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Each year, my Christmas list includes lots of books.  So, at the start of each year, I like to share the new books that I received.  Here is one of my new books for 2019:

I love this time of year.  It is when we remember Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.  We in the church celebrate his entrance into Jerusalem on a donkey on Palm Sunday (this year, April 14) and Easter (day Christ raised from the dead) the following Sunday. Our tradition at Hesston MB for our kids is to have a live donkey during Children's Church and to process into the worship service with palm branches on Palm Sunday. On Easter, we have an Easter Egg hunt for the kids during Children's Church and then share what Easter is all about. If you live in the Hesston area, join us on April 14 and April 21 at 10:10 a.m. for these special activities for children.

Today, I am attending The Apprentice Gathering at Friends University in Wichita.  During the day, I attended a workshop led by Mimi Keel. Below you will find notes from the workshop: John Westerhoff in “Will our Children Have Faith?” writes,  In the formation of children we do four things: We tell and retell God’s story until it becomes our own personal story We participate in the Eucharist and the liturgy We listen and talk to each other about our relationship with God We practice acts of ministry together Holistic-Relating to the whole, rather than dissection of the parts; whole is greater than the sum of its parts The Whole Child Multiple-Intelligence Theory Educational philosophy that is based on developing the whole child Creates environments for the whole child to explore Types of multiple intelligences-Bodily, Verbal, Musical, Naturalist, Interpersonal, Mathematical (Logical), Visual See Handout: Multiple Intelligences and Prayer Video...

Tonight is our first night of Hide N Seek.  We are excited for the year ahead to point children to Jesus each Wednesday night.  Hide N Seek is open to all children 4 years old through 4th grade. Here is the schedule for each Wednesday night: 6:30-Kid's Choir for those who are interested 7:00-Hide N Seek Begins-each class will have classroom time, Bible Memory and Recreation. 8:00-Hide N Seek Ends-Please pick your child up inside the building. If you have questions about Hide N Seek, please contact Pastor J.L. Martin at 620-327-2847

It's hard to believe that another year of Hide N Seek has come and gone.  Hide N Seek is our midweek ministry to 4 year olds through 4th grade students at Hesston MB Church. Each year we end with a program for families and the congregation.  This used to occur in the evening, but the last few years we have moved it to Sunday during our worship service. At the program, our kid's choir will sing several songs they have learned this year.  You will also hear the Bible verses that each of the age groups have learned during Bible Memory.  I encourage you to come out and support our kids and you will be blessed as they share their gifts of song and scripture with you.  Our worship service is at 10:10 a.m. and our address is 610 W. Randall in Hesston, KS.

I love this time of year.  It is when we remember Jesus' life, death, and resurrection.  We in the church celebrate his entrance into Jerusalem on a donkey on Palm Sunday (this year, March 25) and Easter (day Christ raised from the dead) the following Sunday. Our tradition at Hesston MB for our kids is to have a live donkey during Children's Church and to process into the worship service with palm branches on Palm Sunday. On Easter, we have an Easter Egg hunt for the kids during Children's Church and then share what Easter is all about.  Below are a few pictures. If you live in the Hesston area, join us on March 25 and April 1 (no joke) at 10:10 a.m. for these special activities for children.

Join us this Wednesday, February 7th at Hesston MB Church (610 W. Randall) for our Winter Gospel Party.  What is a Gospel Party?  It is a party celebrating who God is and what He has done.  It includes fun, food, singing and learning together. Bring the whole family as we will have crafts for all ages. Here are some pictures from last year: Here is the schedule for the evening: 6:00-6:45 p.m.-Meal provided by the church 6:45-7:15 p.m.-Singing, Lesson, and T-shirt giveaways 7:15-8:00 p.m.-Crafts, crafts, and more crafts This is open to all families in the community.  An adult must attend with any child.   If you have questions, contact J.L. Martin at 620-327-2847. We hope to see you on Wednesday!

As we prepare to enter the Advent Season and move toward Christmas, I would like to share resources that have been helpful for my family during the holidays.  As always, they are available at your local Christian bookstore and if you are near Wichita, go to my favorite one, Faith and Life Bookstore in Newton.  You can order online here This resource might only be available online.

As we prepare to enter the Advent Season and move toward Christmas, I would like to share resources that have been helpful for my family during the holidays.  As always, they are available at your local Christian bookstore and if you are near Wichita, go to my favorite one, Faith and Life Bookstore in Newton.  You can order online here

As we prepare to enter the Advent Season and move toward Christmas, I would like to share resources that have been helpful for my family during the holidays.  As always, they are available at your local Christian bookstore and if you are near Wichita, go to my favorite one, Faith and Life Bookstore in Newton.  You can order online here

Here are some pictures from last night's Operation Christmas Child Night at Hesston MB:

As we prepare to enter the Advent Season and move toward Christmas, I would like to share resources that have been helpful for my family during the holidays.  I know it is not Thanksgiving yet, but I have to talk about these prior to Advent or people won't have time to get them.  As always, they are available at your local Christian bookstore and if you are near Wichita, go to my favorite one, Faith and Life Bookstore in Newton.  You can order online here

Over the last several months, I have been sharing new books that I have received.  Over the next few weeks, I will now be sharing some of my favorite kid's books.  Enjoy!

Over the last several months, I have been sharing new books that I have received.  Over the next few weeks, I will now be sharing some of my favorite kid's books.  Enjoy!

Over the last several months, I have been sharing new books that I have received.  Over the next few weeks, I will now be sharing some of my favorite kid's books.  Enjoy!

Over the last several months, I have been sharing new books that I have received.  Starting today on Fridays, I will now be sharing some of my favorite kid's books.  Enjoy!

Over the last several months, I have been sharing new books that I have received.  Starting today on Fridays, I will now be sharing some of my favorite kid's books.  Enjoy!

Over the last several months, I have been sharing new books that I have received.  Starting today on Fridays, I will now be sharing some of my favorite kid's books.  Enjoy!

Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there.  I am thankful for the fathers in my life. Bethany's dad (on the right) has been a great provider for their family.  If there is something broken (car, house, etc.), Steve can fix it.  He is a generous man who loves his family. My dad (on the left) taught me about hard work.  Since he owned a business, he had to work long hours. He was a great athlete and loved to teach others about sports.  He has always supported me and provided for our family. And I'm thankful to be these kids' dad.  Have a great Father's Day!