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Archives for August 2018

Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23

August 27, 2018 by Connie Hepler

Jesus protests against human customs being given the weight of divine law, while the essence of God’s law is ignored. True uncleanness comes not from external things, but from the intentions of the human heart. Last week Jesus told us “the words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life.” Now James says God has given us birth by the word of truth. We, having been washed in the word when we were born in the font, return to it every Sunday to ask God to create in us clean hearts.

Filed Under: Prayer of the Week

John 6:56-69

August 21, 2018 by Connie Hepler

Holy God, your word feeds your people with life that is eternal. Direct our choices and preserve us in your truth, that, renouncing what is false and evil, we may live in you, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Filed Under: Prayer of the Week

John 6:51-58

August 13, 2018 by Connie Hepler

Ever-loving God, your Son gives himself as living bread for the life of the world. Fill us with such a knowledge of his presence that we may be strengthened and sustained by his risen life to serve you continually, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.  Amen

Filed Under: Prayer of the Week

What Creates The Best Christian Preschool Education?

August 10, 2018 by Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church

teacher with students in a circle learning about reading which allows them the best possible Christial preschool education and learning experienceWhen it comes to an early education, not all preschools are the same. While all have common programs that will help a child grow physically, cognitively, and educationally, some are excluding key features that will help your child develop to their fullest potential at an early age. A preschool’s approach to education and discipline may be consistent across many schools, but many are missing a valuable element that will contribute to a lifelong of learning, meaning, and purpose. The missing piece is a spiritual foundation for a child to grow and continue their formative education well adjusted, with Christian values and beliefs that will carry them forward into their elementary education. The cognitive, social, and spiritual foundations of a great Christian preschool education will ensure that a child can realize their maximum potential.

Social Development

Preschoolers love to learn. Even though they may ignore commands from adults and become frustrated if they don’t have their way, they are incredibly eager to learn from their teachers. The value that a strong Christian preschool education places on a start to social development is indispensable. The social development and self concept of a child at these early ages is essential to their growth and development academically. While preschoolers do need rules and regulations, a loving and caring atmosphere must be provided for them to develop an appreciation for learning, with a spiritual dimension of love and concern for others. Preschoolers need a Christian preschool education that promotes: sharing, interaction with others, responsibility, expression of feelings, making good choices, compromise, and starting/finishing projects.

Early Growth And Learning

While preschoolers are beginning their social development, they are also better able to develop emotionally as well. A good Christian preschool will give a child the chance to develop holistically with activities such as: stories, learning the alphabet, numbers and counting, arts and crafts, music, motor development activities, outdoor play, field trips and more. It is also important that the preschool provides a supervised environment that allows children to play freely and learn how to share and cooperate with others.

Asking Questions

a young child and her mother practicing what school will be like so she can get the best possible Christian preschool education there is to offerAn important and forgotten element to choosing the best Christian preschool education is asking the right questions as a parent. The first question to ask yourself is: “Is the preschool teaching values and perspectives that align with those I am teaching my child at home?” The answer to this question can ultimately determine the type of preschool you want. If you are raising your child in a loving, supporting environment of family values and a Christian upbringing, you are on the right track. A second question to follow up with is to the instructors. You should ask the teachers about themselves and their background. Learn their values and beliefs and discuss your values and beliefs. Make sure yours will be either supported or mold to the higher standard of theirs. Preschoolers love learning, so these teaching styles will surely be passed on to their preschool students. It is important that after having a conversation with your child’s potential teachers. Then, partner with them. You can help not only your child but the other children in their preschool as well. A good Christian preschool will staff teachers and church members who emulate strong Christian values and an appreciation for children’s social and emotional development.

Spiritual Development In Early Learning

The unique approach of a high-quality Christian preschool is its spiritual nourishment to a child. Alongside fostering social and emotional development, many preschools forget that setting the foundation for a spiritual life begins at an early age. Preschool children would benefit from a Christian preschool that incorporates the bible and its teachings into its curriculum. A child should not only learn about people, animals, nature, colors, shapes, and other simplicities without knowing that God created them. They should not learn about kindness and compassion, understanding, tolerance and love for their friend without knowing that God embodies all of these things. It is important for a preschool child to not only learn these things by playing with their peers and learning lessons from their teachers, but also attending a weekly, fun chapel service that is bible based. Here they will learn to appreciate a loving God in their lives and embrace the values and beliefs of their teacher at a young age. When children have this upbringing, they will gain a headstart in adjusting to elementary school than they would have in a less spiritually, socially, and emotionally centered preschool environment.

If you are interested in enrolling your child in a Christian preschool or want to find out more information on its benefits and curriculum programs, reach out to Pastor Paul Collinson-Streng at Fairfax Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church. He will offer guidance and perspective on how a Christian preschool can help your child develop to their fullest potential at an early age.

Filed Under: Preschool

John 6:35, 41-51

August 7, 2018 by Connie Hepler

Gracious God, your blessed Son came down from heaven to be the true bread that gives life to the world.  Give us this bread always, that he may live in us and we in him, and that, strengthened by this food, we may live as his body in the world, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Filed Under: Prayer of the Week

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