KidMission

Incredible Move of God

Tamitha — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:36:27 +0000

Kidfest Ecuador (or Festiniños as we called it) was everything we could have dreamed of and MORE! God shook our little campground and moved in life-changing ways among the teachers and the children.

We hosted a group of 45 people from Living Waters Christian Fellowship in Fountain Valley, California as we collaborated with the Church of God in Ecuador to host the first ever Kidfest event. The team from California offered intensive teacher training in Children’s ministry as well as a weekend camp for the kids.

We began the event with around 100 teachers. These are Ecuadorians who are currently teaching in Sunday school or have a desire to work with kids in their churches. The event was kicked off as National Overseer, Richar Mendoza, shared his passion for children’s ministry to become a priority in Ecuadorian churches. Then, the teachers spent an intense day learning creative methods they can use in their ministry. On the final day, we had a commissioning service where each teacher was confirmed in their calling and sent forth to do the work of the Kingdom.

Then the fun REALLY began as 300 kids arrived for a weekend of camp! For most of these kids, this was their first time to ever attend any type of camp like this. One hundred of these kids were from the local social ministries (ministries that reach out to street kids). This was a life-shaping weekend for sure.

There were lots of time for fun and games, but the most amazing part was what happened during the worship services. In the very first service, I could tell the teachers were getting frustrated because the kids were VERY restless and not listening well. Imagine, a room crammed to capacity with kids who are NOT used to this type of service. But as the altar time began, the Spirit of God moved in a mighty way and there was a sweet hush as the kids really plugged in. Many children came forward to pray with the team, but afterwards they began to huddle in little groups praying for each other! They were weeping as God touched them! The Ecuadorian adults were amazed, as they had never seen God move among children in this way.

Throughout the weekend, God continued to move like this in our services. Children were speaking in tongues and worshipping God in pure joy. One man, who heard about the service from a counselor, showed up 5 hours early for service so that he could be there (at this KIDS service) to receive the Holy Spirit. A little girl who lives in an abusive situation, prayed with the team and later told her counselor that she knows now that God is with her and loves her. Another child felt called to become a preacher. REVIVAL was sparked among the children of Ecuador during Festiniños.

The teachers are HUNGRY for more training, and we are going to help provide that. The pastors are beginning to understand the importance of children’s ministry and are working to establish that in their churches. The churches are DESPERATE for that type of worship. God is going to do some miraculous things!

We want to thank those from Living Waters who sacrificed to make this event happen. Also, thank you to our many friends and family members who gave to help sponsor the children from the social ministries. And as always, thank you to everyone who continually supports our family, allowing us to be a vessel for God’s blessings.

Here is our video recap:

Festiniños

Blessings,
Bobby, Tamitha, Jonathan, Jordan & James Lynch
http://www.lovegodserveothers.com

Children’s Outreach in Ecuador

Starting Sunday School in South America

Tamitha — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:21:13 +0000

Sunday School is a brand new concept for most churches in Ecuador and throughout South America. IF a church does have Sunday School or Children’s Church, that usually means that the kids gather and sing a few songs. This isn’t because no one WANTS to teach the children, it is simply because they don’t have the resources or training to know WHAT to do. The Lynch Family (missionaries to South America) are working to change this by offering curriculum & training. You can partner with them to help plant a children’s church.

“We are providing each church with a full ‘children’s ministry in-a-box’ kit, which will have all the resources and curriculum that they need for a whole year. But we are not just dropping off the boxes and leaving, we are providing training on HOW to use these items,” says missionary Tamitha Lynch. Teachers will receive extensive training and follow-up sessions to allow them to teach effectively.

For more information on how your church can help start a children’s church in South America, contact the Lynch’s.

Pen Pal Program

Tamitha — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:03:04 +0000

To REALLY get your children’s church kids intimately involved in missions, partner them with a child who is living and ministering in another country as a missionary. We have a list of missionary families who have young children with them on the mission field. These kids will LOVE to receive letters, emails, videos and other communication from the kids in your church and will send back replies. What a great way to learn about the mission field!

Just complete this form and we will match you with a pen pal.

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Mission Possible – Lesson Intro

Tamitha — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:34:54 +0000

Can you imagine your life without Jesus, without food, without clean water or a safe place to live? Many children in other parts of the world have never heard about Jesus. They struggle everyday to survive.

Jesus loves all people—no matter who they are or where they live. He died on the cross for our sins so we could live forever with Him in heaven. He doesn’t want anyone to die without having a chance to be forgiven.

We need to get this message to the people around the world who don’t know Jesus, and we are asking you to join us on this mission.

The Mission

What exactly is the mission? To reach people in all parts of the world with the love of Jesus Christ.

In Matthew 28, Jesus tells us it is our job to tell people around the world who He is and that He loves them. We call it the Great Commission, and it is why missions is important.

Many missionaries leave their homes and go to other parts of the world to tell people about Jesus. Although their work can be lonely and sometimes dangerous, they follow God’s call and show His love to others in many ways. Missionaries preach, teach, sing, feed the hungry, help the poor and provide homes for orphaned children.

You may be young, but you are never too young to get involved with missions. God wants to use you right now to tell others He loves them.

Are you ready for the mission? Kids like you can make Missions Possible!

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Take a virtual mission trip

Tamitha — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:32:56 +0000

Make it seem like the class is going on a special trip. As the kids enter, give them passports, a boarding pass for their seat, etc. Once everybody is “on board” the trip can take off and land in the country you’re going to be discussing today.

Decorate the room with things reminiscent of your feature country.

Learn some unique culture tidbits to discuss or incorporate.

Serve food from your feature country.

Send relief packages to Haiti

Tamitha — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 15:53:36 +0000

Kids Power Company is partnering with our good friends at North Cleveland (TN) Church of God, in an effort to help with disaster relief for the people of Haiti. Operation KidPassion is the name of this relief effort. It is an outreach in which students are encouraged to get involved personally. They do this by filling a one-gallon size Ziploc bags with basic items that kids who have been orphaned and homeless due to the Earthquake need desperately (see list on the attachment document). This immediate need is great! Hundreds of thousands of people and orphan children are living on the street! Please read the attached flyer and encourage your kids to quickly get involved! We are also partnering with Operation Compassion to get all the items shipped to Haiti ASAP. Kids Power Company members please bring your bags, marked and filled according to the flyer, to KPC, no later than Sunday, January 24th. Our friends who are Kids Ministry leaders across the country, please encourage the kids in your church to get involved. For more information about Operation Kidpassion contact Chris Quinn at cquin@nccog.org.

Here’s a flyer with more info – click here

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Ministry Training Trip to Central Europe

Tamitha — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:32:46 +0000

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Effective Ministry in the Local Church

When: MARCH 23-30, 2010

FOCUS: Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic

Provide practical training in children’s ministry, youth ministry, discipleship, leadership, and Christian education, and pastoral ministries
Encouragement of local workers and leaders
Visit Church of God churches
Sightseeing

Hosts: Jonathan Augustine, Regional Superintendent, Eastern Europe

Trip Coordinators: Tony Lane & Randall Parris

COST: $1700.00 (est) FROM ATLANTA , 2 per room

Includes airfare, transportation, meals, lodging and insurance

For the cost of departure from other cities, contact Tony Lane, trip coordinator

To register for this trip, send a deposit of $200.00 by November 15, 2009. Complete the form and mail to Tony Lane, Church of God YCE Department; P.O. Box 2430; Cleveland, TN 37320. You can call 423-478-7229 or e-mail tlane@churchofgod.org for more information.

Ministry Training Trip to Phillipines

Tamitha — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:27:38 +0000

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Impact Asia, by training ASCM students and church leaders from various countries in Asia for effective ministry to children, youth, and adults.

WHEN: February 1 – 10, 2010

WHERE: Asian Seminary of Christian Ministries, Manila, Philippines

3 days of intensive practical and hands-on training for students from various Asian countries
One-day regional training seminar for local church workers and leaders
Visit Samaritan’s Place orphanage
Visit and minister in Church of God churches
Get acquainted with ASCM students and faculty
Provide practical training in children’s ministry, youth ministry, discipleship, leadership, and Christian education, and pastoral ministries
Sightseeing-visit the world’s smallest volcano

Host: Scott Rains, President of ASCM

Trip Coordinator: Tony Lane

COST: $2000.00 (est) FROM ATLANTA , 2 per room

Includes airfare, transportation, meals, lodging and insurance

For the cost of departure from other cities, contact Tony Lane, trip coordinator

To register for this trip, send a deposit of $200.00 by October 1, 2009. Complete the form and mail to Tony Lane, Church of God YCE Department; P.O. Box 2430; Cleveland, TN 37320. You can call 423-478-7229 or e-mail tlane@churchofgod.org for more information.

YWEA Children’s Activity Book

Tamitha — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:16:36 +0000

Children’s Activity Book – Click to Download

This is a great PDF that you can print with activity pages and ideas for getting your kids involved in the YWEA mission project. You can also order these online

Interview with Missionary Kids

Tamitha — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:33:52 +0000

The Prims (girls club) from Park West COG in Knoxville, TN sent a list of questions about life on the mission field to 10 year-old missionary kids. Learn more about the Lynch’s ministry to Ecuador.
Feel free to use this in your church to help kids relate to life on the mission field.

Pen Pal Program