April 2026

April 2026

GA'S & ra'S

April 1st: Clue Week 3

  • This week, we’ll investigate the story of two disciples on the road to Emmaus who didn’t realize the stranger walking with them was Jesus and how Jesus revealed himself to them using Scripture. (Luke 24:13-35; Mark 9:2-13)
  • Big Idea: The Bible reveals who Jesus is.

April 8: Clue Week 4

  • Solving a mystery gets to the truth behind something that seemed unclear, helping us see the bigger picture. This week, we’ll investigate how Jesus helped the disciples catch fish at the Sea of Galilee and then gave Peter clarity about his mission to care for God’s people. (John 10:1-11, 21:1-17)
  • Big Idea: The Bible shows us how to share God’s love.
  • Memory Verse: “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this:  While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8

April 15th: True Story Week 1

  • At the end of some adventure stories, the leader leaves, and the team wonders how they’ll go on. This week, we’ll see how Jesus’ followers felt the same way when he left for heaven, but he
    promised that his presence would stay with them through the Holy Spirit. His promise wasn’t just for them—it’s for us too, because true story—Jesus is always with us. (Acts 1:3-11; John 14:1-7)
  • Big Idea: True Story – Jesus is always with us

April 22nd: True Story Week 2

  • A true adventure hero stays honest and does the right thing for the right reasons. This week, we’ll see how Ananias and Sapphira tried to make themselves look good by hiding the truth, but their dishonesty led to serious consequences. The good news is that God doesn’t expect us to be perfect, but when we choose truth, true story—God helps us be righteous. (Acts 4:32 – 5:10; 1 Peter 3:13-22)
  • Big Idea: True Story – God helps us be righteous.

April 29th: True Story Week 3

  • A quest is filled with dangers and obstacles—sometimes, a warrior gets trapped with no way out. This week, we’ll hear how Peter was locked up in jail, heavily guarded, and escape seemed impossible. But when the church prayed for him, God sent an angel to set him free, proving that true story—God hears us when we pray.(Acts 12:1-17; Ephesians 1:15-23)
  • Big Idea: True Story – God hears us when we pray.

True Story Memory Verse: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.” Romans 1:16a

                 

                 

PARENT RESOURCES

RA and GA Camp Registration –

  • New Online Registration this year
  • Come and Go Registration Event:  April 12th 4 – 6pm in the Fellowship Hall
  • Reach out to Megan Bodmann or Matt Murphy if you are unable to attend and need to register.

VBS Registration is open!  June 15th – 18th  

                   

                   

God is My Creator! Devotional –This devotional follows our weekly Children’s Church and Preschool Church lessons.

Week 2 Day 3 – April 12th

Week 2 Day 4 – April 19th

Week 2 Day 5 – April 26th

God is My Creator - Devotional Download

Family Bible Study: In this four week study of Matthew, explore how we can all lean on our attentive God in times of struggle or challenge, and discuss how we can lead by example in our households.

Family Bible Study - Matthew

Discussion Question: 

How did you see God at work today?

Prayer Prompt: 

I can talk to God and ask him to forgive me.

  • Forgive me for…
  • I’m struggling with….forgive me.
  • I confess…

STAY IN TOUCH

Megan Bodmann
Megan Bodmann

Sunday School

Stay up to date with what is being taught each week this month in Sunday School.  Follow the links for information on preschool and elementary aged lessons.

April 5th
April 12th
April 19th
April 26th

Children's and preschool church

Easter Journeys:

Each session invites children to follow Jesus through the key moments of Easter — from the cheering crowds in Jerusalem, to the quiet garden of prayer, to the cross, and finally to the joy of the empty tomb. Every journey points to God’s plan of salvation and leads to the greatest truth of all: Jesus gave His life for us and is alive forever.

  • Session 5 (April 5)– The Empty Tomb: Jesus Lives: The tomb is empty — Jesus is alive! Children learn that Jesus really rose again, and because He lives, we can have new life too.

 

Enjoying God My Creator Series:

  • Day 9 (April 12th) – God Formed My Body!
    • Key Verse:  Psalm 139:14
    • Big Idea: God made me and loves me!
    • Genesis 3:15; 4:1-2
  • Day 10 (April 19th) – God Knows My Heart!
    • Key Verse: Psalm 147:5
    • Big Idea: God knows me and sees my future!
    • Matthew 10:30 and Psalm 147:4
  • Day 11 (April 26th) – God Made Me Wonderfully!
    • Key Verse: Psalm 147:5
    • Big Idea: God knows me and sees my future!
    • Psalm 139:13-16

 

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