Upcoming Children's Ministry Dates -- Mark Your Calendar Now

Children's Ministry Network - Thursday, November 8, 2007; 11:30A-1:00P at TN Conference Center

Bring a "brown-bag" lunch and join other children's leaders throughout the conference for an informal time of sharing ideas, asking questions, and networking.

Confirmation Day with Bishop - Saturday, February 2, 2008; 9:00A-12:00 Noon, location TBA

You will be hearing more about this day for confirmation students, pastors, leaders, parents, and mentors to experience the connection, learn about the United Methodist Church, and meet your District Superintendent and Bishop Wills. We have some exciting new plans for the day!

Vacation Bible School Preview and Training - Friday, February 8, 2008; 9:00A-12 Noon at Belle Meade UMC

The Surf's Up ---- Come to the Beach Party! You will jive with beach music, surf through the scriptures, learn about the Beach Be-attitudes, join in with Sandy as we learn "The Swim" , visit the Surf 'n Sand Lab, meet all the VBS editors, and experience all the fun 'n learning at the beach!
Plus, Cokesbury will offer a special 20% discount on all United Methodist Vacation Bible School curriculum resources purchased or ordered that day! No registration required.

Introduction to Faith-Based Preschools - Saturday, February 9, 2008; 8:30A-12:30P at TN Conference Center

This UMAP (United Methodist Association of Preschools) training will introduce directors and teachers to the basic principles of a faith-based preschool. The training does include the required state license video, "First Steps". Training with video is $20 for UMAP members and $30 for non-UMAP members, without video - $10 UMAP member and $15 non-UMAP member. Contact Susan Groseclose, sgroseclose@tnumc.org or Mary T. Newman, mtnewman@tnumc.org to register.

Children's Ministry Forum "08 - Tuesday, February 26-Thursday, February 28, 2008 at First UMC Richardson, TX (Dallas)

Mark your calendar to join other children's ministry leaders across the country - "Now I See! Engaging Children - Preparing Disciples". Detailed information and registration will be available soon at www.gbod.org/children.

Confirmation Retreat - Friday, February 29-Sunday, March 2, 2008 at Cedar Crest Camp and Spiritual Retreat Center

Don Washburn will once again be leading this weekend jam-packed with singing, worship, games and learning! Contact James Ralston, umcamp@bellsouth.net for registration information.

UMAP Seminar with Jim Williams - Saturday, March 8, 2008; 9:00A-3:00P at TN Conference Center

Jim Williams, noted speaker, trainer and leader of Pro-Parenting video series will be leading weekday directors, teachers and parents in a seminar exploring enhancing children, particularly preschoolers, self-esteem. Contact Susan Groseclose, sgroseclose@tnumc.org for more information.

Childcare Ministry Workshop-"Walk with Them and Teach Them" - Saturday, April 5, 2008; 8:00A-4:00P at Hendersonville First UMC

This yearly worskhop offers state approved training for licensed secular and church-related childcare directors and teachers. For the first time this year - CEU credits will be available for directors and teachers with Early Childhood degrees or CDA. Registration booklets available January 2008


Susan Groseclose
Director of Nurture Ministries
TN Conference Connectional Ministries
304 South Perimeter Park, Suite 1
Nashville, TN 37211
sgroseclose@tnumc.org
615-329-1177 or 1-800-403-5795 (W)
615-417-1753 (cell)