Family/Children's Formation

What: Bibletimes Marketplace (Ecumenical Vacation Bible School)
When: July 12 – 16, 2010
Where: Epiphany Grounds and Buildings
Theme: “Voices in Exile”

At Epiphany, our Vacation Bible School is known as “Bibletimes Marketplace.” Children (and adults) from Epiphany, Anchorage Presbyterian, and St. Luke’s Episcopal will gather during this week in July to meet with old friends, and make new ones. It is a life-giving, educational experience which inspires and transforms young and old alike.

Bibletimes Marketplace is a carefully thought-out curriculum of six cycles taught in sequence for six summers. This year, we are in cycle “D”, titled, Voices In Exile – “Sing Unto the Lord a New Song!” We learn about the Israelites and the Babylonian exile. We are introduced to Ezekiel, a special person known as a “new prophet.” We talk about Jonah and his interesting travels to Nineveh, as well as Job and his incredible trials. We also learn about Daniel who was chosen to live in a palace, and about Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and their miracle in the fiery furnace. Finally, we learn about brave Esther, who helped save the lives of many Jews.

What: 10 Secrets to A Stress-Free Home & School, Workshop for Parents & Teachers
When: Friday, March 12, 2010, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church – Parish Hall, 903 Fairdale Road / Fairdale, KY 40118
Who: Parents and Teachers
Cost: Free

• Create a calm home—eliminate yelling and arguing.
• Improve focus, attention and behavior in school.
• Create stress-free mornings and homework time.
• Relieve anxiety, meltdowns and sensory issues.
• Eliminate defiance and disrespect.

Operation: SPIRIT - Supportive Parents Involved in Raising Incredible Teens

• Important message to parents of children 10 to 17:

Parents, have you ever considered how different a world our kids are growing up in vs. the way life was 20 or 30 years ago when we were teens? Learn about the challenges and current issues our adolescents are facing RIGHT NOW. Be prepared. Be involved. Be connected to other parents.

There are two meetings this month that parents can attend in preparation for this new program:

• Attend an informational meeting on Sunday, November 15 at 10:30 AM in the nursery (Community Center).
• Attend an informational meeting on Sunday, November 22 at 4:30 PM or 6:30 PM in the Library (during Junior or Senior High Youth Group).

Come learn more about Operation: SPIRIT‘s program which will begin in January 2010 covering topics such as:

• Four Things Parents Can Do Today to Protect Their Teens
• Signs and Symptoms of an Unhealthy Teen
• Why Schools Cannot Raise Our Kids
• Questions please contact Alice Gob at 339-0323 or Mary Beth Uberti at 759-4909.

What: Parenting Workshop
Where: Epiphany Community Center
When: Wednesday, September 27, 7-8:30pm

Attention, parents of young children (infancy through ages nine or ten)! This Fall, we will be offering a Parenting Workshop, entitled "Parenting – The Early Years: 10 Biblical Traits Your Kids Will Remember You For."  This is a 6-session gathering of loving parents.

Couples and single parents encouraged and welcome!  This is a wonderful chance to meet and talk with other parents, look up scripture passages (bring your bible -- but we’ll provide them if you forget) journal in your workbook (we provide them) and view interesting, thought provoking DVD’s. 

This year your 6th graders decided to take on the F.O.C.A. bill, that President Obama said he would sign if it is passed. F.O.C.A. is the “Freedom of Choice Act” bill that would allow government, our government, to fund and regulate the facilities and staff that perform abortions.

The 6th grade class presented their side of the issue on April 19. They have been researching since December. We had a good turn-out of parishioners to hear their persentations.

If you are interested in following the progress of this bill, go to www.fightfoca.com. There, you will be able to find all the information pending and what has happened. There is an on-line petition that you can sign as well. The 6th graders also have red envelopes that are empty, addressed to President Obama, expressing our feelings against abortion. We ask that you pick one up and put you return address on it and mail it. The envelopes will be available for a short time in the Gathering Area.