The document provides information about activities and events for youth and families at Marlboro Christian Church in Alliance, Ohio. It describes upcoming youth group meetings, a Thanksgiving feast, an elementary Christmas party with a Polar Express theme, Christmas caroling, and contact information for the church ministers. The purpose is to invite families to participate in these events and activities for children and youth.

1. November2009
9383 Edison St NE
Alliance, OH 44601
330-935-2161
www.marlborochristian.org
josh.todd@att.net
The Junior Church
Experience
If your child is not participating in
Junior Church on Sunday
mornings during the Worship
hour, here is what they’ve been
missing:
• Silly Videos
• Crazy Games
• Life-changing Lessons
• Get-u-moving Songs
• Creative Crafts
• Make-ur-own Snacks
You and your family are invited to our…
• AND MORE…
YOUTH & FAMILY THANKSGIVING So send your child to
the Fellowship Hall at
FEAST 10:45 on Sunday
mornings!
On Wednesday evening, November 18th *Junior Church is for any child in
From 6:30 to 8:00pm grades K through 5*
In the MCC Fellowship Hall Hop Aboard the
MCC will provide the Turkey(s) “Polar Express”
We will be having a themed
*We are asking each family to sign up to bring either: Christmas Party here at MCC for all
Stuffing/Dressing our Elementary students on
Wednesday evening, December 2nd
Mashed Potatoes from 6 to 8pm. They are
Green Beans encouraged to come in their
Apple or Pumpkin Pie Christmas P.J.s for a night on the
“Polar Express”.
Sign-ups will be available at Youth Groups Wednesday Night,
November 11th as well as at “The Spot” on Sunday
mornings.

2. “Enter his gates with
thanksgiving.… Give thanks
to him and praise his name.
For the Lord is good. His
unfailing love continues
forever, and his faithfulness
continues to each
Most of us have so many blessings that we often take them for
generation.”
granted. Ask these questions to help your children consider all
Psalm 100:4-5
the ways that God meets their needs:
God deserves our praises not
just because he blesses us but 1. What people and things are most important or special to you?
because of who he is: our good, How would your life be different without them?
mighty, just, and loving God.
2. Name 10 blessings or gifts God has given you since this morning.
Teachable Moments Which ones are easiest to remember to thank him for, and why?
1. Cornucopia of Thanks— 3. Why is it important to express gratitude to people who do nice
Together, choose some things for us? Describe how hearing “thank you” makes you feel.
items that remind your
family to be thankful (an 4. How often do you thank God for his blessings? What are some
apple, a toy car, a stuffed ways we can let him know we appreciate what he does for us?
animal, a key, a school
paper). Place them in a
cornucopia or basket so Family Experience: Pictures of Thankfulness
family members can think
about God’s blessings often. Use these creative ideas to provide a “snapshot” of what your
family is thankful for this Thanksgiving.
2. Thankfulness Makes
“Sense”—Serve a special • Gratitude Newsflash—A week before Thanksgiving, give each
snack while playing soft family member a disposable camera (or take turns using a digital
music and using potpourri. camera). Then have them take photos of people or things they’re
Then have children use their thankful for. (A parent or
five senses to notice some older sibling can help young
blessings that they usually kids.) Try to take photos
take for granted. when no one is looking.
Come up with creative ways
3. Don’t “Leaf” Anything Out of doing this, such as taking
—Cut out leave shapes on a picture of a person’s
colorful construction paper. photograph. Develop the
Then have family members pictures and then share
write about people or things them with one another after
for which they’re grateful. your Thanksgiving meal.
Tape the stems onto string
to make a festive garland • Memorable Montage—Create table decorations to use as a
filled with reminders of Thanksgiving discussion starter. First, have family members each
gratefulness. select several photographs for a place mat. (To protect originals,
make copies ahead of time.) For each place mat, you’ll also need
one 12x18-inch sheet of construction paper, scissors, glue, and
clear Contac paper. Have family members cut and arrange their
photos to create a collage on one side of their construction paper.
Glue the photos to the paper and allow to dry. To protect the place
mats, carefully cover both sides with Contac paper. At your
Thanksgiving meal, use the place mats to share memories you’re
thankful for, to reminisce about fun family activities, and to let
family members know how much you appreciate them.

3. This page is designed to help educate parents and isn’t meant to endorse any movie, music, or product.
Our prayer is that you’ll make informed decisions about what your children watch, listen to, and wear.

4. Culture & Trends
What’s happening right
now that may affect your
children and family:
• Today’s parents keep
their children on a
tighter “leash” in public
but give them more
freedom at home,
What’s Playing at the Movies studies show. This may
explain why many
Movie: Disney’s A Christmas Carol (Nov. 6) grandparents complain
Genre: Animated Drama, Fantasy that their grandkids are
Rating: PG (for scary sequences and images) out of control.
Cast: Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, Robin Wright Penn (msnbc.com)
Synopsis: Carrey tackles multiple roles in this 3D version of the Charles
Dickens classic. The ghosts of Christmas past, present, and yet-to-come • Interactive toys and
visit old miser Ebenezer Scrooge and take him on a video game systems top
journey of self-redemption. His cold heart gradually the list of hot holiday
defrosts, and he becomes kinder to others. toys. The hardest-to-find
Discussion Questions: Describe your personality: toy may be Zhu Zhu
How do you usually feel about other people, and Pets and accessories.
why? How does Christmas bring out the best and
the worst in people? Read aloud 2 Corinthians 9:7.
______________
Explain whether you’re a miser or a cheerful giver.
Think of a time you’ve felt like a scrooge: What, if Quick Stats
anything, convinced you to change your attitude?
• 72% of preschoolers
receive praise from their
parents at least three
What Music Is Releasing times a day. By grade
school, though, the
Artist: Kris Allen number of kids who get
Album: Kris Allen this amount of parental
Artist Info: This 24-year-old singer-songwriter from Arkansas won praise drops to 51%.
season eight of American Idol. He’s a Christian who served as his (U.S. Census Bureau)
church’s assistant music director and has done overseas missionary
work. Auditioning for the TV show was Allen’s “last hurrah” before he got
“a real job.”
Summary: Allen’s music has a folk sound. He plays piano, acoustic
guitar, and electric guitar. The first single from Allen’s debut album is
“Live Like We’re Dying.” The lyrics include, “If your life flashed before
you, what would you wish you would’ve done?”
Discussion Questions: What impact can Allen have on the music
industry? If you were in his shoes, would you sing only Christian songs?
Why or why not? Read Psalm 39:4-5. How does life seem long or short? • 15% of Americans now
What does it mean to live like you’re dying? How can we do that? identify with no religion.
Experts predict this
group could surpass the
largest denominations.
What Games Are Out (USA Today)
Title
Content
Rating &
Platform

5. November 4 6:30pm to 8:00pm J.A.M.
November 11 6:30pm to 8:00pm J.A.M.
November 18 6:30pm to 8:00pm Youth Thanksgiving Feast
November 29 6:30pm to 8:00pm Church Skating Party @ Louisville
Rollatorium
(Only costs $1 plus a canned food item)
December 2 6:30pm to 8:00pm Elementary Christmas Party
(Wear your P.J.s – “Polar Express”
theme)
December 20 6:00pm to 8:00pm Church Caroling then back to MCC for
refreshments & fellowship.
ED CARTER, Minister of Worship & Evangelism
ED HARNISH, Minister of Benevolence & Pastoral Care
JOSH TODD, Minister of Education & Youth
9383 Edison Street Alliance, Ohio 44601 330-935-2161
www.marlborochristian.org
jtodd@marlborochristian.org