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What Kids Will Learn This Week: July 13 - 19

WEDNESDAY LESSON: On summer break! Programming resumes on September 16.

SUNDAY LESSON:  Psalms of Lament (Psalm 22)
Psalms of lament express sadness, frustration or even complaints as the writer shares a problem with God. Over one-third of the Psalms are classified as psalms of lament. In Psalm 22, David cried out to God because he was threatened by his enemies. He expresses his emotions—fear, worry, anger, and sadness—and then declares the truth about God’s character and promises. Not only does this psalm express David’s feelings, but it also contains prophecies of Jesus. Even though it was written hundreds of years before Jesus walked on Earth, it told of things that would happen during His death. Verses 16–18 discuss how His hands and feet would be pierced, but His bones wouldn’t be broken. These verses even mention how His clothes would be divided up. All these things came true. As Jesus hung on the cross, He quoted Psalm 22:1. Because He died and rose again, we can be forgiven and live eternally with God. We can have hope even in the darkest and most confusing times because we can trust He will one day make all things new. There will be no more sadness or pain.

Things to Note:

BK Summer Programming: Berean Kids (and Youth) will continue to meet on Sundays in July, but beginning August 9 through Labor Day, we'll take a brief pause in Sunday programming. This pause will honor our amazing volunteers, who serve week after week, by giving them a season of rest and allowing Berean Kids and Youth staff to prepare well for the coming ministry year. Sundays will resume on September 13.

Summer Baptism Night - July 19:  Bring a lawn chair and spend the evening outdoors at Berean! The evening will begin at 5 pm with food and activities for the whole family, including free burgers, hot dogs, Kona Ice, bounce houses, face painting, and yard games. Then, at 6:30 pm, we’ll gather for worship and baptisms as we celebrate stories of life change and what God is doing in our church family. Registration is appreciated to help us plan for food and seating, but it’s not required. Everyone is welcome, whether you sign up in advance or decide to come at the last minute.

Parent Central Wall: Stop by the Parent Central Wall to find resources to support your parenting journey and receive timely announcements and handouts. Looking for a past recommended resource? Explore the resources from October through May.

Serving in Berean Kids: We're building our volunteer teams for this fall, and we'd love for you to join us. Serving in Berean Kids is a great opportunity to meet your kids' friends and connect with fellow Bereans. Invite a friend to serve with you! Reach out to Kori ( ) today to explore opportunities and find the right fit for you this year.

Berean Kids Calendar

*Sunday, August 9–September 6 | BK Closed
*Wednesday, September 9 | Volunteer Kickoff
*Sunday, September 13 | Sundays Resume (New Service Times)
*Wednesday, September 16 | Wednesdays Resume

Download and print THIS Berean Kids calendar to see all the need-to-know dates for things happening in BK from September to July!

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