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Village Kids: Summer Serve
Village Kids serves children in the nursery through 4th Grade on Sunday mornings. Adults and students (grades 5-12), join us this summer as we work together to create an inviting atmosphere for our kids. Summer Serve allows us to offer our school-year volunteers a break during the summer but also it allows us to plug in new volunteers. Volunteer today to serve in an ongoing, consistent capacity during the summer with Village Kids.
Perennials
May 16 | 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Village Church of Bartlett
Join the Perennials for the last official gathering before the summer schedule kicks off! We will enjoy a final presentation/discussion for “New Year, ‘New’ Body.” Our last discussion will be about healthy relationships and how we can engage with others in a loving, respectful, and God-honoring manner. Visit the Perennials page to see the summer schedule.
Coffee Connections
May 19 | After Each Service | Village Church of Bartlett
Looking to make some connections on Sunday morning? Stop by after any of the three services to chat with some of the church leaders and learn more about Village Church. Coffee Connections is primarily for newcomers who are looking to connect with a pastor or staff member.
Village Women: Moms’ Prayer Group
May 25 | 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. | DeAnn Selvaggio’s Home
Moms of adult children, join us for monthly prayer gatherings to connect with other moms in a similar season and lift up your requests to the Lord. Our hope is to encourage mothers of children who are over the age of 18. Please register for this event and we will send you the address.
Hope for Kidz
Our annual Hope for Kidz campaign will begin in May. Our Global Outreach partner RMI oversees Hope for Kidz to meet the educational and physical needs of Haitian children. If you currently sponsor a child, you can anticipate hearing from a member of the Global Outreach team during the month of May to discuss the status of your sponsorship. If you do not currently sponsor a child but wish to do so, you can look forward to visiting the table in the foyer beginning Sunday, May 26.
VCYA: B4 – A Summer Kick-Off Event
May 28 | 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. | Anderson Home
Kick off the summer with Village Church Young Adults at our second annual Burgers, Bags, Bonfire, and Bibles event. We will gather at the Anderson Home for backyard hangs around the fire pit while we grill burgers for dinner. After we eat, we’ll spend some time in a brief Bible study and kickoff our summer long series in Galatians titled Freedom. Please make sure to bring your own Bible! After dinner, we’ll continue the hang time playing bags and badminton while enjoying the bonfire. Please RSVP if you want to attend so we can plan accordingly.
Next Gen Parent Meetings
June 2 | Various Times | Village Church of Bartlett
As we celebrate the progression of our students into their next grade, we want to provide each parent with the details that they need to partner with us in discipling these students. Please join us for parent meetings depending on the age/entry level of your student:
- Forge Parent Meeting: For i
ncoming 7th Grade Parents & New Parents at 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. in Classroom 1. This is your chance to meet the team behind organizing and leading Forge and to learn about the mission and values that drive the youth group. Get the practical details of our weekly and annually rhythms and hear how can your student can jump in and get connected this summer! - The 5/6 Parent Meeting: For i
ncoming 5th Grade Parents & New Parents at 10:40 – 11:00 a.m. in The 601
Discover Village
Beginning June 2 | 11:15 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. | Village Church of Bartlett
Please join us for a four-week class to learn more about Village Church, including our vision, values, ministries, and more! Attending Discover Village is your first step toward becoming a member of the Village Church of Bartlett. This class will meet on Sunday mornings at 11:15 in Classroom One.
Promotion Sunday
June 2 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30p.m. | Village Church of Bartlett
Cultivate some fun with our Next Gen Team and celebrate the end of the school year well done! We will celebrate Village Kids, The 5/6, and Forge students who have completed another year and prepare to grow into our summer program, where students promote to the next grade! Join us in the green space in the back of the church building between services and after the third service for a time of play, celebration, and preparation for what is to come! Please be prepared to join your student for this time of celebration. Students should come ready to do some jumping and playing! Students entering in the fall of 2024 1st, 5th, 7th, 9th grades- along with graduating Seniors should be sure to stop by their ministry’s tables to receive a gift. Parents, join in on the fun as we have developmental resources available for you as your child grows into their next stage!
Please note: Children should be dropped off in their classrooms for this school year one last time on June 2 and will celebrate the end of that grade. On June 9, Kindergarten through fifth grade will move up to their new classrooms.
Summer Picnic
June 2 | Late Afternoon | Antioho Home
Join us for the first summer picnic of the summer! During the summer, we get outdoors for a monthly, late afternoon, church-wide picnic at Dave & Julie Antioho’s house (30W393 Army Trail Rd., Wayne, IL 60184). These picnics are a great time to connect with others and enjoy food, games, and swim time. If this is your first time joining us, here are some important things you need to know. It’s a potluck, so please bring a main dish and a dessert or side dish to share. If your last name starts with A-L, bring a dessert. If your last name starts with M-Z, bring a side. Bring something to sit on (a picnic blanket, camping chairs, etc.), disposable eating utensils (plates, cutlery, napkins), and bathing suits for the open swim time. Save the dates for future Summer Picnics, which will be July 7, August 4, and September 8.
Village Men: First Tuesday
June 4 | 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. | Village Church of Bartlett
Join us for First Tuesday, our monthly men’s gathering. Come and enjoy getting to know other men, a meal, worship, teaching, discussion, and great fellowship. Bring a friend if you’d like!
Vacation Bible School 2024
July 15-19 | Preschool – 6th Grade
Training For Parents
Find a curated list of resources compiled for parents of young children and students. On the Training For Parents page, you will find technology resources (including a Family Tech and Cell Phone Agreement), book recommendations, video training from Making Young Disciples classes, and much more. It is our prayer that these resources will equip you to provide ongoing discipleship for the children and students in your home.
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