2019-2020

Faith Steps:Growing in the Faith

Foundational Building Blocks of Faith DevelopmentAges: Birth- 5th Grade

Dunwoody Baptist Church Children’s Ministry1445 Mt. Vernon Road | Dunwoody, GA 30338

www.dbc.org

Dunwoody Baptist Church

Children’s Ministry

1445 Mt. Vernon Rd

Dunwoody, GA 30338

770-280-1200

www.dbc.org

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2019- 2020

Faith Steps:

Growing in the Faith

Foundational Building Blocks of Faith Development

Ages: Birth- 5th Grade

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Preschool and Children’s Ministry Faith Step Plan

We begin welcoming children into our faith community at birth and continue to value their presence and participation as they grow. We understand the importance of teaching children about God from an early age, and we strive to provide a learning environment that is safe, loving, and developmentally appropriate. At DBC we focus attention on teaching our families to Love God, Love People, Make Disciples, and Make a Difference. Through worship, study, fellowship, and service, we are dedicated to providing preschoolers and children with a solid foundation for their spiritual journey.

This booklet outlines the basics of faith which we as a community of faith want to teach our preschoolers - 5th graders. These faith steps will lead our children and their families to a better understanding of what is available for them to learn while they attend DBC. We desire to attain a partnership with families as we lay the foundation of faith.

We accomplish this by using a variety of curriculums including DIG IN as we walk through the Bible in one year, Growing in Grace music curriculum, and intentional monthly missions focus locally and globally in order to accomplish our plan. Children experience the Bible in new ways, covering the Old and New Testaments in one year. Unique learning experiences cement a deep understanding of the Bible and how it applies to their lives. DIG IN curriculum provides creative, multi-sensory teaching that immerses your kids in deep Bible learning, helping them to know Jesus personally and grow in relationship with him.

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Our Children Will Know the Books and Divisions of the Bible.

Old Testament:

Books of Law:GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomy

Books of History:JoshuaJudgesRuth1 & 2 Samuel1 & 2 Kings1 & 2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEsther

Books of Poetry:JobPsalmProverbsEcclesiastesSong of Solomon

Major Prophets:IsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDaniel

Minor Prophets:HoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabukkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachi

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New Testament:

Gospels:MatthewMarkLukeJohn

History:Acts

Letters of Paul:Romans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemon

General Letters:HebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJude

Prophesy:Revelation

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Old Testament: Genesis 1:1In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.

Joshua 1:9This is my command- be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Psalm 119:105Your word is a lamp for my feet and a light on my path.

Psalm 139:1O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me.

Proverbs 3:5-6Trust the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.

Isaiah 9:6For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

New Testament:Romans 12:16Don’t be too proud to enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don’t think you know it all!

John 1:12But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God.

John 3:16For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

2 Corinthians 5:17This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun.

Philippians 3:20But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior.

Philippians 4:13I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

1 John 1:9If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

1 John 4:9God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him.

Our Children Can Locate Important Verses:

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The Creation- Genesis 1-2:3

The Ten Commandments- Exodus 20:3-17

A Shepherd’s Psalm- Psalm 23

A Prayer of Forgiveness- Psalm 51

A Psalm of Praise- Psalm 100

The Baptism of Jesus- Matthew 3:13-17

The Temptation of Jesus- Matthew 4:1-11

The Sermon of the Mount- Matthew 5-7

The Model Prayer- Matthew 6:5-15

The Resurrection of Jesus- Matthew 28

The Great Commission- Matthew 28:19-20

The Great Commandments- Mark 12:28-34

The Birth of Jesus- Luke 2:1-7

The Lord’s Prayer- Luke 11:2-4

The Comfort Chapter- John 14

The Crucifixion- John 19

Pentecost- Acts 2:1-13

The Love Chapter- 1 Corinthians 13

The Christian’s Armor- Ephesians 6:10-20

The Faith Chapter- Hebrews 11

Our Children Will Know Important Passages:

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Key Biblical Persons

Adam and Eve

Job

Noah

David

Abram

Jeremiah

Sarah/Isaac

Shadrach, Meshach, Abednego

Jacob

Daniel

Joseph

Jonah

Miriam

Joseph (Mary’s husband)

Israelites

John the Baptist

Moses

Nicodemus

Aaron

Disciples

Caleb

Rich man

Balaam

Pharisees

Shepherds

Woman who anoints

Jesus

Thomas

Rahab

Christians

Joshua

Peter

Deborah

Stephen

Gideon

Philip

Ruth and Naomi

Paul

Hannah

Silas

Samuel

Timothy

David

Aquila and Priscilla

Abigail

Solomon

Elijah

Elisha

Josiah

Ezra

Nehemiah

Esther

Our Children Have a Basic Understanding of:

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Meaningful Involvement:Faith development occurs through learning God’s Story as well as meaningful

involvement within the life of the church. The next section of this resource describes

experiences we want every child to encounter.

1. Our children will lead in worship:

We believe our children should have the opportunity to participate in worship

through singing, prayers, reading of scripture and sharing their musical and dramatic

gifts. God has gifted each person differently and we will seek to find a way for each

child to serve. A child who attends worship regularly will be more comfortable with

taking a leadership role. We help children become familiar with worship words and

their meaning.

2. Our children understand the meaning and importance of our church ordinances:

We observe two ordinances at DBC, Baptism and Communion. One of the most

important steps a new believer can take is the step of baptism. Baptism signifies the

beginning of new life and testifies to the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus

Christ. Communion is a way of remembering Jesus’ sacrifice of his life for each of

us. Jesus’ body was broken and his blood shed for the forgiveness of sin. The bread

represents Jesus’ body and the cup represents the blood shed for us. Communion is

reserved for those who have made their profession of faith. Children will attend a New

Beginnings class to facilitate a better understanding of making their decision to follow

Christ.

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3. Our children are familiar with songs in worship:

Our children have the opportunity to join our graded choirs in order to learn, practice

and lead the congregation in worship songs. These songs will be foundational in their

understanding of how lyrics tie closely to scripture. Our children have the opportunity

to learn music during our Kids Choirs every Wednesday evening from 6-7:30pm in the

D- Building children’s area.

4. Our children understand what it means to Make a Difference in our community and beyond:

People of all ages can serve others. It is our belief the younger we start serving the more

empathy towards others we will attain. Our children participate in a variety of mission

opportunities throughout the year. Our children have the opportunity to serve others

regularly the second Wednesday of each month from 7-7:30pm in the Big Rally Room.

5. Our children participate in a church-related camp or retreat:

We believe children need opportunities to grow in their faith by attending

church-related camps or retreats. Such camps build relationships with other

children of our church as well as make new friends with other Christ followers.

our children have the opportunity to attend SURF camp, Camp Unite, and

Camp All American each summer.

6. Our children will know the four priorities of our church:

- Love God

- Love People

- Make Disciples

- Make a Difference

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Kids Choir Worship ParticipationOur children will lead in the 11 o’clock worship dates:

September 29, 2019

November 10, 2019

December 7, 2019 - Christmas Concert at 2 pm & 6 pm

December 8, 2019 - Christmas Concert at 6 pm

December 24, 2019 - Christmas Eve Service at 4 pm

February 23, 2020

March 29, 2020

April 12, 2020 - Possible Easter participation

April 25, 2020 - Kids Praise play and worship at 5:30 pm

April 26, 2020

April 29, 2020 - Kids Choir Recognition Celebration• 6-7pm• Big Rally Room• Each choir will perform 2 songs• Cake and ice cream

**Our wonderful Music Ministry has taken over our children’s choir program this year. Our children will be using Growing in Grace - Champions of Faith curriculum to give them additional music teaching.

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Mission Opportunities:Our children know what it means to Make a Difference in our community and beyond.

Month: Mission Focus:September What is missions and why do we want to make a difference?

October Helping the homeless - packing hygiene kits for homeless

November Helping people who are hungry, collecting, delivering and organizing food for DBC food pantry

December Encouraging DBC elderly and beyond - Create Christmas cards and deliver to nursing home across the street

January Travel to Africa - create prayer cards and sample African snacks

February Travel to Germany- learn about refugees

March Travel to Venezuela - collect food items needed and package for delivery

April Helping moms in crisis - Baby Shower for Pregnancy Resources of Doraville

**Be on the lookout for Family Days to serve and Make a Difference.

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A Strong Biblical Foundation:Our children will study through the Bible in a year during Sunday School

August 11, 2019 Genesis 1-2:3 - God creates Adam and Eve

August 18, 2019 Genesis 3 - God gives Adam and Eve a Choice to Stay Close to Him

August 25, 2019 Genesis 6:9-9:17 - God tells Noah to Build an Ark

September 1, 2019 Genesis 15 - God Promises Abram a Son

September 8, 2019 Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-6 - God Promises Sarah a Son

September 15, 2019 Genesis 27; 32-33 - God Bring Jacob and Esau Back Together

September 22, 2019 Genesis 37-50 - God Has a Plan for Joseph

September 29, 2019 Exodus 2:1-10 - God Send Miriam to Protect Moses

October 6, 2019 Exodus 12:1-42;14:5-31 - God Rescues the Israelites

October 13, 2019 Exodus 20:1-21 - God Gives Moses the Ten Commandments

October 20, 2019 Exodus 32:1-29; 40:12-15 - God Sees Aaron Make a Golden Calf

October 27, 2019 Numbers 13:1-14:9 - God Gives Caleb Courage

November 3, 2019 Numbers 22:21-41 - God Makes Balaam’s Donkey Talk

November 10, 2019 Joshua 2 - God Send Rahab to Protect Spies

November 17, 2019 Joshua 6 - God Wins Joshua’s Battle at Jericho

November 24, 2019 Judges 4 - God Sends Deborah to Help Barak

December 1, 2019 Advent Experience #1 - Hope (large group lesson)

December 8, 2019 Advent Experience #2 - Peace (large group lesson)

December 15, 2019 Advent Experience #3 - Joy (large group lesson)

December 22, 2019 Advent Experience #4 - Love (large group lesson)

December 29, 2019 Judges 6-7 - God Wins Gideon’s Battle

January 5, 2020 Epiphany Lesson - Matthew 2:1-12 What Will you Bring

January 12, 2020 Ruth 1-2 - God Gives Ruth and Naomi a Good Friendship

January 19, 2020 1 Samuel 1:9-28 - God Hears Hannah’s Prayer for a Son

January 26, 2020 1 Samuel 16:1-13 - God Shows Samuel Who the Kind Is

February 2, 2020 1 Samuel 17:1-51 - God Helps David Defeat Goliath

February 9, 2020 1 Samuel 25:2-38 - God Helps Abigail Make Peace

February 16, 2020 1 Kings 3; Proverbs 1:1-7;2 - God Gives Solomon Wisdom

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February 23, 2020 1 Kings 18:1-40 - God Proves to Elijah He Is Real

March 1, 2020 2 Kings 4:1-7- God Provides for Elisha and a Widow

March 8, 2020 2 Kings 22 - God Shows Josiah Where Scripture Is

March 15, 2020 Ezra 3:1-17; 7:1-10; 9:6-10:17 - God Sends Ezra to Restore God’s People

March 22, 2020 Nehemiah 3-4; 6 - God Sends Nehemiah to Rebuild the Wall Around Jerusalem

March 29, 2020 Esther 5:1-8; 8 - God Sends Esther to Save the Jews

April 5, 2020 Job 1; 2;13;40;42 - God’s Plan for Job

April 12, 2020 Matthew 27:27-28:10 - Easter- Jesus Dies and Comes Back to Life

April 19, 2020 Psalm 23 - God is David’s Shepherd

April 26, 2020 Jeremiah 1:4-19 - God Chooses Jeremiah

May 3, 2020 Daniel 3 - God Saves Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego

May 10, 2020 Daniel 6 - God Saves Daniel

May 17, 2020 Jonah 1-4 - God Gives Jonah a Second Chance

May 24, 2020 Matthew 2:13-23 - God Tells Joseph to Go to Egypt

May 31, 2020 John 1:19-34 - Jesus is Coming, and John the Baptist Prepares the Way

June 7, 2020 John 3:1-21 - Jesus Answers Nicodemus’ Tough Questions

June 14, 2020 Matthew 10 - Jesus Sends Out Twelve Disciples

June 21, 2020 Matthew 19:16-30 - Jesus Answers a Rich Man’s Questions

June 28, 2020 Matthew 22:34-40;23:1-36 - Jesus Talks to the Pharisees

July 5, 2020 Matthew 26:6-13 - Jesus Receives Worship From a Woman

July 12, 2020 John 20:24-29 - Jesus Helps Thomas With Doubts

July 19, 2020 Acts 2:1-13 - God Sends Christians the Holy Spirit

July 26, 2020 Acts 3 - God Gives Peter Power to Heal a Crippled Beggar

August 2, 2020 Acts 7 - God Helps Stephen Forgive His Enemies

August 9, 2020 Acts 8:26-40 - God Sends Philip to an Ethiopian

August 16, 2020 Acts 16:16-40 - God Helps Silas and Paul Escape Prison

August 23, 2020 Acts 16:1-4;1 Timothy 4:6-16;6:11-21;2 Timothy 1:3-18 - God Uses Timothy’s Gifts

August 30, 2020 Acts 18:1-23 - God Sends Aquila and Priscilla to Help Paul

September 6, 2020 Revelation 21-22 - Jesus is Coming Back for Us

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DBC Four Priorities:We are passionately becoming more like Jesus, and are committed to transforming

our homes, church, community and the world. How will we lead our children to be

more like Jesus?

1. Love God: We love God because He first loved us. We show our love for

God as we experience His presence through worship and prayer.

2. Love Others: We love others because this is the core of Jesus’ message.

We show our love for people by developing authentic relationships through

hospitality and outreach programs for sports, fitness, weekday preschool

and the arts.

3. Make Disciples: We help people meet, know and become more like Jesus.

We make disciples through Bible study groups and sharing our faith journey.

4. Make a Difference: We use our God-given abilities and resources to impact

the lives of others. We make a difference in our church, community and world

by discovering our purpose and joining a serve team or mission opportunity.

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Dunwoody Baptist Church Children’s Ministry1445 Mt. Vernon Road | Dunwoody, GA 30338

www.dbc.org