Teaching: Sacrifice

KFC C4 MISSIONS MANUALTable of Contents

Introduction

What is the KFC Ministry?

Required Activities Manual

-KFC Camp

-Heart for the Kids Training

-Couple Coordinators Training

Kids for Christ Teachings

Kids for Christ Songs

INTRODUCTION

As KFC begins to branch out into other areas of Canada, we as a team must have the materials needed to start as well as maintain a new KFC area. It is with this in mind that this C4 Missions Package has been created in order for all KFC Mission Teams to have the resources necessary to go beyond their own areas or regions to start Kids for Christ. This package will also enable us to have a unified manual to follow for all new KFC areas, thus continuing to keep KFC Canada united in its efforts to bring Christ to all the children in our country.

1) WHAT IS CFC KIDS FOR CHRIST?

I. What is CFC Kids for Christ?

A. Mission Statement

CFC Kids for Christ (KFC) is a family ministry of Couples for Christ (CFC). It is a means of supporting CFCs mission of bringing families back to the plan of God by providing an environment that would assist the CFC parents in fulfilling this mission.

Let the children come to me and dont stop them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Mark 10:14

As a response to Jesus call, CFC Kids for Christ will

1. help the children enjoy a relationship with Jesus Christ in an environment that is fun and life-giving in the company of their friends, and

2. create an atmosphere where Christian values can be shared, practiced, developed, and experienced.

We believe in the 4F principle in building the KFC environment:

1. Fun -- Have activities which the children find exciting & enjoyable.

2. Friendship -- Find ways to encourage the members to build strong friendships with one another.

3. Faith -- All activities are geared towards their relationship with God.

4. Freedom -- The children are respected for what and who they are. They can be trusted and given responsibilities.

KFC will also help prepare the children for their next support group, which is CFC Youth for Christ.

KFC-2B. Philosophy of KFC

Children are a real gift from the Lord. They are a real blessing. Psalm 127:3

CFC KFC believes ...

......that children have a special place in Gods heart.

......that Jesus calls even the little children to have this special relationship with Him.

......that children can grow in their love and trust for God through a meaningful relationship with parents and peers.

......that children must respect and obey their parents and other significant persons in their life.

......that parents, being the prime movers in the childs life, have the primary responsibility of guiding, teaching, and instilling Christian values.

......in training up the young child in the ways of the Lord and to be responsible at home and in school.

......that the pre-teen stage of a childs life are crucial formative years, and that Christian values and attitudes can be absorbed and imbibed during these years.

......in the innocence, purity, and simplicity of children; and that Gods plan is to preserve and enhance this nature rather than it be eroded by the ways of the world.

......that children have a strong need for acceptance and belonging; that they need and desire to have caring and loving friends and playmates.

......that children need a healthy concept of themselves, which may be enhanced by their parents acting as primary role models and also by secondary role models from Kids for Christ, Youth for Christ, and Singles for Christ.

......that our childrens God-given gifts and talents need to be recognized and nurtured in a healthy Christian environment that is fun and life-giving.

......that KFC is an integral part of CFC where the pastoral structure of CFC and the support of parents are essential to its success.

KFC-2C. What KFC is and What KFC is not

KFC is ...

......a childrens club, where the children feel accepted and appreciated for who they are -- children of God.

......a place where Christian values taught by the parents are shared, practiced, experienced, and reinforced within a peer group environment.

......a place where the children have fun, knowing they have friends.

......a place where they feel they belong, just as their parents belong to CFC, their older brothers and sisters belong to CFC Youth for Christ or CFC Singles for Christ, or their aunts to CFC Handmaids of the Lord, or their uncles to CFC Servants of the Lord.

KFC is not .........an outreach of CFC, but an integral part of its life and mission; service in KFC is just as essential and important as service in CFC and in the other ministries.

......a formal school, like the CFC Childrens Center. They are two distinct and different entities.

......a day-care center, a place where parents can leave their children while attending to other activities.

......a catechetical instruction group or a Sunday school type of program.

2) REQUIRED ACITIVITIES

In order to start and maintain new Kids for Christ areas, the following activities must be conducted atleast once, by the KFC Mission Team. However, the dates in which these events take place need not be in close proximity with each other. The scheduling of these events can be organized by the KFC Mission Team Head as well as the head of the new area.CFC Kids for ChristSenior Kids Camp Manual

CFC Kids for Christ

Senior Kids Camp Manual

Table of Contents

PageI. Overview of the Senior Kids Camp ....................................................... 3

A. Description ................................................................................ 3

B. Goals ......................................................................................... 3

II. Planning for the Senior Kids Camp .........................................................4

A. Participants to the Senior Kids Camp ............................................... 4

B. Role of the Parents in the Senior Kids Camp............................... 4

C. The Service Team.......................................................................4

D. Suggested Venue and Facilities .................................................. 5

III. The Senior Kids Camp Schedule ........................................................... 6

IV. Team Leaders Guide ............................................................................ 8

A. The Team Leader and the Kids Camp ........................................ 8

B. Attitudes of a Team Leader ........................................................ 8

C. Roles and Responsibilities of a Team Leader ............................. 9

D. Practical Tips for the Entire Service Team ................................ 10

E. Purpose of Some Aspects of the Camp ...................................... 11

V. Expanded Outlines ................................................................................12

A. Topic 1: God Loves Me and He Wants Me to be Happy ........... 12

B. Topic 2: Jesus Will Show Me How to Love God ....................... 14

C. Topic 3: God Will Always Forgive Me Because He Loves Me... 17

D. Topic 4: The Holy Spirit Will Help Me to Be Good ................... 19

Annex A: Senior Kids Camp Participants Checklist...................................21

Annex B: Senior Kids Camp Service Team Checklist ................................22

Annex C: Senior Kids Camp Child Information Sheet...............................24

Annex D: Invitation Letter to the Senior Kids Camp ................................25KFC-3I. Overview of the Senior Kids Camp

A. Description

The Senior Kids Camp is the formal entry point of children (ages 9 to 12) of Couples for Christ (CFC) members to the CFC Kids for Christ (KFC). This is a two day live-in camp usually conducted during summer. It is an experience where the kids can have fun, and at the same time hear and see the Word of God being proclaimed by the CFC Youth for Christ (YFC) servants in ways that they can appreciate.

It is in this camp where the Senior Kids experience God proclaimed by their YFC brothers and sisters who were just like them a few years ago, and who they can now look up to as models.

In this Camp, they can make friends as they play games, share experiences, and entertain one another in a wholesome Christian environment. Here, they can discover and be encouraged to develop their gifts and potential for leadership as they are exposed to their peers and to the youth who are actively serving them as speakers, facilitators, games coordinators, and others.

B. Goals

The objectives of this Camp are as follows:

1. To introduce Jesus to the kids, making them realize that God has a special place for them in His heart, and that He loves them very much even if they are still very young.

2. To enable the kids to respond to Gods love through a healthy and fun environment of prayers, songs, activities and fellowship among peers and friends.

3. To give them a sense of identity as members of CFC Kids for Christ where they can share and expect Christian love, unity, and support from one another.

4. To expose them to their older brothers and sisters in YFC, joyfully using their talents to serve them, inspiring them to look forward to joining CFC

Youth for Christ when they grow older.

KFC-3II. Planning for the Senior Kids CampA. Participants to the Senior Kids Camp

Participation in the camp is exclusive to all children of CFC members and couples undergoing the Christian Life Program (CLP) ages 9 to 12. A camp can contain a maximum of 50 participants, excluding the service team. Since YFC members will serve in the camp, a ratio of 1 YFC servant to 7 KFC participants is observed.

B. Role of the Parents in the Senior Kids Camp

The parents are vital in sustaining the spiritual growth of their kids during and after the camp. Therefore they are required to attend an orientation meeting scheduled prior to the camp. Here, they will be oriented by the KFC coordinator about the activities and let them fill up the information sheets and waiver forms needed. (See Annex).C. The Service Team

Maximum of 10 YFC representatives from whom the following key positions shall be delegated:

* 1 facilitator for every 4-7 kids (boys to boys, girls to girls)

* music ministry

* team leader/s (max. of 2 --- 1 boy & 1 girl)

* 4 speakers

* 4 sharers

* camp servants

Two CFC Couple Coordinators will oversee the whole camp: 1 Service Team Head and 1 Assistant Service Team Head. Other couple coordinators must be assigned to the registration team.

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Please note that the team composition, as suggested, may not be ideal or adequate to be able to accomplish and achieve targeted goals of the camp, considering the needs for kids safety, security and supervision. Additional volunteer parents and/or YFC representatives therefore, are expected to gladly assist in the administrative functions, but are willing to be on live-out status for purposes of cost savings.

D. Suggested Venue and Facilities

The camp site must have a wide and clean environment where children can play and walk around safely; where bonfire can be done. It must have separate bedrooms for boys and girls; can accomodate at least 64 persons; with adequate supply of water and electricity; means of communication provided; clean bathroom, toilet, canteen/mess room, recreational facilities.

III. The Senior Kids Camp ScheduleDay 1

8:00 a.m.Arrival and Registration

8:45

Gathering/Teaching of Songs

9:00

Opening Song and Short Prayer

9:15

Games

9:45

Topic 1: God Loves Me and He Wants Me to be Happy

10:15

Snacks and Group Dynamics

10:45

Gathering/Teaching of Songs

11:00

Topic 2: Jesus Will Show Me How to Love God

11:30

Group Dynamics

12:00 p.mLunch

1:30

Gathering/Teaching of Songs

1:45

Game

2:00

Topic 3: God Will Always Forgive Me Because He Loves Me

2:30

Group Dynamics

3:00

Snacks

3:15

Gathering/Teaching of Slow Songs (preparation for reflection)

3:30

Reflection and Writing of Letters

4:30

Play Break/Swimming

6:30

Dinner

8:00

Bonfire and Program

9:30

Informal Fellowship/Getting Ready for Bed

10:30

Lights Out

Day 2

6:30 a.m.Wake-up

7:30

Breakfast

8:30

Gathering/Teaching of Songs

8:45

Morning Praise and Common Prayer Time

9:15

Game

9:30

Topic 4: The Holy Spirit Will Help Me to be Good Always

10:00

Pray-over Ceremony (with parents)

10:30

Parent-Child Dialogue

11:00

Holy Mass, Dedication to KFC, Distribution of ID/Commitment

Cards, and Volunteer Sharings

12:30 p.m.Lunch

1:30

Departure

KFC-3Important Notes:

The schedules written in this manual are guides for the Senior Kids Camp Service Team. If circumstances call for a different schedule, the team should be flexible enough to follow where the Holy Spirit leads.

For the Play Break on Day 1, be sure to provide alternative activities for children who will not be able to participate on the major activity. For example, for children who were not allowed by parents to swim, they can have a cooking activity or art activity, etc.

You may also ask the children to write something about the Senior Kids Camp. Example, What is the most memorable thing that happened to me during the Kids Camp? This may be done before the Mass.

The time for dedication to KFC and the distribution of ID/KFC Promise (Commitment Card) may be done within the mass. Note that it is only in the Senior Kids Camp that the child will be given a commitment card, as this is not given out to the participants of the Junior Kids Day for kids ages 4 to 8 years old. (See separate manual for Junior Kids Day.)KFCIV. Team Leaders GuideA. The Team Leader and the Senior Kids Camp

***Goals of the Kids Camp (as mentioned earlier)

1. To introduce Jesus to the kids, making them realize that God has a special place for them in His heart, and that He loves them very much even if they are still very young.

2. To enable the kids to respond to Gods love through a healthy and fun environment of prayers, songs, activities and fellowship among peers and friends.

3. To give them a sense of identity as members of CFC Kids for Christ where they can share and expect Christian love, unity, and support from one another.

4. To expose them to their older brothers and sisters in YFC, joyfully using their talents to serve them, inspiring them to look forward to joining CFC Youth for Christ when they grow older.

***These goals are achieved through the 4 Fs

1. Fun - The camp contains activities which children find exciting and enjoyable (games, songs, bonfire, play time, etc.)

2. Friendship - The camp is an opportunity to build strong friendships with one another. (The team is encouraged to mingle with the kids.)

3. Faith - All activities are geared towards their relationship with God.

4. Freedom - The children are respected for what & who they are.

B. Attitudes of a Team Leader

1. The team leader strives to be a person of vision. He sees that the Kids Camp is not an end in itself but rather the beginning of a process of growth.

2. The team leader is flexible. He is open to changes/modifications of any activity/game if the children are not receptive towards it.

3. The team leader is alert. He watches the children for clues. (Children get discouraged when the learning game seems too difficult. Children get restless and fidgety if the games are too easy.)

KFC-3 4. The team leader strives for clarity.

a. He allows others to see what he sees. He makes sure that his female partner, couple coordinator, and team have the same understanding as he does about circumstances in the camp.

b. He finds ways to make the participants relate to the talks and sharings. These are done through jokes, anecdotes, examples in current movie/t.v./music trends and illustrates these in terms familiar to the participants.

5. The team leader strives to have a heart for God and His people.

a. He listens to the Lord: prepares spiritually before the camp; continues to consult and intercede to the Lord throughout the camp.

b. He has a feel for the people: mingles and relates with the team; mingles and relates with the participants.

c. He loves the people he serves.

C. Roles and Responsibilities of a Team Leader

1.Each Kids Camp has two team leaders; one for the boys and one for the girls.

a. The male team leader leads the sessions: leads prayers, worship; introduces speakers and sharers; wraps up, summarizes, emphasizes points for clarity; sits infront, listening to each talk.

b. The female team leader is there to respond to the needs of the girls and provide input in planning and conducting the camp.

c. Both team leaders work in consultation with each other to unify and provide focus for the team.

d. They should both be prepared to give any of the four talks.

e. They make sure that the Camp Schedule is followed.

2. Gives input in camp decisions to the Couple Coordinator.

3. Leads the team.

a. Facilitates team meetings: listens to input from the team; gives instructions to and receives instructions from the Couple Coordinator; leads worship.

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b. Makes sure that the team knows what to do and actually does it. Runs through regular activities with the team beforehand so they know whats happening; regularly supports and instructs camp servants.

c. Corrects the team (individually or as a whole group). Note: The Couple Coordinator should course his/her corrections through the team leader.

d. Encourages the team: exhorts; takes every opportunity to commend them.

e. Gives advice.

4. Makes sure that the 4 Fs are used properly.

D. Practical Tips for the Entire Service Team

1.Be humble. Try to answer all the questions of the children. Dont be afraid to admit to a child that you dont know the answer to the question. You can even refer the question back to the child by saying, I dont know, what do you think?

2.Be encouraging. Always focus on what they can do instead of what they cant do. Be generous in praising them for every little good thing they do. This will give them the courage to try harder and feel good about themselves.

3.Dont compare the children. Children are all special. Bring out the uniqueness of each child by paying special attention to them when they participate and by encouraging those shy ones to speak or to play with the others.

4.Enjoy serving with the children. Children can easily detect negative emotions. These can sometimes bring down their spirit and allow them to lose interest in the activity. Your enjoyment in working together at learning new activities and games will build healthy emotions and can nourish the childs self-esteem. Always keep a smile on your face. It is an honor and a privilege to be serving those closest to Gods heart.

E. Purpose of Some Aspects of the Camp

1.Purpose of Mingling

a. Allows you to relate to the participants/team.

b. Evangelistic.

c. Builds friendships.

2.Purpose of Seating Arrangement (the ideal is U shape)

a. It is easier to speak to the children because distance is cut.

b. Removes the formality of a classroom setting.

c. Children encourage one another to be more participative.

d. You become part of the group.

3.Purpose of Songs

a. Teaches the children to pray and to make prayer more enjoyable.

b. Enjoyable --- God gets His message through with the least

resistance.

c. Makes activity participative.

d. Energizes the sessions. (wakes the children up)

e. Gathers the children to start a session.

4.Purpose of Humor

a. Makes the children listen to/enjoy the sessions.

b. Establishes rapport with audience.

c. Makes a point easy to remember.

5. Purpose of Games

a. Makes sessions enjoyable.

b. Makes activities participative.

c. Energizes the camp.V. Expanded Outlines

The topics to be discussed with the children should be short, very simple, and informal. Visual aids --- such as pictures or slide shows --- may be used to sustain the interest of the children in listening to the topics being discussed. Remember that the attention span of children is very short. The sharings/personal testimonies must be alive and exciting.

A. Topic 1: God Loves Me and He Wants Me to be HappyI. Who is God?

(Ask anyone who they think God is. They could recite it out loud or you can ask them to try to draw a picture how they perceive God to be.)

The result would most probably describe God as:

- Creator - He made everything!

- good

- loving and kind

- controls the weather or something!

After this simple activity, affirm thier description about God who is powerful, wise, and who created everything.

II. The God who made everything loves you!

God loves each and everyone of us. He created all of us. Without Him, we would not be here. He loves us and wants us to be happy. He gives us beautiful things and all the things we need. (Tell them to close their eyes and imagine the things God gave them that makes them happy. After a minute, you can ask them what are the things God gave us and take note of them.)

- The trees

- The sky

- Our pets

- the air we breathe and the water we use

- He gave us LIFE.

Yes, the most beautiful gift he gave us is our LIFE. He also gave others life so that we may enjoy the things He made for us. He gave us our parents, our brothers and sisters. He gave us everyone that we love.

KFC-3III. He gave us all these things so we can be happy!

God loves us and wants us to be happy. Our parents are there to take care of us. Our brothers and sisters are there to help us. Our friends are there to play with us.

If God loves you, do you love God? How can your show you love God? Let us pray to God. (Invite them for a short prayer. Tell them to repeat after you)

Lord,/ thank you for creating so many things for me./ Thank you for the trees,/ the animals,/ the mountains,/ and the air./ Thank you/ for giving me life./ Thank you/ for my parents,/ brothers and sisters,/ and friends. I know/ that you love me/ and want me to be happy./ I also want to love you/ and make you happy./ Help me to be good/ so I can show you my love/ and make you happy./ Amen.

IV. Sharing (Introduce sharer for this topic. 5 mins. only)

Suggested Activities:

1. Marshmallow Sculptures

Materials:Marshmallows

toothpicks

Dynamics: Give each small group plenty of marshmallows and toothpicks. Ask them to make something that God gave us using the marshmallows and toothpicks. encourage them to work as a team. Interview them later what are the things that they created. After that they can eat the marshmallows.

2. Diorama Using Junk Materials

Materials:Scissors (safe ones)

Glue/Paste

Empty cartons of the following: soap/toothpaste,

matchbox, toilet paper roll

Cloth, yarn, wood shavings, sand, pebbles, bottle caps,

etc...

Dynamics: Ask the children to make a mini diorama of Gods

creations. Encourage them to work as a team.

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B. Topic 2: Jesus Will Show Me How to Love GodI. Who is Jesus?

(Just like the first Topic, ask them who Jesus is and take note of their answers.)

Whenever we celebrate Christmas, whos birthday is it? Yes, Jesus was born on Christmas day. Jesus is the Son of God. God sent Jesus to us to show us how to love God.

II. How did Jesus show us how to love God?

A. When he was young...

- He helped his foster father Joseph

- He was obedient to his mother Mary

- They prayed as a family every night

- He loved to play with his friends and did not fight them

B. When he was older....

- He went from town to town and told people that

My Father (God) loves you very much.

- He healed the sick, the blind, and the deaf

- He taught people how to pray to God

- He made the sad people happy

III. What did people say about Jesus

People were always following Jesus. They said that:

- Jesus is so good.

- He is the friend of all.

- He is the Son of God.

- We love Jesus! and Lets follow Him!

KFC-3III. Lets follow Jesus!

God loves us so much that He sent us His Son Jesus. God wants us to love others just like Jesus did when he was here on earth. Let us love God by loving and following his Son Jesus Christ. Let us pray:

Lord,/ help us to love Jesus./ He is good,/ obedient,/ and prayerful./ Help me/ to be like him./ I want to be good,/ obedient,/ and prayerful./ I want to be His friend./ I want to love others/ just like He did./ Help me/ to be like Jesus always/ so I may show you/ how I love you./ Amen.

IV. Sharing (Introduce sharer for this topic. 5 mins. only)

Activity: Loving others - Jesus Style!

Materials:Questionnaire

Pen/pencil

Dynamics:Distribute a copy of the questionnaire per participant. Have their pens ready. Instruct them to check or encircle their answers. After having completed the questionnaire, as a group, go over all the answers and reveal to them the right response for each question.

( Next page, please.)

NAME _____________________________

Loving Others - Jesus Style!

Jesus loves everyone. How do you think He showed His love to people? Try to answer the following questions and find out later what is the right way to do it.

I. It is impossible to love some people. Check your answer.

True_____ False_____

II. Encircle the following that are easy to love:

your mother

your teacher

lolos and lolas superheroes

a close friendyour father

poor people (X-men,Power

a rock star

rich people

sister/brother Rangers)

yourself

God

Jesus

III. Check which of the following are examples of love:

_____ laughing at someone when he makes a mistake

_____ giving money to the church

_____ feeling sad for someone who is hurt

_____ eating with someone who is alone

_____ doing chores at home

_____ obeying your parents even if they scold you

_____ lying for a friend

_____ telling Jesus to your friends

_____ saying bad things about someone who has hurt you

_____ giving food to the hungry

_____ giving your answers to a friend who did not study in an exam

_____ praying for a sick person

_____ laugh at someone who is naked

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C. Topic 3: God Will Always Forgive Me Because He Loves MeI. God wants us to be good.

God is good to us. But He is hurt when we do bad things. We cannot say I love God if we are not good. That is why he wants us to be good boys and girls always. If we say sorry for the wrong things weve done, God will always forgive us.

II. The Prodigal Son

Read beforehand the story of the Prodigal Son. Then narrate the story to the kids in an interesting way, emphasizing that God is like the father who forgives the sin if we say sorry.

III. We can show our love for God by turning away from sin.

A. Some examples of sin.

- answering back to our parents

- not obeying our parents

- lying, stealing, cheating

- saying bad words, swearing

- looking at bad pictures

- hurting others

- by being selfish, stubborn

B. How can we be sorry for these sins?

- by being honest and humble to admit our mistakes

- by praying to God and asking for forgiveness

- by going to confession

IV. God is always merciful.

Remember the Prodigal Son. No matter how big our sins are, God will forgive us because He loves us. Jesus is always here to help us be sorry for our sins and come before His Father. Let us be sorry for all our sins and allow Jesus to wash us clean from all our sinfulness.

V. Sharing (Introduce sharer for this topic. 5 mins. only)

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Letters to God

Materials: Stationery/cards

letter envelopes

ballpens/pencil

Dynamics: Let the children write letters to God expressing their love and asking forgiveness for their wrongdoings. These letters are to be offered during the Mass the following day. The facilitators should make sure that each child is able to write to God.

Note: The letters may be read by the Couple Coordinators after the camp for evaluation purposes only.

D. Topic 4: The Holy Spirit Will Help Me to be Good AlwaysI. We have a Helper!

(Ask them if they know of any super hero who helps people.) Just like these super heroes, do you know that there is someone greater than them whos always ready to help us? Do you know that there is someone who is always with us who helps us to be good? He is called the Holy Spirit.

II. Who is the Holy Spirit?

The Holy Spirit is Gods own Spirit. We cannot see Him. But He is always present. He is with us, everyday, every hour, every minute, and every second. When we pray to Him, he gives us the strength to be good and avoid sin and other bad things. We can also ask help from Him when we are sad and troubled. He listens to us always. He makes us love God even more!

III. Do you know that we can receive the Holy Spirit?

Yes, we can. But we need to pray with someone and ask God to fill us with His Spirit. We will do this later after this talk.

Before we can receive the Holy Spirit, we must first show God that we love Him and the people He gave us.

A. Pray to the Lord and tell Him:

- we dont want to sin anymore

- we love Jesus and want to be with Him always

- we need a Helper and believe that God will give Him to us

B. We must express our love for our parents, brothers and sisters, and

friends.

- God will be pleased if we show our love for these people

- He wants us to be obedient and loving

IV. Conclusion

God loves us. He sent Jesus to be our friend. He is now sending His Holy Spirit to guide and strengthen us and to help us. Let us be ready to receive Him in our lives.

KFC-3V. Letter Giving and Dialogue

Instruct the parents to stay beside their child after this talk. The parents can invite their kids to a place where they can start exchanging letters and having the dialogue. (It is assumed that the parents have been oriented earlier about their letter to their children and the dialogue that expresses love and forgiveness. They should also encourage their children to receive the Holy Spirit and pray for their concerns during the pray-over.)

VI. The Pray-over Session

Gather the participants with their parents in the session hall. Make sure that the parents are standing beside their children.

Tell the kids to sit with their hands on their lap as a sign of receiving. After settling down remind the kids to be prayerful, asking God to send His Spirit to them. Ask the music ministry to play a slow song previously taught earlier. After the song, the parents will lay their hands over their children and pray over them. Make sure they are oriented of the pray-over process:

1. Praising.

2. Pray for the childs concerns.

3. Ask the Holy Spirit to come to their child.

4. Thanksgiving prayer.

5. Close with Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be.

V. Worship

After everyone has been prayed-over, exhort the kids to thank God for the Holy Spirit in them. The way to show it is through a series of songs and prayer called a worship. The process is as follows:

1. Teach them to voice their praises (Thank you Lord, I love you Lord, I praise you!)

2. Explain raising of hands as a way of telling God You are great!

3. Start the worship with a fast song, then praising, then a slow song.

4. After the singing, lead the assembly in a simple thanksgiving prayer to God for sending His Spirit to them.

5. Close the worship with a Glory Be. (A song is optional).

KFC-3Annex ACFC Kids for Christ

Senior Kids Camp Participants Checklist

Bible

Rosary

Vitamins/Medicine

Insect repellant

Stationery, Pen or Pencil

Bath towel

Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, comb/brush, etc.)

Casual Clothes (for 2 days)

Sleeping Attire

Jacket

Swimsuit (if you are allowed by your parents to swim)

Shoes and Slippers

Extra Snacks

KFC-3Annex BCFC Kids for Christ

Senior Kids Camp Service Team Checklist Page 1

Date: __________________________ Target No. of Participants: ____________

VENUE: _____________________________ Tel. No._____________________

Address: ________________________________________________________

Fee: ___________ Rooming Plan/Capacity: ___________________

Food Provisions: ________________________________________

Contact Persons: _____________________ Tel. No. ____________

_____________________ Tel. No. ____________

MATERIALS:

Directional Signs

Nametags

Room Plans

House Rules

Schedule of Acivities

Pentel Pens and extra Cartolinas

Masking Tape, Scissors, Stapler

Registration Forms (for kids and parents)

Information Sheets

Ballpens, Pencils, Crayons

Extra Paper

Whistle/Bell

First Aid Kit, Sanitary Napkins, Toilet Papers

Receipt Booklets, Cash Box

Kids Camp Manual

Streamers/Balloons/Other Decorations

Songs (on acetate or on manila paper)

Musical Instruments (esp. guitars, plus extra guitar strings)

Karaoke, Microphones, Casette Tapes (for recording talks)

Firewood, Matches, Newspapers, Kerosene (for bonfire)

Flashlights, Emergency Lamps, Batteries (in case of power failure)

Bible, Crucifix

Collection Baskets (for the Mass)

KFC ID/Commitment Card (available at CFC Center)CFC and KFC Novelty Items for Sale

Others:

__________________________ __________________________

__________________________ __________________________

Senior Kids Camp Service Team Checklist Page 2

SERVICE TEAM:Couple Coordinators: ________________________________________________

Registration Team: ________________________________________________

Physical Set-up: ________________________________________________

In-charge of Novelties: ______________________________________________

Team Leader(s): _________________________ _________________________

Camp Servant(s):_________________________ ________________________

Speakers:

Sharers:

Talk 1: ______________________ ________________________

Talk 2: ______________________ ________________________

Talk 3: ______________________ ________________________

Talk 4: ______________________ ________________________

Facilitators:

BOYS

GIRLS

Name Age Name

Age

1. _______________________ ____ 1. ____________________ ____

2. _______________________ ____ 2. ____________________ ____

3. _______________________ ____ 3. ____________________ ____

4. _______________________ ____ 4. ____________________ ____

5. _______________________ ____ 5. ____________________ ____

Music Ministry: ____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

Priest: _________________________________ Tel. No. ___________________

Address: _________________________________________________________

Who will pick up priest? _________________________ What time? __________

Sacristan(s): _______________________________________________________

Commentator: ______________________ Offerors: _______________________

1st Reading : ______________________ _______________________

Responsorial : ______________________ _______________________

2nd Reading : ______________________ _______________________

Collection Basket Servants: ___________________________________________

Nearest Doctor: ____________________________ Tel. No. _________________

Address: __________________________________________________________

Program/Entertainment Night

Emcee(s): __________________________ ____________________________

Annex C

CFC Kids for Christ

Senior Kids Camp - Child Information Sheet

Name: ________________________________________ Nickname: ________________

Age: _____ Birthday: ____________________ School: ___________________________

Parents: _____________________________________________ CFC Chapter: _______

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Sleeping Habits: Does the child ... bedwet? ______________________________

sleepwalk? ____________________________

frequently have nightmares? ______________

Childs Allergies (if any): __________________________________________________

If your child is under any medication, please indicate below and give the medicine to any KFC Coordinator with the proper dosage instructions.

Medicine:

For: (state purpose or ailment)Dosage:

______________________ ______________________________________________

______________________ ______________________________________________

Any other concerns about your child that we need to know? (childs personality, interests, habits, etc.)

________________________________________________________________________

In case of emergency, notify: ________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________

Tel. No. : ________________________ Relation to Child: ________________________

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Permission SlipWe allow our son/daughter _______________________________ to join the Kids Camp at _____________________ on ___________. We allow __ / dont allow __ our child to swim in the pool. We understand that this is an overnight activity and we abide by the rules and regulations of the camp. We waive whatever claim(s) of liability we may have for any untoward incident that may occur during the camp.

_________________________

Parents Signature KFC-3

Annex DInvitation Letter to the Senior Kids Camp

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Dear Parents,

Greetings of peace!

CFC Kids for Christ would like to invite your children (ages 9-12) to a Kids Camp. This is a 2-day live-in camp, which aims to bring children closer to Jesus, and develop good friendships with their brothers and sisters from Kids for Christ and Youth for Christ.

The camp is scheduled to start on ________________ at 8:00 a.m., to be concluded on _______________ at 1:00 p.m. The venue for the camp will be at ____________________________. A registration fee of _________ will cover board, lodging and materials.

Please write a letter of love to each of your children who will be participating in this camp. We encourage you to witness the final activity on the last day, at 9:30 a.m. It will be followed by a Holy Eucharist Celebration from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. You are invited to have lunch and fellowship with us and the other parents. Please bring food for potluck.

Attached is an information sheet. Please accomplish it and submit to ________________________ on or before _______________.

God has blessed us with the opportunity to know and work with Him closely. We pray for your affirmative response. God bless you and your family always.

In Christs Service,

_______________

HEART FOR THE KIDS TRAINING

OVERVIEW

A. Description

The Heart for the Kids Weekend/Training is designed to train and enhance the skills and talents of selected YFC members for service in Kids for Christ. It is a two-day overnight activity that allows them to interact with one another, and exchange ideas in preparing for their KFC service.

B. Goals

The training program aims:

1. To give guidelines that will serve as basis when serving and formulating activities for CFC Kids for Christ

2. To further understand the nature of kids and thus learn how to effectively deal with them.

3. To develop and enhance the creativity of the participants by initiating venues for them to learn new ideas and exchange ideas with other participants.

4. To provide opportunities for them to interact with YFC from other areas committed to their service with the kids.

C. Participants

1. Ates & Kuyas for KFC Areas/Youth Service Team for KFC Area with the following qualifications:

Male or female

Active YFC members/leaders

Has a good sense of humor

Must have a creative mind

Has a natural love for kids

Can serve for a minimum of 1 year2. Things to Bring

Bible

Notebook

Ballpen

Beddings

PREPARATIONS

Service Team

1. Team Leaders (2)

2. Facilitators ( 1 for every group of 6-8 members)

3. Music Ministry/Game Masters

4. Speakers

5. KFC Full-time Worker

B. Venue Requirements

1. Common Hall for Sessions

Spacious floor area

2. Room accommodations

3. Outdoor Area

- Garden, Forest Trail, etc.

C. Materials

1. Sound System

2. dvd player/video & television

3. LCD Projector or overhead projector

4. Whiteboard & Whiteboard marker / Chalkboard & Chalk

5. Board Eraser

6. Art materials (refer to the workshops)

7. Materials for Games

CFC KIDS FOR CHRIST

HEART FOR THE KIDS TRAINING

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Full Name: __________________________________________

Nickname: ____________

Birthday: ____________ Age: _______Gender F____ M ____

Address:_______________________________________________

______________________________________________________

Telephone Number: _______________Cell Number: ___________

Email Address: __________________ Fax Number: ____________

SERVICE (please specify):

What YFC/KFC service are you involved in? ___________________

_______________________________________________________

Have you helped out/participated in any KFC activities? __________

_______________________________________________________

INTERESTS:

Hobbies: _______________________________________________

Likes: _________________________________________________

Dislikes: _______________________________________________

If I were to be a kid again for a day, I would ____________________

_______________________________________________________

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Suggested Schedule

Day 1:

7:00pmArrival/registration

730 pmDinner

800 pmWelcoming/orientation

815 pmWorship

830 pmGames

930 pmSession 1: What is CFC KFC? Appreciation of this ministry

1015 pmActivity: open Forum

1100 pmFellowship-movie night

Day 2:

8:00amWake up

9:00 amBreakfast

9:30 amGathering songs & Worship

9:45 amGame

10:00 amSession 2:Caring for the kids

10:45 amActivity: Case Study-Treasure hunt-skit making

11:45 amPresent Skits

12:00 pmLunch

12:30 pmGathering songs & Worship

12:45 pmSession 3: Workshop: Telling a story & Speakers Workshop

1:45 pmSession 4: Talk: Fun things in KFC!

2:15 pmActivity: Arts & Crafts workshop

2:45 pmService meetings with chapter CCs

3:30 pmSession 5: Serving the kids with heart! (closing exhortation)

4:00 pmClosing worship

4:30 pmSharings

5:00 pmDinnner/Home time

EXPANDED OUTLINES

Talk 1: Appreciation for the Ministry

Introduction:

(go back to members and ask them when they all joined yfc)

Relate back to talk 5 of a youth camp-growing in the spirit. This will bring back the fact that YFC is bigger than a youth camp and there are larger things to serve.

As we grow in YFC we are all asked not only to strengthen our personal relationships with the Lord, but also to serve Him and our brothers and sisters. This weekend we are all called to something great: serving in the Kids For Christ ministry. But before we all learn and train to serve the kids we must understand this ministry.

A. Getting to know CFC Kids for Christ

1. What were not

a. an outreach of CFC

b. a formal school

c. a day-care center or CLP child-minding group

d. a Cathechetical instruction group

2. What we are

a. a ministry under CFC Family Ministries (along with Youth for Christ, Singles for Christ, Handmaids of the Lord & Servants of the Lord)

b. an area of support for children as they grow up learning Catholic values at home.

3. The Stuff we do

a. Yearly Junior Kids Day and Senior Kids Camp (the entrance point to kfc just like a yfc camp)

b. Monthly cluster assemblies

c. Workshops and storytelling activities packed with values and games

d. Annual Canadian RKV-Regional Kids Villages (KFC Conferences)

e. Field trips, sportsfests and outdoor activities

f. GK fundraising events (i.e talent competitions, Christmas Concerts etc.)

4. Our partners

a. Parents of kfc

b. CFC leaders

c. CFC KFC Couples Coordinators

5. Our new allies

a. the YFC KFC Ates and Kuyas, YFC active members who are serving in Kids for Christ

B. Where we fit in the KFC structure

Service Roles and Responsibiliites:

As YFC KFC CHAPTER CORE you are responsible for helping execute all Chapter/Cluster KFC events. Along side your CFC KFC Couple Coordinators all events in your area regarding KFC will be liable on your service.

Pastoral Roles & Responsibilities

As YFC KFC CORE, Kids for Christ is only a SERVICE MINISTRY. All pastoral aspects (i.e. households, one on ones, leaders assemblies) are to be taken with your resective Youth for Christ areas. (i.e. if you are a yfc kfc core chapter 3, you attend your respective households in YFC in that area).

Talk 2: Caring for Kids

Children have a special place in Gods heart and in the innocence, purity, and simplicity of children, it is His plan to preserve and enhance this nature rather than it be washed out by the ways of the world. The early to the pre-teen stages of a kids life consists of crucial formative years, and that Christian values and attitudes can be absorbed and imbibed during these years. However, in order to take care of our young brothers and sisters, we must first understand their nature to see where they are coming from.

As we discuss the developmental characteristics of this age group, we should remember that these are just general guidelines for us to understand them. There should be allowances for differences in skills, behavior, rate of growth, and temperaments. It does not mean that each kid will or should be that way. Again, remember that each child is unique he/she has his own qualities and individuality.

Junior Kids: 4-8 year olds

A. They have a short attention span

1. It is important to realize that children in this age bracket cannot stand listening to long talks. The most effective way to reach the children is by involving them in an activity that they can enjoy. A short processing session should follow (see samples in the Junior Kids Day manual) that relates the activity to the value or lesson to be learned. If it is absolutely necessary to give a talk it should last no longer than five minutes.

2. The duration of the talk is not the only consideration; the manner of presenting the topic should also be given importance. The speaker must be both lively and animated in order to capture and maintain the attention of the children. Interactive talks, wherein the children are asked to respond or participate, also hold their attention.

B. Most of them are extremely active

1. Junior kids are normally restless, especially 4 to 6-year olds. Activities such as running, jumping, dancing and generally moving around appeal most to them. The service team must exercise maximum tolerance and patience in maintaining a reasonable level of order during activities.

C. They are attracted to motion and interesting visuals

1. It is important to bear this in mind when planning for any activity where the kids are involved. This is especially important for such activities as storytelling and the like.

D. Most of them learn better through repetition

1. Children are able to understand and remember lessons better when they are instructed to repeat or recall important points brought up in a given activity. Having them repeat what you say can also excite them and impress upon them that learning can be fun.

E. They need specific instructions

1. General instructions that could normally be given to older children and adults are usually difficult for them to understand. Step-by-step directions are easier for them to follow, and give them greater confidence to carry them out. Sometimes, when a child refuses to follow directions, it is more out of confusion rather than disobedience.

F. They respond to love

1. Like most people, children can generally sense when a person has genuine concern for them. Seemingly little gestures like remembering their names, accompanying them to the bathroom and conversing with them cheerfully tell them more about Gods love than anything you can ever say. Serving them with a cheerful and loving heart helps them realize that what they learn in KFC is true and worth believing in. As they grow, your constant example makes you a credible teacher to follow and look up to.

Senior Kids: 9-12 year olds

A. They demonstrate considerable competence and continuing mastery of their bodies and their environment.

1. Skill increases with maturity until, by the end of the period, some kids are highly skilled and much in demand for various sports.

2. Boys are stronger than girls.

3. Girls may be more graceful and accurate.

4. Fine motor skills (writing and drawing) improve noticeably.

B. They become more mentally competent that they can plan and evaluate problem-solving strategies, and execute them. They also learn to adapt better.

1. Motivate them. Give them a reason to become involved. Allow them to use their hidden potentials so that their talents may not go to waste. Teach the kids not to be satisfied with the first thing they do. Use prizes and other tangible rewards to motivate them. Remember that their energy should be focused on the right modes of motivation so that they will be encouraged to establish worthwhile goals.

2. Give them many opportunities to explore their different talents and skills. Use different methods when helping them discover their different interests. Provide varied experiences for them. These will help them to know more about the world and the people around. Make them aware of current environmental concerns and widen their knowledge of their culture.

3. Provide venues for them to showcase the fruits of their labor. If they are unable to sustain their efforts, they are in danger of failure. For example, when we conduct creative workshops, we should make sure there is time wherein the kids can show what they learned. If there are art workshops, exhibits of their artworks can be put up. These will help the kids have confidence and be proud in them.

4. Always have an encouraging attitude towards the kids. We should always ask them to do more but we should make sure their efforts are appreciated. A simple pat on the back or a word of praise is something they would savor a lot. Simple gestures will give them a chance to overcome their fear of failure that they might have acquired early in life, which if not addressed, may keep them from fulfilling their potentials.

C. They look up to their elder siblings as role models.

1. Older siblings can help their younger brothers and sisters ease many of the normal upsets of growing up. By being models, offering advice, and interceding with adults, siblings form bonds that last a lifetime.

2. They begin to develop their self-identity. Observing and imitating, without parental pressure, can be effective in acquiring competence. Accepting some of an older siblings behaviors and rejecting others contribute to their own sense of identity.

3. They act as mediators in bridging the gap between parent coordinators and the kids themselves.

D. They enjoy doing stuff with their friends.

1. During this age, relationships with friends are very important. Kids are attracted to those who share their interests, who play well with them, and who help them learn about themselves.

2. Their friends are usually similar to them in age or within 12 months of each other. Kids associate more frequently with members of their own sex because they share mutual interests.

3. Friends provide opportunities for learning. They teach kids how to communicate with one another. This allows them to recognize other persons needs and interests.

4. Friendship also means that a kid has to learn how to cooperate and how to deal with conflict.

5. Friends give kids the chance to compare themselves with others. Its also a means of evaluating oneself by comparison with others.

6. Friends give kids the chance to feel that they belong to a group. Here the kids learn about not just individual friendships but roles, collective participation, and group support for activities.

Activity: Case Study Analysis A. Objectives

1. To prepare the YFC service team for the different cases they may encounter in their KFC service.

2. To simulate various cases in order to train the YFC service team to have presence of mind especially when in unavoidable situations.

3. To allow YFC to have fun and bond during the treasure hunt process.

B. Instructions:

1. Divide the group into smaller groups of 5.

2. Create Case Studies and Write the cases on separate sheets of paper.

3. Devise a series of clues (preferably in riddle form) that will lead the participants into a treasure hunt throughout the garden/forest trail/outdoor venue. At the end of each groups hunt, ask them to read the case given to them, analyze it and portray the solution in skit presentation to later be presented.

C. Case Studies:Create Case Studies to give to YFC. Use own personal experiences in KFC Area to help prepare the new CORE with what to expect serving in KFC.

Case Study Example:

Some KFC members are bullying an 11-year-old boy. The boy does not want to attend the monthly KFC gatherings because a lot of people are teasing him and he does not want to participate in all group activities. As a member of the youth service team, what will you do?

Workshop : Speakers Workshop

A. Objectives

1. To be able orient the participants in giving talks or facilitating sessions to a young audience.

2. To introduce creative ways in speaking before KFC members.

B. Introduction

To whomever I send you, you shall go; whatever I command you, you shall speak; Have no fear before them, because I am with you to deliver you says the Lord. (Jer 1: 5-8)

C. Preparing for the Talk (Short Recap)

1. Begin with the end in mind

a. know what your talk is about- the message

b. stick to the outline

2. Internalize the talk- understand it

a. speak from the heart

b. understand your audience- age, social status

3. Prepare your outline

a. come up with stories, anecdotes that might help illustrate your point

b. make it personal-share, dont preach

4. Pray.

C. Presenting the Talk

1. Speak to the audience

a. Generate good rapport- eye to eye contact, have a cheerful disposition

2. Clarity

b. Number your points so your audience would know where you are

c. Speak clearly with enough volume and pitch

d. Avoid Christian jargons as well as YFC lingo that they might not understand

3. Tailor-fit your talk

a. Consider age (usually 7-12 years old), social status, presence of two genders

b. Use more stories as analogies to present your message

c. Consider the better option of using Filipino/ English depending on your crowd

d. Give jokes but not green/ racist/ Erap

4. Time

a. Should be kept to 10-20 mins; kids have short attention span

5. Aesthetics

a. Dress decently; kids are looking up to you

b. Wearing costume is an option to further excite the kids

6. End with a high note

D. Creative Aspect

1. Very important element of every talk in a Kids Conference; catches attention of the kids; breaks monotony

2. Insert creative presentations before/ during/ after the talk (e.g. dance, song, magic show, praise and fashion, role-playing); Examples:

a. Finding a Treasure Talk talks about talents; can feature special talents of any KFC members

b. Before Lord of the Jungle talk, an excerpt of Zion King was presented

3. Speaker can be part of the performance before the talk proper

4. One session is like one show; children should not notice that youre giving a talk

A. Attitudes

1. Dont scare them.

a. It is not your goal to make them cry/ guilty/ scared

b. Some make the mistake of citing instances such as death of parents, accidents, etc. to change them

2. Dont underestimate or overestimate your audience

a. dont be too kiddy on your examples or too serious

b. dont ever think that KFC is a less service than YFC

c. dont ever think that speaking to kids need no preparation; kids know when you are not prepared or not enthusiastic

d. dont be scared with the notion that kids are bratty or not attentive

3. Love the kids. Understand where theyre coming from.

a. Know their concerns- studies, family, siblings, peers, ambitions

b. Be patient if they are noisy, wandering, NR, etc.

Workshop : Storytelling Workshop

A. Objectives

1. To introduce storytelling as an alternative method of giving talks to KFC members.

2. To prepare participants for different storytelling methods.

B. Introduction

Pep Talk on Storytelling

When telling a story, be yourself, do not try to become a dramatic character or something youre not. Reading stories aloud from books will always play a part in education. But it is not storytelling. Storytelling is older than reading (or being read to) and is a more complete form of communication. It has neither the careful polish of literature nor the rehearsed spectacle of drama. Instead it is a unique form of improvisation created in the moment through interplay of audience, storyteller and story.

C. Points to remember

1. Off the page

- A story read from a book would gain some refinement but may lose the raw vitality of the Living Word. So getting a story from a book may need some adjustments and preparations.

2. Not by Word

- A story shouldnt be memorized word for word but by heart. All you need to remember are key words, phrases and significant events.

3. Grasping the Plot

- Read the story several times, in order for you to fully understand the flow of the story and to be confident enough to retell it in the way that you want it to be.

4. Seeing the Story

- Visualize the setting, people and events in the story as clearly and as detailed as you can. You can do this by closing your eyes and imagining.

5. Timing is Essential

- Know when to speed up, slow down (e.g. climax). Dont be afraid to pause to create a more dramatic effect.

6. Practicing the story and playing with your voice

-Try taping yourself while telling a story and then retell it with the corrections form the first recording.

7. Movement and gesture

Dont just stand in place while telling your story; youll be no different from a book. However, also remember not to overact.

8. Have fun

- If done with confidence and passion, storytelling could be fun not only for the audience but also for the storyteller.

9. Pray

- That God may use you powerfully in telling His story through you.

D. The Gift

1. Each participant will imagine holding an extraordinary gift. (e.g. the Sun, balot at asin, flying dragon)

2. They will move around and exchange gifts with each other while describing what it is they have in their hands. They should be creative in acting out what they are holding and describe it in the best way the others would be able to understand them.

E. Story Chain

1. The participants will form a circle and the facilitator starts with a phrase to begin a story. The person on his/her left will continue the story with his/her own input. The story will evolve and develop into a climax and a conclusion. This aims to develop the spontaneity of the storytellers.

F. Story by Partners

1. The participants will be asked to form pairs.

2. From the pair, choose who will be Partner A and Partner B.

3. Develop a story with actions.

4. Partner A tells the story they made to the audience without words and only actions. After that the partner B will tell it to the group with the words and actions.

5. This will show the importance of words in a story and that actions are not essential but will help make the story livelier and clearer.

Talk 3 : Fun things in KFC!

B. Concept: Breakers Game

1. Gather all the YFC participants and group them into groups of 7-11 members each.

2. Explain that this activity will take them back to their childhood, where they need to recall the things that they used to like or dislike, love or hate.

3. Appoint a team leader to facilitate the discussion following the questionnaire below.

Questionnaire:

a. List down three outdoor activities that you like.

b. What was the one thing that you liked about your family?

c. What was the one thing that you didnt like about your family?

d. List three food items that you liked to eat.

e. What were the things that you liked about your friends?

f. What were the things that you didnt like about your friends?

g. What things did you enjoy doing with your friends?

h. What things did you not enjoy doing with your friends?

i. How did you find your religion class?

j. Why?

C. Explanation of the Activity

Take a look at your answers. Most probably, these answers are the same things that kids today may have. Despite the changes in culture, technology, economy and all the other environmental factors, the very basic answers to these questions are the same with children now as it was before.

In designing KFC activities, the first step that should be taken is to enter the mind of a child. The activity that was earlier presented to you may have helped some. The reason behind this is to create activities that children would actually enjoy doing and to reinforce it with our own value system in the community.

D. What elements should we consider in planning out activities for the kids?

1. It should be EXCITING. Children respond more when the activity is of high interest.

2. It should be CREATIVE. Think of activities that will serve as an avenue for them to develop their different motor skills (e.g. drawing, scribbling, symbolism, etc.)

3. It should be ACTIVE. At this stage, children are only just developing their motor skills. Consider activities that involve maximum participation.

4. It should be EDUCATIONAL. Children continuously process new information. Constantly, provide them with helpful and important ideas.

5. It should be CHALLENGING. Mentally, and physically stimulating activities allow them to exercise their mind and body and serve as effective training for responsible individuals.

6. It should be LARGER THAN LIFE. How they relate to other and to the world beyond their family and their own selves is established at this stage. Come up with activities that appeal to them and that are as realistic as possible.

E. Application

Ask the participants to go back to their groups. Divide the months in a year by the number of groups and ask them to design activities for those months assigned to them guided by the themes stated below. Each activity should follow this format: title, dynamics, objectives, procedure, materials needed, schedule.

MONTHTHEMEVALUE

JanuaryI will change for the better.Commitment

FebruaryI will love others as I love myself.Love

MarchI will trust in the Lord.Courage

AprilI will always be good to my brothers and sisters, classmates and friends.Compassion

MayI will give my best in everything I do.Excellence

JuneI will study my lessons well. I will not cheat and tell lies. Honesty

JulyI am good because I am created in Gods image and likeness.Confidence

AugustI will accept my mistakes.Humility

SeptemberI will tell others about Jesus and celebrate the life that He has blessed me with.Faith

OctoberI will honor and imitate the simple life of Mama Mary, all the angels and saints.Simplicity

NovemberI will find strength in prayer.Strength

DecemberI will love my less fortunate brothers and sisters.Generosity

e. Below is a list of suggested themes that you may give as case study:

Prayer is talking with God

God loves me, let me count the ways

God gave me my family

Day with SAGIP

Changing my bad habits (New Years resolutions)

Learning to say, Im sorry when I hurt others

I will stay away from drugs (or other vices like smoking, gambling)

God gave me gifts that make me special (talents)

Jesus wants me to be honest

Giving Jesus all my wishes and dreams

Praying for the people I love

Preparing for the coming of Jesus (Advent)

Being a good brother or sister

Honoring and respecting my parents (or elders)

Singing is like praying two times (song and dance workshop)

My Guardian Angel

I am proud of my country (ex. culture, traditions, people, and faith)

Caring for the Environment

How can I serve God & country

Caring for my poor brothers and sisters

Being a responsible student

Being an elder brother/sister in KFC is fun (for 10 to 12 year olds)

Activity: Arts & Craft

A. Objectives

1. To provide an alternative idea in coming up with different KFC activities.

2. To enhance the creative juices in each participant.

3. To allow each participant to express themselves through art medium.

B. Materials Needed

Paper plates

Art materials (make available any of the following)

construction paper

glue/paste

crayons

poster paint

paint brushes

straw

beads

candles and match

scissors

C. Dynamics

Give each participant a paper plate. Instruct them to make masks out of the art materials available. Tell them to use their creativity and ingenuity in coming up with designs that will best display their characteristics and personality.

D. Explanation of the Activity

This activity aims for the participants to unleash their creative juices and to interpret their feelings and ideas about the training and their service.

Continue with Service meetings with respective Clusters and MOCK CLUSTER SERVICE MEETING.

Talk 4: Serving the kids with heart!

A. As CFC and KFC enter the New Millennium, we see the following developments happening:

1. The KFC program is being taken more seriously across Canada.

2. KFC is beginning to take huge leaps with their efforts for GK.

3. The KFC program being more firmly rooted in countries where CFC is established, with various adaptations in different cultures.

4. Regional Kids Villages(RKVs) are becoming a huge factor to the lives of KFC members across Canada

5. The attraction to and involvement of more youth leaders in the program, even the hiring of more youth mission volunteers and single full-time workers in Metro Manila and the provinces to cater to program development expansion and growth.

6. With a younger, more Ministry-conscious CFC population borne of the transition of the Family Ministries, the involvement of more parents in the formation of their Kids in KFC.

7. More KFCs coming with the generational turnover of a more life and family- conscious CFC generation, also borne of CFC's work in various areas today.

8. The KFC program interacting and evangelizing a greater cross-section of societies and cultures all over the world.

B. As we see the Lord unfold all these developments before our eyes, we are humbled and realize the need for more laborers to work on the harvest, but more and more with hearts that follow after the Masters heart.

C. What kind of a heart does Jesus have that we should all have as well, as we seek to bring more of Gods little ones to Him.

Unless we become as little children, we will not enter the kingdom of God.

D. The heart of Jesus, the heart of a child, must possess:

love (HEART)- It makes Gods presence felt.

Faith- It must be committed to Gods mission.

cOnviction

- It has Gods assurance.

couRage

- It believes God comes before us.

Trust

- It relies on Gods power.

Humility

- It only flaunts God.

happinEss

- It knows God provides.

Kindness

- It brings God to others.

purIty

- It sees Gods intention.

obeDience

- It submits to God.

goodneSs

- It sees Gods heart.

E. Reflection Question:

How is God calling me to respond to His call to serve the Kids?

1. Can we not just feel love, or show love but breathe the love of God?

2. Can we commit ourselves to the service and mission of God and His children?

3. Can we rest our fears and anxieties and believe in Gods promises from the heart?

4. Can we be brave, boldly trying the humanly impossible for God?

5. Can we believe that God can work miracles in others, but moreso, in us?

6. Can we be humble, realizing we cant do anything without God?

7. Can we be truly peaceful and joyful outside, but more importantly inside the heart?

8. Can we be always smiling, forever kind, allowing others to experience God?

9. Can we serve with a pure intent of showing our love for God?

10. Can we not insist on our way, but only Gods way, of doing things?

11. Can we have hearts that believe in goodness the goodness of children, the goodness of parents, the goodness of other Couple Coordinators and Gods goodness in us?

KFC COUPLE COORDINATORS TRAININGCFC Kids for Christ CC Training

Saturday, March 19th 2005

Trinity Hall, Mississauga

Schedule:

8:00 am - 9:00 amService Team Arrival-Setup

9:00 am 9:30 amArrival & Registration

9:30 am 10:00 amOpening Songs & Worship

10:00 am 12:00 pmSession 1: Understanding the need of Kids for Christ

-Talk (1hr)

-Discussion groups(45mins-done per CFC Cluster)

12:00 pm 1:00 pmLUNCH TIME

1:00 pm 1:15 pmGather songs & Worship

1:15 pm 2:30 pmSession 2/A: Structure and Team Building

-Talk & explanation(ppt) (45mins)

-Team building activity (30mins)

2:30 pm 3:30 pmSession 2/B: Events & Activities

-Talk (30mins)

-Setting Activities Activity(30 mins)(done with KFC Cluster)

3:30 pm 4:00 pmOPEN FORUM

4:00 pm 4:15 pmBREAK TIME

4:15 pm 4:45 pmSession 3: A Heart for the kids

CC Empowerment

4:45 pm 5:00 pmClosing & Announcements/Clean up

5:00 pmLEAVE VENUE

TALK ONE :THE CALL TO SERVE

I. INTRODUCTION

*Ask the participants to close their eyes and remember as far back as they can when they were children. The simpler times they spent growing up in elementary school even early high school.

*After painting the picture of the past, ask them to open their eyes and to share some of their experiences.II. OUR WORLD TODAY

The times of the past were fond memories but unfortunately those times have changed. The Children, our children today, in this country, are now growing up in a more complicated trouble time.

The Society we live in today give our children complications every day such as:

Child Violence:

-How many times have we heard about bullying going overboard once a child hits high school?

This is because the aggression rate in Canada has risen 55% in the past 10 years for children 2-5 and 60% in children 5-12.

The world is making it more acceptable for children to be aggressive and less loving.

Materialism

-Children today are surrounded by technology, retail, advertisements, etcso much so that it has created an absence of God in their lives. The pressure to have the latest toys will always be around at school.

If I have everything I need, then why do I need God?-this can be learned at a very young age. So much that this can lead disinterest in God because of preoccupation.

Pressure to GROW UP-There is an overwhelming pressure for children to act more mature than they are. This is done by the society we live in. This causes them to miss out on their childhood and experience things that children shouldnt (i.e. sexual activity, alcohol, drugs, gangs, need of money etc.).

The new generation of TWEENS(Children 9-12)-These are Pre-teens that have their own pre-adolescent generation that is building them with keeping in style with teenagers, being aware of safe sex, being cool with the latest fads etc.

III. THE CALL FOR KIDS FOR CHRIST

The Lords response to this is CFC KIDS FOR CHRIST. This ministry allows children to realize how special they are in the eyes of God and that they were meant to live for so much more.

Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young. But be an example for the believers in your speech, your conduct, your love, faith and purity. 1Timothy 4:12

In KFC, we have the 4 Fs (FUN, FREEDOM, FELLOWSHIP, FAITH) which allow them to learn, be active and grow in their early stages of Christian faith.

FUN:

Through Fun, children listen and want to participate. With the activities in KFC children see how they can really form values and beliefs in God while doing the same things that they could do at any after-school or in-school club.

FREEDOM:

In KFC, children are given the freedom to be who they truly are. They have no pressure to hide what they are comfortable being and doing. Individuality is encouraged instead of contained. Children are respected for who they really are.

You have been called to live in freedombut freedom to serve one another in love Galatian 5:13

FELLOWSHIP:

Through the fun and exciting gatherings, and also from the support they begin to receive, they begin to build friendships that last forever. Friendships built on love of Christ. Children in Kids for Christ find life-long friendships that last through their growth in Youth for Christ, Singles for Christ and Couples for Christ.

Where two or three are gathered together because they are mine, I am there among them. Matthew 18:20

FAITH:

In all of our events, Christ is the center of it all. No matter what the activity or where they are, their Faith in God is encouraged and challenged in growing closer to Him.

That is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each others faith. Romans 1:12

Through all, CFC Kids for Christ begins to build a new life in which the children can grow and be supported enough to deal with the trials and tribulations of Todays world. It is only through firm peer support from other children in Kids for Christ and through the examples of the YFC serving in KFC as well as the KFC Couple Coordinators. Having these 4 Fs in their Christian life make dealing with things and learning to make decisions for themselves as individuals easier to involve Christ.

IV. BUILDING A NEW GENERATION

Instead of just keeping this to themselves, Couples for Christ and CFC KFC brings new life and the Hope of Christ to the Children and others across the world. This builds a New Generation of Christ Believers. We build a new generation of Christ believers

A GENERATION OF HOPE:

No more will children live in the wasteland that is today. No more will they have to rely on worldly things because they have Hope in Christ. And in this, they become a sign of Hope for others when they ask how these children were brought up with such great values.

But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31

A GENERATION OF PEACE:

With Love and a convicted relationship in Christ, children begin to live for peace. Not just Peace within themselves and Peace within their homes, in their classrooms, in the school yard and with their friends. They will stand up for those who cant stand up to the violent. Also Peace throughout their Land and Peace throughout the World.

A GENERATION OF LEADERS:

As they grow up, no more will they just be bystanders and spectators to the problems of today. They will stand up for Christ and stand up for His people. Because of their Confidence in Christ in them, this generation of Leaders will be bold and courageous in leading His people back to him. Children will grow up not only thinking about what they want for themselves but how they can be useful for Christ.

He chose capable men from all Israel and made them leaders of the people, officials over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens. Exodus 18:25A GENERATION OF SELFLESSNESS:

No more will they want things to impress others or fall to the temptations of the materialism of society but they will learn to live for Christ. They will grow to follow the Lords Will in their lives and choosing careers paths that will be used only to Glorify Him. So in turn helping not just themselves but all people across the world. Especially in the 3rd World and beyond.

even as I try to please everybody in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved. 1 Corinthians 10:33A GENERATION OF MARTYRS:

Their Love of God will be so deep that some may even give their lives for the Cause of Christ. Living not of themselves anymore but for his Glory. Whether they are called to be Priest, Nuns, or Missionaries. Evangelizing and spreading his Love to the ends of the earth.

But those who suffer he delivers in their suffering; he speaks to them in their affliction. Job 36:15V. CONCLUSION

*Ask the participants to close their eyes and imagine themselves again in the times of their Childhood.

But this time, ask them to imagine KFC in their lives, their Schools, their Church and in their family. As well a community like CFC aggressively spreading the Lords message of Love and Hope during their time

*Then get them to ask themselves if that was the case, would this world have been a better place?

The Calling of CFC and specifically for KIDS FOR CHRIST is a special one in bringing Christs love to all. Not just for the CHILDREN of today but also for the world of tomorrow. Jeremiah, Timothy, Daniel, and David are examples of young people the Lord called to make a change. Today, our Lord is doing the same. HE is raising the Davids to LEAD his people into the future. Having Kids for Christ for children now, will only help them bring Christ to their lives as they grow up. KFC will bring Christ to their hearts before they find Him later on.

Talk 2a: Structure and Roles and Responsibilities.

Begin this session with the activity

ACTIVITY: Build the Tower!

Objective: To get participants to build good team work dynamics through building the strongest/tallest tower. This will be done through the limitations given and the need for greater communication.

Explanation:

Split Participants into groups(by cluster) and assign everyone a task:

-Workers(those who do the hands on building)

-Communicators(those who directly tell the workers what they should be doing)

-Thinkers(those who come up with the strategy of building the tower)

*note: ONLY COMMUNICATORS are allowed to talk to workers and thinkers are only allowed to speak with communicators. Workers can not speak at all.

Give out materials and time limits and allow them to work.

Observe teams to see who starts with a prayer, who obeys rules etc. ALSO monitor groups to make sure that they are not breaking rules.

When time is up have each group (Communicators) present each structure then test whose is the strongest.

CONCLUSION

*use the results of the activities in conclusionINTRODUCTION to Talk:

50/50 Split

In order to enhance the ministry of Kids for Christ, the work must become more dynamic and exciting. This will come as a result of the combined efforts of the CFC KFC Couple Coordinator and the YFC KFC Core. It will become a 50/50 split. This will also create a joint accountability for all activities and happenings within the KFC Area. And through sharing skills, ideas, time and talent having the CFC KFC Couple Coordinator and YFC KFC CORE serve together, Kids for Christ is bound for a swift revival.

How?

In planning KFC events within the area, cluster or chapter all service meetings should include the CFC KFC Couple Coordinator and the YFC KFC Core serving. In this all ideas, concerns and plans should be given by both CFC and YFC.

The execution of teachings and activities during the KFC event should lie with the YFC KFC Core, as events tend to thrive more when the Children interact with the Youth.

Structure:

*Explain various structures shown on the power-point.

Roles and Responsibilities:

CFC-KFC Area Coordinator

(SECTOR/CLUSTER LEVEL)ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Overall Head Couple Coordinator for all CFC-KFC Couple Coordinators in the sector.

Sets goals and strategies and oversees all KFC activities in the whole sector based on the National Directions of KFC

Conducts regular service meetings with CFC-KFC Cluster Couple Coordinators, YFC-KFC Cluster Heads, and YFC KFC Area Program Heads.

Conducts Yearly Area CFC KFC Couple Coordinator training.

Conducts planning, evaluation, fellowship and other activities for the area with YFC KFC Area Program Heads.

Supports all YFC Sector, Cluster and Chapter assemblies and activities.

Monitors KFC membership in the Area.

Ensures that all CFC KFC Sector or Cluster Coordinators are attending their respective pastoral households.

Is in constant contact with YFC KFC Area Program Heads and CFC KFC Sector or Cluster Couple Coordinators.

Organizes overall push and registration for KFC area delegates to the Annual National KFC Conference.

Service in the Kids for Christ ministry should be the primary service and where conflicts in schedules or assignments are concerned, KFC service takes priority.

CFC-KFC CLUSTER COUPLE COORDINATOR

(SECTOR/CLUSTER LEVEL)

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sets goals and strategies for KFC activities within the sector or cluster (in coordination with CFC KFC Area Couple Coordinators and YFC KFC Area Program Heads concerned).

Conducts regular service meetings with YFC KFC Cluster Heads and CFC KFC Chapter Coordinators.

Conducts service meetings with YFC CCs and YFC Chapter Heads in the cluster.

Conducts and oversees planning, preparations, attendance, evaluation for assemblies, meetings, teachings and other activities in the cluster level.

Monitors and supports Chapter activities and monitors members attendance.

Attends the CFC Cluster service meeting at least once a month and the CFC Cluster General Assembly or any CFC Chapter General Assembly.

Is in constant contact with respective YFC KFC Cluster Heads and CFC KFC Chapter Couple Coordinators.

Ensures that all CFC KFC Chapter Coordinators are attending their respective pastoral and service households within their CFC Chapters.

Monitors all membership listings within Cluster per Chapter.

Service in the Kids for Christ ministry should be the primary service and where conflicts in schedules or assignments are concerned, KFC service takes priority.

CFC-KFC CHAPTER COUPLE COORDINATOR

(SECTOR/CLUSTER LEVEL)

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A CFC household head which handles a special unit dedicated to KFC and the evangelization of the children of the Couples for Christ.

Attends regular weekly pastoral household as a household member of the CFC Unit Head.

Attends CFC Chapter General Assemblies and promotes all cluster/chapter KFC events to chapter members.

Conducts a regular weekly pastoral household and service meetings with CFC household heads under his household.

Sets goals and strategies for KFC Chapter activities, in coordination with CFC-KFC Cluster Couple Coordinators, and the YFC KFC Cluster Heads concerned.

Conducts and oversees planning, preparations, attendance, evaluation for chapter level KFC activities.

Conducts regular KFC Parent Forums (in coordination with CFC-KFC Cluster Couple Coordinator and CFC-KFC Area Couple Coordinator).

Monitors KFC membership within respective Chapters.

Gathers newly graduated CLP information from respective chapters for purposes of KFC membership tracking.

Is in constant contact with respective CFC KFC Cluster Couple Coordinators and YFC KFC Chapter teams.

Gives full support to all YFC KFC Chapter team members logistically and pastorally.

Service in the Kids for Christ ministry should be the primary service and where conflicts in schedules or assignments are concerned, KFC service takes priority.

CFC-KFC CHAPTER SUPPORT TEAM -COUPLE COORDINATOR

(SECTOR/CLUSTER LEVEL)

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A CFC member which helps and serves the KFC activities within their Chapter, and works directly with their own household that is specifically assigned to the Kids for Christ ministry.

Attends regular weekly pastoral household as a household member of the CFC KFC Chapter Head.