Jesus said, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel…"  Some people wonder if kids can really accomplish this task or if they should wait until they are older to begin doing what Jesus asked us to do. However, I believe that when Jesus  said this, he meant it for all believers–that includes kids. 

We have a great group of very talented and eager kids.  Every week  at our Kid’s In Training class (KIT Team) on Sunday night they are taught about evangelism.  They are being trained in drama, puppets, worship and in sharing their personal testimony.  They are also being trained to pray, read their Bibles and journal in a daily quiet time with the Lord.  Statistics tell us that kids who have this type of training and are able use their gifts and talents for the Lord in ministry tend to stay strong and vital in their Christian walk. They also tend to stay plugged into their church.  As a Children’s Pastor, this is one of my highest goals for the children I serve.

We are very excited to announce that in May we are taking our Kids In Training (KIT) Team on a mission’s trip.  We will be going to Valdez, Alaska, to partner with Pastors’ Carl and Lucia Hedman to conduct a children’s outreach for the children of Valdez .  This will give us an opportunity to put into practice all that we have been learning and we pray that many children will come to Lord as a result.  Please pray for our KIT team and our leaders as we get ready to "Go into all the world and preach the Gospel…"

Racing fans get ready!  It’s pinewood derby time again.  The kits are available here at MCA for just $6 (this covers registration for the MCA event and your car kit).   Commander Chuck Niemann has them and they can be picked up here on Wed. night or on Sunday.  This is a great project for kids and their dads or moms.  Commander Chuck has also informed me that if you need help cutting your car out he has all the equipment needed to do just that.  Please contact him if you need help (chuxn@alaska.net or call 330-2108).

One of the questions that is frequently asked is:  Can girls be a part of the pinewood derby also?  YES!   It is not exclusively for Royal Rangers.  So, you go girls and pick up your kit today Let’s get creative and get those cars ready for speed!

The MCA race will be held on Friday evening, March 6th, with registration at 6:00 pm. and racing at 7:00 pm.  On Saturday, March 7th, the Alaska District race will be held with registration starting at 9:00 am and races beginning at 10:00 am.  On Saturday there is an additional $6 registration fee to participate in the race.  If you have any questions you can call 330-2108 or email me at pamhodges@mcaonline.org.

Hey guys Winter Escape is just around the corner.  We’re really excited because this we’ve add a new element to our event, Alyeska.  That’s right, we’re going snow boarding! You can download the WE registration form and all the event information at www.akyouthministries.com.

When:  March 20-22nd

Where:  Little Beaver Camp & Alyeska

Cost:  $70.00 (Does not include Lift ticket & Equipment Rental)

Speaker:  Mark Zweifel | Alaska District Youth Director

Contact Billy at:  907.382.9976  |   billywelch@mcaonline.org

Most people love dogs, especially children.  Dogs are fun to watch and have many different characteristics, some good and some bad.  In KidZone we have been studying relationships and dogs.  What do those two subjects have to do with each other?  In this fun study, we are learning about certain breeds of dogs who have characteristics that demonstrate the relationship skill we are studying. For example, patience.  The Great Dane is one of the most patient breeds of dog often playing with puppies and kittens who are much smaller in size.  We learned that we must be patient with others and even sometimes "Put on muzzle on it" when we are tempted to say something we shouldn’t.         

1 Corinthians 13 has our guideline for the way we should relate to each other–in love.  We all need help getting along with the people in our lives whether family or friends or strangers.  We are memorizing 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 to help us always remember the way we should treat people.

We are having so much fun each week with special appearances by our cast of exciting characters, DC, our loveable dogcatcher, Dr. Shotts,  veteranarian extraordinnaire, Francine the Dog Groomer and our loveable new puppet, Muttley.  I would like to invite your children to come each week.  We have services at 9:15 am and 11:15 pm.  Come and join the fun!

It’s Super Bowl Sub time!  The subs will be assembled on Saturday morning and can be picked up on Saturday from 3:00 to 5:00 pm.  All the proceeds of the Super Bowl Sub Sales goes to the Children’s Mission’s Fund to be used for an upcoming missions trip.  We want to thank everyone who purchased subs in support of our kids.  Enjoy!