Children’s Ministry Newsletter July 2026
Hello Heritage KIDS and Families!
As we welcome July, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude for all that God is doing through the ministries of Heritage Church! We recently celebrated the completion of two wonderful sessions of Camp Heritage, where children spent their days making new friends, growing in their faith, and celebrating the love of Jesus together. We are incredibly thankful for every volunteer, staff member, and family who made this summer such a blessing. The excitement continues as we prepare to welcome nearly 170 children for Vacation Bible School, where they will discover God's love through engaging Bible lessons, worship, games, crafts, and meaningful friendships.
This month, our Heritage Kids and Heritage Little Kids will begin an exciting new series all about God's Kingdom. As children journey through the parables of Jesus, they will learn that God's kingdom grows when we hear and obey His Word, faithfully use the gifts He has given us, forgive others, and pray without giving up. Together, they'll discover that even the smallest acts of faith can have an eternal impact as God works through them to share His love with the world.
We hope you'll join us for our special VBS Sunday Combined Service on July 19 at 10:00 a.m. as our entire church family celebrates an incredible week of ministry and rejoices in all God has done in the lives of our VBS children and volunteers. Player registration for our Family Par-Tee Topgolf Fundraiser also opens on VBS Sunday! Be sure to secure your team's spot early while helping support the Children's Ministry programs that make Camp Heritage, Vacation Bible School, Sunday programming, and so many other Christ-centered opportunities possible for the children and families in our church and throughout our community. Thank you for partnering with us as we continue investing in the next generation and sharing the love of Christ all year long.
Upcoming Events
**July 5th- Communion Sunday- 9am and 11am Services
July 6th- Church Office Closed-
July 12th- VBS Set-Up Day- 12:30pm SFH
July 13th-17th- VBS- 9am to 12:30pm
July 19th- VBS Sunday Combined Service- 10am
July 19th- NO CHILDCARE due to VBS Sunday
**August 2nd- Communion Sunday- 9am and 11am Services
August 16th- Back to School Sunday Combined Service 10am- NO CHILDCARE
**Elementary children are asked to worship with their families, then after the children's message and communion parents will bring their children to their small group space. Younger children are welcome to attend service to receive communion with their families or they may attend Nursery as normal. Please see the Communion Schedule list below for more information.
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We're excited to kick off our 3rd Annual Family Par-Tee Topgolf Fundraiser! Gather your family and friends for a fun-filled event that supports Heritage Children's Ministry and helps make camps, special events, and year-round opportunities for children to grow in their faith and experience the love of Jesus possible. Register early to reserve your spot—we can't wait to see you there!
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Please Join Us
Everyone is invited to celebrate an incredible week of Vacation Bible School during our 10:00 a.m. combined worship service on Sunday July 19th! Come worship with our VBS families as we rejoice in all God has done through the lives of our children, volunteers, and church family.
Please note: There will be no childcare during this service, as we encourage all children to join us in worship and be part of celebrating an amazing week of VBS.
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Save the Date- Back to School Sunday
August 16th- 10am
Join us as we kick off a new school year with a special Back to School Sunday celebration! We invite all families to gather for one combined worship service at 10:00 a.m. as we celebrate and pray over our students—from preschool through high school—as they begin a new year of learning and growth. Be encouraged as our Youth Group students share powerful testimonies of God's faithfulness, and enjoy a service led by our children and students as they use their gifts to worship, serve, and boldly share their love for Jesus. We look forward to celebrating the next generation with our entire church family as we commission them for the school year ahead!
Sunday Morning Programing
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Heritage Little KIDS Curriculum
SERIES OVERVIEW
The quest for God’s kingdom begins with Jesus. Jesus told stories about God’s kingdom because He wants people to know that God loves them and that God wants good things for them. When we choose to follow Jesus, we are given the amazing mission of helping to grow God’s kingdom through the power of the Holy Spirit. But God’s kingdom isn’t a place we have to travel to. God’s kingdom is everywhere God’s people are. Seeking God’s kingdom and inviting others to be a part of it is more valuable than anything else that we can ever own or achieve or be. God has invited us on the amazing adventure of partnering with Him to bring the kingdom now, where we live, until the time when God makes everything right and brings the kingdom fully.
KEY QUESTION
Who teaches me about God’s kingdom?
BOTTOM LINE Jesus teaches me about God’s kingdom.
MEMORY VERSE “Put God’s kingdom first” (Matthew 6:33 NIV).
Week One: The Story of the Farmer (Matthew 13:1-23)
Week Two: The Parable of the Bags of Gold (Matthew 25:14-30 (NIV))
Week Three: The Servant Who Had No Mercy (Matthew 18:21-35)
Week Four: The Story of the Widow Who Would Not Give Up (Luke 18:1-8)
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Heritage KIDS Curriculum
SERIES DESCRIPTION
The quest for God’s kingdom begins with knowing the King, Jesus. When we choose to follow Jesus and learn to know Him more, we are given the amazing mission of helping to grow God’s kingdom through the power of the Holy Spirit. It can start with the smallest thing—one choice, a kind word, an offer of help—and grow into something far bigger and more amazing than we can imagine. But seeking God’s kingdom and inviting others to be a part of it is more valuable than anything else that we can ever own or achieve or be. God has invited us on the amazing adventure of partnering with Him to bring the kingdom now, where we live, until the time when God makes everything right and brings the kingdom fully.
CORE QUESTION
What does it look like to live and grow in God’s kingdom?
CORE INSIGHT
God’s Character/ Compassion
MEMORY VERSE
God’s kingdom is not about eating or drinking. It is about doing what is right and having peace and joy. All this comes through the Holy Spirit. (Romans 14:17)
Week One: The Story of the Farmer (Matthew 13:1-23)
Bottom Line: God’s kingdom grows when you hear and do what He says.
Week Two: The Parable of the Bags of Gold (Matthew 25:14-30 (NIV))
Bottom Line: God’s kingdom grows when you use what He’s given you.
Week Three: The Servant Who Had No Mercy (Matthew 18:21-35)
Bottom Line: God’s kingdom grows when you forgive.
Week Four: The Story of the Widow Who Would Not Give Up (Luke 18:1-8)
Bottom Line: God’s kingdom grows when you pray and don’t give up.