Children’s Ministry Newsletter December 2025
Hello Heritage KIDS and Families!
December is here, and we couldn’t be more thrilled for the season ahead! Our church family is gearing up for a month overflowing with music, celebration, laughter, and the true joy of Christmas. From sipping cocoa and singing carols to welcoming hundreds of neighbors at our Drive Thru Nativity, from festive children’s gatherings to powerful worship services, every week is packed with opportunities to experience the wonder of Jesus’ birth together. We can’t wait to celebrate with you and share in all the excitement, warmth, and blessings this beautiful season brings!
Skate Night - Returns January 9th, 2026
Upcoming Events
December 7th- Cocoa & Carols- Fellowship Hall- 9am
December 7th- The Sounds of the Season Service- 10am- ONLY Nursery open
December 11th-12th- Drive Thru Nativity- 6:30-8:30 pm
**December 14th- Communion Sunday- 9am and 11am
December 19th- Children’s Ministry Christmas Party (Parent’s Night Out)- 5-8pm
December 21st- The Longest Night Service- 7pm
December 28th- Combined Service- 10am- ONLY Nursery open
January 4th- Covenant Renewal Service- 9am and 11am
January 9th- Skate Night- 6-8pm- Heritage Parking Lot
**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.
Christmas Eve Service Details
Christmas Eve Family and Modern Service- 5pm
Christmas Eve Traditional Service- 7:30pm
Christmas Eve Traditional Communion Service- 11pm
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All Women Are Welcome!
Join the Women’s Ministry at Heritage for a series of upcoming gatherings where we’ll enjoy fellowship, encouragement, and growing together in faith. Whether it’s Sunday morning connection time or a fun evening of games and celebration, these events are a wonderful way to build community and deepen your walk with Christ.
Wednesday- Dec. 17th- 6:30pm- Christmas Party
Sunday- Jan. 18th- 10:10am- Fellowship Hall
Monday- Feb. 2nd- 6:30pm- Bunco Party
Sunday- Mar. 8th- 10:10am- Fellowship Hall
Wednesday- Apr. 8th- 6:30pm- Potluck Dinner
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RSVP Soon!
Heritage KIDS is excited to present our Kids’ Christmas Party: Parent Night Out Edition!
Children 3 years old–5th grade are invited to join us December 19 at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for an evening full of games, crafts, cookies, a Christmas movie, and plenty of holiday cheer as we celebrate the birth of Jesus!
Come cozy in your favorite Christmas jammies and enjoy dinner and hot cocoa with friends.
Cost: $20 per child
RSVP by December 17 — space is limited to 45 kids, so reserve your spot soon! -
Drive-Thru Nativity
December 11 - 12, 2025 @6:30-8:30
Drive Thru Nativity is right around the corner. This is our largest community event and we anticipate approximately 600 cars to visit us in Bethlehem.
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Help Us Strengthen Heritage Children’s Ministry
At Heritage, we want every child to experience a safe, welcoming, and faith-filled environment where they can grow in their relationship with God and others. To help us continue improving our ministry for current and future families, we’re inviting parents to share their feedback through a short, confidential survey.
Your responses will help us understand what’s working well and where we can better support your children, our volunteers, and our families.
Thank you for taking a few minutes to help us make Heritage Children’s Ministry the very best it can be.
Families, if you know a college student who would be interested in joining us this summer please feel free to share!
Sunday Morning Programing
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Elementary Heritage KIDS Curriculum
SERIES DESCRIPTION
The most exciting thing about Christmas is that we celebrate the birth of Jesus! Jesus’ birth is part of God’s plan to restore what was broken.
CORE QUESTION
Why is Jesus so important in God’s story?
CORE INSIGHT
God’s Creation / Design
MEMORY VERSE
“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you. He is the Messiah, the Lord.” (Luke 2:11, NIrV)
Week One: Jesus Is Promised (Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2)
Bottom Line: Jesus is good news for everyone.
Week Two: Gabriel Visits Mary (Luke 1:5-66)
Bottom Line: God always had a plan to send Jesus.
Week Three: Jesus Is Born (Luke 2:1-20)
Bottom Line: Jesus is the greatest gift.
Week Four: The Wise Men Visit Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12)
Bottom Line: Celebrate Jesus all year long.
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Heritage Little KIDS Curriculum (Nursery and Preschool)
SERIES OVERVIEW
What is the best gift you have ever given someone? What did it cost you? Time? Money? Maybe going without something you wanted or even needed? The best gifts are the ones that require sacrifice on the part of the giver. That’s what makes Jesus the most incredible gift. God gave us His Son, Jesus.
KEY QUESTION
How do we know God loves us?
BOTTOM LINE
God gave us Jesus.
MEMORY VERSE
“God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son.” (John 3:16 GNT)
Week One: The Angel and Mary (Luke 1:26-33, 38)
Week Two: Jesus is Born* (Luke 2:1-7)
Week Three: The Shepherds (Luke 2:8-20)
Week Four: The Wise Men (Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11)