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This month's topics:
WHAT’S NEW:
Faith that Lasts - Fostering Lifelong Faith in Kids
Important Update: Sunday School Lesson Format
Religious Instruction New Lessons Training
3Q Faith Arc Learning Circle Registration
REMINDERS:
NAC Safety Protocols
Youth Retreat Package - Youth Travel Permission Form
Summer Session Ideas 2025
Welcome Teachers and Leaders - Training Site
Teachers and Leaders…
Your quiet faithfulness does not go unnoticed. Week after week, you plant seeds of truth, hope, and love in young hearts—often without seeing the harvest. But be encouraged: “God is not unjust; He will not forget your work and the love you have shown Him as you have helped His people” (Hebrews 6:10).
Thank you for showing up, for listening, for guiding, and for being vessels of Christ’s love. You are making an eternal difference.
Faith That Lasts - Fostering Lifelong Faith in Kids
What can you do now to help children grow a lifelong friendship with Jesus? And what can you do when they don’t? Read on to discover 10 things you can do to help grown-up kids always remember Jesus’ love for them—no matter what.
IMPORTANT UPDATE - Sunday School Lesson Format
Beginning this fall, Sunday School lessons for teachers will have a simpler design, but rest assured…the content, sequence, and resources within each lesson will remain the same. This change is being made in response to feedback from teachers across the country who have asked for lessons to be posted earlier in the month.
The new format will allow us to streamline the production process, which means:
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Lessons will be posted to the website and app sooner
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Updates or changes to lessons can be made in real time
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Everything teachers need, PowerPoint slides, printables, Spotify playlists, and linked Bible verses will be accessible in the lessons as before
Though the layout will look simpler, the functionality and ease of use will be improved, making it even easier for teachers to plan and prepare. In addition to the new layout, each lesson will now include more options tailored specifically for early elementary children (PreK-2nd grade) and late elementary children (3rd-5th grade). The Take Home page for parents will stay the same and keep its current look and design.
To preview the updates and learn more, we invite you to join our virtual training on Tuesday, August 26 at 7:30 p.m. Central Time.
Thank you for all you do to nurture the formation of faith in our children!
Religious Instruction New Lessons Training
We’re excited to announce that the Religious Instruction curriculum for 6th and 7th graders has been completely refreshed and updated! This fall, we’ll launch a brand-new two-year scope and sequence, along with engaging new lessons designed to support meaningful faith development at this important age.
If you teach Religious Instruction, we invite you to attend one of our upcoming online training sessions on July 22, 24, or 26. These sessions will walk you through the updates and help you prepare for the new year.
Click the link below to register for the session that works best for you.
We look forward to learning and growing together!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TRAINING
3Q Learning Circle - August 19, 2025
Come join this collaborative space for teachers and leaders where we will learn, problem-solve, and celebrate together. This month’s training video will be on "Developing the Voices Your Kids Need". If you would like to submit a challenge you're facing in your congregation for group problem-solving, or would like to share a success story, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Come learn, share, and celebrate with us!
NAC USA Safety Protocols
Teachers and leaders must complete their NAC USA Safety Protocols for the 2025–2026 learning year in order to begin or continue working with children or youth. We sincerely appreciate your attention to this important matter and your continued care for the safety and well-being of the children and youth in your congregation. Please contact Melissa Giles This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you need to complete your safety protocols. Contact Janie Metzger with any questions or concerns This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Youth Retreat Package - Youth Travel Permission Form
The approved package of material (artwork, large group content, small group content, and DSG) is now available for download at this link. All youth should have an NAC USA Travel Permission Form completed when traveling without parents/guardians. CLICK HERE for the form.
Summer Session Ideas
During the summer, congregations have the flexibility to adjust their schedules. While the structured spiritual education provided in these programs is invaluable, the summer break allows everyone to recharge, explore new experiences, and deepen their faith in more relaxed settings.
Teachers and Leaders Training Site
The 2025-2026 new learning year will be here soon! To help you prepare, a training site is available with self-paced online courses, articles, and guides to support and equip you for your role in youth or children's ministry. The training site can be accessed using the following link:
CLICK HERE FOR THE TRAINING SITE
With love and joy,
The Faith Arc Team