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This month's topics:
Youth Retreat Package
Rethinking Faith Formation
Important Reminder: NAC USA Safety Protocol Renewal
2Q Faith Arc Learning Circle
Facebook Group & Pinterest
Youth Retreat Package
In support of the Chief Apostle’s international theme for 2025, “It’s time to do good!” this
year’s youth retreat content is designed around serving and doing good. Various Bible verses
are used throughout the content, with the Divine Service Guide being based on Ephesians 2:10,
“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared
beforehand that we should walk in them.”
The approved package of material (artwork, large group content, small group content, and DSG) is now available for download at this link.
Rethinking Faith Formation: Beyond Programs and Toward Presence
In today’s world, belief in God is no longer assumed—it’s a choice, often one among many…Too often, churches respond to this cultural shift by turning to programs, trends, and technology. We work hard to make things fun, modern, and youthful, hoping that excitement will translate to lasting faith. But we are challenged to ask ourselves: Are we forming faith, or just hosting events?
Important Reminder: NAC USA Safety Protocol Renewal
All Sunday School and Religious Instruction teachers, assistants, and Youth Leaders must complete or renew their NAC USA Safety Protocols by May 31 to continue serving in these roles. An email with instructions for completing the three required steps was sent mid-April to all individuals listed in the Children’s Leader or Youth Leader Committees in NACStat. Please note:
- Safety protocols must be renewed annually.
- All volunteers working with children and youth must have current safety protocols completed and on file.
- CLICK HERE for FAQs on Background Checks
The safety and well-being of our children, youth, and volunteers is very important. If you have any questions about the process, please contact Janie Metzger at Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo..
Thank you for your commitment to creating a safe and nurturing environment!
2Q Learning Circle - Tuesday May 13, 2025, 6-8pm CST
Come join this collaborative space for teachers and leaders where we will learn, problem-solve, and celebrate together. This quarter's learning segment of the Circle will be about "Forgiveness and Reconciliation". We'll watch a short training video together, and then discuss how we can help children understand what it means to apologize sincerely, ask for forgiveness, and work toward restoring relationships. Challenges and Celebrations can be submitted for group problem-solving and sharing via the links on the registration page or by emailing them directly to Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo.. Space is limited so register soon. Registration ends when capacity is reached. We look forward to seeing you!
Register at the link below:
Facebook Group
Join the NAC USA Sunday School Facebook Group. For security purposes, the link below will expire in 2 days or once 20 people have clicked on it.
https://fb.me/g/7DrT4bck9/GbIpwkKv
Pinterest Board
Visit the NAC USA Pinterest Board for classroom ideas and inspiration!
With love and joy,
The Faith Arc Team