BGMC MARCH MISSIONS MADNESS!!!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

Every Sunday for the month of March we will be counting all Sunday offerings toward our BGMC goal of $3000.00 by June 1st!  We are only half way to this goal!

EVERY WEEK kids will receive J.uN.K. bonds for the Jesus' Names Kids Store EQUAL to the number of DOLLARS brought in their Buddy Barrels rounded down! This will be for the month of March only, starting THIS Sunday and will only count for $ brought IN a Buddy Barrel. (If they don't have a Buddy Barrel, they will need to get one from us this Sunday.) Note: These store bucks are in addition to the regularly earned bucks.

Don't Take the Bait

Be careful when your children bait you and try to draw you into a fight. If you’re easily sucked into an argument with your child, it may be an indication that you need to do some work on your own anger.

It's amazing that children are smart enough to find those buttons that will set us off, but what's more amazing is that parents take the bait. A child may say, "You never let me have a snack," and the parent all of a sudden is ready to fight. Or the child says, "Dad wouldn't do it this way," or "I don't want to go to school," and Mom goes into a tirade. Children know what it is that gets us. If you find those opportunities irresistible then you need to step back and deal with your own anger.

Now, don't get us wrong. Children who engage in manipulations like that need to be disciplined, but they don't need anger. There's a difference. Your anger points out a problem. That's what anger is good for. It tells you something is wrong. But anger isn't good for solving problems.

When you're tempted to get drawn into an argument, step back and evaluate the situation. Maybe it's time to change the buttons. Often, your children need limits placed on the way they're relating. Be careful to respond to your kids with appropriate discipline instead of reacting in a way that joins into their foolish arguments.

This parenting tip comes from the book, Good and Angry: Exchanging Frustration for Character in You and Your Kids, by Dr. Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller, RN, BSN.

VALENTINE THEME NIGHT

It’s our annual Valentine’s Theme Night which means it’s all about reds and whites and yes, boys, even pinks! 
Don’t forget hearts and cupids and all those cute little stuffed bears with the I Love You pillows and of course, VALENTINES to give to your friends! 

See you tomorrow night at 6:15pm!

10 Tips to Better Family Time - All Pro Dads

1.     Eat Together & Listen to Each Other - Sharing a meal together allows the opportunity to talk about each other’s lives. This is

a time for parents to listen, as well as to give advice and encouragement. Attentive listening conveys a message that a person is really

interested in another. It also imparts a sense of worth and helps develop trust.

2.     Read Often - The latest research indicates that reading to your children cultivates an interest for knowledge and stimulates language

development. It also increases their attention spans and helps them become more curious. After reading, ask questions about the content.

3.     Do Chores Together - Part of what goes on in the home is the development of teamwork. Functional family life depends on the

contribution of everyone. Assigning chores is the most productive way of teaching responsibility and accountability to your children.

4.     Help With Schoolwork - Helping should begin with an understanding that children are responsible for homework. Parents

are there to help their child get organized and to encourage them when they get stuck. Regular trips to the library for school

projects are an inexpensive and enjoyable way to spend time with children.

5.     Start a Hobby or Project Choose an activity that interests your child. Cooking, crafts, fishing, or biking will make great

hobbies that can open the door to exciting family time. Once a child learns a new recipe or is able to cast a lure accurately, let him

or her take the lead with supervision.

6.     Play Games - Many children spend long hours in front of the TV playing computer programs. Find creative ways to spark an

interest in family-oriented contests such as board games or card games. This will give you additional time to talk and nurture your

relationship.

77.     Plan a Family Outing - Sometimes getting out of the house is important. Hop in the family car and go for a drive. Prepare a

picnic lunch and visit a local park. Take time to play catch or ride a bike. A stroll in the woods will help parents interact with their

children. Also, a visit to the zoo or museum will spark a child’s enthusiasm and lead to lengthy discussions.

8.     Encourage Athletic Activities - Sports not only strengthen the body, but also build character and determination. Whether it’s a

father pitching a baseball to a son or a mother and daughter nature walking, finding time for athletic events is important for a child’s

emotional and physical development.

9.     Create a Family Time Calendar - Since many parents have hectic schedules, time with children often becomes a low

priority whether intended or not. Post a calendar on the refrigerator and have parents and children pencil in special events. Knowing

when you’re going to meet may also help you think of creative activities. Commit to keeping this schedule free from interruptions.

10.   Pray Together & Attend a House of Worship - Nothing is more special than taking a few minutes each day to pray

with a child before bedtime. By explaining the purpose behind prayer, children will learn the importance of faith as the

foundation for the family. Also, when parents go to religious services, they instill in their children a reverence for God. Churches

also offer invaluable support to families.