Saturday, February 14, 2009

February JAM Kids - Journey to MEXICO

As we "Journey With Jesus" to different parts of the world this year, we are learning about the people and culture of other countries. In February, the JAM Kids were in Mexico. Our scripture focus for the evening was from Romans 12:10. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.


Sloane and Emily make "paper people" when they arrive.


Allison helps Zachary read from "Pyramids and Pig Tails."


Millie shared some Mexican children's stories with Nathan and Madeline.


Erica greeted the children in Spanish and helped them to learn some Spanish words.


Mary learned that her Spanish name would be "Maria."


Erica spent a month in Mexico and showed us some of the things that she brought back to Iowa with her. The beautiful cloths were made by her "host mother" and are used to keep the tortillas warm.


When we went downstairs for supper, guess what we had? Tacos!


Good things were wrapped up in the tortillas.


Grant enjoys his dinner.


Emily takes a bite.


It was Allison's 10th birthday, and we sang "Feliz Cumpleanos" to her.


Gym Time! We had some great running games.


Now which way should Molly run?


What a good group!
After playing in the gym, we all made Valentines before campfire.


Singing with Lisa is a great way to end the evening! Lots of parents enjoy singing, too.