Acts Ch. 9

This chapter of Acts is a defining moment in the spreading of the Gospel. Saul, the persecutor of Christians, goes blind by God's grace to teach Saul a lesson. Saul is then lead by his friends to Damascus. He is blind for 3 days and nights before Ananias comes to pray with him and bring forth the Holy Spirit. Ananias was lead by Jesus in a dream. Saul immediately becomes baptised and starts proclaiming the name of Christ. Christians are scared of him and the Jews wanted to kill him. Saul finds himself in the middle of two worlds. It's a good thing Barnabas is around to help Saul find his way.

1. Why did Saul cry out saying, Who are you, Lord?

2. How do you think the people around Saul felt when they could hear the Lord, but not see the light?

3. Why didn't Saul eat for 3 days and nights?

4. Why do you think Jesus blined Saul?

5. How did Ananias feel about going to see Saul?

6. How would you feel if you had to see a man who wants to kill you for loving Jesus? Who you go?

7. What did Saul do right after he could see?

8. Why would the Jews not like Saul?

9. Why would the Christians not like Saul?

10. Why are some of the most vocal Christians former Saul like people?

11. How can you become an Acts 1:8 kid?

We are having FCA this week 11/19/10

There is a family breakfast this Friday 11/19/10, but this will not stop FCA from meeting. This breakfast is fantastic, but it's not as popular as donuts with dad, or muffins with mom, so we will continue to have FCA. I understand if you can't make it because you will be attending this breakfast. FCA will be meeting in my room this Friday.

Acts Ch 8

It takes 7 chapter, or a long period of time for the apostles to realize that Jesus meant what he said. Acts 1:8 you will be my witness in Jerusalem, in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. It takes Stephan's death to jump start the gospel.
Paul is on the move in this chapter. He ravages the Christian people, placing them in jail. Most of the Christian followers leave town, while the apostles stand their ground.
Philip, one who left Jerusalem, began spreading the Good News in the city of Samaria. He was healing the sick and lame. This had a huge impact on the spreading of the Church.
An Angel of the Lord spoke to Philip. He said to go to Gaza. Philip finds an Ethiopian in need of translation. Philip helps and baptizes him. The Gospel is on the move!!!!!!!

1. Why do you think the Christian people left Jerusalem?
2. Would you have left Jerusalem?
3. If you didn't know Jesus and you saw someone healing the sick and lame, would you join them?
4. Do you think Philip is brave?
5. Can you share your faith like Philip?
6. The Lord speaks to Philip. Will you listen when the Lord calls upon you?
7. What do you think the Ethiopian man did next?
8. How can you become an Acts 1:8 kid?

No FCA on 10/29/10

No FCA because we have no SCHOOL!!!!!! See you next week. We will go over Acts Chapter 8. Things start to really heat up around Jerusalem.

Acts Ch 6 & 7

These chapters are very important part of the early church expansion. In chapter 6 the apostles need help and appoint 7 men to take care of the everyday needs of the people while the apostles continue to teach. They appoint 7 men, but one man stands out, Stephen. In chapter 7 Stephan gets his preaching on. He pretty much walks through the entire Old Testament trying to show the council how the OT points to the Christ. He does a great job, but also upsets everyone and in their anger start to stone Stephan. Stephan in his unreal pain cries out to Christ and asks for the people to not be punished. It's amazing. Great chapter. Just think about Acts 1:8, the apostles haven't gone out to spread the Good News. Now seems like a good time since you buddy just died doing the same thing you will be doing tomorrow. Lets see if they spread the Word to other parts of the earth.

1. Why were the seven chosen?
2. What has happened since the seven were chosen?
3. What is Stephan filled with?
4. What did Stephan preach in chapter 7?
5. Why did they take Stephan out of town to stone him?
6. Do you think Stephan did the right thing?
7. What would you say to Christ if people were stoning you to death?
8. Who was watching the stoning with a smile on his face?
9. How can you be an Acts 1:8 kid?

FCA will be in Room 22 this week 10/22

No FCA this Friday 10/15/10

No FCA this Friday because of Donuts with Dad. Please feel free to review Acts chapter 6 this week. We will pick up on Acts next week. Have a great time at Donuts with Dad. :)

Acts Ch. 5

Acts chapter 5 starts off with a difficult bite, but turns into a great model on how to never quit spreading the word of God. We first meet a few characters that aren't honest with God. One thing is for certain, when you are the first to do something against God....Look out! Later in the chapter the apostles are accused of preaching and are sent to jail again. An angel releases them in the night and the next morning they are preaching the good news. At the end of the chapter the apostles are over joyed because they found themselves worthy to be dishonored in the name of Christ.

1. Why did Ananias and Sapphira die?

2. Why do you think Ananias and Sapphira lie?

3. How would you have felt if you saw these acts in person?

4. Why were the apostles put in jail?

5. What happened in the middle of the night?

6. What was the first thing the apostles did after they broke out of jail?

7. Why do you think the Sadducees were jealous?

8. Have you ever been dishonored because of your faith?

9. How can you become an Acts 1:8 kid?

Acts Ch 4

Acts chapter 4 is full of boldness and courage. Peter and John are arrested. The rulers of the day place them on trial. The rulers try to keep Jesus' apostles from proclaming His name. They all pray for boldness. Everyone begins to share their posessions.
It's a great chapter to remind yourself that non believers are against us and God can take us anywhere.

Questions from Leaders

1. Why did Peter and John get arrested?
2. Who did Peter and John give credit to healing the lame man?
3. How many people came to know Christ after they saw the lame mane healed?
4. Were Peter and John trained? What were they filled with?
5. What power did Peter and John have?
6. What is a cornerstone? Who is the cornerstone they are speaking of?
7. What is the main idea of this chapter?
8. How can we become Acts 1:8 kids?

Acts Ch. 3

This week we will be studying Acts chapter 2. This chapter is an amazing story about a man who has never walked in his life, begging every day for food, or money just to stay alive. Peter and John come across this man on their way to pray. They don't give him food, or money, but they do give him something much better.
Something to remember about this passage is that Peter and John never take credit. They know that it wasn't their power that enabled this man to walk.

1. Who enabled this man to walk?
2. Why did Peter and John heal this man?
3. Why was the crowd filled with awe and amazement?
4. What does Peter do immediately after the people gather?
5. How would you react if someone you knew started walking today.
6. How many people do you think came to Christ that day?
7. With Jesus gone do you think the Apostles are doing a good job?
8. How can you be an Acts 1:8 kid?

Acts Ch. 2

We've been reading Acts chapter 2 over and over this week. We want to be able to discuss all of Acts chapter 2, but we think it would take three weeks or more. We've broken down chapter 2 into two parts kids can understand. First we will read verses 1-4 and then verses 37-47. We hope we have time for it all. 1-4 discusses the coming of the Holy Spirit and 37-47 reveals how to receive the Holy Spirit as well as how the church started to grow. There are other important verses in Acts, but these we feel are the most relevant to children.

1. What did it look/feel like when the Holy Spirit first came?

2. How can you receive the Holy Spirit?

3. What does your church do every week?

4. What did this church do everyday?

5. How can we look like this church?

6. What would Fresno look like if ever church in the valley was an Acts chapter 2 church?

7. How can we be more like Acts 1-1:8 kids?

The new 6th grade leaders met for the first time this year on Monday. Our new leaders are Noah, Jake, Alex, Trent, Tanner, Elijah, Emily, Lauren, and Kelsey. These kids are looking forward to putting in time and effort to make FCA the best this year. They will start reading scripture, analyzing scripture, discussing scripture, coming up with questions for FCA, Reading the passages out loud at FCA, leading children in prayer, planning FCA missions, and inviting and witnessing to other children at Riverview. I'm looking forward to what God will accomplish in them.

Acts Ch. 1

We are reading through the book of Acts this year. All 28 chapters of church history and missionary activity. Because most chapters are long and we only have minutes to read and discuss I will narrow each chapter down to what the leaders and myself feel are most appropriate to young Christians.

In chapter 1, Luke, the author writes the theme to the book. Acts 1:8- But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be My witness in Jerusalem, in all Judea, and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. This theme is key to living a Christian life. We must live like Jesus says and spread the word in Clovis, Fresno, the Central Valley, and all of the world.

For today's lesson we will focus on this verse as well as Jesus ascending into heaven and prayer time with the disciples. We will not focus of the disciples picking the new disciple because Judas is gone. This information is important, but we don't have time to explain everything.

Questions:

1. What is baptism?

2. What is the Holy Spirit? Yea, I know, two knock out punch questions to start!

3. What does Jesus mean when He says it is not for you to know the time?

4. What does Acts 1:8 mean to you?

5. What do you notice happens after they hear this important information from Jesus?

6. What should you do after hearing this important information?

Treats for FCA

If your son or daughter attends FCA on a regular basis please consider bring treats. We have several parents who bring treats on a regular basis which is awesome, but it can get costly. I would appreciate any help with treats. If you can help please e-mail Mrs. Frisby. Her e-mail address is daniellefrisby@gmail.com

Thanks a ton for your help. This year is going to be great. BTW we are reading through the book of Acts this year. Should be exciting!!!

FCA starts September 3rd

Hope to see everyone next Friday at 7:30 in room 22. Hope everyone had a great summer and I'll see you next Friday.

Summer Fun

I hope everyone is having a fantastic summer. I've been reading my Bible everyday, well not an adult Bible, a kid Bible for Jett. He loves to say Oooooowweeoooooowweee when he sees Jesus. Continue to have a great summer.

Car Wash For Christ was a huge success!!!!!!

We washed cars, trucks, bikes, and even a dog. It was a fantastic event. Thank you to everyone who came to support the cause. Here are some pics from the event.

Matthew Chapter 27 and Car Wash For Christ

Today we read Matthew chapter 27. It is a sad chapter, but a very necessary chapter. Jesus dies for our sins. He is the ultimate atonement for our sins. This is the single most important event in history.
Next week we will read about Jesus' Resurrection. We will celebrate the conclusion of Matthew and the end of the FCA school year. Thank you so much for a wonderful year. I hope you grew closer to God through the book of Matthew.
This Saturday is FCA's Car Wash For Christ. It will held at Riverview's parking lot from 9:00 - 12:00. All you need to bring is Towels, Towels, and more Towels. I have everything else. All donations go to families in need in our community.

Yosemite Trip was a BLAST!!!!

We had a great time enjoying God's beautiful creation on an outstanding warm, clear, blue day. Everyone had a great time hiking and experiencing the great outdoors. We all need to thank our fearless leader Luke for leading the way to the top of Mist Trail.

Yosemite Trip

Last Friday was awesome. Lorne Bell was a tremendous speaker. He did a great job and the kids loved him. We will be cheering for Lorne throughout his career.

The trip to Yosemite is still on. Yes it is raining, but it's not snowing near the bottom half of Yosemite. Mist Trails has already seen tons of hikers this season. It's one of the few trails opened in the valley. The weather report on Saturday says NO RAIN and a HIGH of 72. It should be a fun trip.

Please call me or Mrs. Frisby if you plan on coming. Thanks.

Fresno State Athlete Coming to FCA

Lorne Bell, the starting defensive back for Fresno State is coming this Friday to speak at FCA. He's going to share his testimony and what it's like being a Christian in a division #1 sport. Get ready for a great time this Friday. Be ready to ask questions.