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DECEMBER 2009 THE MAKING OF A CHRISTMAS STORY 12.02 - THE SHEPHERDS AND WISEMEN // MARY AND JOSEPH SELF-ESTEEM FOR YOUR CHILD
Coach McKay was saying, in effect, that John's football talent is recognized and appreciated, but his human worth does not depend on his ability to play football. Thus, his son would not lose respect if the next season brought failure and disappointment. John's place in his dad's heart was secure, independent of his performance. I wish every child could say the same. To the contrary, human worth in our society is carefully reserved for those who meet certain rigid specifications. The beautiful people are born with it; those who are highly intelligent are likely to find approval; superstar athletes are usually respected. But no one is considered valuable just because he or she is! Social acceptability is awarded rather carefully, making certain to exclude those who are unqualified. Believe it or not, a 5-year-old is capable of "feeling" his or her own lack of worth in this system. Most of our little ones have observed very early that some people are valuable and some aren't; they also know when they are one of the losers! In many ways, we parents inadvertently teach this system to them, beginning in infancy to place a price tag on human worth. The result is widespread inferiority and inadequacy — which has probably included you and me in its toll.
EVENTS Christmas is approaching fast and this year good Ole’ Saint Joe is putting a little something extra in our stockings. On December 16, twentyfourseven is heating up for Christmas and you are invited our party, Holiday Heat. Complete with candy canes (enriched with holiday vitamins), holiday treats (made by our staff), our special 20o9 highlights video, the premiere of Santa's angels and a chance to win a $100 shopping spree - this is one Christmas event you will not want to miss. Every month 24.7 hosts several exciting events. Here are a few that are right around the corner. Visit www.theofficial247.com for more details.
JV. 6th - 8th GradesFoundations: The Life of Christ Jesus is the central focus and figure of the Bible. The Bible predicts His coming thousands of years before His birth, tells of His life and ministry, recounts His death, details His burial, announces His triumphant resurrection, and shows the remarkable changes in the lives of His followers. Knowing Jesus is the beginning and the end of the Christian faith. Through this yearlong study, your students will come face to face with Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Covering topics like self-esteem, relationships, dating, time management, addictions, and money. Sunday Morning @ 10:30 AM VARSITY. 9th - 12th GradesLive: Groundwork The Book of Luke is one of four New Testament accounts of the life of Jesus, called the Gospels. It is one of three, along with Matthew and Mark, that share similar accounts from different points of view. The Gospel of Luke presents a very personal and human look at Jesus' life and relationships, while recounting events from his public ministry. Sunday Nights @ 6:00 PM BOOK OF THE MONTH: THE HURTING PARENT
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John McKay, the great football coach of the University of Southern California and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was being interviewed on television when the subject of his son's athletic talent was raised. That year John McKay Jr. was a successful player on his dad's college team. Coach McKay was asked to comment on the pride he must feel over his son's accomplishments on the field. His answer was most impressive: "Yes, I'm pleased that John had a good season last year. He does a fine job and I am proud of him. But I would be just as proud if he had never played the game at all."
The Hurting Parent is for parents, and also for friends of prodigal sons and daughters everywhere. Margie Lewis encourages hurting parents by helping them understand their reactions and by providing them with survival strategies tested in the experiences of other parents who have known their pain.