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What's Poppin' in RESkids? | October 2026

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:01:53 GMT

🍂 Fall Fair, Beginner's Bible for Toddlers!

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WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS?

OCTOBER 2026

On Sunday, October 25th, RESkids (ages Birth to 5th Grade) is hosting the Annual Fall Fair during the programming hour. Students are encouraged to dress in non-scary costume, participate in fun, fall-inspired activities, collect treats, and learn a simple gospel message. Click below to find out more information about serving, donating candies, trinkets, and snacks.

DONATION & SERVE SIGN-UP 🍂

The Beginner's Bible makes it easy to open up simple, gospel-centered conversations with your toddler through familiar Bible stories and colorful illustrations. As your read together, you're helping your little one begin to know God and hear the good news about Jesus

🔗 BIBLE LINK

Kids will learn that God is always in control and has a plan to save His people. They’ll see how God protected His people when Haman tried to hurt them, how Nehemiah helped rebuild Jerusalem’s walls, and how Ezra taught the people to follow God’s Word. They’ll also learn from Malachi about God’s love, turning away from sin, and the coming Messiah. Most importantly, kids will discover that God had a plan from the very beginning to save us from sin through Jesus’ death on the cross.

This month's verse: "But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. If you believe this, you will have life because you belong to him." John 20:31

What's Poppin' in RESkids? | September 2026

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:21:28 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS?

SEPTEMBER 2026

All campuses are invited to Helping Kids Listen with guest speaker, Melissa Schulz. Discover practical strategies and biblical wisdom to parent with confidence, patience, and grace. Invite a friend and join us for this encouraging time together!

As the school year begins, we encourage our 1st-5th Grade RESkiddos to build a rhythm of reading God's Word at home. We recommend the NIrV Adventure Bible for Early Readers, to read at home and bring with them each Sunday!

🔗 BIBLE LINK HERE

This month, kids will learn that God keeps His promises and gives us hope. They’ll explore how God spoke through Daniel and Zechariah about the future, brought His people home after 70 years of exile, and helped them rebuild the temple. Most importantly, they’ll learn that God planned from the beginning to send the Messiah.

“At that time they will say, ‘Surely he is our God. We trusted in him, and he saved us. He is the Lord. We trusted in him. Let us be joyful and glad because he saved us.’” Isaiah 25:9

Has RESkids been a blessing to your family? Want to get involved?

There's a place for you! Whether it's holding babies to helping with setup, cleanup or admin support. Every little thing helps our kids feel seen, known, and loved.

Click the link below to learn more.

🌱 SERVE IN RESKIDS

👉 FAMILY WORKSHOP

CHILD DEDICATION CLASS 📝

˗ˏˋ 💛 FALL FAIR ˎˊ˗

What's Poppin' in RESkids? | August 2026

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:01:42 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS?

AUGUST 2026

One of the greatest ways to teach our kids to follow Jesus is by serving alongside them. Join us on Saturday, August 8th, for For the City as we love schools and families across the Bay. Your family has the opportunity to serve with compassion, love your neighbors, and show your kids what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Fremont at Cabrillo Elementary School

Hayward at Hayward Unified School District

Milpitas at Spangler Elementary School

Oakland at Elmhurst United Middle School

As summer begins to wind down and many families prepare for the new school year, we're reminded that some of the most meaningful discipleship happen in everyday life. Paul David Tripp in Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles reminds parents that God has entrusted them with the privilege of pointing their children to Jesus, one conversation, one prayer, and one moment at a time. It's a joy to partner with your family as we encourage the next generation to know, love, and follow Christ.

This month, kids will learn that even though God's people were far from home, they were never far from God. Through the stories of Daniel and his friends, they'll discover that God is always faithful and learn the answer to our Big Picture Question: How can we glorify God? We can glorify God by loving Him and obeying Him.

"So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."

1 Corinthians 10:31

🎵 RESkids Playlist 🎵

What's Poppin' in RESkids? | July 2026

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:01:49 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS?

JULY 2026

Here's what's happening in RESkids!

Across all campuses, RESkids Camp brought together 289 kids and 171 serve staff for an unforgettable week exploring what it means to Seek First the Kingdom. Through worship, Bible teaching, serving others, and leading their peers, kids learned to put Jesus first, with 100% saying they learned something new about Him. We celebrated the week with more than 500 campers, families, and volunteers at our Pizza Picnic! Jam out to all the songs from camp and watch the recap video with your kids below!

RESkids Camp playlist

On Saturday, August 8th, join For the City as we serve schools and families across the Bay. Together, we'll support local students and teachers through backpack drives, school beautification, and classroom prep. Bring your family or invite a friend and help students start the school year feeling seen, supported, and loved.

Fremont at Cabrillo Elementary School

Hayward at Hayward Unified School District

Milpitas at Spangler Elementary School

Oakland at Elmhurst United Middle School

As we enjoy the second half of summer and begin looking ahead to a new school year, we've been encouraged by books like The Anxious Generation and Habits of the Household, reminding us of the importance of leading our homes with wisdom, presence, and intentional rhythms. We're grateful to be a church that partners with families as we help kids follow Jesus in everyday life.

This month, kids are learning that although Judah had both good and evil kings, the people continued to turn from God. Even in exile, God remained faithful to His promises, pointing us to Jesus, our perfect King, who brings us back to God through His forgiveness and grace.

The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made. Psalm 145:9

What's Poppin' in RESkids? | June 2026

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:24:33 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS?

JUNE 2026

Here's your inside look at what's going on this month in RESkids!

⏰ Don't miss out! There’s still time to sign up your kids for an unforgettable week of fun, friendship, and faith.

The photos above are a recap of last year’s RESkids camp. A glimpse of the incredible memories, laughter, and life-changing moments kids experienced together.

☀️ As summer begins, we’re encouraging families to slow down and connect more intentionally. Research shows that shared meals and quality time together boost kids’ emotional health, communication, and confidence. Small moments like a walk, cooking together, or a screen free game night can go a long way in helping kids feel known and loved.

Download the Summer Bucket List and start planning meaningful moments, fun adventures, and lasting memories together as a family this summer.

printable here

RESkids families are growing together! We’ve been loving books like Family Discipleship and The Whole Brain Child as we learn how to intentionally disciple our kids and lead with grace, wisdom, and connection at home. We’re grateful to be a church that equips and encourages families to follow Jesus together in everyday moments.

monthly overview

This month, kids are learning that the Northern Kingdom repeatedly turned away from God to worship idols, even after He sent prophets to call them back. While Nineveh repented and received mercy, Israel refused to turn from sin, showing our need for a faithful Savior who rescues and restores hearts that wander from Him.

Key verse: You shall walk after the Lord your God and fear him and keep his commandments and obey his voice, and you shall serve him and hold fast to him.

Deuteronomy 13:4

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What's Poppin' in RESkids? | May 2026

Mon, 04 May 2026 17:17:33 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS?

MAY 2026

Here's your inside look at what's going on this month in RESkids!

May 28th & 31st is our 5th grade celebration where we celebrate our 5th graders' last weekend with us in RESkids. The following Promotion Weekend is June 7th when ALL Elementary students will move up to their next grade and class. 5th graders are welcome to join our 6-12th grade ministry and join in for RESStudent Summer Camp 7/6-7/10. Click below to find out more.

RESSTUDENTS

Across the Bay and across all our campuses, we loved on our cities! RESkids families joined in through kids and parents writing encouraging cards, helping at the kid carnivals, cleaning neighborhoods, and visiting senior citizens to bring joy and love.

As part of Seek First, we're praying for 10,000 acts of service. We're grateful to be a church that loves and serves together.

RESkids Camp is a 5-day camp for incoming K–5, from 9am–12pm, as we SEEK FIRST His kingdom and point kids to Jesus as our faithful friend who provides everything we need. Kids will head on an Alaskan adventure and discover truth in a world full of distractions. Parents, we’d love your help! Please consider signing up to serve or donate to make this a fun filled, Jesus-centered week for every child.

DONATE HERE

monthly overview

This month, kids are learning that Solomon’s unfaithfulness led to a divided kingdom, and the people turned to idols instead of seeking the Lord. Even so, God did not abandon them through Elijah, He showed His power and reminded them that He alone is the one true God worthy of worship.

Key Verse: "May all the peoples of the earth know that the Lord if God. There is no other!" 1 Kings 8:60

SCRIPTURE SONG

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What's Poppin' in RESkids? | April 2026

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:07:48 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS? | APRIL 2026

Here's your inside look at what's going on this month!

you're invited!

A fun 5-day morning camp for K–5th graders filled with games, crafts, and Bible adventures about putting Jesus first as kids learn to trust Him in every part of life.

come join us!

On April 25th, we're showing up For the City! A day all about loving the cities we're in. There’s something for everyone, so come hang out, serve, and make a difference together.

Fremont: Cabrillo Elementary Kid Carnival & Community Garden
Hayward: Keep Hayward Clean and Green
Milpitas: Ivy Park Senior Visit
Oakland: Mighty Blaze Kid Carnival

faith at home

Simple ways we can seek God first at home together this month:

🙏 Pray together: “God, help us put You first!”
✝️ Remember Jesus’ love: Talk about what His life, death, and resurrection mean for us today.
📖 Read a Bible verse: Share it as a family and talk about these three things.

How do you see God?

How do you see yourself?

What does it mean?

meet the team

Be the first smile families see before service, join our check-in crew and help every family feel at home across all campuses!

JOIN THE TEAM

monthly overview

This month, kids are learning through the life of Solomon that true wisdom comes from God, and when we trust Him and follow His ways, He guides us beyond our own understanding.

Key Verse: Don’t be wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil.

Proverbs 3:7

SCRIPTURE SONG

stay connected

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What's Poppin' in RESkids? | March 2026

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:22:24 GMT

WHAT'S POPPIN' IN RESKIDS? | MARCH 2026

Here's your inside look at what's going on this month!

faith at home

As a church, we stepped into 21-days of prayer and fasting, a focused time to intentionally seek God first in our homes.

Parents, this is a powerful discipleship moment.

Talk with your kids about:
- Why you are fasting?
- What you are praying?
- How you are asking God to move?
If your children are not fasting, they can still fully engage by:
- Joining family prayer times
- Reading Scripture together
- Keeping a simple prayer list
- Choosing acts of kindness

you're invited!

GOOD FRIDAY - APRIL 3

Join us at all campuses to remember Jesus’ sacrifice and reflect on the cross. Through worship, prayer, and gratitude we will prepare our hearts for Resurrection Sunday.
Be sure to keep an eye out for your campus service times.

SPRING FAIR ON EASTER SUNDAY - APRIL 5

Celebrate Easter with us as we rejoice in Jesus’ resurrection! Bring the whole family and invite a neighbor to enjoy bounce houses, crafts, and an egg hunt.
GET INVOLVED: Partner with your family or MC to help us make Easter a joyful and memorable time!
- We're collecting 12,000 pre-filled Easter eggs
- Individually wrapped candy
- Small trinkets or prizes

meet the team

We are so grateful for our serve staff across all four campuses for their faithful hearts, consistency, and commitment.

monthly overview

Big Picture Question: Is anything or anyone greater than God?

No, God is greater than anything and anyone.

Key Verse: LORD, there is no one like you. You are great; your name is great in power. Who should not fear you, King of the nations? It is what you deserve. Jeremiah 10:6-7

SCRIPTURE SONG

This month, kids are learning through the life of David, that no matter our mistakes or challenges, God can use us when we trust Him and follow His heart.

stay connected

Your RESkids Directors would love to hear from you!