Welcome to the Anchors Aweigh!

Introduction

Anchors Aweigh!• The theme in GA, RA, and

Children in Action from September 2010- August 2011.

Anchors Aweigh! Theme

• The curriculum will have nautical references throughout the year.

• Some units may be related to sea- or water-type ministries.

• Some Scripture passages are based on water-related verses

Anchors Aweigh! Theme

• Great theme decorating and promotion

• The Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack was designed to assist leaders to get more kids involved.

• Five pages of decorating ideas and lots of tips on how to use the free clip art on the GA and Children in Action Web sites.

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

• Two Bulletin Board Ideas–These can be used in the

classroom or church hallways.

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

• Four promotional ideas–Created to communicate to the

church and get the attention of parents and children, so they will invite and bring other children.

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

• Cast Off! Party –A kick-off party with a full hour

of activities to include decorating, games, snack, craft ideas, and much more!

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

• Two skits –Designed for children to perform

in front of the church to encourage more children to attend missions organizations.

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

• Year-end recognition event –Includes a one-hour recognition

event service.

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

$11.99

Anchors Aweigh! Promotion Pack

Anchors Aweigh! Badge

• The badge can be given to children at the beginning or the end of the year to signify participation.

Anchors Aweigh! Badge

$2.99

Other Special Emphases2010-2011

International Mission Study

• Kids Reaching Kids: Thailand–A one- to two-hour children’s

ministry-wide study to support the International Missions Emphasis.

International Mission Study

• Introduces children to the culture of Thailand.

• Tells the story of how missionary kids are telling children about Jesus in Thailand.

International Mission Study

• Resources–Leader Guide

–Kids’ Booklet

–Badge (All sold separately)

Children’s Ministry Day• February 19, 2011

–Theme is Neighbor to Neighbor

–Churches will create projects that children can do to minister in their neighborhoods.

Children’s Ministry Day Pack

• Project Ideas• Step-by-step planning• Learning activities for the

classroom and the home• Promotional ideas and posters

–And much more!

Children’s Ministry DayResources

–Promotion Pack–Badge

–T-shirts from LifeWay Specialty Imprints

North American Missions Study

• This study is created by the North American Mission Board.

• It is found at www.anniearmstrong.org

• It supports the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering®.

Connect with Us Online

• Web sites- www.wmu.com/children

• Forums at www.wmuforums.com

• “Children’s Missions” groups on Facebook and Ning.

• Twitter @chmissions

• WMU Store www.wmustore.com

Connect with Us In Person

• WMU State Offices– Offer personal consulting, training, and some

missions camping opportunities.

• National WMU at children@wmu.org or 205-991-8100

• WMU Customer Relations – 1-800-968-7301

Thank you for partnering with us to

teach missions to children and help them develop a

missional lifestyle.Anchors Aweigh!