Next Gen Now

There is a spiritual battle going on for the minds and hearts of our children. A vision for God's heart must be cast and leaders must be multiplied before our kids' foundation has crumbled to the culture at large. There is a critical need to raise up and equip leaders to disciple children in ways that work best for them. The Hills Kids Ministry is investing in all of our kids leaders being equipped and activated in KIDStory--an effective teaching strategy to reach kids in all cultures and circumstances with the good news of Jesus and His story. KIDStory Global Director Gary Strudler explains more about KIDStory. Gary will be providing an immersive equipping experience for all current and potential kids ministry leaders and volunteers in June.

The Hills Church is happy to host a KIDStory workshop on July 14, 15, and 16th! KIDStory workshops are critical to raise up and equip leaders to disciple children in ways that work best for them. At these workshops you can expect to learn: *Teaching skills that bring the stories of the Bible to life *Fun, interactive ways to hear, learn and retell God's word to include: games, music, art, and drama *Proven ways to facilitate discussions that provide a place where the Holy Spirit can penetrate children's hearts rather than giving pat, predictable answers *How to create learning environments where children become active participants in God's redemptive story instead of just distant observers

IF YOU REGISTER, CHILDCARE IS AVAILABLE FOR NURSERY THROUGH 5TH GRADE!

To register or get more information, please CLICK THE LINK below. Contact your local kids ministry team for more information and to register. July 14 - 6:30-10 pm - NRH July 15 - 1-4:30 pm - WFW July 16 - 2-5:30 pm - KLR Click here to register here: https://thehillschurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/2535/responses/new

https://kidsaroundtheworld.com/kidstory/

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How do we lead our families in the way of Jesus? Hills member Sarah Brooks shares how she has learned from those ahead on the journey. Join this winsome conversation where you will laugh and learn.

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Is the gospel good news to you? Evangelism Minister EJ Brown shares how once the next generation has tasted and seen that the Lord is good, sharing that good news becomes a lot easier.

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Women's Minister Barbara Gradke shares ways generations of women can learn with and from one another.

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What teens long for, most are not finding -- connection! Teen Life CEO Chris Robey shares some of the latest findings from the CDC on teen mental health and how Teen Life equips, encourages, and powers teenagers all over the metroplex by providing connection. He also shares how parents and leaders can do the same thing.

https://www.teenlife.ngo/

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How can setting boundaries help the next generation deal with trauma? Licensed Clinical Social Worker Donna Capps explains what trauma is and how equipping the next generation in setting boundaries in a world inundated with trauma can set them up for a better life.

WEEK 1 - APRIL 26 KLR - Donna Capps (Boundaries) NRH - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body) WFW - Stephanie Hunter (Community)

WEEK 2 - MAY 3 KLR - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body) NRH - Stephanie Hunter (Community) WFW - Donna Capps (Boundaries)

WEEK 3 - MAY 10 KLR - Stephanie Hunter (Community) NRH - Donna Capps (Boundaries) WFW - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body)

Mental Health Resources:

www.thehills.org/mental-health

https://thehills.org/counseling/

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What do our bodies have to do with mental health? Dr. Mark DeYoung, LMFT, shares how understanding the connection between our mind and bodies is important in living the life God intended. He encourages us to start from a place of wholeness instead of focusing on what is wrong, providing practical suggestions for discipling our kids and students in stewarding their lives well. This includes taking care of our bodies through nutrition, exercise, hydration, and other practices that allow us to be fully present in our own lives.

https://www.deyoungconsulting.com/book.html

Revolutionary Marriage book

WEEK 1 - APRIL 26 KLR - Donna Capps (Boundaries) NRH - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body) WFW - Stephanie Hunter (Community)

WEEK 2 - MAY 3 KLR - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body) NRH - Stephanie Hunter (Community) WFW - Donna Capps (Boundaries)

WEEK 3 - MAY 10 KLR - Stephanie Hunter (Community) NRH - Donna Capps (Boundaries) WFW - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body)

www.thehills.org/mental-health

https://thehills.org/counseling/

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What is the role of community in mental health? The Hills' Counseling and Wellness Minister Stephanie Hunter shares how loneliness, isolation, hopelessness, sadness, and depression are rampant today and how we were made for connection within community. She shares some of the current barriers to true community and some practical next steps in seeking out real, authentic connection.

WEEK 1 - APRIL 26 KLR - Donna Capps (Boundaries) NRH - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body) WFW - Stephanie Hunter (Community)

WEEK 2 - MAY 3 KLR - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body) NRH - Stephanie Hunter (Community) WFW - Donna Capps (Boundaries)

WEEK 3 - MAY 10 KLR - Stephanie Hunter (Community) NRH - Donna Capps (Boundaries) WFW - Mark DeYoung (Mind & Body)

Mental Health Resources www.thehills.org/mental-health https://thehills.org/counseling/

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Want to know what's going on in Next Gen ministry for the next few months and into the summer? Take a listen as Lead Kids Discipleship Minister Patty Weaver and Student Discipleship Minister Emmanuel Dominguez give an update for kids and student ministry. In addition, they discuss the upcoming renovations for the NRH Kids Ministry wing. thehills.org/studentsummer thehills.org/events

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Want a way to serve monthly as a family? Connections Minsters Bailey Plake (WFW) and Sarah Wilson (NRH) share the vision for the next generation serving on the Guest Services team. This is a way for kids and students to be mobilized for mission, engaged as a family, and part of an intergenerational community.

[email protected] (KLR Connections Minister)

[email protected] (NRH Connections Minister)

[email protected] (WFW Connections Minister) thehills.org/serve

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