We've Moved!

If you are here looking for the latest info on Family Ministries at Cypress, please visit us at our new address: http://cypressfamilies.blogspot.com

We're all ears...

...and we want to know what you think. If you are a parent or a volunteer (or both) please give us your feedback about the current state of our Family Ministries offerings by clicking on the link at the left of the page that says "click here to take survey". The survey is only 6 questions long and can be completed in less than 5 minutes. You will also get a standing ovation from the Family Ministries team for completing it, though we won't actually know who you are as the survey is completely confidential. Rest assured we will still clap however. We appreciate your input in making Family Ministries here at Cypress the best it can be. Thanks so much (and thank you for not making fun of the size of our ears - we're a little sensitive about that).

Lesson Previews for 4/11

Here's what your kids will be learning in Family Ministries this coming Sunday:

In The Treehouse, kids will learn that they can LOVE BIG using the story of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15:11-24.

In KC jr., kids will learn that God has super power using the story of Jehosophat asking God for help in 2 Chronicles 20.

In Kids Connection, kids will learn that they can have a heart after God using the story of God choosing David in 1 Samuel 16:1-13.



As always, each child will receive a take-home handout to help you follow up on these teachings at home during the week. Please take the time to do these activities with your child as they will help the truths they are learning here at Cypress sink deep into their everyday lives.

Orange is here!

Well, it seems like it snuck up on us, but "orange" is finally here. Hopefully you're up to date on all the orange happenings so far here at Cypress (including the Family Fun Fest). Now here is your chance to help shape the next orange steps. Simply click on the link at the left of the page that says, well "click here to take survey" and let us know what you think about the Family Ministries here at Cypress. The survey is only 6 questions long and can be completed in less than 5 minutes. You will also get a standing ovation from the Family Ministries team for completing it, though we won't actually know who you are as the survey is completely confidential. Rest assured we will still clap however. We appreciate your input in making Family Ministries here at Cypress the best it can be. Thanks so much!

Last Sunday's Memory Verses and MAPs

Hello again Parents! Just passing along the usual items to help you follow up with your kids at home this week concerning what they learned this past Sunday. Below you will find listed the "Remember Verse" (Treehouse & KC jr.) and "Memory Max" (Kids Connection) Bible verses we learned so you can review them with your kids throughout the week. Also, if your kids forgot or lost their take-home "Map books" you can download a new copy by clicking on the corresponding picture below:




"God looked at everything He had made, and it was very good." (Gen. 1:31)

"I can do all things through Christ, because he gives me strength!" (Phil. 4:13)

"As the Scriptures say, 'Godly people give generously to the poor.'" (2 Corinthians 9:9a)

This Sunday's (3/14) Lesson Previews

Here's what your kids will be learning in Next Gen this coming Sunday:


In The Treehouse, kids will learn that God made animals and people, and then rested on day 7 using the story of days 6 & 7 of creation found in Genesis 1:24-2:3.




In KC jr., kids will learn that they can SHARE BIG using the story of the night neighbor found in Luke 11:5-8.




In Kids Connection, kids will learn that they can impact their world using the story of the good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37.





The students in ONEANOTHER will be continuing their study of Genesis.



As always, each child will receive a take-home handout to help you follow up on these teachings at home during the week. Please take the time to do these activities with your child as they will help the truths they are learning here at Cypress sink deep into their everyday lives.

Last Week's MAPS and Memory Verses

Hello again Parents! Just passing along the usual items to help you follow up with your kids at home this week concerning what they learned this past Sunday. Below you will find listed the "Remember Verse" (Treehouse & KC jr.) and "Memory Max" (Kids Connection) Bible verses we learned so you can review them with your kids throughout the week. Also, if your kids forgot or lost their take-home "Map books" you can download a new copy by clicking on the corresponding picture below:




"God looked at everything He had made, and it was very good." (Gen. 1:31)

"I can do all things through Christ, because he gives me strength!" (Phil. 4:13)

"Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it." (James 4:17)

This Sunday's (3/7) Lesson Previews

Here's what your kids will be learning in Next Gen this coming Sunday:


In The Treehouse, kids will learn that God made birds and fish using the story of day 5 of creation found in Genesis 1:20-23.




In KC jr., kids will learn that they can THANK BIG using the story of the 10 lepers found in Luke 17:11-19.




In Kids Connection, kids will learn that they can impact their community using the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 in John 4:1-14.





The students in ONEANOTHER will be studying the story of Joseph and Pharoah's dreams found in Genesis chapters 40-41.



As always, each child will receive a take-home handout to help you follow up on these teachings at home during the week. Please take the time to do these activities with your child as they will help the truths they are learning here at Cypress sink deep into their everyday lives.

Last Sunday's Verses and MAPS

Hello again Parents! Just passing along the usual items to help you follow up with your kids at home this week concerning what they learned this past Sunday. Below you will find listed the "Remember Verse" (Treehouse & KC jr.) and "Memory Max" (Kids Connection) Bible verses we learned so you can review them with your kids throughout the week. Also, if your kids forgot or lost their take-home "Map books" you can download a new copy by clicking on the corresponding picture below:




"God looked at everything He had made, and it was very good." (Gen. 1:31)

"I can do all things through Christ, because he gives me strength!" (Phil. 4:13)

"Jesus called out to them, 'Come, be my disciples, and I will show you how to fish for people!" (Mark 1:17)

This Sunday's (2/28) Lesson Previews

Here's what your kids will be learning in Next Gen this coming Sunday:


In The Treehouse, kids will learn that God made the sun, moon and stars using the story of day 4 of creation found in Genesis 1:14-19.




In KC jr., kids will learn that they can HELP BIG using the story of the Good Samaritan found in Luke 10:30-37.




In Kids Connection, kids will learn that they can impact their friends using the story of Jesus leading the fishermen in Matthew 4:18-22.





The students in ONEANOTHER will be studying the story of Joseph being sold into slavery found in Genesis chapter 37.



As always, each child will receive a take-home handout to help you follow up on these teachings at home during the week. Please take the time to do these activities with your child as they will help the truths they are learning here at Cypress sink deep into their everyday lives.

Sunday Follow-up

Hello again Parents! Just passing along the usual items to help you follow up with your kids at home this week concerning what they learned this past Sunday. Below you will find listed the "Remember Verse" (Treehouse & KC jr.) and "Memory Max" (Kids Connection) Bible verses we learned so you can review them with your kids throughout the week. Also, if your kids forgot or lost their take-home "Map books" you can download a new copy by clicking on the corresponding picture below:




"God looked at everything He had made, and it was very good." (Gen. 1:31)

"I can do all things through Christ, because he gives me strength!" (Phil. 4:13)

"Give your gifts in secret, and your Father, who knows all sccrets, will reward you." (Matt. 6:4)

This Means Something...

Want to find out what? If you are a volunteer in a Next Gen Ministry, you are invited to attend one of two identical meetings - Wednesday, March 3rd @ 6:30pm or Saturday, March 6th @ 9:30am - for a sneak peek at "Orange". Everyone else will have to wait until one of the morning services (9:15 & 11am) on Sunday, March 7th. Don't miss out on what all the excitement is about!

This Sunday's (2/21) Lesson Previews

Here's what your kids will be learning in Next Gen this coming Sunday:


In The Treehouse, kids will learn that God made land, plants and trees using the story of day 3 of creation found in Genesis 1:9-13.




In KC jr., kids will learn that they can LISTEN BIG using the story of Mary and Martha found in Luke 10:38-42.




In Kids Connection, kids will learn that they can impact their church using the story of the widow's offering in Mark 12:41-44.





The students in ONEANOTHER will be studying the story of Jacob and Esau in Genesis chapters 25-33.



As always, each child will receive a take-home handout to help you follow up on these teachings at home during the week. Please take the time to do these activities with your child as they will help the truths they are learning here at Cypress sink deep into their everyday lives.

Last Sunday Follow Up

Hello Parents! Once again, I just wanted to pass along some items to help you follow up with your kids at home this week concerning what they learned this past Sunday. Below you will find listed the "Remember Verse" (Treehouse & KC jr.) and "Memory Max" (Kids Connection) Bible verses we learned so you can review them with your kids throughout the week. Also, if your kids forgot or lost their take-home "Map books" you can download a new copy by clicking on the corresponding picture below:




"God looked at everything He had made, and it was very good." (Gen. 1:31)

"I can do all things through Christ, because he gives me strength!" (Phil. 4:13)

"Every time I think of you, I give thanks to God." (Phil. 1:3)

This Sunday's (2/14) Lesson Previews

Here's what your kids will be learning in Next Gen this coming Sunday:


In The Treehouse, kids will learn that God made the earth, water, light, dark and sky using the story of days 1-2 of creation found in Genesis 1:1-8.




In KC jr., kids will learn that they can LOVE BIG using the story of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15:11-24.




In Kids Connection, kids will learn that they can impact their family using the story of Jesus healing ten lepers in Luke 17:11-19.





The students in ONEANOTHER will be studying the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis chapters 21-22.



As always, each child will receive a take-home handout to help you follow up on these teachings at home during the week. Please take the time to do these activities with your child as they will help the truths they are learning here at Cypress sink deep into their everyday lives.

Oneanother Bonfire & Movie Night

Hey Families!

If you have a student in 5th, 6th, or 7th grade they are invited to attend the Oneanother Bonfire & Movie night at Cypress this Friday, February 12th, from 6-10 pm. Rain or shine we will be having a wonderful time.

Snacks and drinks will be provided but your preteen might want dinner before they come!

If its nice weather we will have our bonfire in a fire pit out front and head inside for the movie around 7:30.

If its not so nice weather we will spend 6-7:30 playing all the weird and crazy games they love from Oneanother!

Feel free to invite your friends!!

RSVP at indianachick@gmail.com or 7277254570!

Sunday Follow Up

Hello Parents! Once again, I just wanted to pass along some items to help you follow up with your kids at home this week concerning what they learned this past Sunday. Below you will find listed the "Remember Verse" (Treehouse) and "Memory Max" (Kids Connection) Bible verses we learned so you can review them with your kids throughout the week. Also, if your kids forgot or lost their take-home "Map books" you can download a new copy by clicking on the corresponding picture below:

"Lord show me your ways. Teach me how to follow You." (Psalm 25:4)

"Turn my eyes from the worthless things, and give me life through your word" (Psalm 119:37)