2009 11 Children's Newsletter

November 2009

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In our last newsletter we talked about Psalm 8:2 and how God uses the praises of children and infants to do amazing things for His kingdom. We hope you’ve been using this wonderful gift that God has given you. The children in Nehemiah 12: 27-46 certainly did! (Go on, grab your Bible and read it for yourself!) When the walls in Jerusalem were rebuilt, they gathered there with lots and lots of people to celebrate. These people knew how to party! They broke out their instruments and played music, sang and marched along the walls because they were so excited about what God had done. They were so loud, in fact, that ―the joy of the people of Jerusalem could be heard far away‖ (Nehemiah 12:43. NLT). (WARNING: Your mom might not like it if you’re THAT loud!)

During the holidays, many of us get together with our family and friends to celebrate, too. Sometimes, though, we’re so busy doing things like baking cookies and making lists of all the presents we want that we might forget some of the reasons we have to (like God sending

His own Son to earth for us!). This holiday season, let’s learn from the children in

Nehemiah and take some time to really praise God!

Sing some songs, shout some praises, get your family and friends and tell them about all the great things God has done for you! After all, He deserves it—and that’s definitely something to

celebrate!

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Kids!

Praise Party!

REALLY celebrate

Chris, Christie & Judah Winkler’s Newsletter

Meet Anivette and Ashley from Orlando, Florida Disney World isn’t the only place to visit when you’re in Orlando — Orlando is also home to the headquarters of U U. USA. When Anivette (in the picture) and Ashley went there for a visit, they didn’t know that years later they would still be making a big difference for people on the other side of the world — by praying for them! These two sisters got necklaces with the name and picture of a group of people who don’t have the Bible in their own language, and

they’ve been

praying for them ever since.!

They sleep with the

necklaces under their pillows, and every night before they go to bed, they pray for this group of people. Think about your very favorite Bible verse, then

imagine not being able to read it or hear it. Wow, it’s no wonder

Anivette and Ashley want to keep praying that these people will get a Bible soon! Send us YOUR super story! e Details on th back.

What’s Cooking? Jollof Rice People often ask us about the food in Nigeria, so here is a recipe you can try at home with your parents. Jollof rice is a favorite West African dish. In Nigeria, it’s made many different ways: Some people use different vegetables, some use beef or chicken, and some cook it without meat. Some use it as a main dish, while others use it as a side dish. Almost everyone, though, likes this dish spicy! In fact, a lot of food in Nigeria is spicy-hot. They use a popular African pepper called pepe — it’s kind of like cayenne pepper that’s found in the U.S., but it’s even stronger! Some Africans believe pepper helps the body resist infection and disease, and in some parts of Africa, there’s an old belief that says a husband can tell how much his wife loves him by the amount of pepper she uses in her cooking! 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Chicken pieces, cut up (optional) 1 cup long-grain rice 1 13–3/4 ounce can chicken broth 1 cup water 1 6-ounce can tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 9-ounce package frozen vegetables (peas, carrots, green beans) In a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken pieces in hot oil until brown on all sides. Place chicken on a plate. In drippings remaining in skillet, cook onion about 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add rice; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add chicken broth, water, tomato paste, spices and chicken pieces to skillet. Over high heat, heat to boiling, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir vegetables into mixture. Cook 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Makes 4 main-dish servings. -Adapted from Passport On a Plate cookbook

Idea: Chain Rea ction

Make a God is go od paper chain! On strips of colored paper, write or draw the many ways God is good , then glue the strips togeth er to make a chain. Hang it whe re your family can see it and remember how God has worked in your lives. You ca n even decorate your Ch ristmas tree with it or ta ke it apart on New Year ’s Eve as you think back on all the things God did fo r you this year.

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