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Our mission is to nurture students in developing a relationship with Jesus Christ and the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church through living the teachings of the Gospel. We aim to create an engaging and enjoyable Sunday School experience where children want to be a part of our community.
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Armenian Church Sunday School MISSION STATEMENT “The mission of the Parish Sunday School of the Western Diocese is to nurture students to develop and enhance their relationship with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the Church, through living and reflecting the teachings of the Gospel in accordance with the canons and traditions of the Armenian Apostolic Holy Church.”
Sunday School should be a place where children “WANT TO BE,” 👍 not where they “HAVE TO GO.” 👎 If we do our job well, then our Sunday School Studentsbecome . . .
MEMBERS! And more . . .
Matthew 18:20 (RSV)20 “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”
2 Types of Members: ACTIVE • Attend meetings • Participate in activities • Take leadership roles • Understand the value • Make ACYO a priority
2 Types of Members: ACTIVE • Attend meetings • Participate in activities • Take leadership roles • Understand the value • Make ACYO a priority NON-ACTIVE • Understand the value • Do not make ACYO a priority Everyone has a choice!
So now what Create a Calendar Create and maintain Social Media Create a contact list of ACYO members Create a Sign-up Sheet Focus on church and community “Piggyback” on church and other Diocesan events Create get-togethers with your priest Follow-up with new and prospective members and peers Create excitement and have fun! Lastly, and most importantly . . .
RECRUIT NEW MEMBERS! Let’s Brainstrom how . . .
Armenian ChurchSunday School and ACYO, a . . . Match Made in Heaven! Sunday School ACYO
So strap on your wings and adjust your halos . . . The Holy Spirit is alive in each of you!
Battle of the ACYOs! How many questions can your parish ACYO answer?
Thankyou, ACYO . . .For your time, participation, and leadership! Questions? Comments? Ideas? Please complete the Feedback Form and return to a CEC Representative. Enjoy convention!