You're Torturing Me Here!

Today a person who is a part of the Bible Center family brought his sister, his niece and his niece's three boys to the Southridge Campus. He was excited to show them our new building.

While his sister and niece loved the Gathering Space, Third Level, and Worship Center, the boys (ages 11, 6, and 2) loved the Children's level. They wanted to touch, use, and explore everything they saw. With respect for the rooms, the equipment, and the toys, their great-uncle simply held their hands and told them they could come back some Sunday and enjoy it all. He did a great job of balancing their interest to experience it all and demonstrating proper respect for their being in the facility without children's ministry staff.

The six-year-old looked up and said: "You're torturing me here, uncle - torturing me!" It was cute. The eleven-year-old shouted several times: "I want to go to church here!"

Wow! As kids enjoy the experience of this wonderful space, they will hear about the Savior Who loves them and the Word of God which can guide them throughout life. Let's pray for Pastor Thompson (pictured here) and all who serve with him in the Children's Ministry!