Please
read below for more information on our exciting new program for kids!
FAQ's
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What is KidsArts?
KidsArts is a new program that uses music, painting, dance, drama,
and other arts to teach kids about Jesus and to help them grow in
their faith.
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What
ages is it for?
KidsArts is for every kid from age 2 through the fifth
grade. Essentially, we are adding more arts to the two kids choirs
and crafts we currently have.
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When
does it happen?
KidsArts will be part of everything from Sunday School to Core
Wednesdays to Family Worship in the Sanctuary. A lot of what will
be part of KidsArts is already in place through these programs,
but we will be adding more chances for kids to experience and
create art as part of their spiritual formation.
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Which
arts are involved?
KidsArts will involve as many arts as are part of this church.
In addition to kids choirs, painting, drawing, and kids worship
times, we will be calling upon volunteers to help lead a 2 to
4 week series on Sunday mornings or Wednesday evenings that show
kids how to experience dance, drama, crafts, film making, worship
leading, and everything else our congregation is gifted in.
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Why
are we doing this?
In short, we’re doing this because we believe our kids deserve
even more than we’re offering them in this area. With a
congregation filled with so many incredibly talented people, this
is a natural fit. Commitments are varied to match the diversity
of our people and intentionally short-term to match their busy
schedules. This way volunteers will not be giving up their time
indefinitely, but their unique gifts can be used to help kids
shape their faith.
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Has
this been done before?
The combination of different arts and their use in teaching kids
is a time-tested approach used in schools all over the world.
Research shows some people learn from seeing, others from hearing,
and others from experiencing things first hand. This program is
designed to apply that knowledge to teaching kids not only about
themselves, but about the One who created them.
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How
can I help?
KidsArts is an example of the adage that “it takes a village
to raise one child.” To create this type of an experience
for our kids we must have people willing to help by giving of
their time and talents. To volunteer your help, contact Kathy
Perkins, Head of KidsArts at 818.788.4200 ext. 189 or Kathy@belairpres.org.
You can also download this parent involvement form (requires Acrobat
Reader).
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Welcome
to Kids Arts!
Exciting
things are happening this fall for the Bel Air kids. We’re starting
a new art and music ministry. But it’s not just choirs. There’s
something for everyone; from future filmmakers and set designers, to artists,
budding photographers, composers and more.
In other
words, if it involves the creative expression of our faith, we’ll
be exploring it. And not just to showcase our talented kids. We want to
involved them and teach them about creativity as a mean to know
God better. So don’t miss out! We’ll kick off September
30th at the annual Involvement Fair and will start rehearsal for the ADVENT
MUSICAL immediately. We’re looking forward to helping your kids
express their God-given creativity – and having lots of fun in the
process.
In Him,
Kathy Grable-Perkins
Greg Perkins
Co-Heads KidsArts Ministry
Meet our new
Head of KidsArts
Kathy
Perkins
A
little about Kathy Grable-Perkins...
After
graduating from Bethel College with degrees in Theatre and Fine Arts (with
an emphasis in music), Kathy toured the country in the National company
of “A Christmas Carol” as well as several other musicals.
Kathy moved to Dallas, Texas where she earned her SAG card doing episodic
TV on Dallas, made-for-TV movies, and national commercials. When she arrived
in Los Angeles a few years later, Kathy broke into the voice-over world
and quickly earned a reputation for her versatility and professionalism.
Kathy continues to act in film roles, TV, and numerous commercials such
as Jack In The Box and Honda. She is best known for her voice over work.
Kathy was the voice double for Nicole Kidman in Batman Forever, and has
done animation and prime time TV shows. Kathy teaches voice-over for working
professionals at the casting house and teaching studio, Kalmenson &
Kalmenson. She has coached professional child actors for television and
movies, taught singing and piano, and directed church choirs and plays
for kids in schools around L.A. Many at Bel Air know Kathy for having
started the adult drama ministry but her finest productions are Emily
(7) and Katie (6).
Kathy and Greg were honored to direct the children’s choir this
year at the Hollywood Bowl.
A
little about Greg Perkins...
Greg
has worked in the entertainment and advertising businesses for over 20
years. His writing credits include kid’s shows such as Gerbert,
an award-winning preschool puppet show on The Family Channel and PBS,
the CBS Saturday morning tween-ager show, Horseland and the popular direct-to-video
series, Bibleman. He has also worked as a Writer/Producer for a variety
of reality TV shows from ‘Blind Date’ to ‘National Geographic’
and now serves as the Executive Content Producer for iquestions.com
Greg has written and produced commercials, PSA’s and recently co-authored
a Christian children’s book, “A Little Child Shall Lead Them”
(Charisma Kids). His passion is writing for kids, giving them unique and
fun ways to find hope and redemption. He and Kathy met at Bel Air 14 years
ago, got married and joined 2 years later. Greg’s been a Worship
Leader, an Elder and now volunteers - when he finds time - for Imagine
L.A.
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