Author: Louie Schmitz

Today’s message was pointed toward hearing from God. How can we hear from God if we’re not reading His Word to us? Below are some links to resources that you can use to read and study God’s Word for yourself or with your children. There are many ideas below. My encouragement would be to browse… Continue reading Resources For Reading The Bible

MStar Kids’ Philosophy on Preteen Development and Ministry Preteens are entering a developmental stage where their cognitive abilities are shifting from concrete to abstract thinking. This transition, typically beginning around ages 9–12, is part of what psychologists call formal operational thinking. Here’s why they’re asking more in-depth, abstract questions and how we can positively foster… Continue reading Bridge45 – Preparing Our Kids For What’s Next

Trunk or Treat is on Sunday, October 27, from 3-5 pm in the parking lot!  This is such a blast each year over 1,000 from our church and community get all dressed up and come onto Morning Star’s campus for candy and fun. Make sure to put this on your calendar!  Here are a few ways to be… Continue reading MStar Kids – Trunk or Treat

Hello Parents! We’re approaching the end of another school year, which means excitement and a lot of movement! We want to share a few things with you and remind you about what’s happening at MStar Kids!   1. June 16 is Move Up Day! If you have questions, please ask Louie, Candace, Savanna, or Brett.… Continue reading MStar Kids – Move Up Sunday 2024

Hey Parents,  Easter season is upon us! A specific time for us to practice the remembrance of Jesus’ sacrifice for us and the victory He provides through His resurrection! Here is a link to a short family devotional you can do together each day from Palm Sunday (March 24) through Easter Sunday (March 31). I do have some printed… Continue reading MStar Kids – Easter 2024

The MStar Kids Easter Egg Hunt is coming up and we need your help! Please take some flyers from the display table in the North lobby to invite neighbors and friends, or maybe even hang one on your local grocery store’s community board. Also, use the image below to post on your social media to… Continue reading Easter Egg Hunt Invite

Hi Church Family!  Louie here, MStar Kids Director. Our ministry hosts a Sports Camp for kids ages 4 to 12 each August. This last year, we offered a preschool motor skills track, basketball, soccer, cheerleading, pickleball, and disc golf. I’d like to know if anyone in our MStar family is interested in leading any additional… Continue reading Sports Camp 2024

Hello, Bridge 45 Parents and Grandparents!   I have great news! We are having a party! . . . a Christmas party, that is.   The reason is to celebrate a great “Sock it to Salem.” If you didn’t know, Bridge 45 sponsored that event, which means all your kids had a part in sharing the love of… Continue reading Bridge 45 Christmas Party

Hi Parents!   As we enter this Advent season, I want to show you two examples of Advent Guides you can go through with your family – located through this link.   What is Advent?Advent is the season of reflective preparation for Christ’s Nativity at Christmas. The Advent season can be a great time for… Continue reading Family Advent Guides

Trunk or Treat is on Sunday, October 29, from 3-5 pm in the parking lot!  This is such a blast each year over 1,000 from our church and community get all dressed up and come onto Morning Star’s campus for candy and fun. Make sure to put this on your calendar!  Here are a few ways to be… Continue reading Trunk or Treat 2023