My child has too much homework. What shall we do?

We usually make time for those things we count important –priorities need to be established. If you consider that you will be eating dinner, either at church or at home, LOGOS demands are not extravagant. A supervised study hall is available for the child who is worried about completing all his/her assignments at home, but should only be used when necessary.

Does every child have to be in choir?

Yes, every child will participate in choir or hand bell choir; this is the child’s way of giving personal service to God and the church

Can’t we do away with dinner and save time, trouble, and money?

To have only part of the program destroys the essence of its success. To eliminate any of the program diminishes its importance and success by over one-half. The value of LOGOS is not the activities offered, but a total program of growing relationships.

Can’t this be on a Sunday?

There is a real value in mid-week education. It tends to teach that religion is not separate from daily activities. It is relevant to young people – much of their major activity occurs during the weekday school year. Attendance on weekdays is almost guaranteed; Sunday, for many, has become a day of recreation and absenteeism.

I work. How can I fulfill my requirement for parental participation?

There are a variety of opportunities for parental participation in LOGOS which will be discussed at the parents meetings. If none of these suit your work schedule, please speak with the director for other possibilities.

Doesn’t this compete with Sunday School?

No. In every situation where LOGOS is used, the tendency has been to upgrade Sunday School. The children come to Sunday School as better friends and with better background to add to class discussions, etc…

Can my neighbor, who belongs to another church, join?

The program is open to all children in the community. However, we request that all children participate in services at St. John’s Lutheran Church when they are scheduled to sing or play handbells with their choir.

Can my child come to only one part of the program?

No. The value of the LOGOS Program is not the activities offered but a total program of growing relationships through a variety of activities. It is a balanced approach and understanding to Christian discipleship that seeks to nurture the whole person in the context of a caring Christian community.

How important is it for my child to be in worship service?

Very!! We feel the Sunday worship experience is central to your child’s spiritual growth. We will expect them to be present.

Is it important that my child attend weekly?

Sporadic attendance lessens the importance of LOGOS in your child’s mind and in the minds of their peers who are also affected by their absence. Your child may need encouragement from you now and then to be regular in attendance.
 

Provision for Participation in School Activities