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Kids just ‘wanna’ have fun

byStaff writers
16 December 2007
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THERE are no losers at the highly successful KidsGames.

“Every child is a winner,” KidsGames operations manager in Brisbane Terry Williams said.

“The emphasis for all KidsGames activities is on participation not perfection. All participants receive a gold medal at the end of the games.”

With the use of sport and other energetic activities, young people and families have been reached with the message of hope that the Gospel brings.

One of its strengths is that Christians have reached out to the children and families within their communities.

Local church volunteer Janice Millar is pleased that her community was part of the initiative last year.

She and hundreds of others around Brisbane has seen the benefits of this movement both locally and internationally.

“KidsGames enabled our church to run a great kids’ holiday program adaptable to our local needs but part of a larger city wide and global event,” she said.

Already in more than 150 countries, many churches are running the program as part of their weekly or holiday activities.

Another leader Heather Hall sings its praises.

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“KidsGames has been a very real blessing to our church … leaders have been trained, the local churches have worked together and relationships have expanded with local council and community,” she said.

Brisbane’s Ruth Peckman reflected a similar sentiment.

“The family-night barbecue and presentation was great fun. The parents were impressed and very appreciative of the week’s program.

“Kids introduced their parents to their new friends and leaders,” she said.

Ministry education officer with Brisbane archdiocese’s Youth and Children’s Ministry Team, Carole Danby, said training, resources and promotion were freely available to those interested in the outreach.

“No one owns KidsGames … it’s owned by everyone,” she said.

Registrations are being taken for next year’s intake scheduled for the first week of the June and July holidays.

To find out more or to download an information and registration pack go to

www.brisbanekidsgames.org.au

or call the information line on (07) 3632 2255.

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