Our pastor likes to point out that though we often say our children are the future of the church, they are in fact experiencing the church here and now. This morning the children's bell choir had its debut performance, Tannin got to run the Powerpoint show for the service, Elle and her family lit the Hope candle for the second Sunday of Advent, Gabbi collected First Fruits contributions, and all the youngsters participated in the Children's Message and Communion. This 9:00 am worship service is truly a time for families.