Introducing Our Summer Box: Follow the Sun
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Summer is finally here, and we are so excited to share our brand-new Messages from Christ Summer Box with you!
This special box was designed to help children remember an important truth from Scripture:
“I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” — John 8:12
Throughout the summer months, children are surrounded by sunshine, bright colors, outdoor adventures, and growing flowers. As we planned this box, we kept coming back to one beautiful image: sunflowers turning their faces toward the sun.
Just as sunflowers naturally seek the sunlight, we want to encourage children to turn their hearts toward the Son of God.
A Summer Filled With Faith, Creativity, and Fun
Our Summer Box is packed with hands-on activities, meaningful keepsakes, sensory play, and Christ-centered encouragement for both of our age groups:
- Little Disciples (Ages 3–7)
- Faith Builders (Ages 8–12)
Every item inside was chosen to create joyful summer memories while helping children grow closer to Christ.
What’s Inside the Summer Box?
Included in Both Age Groups
🌻 Scripture Letter from Christ
One of the most loved parts of every box is the wax-sealed Scripture Letter written directly to your child. This month’s letter focuses on Jesus as the Light of the World and reminds children to keep their eyes and hearts fixed on Him.
At the bottom of the letter, children will read this special reminder:
“Just as the sunflowers turn their faces toward the sun, we must turn our faces to the Son of God.”
🌻 Sunflower Plush Toy
A soft and cheerful sunflower friend to remind children of God’s light and love all summer long.
🌻 Scripture Memory Card Craft
Children will create a beautiful Scripture memory card complete with bead and twine details — a meaningful keepsake they can display or carry with them.
🌻 Watercolor Paint Set
Perfect for creative summer afternoons and artistic expression inspired by God’s beautiful creation.
🌻 Yellow Stretch Dough Sensory Kit
This bright sensory kit includes:
- Yellow stretch dough
- Pom poms
- Tweezers
- Resin bees
- Resin sunflowers
Sensory play helps children engage creatively while encouraging fine motor skills and imaginative learning.
🌻 Bubbles, Stickers, and Summer Fun
Because childhood should be filled with laughter, sunshine, and joyful little moments.
🌻 Yellow Chalk & Black Paper Art Activity
Kids can create bright “light shining in darkness” artwork using vivid yellow chalk on black paper — a beautiful visual reminder of Jesus as our light.
Little Disciples vs. Faith Builders
While both age groups receive many of the same exciting items, each box also includes age-specific activities designed just for them.
Little Disciples (Ages 3–7)
Our younger children will create a beautiful:
🌻 Sunflower Suncatcher Craft
Children layer colorful tissue paper to create a glowing sunflower that shines beautifully in the sunlight — a simple but meaningful reminder to let God’s light shine through us.
Faith Builders (Ages 8–12)
Older children will receive:
🌻 Wooden Sunflower Painting Craft
A relaxing and creative craft that allows children to paint and personalize their own wooden sunflower decoration.
🧭 Compass Necklace
A special keepsake symbolizing the importance of allowing Christ to guide our path wherever we go.
Why We Created This Box
At Messages from Christ, our goal has always been to create meaningful experiences that help children connect faith with everyday life.
Summer can be busy and distracting, but it can also be a beautiful season for slowing down, making memories together, and pointing our children back to Christ.
We hope this box helps families:
- Have meaningful conversations about faith
- Encourage creativity and imagination
- Create peaceful moments together
- Build lasting memories centered on Jesus
A Reminder for This Summer ☀️
As your children play, paint, create, and explore this summer, we hope they remember:
Just like sunflowers turn toward the sunlight, we are called to turn toward Jesus — the true Light of the World.
We cannot wait for families to experience this joyful summer box together! 🌻