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Prayer is not monologue, but dialogue. God's voice in response to mine is its most essential part.
Andrew Murray
This year the TPA Convention will once again be hosting the Adventures in Character (AIC) children's program. AIC is open to all 6-12 year olds that have parents attending the convention. Our most important desire for AIC is to support parents in instilling the principles of God's Word in the hearts and lives of the next generation. Our exciting theme for this year is:

AIC is set up with a mixture of large assemblies and small groups throughout each day of the 2-day convention. You will be given a position as either a teacher or assistant teacher. Both will work together to teach a team of about 15-20 children during the small group sessions. A detailed curriculum and teacher training are provided prior to that time.

Our goal this year is to register between 300 and 400 children. In order for this to be possible we need at least 60 young people to assist. Please fill out the following teacher registration by April 28th. If your registration is accepted, you will receive a confirmation letter, a subscription to "The Adventurer" - a bi-weekly e-newsletter from the AIC staff, and the opportunity to participate in several teacher gatherings and training sessions throughout the month of May. We are looking forward to serving with you!

In addition to teachers and assistants, we are recruiting actors and actresses to participate in the drama that takes place throughout the weekend. If you are interested in being considered for a part, please indicate this on your registration and send it as soon as possible. Those chosen for the drama will be required to have their lines memorized and must attend drama rehearsals (see below for schedule).

The times for this year's conference that you would need to commit include:

2012 AIC Teacher Commitment Times
Date Time Event/Attendees
Thursday, May 3 6:30-9:00 p.m. (Teacher training-mandatory for all teachers, assistants, and drama personnel; Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita) This meeting will include curriculum distribution, team assignments, fun activities, an introduction to this year's theme, time to get to know the other people helping with AIC, and challenging ideas to help you grow in your walk with the Lord.
Thursday, May 10 6:30-9:00 p.m. (Teacher training-optional for all teachers, assistants, and drama personnel; Location: Heartland Community Church) This meeting will include study of several curriculum sessions, practical tips and tools to help you teach effectively, fellowship and idea-sharing with other teachers and assistants, fun, and encouragement.
Thursday, May 17 6:30-9:00 p.m. (Teacher training-optional for all teachers, assistants, and drama personnel; Location: Heartland Community Church) This meeting will include study of several curriculum sessions, practical tips and tools to help you teach effectively, fellowship and idea-sharing with other teachers and assistants, fun, and encouragement.
Thursday, May 24 6:30-9:00 p.m.

(Teacher training-optional for all teachers and assistant teachers; Location: Heartland Community Church) This meeting will include study of several curriculum sessions, hands-on experience with the object lessons, games, and activities in the curriculum, training in teaching strategies, overview of the songs and verses, fellowship and idea-sharing with other teachers and assistants.

Thursday, May 31 5:00-9:00 p.m. (Teacher training-mandatory for all teachers and assistant teachers; Location: Century II Convention Center - Downtown Wichita) This meeting will include logistics, final discussion of concepts to be taught, review of songs and verses, time to set-up and decorate your booth, fellowship with the other teachers and assistants, and a presentation from a guest speaker.
Friday, June 1 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. (AIC in Session with breaks for lunch and dinner)
Century II Convention Center Expo Hall (North End)
Saturday, June 2 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (AIC in Session with a break for lunch)
Century II Convention Center Expo Hall (North End)

Those interested in auditioning for and participating in the drama must also commit to these times:

AIC Drama Commitment Times
Date Time Event/Attendees
Saturday, March 31 1:00-4:00 p.m. (Auditions; Contact the Drama Director for details) Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, April 3 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Full Cast) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, April 5 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Individual Scenes) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, April 10 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Full Cast) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, April 12 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Individual Scenes) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, April 17 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Full Cast) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, April 19 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Individual Scenes) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, April 24 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Scenes 5 and 6) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, April 26 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Scenes 7 and 8) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, May 1 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Scenes 1 and 2) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, May 3 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Scenes 3 and 4) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, May 8 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Scenes 5 and 6) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, May 10 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Full Cast with teachers) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, May 15 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Scenes 7 and 8) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, May 17 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Full Cast with teachers) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Tuesday, May 22 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Dress Rehearsal) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, May 24 7:00-9:30 p.m. (Full Run Through) Location: Heartland Community Church - 457 S Woodlawn in Wichita
Thursday, May 31 12:00-5:00 p.m. (Full Dress Rehearsal) Century II
Friday, June 1 8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. (Performance) Century II
Saturday, June 2 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Performance) Century II

Teachers must be fourteen years of age or older to apply; however, thirteen year olds who served as a student assistant last year in AIC are invited to apply to be Assistant Teachers. If you are interested in helping with this ministry please fill out the registration by April 28, 2012.

If you apply to help and are accepted we will keep you updated with specific information on curriculum, times, locations, dress code, supplies, meals, etc.

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