Pack your bags and get ready for some Train-theme Murals<\/strong>, as well as a trip down memory lane. \u00a0It was four years ago that I had the unique opportunity of painting a series of murals in the Kids Ministry Center at my church. \u00a0They wanted murals that would make children feel like they were going on a journey aboard the “Grace Express.” \u00a0Given carte blanche to paint whatever I wanted, they ended up with trains in every classroom, an entry way turned into a train station, and even train tracks on the concrete floors! \u00a0The only thing I didn’t do was paint Train-theme Murals<\/strong> in the children’s restrooms. \u00a0That is…until now.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Before I show you what I painted in those bathrooms, I want to share a few pictures of the work I originally did throughout the Kid’s Ministry Center. \u00a0You can even go on a video tour by clicking here:<\/p>\n

[youtube]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3kAxWuiB7xw&t=44s[\/youtube]<\/p>\n

It’s one of my favorite projects to date. \u00a0So, when I was asked recently if I could come up with something for the Kids Ministry bathrooms, I was thrilled. \u00a0Specifically, I was asked to paint something, “colorful, scriptural and encouraging,” which sounded easy enough. \u00a0Except I needed a way to tie it all together with the Train-theme Murals<\/strong>. \u00a0About the only thing I hadn’t already painted was what it looks like\u00a0inside<\/em> a train, and that’s where I found my inspiration. \u00a0I immediately searched for scriptures that would encourage children about their own “journey.” \u00a0Then I went to work sketching out my plans for the two different bathrooms.<\/p>\n

Using a projector, I was able to take my drawings, project them onto the wall, and then trace out my outlines. \u00a0You can see how textured these walls are, which can make it a little difficult to paint with precision.<\/p>\n

Next came the fun part; the painting. I always use acrylic craft paints for my murals, as well as paint samples from the hardware store. \u00a0Here’s a hint: \u00a0Next time you’re at Lowe’s or Home Depot, check out their discounted paint rejects. \u00a0That’s how I’ve managed to stockpile paint in every color.<\/p>\n

In the end, the first bathroom, the one used by K1 children, depicts a young girl sitting in a train noticing a sign as she looks outside her window. \u00a0On it, one of my favorite scriptures, even though I didn’t include the whole thing. \u00a0(It would have been too long, and these children are just learning to read.)<\/p>\n

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Joshua 1:9 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”<\/p><\/div>\n
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The second bathroom, used by toddlers, shows a younger child who is just beginning his journey. \u00a0The suitcases are packed, and joy fills the room, along with a couple of hints of trains.<\/p>\n
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As far as murals go, these ones were pretty simple, but you can see how the punches of color liven up the walls and bring visual interest to the room.<\/p>\n
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While the walls are a fun accent, the truth is, our Kids Ministry staff is doing such a wonderful job “training” up our children in the way that they should go, nearly every church service is packed with kids who love being there. \u00a0It’s only just a matter of time before they outgrow the “Grace Express” area and they’ll have to move in to a bigger space. \u00a0That means these Train-theme Murals<\/strong> will someday be painted over, but God-willing, I’ll have a new set of murals to paint.<\/p>\n
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Thanks for checking out my blog. \u00a0If you belong to a church and are interested in doing something similar with your Kids Ministry area, below are links to all my blog entrees on this topic. \u00a0You’ll see, step-by-step, how it all came together. \u00a0And feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. \u00a0I’m all about sharing things I’ve learned and things I love.<\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.muralsbymarcy.com\/train-station\/<\/a><\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.muralsbymarcy.com\/think-can-think-can\/<\/a><\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.muralsbymarcy.com\/train-themed-murals-part-4\/<\/a><\/p>\n
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