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Youth Road Trip
- Do all your “roads” point to the Cross?
You’ll Never Be Good Enough
As I write this note I am putting the final preparation on our trip to New Orleans for the National Youth Gathering. I have stressed the importance of going for the “right” reasons. This will be my 5th National Youth Gathering and I am more excited about this one. We have some really “good” people attending. I know they’re going for the right reasons and our group as a whole wants to become stronger disciples, but there’s nothing simple about discipleship.
Discipleship is about following Christ. It’s about obeying Jesus – thinking what he wants you to think and doing what He wants you to do. Many of you want more depth to your Christian faith. As the beginning of a new school year is upon us, now is the time to act. Let me help clarify by telling you that a deeper connection to Jesus isn’t simply:
- Showing up to more church events and youth activities.
- Knowing more facts, trivia and information.
- Doing good things.
- Having good motives.
- Trying to be liked by more people.
Loving Jesus to the point of obedience may include all of the above, but those actions by themselves don’t require spiritual depth. Following Jesus means that you know He wants a relationship with you. And sure, God wants you to correct sinful behavior in your life, because it’s hurting you and those that love you. But more than that, God wants you to live by grace! Our ministry is a place where you can be constantly reminded that you’ll never be good enough… but Jesus was! Now, who doesn’t need to hear that on a regular basis? Come on back, get reconnected, and tell a friend.
Your Brother in Christ,
John
YM456 2010
Youth Ministry for Grades 4, 5, and 6
These are two events you may want to attend with your families.
8/5 Check out the Spoke Folk info in the youth newsletter, I’d love to see you there. It’ll be fun and it’s free!
8/11 This Concert is for everyone! I know it’s a little costly, it might be good to plan to go with one parent, or parents maybe this would be a good “date night”.
Indiana State Fair Chris Tomlin and TobyMac Hoosier Lottery Grandstand
Wed, Aug 11, 2010 7:30 PM
Buy your tickets at Ticketmaster today! The cost for Grandstand Seating is $25.00 – $35.00.
2010 Senior High Youth
August Senior High Youth
Sr. High Small Group (8/8, 8/22, 8/29) We meet Sunday nights in the Youth Room (door C7) from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Come to talk about faith, find support, and build friendships to help you with challenges you face each week. Come along as we continue our walk through the Bible.
8/1 Bible Study Breakfast – Join us in the Youth Room Sunday morning at 9:30. We’ll have French Toast or Pancakes and juice followed by a Bible discussion. It’s a good way to feed your body and your spirit.
8/5 Spoke Folk Student Led Worship – for students and families of Jr. and Sr. High Youth – On Thursday, August 5th from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. we will be hosting a group from Spoke Folk. This worship team is a bicycle ministry with Lutheran roots. They travel around from church to church talking about Jesus and lead worship. One of our former youth group members will be on this trip. So come show your support and find out about this unusual ministry. After the service we will play a large group game out on the field.
8/22 Miniature Golf at Otte Golf Center in Greenwood from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Invite your friends to this great course. Bring $5 for your round and maybe a few extra for snacks. Email me to let me know you’re coming and if you need a ride or you will meet us there. Riders will meet in the youth room at 6:30 to be at the course by 7:00ish.
8/28 Volunteer at The Lord’s Pantry from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. We will meet in the youth room (door C7) to go downtown to serve by handing out food to the homeless and whatever other work they need us to do. Come with a heart willing to serve. We only take about 10 students at a time so, let me know by Friday, Aug. 27th if you are going so I can get rides together.
8/29 Sr. High Youth Night from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. We usually meet in the youth room, have some food, study God’s Word and play some games. Plan B for the evening will be a pool party! Keep your eyes posted for more info. to see if the weather is good and we have a place to go.
2010 Junior High Youth
August Junior High Youth
8/1 Bible Study Breakfast in the Youth Room at 9:30 a.m. Host a sleep over at your house on Saturday night and bring your friend to church on Sunday morning. It’s a great way to keep the fun going and share your faith!
8/5 Spoke Folk Student Led Worship – for students and families of Jr. and Sr. High Youth – On Thursday, August 5th from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. we will be hosting a group from Spoke Folk. This worship team is a bicycle ministry with Lutheran roots. They travel around from church to church talking about Jesus and lead worship. One of our former youth group members will be on this trip. So come show your support and find out about this unusual ministry. After the service we will play a large group game out on the field.
8/20 – 8/21 Start the Year Right Overnight at St. John from 8:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m. for 6th – 8th graders Keep an eye out for the permission slip. Our evening will focus on setting priorities and living in grace. We typically have 40 – 50 students or so. We eat well, play games, talk about our faith and worship God. Invite your friends from anywhere. The cost is ONLY $5 if your turn your form in by the 17th, and it’s $10 after that.
8/28 Volunteer at The Lord’s Pantry from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. We will meet in the youth room (door C7) to go downtown to serve by handing out food to the homeless and whatever other work they need us to do. Come with a heart willing to serve. We only take about 10 students at a time so, let me know by Friday, Aug. 27th if you are going so I can get rides together.
September
Save the dates! All 7th and 8th graders planning to attend the Jr. High Youth Rally at Camp Lakeview on September, 17th – 18th. There will be worship, games, speakers, and about 200 other participants! $40 covers your trip, t-shirt and meals.