We Will Sing!

Catherine will lead a study of Psalms during the month of February.  She began with Psalm 46 on Feb. 5.

God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear,
though the earth should change,
though the mountains shake in the heart of the sea;
though its waters roar and foam,
though the mountains tremble with its tumult.

(verses 1-3)

Welcome to 2012

We got back to business last night with a great evening of games, songs, and Bible study.  We discussed what it means to receive God's "Call".  We also found Bible passages that describe many different reactions to God's call.  We will continue this discussion in the coming weeks, so look for other stories to add to our list.

1) Noah called to build an ark.
2) Abraham called to sacrifice Isaac.
3) Moses called to free Isrealite slaves.
4) David called to be king.
5) Jonah called to preach to people of Ninevah.
6) Mary called to be the mother of Jesus.
7) Disciples called to follow Jesus.
8) Zaccheus called to stop bad business practices.
9) Paul called to stop persecuting Christians.

Merry Advent

My mailbox is flooding with Christmas cards and welcome greetings from many friends.  I don't usually ponder pre-written messages, but this one caught my eye:

"The Word did not become a philosophy, a theory, or a concept to be discussed, debated, or pondered.  But the Word became a person to followed, enjoyed, and loved."

We gather in the name of Christ, the Word made flesh at Christmas.

Christmas Party -- Dec. 18, 6:00 p.m.

All youth and their friends are invited to join the gang at our annual fantastic Christmas party!  We will have pizza and homemade goodies, so come with an empty stomach.  Bring a White Elephant gift ($5 maximum or priceless homemade object).  We will sing some carols and play some games and generally celebrate the season!  Please come!

Advent and Christmas Schedule

Dec. 4 -- Scotch GUARD/TAPE 6:00 p. m.
We will wrap up our study of the Beatitudes and discuss potential Christmas service projects.  Think of ways we can work together to donate time, talents, or other gifts to a worthy cause.

Dec. 11 -- Scotch GUARD/TAPE 6:00 p.m.
Continue to work on service project, and plan Christmas party (Food? Gift exchange? Games?).

Dec. 18 -- Scotch GUARD/TAPE 6:00 p.m.
Christmas Party

Dec. 25 -- NO GUARD/TAPE
"For unto us a child is born."  Merry Christmas to all!!!!

Jan. 1 -- NO GUARD/TAPE
"Here we bring new water from the well so clear
For to worship God with this happy new year."
(words from Medieval carol, c. 1500 A. D.)

Advent is Coming!

The youth are invited to participate in the lighting of the Advent wreath during a regular 10:00 a.m. Sunday worship service.  Please contact K. K. if you would like to join the group representing Scotch TAPE/GUARD.   UPDATE:  We will light the candles on Sunday, November 27.

Lessons Learned

It is hard to be righteous by yourself.  We practice righteousness in the company of others.  Do not make your friends hunger for righteousness.  Offer them justice, empathy, and kindness.  You are the one who will fill the hungry with good things.