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  Weekly E-news
              April 23, 2010

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in this issue
Chi Rho 30-Hour Famine Lock-In tonight - support them online!
Youth volunteers needed for Vacation Bible School - June 15-18
Special FDC recognition at First Sunday Lunch on May 2
Summer camp and mission trip registration continues


Dear youth and parents,
 
It's an exciting day for our Chi Rho youth as they prepare for a special lock-in tonight that will raise money and awareness for hunger.  Read on to learn more about their 30 Hour Famine experience and how you can support their efforts.  Also, be sure to read about the special First Sunday Lunch that's coming up on May 2 that will include a recognition and presentation of keepsakes for youth who are completing the Faith Development Class

And since many people are asking...Sarah and I do not have a baby just yet.  Her due date was Sunday, but Bell doesn't seem quite ready to join us on the outside.  We had a visit with the good folks at Maternal Observation, who used words like "excellent," "amazing," and "perfect" to describe the baby's health, so there's no need to be concerned that she's a little late.  I'll be sure to spread the news when she arrives!

Grace and Peace,
Russ


Chi Rho 30-Hour Famine Lock-In tonight - support them online!
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Our middle school youth have set a goal of raising $7,200 to feed 20 children for a year by this weekend.  To support our youth, you can still donate online by clicking here.  If Chi Rho succeeds in achieving their goal, the Lanter family will host a party for the youth at their home in May.

 

The Chi Rho Lock-In begins tonight at 7 p.m. and wraps up on Saturday at 1 p.m. If you are planning to attend (or help) and have not registered, please e-mail Anna Ross at anna@uccftw.com so that she knows to expect you!



Youth volunteers needed for Vacation Bible School - June 15-18

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VBS Going Green logoYouth in grades 6-12 are invited to volunteer for UCC's annual Vacation Bible School, scheduled for June 15-18 (Tuesday - Friday).  This year's theme is "Going Green: The Earth Our Home" and youth can volunteer to help with preschool or grades K-3.  There are many areas to volunteer, including recreation, storytelling, music, crafts, decorations, snacks, and serving as an assistant group leader. Click here to download the youth volunteer form, and turn the completed form in to the youth or children's ministry office.
 
 

Special FDC recognition at First Sunday Lunch on May 2
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Our monthly First Sunday Lunch for youth and parents is coming up on May 2, and this month we'll be doing a special recognition of youth who are completing the Faith Development ClassThose graduating from FDC will receive a special keepsakes to mark their transition in the life of the church, presented by their ministers and older youth.  Mark your calendar and plan to head over to Pappas Burger for good food and fellowship following the 11 a.m. worship service (and the brief congregational meeting).  Click here to use Evite to RSVP or invite others to attend.



Summer camp and mission trip registration continues
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Anna's staff photoThe deadline for the early bird discount has passed, but you can still register for summer camps and mission trips. The tally sheet linked below has been updated with the regular camp registration costs, so if you're ready to register for a summer camp or mission trip...

Click here to download a tally sheet for camps and trips.

Click here to download a copy of the summer camp registration form. Just need the dates for each of the camps? You can view or download them as a PDF file by clicking here.

Click here to download the reservation flyer for the Chi Rho Mission Trip (grades 6-8) to Athens, Texas, where we'll work on a number of renovation projects at our church camp, Disciples Crossing. Dates for the trip are June 6-9.

Click here to download the reservation flyer for the CYF Mission Trip (grades 9-12) to Yakama Christian Mission, a Disciple mission center located on a reservation in White Swan, Washington. Dates for the trip are July 18-25.


Youth events on the horizon...
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April 23 - Chi Rho Lock-In (grades 6-8) - 7 p.m.
May 2 - First Sunday Lunch for youth and parents (special FDC recognition)
May 9 - Youth Sunday (8:45 and 11:00 services)
May 12 - Senior Banquet honoring UCC's high school graduates - 6:30 p.m.
May 14-15 - Long-range curriculum planning retreat with Youth Ministry Architects
June 6-9 - Chi Rho Mission Trip to Athens
July 18-25 - CYF Mission Trip to Yakama Christian Mission, White Swan, WA


Staff Links
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Russ Boyd, Associate Minister for Youth - E-mail Russ
Anna Ross, Assistant Minister for Chi Rho (grades 6-8) - E-mail Anna
Jessica Vacketta, Assistant Minister for CYF (grades 9-12) - E-mail Jessica
Sharyn Peterson, Ministry Assistant for Congregation Life - E-mail Sharyn
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