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| Whats Up @ NFCLYO | The monthly newsletter of the NFCLYO  
Issue No. 59
June 2011 | |
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Greetings!
Be sure to check out the other ways to keep connected to the NFCLYO:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nfclyo Web: www.nfclyo.org
 Twitter: www.twitter.com/NFCLYO YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/nfclyo
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CONVO 2011 Recap
19 youth from across Upstate NY gathered to make a difference
What a CONVO! 19 youth from across our Synod (including 4 from the NFCLYO) attended the annual CONVO youth leaders gathering in Rochester on June 3-7. They discussed tough issues, and created a safe place for the Spirit to enter and healing to begin on some of those tough issues. They also eagerly participated in Synod Assembly, and learned and acted on ways to be a part of the church today.
We've got pictures and video from the 2011 CONVO gathering now posted on www.nfclyo.org (go to Pictures), Facebook and YouTube ! |
Congrats new Synod LYO officers
President comes from the NFCLYO!
Congrats to the following youth who stepped up and will serve on the Synod Lutheran Youth Organization board! They will be engaged with youth and adults from across Upstate New York working together to integrate youth into a fuller life in the church. They are:
President: Abigal Mandris, Town Line, Alden
Vice President: Rachel Truland, Faith, Troy (Albany area)
Secretary: Emily Donovan, Our Saviour, Utica |
Charlie Greene's 50th Anniversary of Ordination
Celebrate the ministry of the original NFCLYO director!
 Prince of Peace Lutheran Church cordially invites you to attend a service in celebration of Pastor Charles Greene's 50th anniversary of Ordination. Pastor Greene was the original director of what would be the NFCLYO from 1971-1989.
The service will be held on Sunday, July 10, 2011 at 9:45am at Prince of Peace, 2311 George Urban Blvd., Depew, NY, 14043. Bishop Marie Jerge will be present to help us celebrate this momentous occasion. A luncheon will follow the service at 12:30pm at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall located at 4592 Broadway (corner of Borden) in Depew. You may attend either or both the service and luncheon. Tickets for the luncheon may be purchased for $25 by contacting the Prince of Peace office at 685-2216. Please note that luncheon seating is limited to the first 225 reservations on a first come, first served basis. Your reservation and check will be returned to you if all tickets are sold. |
NFC Youth Ministry Network Night at the Bisons -TAKE 2
We'll give it another go July 26 at Coca-Cola Field
Come celebrate as the NFCLYO thanks church youth workers for the ministry that they do! It's NFC Youth Ministry Network Night at the Bisons! We were rained out on May 26, so we're giving it another go on Thursday, July 26 at 6:30 pm at Coca-Cola Field, this time against the Sranton-Wilkes Barre Yankees. The first 20 youth workers to contact Rick MG at (716) 465-1321 or on Facebook will have access to FREE TICKETS! Spouses welcome too! If we go over 20, we'll start a wait list. Get your tickets fast!
If it rains this time, we'll gather at an ice cream spot. Any suggestions? We'll post the rain location in next month's newsletter.
Check out our other gathering dates and other opportunities for youth workers at www.nfclyo.org under Youth Workers! |
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LCLC 2011 Summer Camps
It's not too late to get in on another amazing summer at LCLC!Summer camps start July 3 and there's something for everyone!Register now online...head to www.lclcenter.org! |
NFCLYO 40th Anniversary happenings
Be sure to save the date of Friday, September 23 for our Anniversary Coffeeshop Celebration! Live music, food and drink, past directors, old and new friends, memorabilia, and more...all to support the St. John's Lutheran Home for Children: the fund that has kept the NFCLYO ticking every year since 1971! Also keep your eyes open for more past director reflections that will be pouring in soon...such as the newly added reflection from Pastor Greg Hager (1989-1992)!!! |
A look ahead: 2011 Upcoming Events
Get these dates on your calendar:
NFCLYO 40th Anniversary Celebration Coffeehouse: Friday, September 23
NFCLYO 2011-12 Kick-off at Lasertron: Friday-Saturday, October 7-8
NFCLYO Harvest Bash at Harvest House: Friday-Saturday, November 18-19 |
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NFCLYO North Bowling Extravaganza
NFCLYO North, the youth ministry program bringing God's amazing love to those in Niagara and Orleans counties, is ending the school year with a blast! We wrap up another great year with an End-of-Year Campout at Trinity, Wolcottsville on June 17-18 from 7 pm Friday-9 am Saturday! RSVP with Chris George at (716) 380-0330 by June 16.
Check out NFCLYO North info at www.nfclyo.org/north.html. |
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2011-12 CORE Team?
You're invited!!!
Will you be in 10-12th grade next school year? Have a servant's heart, a strong faith and want to get out and make a difference in your peers and others? Consider becoming a part of the next CORE Team! The CORE Team is an active group that witnesses their faith through leading youth events, ministering with those that are disadvantaged, and much more. CORE Team members DO and BE their faith!
If you are leaving 9-11th grades now, you are invited to be a part of CORE in 2011-12! For more info on CORE, contact Rick MG at (716) 465-1321 or at rick@nfclyo.org. You can even connect with CORE on Facebook at "The NFCLYO CORE Team", and get more at www.nfclyo.org/core.html. |
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NFCLYO Road Crew
Adult volunteers wanted!
 The NFCLYO is creating the ROAD CREW, a volunteer opportunity for authentic, available, and affirming* adults that LOVE youth believe they are an important part of the church, and feel a desire to make a positive impact through behind-the-scenes service-even at odd hours!
If you fit this bill, then we invite you to commit to the Road Crew! We are seeking volunteers for our Event Ministries, Back Office tasks, and other areas as needed. The commitment involves an annual orientation, pre-event meeting and serving in your area during the event (4-6 times a year). Back office tasks meet 4 times a year.
If you can help ensure the success of NFCLYO youth ministry, you can apply now using our new online application form! If you can't, but know someone who could, contact Rick MG at (716) 465-1321 or rick@nfclyo.org. Adult volunteers are subject to reference and background checks.
*"authentic, available and affirming" Christians comes from Vibrant Faith Ministries at www.vibrantfaith.org |
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NFCLYO at the Resurrection Food Pantry
 If your church or group is looking for a really neat service opportunity, The Resurrection Food Pantry is available for small groups to work on the third Saturday each month (even during summer)! From 9:30-noon, groups can come and stock shelves, prepare food for distribution and serve clients that come in for services. Give Rick MG a call at (716) 465-1321 for more info and to schedule your group...individuals welcome!
Don't forget to bring food donations to each NFCLYO event! |
ELCA Youth Leader Training series
Workshop and webinar series continues this fall
The ELCA has rolled out a whole new Adult Youth Leader training program! This program comes in three seminars, and a series of online webinars geared towards equipping adult youth leaders for ministering with youth in today's society. It's also great preparation for the ELCA 2012 Youth Gathering, as that event is built on this training program. Each seminar will have the latest news on the Gathering!
The Spring 2011 installment is complete. The next round gets going this fall with the Fall Youth Leader Training Event and Retreat at LCLC on October 28-29 (details coming soon). Aside from this retreat (there is a nominal cost but well worth it!), the entire training and webinar series is free! See the Gathering Timeline or the NFC Youth Ministry Network page for when each piece of this program is happening. |
ELCA 2012 Youth Gathering info
Now is the time to start preparing to head to New Orleans
 The ELCA 2012 Youth Gathering returns to New Orleans on July 18-22, 2012. Registration opens October 9! Get more info on the Gathering at www.elca.org/gathering!
Be sure to get connected to these Facebook groups to keep up on the latest local info, connect with others going, and more:
For everyone (youth and adult): Upstate NY Synod National Youth Gathering 2012 Attendees
For adult youth workers: Upstate NY Synod National Youth Gathering (Adult Youth Leaders)
Get ready!
We've begun posting local NFCLYO info on the 2012 Youth Gathering if you are considering going! Head to www.nfclyo.org/neworleans2012.html for info, a timeline of Gathering-related dates, and ways you can prepare you and your group!
ELCA Youth Leader Training series geared for the 2012 Gathering!
Among the best ways to prepare for the 2012 Gathering is to be a part of the new ELCA Youth Leader Training series! This series is for everyone to come to learn how to best minister with today's youth...the 2012 Gathering is based on these trainings! And at each training event, get the latest info and questions answered about the Gathering! Stay tuned for info on the second part of this series coming this fall to LCLC (see info above for details). |
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Congratulations Class of 2011!!!
Hope to see many of you at LCLC this summer!!!
Rick Mollenkopf-Grill
Niagara Frontier Conference Lutheran Youth Organization
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