The Relevant Youth
OCTOBER 2012 |
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OCTOBER EVENTS
CALENDAR
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CROSSROADS
October
7th- Tune Up 9-10:30am
7th- CR 5-7 pm @ Cherrydale Baptist Church
3910 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207
14th- Tune Up 9-10:30am
14th- CR 5-7pm
@ Cherrydale Baptist Church
3910 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207
21st- Tune Up 9-10:30am
21st- CR 5-7pm
@ Cherrydale Baptist Church
3910 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207
23rd- LISTEN! 6:30-8:30,
7th- 12th grade girls
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
3022 Woodlawn Avenue
Falls Church, VA 22042
27th- UPROAR! 4-5:30pm
Pumpkin Carve & Smash, Kings' House
225 Midvale Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
28th- Tune Up 9-10:30am
28th- CR 5-7pm
@ Cherrydale Baptist Church
3910 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207
CORNERSTONE
October
7th- Cornerstone 6:30-8:45pm @
Cherrydale Baptist Church
3910 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207
14th- Cornerstone 6:30-8:45pm @
Cherrydale Baptist Church
21st- Cornerstone 6:30-8:45pm @ Cherrydale Baptish Church
23rd- Listen: 6:30-8:30pm, 7th-12th grade girls!
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
3022 Woodlawn Avenue
Falls Church, VA 22042
27th- House party @ the Menons'! 319 Grove Ave. Falls Church, VA 22046.
28th- Cornerstone 6:30-8:45pm @ Cherrydale Baptish Church
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Crossroad's Grate Patrol
Food to the Homeless
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|  One Saturday morning a month, ten middle school students have the opportunity to serve breakfast to those who are homeless in DC. Our next Grate Patrol is Saturday, November 3rd from 4:50am to 10:00am. Spaces are limited and spots must be reserved! Students can be dropped off and picked up in the back parking lot of 150 S Washington Street, Falls Church.
Please RSVP with Eric as spots are very limited.
Next Grate Patrol is November 3!
Future Dates:Dec 1, Jan 26, and April 20.
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High School Service
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Sunday mornings are a perfect time to serve!
We are encouraging high school students to get involved in the life of the church by serving alongside adults on Sunday mornings.
- Help with the children during the 9am or 11am service. Application-Email Jane with any questions.
- Help with setup/teardown of O'Connell-Email Jill
- Be part of worship team-Email Jamie
- Be part of the choir-Email Simon
- Be an acolyte- serve in the service-email
- Help with parking for one of the services-Email Jill
- Help greet and welcome people -Email Erin
- Help with sound/slides during worship-Email Andrew
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Cornerstone
High School
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September 23 & 30
6:30-8:45pm
Cherrydale Baptist Church 3910 Lorcom Lane Arlington, Va 22207 We are excited for the upcoming year. Help us make everyone feel welcome. Come grow in Christ, build relationships, and step out of your comfort zone. This year is going to be awesome!!! Bring $5 for dinner if you want to eat. Come play 9-square, hang out with friends, and have a great night! |
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WE want to meet YOU!!
| |  Please feel free to stop by the Youth Office (150 S Washington St, Falls Church - Suite100) Tuesdays through Fridays! Eric and Betsy would love to meet you and put faces to names! If you have any questions or need more information about Crossroads, please don't hesitate to contact them! Betsy can be reached at betsy@tfcanglican.org and Eric can be reached at eric@tfcanglican.org |
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UPROARS
for MIDDLE SCHOOL
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Our Crossroads Uproar party for October is a Pumpkin Carve & Smash (smashing is optional!) at the Kings' house (225 Midvale Street, Falls Church 22046) on October 27th from 4:00-5:30pm. We'll be having a pumpkin carving competition, fall games, lots of candy, and an epic pumpkin smashing contest, too! Please have your students BRING THEIR OWN PUMPKIN!!!!! Questions? Contact Eric
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Crossroads!
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Crossroads meets every Sunday night from 5-7pm at Cherrydale Baptist Church! We're all about having fun and learning more about our relationships with Jesus. Each Sunday, we begin with eating dinner together (bring $5), playing a few games, and hearing a talk. Then we split up into small groups (by gender and grade), led by our awesome volunteer adult leaders. Encourage your students to come and bring their friends! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Betsy (betsy@tfcanglican.org) or Eric (eric@tfcanglican.org).
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CORE
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Applications are now available for the Crossroads CORE leadership group. CORE is a monthly gathering of 7th and 8th grade students who love Jesus and want to learn about leadership and having servant hearts. If your student is interested in being a part of CORE, please go to our webpage www.tfcanglican.org/crossroads for information and the application. Applications need to be turned into Betsy and Eric by October 22nd. We will then notify your student of his/her acceptance. Our first CORE meeting is November 7th from 7-8pm at the Youth Office (150 S Washington Street, Suite 100, Falls Church 22046).
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Greetings!
Jim says...
Weekly, I am asked to write reference letters for schools, jobs, scholarships. I usually like doing them, but some become difficult. Most times I do not have the information I need, to do an excellent recommendation letter, in the time requested. Many times enclosed school forms are not filled out completely or signed. I find myself, at 5:00am, looking up online the address for an admissions office or the address of the requester, in order to fill out their potion of the recommendation (which I did today). Also, I find myself having to put the recommendation aside until I get a signature. I'm not sure you want it sitting in the youth office for a week.
The request to write a recommendation needs to be in writing- not a comment in the hallway of church or a phone call- that says "I need a recommendation letter by next week- can I pick it up at CS?" One phrase I always remember--- "Not in writing--didn't happen."
Here's what I need to write good reference letters:
1. At least three weeks' notice.
2. Who is the letter is about - your full name spelled out correctly- not nicknames or assumptions.
3. Full contact information should be included - cell phone, address, school presently attending, parents' names.
4. Which youth programs the person has attended - Cornerstone, Work Trips, Fusion Leadership-etc. - with basic dates and years.
Yes, I know you went on the New Orleans Trip or helped at Fusion, but give me the year(s) and any other specific, noteworthy contributions/service you may have provided.
5. Who the letter is to go to.
6. Envelopes that are CORRECTLY addressed to the school's admissions office, etc., with postage stamps included.
7. Any forms printed off with the upper portion filled out completely and SIGNED in the right spot. It's important to give me the right forms, not the teacher forms. Please double check.
8. If not mailed, it is your responsibility to pick them up, do not ask the youth staff or office to deliver it to you at Cornerstone or wherever you may be.
9. Please indicate if there are any special requests, like signing the back of the envelope or anything that may be missed.
I want to give you my best!
Help me help you! And always, pray for God's will!
Jim Byrne
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Meet the Youth Ministry Staff
| |  WHO ARE WE? The Falls Church Youth Ministry Office has 6 full-time staff and 2 Fellows working part-time. We have 2 separate (but complimentary) departments, middle school and high school. Our middle school program is known collectively as "Crossroads" and our high school program is known as "Cornerstone." Our office is at 150 S. Washington St., Suite 100, Falls Church, VA 22046. This is now both our physical address and our mailing address. Youth Ministry Office Phone: 571-282-0300. (The Falls Church Anglican Main Office #: 571-282-0100) - Jim Byrne is the overall Director of The Falls Church Youth Ministry office and all staff is under his guidance and leadership.
- Betsy Christian is the Assistant Director of Crossroads and middle school women volunteers.
- Eric Garner is the Coordinator for the boys in Crossroad and middle school men volunteers.
- Mike Steenhoek is the Assistant Director for the boys in Cornerstone and high school men volunteers.
- Elizabeth Price or Liz Price is the Coordinator for the girls in Cornerstone and high school women volunteers.
- We also have 2 "Fellows" in our office: 1 each for Crossroads and Cornerstone. Heather Campbell is the Crossroads' Fellow and Preston Hansen is the Cornerstone Fellow working in the YM office this year. They work directly under the full-time office staff.
- Marti Alderfer is the Administrative Assistant in the office, assisting Jim Byrne and each department.
- Youth Family - the 60-70 volunteers who meet with the students on Sunday evenings, connect with students, participate in events and trips, and lead small groups.
While Crossroads and Cornerstone are separate departments or ministries, they work together to compliment and support each other. The entire office staff meets together at least once/week (usually Tuesday mornings) to pray, coordinate and plan. The purpose of the Student Ministries of The Falls Church is to bring glory to God by fostering an environment that will allow the youth to dedicate their lives to Christ and mature in their walk with Him. We desire to see adolescents grow faithful to the Lord with the support of their community of peers and the discipleship of the Youth Family. |
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LISTEN!
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For Girls Only...
Grades 7-12. Tuesday, Oct 23, 6:30-8:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 3022 Woodlawn Ave, Falls Church, 22042.
We will take one evening in the fall (Tues Oct 23) and one evening in the spring (Tues April 23) to talk about what it means to be God's woman in today's culture. $5 at the door covers materials and snacks. Bring a friend with you!
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PARENT VOLUNTEERS-WE NEED YOU!
| |  Every Tuesday night our 80+ volunteer leaders, known as the Youth Family, gather for dinner, fellowship, teaching, and training. As we did in September, we will be occasionally be purchasing these meals. Each meal costs approx. $400. If you would be interested in helping provide Youth Family dinners and would like to help by contributing financially towards their purchase, please send a check made out to: The Falls Church Anglican and note Youth Family Dinner Contribution in the memo line. Mail to:
Youth Ministries
The Falls Church Anglican
150 S. Washington St
Suite 100
Falls Church, VA 22046
We are now ready for volunteers to sign up on the CARECALENDAR to contribute a main dish, salad or dessert for a Tuesday night Youth Family Dinner. Recipes for the main dish are set and on the Calendar. There is also information on dates needed, where to deliver the food and other details. The leaders love the home-cooked food and the opportunity that these dinners give them to come together and be more equipped to serve your students!
To access Youth Family's personal CareCalendar site,
visit http://www.carecalendar.org/logon/84713 and enter the following information in the appropriate spaces:
CALENDAR ID : 84713
SECURITY CODE : "cook"
OR email Marti and she will be happy to add you!
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| Youth Ministry Scholarships | |  Parents, an important word about scholarships (and some other details) for Breakaway.....
We are in need of scholarship funds, as this year they have all been depleted to zero. If you would like to help a young person go to Breakaway, please pray and talk as a family about helping to pay for another young person to go. I am sensitive to this issue, because when I was a teenager, I received a scholarship for the first youth trip I ever went on. I'm not sure I would be a youth pastor if a man in the church in 1970 had not paid my way as a fifteen year old.
BREAKAWAY DATES: (registration opening in a few weeks! Tell your friends about Breakaway now! Invite them all!)
CORNERSTONE (High School) Feb 15-18, 2013
Registration Deadline: Jan. 21, 2013 - after this date a $25 late fee will be charged.
Payment Deadline: Jan. 21, 2013 - after this date a $25 late fee will be charged. No checks may be post-dated past Jan 21 or an additional $25 late fee will be applied.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Jan 14, 2013, after this date a $25 late fee will be charged in addition to percentage owed. All payments (including scholarship payments) are due by Jan 21 or an additional $25 late fee will be charged. Contact Marti for scholarship application.
Cancellations: After Jan 31 cancellations result in ½ forfeiture of registration fee; After Feb 7 forfeit full registration fee.
CROSSROADS (Middle School) March 8-10, 2013
Registration Deadline: Feb 11, 2013 - after this date a $25 late fee will be charged.
Payment Deadline: Feb 11, 2013 - after this date a $25 late fee will be charged. No checks may be post-dated past Feb 11 or an additional $25 late fee will be applied.
Scholarship Application Deadline: Feb 4, 2013, after this date a $25 late fee will be charged in addition to percentage owed. All payments (including scholarship payments) are due by Feb 11 or an additional $25 late fee will be charged. Contact Marti for scholarship application.
Cancellations: After Feb 21, cancellations result in ½ forfeiture of registration fee; After Feb 28 forfeit full registration fee.
Suggestion: get all forms and payments in and sign up early!
IMPORTANT POLICY FOR SAFETY AND LIABILITY:
NO teenagers are to drive themselves up or back from Breakaway. ONLY a parent can drive young people up late or pick up early. If any arrangements are to be made, they must be made between parents. The YM office will not arrange rides for you. Please email the youth office with any student who will be arriving late or leaving early AND which parent will be driving him/her.
Also, as some have asked, we cannot reduce the cost for a student who will only be there for a portion of the weekend. This is a choice/cost you will have to weigh in your decision.
There is no planned early bus departure - only in the event of emergency/inclement weather.
Thanks! We are so looking forward to these Breakaway Weekends!
Jim Byrne
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| Cornerstone Leadership Weekend!!! | |  Students in 10th-12th grade are invited to join us for a weekend of spiritual growth and leadership training from Nov 9-11. This is a great opportunity to learn what it means to be a spiritual leader and serve the Lord at home, school, and Cornerstone. Watch for Registration information coming soon!!! |
| Cornerstone Party at the Menons! | |  This just in, confirmation of a High School Party scheduled for October 27th at the Menons' establishment (319 Grove Ave. Falls Church, VA 22046) from 8-11 pm! There will be great food and hanging with friends! Anyone in High School is welcome! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Mike Steenhoek or Liz Price. |
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Cornfield Sunday
You are invited to join in on all the fun this Sunday, October 7th, 12:30-2pm, Bishop O'Connell courtyard, for some delicious BBQ and homemade desserts as well as pizza for the children. We'll also have two Moon Bounces for the children to romp and play. A suggested donation of $10 for Adults and $5 for children would be greatly appreciated. Please dress casually, bring a picnic blanket for lunch on the lawn and expect to meet a few new friends! If you'd like to bake a pie or a few dozen cookies, email Lynn Nelson: lnelson@tfcanglican.org.
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Confirmation Class! | | |
Confirmation Schedule
There will be a 10-session Confirmation class for High School age students beginning Feb 3, 2013. The Confirmation service will take place May 5, 2013. The class will be taught by David Gustafson. Please contact Mr. David Gustafson at gustafso@hotmail.com
Feb 3, 2013: Session 1
Feb 10, 2013:Session 2
Feb 17, 2013:[No class, "Breakaway" & Pres. Day weekend]
Feb 24, 2013:Session 3
Mar 3, 2013:Session 4
Mar 10, 2013:Session 5
Mar 17, 2013:Session 6
Mar 24, 2013:Session 7 (Palm Sunday)
Mar 31, 2013:[No class, Easter Sunday]
Apr 7, 2013:Session 8
Apr 14, 2013:Session 9
Apr 21, 2013:Session 10
Apr 28, 2013:[No class]
May 5, 2013: Confirmation Sunday |
HIDE & SEEK- Where did everyone go?
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Youth Ministry of TFCA
150 South Washington St Suite 100
The best way to contact the staff is via emails - first name followed by @tfcanglican.org. However, we love to talk too; our new youth office number is 571-282-0300. When calling this number, you are able to access all of the Youth Ministry staff's extensions. Also, there is a message line
where you may find updates on youth events, times, locations.
Because of the transition and financial burdens of the church, we are currently rebuilding our scholarship fund. We welcome contributions to our scholarship fund which enables students with difficult financial circumstances to participate in trips and Fusion. Make checks payable to The Falls Church Anglican and note Youth Ministry Scholarship Fund in the Memo line. Thank you. We especially want to thank all of you, students, parents and leaders for your prayers and support during this challenging season and ask that you would continue to help us in these ways.
Sincerely,
Marti Alderfer
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