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September 1st -3rd
Huntngton Beach, CA
2008 US Skate Conference

Want to meet others who skate & love the Lord? Need help starting a skate ministry or just bringing it to the next level?

Then, DON'T MISS, the 2008 US Skate Conference.
Join Christian Skaters, September 1st - 3rd, at The Sanctuary in Huntington Beach California. Hear those in skate ministry, pro skaters, pastor and more speak their hearts on why they feel called to make a difference in the lives of skaters by sharing the truth of Christ Jesus.

For more information, go to www.SkateConference.com

EVENT

Freedom Skateboards Demos
August 23rd
West Shore Free - Mechanicsburg, PA

ASR, San Diego
Join us Friday & Saturday Morning for an Industry Outreach & Fellowship with Christian Skaters, Livin It, Brian Sumner & Josh Harmony

September 12-14, 2008

Surf Expo, Orlando
Stop by our booth and say hello!

December 4 - 7, 2008

Tampa Am, Skatepark of Tampa

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DO SOMETHING: Causes

How can we each make an impact? As I step back and look at this generation, we are the generation that puts things into action. We see what we don't like and get up and DO SOMETHING about it. This new ENews feature will give you ideas on how to get involved.
As this first feature, we ask you each to consider joining us in our mission. You can make a difference from your living room. HOW?

Join our cause on MySpace or Facebook
Nominate us for the MySpace Impact Awards: Winners receive a grant from MySpace
Be a FOOT SOLDIER: Spread the word-Tell your friends, your pastor, your church about Christian Skaters and get a CS Home Study started.
Join us on a SKATE MISSION
Intern at our US OFFICE this summer: Interns come to Florida to help at our office at one week segments
Pray for our ministry every Monday
Give others ways to start skate ministries: Our giving allows others to build ramps to reach skaters. You can impact skaters around the globe!
When you shop, purchase from our affiliates (Skype, CafePress, Vista Print), as they contribute a portion of sales to the ministry.
On Ebay, consider choosing Christian Skaters to receive a percentage of your sales.

SCHOLARSHIPS NEEDED

We are asking for your partnership on behalf of an awesome couple with such a heart for skaters. We ask that you prayerfully consider donating towards a scholarship that would provide for them to attend this year's Skate Conference. Buck Tara run Christ for Life SkateChurch in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Their ministry continues to impact the lives of youth in their area. They wish to attend this year's skate conference but are short on funds. If this is something you feel lead to help with, please contact Buck & Tara through there website at http://www.christforlifeskatechurch.com

Join Christian Skaters as a partner ministry and receive 1/2 off the 2008 Skate Conference Registration. For more information, reply to this email.

ART CONFUSES DARK
Monday, September 1st
The Light Gallery
Costa Mesa, California
8pm

Painting by Chase Halland

Join us as some of todays top skaters exhibit their personal art. Browse and even buy! Music will be provided by Alexander, Josh Hamrony, & Dave Reasbeck.

MEET:Conference Contributors Part 2
Meet some of those who will be part of the 08 Skate Ministry Conference. To register, visit www.SkateConference.com

For full list including Jay Haizlep, Brian Sumner, Richard Mulder, Josh Harmony, Alexander, Dave Reasbeck, & Jud Heald, see the skate conference website.

Christian Skaters is bringing a few of it's krew to share their passions at this year's Skate Conference.

Joe Ferraro is one of the founders of Christian Skaters. He will be sharing his heart and wisdom from over 8 years in skate ministry. Joe is currently the manager at Ramp 48+ Skatepark at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale.

Ulises & Toni Frallicciardi are also co-founders of Christian Skaters. It is a passion and vision of theirs to encourage those in ministry and equip them to reach skaters.

Shelby Render heads up Christian Skaters in Nashville/Franklin. He will be sharing an important message for leaders on how to live a life above reproach in order to honor the Lord and be a bright light in your ministry.

For more info on Christian Skaters, go to www.ChristianSkaters.com

Livin It Alliance has been a very important part of encouraging Christian Skaters to take steps of faith. The Livin It Alliance is a network of action sports ministry and has produced movies, performed at evangelical events around the world and continues to make a major impact in skate ministry.

Maile Weigle, director of Livin It, will join us to share the vision of the Livin It Alliance.

Dave Redelfs, business manager of Livin It, will share the basics of starting a 501(c)3 and biblical principles of fundraising.
For more information about Livin It, go to www.LivinIt.com

Chris Davidson has two passions in life: skateboarding and God. He lives out both dreams on a half-pipe as a pastor at Skatechurch, a ministry of Peninsula Covenant Church in Redwood City, Calif. Chris has been leading groups of skaters on missions to Mexico for several years. He and his wife also recently spent some time in Scotland. Chris will be joining Dave Reasbeck to share about Skate Missions. To read more about his ministry, click here.

Nathan Bemo is the founder of American Ramp Company. American ramp has a reputation for two things....Solid & Innovative Ramp construction and a solid foundation with Christ. Nathan will be joining Jud Heald to teach about ramp building. For more information about American Ramp Company, visit their website at www.AmericanRampCompany.com.

Mark Jannetta is founder of Splinter Youth. He a guy with tons of vision and shares a vision similar to Christian Skaters. He has been a long time partner and a gifted communicator. Mark will speak on leadership in the main session and he will also do a break out about basic skate ministry how-tos. To learn more about Mark's ministry, go to www.SplinterYouth.com

Mike Doyle is the Director of Outreach for Walking on Water. Mike is consistently out serving the Lord through amazing outreaches, movie premieres, contests,... We are stoked that we will have Mike with us this year to share of his amazing experiences around the globe using skate, surf, and film as a platform to share the love of Christ. To learn more about Walking on Water, visit www.WalkingOnWater.com

SHARE: Andre Genovesi's Testimony

Andre is said to be, "one of the most underrated pros out there. His huge pop and amazing switch skills have blown minds from Brazil to the US to Europe." He skates for companies like Hosoi Skateboards, Hurley Clothing, & Royal. He was born in Brazil but now lives with his wife in Newport Beach, California. Check out how Andre found hope in Christ. Click on the image to the left to be redirected to his video.

COMING SOON: The Uprising

What happens when you put three amazing skaters & soldiers for Christ in a reality TV show? An Uprising!

Check out this amazing trailer of the new show, coming soon to Steelroots! Those attending the conference will have a special sneak preview!

Jay Haizlip, Pastor of The Sanctuary, and Brian Sumner will be part of the 08 Skate Conference. Don't Miss It!

GOT ENERGY?
Check Out our new energy drink sponsor! We are stoked to partner with 1 in 3 Trinity Energy Drinks. Not only do they taste amazing but the boldly proclaim the TRUTH! Stop by our booth at ASR or the Surf Expo to try it out for yourself.