 EVENT CALENDAR
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Created to Create is
the story of a group of unwitting teenage skateboarders and
snowboarders that when faced with the question "Why were you created?"
yell back loud and clear. Professional skateboarder Richard Mulder
leads you through ten years with this band of boarders as they travel
America doing what they were created to do.
Other Events:
November 28th
Expedition BBQ
The Armory
Costa Mesa, CA
1pm -3pm
Nike SB/Skate Mental Launch Party
San Mateo, CA
8pm
December 3rd - 6th
16th Annual Tampa Am
The Skatepark of Tampa
Tampa, FL
December 5th
Girl/Chocolate Skateboards Christmas Party
Ace Hotel
Palm Springs, CA
December 12th-13th
Andy Kessler Memorial Foundation
Benefit Art Show
New York City, NY
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WATCH:
Red Hatchet's Halloween Montage
 Here is some footage from the Red Hatchet crew featuring two of Untitled's riders, Jared Lee and Kerry Webb. Click on the image to watch it now.
 Why Tom believes:
Check out Untitled Skateboard's Tom Geilfuss as he shares his testimony. Click on the image to see this Steelroots clip.
The Uprising Season 2 Has Begun
Check out the newest episodes of The Uprising, Season 2, on Steelroots.com
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GET SOCIAL:
Have you heard about our new social network? It is designed just for those involved with skate ministries. Whether you run a ministry or just attend one, jump on the network and meet others from all around the globe.
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GET SOCIAL:
Have you heard about our new social network? It is designed just for those involved with skate ministries. Whether you run a ministry or just attend one, jump on the network and meet others from all around the globe.
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PRAYER REQUEST: Do you have a prayer request?Please email us and let us know how we can be praying for you!
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Some of you may have heard about our new partnership with Compassion International. Why do we partner with Compassion? Christian Skaters partners with ministries in 90% of the locations where Compassion has projects. We have seen first hand what Compassion does in the lives of the children in these areas. Many of us dream about changing the world. For just a little over $1 a day we can make a lasting impact in the life of a child. We might not be able to change the world, but that small sacrifice will change a child's world. Join us and together we can make a difference.
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Need Insurance?
It's all over the news. Staggering health insurance rates keep most of us uninsured. But, if you are a skater, this could be a BIG problem. With Christian Skaters new partnership with XSI we can offer both park & individual insurance at rates never before available. For less than $18 you can be cover for injuries and more.
Want more info? Email us at info@ChristianSkaters.com |
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2009 in Review
 It's been a busy year here at Christian Skaters. We are truly thankful for every individual and ministry who
partnered with and prayed for us in 2009. We have had teams travel all around the world and are humbled to see how the Lord is using something like Skateboarding.
Skate Missions have kicked off full-force and we look forward to many more in 2010. Plans are already in the works for Pakistan, Sweden, Uganda and Ecuador. Our heart is to begin to raise support for those out there doing full-time mission work. Skaters like Brian Sumner, David Reasbeck, BFC, Untitled, and others have devoted their lives to sharing the Gospel. It is our desire to raise awareness to how they are serving and their needs. We also want to get you involved. Some are called to go, some are called to pray and some are called to support. Pray about ways you might partner with us in 2010. Maybe you have unused air miles that you might be willing to donate to a mission. There are so many ways to get involved.
We hope to continue to equip and encourage those with a heart for skaters. 2010 plans include more resources for skate ministries and discipleship. The great commission tells us to "go and make DISCIPLES of all nations" and it is our heart to create resources to equip ministries to pour into skaters. Please pray that the Lord provides the resources and workers to make this a reality.
The 2009 Skate Conference was amazing and we look forward to 2010. We will again host our US Conference and have plans for Europe & Brazil. Our partner CS ministries in Africa, South Africa & the UK will also once again be hosting events.
Christian Skaters is on a mission to equip and encourage. We thank you for all you have done to be a part of how the Lord used this ministry in 2009. Countless skaters were impacted in over 90 countries around the globe. Praise the Lord!
Want to join the team making an impact in 2010? We are looking for skaters, ministry leaders, videographers, editors, and others who want to serve. If this is you, please feel free to email us at info@ChristianSkaters.com
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REWIND: Innovative Evangelism Conference 2009
 There are a few ministries that have come alongside Christian Skaters along the year to encourage and guide us. One of those ministries is the Luis Palau Association. In 2005, LPA, formed the Livin' It Alliance as part of it's Next Generation Alliance. LPA brought together ministries from BMX, motorcross, skate, surf, snowboarding, and wakeboarding with the vision to form an alliance of ministries. Similar to the focus of Christian Skaters within skate, the Livin' It Alliance began to create unity among all of the Action Sports ministries. This month Livin' It Alliance joined the Creative Arts Alliance and evangelists from all around the world for an  event in Portland with speakers like Luis Palau, Mile McPherson, Andrew Palau & Dinesh D'Souza.
Christian Skaters was blessed to host a workshop on skateboarding in the 10/40 window. We joined Untitled riders Jud Heald & Tom Geilfuss for skate sessions at The Department of Skateboarding & Burnside. And, were able to catch up with Mario from D2LRevelution.net, The crew from Skatechurch, Vic & Joh
n from Action Sports Outreach, Tim Bryne, Walking on Water, Nations Foundation and many others. It is always great to hang out with these ministries.... Read more »
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GO: Ecuador Skateboard Outreach and Work Team
 Join Touch the World Ministries and our friends at Solid Foundation in New Jersey for a Skate Mission to Ecuador July 13-18, 2010. Your Mission: Make
the Quito, Ecuador skatepark skate-able again! Encourage and build up
this skate scene both physically and spiritually. Once the construction
projects are finished, your team will host a skate contest for the
locals. Share what God has done in your life with each new friend you
make. Start saving up your used [but in good shape] decks, trucks,
wheels, shoes, etc. Bless the locals with some "new" gear! In Quito,
many kids share boards and shoes - if they even wear shoes at all! Your
simple gift can make a great impact on the lives of young skaters in
Ecuador. Interested in joining the team? Cost is $1050 plus airfare and you must be at least 16 years old.
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NEWS:
 Foolishness premieres around the globe
Foolishness has now premiered in Arizona, California, Florida, New Mexico, and many other locations. Premieres are slated for the UK and beyond.Plans are now in the work for the skate film to be subtitled, translated and televised around the world. Skate Bible asks for your prayers as they step forward in faith in this new journey the Lord has laid before them.
Boarders for Christ trip to Egypt
 BFC just returned from Egypt and the Lord used the team in incredible ways. He also used the trip to greatly impact those who were part of the team. Wes Luke said, "The Lord has broken my heart for egypt and it has a special place in my
heart. I feel that I was meant to be a missionary and serve like we
have in egypt. I am home with fewer worries because God has shown me
how blessed I am here
in America. I realized everything I have is Gods so I must trust him
and be willing to give it up. It truelly is a blessing to serve and a
blessing to be called a child of God. He gives us grace to allow us to
be used by him when because of our sin we deserve death. God bless!
keep seeking Jesus and be bold in your faith."
 Zac Archuleta turns Pro
Friend & Siren Skater Zac Archuleta turn pro. Congrats to Zac and check out his new board at sirenskate.com
Skate in NYC
I Roll NY has been hit with some more exclusive photos of the Pier 62
skate park that's rumored to be a free public park after completion.
More photos on the park development, including an even closer look
inside the terrain will be up soon. The park is of course located in
Manhattan, NY. The park may be mistaken as the Chelsea Piers skate park
due to the location, but the Hudson River is city property that Chelsea
leases and they gave back that particular pier which means, city owned
and funded or free as it should be. Thanks to Ado for the information.
Ray Barbee Vault
Ray Barbee is celebrating 20 years of his skateboarding career. In honor of this, Vans
is re-issuing Ray Barbee's Chukka, Era, & Old Skool. Each shoe has
been re-produced with the correct artwork, construction, materials,
colorways, and packaging. The Vans Ray Barbee collection is available
at most Vans Vault retailers.
 Josiah Gatlyn launches USKO
Just in time for the holidays and chilly winter months, Stereo sound agent Josiah Gatlyn and his girlfriend have recently launched a beanie company called USKO.
 Christmas is coming
Christian Skater's family member, Josh Husdon at Ocean Avenue is ready for your holiday orders. If you have a shop visit them online at oceanavenuesk8.com or call 321-777-9494
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GET INVOLVED: Opportunities to serve in Skate Ministry
 Street Team
Help spread the word about Christian Skaters. Volunteers are needed to spread the word online and at events throughout the world. If you believe in our mission and want to serve, let us know.
 Intern
Want some hands-on experience in Skate Ministry? Join us at our hometown park, participate in our Skater's Bible Study, serve at our Free Saturday morning Skate lessons, get tips and see if skate ministry is for you. Motivated interns with a heart to serve are wanted. Want to serve the Lord full time in Skate Ministry? Christian Skaters is putting together a Skate Ministry Discipleship program. You will spend four months in life changing discipleship, then serve two months at our skatepark ministry. You will leave changed, equipped and ready to serve the Lord. Our campus offers a Bible College & School of Worship where you can grow while serving at our skate ministry. To find out more, email us today.
 Serve as a Skate missionary
Serve in the UK, Sweden, or Guatemala. Christian Skaters is looking for
dedicated skaters who love the Lord to serve as missionaries in various
skate ministries. Long and short term opportunities available.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, SIMPLY REPLY TO THIS EMAIL.
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Each of the following companies donates a percentage of sales to Skate Missions around the Globe or partners with Christian Skaters to impact the skateboarding culture. Show your support by shopping at these companies this holiday season.
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Christian Skaters 2009
gift catalog
GIFT 1:
Did you know that skateboarding has been established in 75% of the 10/40 window? Places like Egypt, India, China, Saudi Arabia, and others have embraced the sport but have yet to hear about the Good News. The Lord is using skateboarding and those in the skateboarding industry in ways never before imagined. Give the gift of a year of partnership with Christian Skaters. A suggested gift of only $25 can help CS to continue to reach skaters around the globe through mission, the Internet, magazine, and more.
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GIFT 2:
A donation of only $40 gives many youth who we visit a chance to be a kid. Your donation can give a skateboard to a kid forced to grow up quickly in often harsh situations - poverty, HIV, war, etc. Skateboarding can be a tool to teach endurance, perseverance, build confidence, and share the love of Jesus Christ. This suggested donation of $40 will bring a pro model skateboard to one kid on a 2010 Skate Mission of your choice.
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GIFT 3:
Each year Christian Skaters and it's partner ministries head out around the globe to build ramps, plant skate ministries and train others to reach skaters and the skateboarding culture. In 2009 CS and partner ministries visited or served in Sweden, Austria, England, Scotland, India, Egypt, Jamaica, Liberia, Uganda, South Africa, Australia, Guatemala, Chili, Nicaragua, and more. 2010 already has plans for Uganda, Sweden, & Pakistan. A suggested gift of only $200 can help CS to buy much needed supplies to build a ramp to leave behind on one of their 2010 Skate Missions.
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GIFT 4:
CS Skate Missions are done by volunteers and partners of our ministry. Each skater must raise therein own funds for travel, food & lodging as they follow their call to reach skaters around the globe. This suggested donation of $500 will help underwrite the cost to send a willing volunteer on a 2010 Skate Mission.
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NEW RESOURCES:
 CS Resource USB Drive
Every resource you need to start a skate ministry loaded on our exclusive 2Gig USB drives designed specifically for Christian Skaters.
You will find information on Building Ramps, Contests & Demos, Discipleship, Fundraising, Growth in Ministry, Media & Marketing, Non-Profits & Charities, Starting Your Ministry, Running Your Park, Sample Forms, Teams, VolunteersAnd More.
This is the first and only resource of it's kind with over 10 years of ministry experience packed in one place. No longer is there a need to re-invent the wheel. These items have been time-tested in skate ministry and are available for you to use to reach skaters in your area. Buy these now for $50 each (including shipping within the continental USA)
 Public Skatepark Development GuideHundreds of new skateparks are being built every year. It is a boom
era for public skateboarding facilities. However, no public skatepark
has ever been built without a group of dedicated advocates promoting
the project. This new book encourages and guides people through the
skatepark process.
Skatepark advocacy is usually a lonely
effort. Groups have been isolated in their activity and were required
to research the most effective ways to build support for their project.
The non-profit organization, Skaters for Public Skateparks
(SPS), was founded in 2004 to address the need for accessible skatepark
advocacy information and now reaches thousands of advocates across the
world. Until the creation of SPS, precious few resources existed to
support the cause. Now a single, comprehensive book guides the advocate
from the early stages of envisioning, through planning and development,
all the way to managing the open facility.
The Public Skatepark Development Guide
is the world's first comprehensive instructional manual on skatepark
advancement and is a publishing collaboration between the International
Association of Skateboard Companies, Tony Hawk Foundation, and SPS. The
Guide presents the collected wisdom of dozens of the nation's most
effective skatepark proponents and expertly discusses every stage of
skatepark creation.
FOOLISHNESS - Premiere it at your church Foolishness full-length dvd is now out and available for sale for $15 each (including shipping in the Continental US). You can now premiere the full length film at your church. Interested? Email us at info@ChristianSkaters.com to find out how. |
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