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 Weekly E-News September 12, 2014
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Dear youth and parents,
Over the last year a number of people have asked if we will ever do another interfaith "trialogue" that provides an opportunity for our youth to connect with our Jewish and Muslim neighbors to learn about each other's faith traditions. I'm happy to share that the ball got rolling this week, and we are currently planning to offer this event for 8th-12th graders on three Sunday mornings in October and November (each one hosted by a different house of worship). The last trialogue that followed this format in 2010 was one of the most popular youth events that we have done, and I'm excited that a new generation of youth will get to be a part of this learning experience with our neighbors. I will share more details in the near future after the participating congregations nail everything down, but I wanted to let you know this is coming later in the fall!
Read on for more information on youth group meetings, the next TCU football parking fundraiser, and more.
Grace and Peace,
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Sunday evening youth groups continue this Sunday
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Our regular Sunday evening youth programs began last Sunday, and all youth in grades 6-12 will be gathering for prayer, play, discussion, service, bonding, and more every week. Here's the Sunday evening schedule:
4:30 p.m. - Game room and prayer room are open
5:00 - Chi Rho (grades 6-8) and CYF (9-12) youth groups
6:15 - Snack supper in 3rd floor kitchen ($3)
6:45 - You don't have to go home, but you can't stay here
Our Sunday night program for children (CCF/JYF) will also start at 5 p.m., and younger kids are welcome to come up and join us for dinner at 6:15 following the end of their group meetings.
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Next youth football parking fundraiser this Saturday
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Football season is here again, and youth and parents have the opportunity to raise money by parking cars in the church lots for TCU football games. Part of the money raised goes into youth and youth handbell choir reserve funds, and part goes into the individual accounts of those who work each game to use for camps, retreats, trips, and other church events. This year, each hour is worth $50 per family member who works.
The next TCU home game is this Saturday, September 13 against Minnesota. Kickoff is at 3:00 p.m., and we will need volunteers in shifts from 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to control access to our season parking lots and direct cars/take money for the daily parking lots. You can reserve your shift (up to 3 hours) by clicking the button below:
All volunteers are required to sign up online in advance of the fundraiser. If you are having trouble with the SignUpGenius page, please contact me at russ@uccftw.com and I will schedule your shift for you.
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Latte With The Ladies this Saturday at Black Rooster Bakery
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Latte Wit h The Ladies, a monthly intergenerational gathering for women at a local coffee shop, will be this Saturday, September 13. Ladies of all ages are invited to gather at Black Rooster Bakery (2430 Forest Park Blvd.) between 9 and 11 a.m. for tasty beverages and informal conversation. Invite a friend and drop in this Saturday morning!
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Roots participants meet at Sweet Frog on September 21
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From Alison Nicoll, Assistant Minister for Middle School:
On Sunday, September 21, 6th graders and high school mentors  participating in the Roots program will meet under the porte-cochere at 3:45 p.m. to walk to Sweet Frog before evening youth group meetings! This is a great opportunity to not only get fro-yo with your Roots buddy, but to get caught up on the first few weeks of school and to check-in with one another. Please be sure to check in with your buddy to see if they will be there! To help with the cost, we are suggesting a $3 donation. Can't wait to see you there!
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Want a one-time volunteer gig? Provide a snack supper!
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Youth parents! See the youth up close, personal and appreciative by serving Snack Supper on Sunday night. Snack supper is a great way to see and get to know the youth, and it's fun!
 The commitment is for one Sunday evening, from about 5:45-7 p.m., plus cooking or shopping time - you decide how much time you want to spend on preparation. Dinner is served at 6:15 p.m. in the third floor kitchen for 30-40 youth, children, and college students. All the paper goods, cutlery, drink supplies, and most condiments are there for you. You provide the food, fix lemonade (provided), serve everything and clean up. You can choose to donate the meal, or you can be reimbursed up to $100 if you provide itemized receipts. You will receive a reminder e-mail the week before your snack supper that includes additional useful tips and suggested menus.
The third floor kitchen can be used anytime after 2:30 p.m. on Sundays for advance prep. (Sandwiches are just as popular as anything else, so cooking isn't required if that's not your thing.) If you prefer to purchase all or part of the food already prepared, that's great too. There's also a fridge and freezer you can stash things in.
Ready to volunteer? Use the link below to select a date:
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Luncheon celebrating women who make a difference
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Join us Sunday, September 28, for the Women's Ministries lunch featuring one of our own talented women--Sandi Kennedy, UCC Board Chair.
Sandi is an Elder, a regular Disciples Class mentor, and has served in leadership in almost every area of the church.
The $10 lunch will be at 12:15 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Prepaid reservations can be made online through Friday, September 19 (click here) or Sunday, September 21 at The Arches Information Desk.
Plan to be part of this exciting event, and invite the women of all ages who have made a difference in your life!
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Sign up for UCC Youth text reminders and stay in the loop
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One of the best ways to keep up with youth events at UCC is by signing up for our text messaging service. If you'd like to sign up, it's quick and easy:
1. Compose a text message to 20166
2. In the body of the message, put:
join *UCCFTW YourFirstName YourLastName
(Example: join *UCCFTW Johnny Exampleton)
3. That's it!
We will automatically add you to the appropriate groups (middle school, high school, even things like mission trips when you register) and you'll get occasional reminders and updates that are relevant to you. Sign up today and stay in the loop!
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Youth events and key dates on the horizon...~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ September 13 - Latte With The Ladies - 9-11 a.m. at Black Rooster Bakery
September 13 - TCU vs. Minnesota football parking fundraiser - 3 p.m. kickoff
September 20 - Men's Movie Night - Nebraska at 6:30 p.m. in Room 207
September 28 - Women's Ministries luncheon - 12:15 p.m.
October 26 - Trunk-or-Treat - Volunteers needed at 5:30 p.m.
November 7-9 - Chi Rho Fall Retreat (grades 6-8) at Disciples Crossing
November 14-16 - CYF Fall Retreat (grades 9-12) at Disciples Crossing
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Russ Boyd, Associate Minister for Youth - E-mail Russ
Alison Nicoll, Assistant Minister for Middle School - E-mail Alison
Michael Yandell, Assistant Minister for High School - E-mail Michael
Susan Henry, Ministry Assistant - E-mail Susan
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