April 7, 2015 - In This Issue:
CONNECTED FAMILIES TIDBIT
It is not always easy to stay positive with kids.  But positive affirmation & encouragement does have an incredible impact of children.  Hear from one mom how she journeyed from being negative & criticizing to an affirming mom who shows her children she sees the good in them.

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The Struggle to Stay Positive

"Stay positive." It's almost a cliche at this point. But the parenting truth behind this oft-spoken statement is that kids need constructive affirmation and encouragement from their parents.
ONE BIG PARTY
April 15th @ 6:30 (Carpool Meet @ 6PM) Grace Church
A Party on a Wednesday night!!  Eden Prairie area Youth Ministries are getting together to party together and laugh with the Skit Guys.  Cost is Free!  We will be meeting at PLC parking lot at 6PM to carpool together.  Don't miss out on the fun!
BIG THRILL FACTORY
Sunday, April 19th 12:00PM - 2:00PM
What could be more fun then an afternoon full of thrills?  Nothing!  All Middle School youth (Grades 7 & 8) are invited (along with their friends) to go play at the Big Thrill Factory on Sunday, April 19th from 12:00-2:00PM.  Cost is $15 which includes lunch & a $10 points card.  We do need parent drivers.  If you can help email Vicki. 
BIG HOUSE-APRIL 26TH 6:45PM
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Come out & hear from Pastor Joel as he shares what an active confident faith looks like in daily life.  Snacks & fun will be had as we close out this inaugural year of Big House.   See you at 6:45PM in the Great Hall!

Vicki Epper
Interim Director of Youth Ministry
O: 952.829.0525
C: 763.486.6412

Equipping youth with an active and confident faith to be servant leaders