St Paul's Youth
In Christ we gather, grow, and go.
November 2008
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| Sundays10.15–11am |
FROGMAGathers in the Youth Room for year 7–12 students (with hospitality and welcome to all ages) |
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Brainstorming ideas for the redesign of the Underground Headquarters, as well as new lingo (FROGMA, just won't work anymore). What are your ideas for helping make the youth room and its approach more welcoming and engaging? How might we better use this space as well as make it even more faith inspiring? Bring all the SPY terminology you know too, as we think of names for our newly-forming groups and events. |
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International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church The Voice of the Martyrs is calling on Christians worldwide to set aside Nov 9 to pray for Christians living daily under the threat of persecution. These believers risk discrimination, imprisonment, and even death because of their active witness for Jesus Christ. VOM will join hundreds of churches and thousands of individuals in remembering our brothers and sisters suffering around the world. We will watch the DVD put out by Voice of the Martyrs followed by some discussion and much prayer! |
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Narcotics Anonymous. Almost every Sunday at noon, a Narcotics Anonymous group meets in the youth room. This Sunday, several of the members will come early to share their story of addiction to drugs and how the programme/ministry of NA has helped and continues to help them. |
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The Imam & the Pastor (DVD) At a time when many in the world are wondering whether friendly relations are possible between those of Muslim and Christian backgrounds, Imam Huhammad Ashafa and Pastor James Wuye are living proof that they are. Come and watch their incredible story. (These two men will actually be in Whitehorse Nov 2. See bulletin boards for information on how to hear and see them in person.) [DVD review page 13.] |
| 30 |
First Sunday of ADVENT. A review of the "Spiritual Disciplines" and an encouragement of setting up one's own Rule of Life*, as we go through the different seasons of the church year. * Rule of Life: a pattern of spiritual disciplines that provides structure and direction for growth in holiness. |
| Fridays6.15–8.15pm |
H2H (Head 2 the Heart)Especially 7–9 year students, and for parents and others wishing to understand Martin Luther's Small Catechism |
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The Doxology. The Eternal Creator of the Universe has given us everything we are, see, feel, and possess. From the infinite glory of the cosmos to the love in our hearts, from the pulsing of the countless suns to the pulsing of the blood through our veins, all of this master creation bears witness to the master creator. The God who created the Universe and gave us life and breath calls us to praise God's glory. So, what now? |
| 22 Saturday |
CONFIRMATION Service Affirmation of Baptism Rite 4.00 pm |
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THANKSGIVING Celebration (meal) and Hoe Down (dance) 6.15pm–9.00pm (note later finish). |
| Fridays6.15–8.15pm |
Year 9 students/mentorsAdditional H2H preparation time just for those preparing for Confirmation on Saturday November 22 |
| 2 Sunday |
Preparation Lunch. Following the last morning service (around 12.15pm), Year 9 students and their mentors will meet for a meal, work on their Confirmation test, and prepare for the upcoming "Affirmation of Baptism" rite. |
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Final Preparations. The same as above, but hopefully have most everything completed! |
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Rehearsal Tea. This is for parents or guardians and students. After a meal, students will run through the Confirmation Service. (See section above for the Confirmation Service Nov 22 details and follow-up Thanksgiving Celebration Nov 28.) |
| Sunday11am |
Team meetingFirst get-together for the 2009 Youth Ministry team |
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2009 Youth Ministry Partners Rendezvous (11am in Youth Room). This is a gathering of all SPY and Adults who are a part of the SPY TEAM for 2009. We will hand out schedules and ministry profiles, and you'll have a chance to meet the other people who are a part of the same ministry area you are in. A time to pray together and set a common vision for the coming new year! |
GIRAFFE SINGAPORE COURSE
The LCA, through the Board for Mission, is supporting a Giraffe course  in Singapore 4-22 December 2008, and it is hoped that some young adults from Australia will attend. The Giraffe course covers things like understanding the Bible, discipleship, Christian ethics, ministry skills and how to be the Church in the world. More info or an application package:
- Emilie Traeger 0428 602 236
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- Peter Eckermann 0417 800 504
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