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Youth Mission Statement
The Youth Ministry of First Presbyterian Church is committed to love, nurture, inspire, and equip our youth to be faithful, lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ who reach out to the community and beyond.
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There will be music, games, time in the Word and discussion about what we learn. Food will be served. Wednesdays April 4 - May 16 in room 228.
Food will be served at 6:00 pm, meeting will begin at 6:30 pm and will end at 7:30 pm.
Food will be served at 7:30 pm, meeting will begin at 8:00 pm and we will end at 9:15 pm.
Mission: Houston
Junior high students will spend the week in Houston, living in the heart of the city, where you will learn about the lives and unique challenges faced by city dwellers and the way which God is fostering healing and wholeness through indigenous missions on the ground. We will work with Center for Student Missions and be connected with hands-on ministries making a substantive difference in the city of Houston. It could be anything from soup kitchens to nursing homes . . . after-school programs for children to the Salvation Army. But whatever it is, come be a part of God’s work!
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Great Escape
The Great Escape is a camp especially for middle school students with great recreation, tremendous speakers, awesome music, and an experience like none other! You will be in an exciting atmosphere where you will feel the love of Jesus in a special way. We will be staying at Western State College which is nestled in the Gunnison Valley about 4 hours southwest of Denver. Besides the dynamic teaching, outstanding worship, small group and family time together, we will take advantage of the awesome Rockies surrounding us by participating in summer mountain activities like river rafting and hiking.
Fun in the Son
The setting for Fun in the Son Padre could not get any better. South Padre Island on the Gulf of Mexico where afternoons will be spent enjoying the surf and sand of the beach. Morning and evenings will be spent at the South Padre Island Convention center, within walking distance from the hotel, hearing from speakers and worship bands that will challenge and inspire you. The week is sure to be filled with FUN, hearing the GOSPEL, growing in your FAITH, and experiencing the large body of CHRIST!!!
High school juniors and seniors and adult sponsors will partner with Buckner International in Lima and Cusco, Peru the ongoing mission to orphans in those communities. We will participate in a variety of things that may include Vacation Bible School, soccer tournaments, life skills training, and medical projects. All of these are geared towards addressing issues present in settings of abject poverty. The dates of the trip are June 3-13, 2012.
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Youth Ministry Values
Life-Changing: We strive to create a life-changing ministry in which our youth reflect spiritual depth from a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This change will be manifested in their daily lives and activities including worship, study, discipleship, and service to the community.
Intentional: We strive to create an intentional ministry in which all trips and activities have a Christ-centered purpose.
Relational: We strive to create a relational ministry in which volunteers and staff build meaningful connections with youth, drawing them into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and into the life of the church.
Accepting: We strive to create an accepting environment in which all youth feel welcomed, valued, and at home.
Contagious: We strive to create a contagious ministry that is inviting, enthusiastic, and out-reaching. By doing so, our youth will be a light to their peers, reflecting the evidence of God at work in their lives.
