All UMYF,
Special thanks to Todd and Julie, Mel, and Mr. Hill for supporting the UMYF Amazing Race with their excellent drivingskills. We had a large group Sunday night. They ate well and competed even harder, making this one of the best races wehave had yet. I hope everyone had a great time. We also made a considerable donation of canned goods to Total Ministries in the process, so we did some good along the way which is always a plus.
We were able to get out this week and hit a few schools and check in with you as you start this new year. We will be making the rounds every week so I hope to catch you at lunch. I also need a list of extracurricular activities from each of you, so I can try and make it out to see you do your thing. Socratic Club numbers are starting to increase slowly, and I appreciate your thoughtful discussion and consideration of the topics. Soon, I will begin to assign individuals weeks to lead discussion and bring in a topic of their choice. Look out.
We did extremely well on Sunday with parents and members signing up en masse to provide dinners and financial support to feed the UMYF for months to come. Many thanks to the wonderful parents and members of this great church for stepping up to the plate and supporting this important ministry. The Book of Revelation Bible Study arrived yesterday, we now just need to set dates and talk about the details. Again on Sunday we will be having dinner promptly at 6 PM, provided by Dr. and Mrs. Featherston. After dinner we will be heading to the Bowling Alley for a few games. Be sure to bring money to pay for the number of games you wish to
play. We will be getting ice cream on the way as promised, that will be taken care of for you. Bring your friends and let's end this great month in style. See you around.
Best, Chuck
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
23 August 2009 Weekly News
All UMYF,
I hope the start of school this week did not shock too many of you. Another year, with new challenges, goals, and likely defeats awaits us all. I pray that we can meet them all together with dignity and a Christ-like disposition. The Back to School Cookout was definitely a huge success with 20 UMYFers showing up to spend some time with one another before another hectic but fun school year starts! Huge thanks to Todd for cooking some great burgers and dogs for everyone to enjoy.
Yesterday I purchased a DVD Bible Study by Dr. Mickey Efird, a Duke Divinity Professor Emeritus and a Davidson man, on the Book of Revelation. Much interest has been shown by many of you to do a study on Revelation. This is our chance! We will be talking in the near future about dates and times. This is a 16 session study and it will require your dedication and intellect. I look forward to our work together, learning and growing through intense study.
We will be starting a new program for high school seniors called STRIDE, Students Together Reaching Individual Development & Education. The idea behind this program is to help seniors facilitate the move to college better by addressing issues of academic, cultural, and social changes that occur in college. Many colleges offer Pre-College Enrichment programs and we at Trinity wanted to offer the departing seniors of our church something before they head out into the world. More to come in the future. G.A.P. will be starting soon as well, so stay tuned for information on the start date for the program as well.
I will begin making school visits again next week, so keep an eye out for me. Sunday during dinner, and before the Amazing Race a form will be going around so you can give me your lunch times and a list of your extracurricular activities so I can try and see you outside the walls of the school in action too!
AMAZING RACE on Sunday at 6pm at the church. Dinner first and then we head out. Do not be late. Socratic Club meets at 5pm on Wednesday. Bring money for dinner if you want to eat after the club adjourns. See you around!
Best,
Chuck
I hope the start of school this week did not shock too many of you. Another year, with new challenges, goals, and likely defeats awaits us all. I pray that we can meet them all together with dignity and a Christ-like disposition. The Back to School Cookout was definitely a huge success with 20 UMYFers showing up to spend some time with one another before another hectic but fun school year starts! Huge thanks to Todd for cooking some great burgers and dogs for everyone to enjoy.
Yesterday I purchased a DVD Bible Study by Dr. Mickey Efird, a Duke Divinity Professor Emeritus and a Davidson man, on the Book of Revelation. Much interest has been shown by many of you to do a study on Revelation. This is our chance! We will be talking in the near future about dates and times. This is a 16 session study and it will require your dedication and intellect. I look forward to our work together, learning and growing through intense study.
We will be starting a new program for high school seniors called STRIDE, Students Together Reaching Individual Development & Education. The idea behind this program is to help seniors facilitate the move to college better by addressing issues of academic, cultural, and social changes that occur in college. Many colleges offer Pre-College Enrichment programs and we at Trinity wanted to offer the departing seniors of our church something before they head out into the world. More to come in the future. G.A.P. will be starting soon as well, so stay tuned for information on the start date for the program as well.
I will begin making school visits again next week, so keep an eye out for me. Sunday during dinner, and before the Amazing Race a form will be going around so you can give me your lunch times and a list of your extracurricular activities so I can try and see you outside the walls of the school in action too!
AMAZING RACE on Sunday at 6pm at the church. Dinner first and then we head out. Do not be late. Socratic Club meets at 5pm on Wednesday. Bring money for dinner if you want to eat after the club adjourns. See you around!
Best,
Chuck
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