September 17 - 23

We are extending the Bahamas mission trip sign up through Tuesday at 12 noon. Things are moving quickly for getting students signed up because of the airlines who don't like seats blocked off without some type of financial commitment. We need to know from families what students are planning on going so we can reserve the right number of plane tickets. If you have any questions or concerns about the trip please text or call Dane directly at (336) 403-3221.

One last week to share your opinions! Please take 1 minute to share your invaluable feedback so that we can better support the families of students. The data we collect from the survey will go into how and when we provide something for parents. Take the survey today!

A new round of articles have been connected to the youth website for your viewing and to better equip and support parents. We hope that you will feel better prepared and knowledgeable in these areas. This month we have also provided podcast episodes that we think might be helpful (and it may be easier to listen to them on the go).

     1. How to talk about faith when you are unsure yourself

     2. What parents need to know about self harm

     3. Your service will change your student (podcast)

     4. Helping your student cope with anxiety (podcast) 

There is also helpful information in our leader training, plus be sure to check out the video under the parent section.

In the coming weeks Grayson will be working on his Eagle Scout project. He is working toward helping the Humane Society through a variety of projects which will allow for them to better care for the dogs and cats they house. If you would like to support Grayson's project through financial support or in a volunteer capacity please e-mail him at [email protected].

This is a great way to support Grayson as he seeks to care for his community. Plus, you can get some community service hours for helping.

KidNection worship will start this Sunday morning. This year we are breaking the students into 2 teams. Please see which KidNection worship your student is connected to and please let us know if they will be absent. We are excited about the coming year and how they will lead the children. Plus, we look forward to the ways students will grow as leaders.

Below are the teams for September:

September 23, 2018                                                                 September 30, 2018

Brook Fowler - K                                                                        Kimi Crouch - K

Rosie Craven - K                                                                        Lyric Simpson - K

Kara Preli – 1st                                                                          Sydnie Cockerham - 1st

Mary-Paige King – 1st                                                                 Victoria Waddell - 1st

Spencer Browning – 2nd                                                             Lauren Brooks - 2nd

Hudson Morgan – 2nd                                                                 Lili Craven - 2nd

Lisa Wei -3rd/4th combined group                                                Avery Browning - 3rd/4th

Gavin Daniel – 3rd/4th combined group                                        Kallie Graves - 3rd/4th

Taylor Ann Hartley – 5th                                                              Jonathan Waddell - 3rd/4th

Ann Marie Craven – 5th                                                               Rachel Hull - 5th 

Lorna Fowler – 6th                                                                      Emma Kate Walker - 5th

Katie Cothran – 6th                                                                     Aidan Dixon - 6th

                                                                                                 David Fowler - 6th

The deadline to sign up for Carowinds is fast approaching. Please be sure to sign up today! It's going to be a great day and we would love for you to be part of this day of fun! If you have already signed up please be sure to get your payment into the church office as soon as possible.

DEADLINE FOR SIGN UP & PAYMENT is September 20th.

This year the Fall Retreat will take our group to the Vineyard Camp. This camp is about an hour away and is a great place for a fall retreat. The theme will be unveiled in the coming weeks but we need to get everyone signed up during the month of September. The weekend will offer a similar schedule as other fall retreats with the addition of some high adventure elements for students. The deadline to reserve and confirm a spot with a $80 deposit is October 9th. The total cost of the trip is $125 which includes everything for your student. Sign up today!

Passport is an organization that provides summer mission camp opportunities for students. This year we will be going to Greenville, SC to participate in missions. A non-refundable $50 deposit is due by October 1 which reserves your spot for the trip. The total cost for the trip is $475 which includes travel, lodging, food, and programs. If your student would like to purchase any snacks or merchandise from Passport they will need to bring that spending money. Sign up today!