Youth News week of June 8th

Here is what's going on this week 6/8.

Last week at Youth Group  we had a very good discussion and program on how we are called to practice not only kindness but a deeper more "radical" form of Hospitality. The kind that takes us out of our comfort zones and challenges us to risk what our society, peers, and even ego are telling us. We also talked about how we need to be able to accept radical hospitality as well as share it. Sometimes we feel we are in control when what we really need is to allow a friend, parent, or mentor to help us out.  This week youth were challenged to practice "radical hospitality" at home, school, or out in the world.

Parent Information:

We handed out the summer information packet last Wednesday at youth group. Please look it over and fill out the release forms, insurance forms, youth events form, and volunteer form if you can help out this summer. For further information on various events you can check it out on the website or email Cody.

Last Study Hall of the School Year:

Our last study hall of the 2008-2009 school year will be on Wednesday from 2:30-5:00 in the Fireside room.

Youth Group this week: Preparing for the "MARVEL-ous" SUMMER!

We'll introduce this summer's exciting theme: "MARVEL-ous" This will be the program we participate in the entire summer and it also is the theme of all our camps. We will explore the gifts and talents we each have to follow Jesus and become superheroes.  Each week we'll discover a different aspect of what it takes to become a superhero and where we can use our gifts through out the world. We'll even be able to make our own utility-belt!

Come celebrate Our Seniors this Sunday @ 10:00am:

We will recognize our Seniors this week during the second worship service. These seven young people will graduate from high school next monday and begin the next exciting step in their lives. They are:

• Brett G.
  
• Margo F.
  
• Kyle P.
  
• Matt C.
  
• Julie F.
  
• Peter H.
  
• Megan E.
  

"Loaves & Fishes" This Sunday 6/14 (2:00pm-4:00pm):

This Sunday we'll return to Wesley UMC and help pass out groceries to people in need. This is a vital ministry of San Carlos UMC and a great opportunity for you to help. If you can attend please let Cody know ASAP.

June Ton of Food Drive:

 This month the church is collecting canned food items for the Good Neighbor Center's food pantry. They are in great need this time of year.  Please bring your items to youth group! Here's some items they need:

• Tuna
• Fruit juices: canned, plastic bottles (not frozen)
• Meal-in-a-can items
• Rice
• Pasta sauce & tomato sauce
• Peanut Butter
• Macaroni & Cheese
• Canned items (pork & beans, vegetables, fruit, etc)

Church this Sunday: Senior Celebration!

Colorado River Trip:

Our annual river trip has been scheduled! The dates are June 25-28. We began sign ups last week at Youth Group. We have a max of 25 youth who can attend and it is first come first serve. So please be there this Wednesday to reserve your spot!

Camp Registration Forms:

Forms are out! You can register online at calpaccamps.org or get a copy of the registration form from Cody. San Carlos UMC will cover 50% of the cost. Please let Cody know if you are planning on attending.

• Dates are:
  • Sr. High Camp July 12-18
  • Jr. High Camp July 19-25
  • Elementary Camp July 26-August 1
• Youth already signed up:
  • Sr High Camp
    • Margo F.
    • Melanie M.
    • Kaylena K.
    • Courtney S.
    • Megan E.
  • Jr. High Camp
    • Cameron B.
    • Austin R.
    • Sara M.
    • Spencer K.
    • Kenny O.
      

IF YOU DO NOT SEE YOUR NAME THEN YOU ARE NOT REGISTERED!

Coming Attractions:

Check the website calendar for all of our great upcoming events!

Website Changes and Additions!:

We have reworked the youth website to make it more interactive and accessible to you the user.  If you are reading this it means you are on the new website!  If you had an account on the old website you will have to create a new user account to access all the great new features on this website!

Your feedback on the new website is greatly appreciated!  If you have any comments or questions regarding the site head on over to the "Contact Us" page  and send your feedback to "Website Help".

Trivia Question:

Any youth that can bring the correct answer to youth group this week will get a candy bar.

What can you do to help the people at the Good Neighbor Center?