Where to begin? There's so much on my mind and heart right now as we have just returned from an unbelievable, indescribable week in Philadelphia. Our eyes were opened, hearts broken, and lives-changed through our experience. I'm trying to recover from a tiring week as well as start to process what it all means for me personally and us as a community of faith. Thank you for all your prayer support and we look forward to the opportunity to share with everyone about our trip in the near future.
This week also marks two years that I have been blessed with the opportunity to serve as Grace Church's Youth Pastor. It's hard to say whether it's felt longer or shorter than two years, but I know there have been a wonderful amount of memories, relationships, growth and love shared so far and I am excited for what lies ahead. Thank you!!!
This Week
- Man Gym: Today 3-5pm
- Barnstormer Fundraiser Game: Tues Arrive at 5:15pm
- Deeper Bible Study: Weds 10:30am-Noon (Days 40-44)
- Girl Swim: Weds 4-8pm, Millersville Pool
- SNL Host Home: Sun 6:30-8:30 @ Hatch/Martzalls
The expectation of each person in the group is to read the assigned 5 passages and take notes on WHAT? SO WHAT? and NOW WHAT? so that we can discuss questions and application together on Wednesday mornings.
To Read for August 5th: Days 40-44
To Read for August 12th: Days 45-49
To Read for August 19th: Days 50-54
To Read for August 26th: Days 55-59* Our last Bible study for the summer!
Barnstormer Fundraiser Game: Tuesday August 4th
Volunteers arrive by 5:15pm, we were looking a little short last time I checked the sign up sheets, so if you weren't sure if we needed you...We do! With it being a weekday game, it will be slower but we do need 25 volunteers to sign in so that we are not docked money. We can always send people home early if they're not needed.
Girl Swim! Wednesday August 5th, 4-8pm
The girls are going to gather at the Millersville Pool for a time of games, snacks and connecting as they celebrate the summer in style! If you do not have a pool membership, no worries! Pray that the weather holds up for us.
Host Home @ Hatch/Martzalls: Sun Aug. 9th, 6:30-8:30pm
384/390 West Charlotte Street, Millersville
Barnstormer Fundraiser Game: Sunday August 16th
Volunteers arrive by 11:45am, yes, that's right, it's an early afternoon game and we need to be there at 11:45am. This should be a busier game because it's a Sunday afternoon.
Dorney Park: Thursday August 20th, NOT August 13th
We're meeting at the church at 8am and heading out to Allentown for an awesome day of fun and rides. Cost is $45, and students MUST sign up by August 16th. Permission slips must be filled out as well. Money is needed for food in the park or teens can bring bagged lunch/dinner. We'll bring a cooler. The park closes at 10pm but we'll head out whenever the group starts to get bored :)
Summer Wake Party: Sunday August 23rd, 4-8:30pm
Located at the Bigler Lake (1780 Wabank Road), we'll be mourning the end of the summer with our second annual celebration with barbeque, swimming, boating, and relaxing.
Barnstormer Fundraiser Game: Friday August 28th + Fireworks!
Volunteers arrive by 5:15pm *This is going to be a BUSY one! For those who helped with July's game, this one will be even crazier and so we are in need of at least 30 volunteers.
MP3 Conference: Saturday August 29th
Leave from Grace at 8:45am, back at 10pm
This is an equipping conference for middle and high school students that is focused on motivating and equipping them to share their faith with their lives during the school year to their peers and community. Packed with worship, prayer, Bible study, small groups and other activities and experiences, this will be a huge motivating step for the school year. Sign ups are required. Cost is $25 and includes lunch and dinner. The conference is held at Lampeter UMC.
