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HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL

YOUTH FELLOWSHIP

This program introduces young people to the process of independent spiritual exploration. More than just an opportunity to go bowling and eat pizza, the South Church Youth Groups are structured around the ideals of fellowship, worship, and education. These ideals are expressed in a variety of activities designed to foster healthy group dynamics, challenge one’s understanding of faith in relation to personal identity, and provide opportunities for spiritual growth and reflection in a relaxed, fun, and non-threatening environment. A foundation of this program is Christian outreach through service based mission trips scheduled for the spring and summer.

Jonathan Drury, Youth Leader

 MEETING SCHEDULE:
MONDAY NIGHT 7:00 TO 8:30 PM

MIDDLE SCHOOL:
1st & 3rd
Mondays of the Month.
1st meeting: September 10th, all youth
2nd meeting: September 1
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HIGH SCHOOL:
2nd & 4th
Mondays of the Month.
1st meeting: September 10, all youth
2nd meeting: September 24

  MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP RETREAT

 We will have our annual middle school weekend retreat in October. Activities may include a canoe trip, hiking and swimming, and games designed to help us get to know one another better. Everyone in middle school is urged to attend as this will be an excellent start to a fun and exciting year.

CONFIRMATION

Eighth and ninth grades are a major transitional time for most young people. It is the first real opportunity for adult introspection regarding a variety of life decisions. This is also a special time for young people to consider the foundations of their faith as they are invited to participate in South Church’s confirmation program. Over the course of two years, potential Confirmands are given an opportunity to explore and deepen their faith as they engage in meaningful discussion, exploration of their spirituality, and a variety of challenging and enjoyable activities. This will be the third year that the program has been extended to include eight graders, and I am looking forward to the addition that their participation will bring to the class. Former high school Confirmands are also welcome!

 Candidates for confirmation and their parents are asked to come to south church on Wednesday, September 12, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm for an organizational meeting. This year, special emphasis will be placed on cultivating a healthy perspective in regard to a variety of cultural topics, including areas of mind/body identity, the state of our environment, the reality of miracles, and ways that we all can act to inspire and cultivate peace in the world.

At the end of the program, those who wish to confirm their Christian faith and their membership in the United Church of Christ will be given a special opportunity to do so with the support of the South Church congregation.

Informational meeting for 8th  &  9th grade students and parents:
September 12th  7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Weekly Wednesday meetings begin September 19th
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. for 8th graders; 7:00- 8:30 p.m. for 9th graders.

Check the Calendar  and the Youth News for other upcoming events

  Updated: 11/19/2007

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