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Forest Hills Youth Group
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PUMPKIN SMASH 2007
November 3-4
Pumpkin Smash is a 27 hour blitz of mission work, fellowship, Bible study, fun on the farm and staying overnight at host homes. Seniors share their journey through the youth ministry and then smash their pumpkins. We hope you'll be able to be a part of this youth tradition!

Starts 8:30am Saturday
Ends after 11:00 worship Sunday
Cost $10
Sign up deadline Sunday, Oct. 28
You will receive a detailed letter with our schedule and a list of what you need to bring later this week.

Adults - If you are a certified van driver and would like to be a part of Saturday contact
George & Carol Allen at gallen2@nc.rr.com
If you would like to host some youth overnight Saturday or be the "second" adult at a
home contact Beverly Edwards at neusebrats@aol.com

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Tuesday, October 16, 2007




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Monday, October 8, 2007



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Youth E-News
Monday, October 1, 2007


October Birthdays:
10-11 Jason Froeber
10-13 Matthew Boyd
10/14 Chris Wilson
10/17 Kara Walker
10/28 Jameson Lincoln
10/31 Matthew Hutton

*Please let Bernie know if we left anyone out!


The following families are signed up for meals for Oasis:
Oct 7th – Boyles Family
Oct 14th – No Oasis
Oct 21st – Graham Family
Oct 28th – Allison Lairmore


A Word from Dee
Dear Youth,
I’ve been thinking about how technological our world is today. You are able to keep in communication with your parents, family, and friends through phone calls, text messaging, emails, facebook, and probably even more… I know that when I was in China, having internet communication was really important to me. Of course, it is valuable to us wherever we are because it’s fast, convenient, and helps us to connect to people no matter the distance.

Are there people in your life that you’re constantly talking to? Most likely, you use the phone and/or computer to keep in touch with your friends over the weekend or just when you’re away from school and church.

The Bible talks about how we are to be in communication with God in the same manner. Paul writes for us to “pray all the time” in 1 Thessalonians 5:17. Psalm 86:3 says, “Be merciful, O Lord, for I am calling on you constantly.” My challenge to you this week is that you are calling constantly on the Lord. Our God desires to talk to us and listen to us…about anything and everything. When you’re spending time on the phone or internet, I pray that you’re reminded to be calling upon Jesus to communicate with Him. He loves being with you.

Peace,
Dee


Upcoming Events-
Tuesday, Oct 2nd - For Seniors Only 5:45-7:00 p.m. Bible Study in
Conference Room 1
Wednesday, Oct 3rd -Mission Possible
Sunday, Oct 7th –Praise Band 4 PM
Choir 5 PM
Oasis 6 pm in Annex
Friday, October 12- Sunday, October 14- Fall Retreat to Caswell
Monday, Oct 29th – Autumn Annex Cleaning 9-Noon
Saturday, November 3-Sunday, November 4- Pumpkin Smash


For Seniors Only: Seniors, you’re invited to a part of an in-depth Bible study! Harriet Davis will be leading the group in Conference Room 3 each Tuesday from 5:45-7:00 p.m. Join your peers to study the Word starting this Tuesday!

CALLING ALL YOUTH!!!!!
WHERE: CASWELL
WHEN: October 12-14, 2007
WHY: A Weekend with CHRISTIAN WALKER
check out his website @ christianwalkermusic.com
FOOD, FUN, & FELLOWSHIP w/ FRIENDS~
PLEASE sign up ASAP in the YOUTH ANNEX or E-mail us:
Dee Edwards @ youth@foresthills.org,
Mama Woodard
Kelly Hand kellyhand
A DEPOSIT of $50.00 is due: NOW!!!

**Also, if you want to go, but need to ride a LATE VAN
(after football games, other sports & activities) PLEASE sign up and LET US KNOW!! We want EVERYONE to GO!!!!!!



If you would like to work on visuals for the Praise Band, contact Jeff Johnson.



CARE GROUP CONNECTIONS
Care groups are off to a great start this year. The last Sunday of each month all youth eat together then break into care groups from 7-8. Some of the group's activities offsite may be planned for that night as well. There are five care groups this year with each having around 20 youth.
2007-2008 CARE GROUPS
1st couple – lead shepherds
2nd couple – assistants, co-shepherds
youth in bold - encouragers
WILD BLUE YONDER: Kathryn & Dave Wright, Mary & David Anderson, Julie Boyles, Lauren Anderson, Will Speight, Logan Hand, William Laney, Arthur Brickley, Bradley Farabow, Mark Mansell, Sarah Cox, Mary Carr Allen, Matthew Hutton, Laura Medlin, Christine Edwards, Ethan Coburn, Molly Mitchell, Gwendolyn Reece, Meredith Bullard
OLE YELLER: Beth & Chuck Cox, Susan & Jimmy Woodard, Kayla Blackley, Alan Chandler, Scott Graham, William Branam, Travis Hale, Jessica Woodard, Jesse Shackelford, Chelsea Brown, Ben Davis, Luke Bracy, Caroline Cox, Rachel Medlin, Hannah Gardner, David Woods, Rita Beard, Danica Zoeller, Cole Bellamy, Mariah Smallwood
ORANGE CRUSH: Jeannie & Henry Hutton, Pam Revak, Garrett Bellamy, Elizabeth Graham, Evan Musten, Sarah Anderson, Victoria Bell, Grant Harris, Jason Froeber, Ryan Bracy, Charlie Mitchell, Seth Warren, Bryan Swinson, Mitchell Hutton, Annie Walker, Jamie Vick, Madeline Fitzgerald, Andrik Brickley, Tristan Brown, Dohsoe Dohwin
GRAPEFUL LIVE: Stephen & Beverly Edwards, Pam & Mickey Scott, Chris Wilson, Sarah Scott, Nicholas Edwards, Kara Walker, Jonathan Weaver, Andrew Tie, Melanie Kibler, Jim Brewer, Charlie Goode, Andrew Bowers, Brittany Zoeller, Bryan Lincoln, Nancy Mansell, Lindsey Urena, Jameson Lincoln, Morgan Smallwood, Mary Francis Kidd, Ann Archer Beasley
DOUBLEMINT FUN: Terri Green, Beth & Mark Beasley, Ali Scott, Joel Wilson, Hannah Chandler, Thomas Bowers, Kierston Zoeller, Matthew Boyd, Caroline Green, Emily Skipper, Meghan Gresham, Parker Edwards, Emily Dew, Caleb Whitlow, Thomas Phillips, Phillip Revak, Victoria Vass, Lauren Smallwood, Johnson Beasley, Matti Smith, Mena Zaki


Want to be a leader? Want to contribute to the youth group? Think and pray about being on *Youth Council* this year. We need 2 representatives from each grade level—please let Dee know if you’re interested!


Let’s work together to make our space more useful…we’re going to join forces Monday, October 29th (teacher workday) from 9-12 for *Autumn Annex Cleaning*! There are things to move and organize in the annex…email or call Bernie to sign up to help. After we’ve completed our work, lunch will be provided.


The Blue Care Group has set our Cook-Out date for Sunday, October 28th at lunch. We are going to be having it at the Youth Annex. You are welcome to join us.
Just wanted to give you a heads up.
Kathryn G. Wright

If you have information to include in the e-news, please email Bernie at office@foresthills.org by Mondays at noon.

Forest Hills Baptist Church
Youth E-News
Monday, September 24th, 2007


September Birthdays:
9-4 Charlie Mitchell
9-5 Andrew Bowers
9-7 Andrew Tie
9-20 Jamie Vick
9-23 Caroline Cox
9-27 Justin Veeder
Tristan Brown
9-30 Rachel Medlin
9-30 Sarah Scott

October Birthdays:
10-11 Jason Froeber
10-13 Matthew Boyd
10/14 Chris Wilson
10/17 Kara Walker
10/28 Jameson Lincoln
10/31 Matthew Hutton

*Please let Bernie know if we left anyone out!


The following families are signed up for meals for Oasis:
Sept. 30 Beth Dew Family


A Word from Dee
Dear Youth,
For those of you that are out of school, I hope that you’re enjoying your day off. I know it’s nice to have a break from your classes. :)
When I got up this morning, I took a look in my bag and found a yellow piece of paper crumpled into a ball. I took it out and threw it towards my trashcan, and yes, I missed. It reminded me of our lesson last night about sin and missing the mark. I know that I sin each day—we all do—but I want to strive to be obedient to what God has commanded me to do. When we decide to follow Jesus, we say, “God, I care more about what you want than what I want.” My prayer for you is that you’ll say that from your heart and actively live it out.
We have a great God who can use sinners like us—wow! I praise God that He takes imperfect people like us and uses us to bring honor to Himself. That’s part of what we’re going to focus on during our fall retreat. I hope you’ll join in as Christian Walker leads us at Caswell October 12-14.
I’m praying for you and the decisions you have to make today and this week. May you choose to be obedient to Jesus.
<>Peace,
Dee


Upcoming Events-
Tuesday, September 25—For Seniors Only 5:45-7:00 p.m. Bible Study in
Conference Room 1
Wednesday, September 26-Mission Possible
Saturday, September 29 – Come and meet Doug Thompson, our candidate for
Associate Pastor of Music & Worship and his wife,
Sharon – 7 PM in Dining Hall
Sunday, September 30 –Praise Band 4 PM
Choir 5 PM
Oasis 6 pm in Annex
Friday, October 12- Sunday, October 14- Fall Retreat to Caswell
Saturday, November 3-Sunday, November 4- Pumpkin Smash

For Seniors Only: Seniors, you’re invited to a part of an in-depth Bible study! Harriet Davis will be leading the group in Conference Room 3 each Tuesday from 5:45-7:00 p.m. Join your peers to study the Word starting this Tuesday!

CALLING ALL YOUTH!!!!!
WHERE: CASWELL
WHEN: October 12-14, 2007
WHY: A Weekend with CHRISTIAN WALKER
check out his website @ christianwalkermusic.com
FOOD, FUN, & FELLOWSHIP w/ FRIENDS~
PLEASE sign up ASAP in the YOUTH ANNEX or E-mail us:
Dee Edwards @ youth@foresthills.org,
Mama Woodard @ swoodard@wcpss.net
Kelly Hand kellyhand@bellsouth.net

A DEPOSIT of $50.00 is due: September 30, 2007

**Also, if you want to go, but need to ride a LATE VAN
(after football games, other sports & activities) PLEASE sign up and LET US KNOW!! We want EVERYONE to GO!!!!!!

Dear Parents,
Oasis Suppers are a very important part of the Sunday schedule for our youth. Many arrive at the church early, beginning with Praise Band at 4 p.m. and stay until Bible study is over around 8 p.m. They are all very thankful for the meals we provide and look forward to the fellowship time together.
Each youth is asked to contribute $2.00 to help cover cost for the providing family. Working through email to arrange the schedule worked wonderfully last year, and hopefully will again this year with your help.
Here's how it will work.
1. Please look at your calendars and select a Sunday that is best for you. Don't forget to sign up early if you want to serve around your child's birthday.
2. Respond to Marilyn Froeber's e-mail (gumtickler80@aol.com) or call 851-7125 with the date you have chosen. I will respond as quickly as possible.
3. A reminder call or email will be given 2 weeks in advance. If something unforeseen has come up, you are responsible to change with someone else and notify me of the change.
I am asking that each family sign up for a Sunday solo. At present the group is small and if too many families serve together we will run out of families. Plan on approximately 45-50 youth and you will receive up to $80 reimbursement (to be taken from the money collected that night). If by chance you collect more, put it in an envelope and give it to Dee. You can check the Oasis notebook in the annex to see what the numbers are running.
The fourth Sunday of each month will be care group night. We will need to plan on approximately 70 (there will be approximately 16 additional adults leaders present for the meal so we will watch the youth count closely for planning) and the reimbursement will be up to $100.
There is a notebook in the kitchen that you will need to record the date, number served, and the food served. This will help each family plan for their time.
There are cooking utensils in the annex, but I believe most people come with the food already prepared. What ever works best for you is what you need to plan on. I will make sure that shelves are stocked with paper plates, napkins, cups and plastic utensils. If you plan to put anything in the refrigerator during Sunday School, make sure you write for oasis supper on the items or they will disappear.
Plan to arrive in plenty of time to set up and/or cook so that you are ready to serve at 6 p.m. Be sure to put out a basket to collect the kids' $2. Please leave the kitchen area clean once you are finished. Also, take everything you brought home with you. The refrigerator becomes stocked with condiments that no one else will use because they do not know their age.
Thanks to the great, early response, we are all set through December 2007. I will send out a calendar sign up for 2008 around the end of October. If you already know a date you would like in 2008 go ahead and let me know and I will reserve it for you.
Thanks for all you do serving our great bunch of youth! They are a good group of kids that represent a great group of families.
If you have any questions or concerns about the suppers please contact me.
Serving with you,
Marilyn Froeber
Gumtickler80@aol.com
851-7125

If you would like to work on visuals for the Praise Band, contact Jeff Johnson at nosnhojj@bellsouth.net

Mission Possible September 26th--Come for our Bible study time and sign up for next week's mission opportunities! October 3rd we will be going to do local mission projects...sign up this Wednesday for a place to serve!

If you have information to include in the e-news, please email Bernie at office@foresthills.org by Mondays at noon.

Forest Hills Baptist Church
Youth E-News
Monday, September 10th, 2007

September Birthdays:
9-4 Charlie Mitchell
9-5 Andrew Bowers
9-7 Andrew Tie
9-20 Jamie Vick
9-23 Caroline Cox
9-27 Justin Veeder
9-30 Rachel Medlin
9-30 Sarah Scott
*Please let Bernie know if we left anyone out!

The following families are signed up for meals for Oasis:
Sept. 16 Block Party
Sept. 23 Mary Weaver Family
Sept. 30 Beth Dew Family


A Word from Dee
Dear Youth,
What a full weekend it has been! I enjoyed visiting with many of you at the Pig Pickin’ on Saturday. The Praise Band did an excellent job of helping us to praise the Lord through music. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard to clean up—we accomplished the task in less than an hour! Having so many helping hands made the work a lot lighter.
I was excited to see so many of you at the Lead Team Sign-Ups. I know that God has good things in store for us as we work to plan together. May He be our focus in all activities. If you couldn’t come on Sunday, and you want to be on a team, please let me know where you would like to serve.
It was good for me to hear your comments and suggestions for the youth minister search committee. As the interim, I take your opinions seriously as I am trying to serve as your current minister. I am praying for the person who comes behind me, and I trust that God is at work in this process.
Do you remember what we talked about last night? Being consecrated, meaning to be set apart and to be holy. When we choose to follow Jesus, we are called to be different. God has called you to be holy. I pray that this week you see the opportunities God places before you to be set apart, holy, and different. The Holy Spirit will give you all that you need to be faithful…I am praying for you to be obedient.
Peace,
Dee

Upcoming Events-
Tuesday, September 11—For Seniors Only 5:45-7:00 p.m. Bible Study in Conference Room 3
Wednesday, September 12- Lead Team Sign Up/Luncheon 12:00 p.m.
Youth Search Committee meets with youth and parents
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday, September 14 Saturday September 15-7th Grade Celebration
Sunday, September 16- YOUTH Block Party 5:00 p.m.
Friday, October 12- Sunday, October 14- Fall Retreat to Caswell with the leadership of Christian Walker (Contemporary Christian Artist).
Saturday, November 3-Sunday, November 4- Pumpkin Smash

For Seniors Only: Seniors, you’re invited to a part of an in-depth Bible study! Harriet Davis will be leading the group in Conference Room 3 each Tuesday from 5:45-7:00 p.m. Join your peers to study the Word starting this Tuesday!

7th Grade Celebration: Friday, Sept. 14-Saturday, Sept. 15
A special time has been planned just for you! Arrive at the Annex at 4:30 p.m. to engage in Bible Study, team-building exercises, and fun & games! Bring your sleepover stash and $5 with you to cover food costs. Your parents can pick you up on Saturday at 11:30 a.m.

Coming in October!!!! Our Youth Fall Retreat is October 12-14 @ Caswell!! It will be an exciting weekend of Praise & Worship, Testimony & FUN Fellowship led by Christian Walker. Check him out @ www.christianwalkermusic.com
**Estimated cost is $75.00 for the entire wkd. More details to come!!

Important Updates:
Dee is officially on board and the e-news will continue to be sent from the office. If you have information to include in the e-news, please email Bernie at office@foresthills.org by Mondays at noon.


Dear Parents,
Oasis Suppers are a very important part of the Sunday schedule for our youth. Many arrive at the church early, beginning with Praise Band at 4 p.m. and stay until Bible study is over around 8 p.m. They are all very thankful for the meals we provide and look forward to the fellowship time together.

Each youth is asked to contribute $2.00 to help cover cost for the providing family. Working through email to arrange the schedule worked wonderfully last year, and hopefully will again this year with your help.

Here's how it will work.
1. Please look at your calendars and select a Sunday that is best for you. Don't forget to sign up early if you want to serve around your child's birthday.
2. Respond to Marilyn Froeber's e-mail (gumtickler80@aol.com) or call 851-7125 with the date you have chosen. I will respond as quickly as possible.
3. A reminder call or email will be given 2 weeks in advance. If something unforeseen has come up, you are responsible to change with someone else and notify me of the change.

I am asking that each family sign up for a Sunday solo. At present the group is small and if too many families serve together we will run out of families. Plan on approximately 45-50 youth and you will receive up to $80 reimbursement (to be taken from the money collected that night). If by chance you collect more, put it in an envelope and give it to Dee. You can check the Oasis notebook in the annex to see what the numbers are running.

The fourth Sunday of each month will be care group night. We will need to plan on approximately 70 (there will be approximately 16 additional adults leaders present for the meal so we will watch the youth count closely for planning) and the reimbursement will be up to $100.

There is a notebook in the kitchen that you will need to record the date, number served, and the food served. This will help each family plan for their time.

There are cooking utensils in the annex, but I believe most people come with the food already prepared. What ever works best for you is what you need to plan on. I will make sure that shelves are stocked with paper plates, napkins, cups and plastic utensils. If you plan to put anything in the refrigerator during Sunday School, make sure you write for oasis supper on the items or they will disappear.

Plan to arrive in plenty of time to set up and/or cook so that you are ready to serve at 6 p.m. Be sure to put out a basket to collect the kids' $2. Please leave the kitchen area clean once you are finished. Also, take everything you brought home with you. The refrigerator becomes stocked with condiments that no one else will use because they do not know their age.

Thanks to the great, early response, we are all set through December 2007. I will send out a calendar sign up for 2008 around the end of October. If you already know a date you would like in 2008 go ahead and let me know and I will reserve it for you.

Thanks for all you do serving our great bunch of youth! They are a good group of kids that represent a great group of families.
If you have any questions or concerns about the suppers please contact me.

Serving with you,
Marilyn Froeber
Gumtickler80@aol.com
851-7125

Forest Hills Baptist Church
Youth E-News
July 17, 2007


Upcoming Events:
Sunday, July 22, 2007- Christmas inJuly Celebration 12:00-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 29-August 3 – Middle School Mission Trip – Asheville, NC
Friday, August 3-5 – White Water Rafting Summer Retreat – Asheville, NC
Wednesday, August 8-11 – Under Construction – (VBS/Mission Week)
Saturday, August 25 – Lake Day
Sunday, August 26 – Promotion Day

Birthdays in July:
July 6 – Emily Dew
July 7 – Parker Edwards
July 11 – Emily Skipper
July 18 – Mark Mansell
July 24 – Luke Bracy
July 25 – Jonathan Weaver
July 26 – Sarah Anderson
July 29 – Travis Hale
July 30 – Amanda Davis


Prayer Requests:
Mary Carr Allen, Nancy Mansell, Pam Revak and all participants of our mission teams. These girls are serving in Kiev.
Cathy Zoeller- undergoing tests (Kierston, Danica, and Brittany’s mom)
Will Speight (death of co-worker)
Gena Wiltshire and Annie Walker – participating in All State Youth
Choir
John Cochran- stationed in Okinawa
Your may write John at: HA Cochran, John
3rd Med Bn, 3rd MLG
Unit 38447
FPO AP 96604

Allison’s Notes-
Hi Friends! Can you believe we are nearly half-way through our summer vacation? We were on our High School Mission Trip one MONTH ago! Time seems to fly when you’re having fun! Middle School Mission Trip is just around the corner, followed by White Water Rafting. Just know once again that I love you and I’m praying for you. Read on for important information!
Allison


Costs for Upcoming Trips:
Middle School Mission Trip Only- $100.00 youth
50.00 adult
White Water Rafting Only- $115.00 youth
75.00 adult
MSMT+Raftig-x $200.00 youth
125.00 adult

Middle School Mission Trip Update:
We will have a participant meeting (not parent meeting) this Wednesday, July 18 at 6:00-8:00 in the Annex. We will eat together before finalizing our plans. Please be present and if you can’t, let me know. You will also receive a trip itinerary and packing list at this meeting. Parents, we will let you know of our parent meeting and commissioning following Wednesday’s meeting.
The cost of the Middle School Mission Trip is $100.00 for youth and $50.00 for adult leaders. If you are going to stay for the Summer Retreat at the end of the week, the total cost of both experiences is $200.00 ($125.00 for adults). Payment is now due.
The following people are on the list to go. If you are going and are not on this list, please call or email me right away. If you are not going, and are on the list, please let me know as well.

Middle School Mission Trip Participants:
Allison Coltrane
Jane Revak (Lead Team Chair)
Jill Swinson
Kelly Hand
Susan Woodard
Jeannie Hutton
Pam Revak
Tom Bowers
Chuck Cox
Harl Lairmore
Molly Mitchell
Hannah Chandler
Logan Hand
Rachel Medlin
Luke Bracy
Jessie Woodard
Bryan Swinson
Jonathan Weaver
Johnson Beasley
Mitchell Hutton
Thomas Phillips
Sarah Anderson
Elizabeth Graham
Phillip Revak
Andrew Bowers
Kierston Zoeller
Danica Zoeller


White Water Rafting Summer Retreat- Aug. 3-5
It is almost here and this is your last chance to get on board! Please email me or call by Friday to let me know you are going. I have to turn in our rooming list this week. The cost is $115.00 ($75.00 for adults) which includes everything except two fast food meals. You can read the list of participants below. Add your name while there is time! Itineraries will follow.

White Water Rafting Participants:
Allison Coltrane
Mickey Scott (Lead Team Chair)
Pam Scott
Garry Stephenson
Tom Hale
Shannon Bellamy
Susan Woodard
Tom Bowers
Jane Revak
Jeannie Hutton
Logan Hand
Elizabeth Graham
Molly Mitchell
Jessie Woodard
Bryan Swinson
Johnson Beasley
Andrew Bowers
Mitchell Hutton
Thomas Phillips
Phillip Revak
Pam Revak
Hannah Chandler
Sarah Anderson
Scott Graham
Evan Musten
Alan Chandler
Travis Hale
Garrett Bellamy
Grant Harris
Joel Wilson
Nick Edwards
Caroline Green
Sarah Scott
Ali Scott
Emily Skipper


Christmas in July Celebration/Oasis-
This Sunday, July 22 will be a day of hanging out together for a Christmas in July Celebration and Oasis. We will have lunch and go ice skating after church, come back to the annex for dinner, movie, and games. We will also collect gifts for a youth family in need. The cost is $8.00 for ice-skating, transportation, and dinner. Bring a few extra dollars for
lunch.

Sign up by calling 828-6161 ext. 110 or email youth@foresthills.org. We must know in order to provide adequate transportation! If you will chaperone and/or drive a van, please let me know.

The gifts we collect will help a youth family that has been part of our ministry this year. Please bring ANY of the following items on Sunday.

Toiletries
School Supplies
Wal-Mart Gift Card
Food Lion Gift Card
Gas Card
Paper Products (Paper Towels, Napkins, Toilet Paper)
If you would like to make a financial contribution or have any further questions, contact Allison.

FYI: Your Lake Day Lead Team is hard at work for the big day- August 25! Your information packets will be arriving soon.

Forest Hills Baptist Church
Youth E-News
May 21, 2007

Happy Birthday in May!
Zach Walker-26th
Harriet Davis- 30th

Upcoming Events:
Wednesday, May 23- 6:00pm Last Straight Talk
Sunday, May 27- Memorial Day Weekend (no Oasis)
Wednesday, May 30- Grand Finale of Wednesday evening activities
before summer break- (All youth will meet
together.)
Sunday, June 3- 4pm Praise Band
5pm Youth Choir
5pm HS Mission Trip Meeting
6pm Grand Finale of Oasis


Allison’s Notes- (Epistle)
Hello Friends,
Let me begin with a GREAT BIG thank you for my surprise birthday party and gift certificate! I was really surprised and touched when all of you popped up and out last Wednesday night as I walked through the doors. Camp and Ramp was a huge success. The cardboard houses were creative to say the least, complete with patios, spray paint, and even Christmas lights. Phillip Revak pulled out the victory with his house being built to stay warm. Our neighbors across the street on Clark Ave. were our judges. Our "bagged" shelter style dinners, our Bible study and mission projects made the event complete. Thanks to our Local Mission Project Lead Team for organizing our projects and to every chaperone and leader who helped make Camp and Ramp successful. Sunday's Oasis was part two of our pre-trip preparation. The Stephenson's shared with us their missions experience in South Africa and challenged us to be spiritually prepared for our summer mission trips. Our Praise Band got us on our feet with a new selection. Wow! What a great job! I hope you all have a great week. I am praying for those of you who are taking the EOG's and final exams. I challenge you to Focus, Feed, and Fashion (words from our Bible Study) as you journey through another week.
Love,
Allison


Middle School Mission Trip Update
We will have a meeting for ALL youth and adult leaders who plan to attend our summer mission trip to Asheville on Wednesday, May 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the annex!

ATTN: High School Mission Trip Participants

You should have received your VIP packets in the mail by now. Please let us know if you have not. We need your immediate attention to the forms in this packet, so that you will have everything completed by our meeting on Sunday, June 3, 2007 @ 5:00 PM in the Youth Annex. There will be at least 2 notaries there for your convenience.

Some of you began thinking about your Mission Trip this past weekend at our "Camp & Ramp". What I challenge you to do from this point on is what the Stephensons spoke about last night at Oasis.....PRAY, PRAY and PRAY more! Pray for WHERE you are going, WHO you will meet, & WHAT you will be doing~~all for God's Glory!
HOW will God be able to use YOU in Canada?

If you have any questions about the Mission Trip, please contact Allison or me, youth@foresthills.org.

Thanks,
Mama Woodard