HAPPY NEW YEAR! Welcome to the last H.Y.P.E.R. post of 2009. Two announcements to share with you this time...check 'em out:
Sunday, January 3: UMYF will happen from 6 - 8 pm in the CLLC. Kick the New Year off right! We'll be talking resolutions...do you make them? Why? Why not? Join in the conversation!
NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT!
I hope your calendars are already marked for the Revolution Conference in Columbia, January 22 - 24. We'll leave Hibben at 4:30pm on Friday and head to Columbia for an amazing and inspiring weekend with other youth groups from across the state. 7th - 12th graders - are you sick and tired of not being taken seriously because you're "young"? What would happen if you all banded together to start a revolution...in your homes, your schools, and your communities? This inspirational and motivating weekend is sure to give you confidence and rejuvenation in your faith.
Cost per person is $60 and includes event admission, 2 nights hotel accommodations (at the Hampton Inn), 2 breakfasts, and transportation. You'll need additional money for 2 lunches and 2 dinners. SPACE IS LIMITED, so sign-up today. You can e-mail or call Elizabeth, 813-8700 or eskogman@hibbenumc.org. Deadline for registration is January 15.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Thank You
Thanks to all of you for the special gift that was presented to me at MYF on Sunday Night. The donkey given in my name through World Vision to a family in need is humbling and so special. Through this true spirit of giving and generosity, you've shown God's love and compassion - not just to the family who will be helped by this gift - but also to me.
I pray each of you have a meaningful Christmas, spending time with family and friends, rejoicing for the many blessings we all enjoy, and reflecting on the magnificent gift of Jesus Christ.
Christmas Party Re-cap
The last UMYF meeting of the year was one to remember! Our Christmas Party included tons of games - here's a look at the supply table before the madness began:
And FIREBALLS! By the end of the night, everyone took home a bucket of their own.
The ever popular and much-anticipated "Bologna Snowflake" game was a hit - especially for those who managed not to be grossed out by the bologna. Katie Wamsley took home first prize with her tribute to the Jersey Shore. Don't ask...
We interrupt this recap for some pictures by Julia and Lauren. (Camera stealers.)
Next up, Water Harp Christmas Caroling. Each group performed magnificently. Jingle Bells never sounded so good.
Thanks to everyone who came, and to Sharon, David, Bill, Linda, and Jennifer Roberts for helping clean-up!
And FIREBALLS! By the end of the night, everyone took home a bucket of their own.
The ever popular and much-anticipated "Bologna Snowflake" game was a hit - especially for those who managed not to be grossed out by the bologna. Katie Wamsley took home first prize with her tribute to the Jersey Shore. Don't ask...
We interrupt this recap for some pictures by Julia and Lauren. (Camera stealers.)
Next up, Water Harp Christmas Caroling. Each group performed magnificently. Jingle Bells never sounded so good. 
Thanks to everyone who came, and to Sharon, David, Bill, Linda, and Jennifer Roberts for helping clean-up! Thursday, December 17, 2009
Sharing Christmas
This weekend gives us two great opportunities to share Christmas!
Saturday, December 19: We've been invited to join the Revelation Sunday School class's annual Christmas Caroling outing! Imagine the joy that we'll bring to Hibben's elderly shut-in members who might otherwise spend the holidays feeling forgotten and alone. Even if you don't consider yourself an expert singer, this event is about much more than songs! We'll meet in the front parking lot at 1:30 on Saturday and will finish around 4:00. Make it a family affair - all youth and their families are invited.
Sunday, December 20 UMYF: We'll share Christmas with one another from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC at our CHRISTMAS PARTY! If you've never made a bologna snowflake, you simply must attend. We'll have food, tons of games with prizes, and prepare ourselves to celebrate Christ's birth.
Please note: We will not have UMYF on Sunday night, December 27. Normal activities will resume on January 3.
Revolution 2010: It's the first big event of 2010 and you won't want to miss it! We're headed to Columbia, January 22 - 24 to attend the state-wide UMYF conference. Charge your batteries for the year ahead, connect with old friends (from Salkehatchie!), and meet new ones at this amazing weekend of music, speakers, and off-the-wall activities. More details will follow after Christmas, so mark your calendar and stay tuned!
Saturday, December 19: We've been invited to join the Revelation Sunday School class's annual Christmas Caroling outing! Imagine the joy that we'll bring to Hibben's elderly shut-in members who might otherwise spend the holidays feeling forgotten and alone. Even if you don't consider yourself an expert singer, this event is about much more than songs! We'll meet in the front parking lot at 1:30 on Saturday and will finish around 4:00. Make it a family affair - all youth and their families are invited.
Sunday, December 20 UMYF: We'll share Christmas with one another from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC at our CHRISTMAS PARTY! If you've never made a bologna snowflake, you simply must attend. We'll have food, tons of games with prizes, and prepare ourselves to celebrate Christ's birth.
Please note: We will not have UMYF on Sunday night, December 27. Normal activities will resume on January 3.
Revolution 2010: It's the first big event of 2010 and you won't want to miss it! We're headed to Columbia, January 22 - 24 to attend the state-wide UMYF conference. Charge your batteries for the year ahead, connect with old friends (from Salkehatchie!), and meet new ones at this amazing weekend of music, speakers, and off-the-wall activities. More details will follow after Christmas, so mark your calendar and stay tuned!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
UMYF News, 12/10
Brrrrr! Hope you guys are enjoying the chilly weather! Check out the Christmas events below and get ready to celebrate the season!
UMYF Sunday (12/13): What's Christmas without a good, old fashioned PARADE!?!?! We'll meet on the front lawn at 4:30 pm for pizza and games, and then stick around for the MAIN EVENT - the Mt. Pleasant Christmas Parade. Afterwards, we'll enjoy cookies and hot chocolate in the CLLC with our Hibben family. See you there!
Christmas Caroling (12/19): We're lucky to be able to get out and about and enjoy the Christmas season, but not all Hibben members are so lucky. The solution? We're bringing Christmas to THEM! Meet in the front parking lot on Saturday, December 19 at 1:30 for an afternoon of caroling to Hibben's shut-in members. This is such a special Hibben tradition and an amazing ministry and service to others. We'll return around 4:00 pm.
UMYF Sunday (12/13): What's Christmas without a good, old fashioned PARADE!?!?! We'll meet on the front lawn at 4:30 pm for pizza and games, and then stick around for the MAIN EVENT - the Mt. Pleasant Christmas Parade. Afterwards, we'll enjoy cookies and hot chocolate in the CLLC with our Hibben family. See you there!
Christmas Caroling (12/19): We're lucky to be able to get out and about and enjoy the Christmas season, but not all Hibben members are so lucky. The solution? We're bringing Christmas to THEM! Meet in the front parking lot on Saturday, December 19 at 1:30 for an afternoon of caroling to Hibben's shut-in members. This is such a special Hibben tradition and an amazing ministry and service to others. We'll return around 4:00 pm.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
UMYF News, 12/2
Happy December! We've got a full Sunday of activities this week and I hope to see you at them all!
Kids' Day Out: No, you're not the kids, but we do need your help! This event is being used as a fundraiser for the Belize Mission Trip and gives parents the opportunity to leave their children at Hibben while they get ready for the holidays. From 12 - 5 in the CLLC, we'll be doing crafts, playing games, watching movies, and having FUN! Please plan to help for all (or part) of the day and give back to a church that's so supportive of us!
Youth Council Team Meetings: If you're on a Youth Council Team or you'd like to be, come to the CLLC at 5:00pm and help us do some important planning for the winter. Items we'll be discussing include the Ski Trip, Silent Auction, prep for the Ministry Fair, Revolution Convention and more!
UMYF SUNDAY: Read 1 Corinthians 15:58 and get ready to STAND FIRM! It can be a challenge to stand firm in your faith when life comes calling, so that's what we'll be talking about (AND DOING) from 6 - 8pm. Are you ready?
Kids' Day Out: No, you're not the kids, but we do need your help! This event is being used as a fundraiser for the Belize Mission Trip and gives parents the opportunity to leave their children at Hibben while they get ready for the holidays. From 12 - 5 in the CLLC, we'll be doing crafts, playing games, watching movies, and having FUN! Please plan to help for all (or part) of the day and give back to a church that's so supportive of us!
Youth Council Team Meetings: If you're on a Youth Council Team or you'd like to be, come to the CLLC at 5:00pm and help us do some important planning for the winter. Items we'll be discussing include the Ski Trip, Silent Auction, prep for the Ministry Fair, Revolution Convention and more!
UMYF SUNDAY: Read 1 Corinthians 15:58 and get ready to STAND FIRM! It can be a challenge to stand firm in your faith when life comes calling, so that's what we'll be talking about (AND DOING) from 6 - 8pm. Are you ready?
Saturday, November 21, 2009
NYWC, Day 2
The fun continued here in Atlanta on Day 2 of the National Youth Workers Convention! It was a day full of collaboration with other youth workers from across the country. Such great conversations and ideas were exchanged and I can't WAIT to get back to Hibben to share them with you.
Some photos from the day:
I'm already excited to see what tomorrow holds!
Some photos from the day:
(I sorta got in trouble with this friendly security guard for entering through the exit. But I had to get a picture under the Welcome Banner!)
And then guess what happened? Go ahead....guess! If you were smarter than a 5th grader, maybe you'd be able to. (hint, hint). We got a surprise visit tonight from none other than...Jeff Foxworthy!
This was the best of a bunch of really bad photos I took of him. I also took a video of his HILARIOUS monologue, but the file is too large to upload to the good 'ole H.Y.P.E.R., so you'll have to take my word for it. The man is FUNNY.
Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers. I have been challenged and energized in ways I never thought possible. And laughter...yeah, there's been a bit of that going on, too.
I'm already excited to see what tomorrow holds!
Friday, November 20, 2009
NYWC, Day 1
"Like taking a drink from a fire hydrant."
That's how I heard one convention attendee describe the scene, and I must say I fully agree. We are all awash with opportunities to listen, learn, collaborate, talk, sing, pray, laugh, worship, socialize, and GROW in the body of Christ. It truly is a remarkable thing.
That's how I heard one convention attendee describe the scene, and I must say I fully agree. We are all awash with opportunities to listen, learn, collaborate, talk, sing, pray, laugh, worship, socialize, and GROW in the body of Christ. It truly is a remarkable thing.
It would be very difficult to pick a highlight from the day. I attended workshops that focused on the need for structure AND CHAOS in middle school ministry (I think we've got at least ONE of those covered...) and another about practical theology. Andy Stanley's keynote speech about leadership was motivating and Francis Chan's presentation tonight was so amazing I can't even get over it. He spoke about 2 Peter 1:5-9 and it really might have been one of the most powerful, convicting, impassioned sermons I've ever heard. Lots of food for thought.
And that's just the tip of the iceburg, really. The vendors have been great - I've entered to win so many great prizes and if I'm lucky enough to bring one home, I'll give it away at the next MYF meeting (we're talking iPods, gift cards, CASH...) - the music has been incredible and the joy and excitement from packing 3,000 youth workers in one room is simply contagious.
If you're reading this and you're between the ages of 12 - 18, know that there are SO MANY people out there who love you, care for you, are pulling for you, and are eager and excited to walk this walk with you.
And I'm one of 'em.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
UMYF News, 11/19
Whew! Last weekend was busy! First, the Cardboard Campout on Friday (check out the re-cap below), then the Belize Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast, and MYF on Sunday night with 35 youth! Thanks to everyone who helped make each of these events possible.
UMYF Sunday: As the Operation Christmas Child Relay Center for the East Cooper Area, Hibben will be FILLED with OCC gift boxes as churches and civic groups bring their donations. On Sunday night (11/22), we'll help pack crates with gift boxes and load the OCC trucks. We need your help to get these boxes on the road! Join us from 6 - 8pm and get ready to do some important service work.
Sunday, 11/29: We will not have MYF on 11/29. Happy Thanksgiving!
CONGRATULATIONS! We are so proud of the Wando High School Marching Band for their success at the Bands of America Grand National Championships last weekend. The band placed 11th out of 92 bands! Hibben was well represented by Jess Frink, Tori Frink, Sullivan Jones, Lauren Nyers, David Thompson, and Jordan Yaeger. Way to go!
Dear Diary...: Today, I'm headed to Atlanta to attend Youth Specialties' National Youth Workers Convention! I'm looking forward to 3-days of speakers, music, workshops, and fun with other youth workers from across the Southeast. Please keep me in your prayers as I travel and learn. I'm hoping to be able to update H.Y.P.E.R. with news about my adventure, so check back here frequently!
UMYF Sunday: As the Operation Christmas Child Relay Center for the East Cooper Area, Hibben will be FILLED with OCC gift boxes as churches and civic groups bring their donations. On Sunday night (11/22), we'll help pack crates with gift boxes and load the OCC trucks. We need your help to get these boxes on the road! Join us from 6 - 8pm and get ready to do some important service work.
Sunday, 11/29: We will not have MYF on 11/29. Happy Thanksgiving!
CONGRATULATIONS! We are so proud of the Wando High School Marching Band for their success at the Bands of America Grand National Championships last weekend. The band placed 11th out of 92 bands! Hibben was well represented by Jess Frink, Tori Frink, Sullivan Jones, Lauren Nyers, David Thompson, and Jordan Yaeger. Way to go!
Dear Diary...: Today, I'm headed to Atlanta to attend Youth Specialties' National Youth Workers Convention! I'm looking forward to 3-days of speakers, music, workshops, and fun with other youth workers from across the Southeast. Please keep me in your prayers as I travel and learn. I'm hoping to be able to update H.Y.P.E.R. with news about my adventure, so check back here frequently!
Cardboard Campout Recap
The inaugural Cardboard Campout was a smashing success! With 26 youth and 6 adults and more cardboard boxes than we knew what to do with, we all got a small glimpse into the lives of Charleston's homeless. A huge thank you to: Jeff Yungman from Crisis Ministries, Good Wood and Stuckey Furniture for helping us with boxes, Karen Butler, Sharon Thompson, David Lupo, Jesse Melan, and Carlsen Huey for chaperoning, the Mt. Pleasant Police Department for their frequent visits to make sure we were safe, Heather and Shawn Dolan for lending their fire pit, and all the youth who stepped out of their comfort zone to participate in this experience.
Pictures are below and be sure to be in church on Sunday, November 29. Grace Fennell is working on a video of the Campout and it will be shown during the Good News Moment.
Jeff Yungman from Crisis Ministries addresses the group. Very educational!
No cell phones! Just look at all the electronics I found!
Pictures are below and be sure to be in church on Sunday, November 29. Grace Fennell is working on a video of the Campout and it will be shown during the Good News Moment.
Jeff Yungman from Crisis Ministries addresses the group. Very educational! No cell phones! Just look at all the electronics I found! 
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Cardboard Campout!
Click here for all the details on the Cardboard Campout, happening on Friday, November 13.
UMYF News, November 11
UMYF Sunday: We'll decompress from the Cardboard Campout, share thoughts about the experience and make a long-term plan about how our MYF group can help Charleston's homeless. Oh, yeah. There will also be plenty of food and plenty of games. Be there...6 - 8 pm in the CLLC.
Belize Pancake Breakfast: Join us Sunday for a church-wide Pancake Breakfast from 7:30 - 10:30 in the CLLC! The youth are hosting this event and all proceeds will be used to support the Belize Mission Trip. All-You-Can=Eat tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door.
Operation Christmas Child at Chick-fil-A! On Wednesday, November 18, there will be a celebration of Operation Christmas Child at the Chic-fil-A on Johnnie Dodds Blvd (near Publix). The Hibben bus will leave the back parking lot of the church at 5:45 pm and head to Chic-fil-A for dinner (please bring your own $$ for your meal). We will return at 7:00 pm. At Chic-fil-A, we'll enjoy raffle prizes, pictures with a Chic-fil-A "Santa Cow", the youth group that brings the most shoeboxes will win a prize! Drop off your shoebox and receive a coupon for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich. People of all ages are invited. Don't miss the fun!
Belize Pancake Breakfast: Join us Sunday for a church-wide Pancake Breakfast from 7:30 - 10:30 in the CLLC! The youth are hosting this event and all proceeds will be used to support the Belize Mission Trip. All-You-Can=Eat tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door.
Operation Christmas Child at Chick-fil-A! On Wednesday, November 18, there will be a celebration of Operation Christmas Child at the Chic-fil-A on Johnnie Dodds Blvd (near Publix). The Hibben bus will leave the back parking lot of the church at 5:45 pm and head to Chic-fil-A for dinner (please bring your own $$ for your meal). We will return at 7:00 pm. At Chic-fil-A, we'll enjoy raffle prizes, pictures with a Chic-fil-A "Santa Cow", the youth group that brings the most shoeboxes will win a prize! Drop off your shoebox and receive a coupon for a free Chick-fil-A sandwich. People of all ages are invited. Don't miss the fun!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Cardboard Campout Details
Step out of your comfort zone and join us for an unforgettable, life changing event at Hibben: The Cardboard Campout!
When: Friday night, November 13
Time: 7:00pm Friday - 7:00am on Saturday
What: We'll learn first hand what it's like to be homeless for one night as we sleep on the front lawn of Hibben UMC in cardboard boxes. Guest speakers will talk to us about homelessness in Charleston and we'll learn about what we can do to help.
Who: All 7th - 12th graders are invited. Bring your friends!
Participants will be given a cardboard box and tape to construct a shelter for the night.
DO Bring: A sleeping bag and one pillow. Any other belongings you bring must fit into 1, 13 gallon trash bag. Bundle up and plan for cold weather. Suggested items include layers of clothing, a blanket, gloves, hat, etc. You may also bring one flashlight. Please also bring non-perishable food items to be donated to a local shelter.
DO NOT Bring: With the exception of one flashlight, you may not bring anything that has an on/off switch (that's right...no cell phone, iPod, radios, etc.). Do not bring food. Do not bring sporting equipment.
Other Info: We will accept new participants until 11:00pm. If you're not able to make it at 7:00, feel free to come late. At 11:00pm, the campsite will be on lock-down.
For more information, contact Elizabeth at eskogman@hibbenumc.org or 813-8700.
When: Friday night, November 13
Time: 7:00pm Friday - 7:00am on Saturday
What: We'll learn first hand what it's like to be homeless for one night as we sleep on the front lawn of Hibben UMC in cardboard boxes. Guest speakers will talk to us about homelessness in Charleston and we'll learn about what we can do to help.
Who: All 7th - 12th graders are invited. Bring your friends!
Participants will be given a cardboard box and tape to construct a shelter for the night.
DO Bring: A sleeping bag and one pillow. Any other belongings you bring must fit into 1, 13 gallon trash bag. Bundle up and plan for cold weather. Suggested items include layers of clothing, a blanket, gloves, hat, etc. You may also bring one flashlight. Please also bring non-perishable food items to be donated to a local shelter.
DO NOT Bring: With the exception of one flashlight, you may not bring anything that has an on/off switch (that's right...no cell phone, iPod, radios, etc.). Do not bring food. Do not bring sporting equipment.
Other Info: We will accept new participants until 11:00pm. If you're not able to make it at 7:00, feel free to come late. At 11:00pm, the campsite will be on lock-down.
For more information, contact Elizabeth at eskogman@hibbenumc.org or 813-8700.
UMYF News, November 5
November is shaping up to be a busy month with UMYF! Take a look at all the events and announcements below and jump in:
UMYF Sunday Night: In preparation for the Cardboard Campout on 11/13, we'll be playing a human board game. Will you end up homeless or be fortunate enough to hang onto your possessions? Join us from 6-8 in the CLLC and find out!
Cardboard Campout: See the post above for all the details about the Cardboard Campout!
Canned Food Drive: Bring some non-perishable food items for donation to a local food bank! The canned food box is in the Narthex...let's FILL IT!
Belize Mission Trip Pancake Breakfast: On Sunday, November 15 from 7:30 - 10:30am, the youth will be hosting a pancake breakfast for the congregation to raise money for the Belize Mission Trip. Tickets are $5 each and include all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage and fixings. See Carlsen Huey, Jesse Meelan, or Emily Nyers to get your tickets!
UMYF Ski Trip: The deadline for ski trip registration has been extended to THIS SUNDAY! Please give your $25 deposit to Sharon Thompson or Carlsen Huey this Sunday. We'll be going to Winterplace, February 12 - 15. Cost per person is $275 and fundraising opportunities are available.
UMYF Sunday Night: In preparation for the Cardboard Campout on 11/13, we'll be playing a human board game. Will you end up homeless or be fortunate enough to hang onto your possessions? Join us from 6-8 in the CLLC and find out!
Cardboard Campout: See the post above for all the details about the Cardboard Campout!
Canned Food Drive: Bring some non-perishable food items for donation to a local food bank! The canned food box is in the Narthex...let's FILL IT!
Belize Mission Trip Pancake Breakfast: On Sunday, November 15 from 7:30 - 10:30am, the youth will be hosting a pancake breakfast for the congregation to raise money for the Belize Mission Trip. Tickets are $5 each and include all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage and fixings. See Carlsen Huey, Jesse Meelan, or Emily Nyers to get your tickets!
UMYF Ski Trip: The deadline for ski trip registration has been extended to THIS SUNDAY! Please give your $25 deposit to Sharon Thompson or Carlsen Huey this Sunday. We'll be going to Winterplace, February 12 - 15. Cost per person is $275 and fundraising opportunities are available.
Operation Christmas Child Shopping Spree!
After a successful trip to the Dollar Store, we were able to pack 25 boxes to be sent to Operation Christmas Child children this winter. Thanks to everyone who brought donations and helped with the shopping! From toothbrushes and play dough to party horns and coloring books - the boxes are stuffed to the brim with amazing gifts. What's better is that each child who receives a box will also hear the Gospel. Such wonderful work is being done through this program!
Take a look at the fun we had:
Take a look at the fun we had:
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
UMYF News, October 28
UMYF Sunday: It’s all about Operation Christmas Child this Sunday. We’ll start at the CLLC at 6 pm for dinner and games, then head to the Dollar Store to stock up on goodies for our shoe boxes. Please bring $5 cash to spend. We’ll return to the church at 8 pm.
Canned Food Drive: Only two weeks left for the UMYF Canned Food Drive! Pick up some canned goods and drop them by the box in the Narthex. We’ll donate them to Crisis Ministries just in time for Thanksgiving. REMEMBER: the grade with the most donated canned goods will receive a significant comfort advantage during the Cardboard Campout. Write your grade on the bottom of the cans you donate!
SAVE THE DATE! On Friday, November 13, 7th - 12th graders will have a “Cardboard Campout” on the front lawn of Hibben. Guest speakers will talk to us about homelessness in Charleston, and then we’ll spend the night outside in cardboard boxes. More details to follow soon, but mark your calendars NOW!
Canned Food Drive: Only two weeks left for the UMYF Canned Food Drive! Pick up some canned goods and drop them by the box in the Narthex. We’ll donate them to Crisis Ministries just in time for Thanksgiving. REMEMBER: the grade with the most donated canned goods will receive a significant comfort advantage during the Cardboard Campout. Write your grade on the bottom of the cans you donate!
SAVE THE DATE! On Friday, November 13, 7th - 12th graders will have a “Cardboard Campout” on the front lawn of Hibben. Guest speakers will talk to us about homelessness in Charleston, and then we’ll spend the night outside in cardboard boxes. More details to follow soon, but mark your calendars NOW!
Long Time, No Post
Hello out there! It's been a couple of weeks since the last H.Y.P.E.R. update. I'm picture-less from the last 2 MYF meetings, but let me assure you that MUCH fun has been had. Thanks to all of you who have been faithfully attending, bringing your friends and helping the youth program grow!
In lieu of photos, I'd like to present you with these laugh-out-loud Halloween jokes. Because nothing lightens the mood of this totally creepy time of year like a corny joke. Feel free to pass them off as your own:
How do you repair a broken Jack-o-lantern?
Buy a pumpkin patch!
What is a Mummie's favorite type of music?
Wrap!
What do you call a witch who lives at the beach?
A sand-witch.
Why didn't the skeleton dance at the party?
He had no body to dance with.
What are ghosts' favorite kind of streets?
Dead ends
What is a vampires favorite holiday?
Fangsgiving
What do you call two spiders that just got married?
Newlywebbed
Which building does Dracula visit in New York?
The Vampire State Building.
Where do most goblins live?
In South Scarolina.
Get it? Get it? Get it?
In lieu of photos, I'd like to present you with these laugh-out-loud Halloween jokes. Because nothing lightens the mood of this totally creepy time of year like a corny joke. Feel free to pass them off as your own:
How do you repair a broken Jack-o-lantern?
Buy a pumpkin patch!
What is a Mummie's favorite type of music?
Wrap!
What do you call a witch who lives at the beach?
A sand-witch.
Why didn't the skeleton dance at the party?
He had no body to dance with.
What are ghosts' favorite kind of streets?
Dead ends
What is a vampires favorite holiday?
Fangsgiving
What do you call two spiders that just got married?
Newlywebbed
Which building does Dracula visit in New York?
The Vampire State Building.
Where do most goblins live?
In South Scarolina.
Get it? Get it? Get it?
Thursday, October 15, 2009
UMYF News, October 15
UMYF Sunday Night: ‘Tis the season for ghosts, goblins and...coffins? We know heaven is waiting on us, so should we look forward to dying? We’ll stage a debate and give you a chance to weigh in! Join us from 6 – 8pm.
Canned Food Drive: Swing by the grocery store this week and pick up some canned goods for the UMYF Canned Food Drive which starts this Sunday! Drop ‘em by the box in the Narthex. We’ll donate them to Crisis Ministries just in time for Thanksgiving.
Cupcake Baking: The Fall Festival needs our help! We’ll be baking 7 DOZEN cupcakes this Sunday. Bring some icing (and a muffin pan if you have one) and arrive Sunday at 4:30 in the CLLC to pitch in!
UMYF Ski Trip! We're headed to Winterplace, WV, Feb. 12 - 15 and we're taking sign-ups now! Cost per person is $275 and includes lodging, transportation, lift tickets and ski rentals. Fundraising opportunities are available. Sign-up by paying a $25 deposit by October 25. Contact Elizabeth for more info: eskogman@hibbenumc.org or 813-8700.
SAVE THE DATE! We’ll be devoting the month of November to learning about homelessness in our community, and there’s no better way to LEARN about being homeless than to BECOME homeless. On Friday, November 13, we’ll be hosting the “Cardboard Campout” on the front lawn of Hibben. Guest speakers will talk to us about homelessness in Charleston, and then we’ll spend the night outside in cardboard boxes. More details to follow soon, but mark your calendars NOW!
UMYF Meals: If you haven’t signed up to provide a meal for UMYF this fall, there are still a few open dates! Please contact Joye Wells if you’re able to help: jwells15@comcast.net
Canned Food Drive: Swing by the grocery store this week and pick up some canned goods for the UMYF Canned Food Drive which starts this Sunday! Drop ‘em by the box in the Narthex. We’ll donate them to Crisis Ministries just in time for Thanksgiving.
Cupcake Baking: The Fall Festival needs our help! We’ll be baking 7 DOZEN cupcakes this Sunday. Bring some icing (and a muffin pan if you have one) and arrive Sunday at 4:30 in the CLLC to pitch in!
UMYF Ski Trip! We're headed to Winterplace, WV, Feb. 12 - 15 and we're taking sign-ups now! Cost per person is $275 and includes lodging, transportation, lift tickets and ski rentals. Fundraising opportunities are available. Sign-up by paying a $25 deposit by October 25. Contact Elizabeth for more info: eskogman@hibbenumc.org or 813-8700.
SAVE THE DATE! We’ll be devoting the month of November to learning about homelessness in our community, and there’s no better way to LEARN about being homeless than to BECOME homeless. On Friday, November 13, we’ll be hosting the “Cardboard Campout” on the front lawn of Hibben. Guest speakers will talk to us about homelessness in Charleston, and then we’ll spend the night outside in cardboard boxes. More details to follow soon, but mark your calendars NOW!
UMYF Meals: If you haven’t signed up to provide a meal for UMYF this fall, there are still a few open dates! Please contact Joye Wells if you’re able to help: jwells15@comcast.net
Thursday, October 8, 2009
UMYF News!
Lots going on in MYF-land this weekend, so have a look and make plans to join in the FUN!
FREE BREAKFAST! Two magic words, right? On Sunday morning during Sunday School hour, we'll be having a pancake breakfast in the CLLC. Hibben is hosting a group on area college students who are members of the Wesley Foundation. Jr. and Sr. High classes are both invited. Hope to see you there!
UMYF Sunday: Rules, Rules, Rules. They're EVERYWHERE! At school, at home, at work, even at church. Join us Sunday from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC. We'll look at rules from a new perspective. Instead of restricting us, can they really liberate us?
Youth Council Team Meetings: Sunday from 5 - 6pm in the CLLC. Join a team and help us plan. Communications, Missions, Witness, Discipleship/Worship, or Fundraising – we need your input!
UMYF Meals: What do teenagers love even more than text messaging? FOOD! If your family would like to provide dinner for about 30 people on an upcoming Sunday night, please contact Elizabeth. We have several open dates this fall and could use your help!
February Ski Trip: Thanks to Carlsen for starting the planning of our 2010 Ski Trip, which will be in February. Join us on Sunday night at MYF for more details!
FREE BREAKFAST! Two magic words, right? On Sunday morning during Sunday School hour, we'll be having a pancake breakfast in the CLLC. Hibben is hosting a group on area college students who are members of the Wesley Foundation. Jr. and Sr. High classes are both invited. Hope to see you there!
UMYF Sunday: Rules, Rules, Rules. They're EVERYWHERE! At school, at home, at work, even at church. Join us Sunday from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC. We'll look at rules from a new perspective. Instead of restricting us, can they really liberate us?
Youth Council Team Meetings: Sunday from 5 - 6pm in the CLLC. Join a team and help us plan. Communications, Missions, Witness, Discipleship/Worship, or Fundraising – we need your input!
UMYF Meals: What do teenagers love even more than text messaging? FOOD! If your family would like to provide dinner for about 30 people on an upcoming Sunday night, please contact Elizabeth. We have several open dates this fall and could use your help!
February Ski Trip: Thanks to Carlsen for starting the planning of our 2010 Ski Trip, which will be in February. Join us on Sunday night at MYF for more details!
Praise Band, Christmas Cards, and COOKIES!!!!
Much fun last Sunday! The Praise Band got started up again (and they sound great!).
There were a whopping 31 folks at MYF on Sunday night! Thanks to everyone who came, brought friends and joined in the fun. 
We decorated Christmas cards in support of the Belize mission trip fundraiser and baked cookies for Ms. Emily's upcoming trip to Kairos Prison Ministry. She's there RIGHT NOW, so be sure and keep her in your prayers. 
There were a whopping 31 folks at MYF on Sunday night! Thanks to everyone who came, brought friends and joined in the fun. We decorated Christmas cards in support of the Belize mission trip fundraiser and baked cookies for Ms. Emily's upcoming trip to Kairos Prison Ministry. She's there RIGHT NOW, so be sure and keep her in your prayers.
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