Christmas Party Sunday! You'll need a camping chair, a blanket, your coat, and a stick to roast marshmallows. After dinner and games, we'll get bundled up and head outside for "Christmas Around the Campfire". Join us from 6-8pm in the CLLC.
Christmas Eve Handbells: Meet in the choir room at 5:45 Sunday for an hour-long practice, then plan to head to UMYF!
Revolution! Sign-up now for Revolution, the annual youth event for all churches in South Carolina. February 11 - 13 in Columbia. Cost per person is $185.00 and includes ALL meals, hotel, transportation, and event tickets. A $35 deposit is due by January 10 to hold your space. Sign-up with Elizabeth today. Don't miss this amazing weekend!
“Follow the Star”: Come at 5pm on this Sunday to support Hibben’s kids during their presentation of their Christmas musical, “Follow the Star". It's gonna be great!
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
UMYF News, 12/9
UMYF Sunday (12/12): Be here at 4pm to enjoy pizza before the Mt. Pleasant Christmas Parade! Please bring a plate of cookies or brownies to share with Hibben after the parade, and plan to stick around to help serve goodies and hot chocolate in the CLLC.
Christmas Eve Handbells: Practice on Sunday (12/12) will take place in the choir room after the parade.
UMYF Christmas Party: Sunday, December 19 from 6-8pm in the CLLC will be the Christmas Bash. Don’t miss it! It will be our last UMYF meeting of the year (can’t believe that!).
Revolution: Registration for Revolution, the state-wide youth conference in Columbia, is now open. We’ll depart after school on 2/11 and return on 2/13. Cost per person is $185 and includes ALL MEALS, hotel room, transportation, and event tickets. DO NOT MISS this trip. It's an amazing mix of new friends, fun, music, and GOD! Sign-up by e-mailing or calling Elizabeth. A $35 deposit is due by January 10.
Christmas Eve Handbells: Practice on Sunday (12/12) will take place in the choir room after the parade.
UMYF Christmas Party: Sunday, December 19 from 6-8pm in the CLLC will be the Christmas Bash. Don’t miss it! It will be our last UMYF meeting of the year (can’t believe that!).
Revolution: Registration for Revolution, the state-wide youth conference in Columbia, is now open. We’ll depart after school on 2/11 and return on 2/13. Cost per person is $185 and includes ALL MEALS, hotel room, transportation, and event tickets. DO NOT MISS this trip. It's an amazing mix of new friends, fun, music, and GOD! Sign-up by e-mailing or calling Elizabeth. A $35 deposit is due by January 10.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
UMYF this Sunday (12/5)
How much do you have in common with this fish:
It may sound like a silly question, but it's actually quite serious. The answer might surprise you and even give you a little nudge in the right direction. If you are a teenager at Hibben, you need to come to UMYF on Sunday night (12/5)...6-8pm in the CLLC.
And you know that friend you've been thinking about inviting? Bring them, too.
And you know that friend you've been thinking about inviting? Bring them, too.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
UMYF News, 11/17
There are a couple of time-sensitive announcements, so here's your H.Y.P.E.R. a day early!
BarlowGirl concert: This is your chance to earn a lock-in - if you (as a group) sell 50 tickets, we'll have a lock-in for our Christmas party. If you have sold tickets, you must report that to me (e-mail, facebook, or 813-8700) by concert time. The show is on Saturday, November 20 at 6:30 at Northwood Baptist.
Bus to BarlowGirl: The Hibben bus will be departing from the front parking lot at 5:15 SHARP on Saturday to go to the concert. If you're interested in hitching a ride, please let me know and I'll reserve a space for you. We'll return around 10:15pm.
Operation Christmas Child: Collection week is happening now, and we have the chance to pitch in with loading the truck with boxes. If you need service hours, or are just a kind-hearted kind of person, please volunteer to help for a few hours. Volunteers are needed on Saturday (11/20), 10am - 3pm and on Sunday (11/21), 12 noon - 6pm. If you are able to help, please let me know. Your friends and family members can come, too!
UMYF this Sunday (11/21): With a new, non-traditional worship service in the works at Hibben, we're helping out by lending our ideas! To help spark our brainstorm, we'll visit the contemporary service at John Wesley UMC in West Ashley on Sunday evening. Please meet in Hibben's front lot at 5:15pm and bring money for dinner. We'll return at 8pm.
BarlowGirl concert: This is your chance to earn a lock-in - if you (as a group) sell 50 tickets, we'll have a lock-in for our Christmas party. If you have sold tickets, you must report that to me (e-mail, facebook, or 813-8700) by concert time. The show is on Saturday, November 20 at 6:30 at Northwood Baptist.
Bus to BarlowGirl: The Hibben bus will be departing from the front parking lot at 5:15 SHARP on Saturday to go to the concert. If you're interested in hitching a ride, please let me know and I'll reserve a space for you. We'll return around 10:15pm.
Operation Christmas Child: Collection week is happening now, and we have the chance to pitch in with loading the truck with boxes. If you need service hours, or are just a kind-hearted kind of person, please volunteer to help for a few hours. Volunteers are needed on Saturday (11/20), 10am - 3pm and on Sunday (11/21), 12 noon - 6pm. If you are able to help, please let me know. Your friends and family members can come, too!
UMYF this Sunday (11/21): With a new, non-traditional worship service in the works at Hibben, we're helping out by lending our ideas! To help spark our brainstorm, we'll visit the contemporary service at John Wesley UMC in West Ashley on Sunday evening. Please meet in Hibben's front lot at 5:15pm and bring money for dinner. We'll return at 8pm.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
The Ultimate Challenge
That's right. We, the youth group, have been issued a challenge by the Belize mission team. It's quite simple, really. All you have to do is agree to come to an amazing, fun, loud, energetic, inspiring, dancing-singing-clapping-yelling, unbelievable BarlowGirl concert on November 20. Did I mention amazing?
As a fundraiser for the mission trip next summer, the Belize team has organized a concert with BarlowGirl, and they NEED you to attend. The details:
Date: Saturday, November 20
Time: 5:45pm (show starts at 6:30)
Location: Northwood Baptist Church
Cost: ONLY $10. Can you believe that?
We've been challenged to buy and/or sell 50 tickets to the event. It's a family affair, so start with your own household. Your parents, siblings, neighbors, friends - invite them to buy a ticket and help us reach our goal of 50 tickets.
But I'm here to sweeten the deal. Selling 50 tickets will earn you more than an amazing concert. WHEN we reach our goal, you'll also earn a LOCK-IN in DECEMBER! Let's celebrate Christmas break in a major way with a lock-in Christmas party!
People can buy their tickets by going to www.itickets.com or you can collect their $10 (cash only!), bring it to church on Sunday, and buy the tickets from me. Keep track of your own sales!
E-mail the link. Update your Facebook status. Text message. Call. Invite. Buy!
On your mark, get set....GO!
As a fundraiser for the mission trip next summer, the Belize team has organized a concert with BarlowGirl, and they NEED you to attend. The details:
Date: Saturday, November 20
Time: 5:45pm (show starts at 6:30)
Location: Northwood Baptist Church
Cost: ONLY $10. Can you believe that?
We've been challenged to buy and/or sell 50 tickets to the event. It's a family affair, so start with your own household. Your parents, siblings, neighbors, friends - invite them to buy a ticket and help us reach our goal of 50 tickets.
But I'm here to sweeten the deal. Selling 50 tickets will earn you more than an amazing concert. WHEN we reach our goal, you'll also earn a LOCK-IN in DECEMBER! Let's celebrate Christmas break in a major way with a lock-in Christmas party!
People can buy their tickets by going to www.itickets.com or you can collect their $10 (cash only!), bring it to church on Sunday, and buy the tickets from me. Keep track of your own sales!
E-mail the link. Update your Facebook status. Text message. Call. Invite. Buy!
On your mark, get set....GO!
Thursday, November 4, 2010
UMYF News, 11/4
Hope you all have a safe and Happy Halloween last week! We're kicking off the month of November with a jam packed GAME NIGHT at UMYF on Sunday (11/7) and I hope you'll be there. Check out these announcements:
UMYF Sunday (11/7): Catch the Dragon's Tail. Four Corners. Line Tag. Wind Tunnel. Jenkins Says. Wanna know how to play these games? Come on Sunday night and find out. Some are high energy, and some require expert strategy - there's something for everyone! Invite a friend to Game Night, wear comfy shoes, and get ready for a night of laughs. 6-8pm in the CLLC!
Sunday Football! Come to the front lawn of the church on Sunday at 4:30 to play some football...and help Jesse with a class project at the same time. Your gender or ability level doesn't matter, just come ready for a good time.
UMYF Sunday (11/7): Catch the Dragon's Tail. Four Corners. Line Tag. Wind Tunnel. Jenkins Says. Wanna know how to play these games? Come on Sunday night and find out. Some are high energy, and some require expert strategy - there's something for everyone! Invite a friend to Game Night, wear comfy shoes, and get ready for a night of laughs. 6-8pm in the CLLC!
Sunday Football! Come to the front lawn of the church on Sunday at 4:30 to play some football...and help Jesse with a class project at the same time. Your gender or ability level doesn't matter, just come ready for a good time.
Christmas Handbells: If you're in town on Christmas Eve, we need your help! Contact Elizabeth or Amy McCurley if you're interested in playing Handbells or singing for the Family Service. It's going to be a special night and we want to include you!
Ski Trip: There are still a few spaces remaining for the Ski Trip (Jan. 13-17 in Winterplace, WV), but you must sign-up by SUNDAY! Please visit the bulletin board beside the copy room for a flyer with details, or click HERE.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
UMYF News, 10/21
UMYF Sunday: It's the final night of The Experiment! We'll be wrapping up the past 6 weeks and talking about where to go from here. Plus games, food, and fun! Join us from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC.
Christmas Handbells: If you're in town on Christmas Eve, we need your help! Contact Elizabeth or Amy McCurley if you're interested in playing Handbells or singing for the Family Service. It's going to be a special night and we want to include you!
Ski Trip: The 2011 Ski Trip is happening January 13 - 17 in Winterplace, WV. Please visit the bulletin board beside the copy room for a flyer with details.
Ready for some FOOTBALL? Let’s have some fun, play a little football and help Jesse get a good grade, all at the same time! Sunday, November 7 at 4:30 on the front lawn of the church, we’ll play a FRIENDLY game of touch football. Everyone is invited – all ability levels and genders – to help Jesse with a class project. See you there!
PLEASE NOTE: We will not be having UMYF on Sunday, October 31. Happy Trick-or-Treating!
Thursday, October 14, 2010
UMYF News, 10/14
Youth Sunday: It’s FINALLY here! This Sunday (10/17) is Youth Sunday at Hibben. The plans have been made, and I believe you guys are going to be a total blessing to the congregation. Please remember that we will be meeting in the choir room at 7:45am on Sunday. Pretty please be on time. After the 8:15 service, we will be treated to a homemade pancake breakfast, thanks to Carlen and Kathy Huey!
UMYF Sunday: It's week 5 of The Experiment and we'll be talking about living a Christian life. Plus, we'll play armless charades and learn about The Big Three. Join us from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC.
Fall Festival: One of Hibben’s biggest events, the Fall Festival, is happening on Saturday, October 23. Volunteers are needed! It’s a great chance for you to lend a helping hand and meet other Hibben members. Check your schedules and be ready to sign up for a shift at youth on Sunday night.
Christmas Handbells: There’s a very special plan in the works for the Family Christmas Eve service on December 24. If you’re in town and would like to participate by playing handbells, please let me know ASAP. Four practice sessions will begin on Sunday afternoon, November 28. Sign-up today!
Ski Trip: See the post below for important information about our January ski trip to Winterplace, WV!
Friday, October 8, 2010
UMYF News, 10/08
Check out cookie baking photos below after you read these important messages!
Youth Sunday Planning: This Sunday (10/10) is our last chance to put the finishing touches on a fabulous Youth Sunday service. We'll be leading the congregation in worship on October 17. PLEASE be in the choir room at 9:30AM SHARP this Sunday so we can hit the ground running. There is lots to be accomplished, so eat your Wheaties and bring your smiling face!
UMYF This Sunday: We're switching things up for youth this week (10/10), so check out the plan:
Youth Sunday Planning: This Sunday (10/10) is our last chance to put the finishing touches on a fabulous Youth Sunday service. We'll be leading the congregation in worship on October 17. PLEASE be in the choir room at 9:30AM SHARP this Sunday so we can hit the ground running. There is lots to be accomplished, so eat your Wheaties and bring your smiling face!
UMYF This Sunday: We're switching things up for youth this week (10/10), so check out the plan:
- 5:00pm: Meet at Moe's on Longpoint Road for dinner! Bring money for your food - a percentage of proceeds from food purchases on 10/10 will go to Operation Christmas Child. After dinner, we'll hop on the church bus and head to Hibben.
- 6:00pm: We'll attend a presentation from Dientje Kalisky-Adams, a Holocaust Survivor, in the sanctuary at Hibben. Her presentation is open to all Hibben members and the public, and will last until approximately 8:00.
- Parents! You are welcome and encouraged to attend both dinner at Moe's (the more food we buy, the more money we raise!) AND Ms. Kalisky-Adams' presentation.
COOKIES!!!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who helped bake cookies for the Kairos Prison Ministry last week. We had a great time, baked a TON of cookies, and helped spread the message of God's love and mercy to prisoners. Take a look:
Thursday, September 30, 2010
UMYF News, 9/30
See below for some BREAKING EVENT NEWS about TWO upcoming UMYF happenings:
BREAKING NEWS #1: COOKIE BAKING! We'll be baking up a storm Sunday afternoon (10/3) from 4 - 6pm in the CLLC before UMYF. Come pitch in and get involved in this important part of Karios Prison Ministry. We'll have all the ingredients needed, but we sure could use your hands.
UMYF Sunday (10/3): After cookie baking, stick around for the 4th week of THE EXPERIMENT, when we'll talk about self-image makeovers. And yes, eye shadow, blush and lip stick will be involved. Bring a friend and join us from 6 - 8 in the CLLC.
BREAKING NEWS #2: The plan for October 10! We're switching things up for youth next week (10/10), so check out the plan:
- 5:00pm: Meet at Moe's on Longpoint Road for dinner! Bring money for your food - a percentage of proceeds from food purchases on 10/10 will go to Operation Christmas Child. After dinner, we'll hop on the church bus and head to Hibben.
- 6:00pm: We'll attend a presentation from Dientje Kalisky-Adams, a Holocaust Survivor, in the sanctuary at Hibben. Her presentation is open to all Hibben members and the public, and will last until approximately 8:00.
- Parents! You are welcome and encouraged to attend both dinner at Moe's (the more food we buy, the more money we raise!) AND Ms. Kalisky-Adams' presentation.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
UMYF News, 9/23
Raise your hand if you can't believe it's almost OCTOBER! (For those of you who can't see me, my hand is raised.) Check out the line-up for this Sunday (9/26) as well as a sneak peek at our busy October calendar below:
Youth Sunday Planning! This week, we're getting down to business and breaking into small groups to get a BUNCH of our plans down on paper. Youth Sunday planning is happening during Sunday School hour in the youth room. The theme is "Listening to God" and we need everyone to pitch in! Even if you haven't been able to make a planning session yet, come this Sunday.
Hibben's New Service Needs...YOU! New music. New audience. New outreach. A new opportunity for you to serve. Help us shape this new service which we hope will include contemporary worship in all forms - song, dance, sharing, outreach, hospitality, and community. Head to the chapel after the 10:30 worship service this Sunday (9/26) to find out more. See you there!
UMYF the week (9/26): It's Week 3 of THE EXPERIMENT and we're talking temptation this time. We all face temptation every single day, and Jesus did, too. We could all learn a few things by looking at how He handled the lure of sin...so that's exactly what we're gonna do. There may or may not be tempting baked goods involved.
A Glance Ahead to October: Mark your calendars now for these October events!
October 6- 4:00, Pumpkins arrive! Help us unload!
October 10- 4:00, Karios Prison Cookie Baking in the CLLC
October 10- 6:00, Holocaust Survivor Speaks to Hibben
October 16- 8:00am, Hibben Fall Clean-up Day
October 17- Youth Sunday (youth will lead the 8:15 & 10:30 services)
October 23- Fall Festival
Lots to look forward to! See you Sunday.
Youth Sunday Planning! This week, we're getting down to business and breaking into small groups to get a BUNCH of our plans down on paper. Youth Sunday planning is happening during Sunday School hour in the youth room. The theme is "Listening to God" and we need everyone to pitch in! Even if you haven't been able to make a planning session yet, come this Sunday.
Hibben's New Service Needs...YOU! New music. New audience. New outreach. A new opportunity for you to serve. Help us shape this new service which we hope will include contemporary worship in all forms - song, dance, sharing, outreach, hospitality, and community. Head to the chapel after the 10:30 worship service this Sunday (9/26) to find out more. See you there!
UMYF the week (9/26): It's Week 3 of THE EXPERIMENT and we're talking temptation this time. We all face temptation every single day, and Jesus did, too. We could all learn a few things by looking at how He handled the lure of sin...so that's exactly what we're gonna do. There may or may not be tempting baked goods involved.
A Glance Ahead to October: Mark your calendars now for these October events!
October 6- 4:00, Pumpkins arrive! Help us unload!
October 10- 4:00, Karios Prison Cookie Baking in the CLLC
October 10- 6:00, Holocaust Survivor Speaks to Hibben
October 16- 8:00am, Hibben Fall Clean-up Day
October 17- Youth Sunday (youth will lead the 8:15 & 10:30 services)
October 23- Fall Festival
Lots to look forward to! See you Sunday.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
UMYF News, 9/16
What a great kick-off to THE EXPERIMENT last week! 21 of you embarked on a 30-day journey to put your faith in action and answer the question "What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus?"
If you weren't able to be there last week, IT'S NOT TOO LATE! You can still join in on The Experiment by coming to UMYF this Sunday from 6-8pm in the CLLC.
In other news...
Youth Sunday Planning will continue in the Youth Room starting at 9:15am on Sunday (9/19). Bring your craziest, wildest ideas about a theme for the service, which will be on October 17. No idea is too off-the-wall or too small. This service should be a reflection of the creativity, spunk, and energy that you all possess!
Volunteers Needed! I need your help this Sunday (9/19) at 5:00pm in the kitchen in the CLLC. We'll be making sandwiches for hungry Citadel cadets and I can't do it alone! No need to bring anything - just your able hands (which you will have to wash before helping).
UMYF Sunday (9/19): It's Week 2 of THE EXPERIMENT and we'll be talking about fears. Everybody's got 'em! If you were around for Week 1, bring your student journal. If not, we'll give you one this week. Also, if you're able, please bring a $5 donation to cover the cost of your journal.
The Highlight of My Week: While cleaning out some boxes in my office this week, I found a piece of very realistic looking fake bacon. Come to youth on Sunday to find out how we're going to use it!
If you weren't able to be there last week, IT'S NOT TOO LATE! You can still join in on The Experiment by coming to UMYF this Sunday from 6-8pm in the CLLC.
In other news...
Youth Sunday Planning will continue in the Youth Room starting at 9:15am on Sunday (9/19). Bring your craziest, wildest ideas about a theme for the service, which will be on October 17. No idea is too off-the-wall or too small. This service should be a reflection of the creativity, spunk, and energy that you all possess!
Volunteers Needed! I need your help this Sunday (9/19) at 5:00pm in the kitchen in the CLLC. We'll be making sandwiches for hungry Citadel cadets and I can't do it alone! No need to bring anything - just your able hands (which you will have to wash before helping).
UMYF Sunday (9/19): It's Week 2 of THE EXPERIMENT and we'll be talking about fears. Everybody's got 'em! If you were around for Week 1, bring your student journal. If not, we'll give you one this week. Also, if you're able, please bring a $5 donation to cover the cost of your journal.
The Highlight of My Week: While cleaning out some boxes in my office this week, I found a piece of very realistic looking fake bacon. Come to youth on Sunday to find out how we're going to use it!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
UMYF News, 9/9
This Sunday (9/12) is a BUSY one for all you Hibben teens! We've got exciting stuff happening BOTH morning and night. Check it out:
YOUTH SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 17. It's Youth Sunday! The youth will be in charge of leading both worship services. We'll start planning the service during Sunday School hour on Sunday, September 12. Meet at 9:15 in the Youth Room and get involved!
UMYF SUNDAY: THE EXPERIMENT BEGINS. We're starting an exciting new study on September 12 during UMYF time...it's called The Experiment and it's a great chance for you to participate in daily challenges that will deepen your faith. Since we'll be doing to study during UMYF lesson time, it's not an extra time commitment - it's a perfect opportunity! Join us for dinner, games and THE EXPERIMENT on Sunday night from 6-8pm in the CLLC.
YOUTH SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 17. It's Youth Sunday! The youth will be in charge of leading both worship services. We'll start planning the service during Sunday School hour on Sunday, September 12. Meet at 9:15 in the Youth Room and get involved!
UMYF SUNDAY: THE EXPERIMENT BEGINS. We're starting an exciting new study on September 12 during UMYF time...it's called The Experiment and it's a great chance for you to participate in daily challenges that will deepen your faith. Since we'll be doing to study during UMYF lesson time, it's not an extra time commitment - it's a perfect opportunity! Join us for dinner, games and THE EXPERIMENT on Sunday night from 6-8pm in the CLLC.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
UMYF News, 8/26
Tons and tons of news to share with you this week! First, a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came to Open House last Sunday evening. More than 65 of you showed up, shared a great meal, and got all the inside scoop on plans for Youth Ministry this Fall. It is so amazing to see such supportive parents and family members...a great way to start off the Fall season, for sure!
MISSION SUNDAY: At both the 8:15 and 10:30 services this Sunday (8/29), we'll be celebrating all the mission work that was completed by Hibben members this summer. Many of you were involved in various mission trip (VBS, Belize, St. Simons, Salkehatchie, etc!). If your mission had a t-shirt, please wear it to church on Sunday so you can be recognized for your efforts. I'm so proud of each of you!
UMYF SUNDAY: We'll be meeting on Sunday (8/29) from 6-8pm in the CLLC for dinner, games, and FUN. Hope to see you there...bring a friend!
THE EXPERIMENT: We're starting an exciting new study on September 12 during UMYF time...it's called The Experiment and it's a great chance for you to participate in daily challenges that will deepen your faith. Since we'll be doing to study during UMYF lesson time, it's not an extra time commitment - it's a perfect opportunity! Sign-up with Elizabeth today by e-mailing (eskogman@hibbenumc.org or call 813-8700).
YOUTH SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 17. It's Youth Sunday! The youth will be in charge of leading both worship services. We'll start planning the service during Sunday School hour on Sunday, September 12. Meet at 9:15 in the Youth Room and get involved!
JUST FOR PARENTS: A new Serving From the Heart study is being offered on Sunday nights from 6-8 PM for four sessions and is a great opportunity for parents who drop off and pick up their child(ren) at youth. Meetings start this Sunday (8/29) in the library. Parents, it's a fantastic way for you to delve into what God has given you in terms of Spiritual gifts, and how they can best use those gifts to serve joyfully! Contact Jennifer Roberts at 270-1161 or jroberts@hibbenumc.org for more info or to sign up.
FUTURE SCHEDULE: Please note that we won't be having UMYF on Sunday, September 5 due to Labor Day.
MISSION SUNDAY: At both the 8:15 and 10:30 services this Sunday (8/29), we'll be celebrating all the mission work that was completed by Hibben members this summer. Many of you were involved in various mission trip (VBS, Belize, St. Simons, Salkehatchie, etc!). If your mission had a t-shirt, please wear it to church on Sunday so you can be recognized for your efforts. I'm so proud of each of you!
UMYF SUNDAY: We'll be meeting on Sunday (8/29) from 6-8pm in the CLLC for dinner, games, and FUN. Hope to see you there...bring a friend!
THE EXPERIMENT: We're starting an exciting new study on September 12 during UMYF time...it's called The Experiment and it's a great chance for you to participate in daily challenges that will deepen your faith. Since we'll be doing to study during UMYF lesson time, it's not an extra time commitment - it's a perfect opportunity! Sign-up with Elizabeth today by e-mailing (eskogman@hibbenumc.org or call 813-8700).
YOUTH SUNDAY: Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 17. It's Youth Sunday! The youth will be in charge of leading both worship services. We'll start planning the service during Sunday School hour on Sunday, September 12. Meet at 9:15 in the Youth Room and get involved!
JUST FOR PARENTS: A new Serving From the Heart study is being offered on Sunday nights from 6-8 PM for four sessions and is a great opportunity for parents who drop off and pick up their child(ren) at youth. Meetings start this Sunday (8/29) in the library. Parents, it's a fantastic way for you to delve into what God has given you in terms of Spiritual gifts, and how they can best use those gifts to serve joyfully! Contact Jennifer Roberts at 270-1161 or jroberts@hibbenumc.org for more info or to sign up.
FUTURE SCHEDULE: Please note that we won't be having UMYF on Sunday, September 5 due to Labor Day.
The Experiment
The Experiment begins on September 12. It's a 6-week small group study that we'll be doing during UMYF each Sunday. Check out this AMAZING video, and sign-up today!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
UMYF Open House
The summer's over, which means FALL is right around the corner. We've got a UMYF calendar bursting at the seams with exciting happenings like Youth Sunday, a life changing EXPERIMENT, fundraising, trips, floats (the parade kind), new Sunday School teachers, and much, much more!
You and your family need to be in the know about what's going on so you can make the most of UMYF this fall. That's why we're having a UMYF Open House on Sunday, August 22 from 6-8pm in the CLLC. Invite your friends, your siblings, and your parents - bring your calendars - and join in the fun! Please bring a side dish to share with the group for dinner.
Hope to see you there!
You and your family need to be in the know about what's going on so you can make the most of UMYF this fall. That's why we're having a UMYF Open House on Sunday, August 22 from 6-8pm in the CLLC. Invite your friends, your siblings, and your parents - bring your calendars - and join in the fun! Please bring a side dish to share with the group for dinner.
Hope to see you there!
Boat Day Bummer
As I'm typing this, the rain is POURING down...still! Though BOAT DAY 2010 got rained out, I hope you were all able to enjoy your last Sunday afternoon of summer...maybe finally finishing up those summer assignments? Maybe?
A special thanks to Brad Nyers for coordinating the logistics of Boat Day, and to volunteer captains Mr. Kilpatrick, Mr. Hand, Mr. Ducker, and Mr Hinson for being ready to lend us your boats!
A special thanks to Brad Nyers for coordinating the logistics of Boat Day, and to volunteer captains Mr. Kilpatrick, Mr. Hand, Mr. Ducker, and Mr Hinson for being ready to lend us your boats!
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
UMYF News, 8/10
Hello everyone! Hope you're enjoying the last few days of summer. A few announcements from UMYF-land:
BOAT DAY! This Sunday (8/15) is Boat Day from 1:30 - 5:30. We'll head to Beresford Creek for a day of tubing, wake boarding, sun, and fun! You MUST sign-up for this event as there is limited space on the boats. We have 5 spaces remaining...please call or e-mail Elizabeth (813-8700 or eskogman@hibbenumc.org)
UMYF "Open House": On Sunday, August 22 we'll have an Open House from 6 - 8pm at UMYF. All parents and family members of 7th - 12th graders are invited as we announce an exciting line-up of special events, projects, and lesson plans for the Fall. Please bring your fall calendars AND a side dish to share for dinner.
BOAT DAY! This Sunday (8/15) is Boat Day from 1:30 - 5:30. We'll head to Beresford Creek for a day of tubing, wake boarding, sun, and fun! You MUST sign-up for this event as there is limited space on the boats. We have 5 spaces remaining...please call or e-mail Elizabeth (813-8700 or eskogman@hibbenumc.org)
UMYF "Open House": On Sunday, August 22 we'll have an Open House from 6 - 8pm at UMYF. All parents and family members of 7th - 12th graders are invited as we announce an exciting line-up of special events, projects, and lesson plans for the Fall. Please bring your fall calendars AND a side dish to share for dinner.
Atlanta: The abbreviated story
Here is a random smattering of pictures from the trip to Atlanta last weekend. We had a great time at the (oh, so long) Braves game, and then at Six Flags the next day. Tons more pictures can be found on Facebook!
Some mean looking criminals contributed to the Crime Wave. Complete with choking?
On the swings! The shortest ride in the history of rides!
A partial group shot at the end of a long day at Six Flags.
The clearing sky at the Braves game signaled the end of a 2-hour rain delay.
JAKE!
Our brains are too big for this silly little helmets.
The boys!
The girls! (some of 'em anyway)
Just before the rain.
Some mean looking criminals contributed to the Crime Wave. Complete with choking?
On the swings! The shortest ride in the history of rides!
A partial group shot at the end of a long day at Six Flags.
The clearing sky at the Braves game signaled the end of a 2-hour rain delay.
JAKE!
Our brains are too big for this silly little helmets.
The boys!
The girls! (some of 'em anyway)
Just before the rain.Thursday, July 29, 2010
UMYF News, 7/29
Lots of news and one "you-better-mark-your-calendar-now-for-this-awesome-event" announcement:
UMYF Sunday: Life is total chaos sometimes, right? So why should UMYF be any different! Come this Sunday (8/1) for SCRAMBLE NIGHT - when all our normal meeting activities are jumbled up and YOU get to decide the order. Closing prayer first? Why not! Blessing after dinner? Sure! (We'll also talk about making order out of the chaos!). 6-8 in the CLLC!
Atlanta Road Trip: Sunday is the final day to sign up for our big trip to Atlanta. We'll leave on Friday morning, August 6, see a Braves game that night, go to Six Flags all day Saturday and return home on Sunday after church. Cost is $100 per person and includes transportation, 2 nights hotel room, tickets to the game and park, and breakfast both mornings. Please bring extra money for meals and spending money (if desired). To sign up, call Elizabeth (813-8700).
Prayers for Casey McCurley: As many of you know, Casey was involved in a skateboarding accident on Monday evening. He is recovering at home but could use our prayers! Please pray for his speedy recovery and for his family as they care for him. We love you, Casey!
Boat Day 2010! Back by popular demand, BOAT DAY will be Sunday, August 15 from 1:30 - 5:30pm. This fun day on Beresford Creek is a great way to end the summer and greet the school year. You MUST sign-up for this event as space on the boats is limited. To RSVP, e-mail Elizabeth at eskogman@hibbenumc.org or call her at 843-813-8700. Sign-ups will be taken on a first come, first served basis. If you own a boat and would like to captain it for this event, please contact Brad Nyers at bradnyers@gmail.com.
And finally, the "you-better-mark-your-calendar-now-for-this-awesome-event" announcement:
Revolution 2011 will take place in Columbia, February 11 - 13. If you went to this state-wide youth conference last year, you know exactly why you need to mark your calendars NOW! It's an amazing weekend of fun, new people, games, music, free time, and more. God moves at this event. You really don't want to miss it! More information will follow in the coming months, but get it on your calendars NOW!
UMYF Sunday: Life is total chaos sometimes, right? So why should UMYF be any different! Come this Sunday (8/1) for SCRAMBLE NIGHT - when all our normal meeting activities are jumbled up and YOU get to decide the order. Closing prayer first? Why not! Blessing after dinner? Sure! (We'll also talk about making order out of the chaos!). 6-8 in the CLLC!
Atlanta Road Trip: Sunday is the final day to sign up for our big trip to Atlanta. We'll leave on Friday morning, August 6, see a Braves game that night, go to Six Flags all day Saturday and return home on Sunday after church. Cost is $100 per person and includes transportation, 2 nights hotel room, tickets to the game and park, and breakfast both mornings. Please bring extra money for meals and spending money (if desired). To sign up, call Elizabeth (813-8700).
Prayers for Casey McCurley: As many of you know, Casey was involved in a skateboarding accident on Monday evening. He is recovering at home but could use our prayers! Please pray for his speedy recovery and for his family as they care for him. We love you, Casey!
Boat Day 2010! Back by popular demand, BOAT DAY will be Sunday, August 15 from 1:30 - 5:30pm. This fun day on Beresford Creek is a great way to end the summer and greet the school year. You MUST sign-up for this event as space on the boats is limited. To RSVP, e-mail Elizabeth at eskogman@hibbenumc.org or call her at 843-813-8700. Sign-ups will be taken on a first come, first served basis. If you own a boat and would like to captain it for this event, please contact Brad Nyers at bradnyers@gmail.com.
And finally, the "you-better-mark-your-calendar-now-for-this-awesome-event" announcement:
Revolution 2011 will take place in Columbia, February 11 - 13. If you went to this state-wide youth conference last year, you know exactly why you need to mark your calendars NOW! It's an amazing weekend of fun, new people, games, music, free time, and more. God moves at this event. You really don't want to miss it! More information will follow in the coming months, but get it on your calendars NOW!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
UMYF News, 7/21
Before we dive right in to the news, please remember to be in prayer for our Middle School Mission trip, happening RIGHT NOW in St. Simon's. The group will be traveling back to Charleston on Thursday. We're looking forward to hearing all about their adventure!
UMYF this Sunday (7/25): Do you change like a chameleon or are you consistent like clockwork? Who are you...really? Join us on Sunday from 6-8 in the CLLC as we talk about the importance of how you view yourself. Dinner and games, too!
Summer Road Trip! Atlanta. Braves game. Six Flags. August 6 - 8. $100/person. Be there! Believe it or not, there are a few spaces remaining, so sign up today - eskogman@hibbenumc.org or with Carlsen Huey.
UMYF this Sunday (7/25): Do you change like a chameleon or are you consistent like clockwork? Who are you...really? Join us on Sunday from 6-8 in the CLLC as we talk about the importance of how you view yourself. Dinner and games, too!
Summer Road Trip! Atlanta. Braves game. Six Flags. August 6 - 8. $100/person. Be there! Believe it or not, there are a few spaces remaining, so sign up today - eskogman@hibbenumc.org or with Carlsen Huey.
Lexington Salkehatchie
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers last week as 18 of us traveled to Lexington County for Salkehatchie. It was a hot week filled with service, fun, and meeting new people! More pictures to follow soon, but for now, here's a group shot:
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
UMYF News (and lots of it!), 7/7
There's lots of news below...along with an exciting event announcement:
UMYF this Sunday: What's polluting your spiritual life? How do you stop the madness before you've got a BP sized oil spill on your hands? Join us this Sunday (7/11) from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC for games, dinner, and thought provoking conversation!
Family To Family Day: This Saturday, July 10, Family Ministries has organized a day for families of Hibben to help other members in need with household projects. If your family is able to lend a helping hand, please contact Karen Butler at lynnsunuk@hotmail.com.
Joyce Baldwin's Reception: Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 8, when we'll honor Joyce Baldwin's 20-years of helping raise Hibben's children. There will be a special reception in the CLLC after the 10:30 service.
Summer ROAD TRIP! Here's the exciting event announcement! We'll be taking a ROAD TRIP to Atlanta, August 6 - 8. We'll depart Hibben at 10am on Friday, August 6 and head to Atlanta for the Braves game that night. We'll wake up Saturday and spend the day at Six Flags before returning home on Sunday around 6:00pm. Cost per person is $100 and includes transportation, hotel room, Braves and Six Flags tickets, and breakfasts. Please bring extra money for 3 lunches and 2 dinners, and spending money at the attractions (if desired). Space is limited, so sign-up today by e-mailing Elizabeth at skogman_33@hotmail.com or calling her at 843-813-8700. Deadline for sign-up is August 1.
UMYF this Sunday: What's polluting your spiritual life? How do you stop the madness before you've got a BP sized oil spill on your hands? Join us this Sunday (7/11) from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC for games, dinner, and thought provoking conversation!
Family To Family Day: This Saturday, July 10, Family Ministries has organized a day for families of Hibben to help other members in need with household projects. If your family is able to lend a helping hand, please contact Karen Butler at lynnsunuk@hotmail.com.
Joyce Baldwin's Reception: Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 8, when we'll honor Joyce Baldwin's 20-years of helping raise Hibben's children. There will be a special reception in the CLLC after the 10:30 service.
Summer ROAD TRIP! Here's the exciting event announcement! We'll be taking a ROAD TRIP to Atlanta, August 6 - 8. We'll depart Hibben at 10am on Friday, August 6 and head to Atlanta for the Braves game that night. We'll wake up Saturday and spend the day at Six Flags before returning home on Sunday around 6:00pm. Cost per person is $100 and includes transportation, hotel room, Braves and Six Flags tickets, and breakfasts. Please bring extra money for 3 lunches and 2 dinners, and spending money at the attractions (if desired). Space is limited, so sign-up today by e-mailing Elizabeth at skogman_33@hotmail.com or calling her at 843-813-8700. Deadline for sign-up is August 1.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
UMYF News, July 1
Raise your hand if you can't quite believe it's already July! I hope you're all enjoying your summers and managing to find some time to relax, reflect, and get renewed. Check out the latest UMYF news below:
Special Shout-out! A big round of applause to the many youth who volunteered during Vacation Bible School this past week. I was so proud to see so many of you using your time and talents to help the ministry of Hibben grow. Thank you! I know your energy, help, and presence were much appreciated.
Sunday, July 4: We will not meet this coming Sunday in observance of Independence Day. Have a FUN and SAFE time with your friends and families, and don't forget to give thanks for this amazing country!
Saturday, July 10: The Lexington Salkehatchie crew heads out at 9:00am on Saturday, 7/10. We'll return on July 17, so keep us in your prayers, please!
Sunday, July 11: We WILL have UMYF from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC. Join the fun and bring a friend!
Sunday, July 18: We WILL have UMYF! Mark your busy social calendar and be there!
Special Shout-out! A big round of applause to the many youth who volunteered during Vacation Bible School this past week. I was so proud to see so many of you using your time and talents to help the ministry of Hibben grow. Thank you! I know your energy, help, and presence were much appreciated.
Sunday, July 4: We will not meet this coming Sunday in observance of Independence Day. Have a FUN and SAFE time with your friends and families, and don't forget to give thanks for this amazing country!
Saturday, July 10: The Lexington Salkehatchie crew heads out at 9:00am on Saturday, 7/10. We'll return on July 17, so keep us in your prayers, please!
Sunday, July 11: We WILL have UMYF from 6 - 8pm in the CLLC. Join the fun and bring a friend!
Sunday, July 18: We WILL have UMYF! Mark your busy social calendar and be there!
Beach Sweep 2010 Recap
Beach Sweep 2010 happened last Sunday evening, and though grey skies threatened overhead, we pressed on and pitched in to help keep the beaches clean! After gathering about 3 bags of trash, we got in some good "frolic" time and tried our best to dig up this old tire:
In the end, the tire had the last laugh. 
In the end, the tire had the last laugh. There was also kite flying:
And maybe...just maybe...an undocumented trip for ice cream. Maybe.
Thanks to all who came!
J.E.T. Salkehatchie Recap
A warm (and slightly belated) welcome home to our first Salkehatchie crew of the summer. David Lupo, Emily Nyers, Becky Thompson, and Harriet Boatright served at the J.E.T. camp in June and did a wonderful job representing Hibben. Check out the pictures below!
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