Youth News, 11/29

Hi everyone - This is an important post to read since it contains a look-ahead through the month of December.  Plus, your feedback is needed regarding December 30...see below!

December UMYF Schedule:

• December 2: No UMYF due to Charlotte trip
• December 9: Mt. Pleasant Christmas Parade!  Come at 4pm for pizza, enjoy the parade, and stick around afterwards for hot chocolate and cookies.  Families are invited!  Please bring a plate of cookies to share. 
• December 16: UMYF Christmas Party from 6-8pm in the CLLC.  Plan to bring non-perishable food items to restock the pantry for The Table!  
• December 23: No UMYF
• December 30: Will you be in town for a UMYF meeting from 6-8pm on 12/30?  I'm thinking an open gym time with a snack supper - just some time to hang out with friends during your Christmas break.  Let me know if you're interested by emailing econnell@hibbenumc.org.  If we have 10 or more people interested, we will meet!

Revolution 2013!  The details are still coming together for our trip, but PLEASE go ahead and mark your calendars for February 15 -17 for Revolution 2013.  This is the state-wide youth conference held in Columbia each year.  It's often recognized by Hibben's youth as the most powerful and meaningful weekend of the entire year.  Don't miss it!  Cost and other details will follow shortly and scholarship money will be available if you need it.  

A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

If you're like me, you enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving with family and friends.  It was nice to have a couple of days away from classrooms and offices, to spend time being thankful, watching football, or shopping.

Of all the fun times I had during Thanksgiving 2012, our Charlie Brown Thanksgiving ranks right up there as one of my favorites.  Here are some pictures of the night.  Great food prepared and enjoyed with even better friends.

The (ping-pong) table as we began gathering for our meal.  

It was an authentic Charlie Brown Thanksgiving menu: pretzel sticks, jelly beans, popcorn, buttered toast, and ice cream sundaes.  

Team Ice Cream Sundae finishes their prep work.

The hungry friends.

Megan's napkin folding talents came in handy.  Nice hats ladies!

The waiting was unbearable for some...

Hi Allie!  

Our feast

Youth News, 11/19

Dinner Needed!  Parents, we are in need of dinner this Sunday (11/25) at 5:30pm.  If your family can provide a meal for 20 people, please e-mail Elizabeth at econnell@hibbenumc.org.  This would be a GREAT way to get rid of all your leftover turkey!  : )

UMYF this Sunday (11/25): All 7th – 12th graders are invited this Sunday from 5:30 – 8pm (please note the earlier start time). It’s MOVIE NIGHT! We’ll be watching Joyeux Noel, an amazing movie which will help us understand more about what it means to have an “advent attitude.” Come for dinner, a movie based on a true story, and fun with friends.

Please note: There will be no UMYF on December 2. 

Christmas Party:  Would you and your family like to host the UMYF Christmas Party at your home?  I'm looking for a place that can accommodate about 20 folks for a pot-luck meal, and the date is flexible.  If you'd like more details, please contact me: econnell@hibbenumc.org.  

SKI TRIP: This Sunday (11/25) is the deadline to register for the ski trip!  All Hibben members and friends are invited to join in the fun, happening January 18 - 21 in Winterplace, WV. Cost per person is $275 and includes lodging, equipment rental, lift tickets, 5 meals, and transportation. Discounts are available for those under 12 years of age and for non-skiers. More information can be found on the bulletin board by the copy room or by e-mailing Elizabeth at econnell@hibbenumc.org. A non-refundable deposit of $145 is due by Nov. 25 (this Sunday!) with the balance of $130 due by Dec. 16. FUNDRAISING IS AVAILABLE!

Safe Sanctuary revision: If you're a teen who likes to help in children's church or the nursery, this one's for you!  We've put a temporary hold on your participation with these ministries until we can offer a teen version of Safe Sanctuary training for you.  I'm working now on plans for short, basic training that will allow you to continue serving in all the ways you like.  Stay tuned for details, and until then enjoy a short "vacation" from volunteering with these ministries.

Trip to Charlotte: 2 spots remain for our trip to volunteer at the Operation Christmas Child Processing Center in Charlotte, NC on December 1.  At the processing center, we’ll work to inspect and prepare the shoe boxes for shipment overseas. These volunteer spots are highly sought after by churches throughout the region, so huge thanks to Pam Thesing for securing space for Hibben’s youth.  Here are the trip highlights:

• Fundraising opportunities are available to offset trip cost. See Elizabeth for details.
• We’ll depart at 9:00am on Saturday, December 1 and return to Hibben around 4pm on Sunday, December 2.
• We’ll have afternoon free time on Saturday before working our shift at the processing center from 6-10pm.
• Cost per person is $60.

The trip is now open to all ages!  Sign up today.  I’ve had the privilege of volunteering at the processing center twice before, and it really is an amazing and powerful experience. Plus, it’s a BLAST, too! Sign-up today!

  

Youth News, 11/15

UMYF This Sunday (11/18)! This quote from one of America’s most favorite cartoon characters will give you a clue about this Sunday's UMYF meeting: “We’ve got another holiday to worry about. It seems Thanksgiving Day is upon us.” His little sister replies, “I haven’t even finished eating all my Halloween candy yet!” All 7th – 12th graders are invited to rediscover just how meaningful Thanksgiving can be, this Sunday from 6-8pm in the CLLC.

Calendar notes: UMYF will have a special meeting from 5:30 – 8pm on 11/25 – please note the earlier start time! Also, there will be no UMYF on December 2. 

Safe Sanctuary revision: If you're a teen who likes to help in children's church or the nursery, this one's for you!  We've put a temporary hold on your participation with these ministries until we can offer a teen version of Safe Sanctuary training for you.  I'm working now on plans for short, basic training that will allow you to continue serving in all the ways you like.  Stay tuned for details, and until then enjoy a short "vacation" from volunteering with these ministries.

Feeding of the Multitudes:  Start a meaningful new tradition this Thanksgiving season by volunteering with your family at the Mt. Pleasant Feeding of the Multitudes on Saturday, November 18.  Along with other local churches, Hibben will be feeding a traditional Thanksgiving meal to our community members who need a helping hand.  Our "shift" is from 2-4pm and volunteers of all ages are needed for face painting, wait staff, game leaders for the children, food service, food prep, set-up and clean-up.  Volunteer shifts are also needed for food prep on Friday (11/17) and earlier in the day on Saturday (11/18).  Contact Jennifer Roberts (jcsroberts@yahoo.com or 843-270-1161) with questions or to sign up!

Trip to Charlotte: 3 spots remain for our trip to volunteer at the Operation Christmas Child Processing Center in Charlotte, NC on December 1.  At the processing center, we’ll work to inspect and prepare the shoe boxes for shipment overseas. These volunteer spots are highly sought after by churches throughout the region, so huge thanks to Pam Thesing for securing space for Hibben’s youth.  Here are the trip highlights:

• Fundraising opportunities are available to offset trip cost. See Elizabeth for details.
• We’ll depart at 9:00am on Saturday, December 1 and return to Hibben around 4pm on Sunday, December 2.
• We’ll have afternoon free time on Saturday before working our shift at the processing center from 6-10pm.
• Cost per person is $60.

The trip is now open to all ages!  Sign up today.  I’ve had the privilege of volunteering at the processing center twice before, and it really is an amazing and powerful experience. Plus, it’s a BLAST, too! Sign-up today!

  

Church-wide SKI TRIP: There are only 11 more days until the registration deadline!  You must pay the deposit or request fundraising to save your space.  All Hibben members and friends are invited to join in the fun of our annual ski trip, happening January 18 - 21 in Winterplace, WV. Cost per person is $275 and includes lodging, equipment rental, lift tickets, 5 meals, and transportation. Discounts are available for those under 12 years of age and for non-skiiers. More information and registration forms can be found on the bulletin board by the copy room or by e-mailing Elizabeth at econnell@hibbenumc.org. A non-refundable deposit of $145 is due by Nov. 25 with the balance of $130 due by Dec. 16. FUNDRAISING IS AVAILABLE! Register today! 

Youth News, 11/8

UMYF this Sunday (11/11): We're following up a great meeting last Sunday with even more fun and learning this week.  All 7th - 12th graders are invited to the CLLC from 6-8pm this Sunday.  We'll have dinner, play some new games, and let you try your hand at diagnosing illnesses.  Who's the best doctor in the group?  (There's a point, I promise!)

Safe Sanctuary revision: If you're a teen who likes to help in children's church or the nursery, this one's for you!  We've put a temporary hold on your participation with these ministries until we can offer a teen version of Safe Sanctuary training for you.  I'm working now on plans for short, basic training that will allow you to continue serving in all the ways you like.  Stay tuned for details, and until then enjoy a short "vacation" from volunteering with these ministries.

Feeding of the Multitudes:  Start a meaningful new tradition this Thanksgiving season by volunteering with your family at the Mt. Pleasant Feeding of the Multitudes on Saturday, November 18.  Along with other local churches, Hibben will be feeding a traditional Thanksgiving meal to our community members who need a helping hand.  Our "shift" is from 2-4pm and volunteers of all ages are needed for face painting, wait staff, game leaders for the children, food service, food prep, set-up and clean-up.  Volunteer shifts are also needed for food prep on Friday (11/17) and earlier in the day on Saturday (11/18).  Contact Jennifer Roberts (jcsroberts@yahoo.com or 843-270-1161) with questions or to sign up!

Trip to Charlotte: We’re getting a crew of 8 youth together to volunteer at the Operation Christmas Child Processing Center in Charlotte, NC on December 1.  At the processing center, we’ll work to inspect and prepare the shoe boxes for shipment overseas. These volunteer spots are highly sought after by churches throughout the region, so huge thanks to Pam Thesing for securing space for Hibben’s youth.

Here are the trip highlights:

• Fundraising opportunities are available to offset trip cost. See Elizabeth for details.
• We’ll depart at 9:00am on Saturday, December 1 and return to Hibben around 4pm on Sunday, December 2.
• We’ll have afternoon free time on Saturday before working our shift at the processing center from 6-10pm.
• Cost per person is $60.

Because there are only 8 spots available for youth, registrations will be accepted in the following order:

• 10/24 – 11/4: high school seniors and juniors can register by paying in full.
• 11/5 – 11/16: high school sophomores and freshmen can register by paying in full.
• 11/17 – 11/28: 7th and 8th graders can register by paying in full.

I’ve had the privilege of volunteering at the processing center twice before, and it really is an amazing and powerful experience. Plus, it’s a BLAST, too! Sign-up today!

  

Church-wide SKI TRIP: All Hibben members and friends are invited to join in the fun of our annual ski trip, happening January 18 - 21 in Winterplace, WV. Cost per person is $275 and includes lodging, equipment rental, lift tickets, 5 meals, and transportation. Discounts are available for those under 12 years of age and for non-skiiers. More information and registration forms can be found on the bulletin board by the copy room or by e-mailing Elizabeth at econnell@hibbenumc.org. A non-refundable deposit of $145 is due by Nov. 25 with the balance of $130 due by Dec. 16. FUNDRAISING IS AVAILABLE! Register today!