Youth News, 10/10

I'm baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!  After 8-weeks off to enjoy Owen's arrival, and to adjust to life with him, I'm happy to say I'm back at work part time.  I'll be working a part time schedule until late November, so you may not see as much of me as you're used to (which you might just enjoy)!  Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers, and if you haven't met Owen yet, we hope to introduce you soon!

Here are some announcement for the week, followed by some pictures of Owen's first UMYF meeting last Sunday.  Hope to see you at church this week!

UMYF This Sunday (10/13): It's (almost) the most wonderful time of the year!  Come tonight and get in the Christmas spirit as we learn about Operation Christmas Child and help prepare for the church-wide packing party on November 3.  We will be painting, so don't wear your best clothes.  We'll also enjoy dinner!  All 7th - 12th graders are invited from 6-8pm in the gym

TOYS, TOYS, TOYS!  Hibben's kids and youth have been charged with the delightful task of collecting TOYS to be used at the church-wide Operation Christmas Child packing party on November 3.  All kids and youth are encouraged to clean out closets and toy boxes in search of NEW or VERY GENTLY USED toys that will fit in a shoe box.  Or, include a small toy purchase on your next shopping list.  You can bring your donations to the drop box outside Elizabeth's office.

Fall Festival:  October 19 is an exciting day in the life of Hibben...it's the annual Fall Festival!  The festival is a wonderful outreach to the Mt. Pleasant community and a great way to spend a few hours outside in the beautiful fall weather.  Youth volunteers are needed to help carry grocery bags for guests of The Table, and to be helping hands throughout the festival where help is needed.  This is a great way to support the church that is so supportive of you!  If you are able to volunteer, please e-mail Elizabeth (econnell@hibbenumc.org).  The festival is from 10am - 2pm, and you can volunteer to help all or part of the time. 

Revolution 2014!  It's back for another great year!  Mark your calendars for February 14-16 in Columbia for this state-wide youth gathering.  This year's event will feature a new speaker, new band, and some great new surprises!  More details will follow soon.  For now, mark your calendars and get excited!