Youth News, 1/10

It's been awhile since the last H.Y.P.E.R. update.  Lots of announcements this week as we look ahead to the first few months of 2014!

UMYF this Sunday (1/12): How is your eyesight?  Can you conquer some classic optical illusions?  All 7th - 12th graders are invited to the gym from 6-8pm on Sunday as we continue our series on how God restores us.  This week, we'll take a look at Jesus restoring the sight of a blind man, and consider how God might want to restore our own eyesight, too.  Plus, dinner and THE COUCH GAME!  Bring a friend.

UMYF Meals:  Thanks to those who have signed up to provide a meal for UMYF already!  There are still several openings.  Please use the link below to provide dinner for 20 people at an upcoming UMYF meeting.  You can partner with another family or small group if you wish.

 http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4AAFAC2FAA8-janmay

Revolution 2014!  Space is filling up fast for Revolution, the state-wide youth event in Columbia, SC, February 14-16.  Don't miss this exciting weekend, filled with live music, dynamic speakers, service projects, food and FUN!  Cost is $120 per person and FULL OR PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE.  Reserve your space today by contacting Elizabeth (813-8700).

Youth Room Open House:  Mark your calendars for February 23 for our Youth Room Open House and Luncheon.  The congregation will be invited to join the youth for lunch in the CLLC after worship and we will give tours of our BEAUTIFUL new youth room.  We'll also use this gathering to thank those who volunteered their time and resources to the project.  Donations received at the luncheon will be used to support the Youth Scholarship Fund, which helps off-set trip and activity costs for Hibben's youth throughout the year.  More details coming soon on how you can help!

Souper Bowl of Caring!  February 2 is shaping up to be an exciting Sunday!  Not only is it Super Bowl Sunday (or Commercial Viewing Sunday, if you ask me), but we'll also be participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring by collecting donations from the congregation to be given to a local hunger-relief organization.  We'll do some planning for the Souper Bowl this Sunday (1/12) at UMYF...come with your suggestions of which organization(s) we should support!