Jr. High Allnighter

It's back and crazier than ever.
Friday, Oct. 5th we are going to have ridiculously awesome rally at the church and then stay up all night long for swimming, skating, Adventure Park, and much more.
Did I mention that we are giving away prizes such as a Nintendo Wii and an Ipod Nano. You do not want to miss out on this. You don't want your friends to miss out either. Bring a friend and lets pack this place out with Jr. High students.

The theme this year: The Price is Right
You will get to be a part of this game show, so know your prices.
There will also be top notch worship and a great speaker.

Cost: $35
Includes T-shirt, Dinner, All Activities and Breakfast.

On Location

We just wrapped up the second week of our ON Location....Moments with God from around the Globe series. This past week we were in Paris, France. Here is the outline of the message.

ON LOCATION! EIFFEL TOWER - The Structure took thousands of small parts (rivets, nuts, bolts, etc.) to work together in order for it to stand.

The Importance of Strong Connections
Since we are all one body in Christ, we belong to each other, and each of us needs the others (Romans 12:5b).

The Best Way To Build On A Foundation

Is with STRONG CONNECTIONS

What Good Are Strong Connections?

Strong connections SUPPORT me
So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing
(1 Thessalonians 5:11).


Strong connections STRENGTHEN me
A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken
(Ecclesiastes 4:12).



Strong connections SUSTAIN me
Reliable friends who do what they say are like cool drinks in sweltering heat . . . refreshing! (Proverbs 25:13).

Do not be misled: "Bad company corrupts good character” (1 Corinthians 15:33).


THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

Without strong CONNECTIONS, I’ll probably CRUMBLE!

Mark Your Calendars

Parents, please mark July 8-14 on your calendars. This summer Jr. High Ministries is loading up the buses once again and heading off to an incredible life-changing week at Summer Camp. This year we are heading to Hume Lake Christian Camp. During our time at camp, students have a chance to hangout with their best friends, worship God with amazing worship leaders, study God's Word, and have great conversations with adult leaders and their friends. Everyday there will be free time that will include activities such as paintball, skate park, swimming, bike riding, fishing, and much more. This is one of the greatest activities we offer all year. We strongly encourage all 7th and 8th grade students to attend.
Wanna Go? Call Eric at 559-733-3966 ext 32 or bring in the registration form.

Compassion Child

A few weeks ago, I challenged the students to consider donating $1 a month to help support a child in Haiti. Her name is Fiby Ludia Snaelle Castin. She is 9 years old.
If we gather $32 dollars a month, we will provide food, education, Bible teaching, and much more. If you are a student and have not put in a dollar, I challenge you to do so.

Mothers Day in the Park

This Sunday there will not be a Junior High Service. Join your family in the park as we celebrate mothers day!

Jr. High Survey

This past Sunday I had the students fill out an end of the year anonymous survey. I just wanted to see where the students were spiritually, the things they like or don't like about the JHM and other random questions to help me see what is going on the brain of a Junior high church goer. Here is the survey.

1. I am a male/female:

2. I come to church mainly on Sundays or Wednesdays:

3. I come to church with:

4. How much time do you spend each week:
On the phone:
Watching TV
Praying
On the Internet
Playing Video Games
Reading the Bible
Hanging out with Family

5. What’s your favorite:
TV Show
Radio Station
Movie
Sport

6. I believed Jesus died for my sins: Yes/NO
7. I have accepted Jesus into my life: Yes/NO
8. I have been baptized: Yes/NO

9. One thing I would like to hear a message on:


10. I think the biggest temptation facing JH students is:


11. If I could change one thing about JHM service, it would be:

Dealing with Bullies

I think that every students deals with bullying at some point of their scholastic career. Some (like me) have to fend off the bullies, some become bullies themselves. Neither scenario is good. So, these two articles deal with how to talk to your student about being or dealing with a bully. They're from a secular perspective, but they have some good practical advice in them.

Is Your Kid a Bully?

The Book On Bullies