Here is a bible verse I stumbled across as I was preparing the message for Mother's Day. I think it is pretty cool and a great reminder of why I believe in this class so much. It is Matthew 5: 14 - 16.
"You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."
SHINE- Make em wonder you got! . . . (I stole that from a Newsboys song)
- Tyler
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Monday, February 9, 2009
Bible on One Page
Something my mom emailed me--this is definately worth checking out sometime. Very easy to use!
http://www.jrsbible.info/bible.htm
http://www.jrsbible.info/bible.htm
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Salkehatchie Summer Service
Hello everyone! For the past 9 years I've participated in Salkehatchie and it has created a lasting impact on my life (those of you who've been before understand what I mean). I wanted to let you all know that it is now time to sign up for Salkehatchie this summer if you're interested! My dad and I are returning to the Lancaster camp, my brother wants to return to the Hugo camp for young adults, and I know others in our church like the Catrons, Mrs. Strange, and others are probably attending camps as well. Also, this year our church and Lee Road United Methodist in Taylors are sponsoring a camp named T and T and I know they could use a lot of help. If you're interested in finding out more about Salkehatchie please talk to someone who has been before or visit the website at http://www.salkehatchie.org/.
Take care,
Katie
Take care,
Katie
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
New Stuff
Ok, so Ash and I haven't been in a while due to the craziness of life, but here's what I've been able to gather from emails, etc. Basically, we are starting a contemporary service at our church!
Sun, Feb 1--Visit to Memorial United Methodist Church in Greer. The service starts at 9, so if you're carpooling, meet at the Wood's house between 8-8:15.
Directions: From I-85, take exit 56 (Hwy 14), and go toward Greer. 1 block past the stoplight at Arlington Ave.
From 29, turn onto Hwy 14 toward Greer--1 block past the stoplight at Arlington Ave.
Becky has added the outreach committee, chaired by Suzanne K.), to the matrix David C. prepared.
Tyler emailed the pastor at the church we're visiting, who has some pointers for us as we move forward. The T-man is also finding out when the Admin Board meets so we can get the word out. Some of us may need to help him present. He's also requesting a sit-down meeting with the director of contemporary service to get some more pointers for how they began their service.
David C is busy and apparently always is on his cell, making sure things get done.
Suzanne is looking into community outreach needs, and Kinsey is planning social activities.
We will need people to give messages (hence the contemporary service). Some possible volunteers include: Eric, Tyler, Chas, and Lin. God bless you!
Ash and I have offered our sound equipment for use, but we have transportation issues bringing it back and forth every week (the 3 dogs travel with us from Boiling Springs to TR each week). It's expensive, so it'll need to be locked up somewhere that isn't someone else's space.
Susan S and Ros are talking to Perry about all of this. He is very enthusiastic and excited that our group may become the largest in the church. We've heard nothing but positive feedback!
All of this is so great and I think it is just the injection of newness that our church is dying without. There are some logistics, so stay tuned and see how you can help.
Looking to the future...
Sun, Feb. 8--Meet in the old chapel at 9 to get a feel for potential service. Remember, there is another church using our chapel right now, so that may not be an option.
Sun, May 8 (Mother's Day)--We're doing the service during the main service hour. We need you!
PS -- Please remember that YOU are an author of this blog as well. It is set up that way. (I'm re-sending the invitations to become an author if you aren't one yet.) In your upper right corner, you should see "New Post" if you're signed in. That is for you to post your thoughts! I want this to be a collective sharing of ideas throughout the week.
PS again -- Ash and I are struggling with direction with the youth. Right now we are doing the Jr. High and the Sr. High all night Sunday (it used to be done by different people at the same time). The Catron's have offered their house (since we don't have one) for parties, so thank them! Ash and I committed to this on a temporary basis, to keep families from leaving the church, but are not yet equipped to do it indefinitely, which has become the perception. Our hearts want to be in too many places at once! Just keep the word out in the congregation--we would REALLY appreciate it.
Sun, Feb 1--Visit to Memorial United Methodist Church in Greer. The service starts at 9, so if you're carpooling, meet at the Wood's house between 8-8:15.
Directions: From I-85, take exit 56 (Hwy 14), and go toward Greer. 1 block past the stoplight at Arlington Ave.
From 29, turn onto Hwy 14 toward Greer--1 block past the stoplight at Arlington Ave.
Becky has added the outreach committee, chaired by Suzanne K.), to the matrix David C. prepared.
Tyler emailed the pastor at the church we're visiting, who has some pointers for us as we move forward. The T-man is also finding out when the Admin Board meets so we can get the word out. Some of us may need to help him present. He's also requesting a sit-down meeting with the director of contemporary service to get some more pointers for how they began their service.
David C is busy and apparently always is on his cell, making sure things get done.
Suzanne is looking into community outreach needs, and Kinsey is planning social activities.
We will need people to give messages (hence the contemporary service). Some possible volunteers include: Eric, Tyler, Chas, and Lin. God bless you!
Ash and I have offered our sound equipment for use, but we have transportation issues bringing it back and forth every week (the 3 dogs travel with us from Boiling Springs to TR each week). It's expensive, so it'll need to be locked up somewhere that isn't someone else's space.
Susan S and Ros are talking to Perry about all of this. He is very enthusiastic and excited that our group may become the largest in the church. We've heard nothing but positive feedback!
All of this is so great and I think it is just the injection of newness that our church is dying without. There are some logistics, so stay tuned and see how you can help.
Looking to the future...
Sun, Feb. 8--Meet in the old chapel at 9 to get a feel for potential service. Remember, there is another church using our chapel right now, so that may not be an option.
Sun, May 8 (Mother's Day)--We're doing the service during the main service hour. We need you!
PS -- Please remember that YOU are an author of this blog as well. It is set up that way. (I'm re-sending the invitations to become an author if you aren't one yet.) In your upper right corner, you should see "New Post" if you're signed in. That is for you to post your thoughts! I want this to be a collective sharing of ideas throughout the week.
PS again -- Ash and I are struggling with direction with the youth. Right now we are doing the Jr. High and the Sr. High all night Sunday (it used to be done by different people at the same time). The Catron's have offered their house (since we don't have one) for parties, so thank them! Ash and I committed to this on a temporary basis, to keep families from leaving the church, but are not yet equipped to do it indefinitely, which has become the perception. Our hearts want to be in too many places at once! Just keep the word out in the congregation--we would REALLY appreciate it.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Christmas Party Fun!
The Christmas Party at the Wood's house was awesome! A LOT of laughter, delicious food, and some crazy games that brought us all together. Tyler revealed himself as the encyclopedia of Christmas songs, Zach and Becky were fast and agressive, and Ash gave us a whole new look at pinto beans. Eric went home with a Santa forkament and Lynn will be playing some mean Yahtzee in the future. I plan to put some punches on my sub card, eat some popcorn with Luke, and see what kind of sugar cookies Jill cooks up! For me, I really enjoyed just hanging out with all of ya'll. Graduating from college and getting into careers has taken some of us apart as we build our lives, but it is so good to reconnect and rekindle old friendships while making great new ones. This group is growing and we have a diversity of life experiences, but we've been brought together in the Spirit, and its only going to get better. If you were there on Sunday, I'm sure you felt it too.
I am thinking about and looking forward to getting together again--whether we just grab some lunch after church or plan more parties. We've got a really good thing going here and I'm excited!
If you have pictures from the party, please email them to me so I can put them together in a little movie. (I've just discovered Animoto.com and am wanting to do another one.) I'll post everything here.
PS--If you Google TRUMC young adults blog, we pop up! I feel important!
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
I'm in!
I finally had two whole minutes in a row to figure out this new blog...Pretty cool...I love it. Great job Holly!
I'm really excited to have a way for all of us to connect even outside of our Sunday school class. I'll write more later, but wanted to let everyone know much I am looking forward to the SS party.
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