By Brian Martin - Director of Student Ministry
Good day, Faith Family.
In Student Ministry, our world runs on school years, so you’ll forgive me if it feels like we are quickly approaching an end.
The end of a season is always interesting. We look back at what has been, while simultaneously looking to the future of “what if” and what could be. Our students feel the weight of this – especially those who are moving to a new school or a new part of their life.
However, seeing our life in terms of the start and end of different seasons is probably a healthy approach. If we see life as a constant moving forward with few mile markers along the way, we miss the chance to reflect, and we miss the urgency of the end.
One phrase our student leadership team considered at our last gathering was this: “Start with the end in mind.” How are we going to end our life here on this Earth? What legacy will we leave? The answer to that begins with how we will end each season we are in. What season are you in? And how are you reaching the goals that God has for you in this season?
Below you’ll see some information about upcoming stuff. At the bottom of that list, I’m going to give you a little more detailed information about all things Student Ministry. Thanks!
Good Friday Service - Seder Dinner
Join us on Good Friday (March 29) at 5:00pm as we worship through the sampling of the traditional Passover meal. The meal will help us see the history and symbolism of how Christ revealed himself to his disciples as the great Passover Lamb, our Savior of the world. Sign up by emailing Jen Sorensen by Monday, March 25 ([email protected]).
Easter Services – Sunday March 31
Service times are 9:15, 10:15, and 11:15.
Hymn Sing this Sunday, March 17 at 4:00pm
Here’s your reminder for this great event coming up this Sunday. We’ll see you there!
Faith Connect – April 7
Whether this is your first Sunday at Faith or you have been kicking the tires around here for a while, we want to invite you to our Faith Connect lunch on Sunday, April 7 at 12:15pm. This is intended to give you information about our church, answer questions, and point you in the right direction to get involved with a small group or volunteering. Childcare will be provided. Please RSVP to [email protected] so we know how much food to order.
“What Does the Lord Require of You?” Sunday Morning Equip Class
This 4 week class, based on the verse Micah 6:8, will be held at 11am beginning April 4. The series will focus on three areas that fall under the Covenant’s commitment to compassion, mercy and justice: Prison Ministry, Human Trafficking and AVA (Advocacy for Victims of Abuse). For questions, contact Koren at [email protected].
Women’s Spring Bible Study
Calling women of all ages! Plan to join us as we journey together through the book of Nehemiah, starting April 2. This study challenges women to let God break their hearts for a hurting, lost world and move them in compassion to lead people to Jesus. Tuesdays at 10am or 6:30pm, with childcare at the morning session. Book by Kelly Minter; $13.00 at Faith. RSVP to Jen at [email protected]
MOMS concert tickets
You are invited to the M.O.M.S. 11th Annual Benefit Concert at Faith Covenant on Saturday, April 6. The event begins at 5:30pm with a Silent Auction and Concert Cafe' where you can enjoy a light dinner or snack, and your favorite gourmet coffee. Live music begins at 7pm. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. They are available by calling 952.890.5072 or emailing [email protected].
Student Ministry Updates:
Current Series:
We are in our annual series on love, dating, and sex called Owned. There is a lot of rich discussion going on since it is a topic so many young people are interested in and all are affected by. If you have any questions about approach or content, please don’t hesitate to contact me!
Summer Trips:
Milwaukee Trip for Jr. High
Well…we’ve had very little interest in this trip, so we’re trying to learn why. Please take 2 minutes to fill out this online survey, and if you care to, please email me directly if you have comments you’d like me to understand. Thank you for your consideration. And, if you still want to sign up, please let me know ASAP as we have to make a decision about whether or not we will even be attending.
http://kwiksurveys.com/s.asp?sid=b4tc9gmpx909agw111368
Colorado Trip for Senior High
We are gathering the team and gearing up. This is definitively our last call for registrations for this trip. Please know that in April we will have a fundraiser for this trip on a Sunday after church. Can’t wait!
Calendar Stuff:
Check out your calendar for May (or check it out on the Student page of the website if you don’t have one). You’ll see several events including our End of the Year Party (offsite), Senior Banquet, and new 5th Grader Sneak Peek event. It’s going to be awesome!
Transition Support Team
Information will be coming soon about our Transition Support Team - a group of people who will do what they can to support our young men and women making the transition from high school to college/career. Please be thinking and praying about supporting our young people in this important time of transition and change!
Good day, Faith Family.
In Student Ministry, our world runs on school years, so you’ll forgive me if it feels like we are quickly approaching an end.
The end of a season is always interesting. We look back at what has been, while simultaneously looking to the future of “what if” and what could be. Our students feel the weight of this – especially those who are moving to a new school or a new part of their life.
However, seeing our life in terms of the start and end of different seasons is probably a healthy approach. If we see life as a constant moving forward with few mile markers along the way, we miss the chance to reflect, and we miss the urgency of the end.
One phrase our student leadership team considered at our last gathering was this: “Start with the end in mind.” How are we going to end our life here on this Earth? What legacy will we leave? The answer to that begins with how we will end each season we are in. What season are you in? And how are you reaching the goals that God has for you in this season?
Below you’ll see some information about upcoming stuff. At the bottom of that list, I’m going to give you a little more detailed information about all things Student Ministry. Thanks!
Good Friday Service - Seder Dinner
Join us on Good Friday (March 29) at 5:00pm as we worship through the sampling of the traditional Passover meal. The meal will help us see the history and symbolism of how Christ revealed himself to his disciples as the great Passover Lamb, our Savior of the world. Sign up by emailing Jen Sorensen by Monday, March 25 ([email protected]).
Easter Services – Sunday March 31
Service times are 9:15, 10:15, and 11:15.
Hymn Sing this Sunday, March 17 at 4:00pm
Here’s your reminder for this great event coming up this Sunday. We’ll see you there!
Faith Connect – April 7
Whether this is your first Sunday at Faith or you have been kicking the tires around here for a while, we want to invite you to our Faith Connect lunch on Sunday, April 7 at 12:15pm. This is intended to give you information about our church, answer questions, and point you in the right direction to get involved with a small group or volunteering. Childcare will be provided. Please RSVP to [email protected] so we know how much food to order.
“What Does the Lord Require of You?” Sunday Morning Equip Class
This 4 week class, based on the verse Micah 6:8, will be held at 11am beginning April 4. The series will focus on three areas that fall under the Covenant’s commitment to compassion, mercy and justice: Prison Ministry, Human Trafficking and AVA (Advocacy for Victims of Abuse). For questions, contact Koren at [email protected].
Women’s Spring Bible Study
Calling women of all ages! Plan to join us as we journey together through the book of Nehemiah, starting April 2. This study challenges women to let God break their hearts for a hurting, lost world and move them in compassion to lead people to Jesus. Tuesdays at 10am or 6:30pm, with childcare at the morning session. Book by Kelly Minter; $13.00 at Faith. RSVP to Jen at [email protected]
MOMS concert tickets
You are invited to the M.O.M.S. 11th Annual Benefit Concert at Faith Covenant on Saturday, April 6. The event begins at 5:30pm with a Silent Auction and Concert Cafe' where you can enjoy a light dinner or snack, and your favorite gourmet coffee. Live music begins at 7pm. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. They are available by calling 952.890.5072 or emailing [email protected].
Student Ministry Updates:
Current Series:
We are in our annual series on love, dating, and sex called Owned. There is a lot of rich discussion going on since it is a topic so many young people are interested in and all are affected by. If you have any questions about approach or content, please don’t hesitate to contact me!
Summer Trips:
Milwaukee Trip for Jr. High
Well…we’ve had very little interest in this trip, so we’re trying to learn why. Please take 2 minutes to fill out this online survey, and if you care to, please email me directly if you have comments you’d like me to understand. Thank you for your consideration. And, if you still want to sign up, please let me know ASAP as we have to make a decision about whether or not we will even be attending.
http://kwiksurveys.com/s.asp?sid=b4tc9gmpx909agw111368
Colorado Trip for Senior High
We are gathering the team and gearing up. This is definitively our last call for registrations for this trip. Please know that in April we will have a fundraiser for this trip on a Sunday after church. Can’t wait!
Calendar Stuff:
Check out your calendar for May (or check it out on the Student page of the website if you don’t have one). You’ll see several events including our End of the Year Party (offsite), Senior Banquet, and new 5th Grader Sneak Peek event. It’s going to be awesome!
Transition Support Team
Information will be coming soon about our Transition Support Team - a group of people who will do what they can to support our young men and women making the transition from high school to college/career. Please be thinking and praying about supporting our young people in this important time of transition and change!
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