Pulse Insider (10/18/2011) 10/19/2011
 The Youth Scoop:
 Why do the Famine? The 30 Hour Famine is an unforgettable experience that will change the world and make an incredible difference around the globe! Our youth group is partnering with 5 other Nazarene churches in the area to make a greater impact for world hunger and homelessness. Students will learn about hunger and homelessness and fundraise to help feed and care for children living in poverty. On Famine weekend, students get a crash course in global hunger by going 30 hours without food. We have loads of activities to help make this a totally fun, educational, and life-changing experience. Why do we fast? Hunger kills a child every 10 seconds, but we can do something about it. The funds we raise by doing the Famine will help feed and care for hungry children around the world. One reason many people do the Famine is to experience hunger for themselves. But if you’ve got any concerns about fasting or if there’s a medical reason you shouldn’t go without food for 30 hours, don’t worry. Fasting is only part of the event. We offer a whole list of fasting alternatives such as media, sweets, internet, games, and more. To prepare for the fast, we encourage students to eat well balanced meals before the fast. Be sure to eat plenty of carbs, fruits and vegetables as this will help you with energy and the needed vitamins and minerals to sustain yourself. It is also important to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water. During the fast, juice and water will be available. Students will begin fasting at 12:00 AM (midnight) on Friday morning, skipping breakfast, lunch and dinner on Friday. The fast ends with breakfast on Saturday morning at 6:00 AM. What exactly are we going to be doing? Here’s a basic timeline of the event: 12:00 AM Friday Begin fasting meals or alternative fast Friday Skip breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay hydrated! 7:00 PM Friday Arrive at Central Church of the Nazarene for evening program (12600 West 87th Street Parkway, Lenexa, Kansas 66215) Games, lessons, speakers, Something To Eat, and experiences of poverty & homelessness throughout the night 11:00 PM Friday Worship Service 12:00 AM Saturday Lights Out – Sleep outdoors in cardboard boxes 6:00 AM Saturday Wake up Communion Break-fast!!! (breakfast meal provided) 7:00 AM Saturday GO HOME (pick up students from Central Church of the Nazarene) What do I need to bring? A friend! Also bring a cardboard box to sleep in and a blanket to help stay warm (no pillows!!!) All media devices and cell phones will be collected, so you may choose to leave them at home. How are we raising funds? Each youth group is raising funds on their own. Our goal is to raise $360 as a group. This will provide enough to support a family for an entire year! If every student brought $10, we could easily raise this. How do I sign up? Click here to register for the 30 Hour Famine! If you have any more questions contact Pastor Michael.
 Wednesday Night Highlights: Here is a review of last week: Title: Parent Panel (week 5) Lesson in a Sentence: Real-life parents answer your real-life questions. Song(s): Reign in Us, Christ is Risen Humor/Fun Element: We played a game called Poison that really got the group into the evening. I was impressed with the fact that a parent made it really far into the round as teenage guys were trying hard to get everyone out by pushing and pulling each other into the poison ball. Favorite Moment: We tried something totally new with a panel of expert parents. The students collected several questions to ask parents. The parents did a great job trying to explain why kids need to keep their room clean, helping to understand their take on young dating relationships, and more. Unfortunately we didn't get through very many questions, so we might try this again soon. It's always tough to say good-bye. Wednesday night we had to say good-bye to a great youth sponsor, Paul. Paul has been serving as a leader through worship and songs and has occasionally given the lesson. He ended the night by singing a song he put together as our closing benediction. It was a great moment and chance to say good-bye to a great friend and mentor. Next Wednesday (10/19): Title: Guys and Girls: Being a Good Friend Lesson in a Sentence: What does it take to be good friend? Understandable Message: This week we’ll take a look at the differences between guys and girls which makes it so difficult to relate to each other. We want students to see the qualities and characteristics of what it takes to be a good friend with someone of the opposite sex. Ultimately we’re setting ourselves up to ask the question, am I dateable? And similarly, are they? Song(s): No songs this week. Instead it will be a practice week. We’re trying something new by adding a class on leading worship. Any students interested in joining the Teen Praise Band should come at 5:30 PM to practice or learn a new song/instrument. A Note from Pastor Michael: Please check out the information listed above regarding the 30 Hour Famine. I think this is a great event and a significant opportunity for students to learn about an ongoing problem with an opportunity to actually do something about it. Be sure to register online. Like always, if you have any question feel free to contact me. Grace and Peace, Pastor Michael and the Pulse Team CommentsLeave a Reply | ArchivesNovember 2011 CategoriesAll |
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