[TeenMinistry] Volleyball teams

Volleyball Tournament Information

PARENTS/ADULTS - I am in need of a few “scholarships”.  If you would like to make a donation to camp, it will allow us to have smaller teams, get more people playing and get more money to camp. Please see me if you can help! We are charging $5 per kid and it cost $50 to enter a team…if we only have teams of 6 (which allows them to play more) we still need $20 per team otherwise we have to make teams of 10.   We need to help a few with $ for a couple of meals too.

A few details

·         We leave after morning classes this Sunday and should return by 7:15 PM.

·         Bring:  blankets/lawn chairs to sit on, $ for lunch and dinner, card games, etc

·         You will have time to change your clothes after class.

I am really impressed that some of you are going even though you have no desire to play.  You are some of the ones in our group who are really getting that it’s not about the event, it’s about being together and building those relationships!  Keep up the good work!!!

DRIVERS

I have Deb Leahy, Lynn Rardin, Daryl Simmons and Kandie Simmons who are available to drive (let me know if that is not right or if you’re planning on driving and your name is not on here)

I am putting together final teams for volleyball.  Please check your info below to make sure it’s correct.  I will be making final teams up tomorrow night after classes.   

·         I need to know who Tucker N. is – is someone bringing him?

·         If your name is on the list below and you can’t go, please let me know – WE WILL BE COUNTING ON YOU – not just for teams but for rides too!!!

Here are the folks I have signed up:

First Name	Last Name	High or Middle School	Are you playing or watching?
Colin	Allstun	High School	playing
Renee'	Aston	High School	playing
Rochelle	Aston	High school	playing
Nathan 'Big Dog Gangsta Homey G'	Enix	High School	playing
Jessie	Gatlin	high School	playing
Zach	Hirth	High School	playing
Tyler	Johnson	High School	playing
Lindsey	Keim	High School	playing
Logan	Keim	High School	playing
Tucker	N.	High School	playing
Jordan	Noyes	High School	playing
Laura	Portwood	High School	playing
Dane	Roper	High School	playing
Lizzy	Smith	High School	playing
Becca	Snow	High School	playing
Josh	Snow	High School	playing
Christian	Wagan	High School	playing
Karl	Aston	Middle School	playing
Bryn	Bartel	Middle School	playing
Austin	Gray	Middle School	playing
Mackenzie	Gray	Middle School	playing
Abbey	Lallathin	Middle School	playing
Hannah	Lallathin	Middle School	playing
Brendon	Noyes	Middle School	playing
Ryan	Shepherd	Middle School	playing
Audrey	Smith	High School	watching
Michalie	Brown	High School	watching
Abby	Turnbough	High School	watching
Maleah	Brown	Middle School	watching
Emma	Schwada	Middle School	watching
Lacie	Schwada	Middle School	watching

 

[TeenMinistry] TeenHouse - Handyman Needed

The floors in the TeenHouse are ready to be sanded, stained and polyeurathaned but BEFORE WE CAN DO THAT there are 2 leaks in the roof that we need to get someone (prefereably someone who knows a little bit about roofs) to take a look and make some repairs.  If you are willing to help, please contact me at your earliest convenience. 

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Volleyball Tournament

SIGN UP THIS SUNDAY!!!!

 

The Ne-O-Tez Volley Ball Tournament is coming on Sunday, September 13 at Maryland Heights. The cost is $5 plus your food money (we will be eating concessions there – both lunch and dinner! – the food is very cheap! – or you can bring a sack lunch). We will leave at noon (after classes and time to change).

We should be back around 7:15 PM.

The goal is to have 3 or 4 teams. (Categories are Middle School and All Ages)

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!!!

Here’s the Bullet Form.
What: Neotez Volleyball Tournament
Where: Maryland Heights CoC
When: Sunday, September 13
Leave after AM classes – should Return by 7:15 PM
Cost: $5 plus food money (bring an extra $7 -$15 for both lunch and dinner)
Bring: Fold up lawn chair, games/cards to play during down time, clean shirt for the van ride home – especially boys :)
Still Need: 1 or 2 drivers (if you don’t want to stay all day but would be willing to make a one-way drop-off or pick-up trip please let me know of your availability)

FAQ:
If I don’t want to play do I have to? No – we are still asking you to donate $5 to Ne-O-Tez. The more important thing is that you are with the group. There is plenty of time to hang out and have fun with the group. IF YOU NEED A SCHOLARSHIP LET ME KNOW!

What if I can’t stay all day? That’s OK – come have a good time as long as you can. Make sure you check with me before you leave with your parents.

What is Camp Ne-o-Tez? Camp Ne-o-Tez is a Christian Camp in DeSoto, MO where our teens from the St. Louis area churches of Christ can spend a week (or two or three) each summer learning about Christ and developing relationships that will last through eternity.

 

[TeenMinistry] Dads / Moms / Sons / Daughters

INTENTIONAL PARENTING!

Dads – you need to be listening to this!  It’s time to step up in our families.  It’s time to lead!  It’s time to fight for your family!  The culture is pulling your family in all directions away from God!  It’s time to stand up and say “No More!”

Moms – if you have to listen to this first to encourage your husband, please invest the time!  SINGLE MOMS – after you listen to this, let’s talk about options for you.

Sons – this explains the kind of Godly young man you need to be becoming!

Daughters – Don’t settle for less than what God wants to bless you with!

At the following link there is a 4-part series that every parent and child needs to listen to!  Parents, you will be blessed!  The author of the book “What He Must Be If He Wants To Marry My Daughter” is being interviewed

Go to http://tinyurl.com/mgqol6 to begin or continue Intentional Parenting

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Kidsquest and Nursery Volunter Information FOR TEENS!!!

Kathy asked me to pass this along to our teen volunteers…Teens – thanks for all you help!!!

KidsQuest Small Group Leader Volunteer Training

There will be training for all those wishing to volunteer as a small group leader on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 from 6:15 to 6:55 p.m. in the library. You must attend if you plan to volunteer for the 2009-2010 school year. If you would like to volunteer and are unable to make the training you need to make arrangements with me to train at another time.

We will discuss expectations of small group leaders at the training as well as having a sign-up sheet for the units between September 13 and the end of December. There will be three units between now and the end of the year. You may sign-up for a unit (consisting of four to five lessons, there are only two lessons in the December unit) or to volunteer for the entire time.

There will only be one KidsQuest large group on Sunday mornings but children will be divided into age groups during small group time.

There are a limited number of volunteer positions available.

 

Note: Only those teens scheduled to volunteer in KidsQuest on Sunday’s will be allowed in the Big Room during Worship beginning September 13.

All teens are welcome to come to the Big Room from 10:15 to 10:30 a.m. on KidsQuest Sunday’s to sing with the children.

 

Nursery Volunteers Needed

I am currently revising the Sunday morning Nursery schedule. Teens this is an opportunity to serve the youngest members of our congregation as well as our visitors. Many of you are already serving in this way but I am currently revising the schedule and want to give others the opportunity to serve.

Email me we your willingness to serve on a rotation in the Nursery or your intention to attend the volunteer training for KidsQuest.

Kathy.crown@lafayettechurch.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Roger - our Compassion Child

You all are doing great with Roger’s contributions!  We have been sponsoring him for 6 months and we are ahead in contributions by 5 months.  You all agreed a few weeks ago to send extra money to the family.  We will be doing that as a Christmas donation in September or October!  You guys are awesome!  If you haven’t seen it, there is a note on the TeenRoom Door from Roger.  Thanks to Chelsea Hirth for getting this going and to Renee’ Aston for heading this up!  Keep bringing that change!

TeenEpic ROCKS!!!  www.teenepic.org

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Float Trip

REMINDER:  Senior High Float Trip payments due by Wednesday Night!

 

Parents - if you haven't filled out a Medical Release & Info Form in a while, it wouldn't hurt to have a new one with updated information on file.

 

CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE DETAILS

[TeenMinistry] Soulift Info

Hey gang Soulift is HERE!

 

Here are some details about Sunday and Monday:

 

Sunday Soulift Youth Rally

• BRING A SACK LUNCH - we will eat lunch in the Teen Room before we go
• We will head to Soulift at Florissant
• Daryl Simmons will be driving the van and "Charles is in Charge" (sorry I couldn't resist)  :)
• IF YOU DID NOT ORDER A MEAL YOU NEED TO BRING A SACK DINNER!!!
• Here is a list of people who bought a dinner -
• Dane Roper
• Emma deSambourg
• Daryl Simmons
• Kayla Oliver
• Hannah Lallathin
• Abby Lallathin
• Andrea Malcolm
• Kendall Malcolm
• Michalie Brown
• Maleah Brown
• Laura Portwood
• We will be eating dinner at the Florissant building
• The van should return from the youth rally by 10 PM

 

Monday - Six Flags

·         GOING

o        Meet at the building at 10 AM (Charles is driving the church van) - Let Charles know SUNDAY if you need a ride

§         Bring a $1 to help with gas and parking (EVEN IF IT'S ONLY ONE WAY - going or coming)

            OR

o        Meet at Six Flags whenever (Mike will be at Six Flags as early as 9:45 selling tickets for Soulift if you want to come early)

§         PARENTS - Call Charles when you get there - 314-604-4079 - to meet up with the group

§         IF THERE IS NO CALL FROM YOU, We will assume official supervision is not needed.

·         BRING

o        $$ for meals at the park

§         They frown on you bringing in your own food

§         we may leave the park for a while for a fast food dinner but bring enough in case we need to stay

§         Eat a BIG breakfast right before you come and we can eat an early "dinner" around 4 PM

o        Sunscreen

o        Dry Clothes (?)

o        Water bottle

·         WHILE WE'RE THERE (if you're under our official supervision)

§         - if you ride in the van or if your parents call Charles when you get there, you are under our official supervision)

o        Sr. High (including incoming Freshmen) must stay in groups of 3 or more

o        Middle School must stay with Charles or Mike

·         LEAVING

o        Your parent can pick you up any time (PLEASE LET CHARLES KNOW YOU'RE LEAVING)

o        We will leave the park about 9:30 - to be back to the building by 10 PM

o        Parents - If your child stays past 9:30 PM they will not be supervised

·          BACK to the building by 10 PM

 

LOGISTICAL NOTE - I (Mike) will be around the park most of the day but will be selling tickets and coordinating things for Soulift.  Charles will be the "go-to" person for our group for the day and I will be in touch with him all day.  I should be at the park by about 9:45 AM if you want to drop your teen off early.

 

 

LOOKING FORWARD TO A GREAT WEEKEND!!!

 

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike

[TeenMinistry] Upcoming Dates

High School Get Together (with the date this time)

There is a Get-Together for high school  (including incoming freshman) and college age to hang out, play Wii, Playstation, games etc. starting at 7:00 pm. THIS FRIDAY, JULY 25 at the Malcolm's.

Their address is 390 Lauren Landing, Ballwin MO 63021

Their phone # is 636-256-9183 if you could call to let them know you are coming, I’m sure that would be helpful.

 

 

Contact Charles at Charles@teenepic.org or Mike at mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org if you want to go to any of the events below but can’t get to the building to sign up for them.

 

July 26-28 – SoulLift  (Middle School and High School)– CLICK HERE for details and form (More detailed info in an upcoming e-mail)

August 2 – ROCK THE RIVER!!! (High School and incoming 9^th graders) – CLICK HERE for more details – (Sign up on the Teen Room Door ASAP!!!)

August 6 – Circle of Concern (Middle School and High School) – CLICK HERE for more details - also VOTE ON THE ACTIVITY YOU WOULD LIKE TO DO AFTER by next Wednesday, July 29!!!

August 7 – High School Float Trip (including incoming 9^th graders) – CLICK HERE for more details (You must have a Medical Release and Info Form on file AND a Life-Jacket Release form signed by your parents if you do not want to have to wear a life jacket)

August 9 – Charles’ last day with us! L

August 16 – current 5^th Grade promoted into Middle School classes

Sept 13 - NeOTez Volleyball Tournament - info coming soon

 

[TeenMinistry] High School Get-together

There is a Get together for high school  (including incoming freshman) and college age to hang out, play Wii, Playstation, games ect. starting at 7:00 pm. at the Malcolm's.

Their address is 390 Lauren Landing, Ballwin Mo 63021,

Their phone # is 636-256-9183 if you could call to let them know you are coming, I’m sure that would be helpful.

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Upcoming Events

Contact Charles at Charles@teenepic.org or Mike at mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org if you can go but can’t get to the building to sign up for any of the events below.

 

July 19 – Middle School Swim Party – We are inviting incoming 6^th graders (You must let Charles know you are coming by Wednesday Night) – CLICK HERE for more info

July 26-28 – SoulLift  (Middle School and High School) (Give your Registration to Charles by Wednesday Night, July 15) – CLICK HERE for details and form

August 2 – ROCK THE RIVER!!! (High School and inviting incoming 8^th graders) – CLICK HERE for more details – (Sign up on the Teen Room Door ASAP!!!)

August 6 – Circle of Concern (Middle School and High School) – CLICK HERE for more details

August 7 – High School Float Trip (inviting incoming 8^th graders) – CLICK HERE for more details

August 9 – Charles’ last day with us! L

August 16 – current 5^th Grade promoted into Middle School classes

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Soullift Info

Hey Gang!  Soullift is coming up fast.  Here is the info.  You need to have this back to Charles or me by Wednesday, July 15.

I will have hard copies at Kidsfest this week!

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike Brown, Youth  Minister

 

Lafayette Church of Christ

115 New Ballwin Road

Ballwin, MO 63021

www.lafayettechurch.org

e- mike.brown@lafayettechurch.org

c - 636.549.8644 (local)

c - 317.796.8720 (direct)

o - 636.391.6697x13

 

[TeenMinistry] Swimming!

We are going Swimming! Yes, Swimming! In Summer!

The Lallathin's have been gracious enough to open up their pool for the Middle School to go swimming in and have lots of fun in. So, here's what you need to know:

- It's for Middle School (we will be inviting 5^th graders too)

- Sunday, July 19th RIGHT AFTER Classes

- We will be leaving right after morning classes and returning by 4:30 PM

- You need to bring Youth Group Approved Swim Wear: (For instance, no two piece swim wear)

Here's what you need to bring:

- A Youth Group Approved Swim wear (Obviously you need this to go swimming - we will have t-shirts for those who do not have a modest swimsuit)
- A towel (On which to dry yourself after you have been swimming)
- Sunscreen (To Prevent Sunburn)
- 1$ (To help with gas)

- Chaperones will be Charles & Mike as well as the Lallathins

AND

If you are a guy, you need to bring a liter of the soda of your choice and a bag of chips of your choice.

If you are a gal, you need to bring a dessert or side dish of your preference that would go well with hot dogs.

If you have any questions, either email me at crp07c@acu.edu, or call me at 314.604.4079.

In Him,
Charles R. Portwood II
crp07c@acu.edu
314.604.4079

[TeenMinistry] Kayla Oliver

Kayla Oliver gave her life to Christ in baptism last evening at Camp Ne-O-Tez!  Praise God for His saving mercy and grace!  Pictures coming soon!

[TeenMinistry] Sonic Run

Hope to see you at Sonic tonight after classes!

[TeenMinistry] Zoo/Union Station Day

Teen Ministry,

Hello everyone! I hope your summer is going well!

We are currently planning a day out with the youth group to go to the Zoo and hang out in Union Station to have lunch and play some Galactic Glow Putt (Which is Glow in the Dark Putt Putt)! Here's the details:

- It's going to be on June 29th

- Let me know if you want to go. You can either call me at 314.604.4079 if you are going, or email me at charles@teenepic.org, or talk to me if you want to go. Just let me know if you want to go.

- I will have a sign up sheet in the Teen Room tomorrow the 17th for you to sign up on.

- You need to bring $6 to pay for gas and putt putt. You can turn this in to me.

- You need to bring lunch money. We will be stopping at Union Station for lunch.

- We will be meeting at 8:00am on the 29th, and will be back at 4:30pm that afternoon.

I hope you all can attend!

In Him,
Charles R. Portwood II
crp07c@acu.edu
314.604.4079

[TeenMinistry] Wednesday Night Class

Because we have a dozen of us in Memphis for the Mission Trip, several who will be in Kidsfest Training, as well as several out of town on vacation, our Wednesday night Youth Group “class” will be with the adults in the Adult worship class tomorrow night (Wednesday - 6/10).

Because of the Cross,

Mike

[TeenMinistry] Memphis WorkCamp

We are having an awesome week!  Over 300 teens are here working on 20 houses in the City of Memphis.  There are 13 of us here from Lafayette.  Scraping the houses were the order of the day today.  Tomorrow we break out the brushes.  Stories are forming of people in the neighborhoods we are serving in seeing Christ in these teens.  We have had two powerful worship services – it “funny” that when you are tirelessly serving others, somehow worshiping the Lord becomes much more authentic because our attitudes and focus are completely off of ourselves and on the one who deserves all glory!  Lafayette, you can be proud of your teens representing you  - not only in Memphis – but in the body life at Lafayette.

 

Because of the Cross,

Mike

[TeenMinistry] Memphis Work Camp & Wednesday Night

Teen Ministry Mailing List,

A few reminders about Memphis Work Camp:

If you haven't already paid for Work Camp, you need to do so ASAP. If you have not paid, Tonight, (Wednesday) would be a great time to do so since you will see me at Church tonight. Also, if you are going to Work Camp, you need to make sure you have a paint brush with you when we leave Monday. This is the only supply that every individual needs to bring with them on their own.

A final note from me today about Work Camp: Start getting excited now! We will be helping a lot of people at Work Camp do things that they aren't able to do with their houses. Be exited to share Jesus' love with them!

Tonight we are going to the nursing home, be sure to bring your singing voices and a smile!

I look forward to seeing everyone tonight!

In Him,
Charles R. Portwood II
crp07c@acu.edu
314.604.4079

[TeenMinistry] More Mission Trip Info

The Following information is on the Memphis workcamp website:

 

Note To Teen Volunteers

Conduct:

• You are representing Jesus Christ.
• Respect the neighborhood by keeping the noise level down.
• No radios or headphones.
• Do not go inside the houses you paint for any reason.

Schedule:

• Click HERE for the schedule.
• Your youth group will be meeting together on Wednesday.

Food & Snacks:

• Water, ice and cups will be provided at each site.
• Bring your own sack lunch and drink!  (this will be packed at your host family house)
• Supper will be provided for you in the Highland gym at 6:00 pm every night except Wednesday (when your group meets together).
• DO NOT TOUCH ANY WIRES!!!

SAFETY NOTES:

• Wear protective clothing. You will get paint on them. Shorts are fine, if not too baggy – remember you may be on ladders. T-shirts are ok, but no loose tank tops – they get caught on nails. Gloves are useful when scraping, protective glasses are useful as well. Wear sunblock and/or hat to avoid getting sunburned.
• Guys – You must wear a shirt. Do not wear shirts with the sides cut out. We do not want to see your boxers. Please be modest.
• Girls – You must wear a shirt, also. Do not wear short cheerleader-type shorts. We do not want to see your bra, even if it’s a sports bra. Please be modest.
• Avoid any contact with power lines at the site. DO NOT TOUCH ANY WIRES!!!
• Keep ladders away from power lines.
• Do not paint bricks, concrete or people. Be neat!
• No one may leave the work site without the permission of crew leader.

***  DO NOT TOUCH ANY WIRES!!! ***