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First United Methodist Church
321 Thompson Drive
Kerrville TX 78028
Youth Office: (830) 257-0803
Youth Email: bpalmer@kfumc.org
Website: http://www.kfumc.org/
Beth Palmer, Youth Director

2008 SPRING/SUMMER MISSION OPPORTUNITIES

June 9 - 12 (8:30 am - noon) Help at Vacation Bible School
June 22 26: (Sunday 2:00 pm - Thursday 2:00 pm "My Mission" Senior High Mission Trip
July 7 - 9: (8:00 am - 5:00 pm) "Neighbor to Neighbor" Senior High and Junior High Service Project

Why do we go on Mission Trips?

Christian Fellowship - You have the opportunity to experience true Christian fellowship. New friends are made and the very fabric of each life is shared.
Opportunity to evaluate our own culture - Reality of how very blessed we are and how much we take for granted in our day-to-day lives.
Hearts are broken - Our hearts are broken when we witness the poor living conditions of so many people and the loneliness that many people experience in their lives.
We see Jesus on Mission Trips - We see the face of Jesus on the people we serve and on each other as we work side-by-side.

Youth Summer MISSION OPPORTUNITIES

Senior High
"MY Mission"
June 22 - 26

This is open to all students who will enter the 9th grade in the fall through graduating seniors. We will be staying in San Antonio at University United Methodist Church. We will team up with students from other Methodist churches in our conference to serve in the inner city. Some of our service opportunities include: helping at a homeless shelter, working with children by providing vacation Bible school experiences, helping at a food bank and entertaining children at the Methodist Children's Hospital. We will have worship together every evening, along with a time of fun and fellowship. This will be a tremendous time of servant-hood. I hope that you will prayerfully consider this opportunity.

YOUTH MISSION TRIP - Junior High and Senior High
Neighbor to Neighbor - July 7 - 9

This is open to all students entering seventh grade in the fall through graduating seniors. We will be teaming up with other churches in our community to go out and serve the elderly. In the past we have done everything from window washing, lawn mowing and grocery shopping, to wheelchair ramp building and painting. Make plans to join us for this week where you will be mightily blessed as you serve others.

Covenant of Conduct for Mission Opportunities

Rules of Behavior
1. I understand that I will be treated as a mature child of God and agree to treat everyone else on this trip (no exceptions) as mature children of God.
2. I understand that I alone am responsible for my actions, and agree to act in a manner that honors God, those that have reared me and those that I am with on this trip, that through my actions God may receive glory.
3. I understand that the use or possession of illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages and tobacco are explicitly prohibited and cause for the sponsors to terminate my participation on this trip.
4. I understand that I am expected and required to participate in all group activities.
5. I understand that my dress shall be appropriate and in good taste and that the sponsors have the right the right to make that judgment.
6. I understand that if I deliberately and maliciously violate any of these rules at any point on this trip, and at the sole discretion of the sponsors, I may be transported home and that my parents/guardian will have to incur that expense.
7. I understand that these rules are not intended to be punitive or restrictive, that they were written here in the spirit of clear communication and that no one will be more surprised by their violation than than the sponsors. I understand that the sponsors have agreed to spend this time of their vacation with me because they love and value me as a Child of God and as a member of our Youth Group.

It is important for the safety and understanding of youth, sponsors, parent/guardians and the church that participating youth and parent/guardian read and sign this covenant. The team of sponsors, collectively and individually, reserve the right and accept the responsibility to assume fair, equitable and consistent judgment with regards to consequences resulting from a youth's behavior.

I, (name of youth) have read and understood the Covenant of Conduct above and happily agree to abide by it. I fully expect to have a fun and fulfilling Youth Group experience.

(Signature of Youth)_____________

(Signature of Parent/Guardian)_______

Date______________

Contact Beth Palmer to sign up now!

THE HOTTEST, COOLEST PLACE IN TEXAS

Wednesday, June 18 - SCHLITTERBAHN Water Park

We will meet at the church at 8:00 am and return to the church at 8:00 pm. We will pack sandwiches, chips, cookies, soft drinks and bottled water for the day. Cost is $40 which included your ticket, food, drinks and gas for the church bus. You need to bring: swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Food and drinks will be available all day but you will need to bring extra money if you want to buy food at the water park. Call Beth at 257-0803 to sign up by June 15.

LASER QUEST - Wednesday July 16

Come join us for a great day of laser tag! We will leave from the church at 10:00 am and travel to San Antonio to Laser Quest. We will eat at E Z's (hamburgers, pizza, salad, etc.) Lunch specials are $6.95 plus tax, which includes a drink and unlimited refills. The cost of three games at Laser Quest is $17. This is so much fun!!! We will return to the church at 4:00 pm. (There is an arcade and soda machines at Laser Quest if you want to bring some quarters). Call 257-0802 to sign up with Tina Box, I will be at a leadership conference but there are great adults ready to take the first 22 youth who sign up. (Don't forget to wear dark colored clothes or you will "glow". Don't miss it!!

LET'S GO SHOPPING - THE SHOPS AT LA CANTERA
July 30

We will meet at the church at 9:00 am on Wednesday, July 30 and return to the church at 5:00 pm. You will need to bring money for any shopping purchases or food items that you want. Call Beth by July 27 to reserve a spot on one of the vans. It will be a lot of fun!!!

Kerrville First United Methodist Church Youth purpose Statement: (Why we do the things we do!)

Worship - Celebrating God's presence and honoring Him with our lifestyle.

Ministry - Meeting needs with love and encouraging our youth to discover their gifts and put them into practice through ministry and mission opportunities.

Evangelism - Sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with those who don't yet have a personal relationship with Him.

Fellowship - Making sure our students are known, cared for, held accountable and encouraged in their spiritual journey.

Discipleship - Strengthening believers in their quest to be like Christ.

Methodist Youth Fellowship

First United Methodist Church
321 Thompson Drive
Kerrville TX 78028
(830) 257-0800
http://www.kfumc.org/

SUMMER

Schlitterbahn!
Laser Quest!

Mission Trips
Neighbor
- To -
Neighbor
Service Projects

Sunday Morning
In the Activity Center
9:45 am to 10:45 am

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SUNDAYS IN THE SUMMER

We invite junior high and senior high students to join us every Sunday at 9:45 am in the Activity Center. We will have Bible study and then head over to the contemporary worship service in the Fellowship Hall or the traditional service in the sanctuary at 11:00 am. Let's praise the Lord together this summer.

Junior High -
Activity Center - Room 2

Senior High -
Activity Center - Room 1

Beth Palmer
(830) 257-0803
bpalmer@kfumc.org