November 27, 2006
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Cheesy Joke of The Week
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
PHOTO IN NEED OF A CAPTION WINNER
Last week we asked you to submit a caption for this photo and that the winner would receive a big handful of candy. We received 19 entries, many of which were very good! Well we have a winner!
FIRST PLACE: How would YOU feel if your outfit matched Tom's?! - Stephanie Cook
HONORABLE MENTION #1: I thought I was the only one dressed like a penguin....boy was I wrong! - Natasha Alexander
HONORABLE MENTION #2: The producers of "Happy Feet" called, Tom got the part, sorry Stephanie. - Stephanie Cook
Enjoy your Candy Stephanie! Nice picture by the way! You're a good sport!
SCENE AROUND 180
Yesterday was our first High School Sunday Morning Coffee House. Looks like Carrie Ann and Haley were having a good time!
Got a picture you have taken recently at a 180 event? Send to newsletter@180students.com. Thanks for the pic Aaron!
WILD WEATHER
The snow has begun to fall! With winter weather comes dangerous driving. If there happens to be snow or ice in the forecast be sure to check our web site (www.180students.com) for cancellation notices. Notices will be posted within 2 hours of an event. Now just pray for school cancellations!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
UNLIKELY HEROES
TOPIC: God uses the weak and lowly
MAIN SCRIPTURES: "In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute considered righteous for what she did when she gave lodging to the spies and sent them off in a different direction?" (James 2:25)
"The people I treasure most are the humble--they depend only on me and tremble when I speak." (Isaiah 66:2, CEV)
OTHER SCRIPTURES: Joshua 2; Joshua 6:17; Matthew 5:1-10; 1 Corinthians 1:27
WHAT JESUS MIGHT SAY TO YOU:
Today I want to talk about your feelings of inadequacy. It's a lie that you're not good enough to follow me or represent me to the world. I know the world prizes the strong and successful. My way is different. I look for those with humble hearts, aware of their weaknesses. Those who give me room to work in them and through them. These are the people I want to use. Have you read the story of my servant Rahab in Joshua 2? Go ahead. Read it.
I chose to use Rahab in a mighty way. Why? Was it because she was popular and well-respected? No, quite the opposite. In fact, Rahab was a prostitute. But I chose her. And not only did she change the world, but she also had a profound experience of my grace and mercy in the process.
Fast-forward a few years. Rahab had a son named Boaz. Boaz is considered one of the greatest examples of grace and mercy in history. (Check out the book of Ruth.) How did Boaz learn to be so godly and merciful? It was from his mother, the former prostitute.
Remember David--the humble shepherd boy who became a great king, a king after my own heart? He was also a descendant of Rahab and Boaz. Furthermore, guess who else descended from Rahab? I did.
I would rather change the world through a humble prostitute or shepherd boy than through a prideful, religious person who thinks he has it all together. I can't use those who think they have no need for me.
Are you imperfect? Messed up? Do you need me? If the answer is yes, you're in good shape. I can use you. I want to use you to change the world...and I will.
Going against the flow, Jesus
SUMMARY CHALLENGE: No matter who you are or where you've been, God wants to use you.
**
Taken from "Conversations with Jesus", copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Textaments
Scripture delivered to your cell phone
~ World AIDS Day
December 1--what will you do?
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got two birthdays this week so strike up the band! "This is your birthday song...it isn't very long...HEY!" Happy birthday Andy Wiseman and Kaley Vincent! We wish you two the best!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
It snowed in the Sahara desert on February 18, 1979.
7. CHEESY JOKE OF THE WEEK
Q) "If you have six apples in one hand and five apples in the other, what do you have?"
A) "Really big hands!"
Thank you Christine Laughlin!
Got a cheesy joke you would like to see in the newsletter? Sent it to newsletter@180students.com.
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Character is what you are in the dark."
- D.L. Moody
"He that lives in hope dances without music."
- George Herbert
===========our|sponsor===========
JESUS HAS SOMETHING TO SAY TO YOU
He wants you to know that you are part of something much bigger than yourself ... you're part of God's Story. But what does that mean? Spend time every day listening to what Jesus has to say to you in devotional letters written to you. You'll encounter the God who created you for a purpose, and you'll come to understand what that purpose is.
Each day you'll have the opportunity to talk back to Jesus in the journal pages. Through your daily conversations you'll grow closer to Jesus and learn about your part in God's Story. Dig in. Spend the next 60 days in a conversation with Jesus. You will be surprised what you learn about God ... and about yourself!
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
9. PARTING SHOT
I used to think I was indecisive, but now I'm not too sure.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Cheesy Joke of The Week
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
PHOTO IN NEED OF A CAPTION WINNER
Last week we asked you to submit a caption for this photo and that the winner would receive a big handful of candy. We received 19 entries, many of which were very good! Well we have a winner!
FIRST PLACE: How would YOU feel if your outfit matched Tom's?! - Stephanie Cook
HONORABLE MENTION #1: I thought I was the only one dressed like a penguin....boy was I wrong! - Natasha Alexander
HONORABLE MENTION #2: The producers of "Happy Feet" called, Tom got the part, sorry Stephanie. - Stephanie Cook
Enjoy your Candy Stephanie! Nice picture by the way! You're a good sport!
SCENE AROUND 180
Yesterday was our first High School Sunday Morning Coffee House. Looks like Carrie Ann and Haley were having a good time!
Got a picture you have taken recently at a 180 event? Send to newsletter@180students.com. Thanks for the pic Aaron!WILD WEATHER
The snow has begun to fall! With winter weather comes dangerous driving. If there happens to be snow or ice in the forecast be sure to check our web site (www.180students.com) for cancellation notices. Notices will be posted within 2 hours of an event. Now just pray for school cancellations!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
UNLIKELY HEROES
TOPIC: God uses the weak and lowly
MAIN SCRIPTURES: "In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute considered righteous for what she did when she gave lodging to the spies and sent them off in a different direction?" (James 2:25)
"The people I treasure most are the humble--they depend only on me and tremble when I speak." (Isaiah 66:2, CEV)
OTHER SCRIPTURES: Joshua 2; Joshua 6:17; Matthew 5:1-10; 1 Corinthians 1:27
WHAT JESUS MIGHT SAY TO YOU:
Today I want to talk about your feelings of inadequacy. It's a lie that you're not good enough to follow me or represent me to the world. I know the world prizes the strong and successful. My way is different. I look for those with humble hearts, aware of their weaknesses. Those who give me room to work in them and through them. These are the people I want to use. Have you read the story of my servant Rahab in Joshua 2? Go ahead. Read it.
I chose to use Rahab in a mighty way. Why? Was it because she was popular and well-respected? No, quite the opposite. In fact, Rahab was a prostitute. But I chose her. And not only did she change the world, but she also had a profound experience of my grace and mercy in the process.
Fast-forward a few years. Rahab had a son named Boaz. Boaz is considered one of the greatest examples of grace and mercy in history. (Check out the book of Ruth.) How did Boaz learn to be so godly and merciful? It was from his mother, the former prostitute.
Remember David--the humble shepherd boy who became a great king, a king after my own heart? He was also a descendant of Rahab and Boaz. Furthermore, guess who else descended from Rahab? I did.
I would rather change the world through a humble prostitute or shepherd boy than through a prideful, religious person who thinks he has it all together. I can't use those who think they have no need for me.
Are you imperfect? Messed up? Do you need me? If the answer is yes, you're in good shape. I can use you. I want to use you to change the world...and I will.
Going against the flow, Jesus
SUMMARY CHALLENGE: No matter who you are or where you've been, God wants to use you.
**
Taken from "Conversations with Jesus", copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Textaments
Scripture delivered to your cell phone
~ World AIDS Day
December 1--what will you do?
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got two birthdays this week so strike up the band! "This is your birthday song...it isn't very long...HEY!" Happy birthday Andy Wiseman and Kaley Vincent! We wish you two the best!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
It snowed in the Sahara desert on February 18, 1979.
7. CHEESY JOKE OF THE WEEK
Q) "If you have six apples in one hand and five apples in the other, what do you have?"
A) "Really big hands!"
Thank you Christine Laughlin!
Got a cheesy joke you would like to see in the newsletter? Sent it to newsletter@180students.com.
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Character is what you are in the dark."
- D.L. Moody
"He that lives in hope dances without music."
- George Herbert
===========our|sponsor===========
JESUS HAS SOMETHING TO SAY TO YOU
He wants you to know that you are part of something much bigger than yourself ... you're part of God's Story. But what does that mean? Spend time every day listening to what Jesus has to say to you in devotional letters written to you. You'll encounter the God who created you for a purpose, and you'll come to understand what that purpose is.
Each day you'll have the opportunity to talk back to Jesus in the journal pages. Through your daily conversations you'll grow closer to Jesus and learn about your part in God's Story. Dig in. Spend the next 60 days in a conversation with Jesus. You will be surprised what you learn about God ... and about yourself!
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
9. PARTING SHOT
I used to think I was indecisive, but now I'm not too sure.
November 20, 2006
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of the Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 News
MS Turkey 'N Thanks
This last Saturday evening we as a Middle School group gathered for our annual TNT. We enjoyed an amazing Thanksgiving style feast (Thank you Gloria!), great times of fellowship, cool discussion on what Thanksgiving is all about, and some great worship. Always a good time! We have much to be thankful for.
See all the pictures here.
NO MIDWEEK MEETINGS THIS WEEK
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday there will be no High School gathering on Wednesday or Middle School gathering on Thursday. Enjoy the holiday and we'll see you next week.
SCENE AROUND 180
Last week we asked you to send us photos of people and events that you have captured either on your camera of cell phone. We received one of one of our favorite people. You're going to need that hood Regina when that cold Kansas winter arrives! We sure miss you you and Tim. You are in our prayers.
Thanks for the photo Zach Munger.
Got a photo you want to include in the newsletter? Send it to newsletter@180students.com
PHOTO IN NEED OF A CAPTION
Speaking of photos. There is one that was captured on Saturday night at our MS TNT that is just begging for a good caption. We will award a great big handful of candy to the person who can most creatively caption this photo. The winner will be announced in next week's newsletter.
Get your creative juices flowing and leave your ideas in the Comment section of this week's newsletter. Click on the photo to enlarge.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
LISTENING
1 Samuel 7:5-13
5 Then Samuel said, "Assemble all Israel at Mizpah and I will intercede with the Lord for you."
6 When they had assembled at Mizpah, they drew water and poured it out before the Lord. On that day they fasted and there they confessed, "We have sinned against the Lord." And Samuel was leader of Israel at Mizpah.
7 When the Philistines heard that Israel had assembled at Mizpah, the rulers of the Philistines came up to attack them. And when the Israelites heard of it, they were afraid because of the Philistines.
8 They said to Samuel, "Do not stop crying out to the Lord our God for us, that he may rescue us from the hand of the Philistines."
9 Then Samuel took a suckling lamb and offered it up as a whole burnt offering to the Lord. He cried out to the Lord on Israel's behalf, and the Lord answered him.
10 While Samuel was sacrificing the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to engage Israel in battle. But that day the Lord thundered with loud thunder against the Philistines and threw them into such a panic that they were routed before the Israelites.
11 The men of Israel rushed out of Mizpah and pursued the Philistines, slaughtering them along the way to a point below Beth Car.
12 Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying, "Thus far has the Lord helped us."
13 So the Philistines were subdued and did not invade Israelite territory again. Throughout Samuel's lifetime, the hand of the Lord was against the Philistines.
MEDITATION
In the Old Testament, the Israelites sometimes placed a large stone or built a monument to mark where God had done a great work. Those monuments helped them remember God is faithful. The monuments were often given names, as in this story, where Samuel names the spot Ebenezer, which means literally "stone of help."
Think of the moments when God has done great works in your life. In what ways do these experiences serve as monuments to remind you of God's ongoing work in your life?
Think about one of these moments. Did it occur on a retreat or at a camp? Perhaps at a worship service? Did it happen at a really good place in your life? Or did it happen during a really hard time? Name that moment and ponder it for a while.
As you look back at your "Ebenezer" moment, consider what you learned about God in that place. In what ways did God help you in that time? If there were a plaque with an inscription on that monument, what would it say?
In your time of reflection, take that moment and set it up before God as a stone that marks his presence in your life saying, "Thus far has the Lord helped me."
**
Taken from "Enjoy the Silence", by Maggie and Duffy Robbins, copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ The Hope Line
A site for you to find help with big issues
~ Stir Magazine
An online magazine for Christian teens
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got FOUR birthdays this week! BIG 180 Birthday wishes go out to Caleb O'Halloran, Kevin O'Halloran, Katie Leonard, and Jacob Eitzen! Enjoy your birthdays! We are thankful for each of you!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Hippos have killed more than 400 people in Africa--more than any other wild animal.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Evangelism is not a professional job for a few trained men, but is instead the unrelenting responsibility of every person who belongs to the company of Jesus."
- Elton Trueblood
"The Holy Scriptures are our letters from home."
- Augustine
===========our|sponsor===========
DIVE INTO GOD'S WORD
People talk about the power of the Bible, but sometimes Scripture just looks like normal words. However, inside these thin, innocent looking pages is the divine revelation of a God who wants you to hear him.
"Enjoy the Silence" is about the spiritual discipline of Lectio Divina. This ancient practice can help you develop an awareness of God's presence and power found in the Bible. Going Deep's simple exercises take you through the process of reading Scripture, meditating on Scripture, listening to God through Scripture, and responding to Scripture.
If you feel like you've been reading the Bible in the shallow end, it's time to start scaling the cliffs and get ready to plunge headlong into the deep experience of God's Word.
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
If at first you do succeed, try not to look astonished.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of the Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 News
MS Turkey 'N Thanks
This last Saturday evening we as a Middle School group gathered for our annual TNT. We enjoyed an amazing Thanksgiving style feast (Thank you Gloria!), great times of fellowship, cool discussion on what Thanksgiving is all about, and some great worship. Always a good time! We have much to be thankful for.
See all the pictures here.
NO MIDWEEK MEETINGS THIS WEEK
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday there will be no High School gathering on Wednesday or Middle School gathering on Thursday. Enjoy the holiday and we'll see you next week.
SCENE AROUND 180
Last week we asked you to send us photos of people and events that you have captured either on your camera of cell phone. We received one of one of our favorite people. You're going to need that hood Regina when that cold Kansas winter arrives! We sure miss you you and Tim. You are in our prayers.Thanks for the photo Zach Munger.
Got a photo you want to include in the newsletter? Send it to newsletter@180students.com
PHOTO IN NEED OF A CAPTION
Speaking of photos. There is one that was captured on Saturday night at our MS TNT that is just begging for a good caption. We will award a great big handful of candy to the person who can most creatively caption this photo. The winner will be announced in next week's newsletter.
Get your creative juices flowing and leave your ideas in the Comment section of this week's newsletter. Click on the photo to enlarge.2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
LISTENING
1 Samuel 7:5-13
5 Then Samuel said, "Assemble all Israel at Mizpah and I will intercede with the Lord for you."
6 When they had assembled at Mizpah, they drew water and poured it out before the Lord. On that day they fasted and there they confessed, "We have sinned against the Lord." And Samuel was leader of Israel at Mizpah.
7 When the Philistines heard that Israel had assembled at Mizpah, the rulers of the Philistines came up to attack them. And when the Israelites heard of it, they were afraid because of the Philistines.
8 They said to Samuel, "Do not stop crying out to the Lord our God for us, that he may rescue us from the hand of the Philistines."
9 Then Samuel took a suckling lamb and offered it up as a whole burnt offering to the Lord. He cried out to the Lord on Israel's behalf, and the Lord answered him.
10 While Samuel was sacrificing the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to engage Israel in battle. But that day the Lord thundered with loud thunder against the Philistines and threw them into such a panic that they were routed before the Israelites.
11 The men of Israel rushed out of Mizpah and pursued the Philistines, slaughtering them along the way to a point below Beth Car.
12 Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying, "Thus far has the Lord helped us."
13 So the Philistines were subdued and did not invade Israelite territory again. Throughout Samuel's lifetime, the hand of the Lord was against the Philistines.
MEDITATION
In the Old Testament, the Israelites sometimes placed a large stone or built a monument to mark where God had done a great work. Those monuments helped them remember God is faithful. The monuments were often given names, as in this story, where Samuel names the spot Ebenezer, which means literally "stone of help."
Think of the moments when God has done great works in your life. In what ways do these experiences serve as monuments to remind you of God's ongoing work in your life?
Think about one of these moments. Did it occur on a retreat or at a camp? Perhaps at a worship service? Did it happen at a really good place in your life? Or did it happen during a really hard time? Name that moment and ponder it for a while.
As you look back at your "Ebenezer" moment, consider what you learned about God in that place. In what ways did God help you in that time? If there were a plaque with an inscription on that monument, what would it say?
In your time of reflection, take that moment and set it up before God as a stone that marks his presence in your life saying, "Thus far has the Lord helped me."
**
Taken from "Enjoy the Silence", by Maggie and Duffy Robbins, copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ The Hope Line
A site for you to find help with big issues
~ Stir Magazine
An online magazine for Christian teens
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got FOUR birthdays this week! BIG 180 Birthday wishes go out to Caleb O'Halloran, Kevin O'Halloran, Katie Leonard, and Jacob Eitzen! Enjoy your birthdays! We are thankful for each of you!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Hippos have killed more than 400 people in Africa--more than any other wild animal.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Evangelism is not a professional job for a few trained men, but is instead the unrelenting responsibility of every person who belongs to the company of Jesus."
- Elton Trueblood
"The Holy Scriptures are our letters from home."
- Augustine
===========our|sponsor===========
DIVE INTO GOD'S WORD
People talk about the power of the Bible, but sometimes Scripture just looks like normal words. However, inside these thin, innocent looking pages is the divine revelation of a God who wants you to hear him.
"Enjoy the Silence" is about the spiritual discipline of Lectio Divina. This ancient practice can help you develop an awareness of God's presence and power found in the Bible. Going Deep's simple exercises take you through the process of reading Scripture, meditating on Scripture, listening to God through Scripture, and responding to Scripture.
If you feel like you've been reading the Bible in the shallow end, it's time to start scaling the cliffs and get ready to plunge headlong into the deep experience of God's Word.
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
If at first you do succeed, try not to look astonished.
November 13, 2006
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
High School Winter Youth Celebration
Wednesday, Wednesday, Wednesday....this Wednesday is the early registration cut off. Save $30 and register by this Wednesday.
High Schoolers this is a highlight of our year, and if you have not yet gone, make this the year you do! See last years pictures here.
Winter Youth is held at the Red Lion Inn at Janzen Beach from December 27-30. The early registration cost is $159 if registered by this Wednesday, November 15. After that date the costs goes up to $189.
This year's Winter Youth's theme is The Gospel, and will feature, Craig Gross, Something Like Silas, Falling Up, and Dave the Horn Guy.
For more on Winter Youth, visit the official site here.
MS TNT
Hey Middle Schoolers this Saturday is our annual Turkey 'N Thanks! Be sure to join us in the Ministry Center Great Room for a Thanksgiving style feast that you will not soon forget.
The night will include all your favorite Thanksgiving food, fun times with your friends, worship, and more. We will begin at 6:00 and conclude at 7:30 and the cost is only $5. See pictures of last year's TNT here.
MS GIRLS SMALL GROUP
Hey girls this Thursday is the beginning of your small group. Be sure to come an hour early to Danger Zone and look forward to great times of close friendships and growth.
Seen Last Wednesday Night
This scene, captured last Wednesday night at The Link. Don't you love camera phones?
Be a part of the fun this week. High Schoolers join us Wednesday nights from 7:00 to 8:30!
Have a picture you have taken at one of our events? Send it to newsletter@180students.com.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
SURPRISE YOUR FAMILY... SERVE
When was the last time you surprised your family in a positive way? I'm sure you have examples of unpleasant surprises, but when was the last time you went out of your way to serve your family? I challenge you to look for ways to serve your family. Yep...your family! Leadership isn't just about serving people you're not related to. Serving with a ministry motive should include your family, too.
When you do your chores without being asked or place the needs of other family members before your own, you serve your family. When your parents have an exceptionally busy week and come home to a clean house, you've chosen an excellent way to serve them and relieve their stress. When the lawn gets mowed, when the driveway gets swept, when you put away the laundry, when you do anything that takes a project off your parents' to-do list, you are serving them.
You may read this and say, "I do all of these things, and my parents still complain." Let me suggest that you help out before they ask you to. Then ask occasionally if there's anything you can do to help around the house. Now, you'd better know CPR just in case their hearts stop.
If you do what you need to do before you're asked and do it with a positive attitude, eventually, you'll begin to have a positive influence on your family.
Family wounds are not easily or quickly healed. It takes persistent care and consistent, positive attitudes to develop a pattern of trust and changed character. If you want a healthy family, develop a servant's heart toward yours. Having a healthy family is worth the work and patience needed to take these steps. It's not easy, but it's important.
Taken from "Help! I'm a Student Leader", by Doug Fields, copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ StudyBuddy.com
A place for you to get homework help
~ Ignite Your Faith
The new magazine from Campus Life
4. BIRTHDAYS
We have one birthday shout out this week! So here we go....This is your birthday song, it isn't very long...HEY!! Happy Birthday Christine Laughlin! We wish you the best!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Regardless of the day of the week, Veterans Day is observed on November 11.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Heaven is not here, it's There. If we were given all we wanted here, our hearts would settle for this world rather than the next. God is forever luring us up and away from this one, wooing us to Himself and His still invisible Kingdom, where we will certainly find what we so keenly long for."
- Elisabeth Elliot
"The Bible talks plentifully about joy, but it nowhere talks about a 'happy Christian.' Happiness depends on what happens; joy does not. Remember, Jesus Christ had joy, and He prays 'that they might have My joy fulfilled in themselves.'"
- Oswald Chambers
===========our|sponsor===========
LEARN TO LEAD
You are a student leader for a reason. Maybe you chose to be, maybe it was chosen for you--no matter how you got there, God has a plan to use you in ministry.
You and your youth worker know that you're new at this thing. You have leadership ability, but you're still a student--so how do you do it?
Doug Fields has been a youth pastor for a long time, and he has helped several students figure out how to be leaders in his ministry. Now, he's here to help you. You may be afraid or overwhelmed, or you may feel privileged and a little cocky--but the tools in this book will help you get the most of your time as a leader.
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
High School Winter Youth Celebration
Wednesday, Wednesday, Wednesday....this Wednesday is the early registration cut off. Save $30 and register by this Wednesday.High Schoolers this is a highlight of our year, and if you have not yet gone, make this the year you do! See last years pictures here.
Winter Youth is held at the Red Lion Inn at Janzen Beach from December 27-30. The early registration cost is $159 if registered by this Wednesday, November 15. After that date the costs goes up to $189.
This year's Winter Youth's theme is The Gospel, and will feature, Craig Gross, Something Like Silas, Falling Up, and Dave the Horn Guy.
For more on Winter Youth, visit the official site here.
MS TNT
Hey Middle Schoolers this Saturday is our annual Turkey 'N Thanks! Be sure to join us in the Ministry Center Great Room for a Thanksgiving style feast that you will not soon forget.
The night will include all your favorite Thanksgiving food, fun times with your friends, worship, and more. We will begin at 6:00 and conclude at 7:30 and the cost is only $5. See pictures of last year's TNT here.
MS GIRLS SMALL GROUP
Hey girls this Thursday is the beginning of your small group. Be sure to come an hour early to Danger Zone and look forward to great times of close friendships and growth.
Seen Last Wednesday Night
This scene, captured last Wednesday night at The Link. Don't you love camera phones?
Be a part of the fun this week. High Schoolers join us Wednesday nights from 7:00 to 8:30!
Have a picture you have taken at one of our events? Send it to newsletter@180students.com.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
SURPRISE YOUR FAMILY... SERVE
When was the last time you surprised your family in a positive way? I'm sure you have examples of unpleasant surprises, but when was the last time you went out of your way to serve your family? I challenge you to look for ways to serve your family. Yep...your family! Leadership isn't just about serving people you're not related to. Serving with a ministry motive should include your family, too.
When you do your chores without being asked or place the needs of other family members before your own, you serve your family. When your parents have an exceptionally busy week and come home to a clean house, you've chosen an excellent way to serve them and relieve their stress. When the lawn gets mowed, when the driveway gets swept, when you put away the laundry, when you do anything that takes a project off your parents' to-do list, you are serving them.
You may read this and say, "I do all of these things, and my parents still complain." Let me suggest that you help out before they ask you to. Then ask occasionally if there's anything you can do to help around the house. Now, you'd better know CPR just in case their hearts stop.
If you do what you need to do before you're asked and do it with a positive attitude, eventually, you'll begin to have a positive influence on your family.
Family wounds are not easily or quickly healed. It takes persistent care and consistent, positive attitudes to develop a pattern of trust and changed character. If you want a healthy family, develop a servant's heart toward yours. Having a healthy family is worth the work and patience needed to take these steps. It's not easy, but it's important.
Taken from "Help! I'm a Student Leader", by Doug Fields, copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ StudyBuddy.com
A place for you to get homework help
~ Ignite Your Faith
The new magazine from Campus Life
4. BIRTHDAYS
We have one birthday shout out this week! So here we go....This is your birthday song, it isn't very long...HEY!! Happy Birthday Christine Laughlin! We wish you the best!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Regardless of the day of the week, Veterans Day is observed on November 11.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Heaven is not here, it's There. If we were given all we wanted here, our hearts would settle for this world rather than the next. God is forever luring us up and away from this one, wooing us to Himself and His still invisible Kingdom, where we will certainly find what we so keenly long for."
- Elisabeth Elliot
"The Bible talks plentifully about joy, but it nowhere talks about a 'happy Christian.' Happiness depends on what happens; joy does not. Remember, Jesus Christ had joy, and He prays 'that they might have My joy fulfilled in themselves.'"
- Oswald Chambers
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You and your youth worker know that you're new at this thing. You have leadership ability, but you're still a student--so how do you do it?
Doug Fields has been a youth pastor for a long time, and he has helped several students figure out how to be leaders in his ministry. Now, he's here to help you. You may be afraid or overwhelmed, or you may feel privileged and a little cocky--but the tools in this book will help you get the most of your time as a leader.
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8. PARTING SHOT
Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave, and impossible to forget.
November 6, 2006
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of the Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Nightstrike
Join us this Friday night as we hit the streets of Portland to minister to some of the cities most needy people. We will be joining forces with Bridgetown Ministries to minister to the homeless underneath the Burnside Bridge. We will be serving dinner, washing feet, cutting hair, distributing clothing and more. Join us and watch your live change and you allow God to use you to bring about change in the life of another.We plan to leave the church at 6:00 pm and will return at about 12:30 am.
High School Winter Youth Celebration
High Schoolers this is a highlight of our year, and if you have not yet gone, make this the year you do! See last years pictures here.
Winter Youth is held at the Red Lion Inn at Janzen Beach from December 27-30. The early registration cost is $159 if registered by Wednesday, November 15. After that date the costs goes up to $189.
This year's Winter Youth's theme is The Gospel, and will feature, Craig Gross, Something Like Silas, Falling Up, and Dave the Horn Guy.
For more on Winter Youth, visit the official site here.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
BITE #10
Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ's afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church. (Colossians 1:24)
Paul tells the Colossians that he rejoices in the fact that Christ suffered and died for them. You, too, can rejoice and celebrate the fact that Christ suffered and died for your family and friends. We're grateful for Christ's death, but we also celebrate his resurrection from the dead! He's alive right now! He didn't simply die for your sins; he rose and lives to empower you to live the holy life he calls you to live!
Paul also tells his friends in Colosse that he, too, will suffer in spreading the gospel. Christ never promised us that being a Christian would be easy. When we take the gospel to the world around us, we're unable to avoid suffering.
What are some of the things you find toughest about sharing your faith with others? Which types of suffering have you experienced because of you determination to share the gospel with others? (check all that apply)
___ A. People have made fun of me.
___ B. I've been physically abused.
___ C. I've been jailed.
___ D. People have told lies about me.
___ E. I've been falsely accused.
___ F. I've been sent to the principal's office.
___ G. I've been given detention.
___ H. I've been verbally abused.
___ I. I've been laughed at.
___ J. People have talked behind my back.
___ K. Some people refuse to be my friends.
Take a moment to stop and pray for missionaries--those who have committed their lives to spreading the gospel in other countries. Many of them face daily persecution. Ask God to empower them and guide their steps.
Now take a moment to write out a prayer for Christians living in countries who oppose Christianity. Many of these Christians are taken from their families, beaten, jailed, or even killed. Ask God to strengthen and comfort them. Pray for the persecution to cease.
Taken from "Secret Power to Treasures, Purity, and a Good Complexion", by Susie Shellenberger, copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
NotePods.com
It's like Cliff's Notes for your iPod.
Passage Magazine
A new Christian magazine just for guys. There's lots of great stuff on their website too.
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've to birthday shout outs this week. BIG BIRTHDAY WISHES go out to Forrest Anderson and Connor O'Brien. We wish you guys the BEST!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
And now a blast from the past...
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Cockroaches are able to withstand up to 15 times the amount of radiation that would affect a human.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Faith is to believe what we do not see, and the reward of this faith is to see what we believe."
- Augustine
"Art is a reflection of God's creativity, an evidence that we are made in the image of God."
- Francis Schaeffer
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This is not a scam. "Secret Power to Treasures, Purity, and Good Complexion" is a look at the book of Colossians that will help you discern what it means to be a Christian. This book can help you sort out all the stuff you hear about other beliefs and figure out what does and doesn't fit with being a follower of Christ. Read it on your own, or with a group of friends!
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
Better to get up late and be wide awake than to get up early and be asleep all day.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Video of the Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Nightstrike
Join us this Friday night as we hit the streets of Portland to minister to some of the cities most needy people. We will be joining forces with Bridgetown Ministries to minister to the homeless underneath the Burnside Bridge. We will be serving dinner, washing feet, cutting hair, distributing clothing and more. Join us and watch your live change and you allow God to use you to bring about change in the life of another.We plan to leave the church at 6:00 pm and will return at about 12:30 am.
High School Winter Youth Celebration
High Schoolers this is a highlight of our year, and if you have not yet gone, make this the year you do! See last years pictures here.Winter Youth is held at the Red Lion Inn at Janzen Beach from December 27-30. The early registration cost is $159 if registered by Wednesday, November 15. After that date the costs goes up to $189.
This year's Winter Youth's theme is The Gospel, and will feature, Craig Gross, Something Like Silas, Falling Up, and Dave the Horn Guy.
A scene from last year
For more on Winter Youth, visit the official site here.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
BITE #10
Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ's afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church. (Colossians 1:24)
Paul tells the Colossians that he rejoices in the fact that Christ suffered and died for them. You, too, can rejoice and celebrate the fact that Christ suffered and died for your family and friends. We're grateful for Christ's death, but we also celebrate his resurrection from the dead! He's alive right now! He didn't simply die for your sins; he rose and lives to empower you to live the holy life he calls you to live!
Paul also tells his friends in Colosse that he, too, will suffer in spreading the gospel. Christ never promised us that being a Christian would be easy. When we take the gospel to the world around us, we're unable to avoid suffering.
What are some of the things you find toughest about sharing your faith with others? Which types of suffering have you experienced because of you determination to share the gospel with others? (check all that apply)
___ A. People have made fun of me.
___ B. I've been physically abused.
___ C. I've been jailed.
___ D. People have told lies about me.
___ E. I've been falsely accused.
___ F. I've been sent to the principal's office.
___ G. I've been given detention.
___ H. I've been verbally abused.
___ I. I've been laughed at.
___ J. People have talked behind my back.
___ K. Some people refuse to be my friends.
Take a moment to stop and pray for missionaries--those who have committed their lives to spreading the gospel in other countries. Many of them face daily persecution. Ask God to empower them and guide their steps.
Now take a moment to write out a prayer for Christians living in countries who oppose Christianity. Many of these Christians are taken from their families, beaten, jailed, or even killed. Ask God to strengthen and comfort them. Pray for the persecution to cease.
Taken from "Secret Power to Treasures, Purity, and a Good Complexion", by Susie Shellenberger, copyright 2005, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
NotePods.com
It's like Cliff's Notes for your iPod.
Passage Magazine
A new Christian magazine just for guys. There's lots of great stuff on their website too.
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've to birthday shout outs this week. BIG BIRTHDAY WISHES go out to Forrest Anderson and Connor O'Brien. We wish you guys the BEST!
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
And now a blast from the past...
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Cockroaches are able to withstand up to 15 times the amount of radiation that would affect a human.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Faith is to believe what we do not see, and the reward of this faith is to see what we believe."
- Augustine
"Art is a reflection of God's creativity, an evidence that we are made in the image of God."
- Francis Schaeffer
===========our|sponsor===========
"RICHES, GOODNESS, AND GREAT SKIN? SIGN ME UP!"
This is not a scam. "Secret Power to Treasures, Purity, and Good Complexion" is a look at the book of Colossians that will help you discern what it means to be a Christian. This book can help you sort out all the stuff you hear about other beliefs and figure out what does and doesn't fit with being a follower of Christ. Read it on your own, or with a group of friends!
Order here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
Better to get up late and be wide awake than to get up early and be asleep all day.
