April 30, 2007
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Scene Around 180
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Junior High RIOT
THURSDAY, THURSDAY, THURSDAY.....THIS THURSDAY IS YOUR FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO REGISTER FOR THE RIOT! Middle Schoolers you don't want to miss this one! The date of the RIOT is May 18-19 and the cost is only $55. Be sure to get signed up this week!
Download a flier and registration form now and bring it with you to The Danger Zone this Thursday.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Pastor Brian.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
High School Beach Retreat
It's happening this weekend!! If you are registered here is what you need to know:
•We leave the church at 5:00 PM on Friday.
•Please eat dinner before arriving.
•We will return on Sunday at 3:30 PM.
•If you have not yet turned in your Release Form please bring it with you.
•Please leave all electronics at home.
•For a complete packing list download the brochure here.
It's gonna be a blast!!
The Link
High Schoolers have been to The Link lately? Great things and good times are happening each week! Join us this Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30. You'll be glad you did!
Go here to see pictures of last Wednesday night.
Free Leeland Concert!
Want to go see Leeland this Sunday? Want to go for FREE? We have received a bunch of free tickets to the concert. They will be playing at Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver. If you would like to go please click here to email Chelsea for details and tickets.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
GOD'S MOTIVE—LOVE
"And so we know and rely on the love god has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in god, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment, because in this world we are like him. There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love." (1 John 4:16-18)
The parable of the Good Samaritan is a good indication of how Jesus wants his followers to love people—even if we have very little in common with those people. In John 4:1-26 Jesus has an encounter that indicates just how deep our love should flow.
While in a Samaritan town called Sychar, Jesus stopped at a well where a local woman was drawing water. "Will you give me a drink?" he asked her.
The woman was shocked. The idea of a Jewish man talking to a Samaritan woman was so culturally out of bounds, she barely knew what to say. Here's how the conversation played out, according to Scripture:
The Samaritan woman said to him, "You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?"
Jesus answered her, "If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water."
"Sir," the woman said, "you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where can you get this living water? Are you greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well and drank from it himself, as did also his sons and his flocks and herds?"
Jesus answered, "Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life."
The woman said to him, "Sir, give me this water so that I won't get thirsty and have to keep coming here to draw water."
He told her, "Go, call your husband and come back."
"I have no husband," she replied.
Jesus said to her, "You are right when you say you have no husband. The fact is, you have had five husbands, and the man you now have is not your husband. What you have just said is quite true."
This is a life-changing story, not just for the Samaritan woman but for all followers of Jesus. In it Jesus shows us how to love unloved people.
*One fell swoop to abolish racism*
Notice that Jesus took a walk through Samaria, something Jews never did because of violent separatism in the culture. As mentioned in chapter one, Samaritans were half-blooded people. The Assyrian invaders who had occupied Israel took wives and began producing mixed-race children. In response the Jews ostracized the half-breeds, believing they were only half-pure before God.
When Jesus took time out of his day to sit with someone of such an "impure" lineage, he brought attention to the absurdity of racism. When Jesus looked at people, he didn't see skin color or nationality or ethnic background. He saw their need for love. Check the New Testament, and you'll find that Jesus gave his time to all groups of people.
*One fell swoop to affirm women*
Jesus showed men how to love women, not in a sexual way but in a spiritual way—a practical way. In the New Testament culture of the Middle East, women were considered to be little more than servants to men. Jesus, by sitting and talking with a Samaritan woman, began validating women as equals of men.
His attitude was nothing short of revolutionary. From his friendship with Mary and Martha to his healing of Peter's mother-in-law to his first post-resurrection appearance, Jesus left no doubt that women were a central part of his ministry—and key figures in spreading his gospel.
*One fell swoop to advocate forgiveness*
The woman Jesus approached had been married five times. What's more, she was living with a man who wasn't her husband at all. Jesus certainly knew about her sin of adultery, but it didn't stop his relentless pursuit to help her in times of need. Jesus didn't judge her before she had the ability to choose truth. He saw her need and helped her reach the object of her desire.
**
Taken from "Love This!" by Andy Braner, copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Shrek the Third: Check out the website for this new movie. There are fun games and trivia.
~ Your Prom: Get ready for prom!
4. BIRTHDAYS
This week's 180 Birthday Wish goes out to Kelly Hurst! We wish you the best Kelly!
5. SCENE AROUND 180
Pastor Brian seemed pretty excited about the Beano at the Chili Cook-Off on Saturday. Can you blame him? That was some great chili!
Way to go Mitch Thornburg for winning the best "Thick and Meaty" chili! $1,635.60 was earned that night. Each Mexico team participant that was involved in the night earned $96.20 toward their Mexico cost. Great job team!
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Half of all the Americans over the age of 55 have no teeth.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Love means loving the unlovable—or it is no virtue at all."
- G.K. Chesterton
"There is a famine in America. Not a famine of food, but of love, of truth, of life."
- Mother Teresa
===========our|sponsor===========
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR...AND THEN SOME!
Accept the challenge to make a difference in your own world by loving the people who are often ignored or unloved by most of the Christian culture—the people who are homeless, homosexuals, elderly, your enemies, and more.
Learn more or purchase "Love This!" here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
There are three kinds of people: those who can count, and those who can't.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Scene Around 180
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Junior High RIOT
THURSDAY, THURSDAY, THURSDAY.....THIS THURSDAY IS YOUR FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO REGISTER FOR THE RIOT! Middle Schoolers you don't want to miss this one! The date of the RIOT is May 18-19 and the cost is only $55. Be sure to get signed up this week!
Download a flier and registration form now and bring it with you to The Danger Zone this Thursday.Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Pastor Brian.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
High School Beach Retreat
It's happening this weekend!! If you are registered here is what you need to know:
•We leave the church at 5:00 PM on Friday.
•Please eat dinner before arriving.
•We will return on Sunday at 3:30 PM.
•If you have not yet turned in your Release Form please bring it with you.
•Please leave all electronics at home.
•For a complete packing list download the brochure here.
It's gonna be a blast!!
The Link
High Schoolers have been to The Link lately? Great things and good times are happening each week! Join us this Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30. You'll be glad you did!
Go here to see pictures of last Wednesday night.
Free Leeland Concert!
Want to go see Leeland this Sunday? Want to go for FREE? We have received a bunch of free tickets to the concert. They will be playing at Crossroads Community Church in Vancouver. If you would like to go please click here to email Chelsea for details and tickets.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
GOD'S MOTIVE—LOVE
"And so we know and rely on the love god has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in god, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment, because in this world we are like him. There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love." (1 John 4:16-18)
The parable of the Good Samaritan is a good indication of how Jesus wants his followers to love people—even if we have very little in common with those people. In John 4:1-26 Jesus has an encounter that indicates just how deep our love should flow.
While in a Samaritan town called Sychar, Jesus stopped at a well where a local woman was drawing water. "Will you give me a drink?" he asked her.
The woman was shocked. The idea of a Jewish man talking to a Samaritan woman was so culturally out of bounds, she barely knew what to say. Here's how the conversation played out, according to Scripture:
The Samaritan woman said to him, "You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?"
Jesus answered her, "If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water."
"Sir," the woman said, "you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where can you get this living water? Are you greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well and drank from it himself, as did also his sons and his flocks and herds?"
Jesus answered, "Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life."
The woman said to him, "Sir, give me this water so that I won't get thirsty and have to keep coming here to draw water."
He told her, "Go, call your husband and come back."
"I have no husband," she replied.
Jesus said to her, "You are right when you say you have no husband. The fact is, you have had five husbands, and the man you now have is not your husband. What you have just said is quite true."
This is a life-changing story, not just for the Samaritan woman but for all followers of Jesus. In it Jesus shows us how to love unloved people.
*One fell swoop to abolish racism*
Notice that Jesus took a walk through Samaria, something Jews never did because of violent separatism in the culture. As mentioned in chapter one, Samaritans were half-blooded people. The Assyrian invaders who had occupied Israel took wives and began producing mixed-race children. In response the Jews ostracized the half-breeds, believing they were only half-pure before God.
When Jesus took time out of his day to sit with someone of such an "impure" lineage, he brought attention to the absurdity of racism. When Jesus looked at people, he didn't see skin color or nationality or ethnic background. He saw their need for love. Check the New Testament, and you'll find that Jesus gave his time to all groups of people.
*One fell swoop to affirm women*
Jesus showed men how to love women, not in a sexual way but in a spiritual way—a practical way. In the New Testament culture of the Middle East, women were considered to be little more than servants to men. Jesus, by sitting and talking with a Samaritan woman, began validating women as equals of men.
His attitude was nothing short of revolutionary. From his friendship with Mary and Martha to his healing of Peter's mother-in-law to his first post-resurrection appearance, Jesus left no doubt that women were a central part of his ministry—and key figures in spreading his gospel.
*One fell swoop to advocate forgiveness*
The woman Jesus approached had been married five times. What's more, she was living with a man who wasn't her husband at all. Jesus certainly knew about her sin of adultery, but it didn't stop his relentless pursuit to help her in times of need. Jesus didn't judge her before she had the ability to choose truth. He saw her need and helped her reach the object of her desire.
**
Taken from "Love This!" by Andy Braner, copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Shrek the Third: Check out the website for this new movie. There are fun games and trivia.
~ Your Prom: Get ready for prom!
4. BIRTHDAYS
This week's 180 Birthday Wish goes out to Kelly Hurst! We wish you the best Kelly!
5. SCENE AROUND 180
Pastor Brian seemed pretty excited about the Beano at the Chili Cook-Off on Saturday. Can you blame him? That was some great chili!
Way to go Mitch Thornburg for winning the best "Thick and Meaty" chili! $1,635.60 was earned that night. Each Mexico team participant that was involved in the night earned $96.20 toward their Mexico cost. Great job team!6. FORGETTABLE FACT
Half of all the Americans over the age of 55 have no teeth.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Love means loving the unlovable—or it is no virtue at all."
- G.K. Chesterton
"There is a famine in America. Not a famine of food, but of love, of truth, of life."
- Mother Teresa
===========our|sponsor===========
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR...AND THEN SOME!
Accept the challenge to make a difference in your own world by loving the people who are often ignored or unloved by most of the Christian culture—the people who are homeless, homosexuals, elderly, your enemies, and more.
Learn more or purchase "Love This!" here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
There are three kinds of people: those who can count, and those who can't.
April 23, 2007
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Forgettable Fact
6. Potent Quotables
7. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Chili Cook-Off
Join us this Saturday, April 28, in the Minstry Center Great Room for some of the world's best chili and support our Mexico and Honduras mission teams. The cost is only $5 to get in and all proceeds go to support our summer missions. If you got a favorite chili recipe, cook it up and bring it with you. The dinner begins at 6:00. You won't want to miss it!
Calling all 8th graders and high schoolers! This Sunday, April 29, is the final day to register for our annual Beach Retreat. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80.
Download a brochure now to get all the details.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Aaron or Pastor Brian.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Junior High RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers you don't want to miss this one! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for the Junior High RIOT! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3
Download a flier and registration form now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Pastor Brian.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
Every now and then, the Bible will use some word-pictures or sayings to help us get a clearer picture of the truth God wants us to understand. They really do make a lot of sense, but sometimes at first glance, it's tough to figure out what they mean.
Here's one example: "You are the salt of the earth" (Matthew 5:13). Huh? What does that mean? Well, let's think about it: What do we know about salt? It's a mineral that adds flavor to things. Something bland like mashed potatoes suddenly becomes a bonanza of flavor for your taste buds when you add salt. Chances are, you like salted peanuts better than unsalted. How tasty would potato chips be without salt? Let's face it: Without salt the experience of eating would be a lot less exciting.
God wants his followers to be like salt. He wants us to be his seasoning to add flavor and excitement to the world around us. When we're added to the scene, things should be tastier (that's kinda weird, but you get the point). As Christ-followers, we should add some flavor to the world. The idea that church and Christianity are boring really doesn't make sense. God wants people to get a taste of the life he offers...a salty taste that leaves them wanting a little more.
The Bible also calls us "the light of the world" (verse 14). In a real way, people who don't know God are lost...kind of like when you're in the dark and can't find your way around. God wants us to shine brightly to our friends and family who don't know him.
When God's kids are salty, they add flavor to the world. When they let their light shine, they let others see God more clearly through them.
**
Taken from "My Faith" by Kurt Johnston and Mark Oestreicher, copyright 2007, Zondervan/Youth Specialties. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Planet Wisdom
A fantastic site for students
~ Alberta Beekeeping
Beekeepers, honey bees, beehives, and honey
4. BIRTHDAYS
This week we say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Johnny Roberts! We hope you have a great one Johnny!!
5. FORGETTABLE FACT
Offered a new pen to write with, 97% of all people will write their own name.
6. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Salt does not exist for itself; it cannot salt itself. Just so Christians do not exist for themselves alone, but in relation to the world."
~ Terrence Prendergast
"Begin today! No matter how feeble the light, let it shine as best it may. The world may need just that quality of light which you have."
~ Henry Blinn
===========our|sponsor===========
ENJOY THE SILENCE
It's not that you don't want to read the Bible, it's just that you may not know how. "Enjoy the Silence's" 30 guided exercises plug you into the ancient discipline of Lectio Divina. You'll read a selection of Scripture, get some prompts for meditation and a chance to listen to God, and then have some space to respond to what you've heard, and journal your thoughts.
Learn more or purchase Enjoy the Silence here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
7. PARTING SHOT
You cannot tell which way the train went by looking at the track.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Forgettable Fact
6. Potent Quotables
7. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Chili Cook-Off
Join us this Saturday, April 28, in the Minstry Center Great Room for some of the world's best chili and support our Mexico and Honduras mission teams. The cost is only $5 to get in and all proceeds go to support our summer missions. If you got a favorite chili recipe, cook it up and bring it with you. The dinner begins at 6:00. You won't want to miss it!
Be sure to bring your Beano!
HS Beach Retreat
Calling all 8th graders and high schoolers! This Sunday, April 29, is the final day to register for our annual Beach Retreat. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80.
Download a brochure now to get all the details.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Aaron or Pastor Brian.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Junior High RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers you don't want to miss this one! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for the Junior High RIOT! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3
Download a flier and registration form now or pick one up the next time you are with us.Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Pastor Brian.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
Every now and then, the Bible will use some word-pictures or sayings to help us get a clearer picture of the truth God wants us to understand. They really do make a lot of sense, but sometimes at first glance, it's tough to figure out what they mean.
Here's one example: "You are the salt of the earth" (Matthew 5:13). Huh? What does that mean? Well, let's think about it: What do we know about salt? It's a mineral that adds flavor to things. Something bland like mashed potatoes suddenly becomes a bonanza of flavor for your taste buds when you add salt. Chances are, you like salted peanuts better than unsalted. How tasty would potato chips be without salt? Let's face it: Without salt the experience of eating would be a lot less exciting.
God wants his followers to be like salt. He wants us to be his seasoning to add flavor and excitement to the world around us. When we're added to the scene, things should be tastier (that's kinda weird, but you get the point). As Christ-followers, we should add some flavor to the world. The idea that church and Christianity are boring really doesn't make sense. God wants people to get a taste of the life he offers...a salty taste that leaves them wanting a little more.
The Bible also calls us "the light of the world" (verse 14). In a real way, people who don't know God are lost...kind of like when you're in the dark and can't find your way around. God wants us to shine brightly to our friends and family who don't know him.
When God's kids are salty, they add flavor to the world. When they let their light shine, they let others see God more clearly through them.
**
Taken from "My Faith" by Kurt Johnston and Mark Oestreicher, copyright 2007, Zondervan/Youth Specialties. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SURF REPORT
~ Planet Wisdom
A fantastic site for students
~ Alberta Beekeeping
Beekeepers, honey bees, beehives, and honey
4. BIRTHDAYS
This week we say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Johnny Roberts! We hope you have a great one Johnny!!
5. FORGETTABLE FACT
Offered a new pen to write with, 97% of all people will write their own name.
6. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Salt does not exist for itself; it cannot salt itself. Just so Christians do not exist for themselves alone, but in relation to the world."
~ Terrence Prendergast
"Begin today! No matter how feeble the light, let it shine as best it may. The world may need just that quality of light which you have."
~ Henry Blinn
===========our|sponsor===========
ENJOY THE SILENCE
It's not that you don't want to read the Bible, it's just that you may not know how. "Enjoy the Silence's" 30 guided exercises plug you into the ancient discipline of Lectio Divina. You'll read a selection of Scripture, get some prompts for meditation and a chance to listen to God, and then have some space to respond to what you've heard, and journal your thoughts.
Learn more or purchase Enjoy the Silence here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
7. PARTING SHOT
You cannot tell which way the train went by looking at the track.
April 17, 2007
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Scene Around 180
4. Surf Report
5. Birthdays
6. Video of The Week
7. Forgettable Fact
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Guys Work Day
Hey MS and HS Guys, there is work to be done and your help is needed. This Saturday, April 21 join the men of our church to get a lot of needed work done to finish off our new parking lot. Join us for a day of planting and landscaping. We will meet at the church at 7:30 and work all day! Lunch is included!
HS Beach Retreat
What does miles of private beach, giant gunny sack slide, fun night games, engaging worship, great food, fun with friends, kayaking, and a great speaker (Marshall Snider) all have in common? Well yes, of course...the HS Beach Retreat!
The Beach Retreat is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80. If you are currently in 8th grade or in high school than this retreat is for you! Sunday, April 29 is the final day to register. Don't wait!
Download a brochure now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Aaron or Pastor Brian.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Junior High RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers you don't want to miss this one! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for the Junior High RIOT! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3
Download a flier and registration form now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Pastor Brian.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
Who Is God?
You probably believe in God; most people do. But even though most people believe in God, there's a good chance they don't really know who he is.
All through history, people have worshiped all sorts of gods. Many times they would create gods that fit what was happening in their lives. They might have had a god of the hunt to help out when they went hunting or a god of battle to help them when they fought a war. Not a bad idea...I could have used a "god of the kiss" to help out when I kissed a girl for the first time, but that's an entirely different story.
Although a custom-made god for various situations may seem pretty cool, it's not the way it is. The Bible makes it clear that there is one true God. Yep, one God who spoke the heavens into existence, created people out of dirt, and holds the world in his hand.
In the Bible, God says he is the "First and the Last...the Beginning and the End" (Revelation 22:13). In other words, God has always been and will always be...there is no beginning or end to God because, well, because he is the beginning and the end! Wow, think about that for a second...but not too long, or else your brain will start to hurt.
Here are a few other cool things about God: God knows everything, is everywhere at one time, is all-powerful, and is the source of all creation. But here's the best part: God wants a relationship with you and has a plan for your life! Imagine that...the all-knowing, all-powerful, everywhere-at-once God knows you and hopes you'll want to know him. How do you get to know God? By reading the Bible, by getting to know Jesus (Jesus is God in human form...God in a bod!), by talking to God in prayer, and stuff like that.
It takes faith to believe in the one true God. It isn't always a popular route to take. But even though we'll never know and understand everything about him, we can know that he's ready, willing, and able to be a part of our lives!
** Taken from "My Faith" by Kurt Johnston and Mark Oestreicher, copyright 2007, Zondervan/Youth Specialties. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SCENE AROUND 180
Lucas Munger had his saxophone in tow in Thursday night and busted out an impromptu jazz jam session with Aaron and AJ at the end of the night. Very cool!
Got a picture you have taken at a 180 gathering? Send to us! Email it to newsletter@180students.com.
4. SURF REPORT
~ EvanAlmighty.Com
Check out the trailer for the upcoming movie starring Steve Carell. You'll laugh a lot. Also check out the game and quiz on the site for some more fun!
~ What if Sports
The internet's foremost authority on simulation for MLB, NHL, MBA and college basketball
~ Evan Almighty Round Up
Round up the animals, two by two
5. BIRTHDAYS
We've got SIX birthdays this week! HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Tom Freitag, Brittnie Eberly, Michael Brown, Natasha Alexander, Alison Geist, & Kellie Koenig! We wish you all the VERY BEST!!
6. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Think before you post.
7. FORGETTABLE FACT
Most lipstick contains fish scales!
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"God is the perfect poet, Who in his person acts his own creations."
~ Robert Browning
"Jesus is God spelling Himself out in language that men can understand."
~ S.D. Gordon
===========our|sponsor===========
MY FAITH
If you're struggling to hold onto your faith, check out this book. You'll discover ways to really grasp your faith and keep hold of it. Funny stories from the authors, and other students just like you will help you feel less alone.
Learn more or purchase My Faith here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
9. PARTING SHOT
52% of all statistics are false.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Scene Around 180
4. Surf Report
5. Birthdays
6. Video of The Week
7. Forgettable Fact
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
Guys Work Day
Hey MS and HS Guys, there is work to be done and your help is needed. This Saturday, April 21 join the men of our church to get a lot of needed work done to finish off our new parking lot. Join us for a day of planting and landscaping. We will meet at the church at 7:30 and work all day! Lunch is included!
HS Beach Retreat
What does miles of private beach, giant gunny sack slide, fun night games, engaging worship, great food, fun with friends, kayaking, and a great speaker (Marshall Snider) all have in common? Well yes, of course...the HS Beach Retreat!The Beach Retreat is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80. If you are currently in 8th grade or in high school than this retreat is for you! Sunday, April 29 is the final day to register. Don't wait!
Download a brochure now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Aaron or Pastor Brian.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Junior High RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers you don't want to miss this one! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for the Junior High RIOT! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3
Download a flier and registration form now or pick one up the next time you are with us.Please do not let money stand in the way you joining us. If finances are tight, please talk to Pastor Brian.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
Who Is God?
You probably believe in God; most people do. But even though most people believe in God, there's a good chance they don't really know who he is.
All through history, people have worshiped all sorts of gods. Many times they would create gods that fit what was happening in their lives. They might have had a god of the hunt to help out when they went hunting or a god of battle to help them when they fought a war. Not a bad idea...I could have used a "god of the kiss" to help out when I kissed a girl for the first time, but that's an entirely different story.
Although a custom-made god for various situations may seem pretty cool, it's not the way it is. The Bible makes it clear that there is one true God. Yep, one God who spoke the heavens into existence, created people out of dirt, and holds the world in his hand.
In the Bible, God says he is the "First and the Last...the Beginning and the End" (Revelation 22:13). In other words, God has always been and will always be...there is no beginning or end to God because, well, because he is the beginning and the end! Wow, think about that for a second...but not too long, or else your brain will start to hurt.
Here are a few other cool things about God: God knows everything, is everywhere at one time, is all-powerful, and is the source of all creation. But here's the best part: God wants a relationship with you and has a plan for your life! Imagine that...the all-knowing, all-powerful, everywhere-at-once God knows you and hopes you'll want to know him. How do you get to know God? By reading the Bible, by getting to know Jesus (Jesus is God in human form...God in a bod!), by talking to God in prayer, and stuff like that.
It takes faith to believe in the one true God. It isn't always a popular route to take. But even though we'll never know and understand everything about him, we can know that he's ready, willing, and able to be a part of our lives!
** Taken from "My Faith" by Kurt Johnston and Mark Oestreicher, copyright 2007, Zondervan/Youth Specialties. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SCENE AROUND 180
Lucas Munger had his saxophone in tow in Thursday night and busted out an impromptu jazz jam session with Aaron and AJ at the end of the night. Very cool!
Got a picture you have taken at a 180 gathering? Send to us! Email it to newsletter@180students.com.4. SURF REPORT
~ EvanAlmighty.Com
Check out the trailer for the upcoming movie starring Steve Carell. You'll laugh a lot. Also check out the game and quiz on the site for some more fun!
~ What if Sports
The internet's foremost authority on simulation for MLB, NHL, MBA and college basketball
~ Evan Almighty Round Up
Round up the animals, two by two
5. BIRTHDAYS
We've got SIX birthdays this week! HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Tom Freitag, Brittnie Eberly, Michael Brown, Natasha Alexander, Alison Geist, & Kellie Koenig! We wish you all the VERY BEST!!
6. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Think before you post.
7. FORGETTABLE FACT
Most lipstick contains fish scales!
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"God is the perfect poet, Who in his person acts his own creations."
~ Robert Browning
"Jesus is God spelling Himself out in language that men can understand."
~ S.D. Gordon
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MY FAITH
If you're struggling to hold onto your faith, check out this book. You'll discover ways to really grasp your faith and keep hold of it. Funny stories from the authors, and other students just like you will help you feel less alone.
Learn more or purchase My Faith here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
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9. PARTING SHOT
52% of all statistics are false.
April 9, 2007
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Scene Around 180
4. Surf Report
5. Video of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
HS Beach Retreat
What does miles of private beach, giant gunny sack slide, fun night games, engaging worship, great food, fun with friends, kayaking, and a great speaker (Marshall Snider) all have in common? Well yes, of course...the HS Beach Retreat!
The Beach Retreat is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80. If you are currently in 8th grade or in high school than this retreat is for you! Sunday, April 29 is the final day to register. Don't wait!
Download a brochure now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Junior High RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers the Junior High RIOT is coming! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for 24 hours of amazing fun! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3
Download a flier and registration form now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
Guys Work Day
Calling all MS and HS Guys! There is work to be done and your help is needed. On Saturday, April 21 the we will be joining the men of our church to get a lot of needed work done to finish off our new parking lot. Join us for a day of planting and landscaping. We will meet at the church at 7:30 and work all day! Lunch is included!
Please let us know by This Sunday, April 15, if you plan to join us. Email us now to let us know.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
All through the Bible we read about people who missed out on things that could have been the most amazing experiences of their lives:
* The disciples who sat in the boat watching while Peter jumped out and walked on the water toward Jesus.
* The Hebrew fighting men who wouldn't battle Goliath and instead watched as a little kid named David killed him.
* Demas, Paul's disciple, who left Paul because his priorities were all jacked.
And so many more!
Here's the question you need to ask yourself: What kind of life do I want to have? And if your choices are A) an amazing life full of excitement, adventure, meaning, and satisfaction, or B) a wimpy, boring, super-dull life that's pretty much a waste of oxygen, uh, we're confident you'd pick the first one. Please...you did, right? Okay, good.
Here's how it works: The only way to really experience the best life (that doesn't mean the easiest life, by the way), is to live completely for Jesus. Remember--Jesus invented us! Since he knows us better than anyone else--even better than we know ourselves--he's the only one who really knows what "the best life" really looks like for us.
So if you play it safe and only look out for yourself, or if you don't trust God and live the way he tells us to live, you're robbing yourself of the best life possible. And that's pretty stupid, isn't it?
Here's a faith survival tip: Don't just play around at being a Jesus-follower. Choose to be courageous in living the life Jesus wants for you!
** Taken from "My Faith" by Kurt Johnston and Mark Oestreicher, copyright 2007, Zondervan/Youth Specialties. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SCENE AROUND 180
This week's Scene Around 180 is really more like 180 Scene Around Town. These pictures of Cole Johnson and Justin Kau servin' up some mean looking tennis were seen in last week's Tigard Times. Lookin' good guys!
4. SURF REPORT
~ Out to Lunch TV
A video podcast for students
~ Draw me something
Draw pictures online
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Not sure what this video has to do with the song, but it's a great David Crowder song and an entertaining animation to watch!
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
A stopped clock is right twice a day.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Christ must be the light that shines through you, and the people looking at you must see only Jesus. You have a challenge from Jesus to meet: He has shed the light, and you will take His light and lighten every heart you meet."
~ Mother Teresa
"You're not ready to live until you are ready to die."
~ Chuck Swindoll
"It's never too late to be who you might have been."
~ George Eliot
===========our|sponsor===========
MY FAITH
Life and faith can be hard. But this book gives you all the tips and secrets you need to really grasp your faith and keep hold of it. "My Faith" is filled with quick and easy-to-read lessons along with funny stories from the authors. Plus there are quotes and questions from other students just like you.
Learn more or purchase My Faith here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
If a word is misspelled in the dictionary, how would we ever know?
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Scene Around 180
4. Surf Report
5. Video of The Week
6. Forgettable Fact
7. Potent Quotables
8. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
HS Beach Retreat
What does miles of private beach, giant gunny sack slide, fun night games, engaging worship, great food, fun with friends, kayaking, and a great speaker (Marshall Snider) all have in common? Well yes, of course...the HS Beach Retreat!
The Beach Retreat is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80. If you are currently in 8th grade or in high school than this retreat is for you! Sunday, April 29 is the final day to register. Don't wait!
Download a brochure now or pick one up the next time you are with us.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Junior High RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers the Junior High RIOT is coming! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for 24 hours of amazing fun! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3
Download a flier and registration form now or pick one up the next time you are with us.Here are the pictures from last year. Great time!
Guys Work Day
Calling all MS and HS Guys! There is work to be done and your help is needed. On Saturday, April 21 the we will be joining the men of our church to get a lot of needed work done to finish off our new parking lot. Join us for a day of planting and landscaping. We will meet at the church at 7:30 and work all day! Lunch is included!
Please let us know by This Sunday, April 15, if you plan to join us. Email us now to let us know.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
All through the Bible we read about people who missed out on things that could have been the most amazing experiences of their lives:
* The disciples who sat in the boat watching while Peter jumped out and walked on the water toward Jesus.
* The Hebrew fighting men who wouldn't battle Goliath and instead watched as a little kid named David killed him.
* Demas, Paul's disciple, who left Paul because his priorities were all jacked.
And so many more!
Here's the question you need to ask yourself: What kind of life do I want to have? And if your choices are A) an amazing life full of excitement, adventure, meaning, and satisfaction, or B) a wimpy, boring, super-dull life that's pretty much a waste of oxygen, uh, we're confident you'd pick the first one. Please...you did, right? Okay, good.
Here's how it works: The only way to really experience the best life (that doesn't mean the easiest life, by the way), is to live completely for Jesus. Remember--Jesus invented us! Since he knows us better than anyone else--even better than we know ourselves--he's the only one who really knows what "the best life" really looks like for us.
So if you play it safe and only look out for yourself, or if you don't trust God and live the way he tells us to live, you're robbing yourself of the best life possible. And that's pretty stupid, isn't it?
Here's a faith survival tip: Don't just play around at being a Jesus-follower. Choose to be courageous in living the life Jesus wants for you!
** Taken from "My Faith" by Kurt Johnston and Mark Oestreicher, copyright 2007, Zondervan/Youth Specialties. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SCENE AROUND 180
This week's Scene Around 180 is really more like 180 Scene Around Town. These pictures of Cole Johnson and Justin Kau servin' up some mean looking tennis were seen in last week's Tigard Times. Lookin' good guys!
4. SURF REPORT
~ Out to Lunch TV
A video podcast for students
~ Draw me something
Draw pictures online
5. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Not sure what this video has to do with the song, but it's a great David Crowder song and an entertaining animation to watch!
6. FORGETTABLE FACT
A stopped clock is right twice a day.
7. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Christ must be the light that shines through you, and the people looking at you must see only Jesus. You have a challenge from Jesus to meet: He has shed the light, and you will take His light and lighten every heart you meet."
~ Mother Teresa
"You're not ready to live until you are ready to die."
~ Chuck Swindoll
"It's never too late to be who you might have been."
~ George Eliot
===========our|sponsor===========
MY FAITH
Life and faith can be hard. But this book gives you all the tips and secrets you need to really grasp your faith and keep hold of it. "My Faith" is filled with quick and easy-to-read lessons along with funny stories from the authors. Plus there are quotes and questions from other students just like you.
Learn more or purchase My Faith here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
8. PARTING SHOT
If a word is misspelled in the dictionary, how would we ever know?
April 2, 2007
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Forgettable Fact
6. Potent Quotables
7. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
HS Beach Retreat
What does miles of private beach, giant gunny sack slide, fun night games, engaging worship, great food, fun with friends, kayaking, and a great speaker (Marshall Snider) all have in common? Well yes, of course...the HS Beach Retreat!
The Beach Retreat is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80. Watch for the brochure this week.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Guys Work Day
Calling all MS and HS Guys! There is work to be done and your help is needed. On Saturday, April 21 the we will be joining the men of our church to get a lot of needed work done to finish off our new parking lot. Join us for a day of planting and landscaping. We will meet at the church at 7:30 and work all day! Lunch is included!
JH RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers the Junior High RIOT is coming! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for 24 hours of amazing fun! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3. Watch this space for more details!
Here are the pictures from last year.
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
LISTENING
John 13:1-5, 23
It was just before the Passover Feast. Jesus knew that the time had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he now showed them the full extent of his love. The evening meal was being served, and the devil had already prompted Judas Iscariot, son of Simon, to betray Jesus. Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples' feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.... One of them, the disciple whom Jesus loved, was reclining next to him.
MEDITATION
Imagine you're present at the Last Supper. The meal is over, and Jesus leans back to recline near the table, as was the custom of that time. He's among his disciples, people with whom he's shared three powerful, challenging years. They've all been through much together. Yet Jesus knows much is still yet to come. Imagine what the scene must have looked like.
Now imagine Jesus asks you to join him. What are you feeling as he calls you to him? Are you thrilled? Nervous? Fearful? Contented? Do you feel safe or vulnerable--or perhaps a combination of both? Pay attention to your response and your emotions. Take a moment to figure them out. Then imagine Jesus invites you to lay your head on his chest. He's inviting you to listen to the very heartbeat of God. What's your response? As you listen, what do you hear?
[Spend about 15-20 minutes in silence.]
**
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
~ CCM Place
The place for Christian music news
~ Anointed Youth
A place to learn more about God, make friends, and more.
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got 3 this week. We wish Kevin Cortez, Elise & Nick Duskin a VERY HAPPY Birthday this week! "This is your birthday song, it isn't very long...HEY!!
5. FORGETTABLE FACT
Originally, Nintendo was a playing card manufacturer.
6. POTENT QUOTABLES
"The golden rule for understanding in spiritual matters is not intellect, but obedience."
~ Oswald Chambers
"Expecting something for nothing is the most popular form of hope." ~ Arnold Glasow
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IS THE BIBLE SPEAKING TO YOU?
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.
Learn more or purchase Enjoy the Silence here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
7. PARTING SHOT
Time flies when you don't know what you're doing...
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Surf Report
4. Birthdays
5. Forgettable Fact
6. Potent Quotables
7. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
HS Beach Retreat
What does miles of private beach, giant gunny sack slide, fun night games, engaging worship, great food, fun with friends, kayaking, and a great speaker (Marshall Snider) all have in common? Well yes, of course...the HS Beach Retreat!
The Beach Retreat is quickly approaching. This year it will be held on May 4-6, and will be, like always, at Winema Christian Camp. The cost for this year's retreat is $80. Watch for the brochure this week.
See pictures of last year's retreat here.
Guys Work Day
Calling all MS and HS Guys! There is work to be done and your help is needed. On Saturday, April 21 the we will be joining the men of our church to get a lot of needed work done to finish off our new parking lot. Join us for a day of planting and landscaping. We will meet at the church at 7:30 and work all day! Lunch is included!
JH RIOT
Hey Middle Schoolers the Junior High RIOT is coming! On the weekend of May 18-19 we are heading down to Corban College in Salem for 24 hours of amazing fun! The cost is only $55 and due by May 3. Watch this space for more details!
Here are the pictures from last year.2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
LISTENING
John 13:1-5, 23
It was just before the Passover Feast. Jesus knew that the time had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he now showed them the full extent of his love. The evening meal was being served, and the devil had already prompted Judas Iscariot, son of Simon, to betray Jesus. Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power, and that he had come from God and was returning to God; so he got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples' feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him.... One of them, the disciple whom Jesus loved, was reclining next to him.
MEDITATION
Imagine you're present at the Last Supper. The meal is over, and Jesus leans back to recline near the table, as was the custom of that time. He's among his disciples, people with whom he's shared three powerful, challenging years. They've all been through much together. Yet Jesus knows much is still yet to come. Imagine what the scene must have looked like.
Now imagine Jesus asks you to join him. What are you feeling as he calls you to him? Are you thrilled? Nervous? Fearful? Contented? Do you feel safe or vulnerable--or perhaps a combination of both? Pay attention to your response and your emotions. Take a moment to figure them out. Then imagine Jesus invites you to lay your head on his chest. He's inviting you to listen to the very heartbeat of God. What's your response? As you listen, what do you hear?
[Spend about 15-20 minutes in silence.]
**
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
~ CCM Place
The place for Christian music news
~ Anointed Youth
A place to learn more about God, make friends, and more.
4. BIRTHDAYS
We've got 3 this week. We wish Kevin Cortez, Elise & Nick Duskin a VERY HAPPY Birthday this week! "This is your birthday song, it isn't very long...HEY!!
5. FORGETTABLE FACT
Originally, Nintendo was a playing card manufacturer.
6. POTENT QUOTABLES
"The golden rule for understanding in spiritual matters is not intellect, but obedience."
~ Oswald Chambers
"Expecting something for nothing is the most popular form of hope." ~ Arnold Glasow
===========our|sponsor===========
IS THE BIBLE SPEAKING TO YOU?
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.
Learn more or purchase Enjoy the Silence here.
Also available in your local Christian bookstore.
=================================
7. PARTING SHOT
Time flies when you don't know what you're doing...
