January-May, 2013

This semester at UNITE we are continuing to explore our place in Gods Story. Have you been keeping up with the them? Im not too big on New Years Resolutions, but I do readings? Dont worry if you havent - this is a chance for a appreciate the beginning of the year because it offers us a new beginning. Starting January 9, we are going to be starting chance for a mental refresh. It doesnt matter what happened fresh, a new semester, and discovering our place in The Story. last year, because this is a whole new year. A chance for a fresh Come join us! We have a lot of opportunities for you to start, a new beginning. get involved this semester. Be sure to check out the calendar so When you stop and think about it, though, isnt that you dont miss out on your opportunity for a new beginning! what we are offered each day as Christians? God offers us a fresh start not only each new year, but each and every day. & We are not defined by what happened last year, last week, or yesterday, because today is a new day.

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New Beginnings

night for dinner, worship, and Bible study as we will experience The Story. It is the most compelling story of all time: the story of the one true God who loves all of us! It is the story of the God who speaks; the God who acts; the God who listens; the God whose love for us culminated in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ! This same God is alive and active today, listening, acting, pouring out grace and mercy on each of us! Gods grace extends to our daily foibles; our ups, downs, and most important, our response to Gods call on our lives. We are a part of the story! And this year, through compelling music, engaging worship, in depth discussions, and intentionally reading the story from Genesis to Revelation, we will find our story in Gods story! Cost for dinner is $3.50 per week, or $50 for the semester. For a family of 4 or more (children, youth, & adults) you can pay a family price of $180 for the semester. Youth schedule: 5:30 - Girls Ensemble 6:30 - Worship 8:00 - Done! 5:45 - Dinner 7:15 - Small Group Bible Study

Join us every Wednesday

The Story Challenge: Although not necessary for the study, we are encouraging each of our students to purchase their own copy of The Story teen edition written by Max Lucado and take the challenge to read a chapter each week! Taking this challenge will not only have you reading a condensed version of the entire bible from Genesis to Revelation, but will also heighten the overall experience and give deeper meaning to The Story and your place within it! We will have the books available for purchase for a discounted price of $10.00 each. To find out more about this study and to take the challenge go to: www.fccedmond.org/thestory We will meet: January 9, 16, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13, 27 April 3, 10, 17, 24 (24th is Senior & Party Night)

Free Senior Lunch!

Hey Seniors! Did you know that there is a FREE lunch just for you offered every Wednesday? It is at First Presbyterian Church, located at 9th and Rankin (across from Central Middle School). We have been asked to spread the word to our students about this opportunity, so here is your invitation!

Pizza @ Your Place

School is back in session, which means FREE pizza for our High School Students! Each Thursday we will be at a school hoping to have lunch with you! Watch the schedule so you know when we are at your school. January 17 January 24 January 31 February 7 February 14 February 21 February 28 March 7 March 14 March 28 April 4 April 11 April 18 April 25 May 2 Memorial Freshman Academy (F.A.) North Freshman Academy (F.A.) Santa Fe Freshman Academy (F.A.) Memorial North Santa Fe Memorial F.A. North F.A. Santa Fe F.A. Memorial North Santa Fe Memorial F.A. North F.A. Santa Fe F.A.

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FCCE Youth Calendar

January Events
Wednesday, January 9 Unite Begins Sunday, January 13, 4:30-6:30 pm Bowling This is our kick-off event for 2013 and is a family event. Bring your brothers, sisters, and most importantly your parents! We will have information about upcoming youth activities for the spring semester and how YOU can get involved! We will meet at AMF Boulevard Lanes at 3501 South Blvd. at 4:30 p.m. Only $7/person covers your shoe rental and 2 hours of UNLIMITED bowling! Sunday, January 20, 3:30-6:30 pm City Rescue Mission We will be serving dinner at the Oklahoma City Rescue Mission, answering the call to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world. Meet at the church at 3:30 p.m. We will be back by 6:30 p.m. Sunday, January 27, 4:30-6:30 pm Movie Night Join us in the youth room for some fellowship and fun as we watch a movie on the 10 foot wide screen. Bring a snack to share, sit back, relax, and enjoy the movie!

March Events
Sunday, March 3, 1:00-5:00 pm World Vision Dodgeball Tournament Register your team and help us raise money for our World Vision Child Sponsorship. Cost is $5 per person, and you can have a team of 6-8 players, or you can register as an individual and be placed on a team. This will be a round robin tournament, and will be held in the Family Life Center from 1-5 p.m. Register at: www.fccedmond.org/dodgeball by Sunday, February 24. Sunday, March 10, 12:15-1:45 pm 2nd Sunday Its the second Sunday of the month, so join us for lunch, activities, and student-led faith building conversations. It will be a great opportunity for you to not only get a free lunch, but also build strong relationships with one another while walking the faith journey together. Meet in the Family Life Center at 12:15 p.m. Sunday, March 17 Spring Break No Youth Activity Sunday, March 24 Palm Sunday No Youth Activity Sunday, March 31 Easter Sunday No Youth Activity

April Events
Sunday, April 7, 4:30-6:30 pm Volleyball Join us in the Family Life Center for a fun filled afternoon of volleyball! Sunday, April 14, 12:15-1:45 pm 2nd Sunday Its the second Sunday of the month, so join us for lunch, activities, and student-led faith building conversations. It will be a great opportunity for you to not only get a free lunch, but also build strong relationships with one another while walking the faith journey together. Meet in the Family Life Center at 12:15 p.m. Sundays, April 21 & 28, 4:30-6:30 pm Youth Sunday Rehearsals Youth Sunday is May 5, and we need your help! Join us in the Sanctuary as we prepare to lead worship on Sunday, May 5. All youth are highly encouraged to be a part of this wonderful worship experience.

February Events
Sunday, February 3, 8:00 am-1:00 pm Super Bowl Subs Fundraiser Today is our Super Bowl Sub Sandwich Sale! Come help us make submarine sandwiches in the kitchen and do your part to support this student ministry fundraiser. We will also need youth to hand out and sell extra sandwiches in the Fellowship Hall. Then come back at 5:30 p.m. for our own Super Bowl celebration in the Family Life Center and Youth Room! Bring a snack to share. We will conclude when the game is over, and you can get picked up earlier if needed. Sunday, February 10, 12:15-1:45 pm 2nd Sunday We are continuing our 2nd Sundays this semester. It will take place each month on the second Sunday and will include lunch, activities, and student-led faith building conversations. It will be a great opportunity for you to not only get a free lunch, but also build strong relationships with one another while walking the faith journey together. Meet in the Family Life Center at 12:15 p.m. and we will finish up by 1:45 p.m. Sunday, February 17, 4:30-6:30 pm Scavenger Hunt We are going to test your knowledge of how well you know the building right here at FCC. Meet at 4:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center and we will divide up into teams for a local scavenger hunt. Sunday, February 24, 4:30-6:30 pm Youth Sunday Planning Youth Sunday is May 5 and we need your help! Meet in the youth room at 4:30 with your creative ideas of how to make this, your opportunity to lead worship, a great and inspiring service. Sunday, Feb. 24: Dodgeball Tournament Registration Deadline!

May Events
Sunday, May 5 Youth Sunday Youth will lead the 9:00 and 11:00 worship services. More details to TBA. Saturday, May 11, 9:00 am-2:00 pm Annual Youth Garage Sale This is our annual youth garage sale which benefits the summer mission trips and all other youth activities. We will start collecting items the week prior to the sale. More information will be sent out closer to this date but in the meantime - be on the lookout for items to save! Sunday, May 12, 12:15-1:45 pm 2nd Sunday Its the second Sunday of the month, so join us for lunch, activities, and student-led faith building conversations. It will be a great opportunity for you to not only get a free lunch, but also build strong relationships with one another while walking the faith journey together. Meet in the Family Life Center at 12:15 p.m. Sunday, May 12: Rocktown Registration Deadline! Sunday, May 19, 12:30-5:30 pm Rocktown Climbing Gym Come spend the day doing some rock climbing. Cost is $15.00 per person. We will meet at the church at 12:30 p.m. and return by 5:30 p.m. Register at www.fccedmond.org/rocktown by Sunday, May 12. Sunday, May 26 Memorial Weekend No Youth Activity