14 15 Handbook

Countryside Student
Ministries
Developing Fully Devoted LifeLong Followers of
Christ.

2014-2015
MINISTRY PLAN
The Vision
To see students who come through this ministry become Fully Devoted, Life Long
Followers of Christ.

The Mission
Countryside Student Ministries exist to Expose students to the extravagant love of God,
Connecting them with other followers of Christ, to Equip them as they Discover their
place in Gods story, so that they Celebrate God with their life.

Expose:
Expose is our word for Evangelism, which can be defined as sharing the good
news of Jesus Christ with those who do not yet have a personal relationship with him.
Evangelism isnt a program but rather a processa process of a person modeling his/
her transformed life to someone in need of Gods transformational grace.
As students grow in their faith they must learn that evangelism is not only their
responsibility as believers, but it is also their privilege. So we want our students to take
some personal responsibility for evangelism and live their lives with eyes that are
searching and hearts that are beating with compassion for their lost friends.
We believe that there are 3 important elements that will help us accomplish this
purpose:
1. Develop an Evangelistic attitude.
a. Expressing the purpose of evangelism requires a unified evangelistic attitude in
which those involved understand the difficulty of evangelism yet push ahead
compelled by the biblical conviction to reach the lost. Evangelism for us is a non-
negotiable; we know its tough, but we are going to do it anyway. Growth wont
happen because of an evangelistic program, but will happen because of
evangelistic students and adults working together to see the lost be found by
God.
2. Challenge Students to become Evangelistic.
a. We dont expect all of our students to be Evangelists, but we do expect
them to be evangelistic; to shine bright and develop a heart for their lost
friends, pray for them, and bring them to the appropriate student ministry
programs.
b. The Challenge is this:
i. We are going to grow. Not because we want to be the largest, but
because we are compelled to do what Christ asked us to do, fulfill
the Great Commission. If we take seriously the command of
evangelism, we will grow.
ii. We will not become a Holy Huddle.
iii. This program is not for you. If we make the effort to design and
evangelistic program, our regular students need to know that this
program is intended to reach and they have a responsibility to invite
and bring lost friends.
3. A worship service that our students are proud to bring their friends to.

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COUNTRYSIDE Student Ministries
Countryside Church of the Nazarene
Pastor Justin Staten
jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Revised 8/26/2014
MINISTRY PLAN

Connect:
Connect is our word for Fellowship. We believe that true fellowship happens
when students are known, cared for, held accountable, and encouraged in their spiritual
journey. The most substantial and measurable spiritual growth happens among students
who have trustworthy, accountable, and healthy relationships with adult leaders and
other students.

Equip:
Equip is our word for Discipleship. Discipleship can be defined as the building up
or strengthening of believers in their quest to become like Christ. This is a lifelong
process that God uses to bring us to maturity in Christ.
Weve seen the staggering statistics of the number of students who leave the
church and their faith when they graduate high school. We believe it is because we
taught them to depend on programs and entertainment, and when they graduated we
stopped doing those things for them.
If we want our students to become lifelong followers then we need to give them
the tools to help them accomplish that goal. There are 6 Habits that we feel are vital for
students to be lifelong followers of Christ:
1. Consistent time with God through prayer and Bible reading
2. Accountable relationships with other Christians
3. Commitment to the body of Christ and our church. (not just the student ministry)
4. Understand and participate in giving/tithing
5. Memorize scripture
6. Study the Bible on their own beyond just reading
We believe if we can help our students develop these 6 spiritual habits, then we can
begin to put an end to this trend of losing our students to the world post graduation.

Discover:
Discover is our word for ministry, which can be simply defined as meeting needs
with love. We feel that a healthy student ministry will constantly encourage students to
discover their gifts and put them into practice through ministry and mission
opportunities.
Students are not the future church. They are the present church. The more we
teach students about service the more open to the concept of ministry they will be.
Students at all levels of commitment can fulfill the purpose of ministry. Some will plug
right into existing ministries and others will see a need and create their own.
Someone once said, A life of observation is wasted, but a life of participation in
the work of the Kingdom is the reason we are born. So we need to help students
discover their gifts and express them through serving in ministry.

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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Revised 8/26/2014
MINISTRY PLAN

Celebrate:
Celebrate is our word for worship. Worship is celebrating Gods presence and
honoring Him with our lives. Worship is expressed through praying, hearing Gods word,
giving, baptizing, meditating, and communion.
We attempt to fulfill the purpose of worship by communicating our love to God
through praying, singing, giving, testifying, thanking, and listing to Gods word in our
services.

Weekly Schedule
Sunday:
9:15 amJr High & Sr High Sunday School
10:40 amWorship with the Body

Sunday Night:
6:00-8:00 pmStudent Take Over Worship Service

o 6-6:45CSM Cafe & Connect Options
o 6:45-7Pre-Service Game
o 7:00-8Worship & word

Wednesdays
7:00-8:00Small Groups

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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Revised 8/26/2014
INVOLVEMENT GUIDE LINES
The Following are Guidelines and Expectations for all youth participating in
COUNTRYSIDE Student Ministries:

" The age level for COUNTRYSIDE Student Ministries is 12-18 years of age. This
covers the 7
th
-12
th
grade. A teen may enter into COUNTRYSIDE Student
Ministries on the promotion Sunday following their entry into the 7
th
grade. All
students 18 years of age will move into college age ministries on the promotion
Sunday following their Senior summer.

" The Following are not permitted: tobacco, alcohol, drugs, or prescription drugs
(unless designated for medical use by a Guardian), weapons of any kind (knives,
guns, etc.)

" Students are to dress appropriately at all times according to the following
standards:
" Girls are not to wear halter tops or tube tops of any kind.
" No Muscle Shirts.
" Shorts must be worn at an appropriate length. Finger tips as a general rule
to follow (No Sophie Shorts).
" Bathing suits must be modest. (Tankinies and one pieces)

" Guys must wear shirts at all time except when swimming
" No Muscle Shirts.
" Pants must be worn at the waist, and holes in inappropriate places are not
allowed.

" Student Ministries Staff has the right to question clothing that we feel is not
appropriate.

" Students are to conduct themselves appropriately at all times according to the
following standards:
" There will be no PDA (public displays of affection) between students. This
is for all people, whether you are dating a person or not. PDA includes but
is not limited to kissing, hugging, sitting on laps, and laying on each other. It
is simply not appropriate. Please be respectful to others.
" Our goal is to create a physically and emotionally safe place for any and all
students who wish to come. Therefore we will not tolerate: Gossiping,
Cursing, Inappropriate conversation, Hitting, and Disrespect for Student
Ministries staff or other students.
" Disrespect of any kind will not be tolerated. God has placed the leaders
and volunteers here to help you in your faith journey, and so we expect that
you treat them with respect and dignity.
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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Revised 8/26/2014
" If you have a bad attitude, keep it to yourself. Negativity is contagious. (By
the way so is positivity.)

" No secular music (unless we allow it in specific instances), questionable
magazines or books, etc. We are attempting to create a distraction-free
environment during your time with us in which you can hear the voice of God as
He tries to work in your life. If you are bringing these things we will keep them
for you and return them at the conclusion of the event.

" During Student Ministry trips and special events, we limit the use of cd/mp3
players, personal radios, and game boys to bedtimes when you are trying to go
to sleep. These things separate students into their own little world, and they get
in the way of group unity. Music will be provided at all times. (Note: There may be
occasions when we relax a portion of these rules due to lengthened periods of
travel.)

" In the same vain, during Student ministry trips, events, and all worship services
cell-phone usage will be limited to conversations with parents and other
necessary calls. This includes texting. Any violation will result in having your
phone taken until the end of the occasion.

" If on an overnight even, girls and guys are to stay in their designated areas after
bedtime. Under no circumstance will a member of the opposite sex be allowed in
the other's sleeping area.

" While traveling on the van or other vehicles Seat belts must be worn @ all times.
This means that there will be no standing or changing seats while in motion.

" Also while traveling you must ride home on the same vehicle that you rode to the
event or trip on and throughout the trip as well.
Youth Accounts and Fundraising
" If you wish to have money go into your account you MUST work the fundraiser.
" In order to work the fundraiser Students must sign up (Do not show up expecting
to work if you have not signed up).
" All trips and events must be paid in full before the departure date.
" Upon promotion into the College and Career group any left over money from
fundraisers will go into the In & Out Supplies line item of the NYI account to help
offset budgetary needs.
" Along the same line if you decide that you will no longer be attending
Countryside Church of the Nazarene and COUNTRYSIDE Student Ministries the
same action will be taken with any left over fundraiser money in your account. If
at any time you choose to return a new account will be started for you.
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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Revised 8/26/2014
" Accounts can be transferred to siblings upon graduation from COUNTRYSIDE
Student Ministries, given the sibling is currently in the Student Ministry or moving
up in the following year.
" Accounts can be used for other church sponsored events and activities, but a
request from must be submitted in order to acquire the funds.
" There will be no use of account money for spending money on any trips. Any
spending money one wishes to have must be brought with you.
" These accounts are set up to help you earn and save money to offset the cost of
trips and events throughout the year. Please be mindful of up coming events and
plan accordingly.

It is not our intention at COUNTRYSIDE Student Ministries to be rules-driven.
However, we are here to create a safe place for students to come, help our Christian
Students become more like Christ and our non-Christian Students accept Christ as
their Lord and Savior and move them toward discipleship. Our church represents, for
those who do not know Him, Christ, and when students are with us, it is our
responsibility to point them towards what Christ would want for them. Therefore we
have put these guidelines in place in order that we may provide the best place that
we can for students to come and feel safe as they pursue their search for the Living
God. If a student fails to comply with these guidelines, the process is as follows (per
event):
!"Incident #1: the event director will speak with the student and remind
him/her of the guidelines, and a plan will be made to comply.
#"Incident #2: if the behavior persists, the students parents will be called to
discuss the issue.
$"Incident #3: if the previous efforts fail, the student will be sent home at
the expense of his/her parentno questions; no compromise.

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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Revised 8/26/2014
Effective dates: 08/27/2014 to 08/27/2015
MEDICAL INFO/RELEASE
& PERMISSION FORM
Please Print In Blue/Black Ink

Name:________________________________________________________________
LAST FIRST MIDDLE

Age: ____ Birthday: ________ Year in school:_________________________________

Male Female E-mail:_______________________________________________

Address:_______________________________________________________________

City:__________________________ State: ______ Zip: _______________________

Phone: (___)________________ Cell: (___)_________________________

Medical insurance company: ______________________________________________

Policy #: ______________________________________________________________

Mothers name: _________________________________________________________

Phone: Home: (___)__________________ Work: (___)_________________________

Fathers name: ________________________________________________________

Phone: Home: (___)_______________ Work: (___)_____________________________

Emergency contact:______________________________________________________

Phone: Home: (___)_______________ Work: (___)_____________________________

Physician: _____________________________________________________________

Office phone: ____________________________________

Dentist: _______________________________________________________________

Office phone: ____________________________________

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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Updated 8/26/2014
& PERMISSION FORM
Medical History
If necessary, describe in detail the nature and severity of any physical and/or
psychological ailment, illness, propensity, weakness, limitation, handicap, disability, or
condition to which your student is subject and of which the staff should be aware, and
what, if any action of protection is required on account thereof. Submit this notification in
writing and attach it to this form. Include names of medications and dosages that must
be taken.

Check the following areas of concern for this student. If necessary, add another
page with details:

1. For your students safety and our knowledge, is your student a!
good swimmer fair swimmer non-swimmer

2. Does your student have allergies to!
pollens medications food insect bites

If so, please list which ones:
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
____________

3. Does your student suffer from or has he/she ever experienced, or is being treated
currently for any of the following:
asthma epilepsy/seizure disorder heart trouble
frequently upset stomach diabetes physical handicap

4. Date of last tetanus shot: ______________________________

5. Does your student wear
glasses contact lenses

6. Please list and explain any major illnesses the student experienced during the last
year:
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
________________________________
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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Updated 8/26/2014
& PERMISSION FORM
Additional comments:
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
_________

Should this students activities be restricted for any reason? Please explain:
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________

For your information, we expect each student to conform to these rules of
conduct
-No possession or use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco.
-No students can drive.
-No fighting, weapons, fireworks, lighters, or explosives.
-No offensive or immodest clothing.
-No boys in girls sleeping quarters and no girls in boys sleeping quarters.
-Participation with the group is expected.
-Respect property.
-Respect one another, staff, and adult leaders.
-Respect and comply with event schedules.

Students who fail to comply with these expectations may be sent home at their
parents expense.

I, the student, have read the rules of conduct, the above evaluation of my health, and
permission to participate in youth group activities. I agree to abide by the stated
personal limitations and code of conduct.

Student signature: ____________________________ Date: __________________

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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Updated 8/26/2014
& PERMISSION FORM
Activities may include, but are not limited to: cookouts, boating, water skiing, swimming,
basketball, roller skating, rollerblading, soccer, paintball, volleyball, softball, baseball,
hiking, biking, concerts, Bible studies, miniature golf, and hayrides. Note: If you desire to
limit your students participation in any event, please submit your wishes in writing and
attach it to this permission form.

has my permission to participate
NAME OF STUDENT
in all activities at/with Countryside Student Ministries.

This consent form gives permission to seek whatever medical attention is deemed
necessary, and releases the Countryside Church of the Nazarene and its staff of any
liability against personal losses of named student.

I/We the undersigned have legal custody of the student named above, a minor, and
have given our consent for him/her to participate in events being organized by the
Countryside Church of the Nazarene. I/We understand that there are inherent risks
involved in any ministry or athletic event, and I/we hereby release the Countryside
Church of the Nazarene, its directors, employees, counselors, and other volunteer
workers from any and all liability for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property
that may occur during the course of my/our students involvement. In the event that he/
she is injured and requires the attention of a doctor, I/we consent to any reasonable
medical treatment as deemed necessary by a licensed physician. In the event treatment
is required from a physician and/or hospital personnel designated by the Countryside
Church of the Nazarene, I/we agree to hold such person free and harmless of any
claims, demands, or suits for damages arising from the giving of such consent. I/We
also acknowledge that we will be ultimately responsible for the cost of any medical care
should the cost of that medical care not be reimbursed by the health insurance provider.
Further, I/we affirm that the health insurance information provided above is accurate at
this date and will, to the best of my/our knowledge, still be in force for the student
named above. I/we also agree to bring my/our student home at my/our own expense
should they become ill or if deemed necessary by the student ministries staff member.

Parent/guardian signature:

____________________________________________ Date:_____________________

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jstaten@ccnaz.org
513-932-7363
Created 8/9/2011
Updated 8/26/2014
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The Purpose of NYC 2015 is to

Gather USA/Canada NYI students
and leaders for worship,
discipleship, service, celebration,
and leadership development.

Impact the host city and serve the
people of Louisville through a variety
of projects and presence.

Call students to a dynamic life in
Christ and provide experiences that
compel them to make a difference in
their church, community, district,
and world.

COMPLETE & RETURN THIS
APPLICATON AND
MEDICAL/LIABILITY RELEASE TO
YOUR DISTRICT NYC
COORDINATOR.

Joshua Myers
SWO District NYC Coordinator
Parkview Nazarene Church
4701 Far Hills Avenue
Dayton, OH 45429
937-308-5934
joshua@parkviewnaz.org

Student
Application

PERSONAL INFORMATION

First Name: Middle: Last Name:
Preferred Name:
Street Address:
City: State/Province:
Zip/Postal: Country:
Student Cell: Alternate Phone:
Male Female Birth Date: / / (mm/dd/yy)
Grade Completed in July 2015: T-Shirt Size:
Student Email:
Parent/Guardian Name:
Email: Phone:

QUESTIONS
*For additional space, use back of page for answers

Why do you wish to participate in NYC 2015?

What has your journey with God looked like so far?

In what ways will you seek to grow in your personal walk with God during this
event?

AGREEMENT

As an NYC 2015 participant:

I will study all materials sent to me in preparation for the event.
I will respect my adult district sponsors and all others who are
put in charge of me.
Upon return, I will report to my local church about my experience
at NYC 2015.

__________________________________ _____________________
Student Date

__________________________________ _____________________
Parent/Guardian Date

For District Office Use Only (Do not
write in this space):

Application Recd Date: ________

Med/Liab Recd Date: ________

District Approved Date: ________

Medical/Liability copy
to NYC Office Date: ________

Online Reg Cd Date: ________

Personal Reference Recd
Date: ________
Notes:
NYC15
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Nazarene Youth Conference
July 8-12, 2015 | Louisville, KY, USA
Student Medical and
Student Information Liability Release

First Name: Middle: Last Name: Gender:
Street Address: City:
State/Province: Zip/Postal Code: Country: USA
Email Address:
Birth Date:
(mm/dd/yy)
Preferred Phone: Alternate Phone: District: Southwestern Ohio

Parent/Guardian Contact Information

Name: Relationship: Parent Guardian
Preferred Phone: Alternate Phone:
Email:

Health Information Necessary for Proper Care and Protection
In order to assist medical personnel in an emergency situation, please provide the following:
*For additional space, use separate page for responses
Do you have any special needs the NYC staff needs to be
aware of?
Food allergies Handicap accessible
Hearing impaired Vision impaired
Other ______________________________
Please provide details for any needs noted above:

Family Physician:
Physician Phone:
List all current medications and dosages:

Any allergies to medications?

Date of last tetanus shot:
Insurance Information

Primary Name: Insurance Company:
Policy Number: Group #:

Guaranty of Payment for Medical Treatment for Minor Student (Required if No Insurance Information above)

As (name of minor) (Student) is not covered by any type of health insurance policy or program,
I (name of parent or guardian), on behalf of Student, hereby guarantee payment for any fees, expenses or costs related to
the medical treatment of Student in connection with Students participation in the Nazarene Youth Conference 2015 (NYC 2015) event. I understand and
acknowledge that I may be asked to provide further guarantees of payment to health care professionals and institutions which provide medical
treatment to Student. I also acknowledge that neither Church of the Nazarene, Inc. nor Nazarene Youth International (NYI) is responsible for the cost of
Students medical treatment and I shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Church of the Nazarene, Inc., Nazarene Youth International, their
respective officers, directors, employees, and/or agents from and against any and all claims which may be made as a result of my failure to provide
payment for Students medical treatment.

Authorization for Medical Treatment & Parent/Guardian Permission
In the event I cannot be reached, I authorize and direct any adult Nazarene Youth International employee or volunteer representing the Church of the Nazarene to
make emergency medical decisions for my child. I hereby authorize that emergency medical and/or surgical care may be provided for my son/daughter at my
expense. I also hereby release and discharge the Church of the Nazarene, Inc. and its affiliates, along with any other chaperoning adult employees or
volunteers of Nazarene Youth International, its agents, employees, officers, directors, affiliates, successors, assigns and all other from any and all claims,
demands, expenses, personal injury, wrongful death, causes of action, lawsuits, damages, and liabilities of every kind and nature, whether known or unknown, in
law or equity, that I or my child ever had or may have, arising from or in any way related to my childs participation in any activities associated in any way with NYC
2015. I have full knowledge as to such activities and I have full knowledge of the probable risks involved. Except for those limitations named in this health form, I
certify that my child is healthy and fit to participate in all such activities.
Further, I acknowledge that NYI and/or its agents will be taking photographs and/or videos of the NYC 2015 event and that my child may appear in those
photographs and/or videos. I hereby give my permission to NYI and/or Church of the Nazarene, Inc. to utilize event media in all forms and in all manners for
marketing, promotional, and future event development. I also give my permission for my students contact information to be shared with USA/Canada Nazarene
higher education institutions. In addition I acknowledge that this release form also includes travel dates to and from the event with my sponsoring district.

Signature______________________________________________ Date___________________ Relationship______________________________

Please complete and return to: Joshua Myers, SWO District NYC Coordinator

Parkveiw Nazarene Church, 4701 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton, OH 45429 | 937-308-5934 | joshua@parkviewnaz.org
Nyc15
What is NYC & Who can Attend?
Nazarene Youth Conference (NYC), is an exciting and life-changing event for high
school students, occurs just once every four years. The second-largest event
sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene, NYC is open to students entering 9th
grade in the fall of 2015 through those just graduated from high school as members of
the class of 2015.

THE PURPOSE OF NYC 2015
1. GATHER USA/CANADA NYI STUDENTS AND LEADERS
for worship, discipleship, service, celebration, and leadership development.
2. IMPACT THE HOST CITY AND SERVE THE PEOPLE OF LOUISVILLE
through a variety of projects and presence.
3. CALL STUDENTS TO A DYNAMIC LIFE IN CHRIST
and provide experiences that compel them to make a difference in their church,
community, district, and world.

When & How Much?
The conference begins on July 8th and concludes on July 12th, but we will be leaving
a day early on July 7th with the SWO District NYI. By doing this we will be able to
experience some of the sites, sounds and food Louisville on a 3 hour dinner cruise
along the Ohio River; this will also allow us to experience a smoother registration
process on the 8th.
The cost is $995, and because we believe in the impact it will have on our students we
will pay $100 toward each registered participant. Below you will see the payment
schedule:
September 30,2014 $150.00
October 31, 2014 $150.00
November 30, 2014 $ 50.00(Countryside will contribute $100 upon receiving of $50 payment.)
December 31, 2014 $ 0.00 (So that families are not burdened during Christmas.)
January 31, 2015 $75.00
February 28, 2015 $100.00
March 31, 2015 $100.00
April 30, 2015 $100.00
May 31, 2015 $ 45.00
Total $895.00
If you decide to register after December 31st the cost increase by $50. If you register
after January 27th the price increase an additional $25. No registrations will be
accepted after February 9th.
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Countryside Student Ministries 2014--2015 Quick Reference Calendar

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February 2015
1 Bunch 2 Lunch @ Penn Station
14 Valentines Dinner FR
16 Sky Zone
28 $100 NYC Payment

March 2015
1 Bunch 2 Lunch @ Hot Head (FR)
7 Family Movie Night FR
21 SWO Blast @ West Chester
27 Gathering
31 $100 NYC Payment

April 2015
1 CSM Easter Egg Hunt
5 No Student Take Over
26 SWO Night of Praise
30 $100 NYC Payment

May 2015
3 Potato Bar Lunch FR
22 Last Day of School
31 $45 NYC Payment

June 2015
7-13 Senior Trip to MB
26-29 SWO NYI Summer Camp

July 2015
7-12 NYC 2015

August 2015
9 Back 2 School Party
16 Lunch On the River
26 Annual Student Parent Meeting
September 2014
3 Small Groups Start
7 Sunday Night Student TakeOver
Starts
18 Bob Evans FR
27 Drive In Movie FR
30 $150 NYC Payment

October 2014
4 Son Fest @ MVNU
17 G.N.O.!
19 Chili Lunch FR
26 STO Halloween Edition
31 $150 NYC Payment

November 2014
2 Bunch 2 Lunch @ Gold Star (FR)
14-16 Deeper Weekend
26 NO Small Groups
30 $50 NYC Payment

December 2014
7 Pancake Lunch FR
19 Christmas Gathering
24 No Small Groups
30-31 SWO Almost New Years Eve Party @
D&B

January 2015
4 Skyline Lunch FR
16 G.N.O.!
19 Snow Tubing @ PN
31 $75 NYC Payment

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