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Shannon Eng, Youth Minister |
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Hi All-
A very big thank you to Houseworths, Kerrs, and
Rhoades for their help in coordinating all the youth
events this past week.
The Junior Giants baseball game was a hit! We
collected about $800 and 20 gloves (something in that
ballpark...no pun intended) to go towards the Junior
Giants league which provides support for youth in
underserved communities on the West Coast. Thanks to
the Houseworth Family for helping to organize our
group of 11 and for being so enthusiatic. Greg and
Grant Lyons collected the most donations. Way to go! Pics
attached.
Parish Weekend was also fun as well as canoeing--pics
also attached.
Mother's Day was a success!! We had the most
attendance in terms for youth AND parish participation
yet!
Finally, this Sunday is acolyte recognition day
and youth support appreciation day. It will also be
the last day of Sunday school. So, come prepared to
have fun and celebrate. (if you'll be going to B2B,
good luck. I may I have an extra california raisin
costume and globetrotter if anyone needs it ;) )
Thanks everyone and stay tuned....
TC, Shannon
p.s. Navajos-don't forget May 21st.
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2008 Summer Camp Dates and Enrollment Summer Camp Registration forms are now available on our website www.stdorothysrest.org. We have 107 years of offering Specialized Camping Programs for youth ages 5 to 15 years old. For additional information about camp or working as a counselor, please contact Director of Programs Ben Evenbeck, sdr@monitor.net, 707.874.3319
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So what’s the deal with Journey to Adulthood? Well, my understanding of Journey to Adulthood grows and changes everyday as I learn how much the program can do for us. Allow me… Rite-13 lays the foundation of Journey to Adulthood. Focusing on Junior High, we’ll start to explore topics of “self, spirituality, society and sexuality.” We hope to establish a community and celebrate friendships. |
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J2A builds upon Rite-13. Focusing on freshmen and sophomores, we’ll develop our leadership skills and creative energy. We hope to learn more about how faith can work through our lives in various experiences. A pilgrimage and community service trip will be planned for the end of year. So, stay tuned! YAC (Young Adults in the Church) follows J2A. Focusing on juniors and seniors, we’ll challenge you to be the mentors to those who will walk in your shoes one day. You’ll be using your knowledge of life, faith, and service to actively participate in St. Stephen’s community and beyond. |
Teen Sunday School Teens gather in the Youth Lounge during the 1st part of the 10 o'clock service to check in with one another about how their week has been and to share and discuss the day's lessons and Gospel reading. This is a relaxed and fun gathering for teens to share their spiritual journey. Join us!
| Acolytes St. Stephen's acolytes are an outstanding group of young people that play an integral role in Sunday morning worship services and other special services. Our acolytes work in teams to assist the clergy and the congregation throughout the service. Acolytes have the opportunity to learn about the service and its meanings as they are involved in all aspects of the service including the Processional, the Gospel Reading, the Offertory, the Holy Eucharist and the Recessional. To learn more about the long tradition of St. Stephen’s outstanding acolytes or to become an acolyte, please contact our acolyte director Court Houseworth at (925) 962-4060. Click HERE for the Acolyte Schedule. |
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What about our St. Stephen’s Youth Outreach? Headed
by Sean and Madison Houseworth, our St. Stephen’s Youth Program will look beyond
ourselves and help others.
Last year, St. Stephen’s Youth Outreach
Program participated in the Make-A-Wish Bowl-Across-The-Bay (right).
Our bowlers raised over $1700 for the
Make-A-Wish foundation.
Way to go, team!
It’s not ‘ALL ABOUT ME’ Somehow, no matter where I’ve gone or what experiences I’ve had, I always find myself being drawn back to the youth of St. Stephen’s. I believe in the faith formation, spiritual guidance, and service opportunities that can be nourished and discovered here. The youth-oriented committees and vestry liaisons are here to support you. Never think you’re out there in the world alone.
Come check out Journey to Adulthood. See how spirituality can work for you now and always. Whether you are being dragged by your parents or trying to boost-up your college application or coming to hangout and get away from it all, I guarantee we will make it FUN. So true is the Journey to Adulthood promise: “If you are seeking the Christ, together we will find him.”
Contact: Shannon Eng, Youth
Minister
shannonReng@gmail.com
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