Hey y'all,
I hope you're enjoying your spring break - whether relaxing at home, or on adventures with Mom, Dad, friends, other...
Unfortunately for me, I'm home sick! (Not homesick - I've been home twice in the past month)
BUT, that doesn't mean we won't be getting together for Middle School Youth group on Sunday!
So, M3 -- gather at Our Saviour on Sunday, April 13, 6:30-8 pm -- we've got "Our Saviour's Mission and Ministry Game" to finish up!
Sr. High youth -- we're on for a movie night - Sunday, April 20th 6-8:30 pm. Andy Castillo is hosting our movie night for Juno, with popcorn & theology provided -- bring your own favorite movie beverage.
For more information on these and other upcoming events, contact Mary Cat by email (keeping a safe distance from the germs I'm hosting at the moment!)
Peace, MCE
A note from Mary Cat:
A note from Mary Cat:
During the month of March I will be out of town visiting family and friends on two separate occasions.
Friday March 14-Tuesday, March 18th I will be with family in South Dakota for a family funeral.
Wednesday, March 26-Tuesday, April 1 I will be on a previously planned vacation.
Please note—I will not be attending the Youth Service Day or the Youth Laser Quest trip. Please contact the Adult volunteers who are coordinating these events, and have fun working and playing together! Holy Lent & Happy Easter!
National Youth Service Day!
National Youth Service Day is Saturday, March 29th
Youth who would like to give their time and talent (and receive a free t-shirt and pizza lunch) should contact Sheree Welsh ASAP!
Sheree will be organizing work projects around the parish that require your hands on assistance!
If you plan to participate in this gathering on the afternoon of Saturday, March 29th —sign up in the parish hall or call Sheree by Sunday, March 16th.
Participants gather at the pavilion in Cherry Park at 12 pm for lunch and t-shirt pick-up before returning to Our Saviour at 1 p.m. Parent volunteers and leaders are also invited to contribute to this Saturday of service.
Okay y’all, JUST FOR FUN!!!
Okay y’all, JUST FOR FUN!!!
On Sunday, March 30th youth grades 6-12 are invited to join Andy Castillo, and your other youth leaders for an afternoon adventure of Laser Quest in Charlotte, NC.
Youth will gather at Our Saviour at 2:30 p.m.and return at approximately 5:30 p.m. for dinner in the fellowship hall. RSVP for this event with Andy Castillo by SUNDAY, MARCH 23 to participate in this event.
Cost: $15 per person—this includes 2 games of tag and dinner.
Permission Slips are required to attend this event.
Parent volunteers who can host the dinner, or want to help as drivers—please contact Andy by Sunday, March 16th.
DYLTC: Registration Deadline, Friday, January 25!
Hot on the heels of our return from West Virginia – Senior High Youth, Confirmation Class participants and those starting the class next fall – Please let me know ASAP if you would like to register for this Diocesan Youth Event! Read about the excellent program and reply to this message if you would like to attend! Remember – scholarship money is always available to defray the cost of youth events. Do not let the cost be a factor in your decision here! Looking forward to hearing from you – MCE
Please be advised that the deadline for DYLTC 2008 is this Friday, January 25th. See below for more information. Also, please remember to eat before you arrive on Friday night, dress appropriate for weather at Kanuga, and you might want to bring a large towel and/or an extra blanket.
DYLTC 2008
Senior High Youth Event, grades 9-12
February 8-10, 2008
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way that you should go” Ps. 32:9
The Diocesan Youth Leadership Training Conference will feature our diocesan missionaries in
The event begins on Friday evening with registration at 7:00 pm and program at 8:00 pm. All participants should eat dinner before arriving. We will conclude our event on Sunday following lunch which is scheduled for 12:30 pm. Camp Bob provides towels and bed linens, however, some young people find it helpful to bring larger towels and an extra blanket or sleeping bag. We will be spending some time outside, so please plan on appropriate clothing for February in NC.
The cost for the event is $75.00, 1/3 of which is due at the time of the registration deadline of January 25th. This is when the Congregational Registration Form** is also due. The remainder of the registration fee and Individual Registration Forms, for all participants – youth and adult, are due at the event registration.
Have you ever heard so many ways to address or call God?
Shepherd
Sun of righteousness
Heavenly King
Father of Our Lord Jesus Christ
Holy FatherGiver of Life
Everliving God
Alpha and Omega
Father
Son
Holy Spirit
Redeemer and Friend
Almighty
Saviour
Messiah
Gracious God
Merciful Father
Kyrie Eleison
Light
The Way
Blessed Body and Blood
Prince of Peace
Lamb
Yo
Lord of Lords
Abba
Yahweh
Beginning and End
Christ
On Saturday, November 3, the
Our first action as a group gathered was to pray aloud all the names and addresses we could think of to give to God. When you pray you begin by greeting God. The names and titles listed above show the variety of names with which we address God in our personal and community prayer life (thanks to the BCP for some of the more formal titles!) With what name do you address God when you pray?
We also prayed over the names of Happening candidates, participating in the weekend retreat at that very moment, the prayer concerns that had been given to us for prayer during the vigil, our loved ones, our enemies and ourselves. One other way of praying that we tried on as a gathered community involved writing our own hymn! It was easier than you might think! All we had to do was come up with 14 2-syllable words (or a few 3 syllable phrases) and we sand these words to the tune of Amazing Grace. Would you like to see our hymn? Check it out:
Lovely, father, playful, caring, a joyful melody…
Peaceful, prayerful, enduring, strong, a bonding family.
Thanks to those who came out for the vigil and stayed for a little home-made chili lunch! We hope you can join us next time we gather for a prayer vigil – either silently, or aloud!
Pictures!
Visit the COS website to view pictures from our recent get togethers!
A new album called "Our Saviour's Youth" has pictures from our recent lock-in. You can also see new pictures in the album "Special Parish Activities" from the Halloween party. Thanks for participating in these fun events, and for your helping hands in providing fun for our parish family!
Our Saviour's Youth Rock!
A new album called "Our Saviour's Youth" has pictures from our recent lock-in. You can also see new pictures in the album "Special Parish Activities" from the Halloween party. Thanks for participating in these fun events, and for your helping hands in providing fun for our parish family!
Our Saviour's Youth Rock!
SKI TRIP INFO & REGISTRATION!!!
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOUR'S
ANNUAL YOUTH SKI TRIP
What you need to know!
WHO:
Our Saviour’s Youth and their friends – This trip is open to youth grades 6-12.
DATES/ITINERARY:
Saturday, Jan. 19, 2007: Travel to
Sunday, Jan. 20, 2007: Ski all day at Snowshoe Ski Resort (www.snowshoemtn.com/) (Located approximately 1 hour driving distance from Watoga). Participants will bring their own lunch for the day (fixin’s provided) and have dinner and evening ski options on Sunday night.
Monday, Jan. 21, 2007: Return to
Youth Cost: $130.00 for youth 12 and under, $150 for youth 13 and older
Includes: lift ticket, ski equipment rental, lodging for 2 nights, transportation, and all meals. Youth who do not need to rent will have a reduced cost.
Add On Costs:
* Lessons required for first time skiers: $39 (reduced to $27 if group is 10+)
* If you wish to snowboard rental is $11 additional to the cost.
* Rental of warm weather gear if a possibility. Participants should be prepared with waterproof gloves, jackets, snowpants (or ski pants) warm socks and appropriate warm layers (scarves, hats, etc.) Jeans are NOT recommended for skiing – warm sweats or thermal pants are encouraged for under layers.
DEADLINES:
Monday, November 19: All participants must submit a $50.00 deposit with their reservation form.
Guest applications will be considered based on date turned in, and space available, with preference for Our Saviour’s Youth who register on-time.
Monday, December 17: All participants must turn in your Individual Registration Form with FINAL PAYMENT IN FULL.
There will be a Non-Refundable $25.00 for cancellations made after December 17!
Afterthoughts on 24
The following message is from Amy Welsh, a senior and an active participant in Our Saviour's Youth Ministry. Amy will be attending Happening #58 this weekend, please keep her in your prayers! -MC
hey everyone!
this is amy welsh! i went on the camp gravatt retreat oct.20th-oct.21. it was amazing! we got to meet new church groups and bond with them over a period of 24 hours! we got to play games and do fun group building activities! the topic of the weekend was questioning our faith in GOD. it was a tough one for some of us there, but we all got through it as a group. with the support of marycat, megan, and will we all got through it together as a family! i just wanted to thank you marycat for taking us last weekend!
it was a BLAST!
<3 amy
hey everyone!
this is amy welsh! i went on the camp gravatt retreat oct.20th-oct.21. it was amazing! we got to meet new church groups and bond with them over a period of 24 hours! we got to play games and do fun group building activities! the topic of the weekend was questioning our faith in GOD. it was a tough one for some of us there, but we all got through it as a group. with the support of marycat, megan, and will we all got through it together as a family! i just wanted to thank you marycat for taking us last weekend!
it was a BLAST!
<3 amy
November Events!
Youth Lock-In and overnight at Our Saviour
WHEN? Saturday, November 10, 5 p.m. to Sunday, November 11, 12 p.m.
WHAT? Youth Lock-in: Join us Saturday night for goofy games, memorable moments, stupendous snacking and artistic expression (paint brushes may be involved!) and the chance to connect with your faithful friends here at Our Saviour.
The plan: Saturday night: Gather for dinner, youth room art project(s), games and recreation, movie (optional), lights out!!!
Sunday: Our Saviour’s youth will provide Coffee Hour treats for the 8 am service, enjoy breakfast together (during the usual Sunday School hour) and attend the 10:30 am service with their families. Youth who are unable to join us for the overnight may sign up to join us for breakfast—please RSVP with Mary Cat.
WHO? Youth Grades 6-12 and their friendly (and brave) youth ministers!
RSVP with Mary Cat for this event by Wednesday, November 7.
Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, get your homework done early, and join us Sunday evening for a movie night and discussion. Popcorn and Theology provided!
Mary Cat, Meghan, Will and Amy, pictured above, had a great time at "24" the Sr. High Diocesan Youth Event held at Camp Gravatt, October 20-21.24 was "24 hours of youth and youth ministers talking about their faith, their doubt, their issues, and their lives. Watch here for an article from one of our participants about their experience at "24."
Youth Updates!!!
Well folks, we're halfway through October and there are lots of events and gatherings on the horizon!
1) Saturday, October 20-21, I'll be traveling to Camp Gravatt once again for a Senior High Youth event with several members of the parish. Check back here next week for pics and more on how the event was!
2) Sunday, October 21, CropWalk - walkers gather at Winthrop at 2:30 pm and will enjoy refreshments at a tail-gating party at the COS parking lot after the walk. Good luck to our walkers and thanks for your commitment to fighting hunger by getting involved and getting your community involved! Keep up the good work/walk! Support the Middle School and Sr. High Youth who've signed up with donations and/or by signing up to walk yourself!
3) Sunday, October 28, Halloween helpers and Game Night! Our Saviour Youth have been asked to help put on the EKG (Episcopal Kids Group) Halloween Party/carnival this Sunday (5-6:30 pm.) Contact Mary Cat and/or Judy Rauppius or Rachel Hubbard to sign up to help out at this event.
Stick around for our very own youth group Halloween Game Night (6:30-8 pm)- where we get to play together for prizes, candy and don't forget to come dressed for the costume contest!
I look forward to seeing y'all at these upcoming events! More next week on upcoming events including: participation in a prayer vigil, Saturday, November 3, the youth lock-in November 10-11, and the Ski trip (January 19-22)!
Peace, MCE
1) Saturday, October 20-21, I'll be traveling to Camp Gravatt once again for a Senior High Youth event with several members of the parish. Check back here next week for pics and more on how the event was!
2) Sunday, October 21, CropWalk - walkers gather at Winthrop at 2:30 pm and will enjoy refreshments at a tail-gating party at the COS parking lot after the walk. Good luck to our walkers and thanks for your commitment to fighting hunger by getting involved and getting your community involved! Keep up the good work/walk! Support the Middle School and Sr. High Youth who've signed up with donations and/or by signing up to walk yourself!
3) Sunday, October 28, Halloween helpers and Game Night! Our Saviour Youth have been asked to help put on the EKG (Episcopal Kids Group) Halloween Party/carnival this Sunday (5-6:30 pm.) Contact Mary Cat and/or Judy Rauppius or Rachel Hubbard to sign up to help out at this event.
Stick around for our very own youth group Halloween Game Night (6:30-8 pm)- where we get to play together for prizes, candy and don't forget to come dressed for the costume contest!
I look forward to seeing y'all at these upcoming events! More next week on upcoming events including: participation in a prayer vigil, Saturday, November 3, the youth lock-in November 10-11, and the Ski trip (January 19-22)!
Peace, MCE
Jr. High Fall Retreat: Fight the Good Fight of Faith
Gathering in the parking lot of the Church of Our Saviour on Friday afternoon, there were 9 youth and 2 adults pumped for the drive to the Bishop Gravatt Camp and Conference Center for the Jr. High Diocesan Fall Retreat. We joined over 150 youth from around the Diocese of Upper South Carolina for a weekend of singing, laughing, getting to know each other and building our faith in community.
The theme of the weekend, "Faith Builders: Fight the Good Fight of Faith" was inspired from the lectionary reading for the weekend, 1 Timothy 6:11-19. On Friday night we watched Facing the Giants, a movie about a high school football coach whose faith life was challenged in many ways. Finding inspiration form scripture, to honor God in all that he did, this coach inspired the faith lives of his team members. They would offer all that they had to God, and praise God in their triumph and in their defeats.
Reminding us of the story of David and Goliath, as the Eagles football team faced off with a strong and seemingly undefeatable opponent, the Giants, this team offered their best to the glory of God and allowed great things to be shown through them, a most unexpected vessel.
Our youth participants spent time in small groups discussing the film, participated in an obstacle course that challenged them to work in community to overcome obstacles such as those we face in our faith lives, and created sculpters made of wood blocks representing the faith builders that support and encourage us in our journey of faith together.
We also enjoyed activities including swimming, playing football, ping pong, 4 square, basketball, making music, dancing ("ice cream and cake and cake") and enjoying the beauty of God's creation at beautiful Camp Gravatt.
Some comments from our participants are included below. Be sure and check back for more pictures from the event and put the New Beginnings dates on your calendar today: April 25-27!
"I met a lot of new people. I made new friends and people I already knew became closer."
"I made new friends, learned a lot of new things and played a lot of four square. I liked cruising too - that was another opportunity to meet new people. Other than the cold weather at night, I had a lot of fun!"
"I liked the dog who popped footballs. I also liked tearing up the dancefloor with my awesome moves!"
"I danced with a girl at the dance!"
"I liked playing ping pong"
"I liked walking around to do different things outside the scheduled activities"
"I had a blast!!! The dance was sooo fun! I made good friends!"
"I liked all of the activities and liked making new friends!"
Gracious God,
we give thanks and praise to you for the time to grow together in community! You've inspired us to allow your presence in all aspects of our lives, remembering to give you glory when we win and when we lose. Your presence and your care for us is immeasurable, and as we live and share your love we are given the knowledge that with God, nothing is impossible! Amen.
The theme of the weekend, "Faith Builders: Fight the Good Fight of Faith" was inspired from the lectionary reading for the weekend, 1 Timothy 6:11-19. On Friday night we watched Facing the Giants, a movie about a high school football coach whose faith life was challenged in many ways. Finding inspiration form scripture, to honor God in all that he did, this coach inspired the faith lives of his team members. They would offer all that they had to God, and praise God in their triumph and in their defeats.
Reminding us of the story of David and Goliath, as the Eagles football team faced off with a strong and seemingly undefeatable opponent, the Giants, this team offered their best to the glory of God and allowed great things to be shown through them, a most unexpected vessel.
Our youth participants spent time in small groups discussing the film, participated in an obstacle course that challenged them to work in community to overcome obstacles such as those we face in our faith lives, and created sculpters made of wood blocks representing the faith builders that support and encourage us in our journey of faith together.
We also enjoyed activities including swimming, playing football, ping pong, 4 square, basketball, making music, dancing ("ice cream and cake and cake") and enjoying the beauty of God's creation at beautiful Camp Gravatt.
Some comments from our participants are included below. Be sure and check back for more pictures from the event and put the New Beginnings dates on your calendar today: April 25-27!
"I met a lot of new people. I made new friends and people I already knew became closer."
"I made new friends, learned a lot of new things and played a lot of four square. I liked cruising too - that was another opportunity to meet new people. Other than the cold weather at night, I had a lot of fun!"
"I liked the dog who popped footballs. I also liked tearing up the dancefloor with my awesome moves!"
"I danced with a girl at the dance!"
"I liked playing ping pong"
"I liked walking around to do different things outside the scheduled activities"
"I had a blast!!! The dance was sooo fun! I made good friends!"
"I liked all of the activities and liked making new friends!"
Gracious God,
we give thanks and praise to you for the time to grow together in community! You've inspired us to allow your presence in all aspects of our lives, remembering to give you glory when we win and when we lose. Your presence and your care for us is immeasurable, and as we live and share your love we are given the knowledge that with God, nothing is impossible! Amen.
Jr. High Fall Retreat pics!
Visit the church website for pictures from our weekend at Gravatt! Check back here later this week for comments, quotes and stories from participants in the Jr. High Diocesan Fall Retreat!
Sr. High Seekers to host IHN dinner!
On Sunday, September 23, Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN), our ministry with homeless families here inRock Hill
On Sunday, September 23, Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN), our ministry with homeless families here in
Prepare yourself - the fall is going to be very busy. Many demands will be placed on you and your time. Just when it all gets to be too much, maybe you ought to think aout getting away. Maybe you need to prepare for this now, and sign up for the Sr. High Fall gathering - "24" - October 20-21. This 24 Hour get-together will take place at Gravatt our diocesanCamp & Conference center near Aiken, SC. Sign up using a diocesan registration form, and get your forms and $50 registration fee in to Mary Cat by Wed., October 3.
Read more about the event from a youth perspective at: http://www.edusc.org/Youth/Diocesan%20Youth%20Events/SrHighEvents.shtml
Just click it! And sign up to join in the fun!
JR. HIGH FALL RETREAT, September 28-30 at Camp Gravatt
Sign up for this event with Mary Cat by Wednesday, September 12
Sign up for this event with Mary Cat by Wednesday, September 12
Read about this event below from the perspective of a youth on the design team!
By: Brandon Kerr, JHFR Design Team and
If you’re looking for a good time and you are in grades 6-8 grade, than the Jr. High Fall Retreat is just the place for you. The event will take place from Friday, September 28 through Sunday, September 30 and it is a great way to meet cool people, strengthen your faith, and just have fun. This year’s theme is “The Good Fight of Faith” will be explored using the scriptures from our Sunday lectionary through games, talks, small groups, and craft projects. There will be lots of time for just having fun at Gravatt. Youth and their adult leaders will be lead by members of the Diocesan Youth Leadership Committee.
The event will begin on Friday evening with registration beginning at 6:00 pm with dinner at 7:00pm. We will conclude with lunch on Sunday which will begin at 12:00 noon. Things to bring include: Sleeping Bag and Pillow, towel, casual clothes, swim suit, sunscreen and bug spray, and toiletries. PLEASE remember that nights at Gravatt in the fall can be very cold – so be sure to have a warm sleeping bag and/or bring an extra blanket. Also be prepared to be outside no matter what the weather – so bring appropriate clothes and shoes.
The event will begin on Friday evening with registration beginning at 6:00 pm with dinner at 7:00pm. We will conclude with lunch on Sunday which will begin at 12:00 noon. Things to bring include: Sleeping Bag and Pillow, towel, casual clothes, swim suit, sunscreen and bug spray, and toiletries. PLEASE remember that nights at Gravatt in the fall can be very cold – so be sure to have a warm sleeping bag and/or bring an extra blanket. Also be prepared to be outside no matter what the weather – so bring appropriate clothes and shoes.
Hey gang! Sunday, August 19th we had our kick-off youth group gathering. There were 23 Middle School & Sr. High youth who came out for a chance to meet each other, play games, plan some good stuff for the coming year, and have some pizza and laughs to top off the evening.Thanks to your new teachers for showing up: M3: Andy Castillo, and Sr. High Seekers: Will & April Roberts and Ann Walton & Bryan Townsend.
Can't wait to see you in Sunday school and for our next gatherings!
Stay connected right here on the Our Saviour Youth Blogspot!
Peace, MC+
DYLC? What's that?
The Rev. Mary Cat Enockson has been invited to participate in the Diocesan Youth Leadership Committee - a group of teens and youth ministers who plan events for Episcopal youth in the Diocese of Upper South Carolina.
This fall we will host two Diocesan Youth Events!
For Middle Schoolers, The Jr. High Fall Retreat will take place September 28 - 30 at beloved Gravatt Camp & Conference Center! Middle school youth will need to register for this event with Mary Cat by Wednesday September 12, or with the diocesan offices by Friday, September 14th in order to attend!
Sr. High Youth are invited to attend a "24" hour event at Gravatt Camp & Conference Center October 20-21. Based on the popular show 24, the theme for this event will challenge youth to consider the question, "Where is God in my everyday life?"
Registration deadlines for this event: Wednesday October 3 with Mary Cat, Friday, October 5 with the diocese.
Check out Diocesan Youth Ministry - "Youth led, and Youth fed!"
Peace, MC+
The Rev. Mary Cat Enockson has been invited to participate in the Diocesan Youth Leadership Committee - a group of teens and youth ministers who plan events for Episcopal youth in the Diocese of Upper South Carolina.
This fall we will host two Diocesan Youth Events!
For Middle Schoolers, The Jr. High Fall Retreat will take place September 28 - 30 at beloved Gravatt Camp & Conference Center! Middle school youth will need to register for this event with Mary Cat by Wednesday September 12, or with the diocesan offices by Friday, September 14th in order to attend!
Sr. High Youth are invited to attend a "24" hour event at Gravatt Camp & Conference Center October 20-21. Based on the popular show 24, the theme for this event will challenge youth to consider the question, "Where is God in my everyday life?"
Registration deadlines for this event: Wednesday October 3 with Mary Cat, Friday, October 5 with the diocese.
Check out Diocesan Youth Ministry - "Youth led, and Youth fed!"
Peace, MC+
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