Ministry Recap 01-07-2016

We're back! Another new year, and another fresh start for our student ministry. This past week we jumped into 2016 with both feet! I'm excited about what God is doing, and how He is leading us to doing something new.

Both groups this week kicked off new series. The High School Ministry launched a 6 week study utilizing the Jesus Centered Life materials put out as part of the LIVE Curriculum, published by Group. And our Junior High Ministry started the LIVE Junior High Ministry curriculum.

So let me just run down this past weeks student gatherings for you.

High School Ministry :: Tuesday Night
Game Time: Volleyball (we had a smaller than usual group out this week)
Snack: Cupcakes, chips, soda, water, coffee drinks (we're so healthy)
Announcements: We had 3 announcements
  - Winter Retreat, February 26-28, 2016 [ CLICK HERE ]
  - 2016 Winter Jam, January 30, 2016 [ CLICK HERE ]
  - After Dark, February 5, 2016 [ CLICK HERE ]
Teaching Message:
  - The Jesus Centered Life, Week 1
     - Who Do You Say I Am?
Total Student Count: 12

Junior High Ministry :: Wednesday Night
Game Time: Steal the Bacon (we went old school on our students)
Snack: Cupcakes and drinks
Announcements: We had 3 announcements
  - Winter Retreat, February 26-28, 2016 [ CLICK HERE ]
  - After Dark, February 5, 2016 [ CLICK HERE ]
  - A Baby Sitting Service Opportunity
Teaching Message:
  - Who is God? Introduction Week.
Total Student Count: 38

Later next week I plan on sharing why I decided to go with the LIVE Curriculum, along with some thoughts on how we are planning to use the materials with our students. So be sure to check in next week!

Thanks for stopping by.

What are you teaching as you start the new year? Share in the comments below!

- jay

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Jay Higham is a 24 year veteran of student ministry; having worked with students in the local church and Christian camping settings. Jay is currently the Youth Director at Hickory Church, located in Western PA. Jay has been married to Amy for 19 years. Together, they are raising 5 kids, 4 boys and 1 little girl. Jay is passionate about student ministry, family ministry, and caring for the hearts of husbands. You can learn more about their ministry to the family and husband by visiting their family blog at, www.TheHighamFamily.com and www.TheGoodHusbandBlog.com!

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