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I just finished my article for our newsletter next month.  But, I thought it would fit in well here.

The youth recently went to Acquire the Fire.  This 2 day event is an intense time  of music, speakers, and drama.  What comes from the event is an  excitement and a quest for more– for getting closer to God.  After we returned from the event, I asked the youth  what questions they had and what answers they got while there.  Below are some of their responses.

Questions:                                            

· How do we help others when we need help ourselves and how do we know it’s the way God wants us to be helping?

· How far should Jesus be in our house (in our lives)?

· How can we be “agents” for God?

· How can God help us work through anger and let go and keep us from wanting revenge?

· How can we train ourselves to be better Christians?

Answers/ Realizations:

· There are 3 types of friends– Barnabas, Silas, and Timothy friends– that are positive in our lives

· People spend a lot of money to get noticed

· I got more in touch with God. 

· “Code 4-5” Make the most  of every opportunity.

· Events this weekend happened for a reason

· I’m not alone and I’m a lot better than what I think

· I got rid of some  things.

· No Reserves, No Retreats, No Regrets.

· I need to be nicer to my mom and to other people.

· I act different around people.

BITE– Bible, Internal, Topical Growth, External

We are spending the next few weeks digging deeper into their questions and talking about some of the main topics from the weekend. 

I am thankful for a congregation that supports the youth and encourages them!  The opportunities they have because of you gives them the chance to grow spiritually and helps them to become followers of God and to spread that message to others.  Opportunities like this weekend away give them a chance to focus on their lives without the distractions that life throws at them.  So, thank you for your continued support, prays, and blessings upon them.

This Thanksgiving season, I am thankful for all of you and the role you play in developing the youth  around you.

Blessings,                                                       Jennifer