CrossPower Confirmation
Orientation (7th & 8th Grade)
Wednesday, Sept. 8, 5 to 6 p.m. in the Great Hall 
This is a time when we gather to officially open up our time together in Confirmation.  We will go over the expectations of the ministry, what being confirmed is all about for the youth and for the family.  This Orientation is for youth in 7th and 8th grade and their parents.  If you went last year and think, I don’t need to go again….. well think again!  We have new and exciting twists to the ministry that everyone will want to know.  If you are in MS choir, then please go to choir and parents should attend Orientation.

CrossWinds Confirmation Orientation (6th grade)
Wednesday, Sept. 8, 6:45 to 8 p.m. in the Great Hall 
This is your first year in Confirmation and we want to start it off with a bang! We will gather in the Great Hall to begin this Faith Skipping Stone in Worship.  Then we will answer every question you have about this ministry, the expectations, the retreats and the faith transformation that will happen. 

CrossRoads Confirmation Orientation (9th grade)
Wednesday, Sept. 8, 6:45 to 8 p.m. in the Sanctuary 
Youth are now entering into their final stage of Confirmation.  In a few short months they will make their public affirmation of their faith and complete this Faith Skipping Stone.  In order to kick the this session of right we need to meet to go over all the many details about the retreat, the interviews, the robes, stoles, and Worship Service. 

L.E.A.D. Conference
Sept 11,9:00-3:00 in the Great Hall
This is for all people who are Living Everyday As Disciples and are leading ministry with youth and young people.  All Confirmation Leaders (High School and Adults) are asked to attend.  In the morning we will join other leaders of St. Andrew’s and hear special guest, Lyle Griner- a nationally known speaker on forming relationships based on faith.  After a delicious lunch we will break up into groups to go over the ministries we will be leading this year.  Please register online or with any of the Youth Team.

Wednesday Night Activities
2:45-6:45 p.m. in the Gym, Pier 7, Community Room and the Great Hall. All activities free of charge.
The Youth and Sport Center will offer space for homework, gym time, organized games, outdoor games (when weather allows), and a movie room as options for relaxing or burning off some energy after the school day. New this year:  Youth will be asked to check-in and out at the doors of the buildings so we are better able to minister with the youth.

Summer 2011 Mission Trip Interest Meeting
Sunday, Sept. 26, 10 to 11 a.m. Y&SC Pier 7
For youth currently in 8th-12th grade. Next summer is a long ways away, and yet it is not too early to start planning and preparing for our next mission trips!  Join us for this interest meeting where we will be covering preliminary details regarding summer 2011 mission trip destinations, fundraising possibilities and policies, costs and payment schedules.  Parents of interested youth are encouraged to attend!

CHOICES Family Blast – What is Family?
Sunday, Sept. 12, 6 to7:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Who is my family? What does it mean to be part of God’s family? Bring your family and friends to hear critically acclaimed local speaker, Danielle Tietjen, speak about what family might look like and what it means to be family. Danielle will share some of her personal experiences with family. We might not be able to choose our families, but God has chosen us to be part of His family.

Fall Frenzy – Middle School Fall Dance
Friday, Sept. 24, 8:30 to 11 p.m. in the Great Hall.
Cost: $4 at the door, concessions are an additional cost.
Celebrate the season of fall with friends and a dance in honor of all that God has all done for us. All 6-8th grade youth are invited to dance the night away with friends. Fall means changing leaves, football games, and friends enjoying the fall dance together before the weekend. Get ready for trivia, prizes, games, creative prayers, and limbo!