Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians,

The month of February is sure to be full of excitement! After much prayer and preparation, we are finally ready to launch the youth group program here at FCCH this Sunday night, from 6-8pm! If you haven't gotten a chance to read it, I encourage you to get a copy of the " Big Picture Guide " (click this link to view it now), which communicates the heart and mission behind the program, as well as the Christ-centered methodology we'll be implementing as we move forward (Belong, Believe, Become!)

And while it is only February, we are getting all the more excited for those young people the Lord is calling to be a part of our mission trip to Camp Barnabas this summer! Please try to let me know if you or your student feel called to participate in this incredible opportunity by Sunday, February 9th, as we will need to confirm our numbers with the camp! A $55.00 deposit is due by February 14th for all participants, and checks can be made out to the First Congregational Church of Holden.

On Friday, February 21st, we'll be hosting a night of Epic Board Gaming at the church, inside the vestry from 6-8pm! Students are welcome to come and join us for pizza, games, and a casual evening of fellowship- and as with everything else we do, they are encouraged to bring friends!

It is my privilege as your assistant pastor to be praying for you, your families, and your students on a regular basis. In seeking to simply be faithful and care for these incredible young people, the Lord has led us to some very exciting initiatives, plans, and further means of speaking His Gospel and imparting His love to the hearts of our youth. We couldn't be more excited to see what's next!

Yours in Christ,