September Newsletter

NEWS & UPDATES ... September 2022

Uptown Puzzle Adventure

Deciphering the next clues for our Uptown Puzzle Adventure

Weekly Youth Block Returns!

Sept 18, 2022

What is Youth Block?

Time for youth to socialize around a monthly theme. Our time together includes snacks, crafts, icebreakers, and more! No RSVP is required, just join us in the Youth Hall at 4pm and parents can pick up youth at 6pm.

On 3rd Sundays beginning in October: 5pm-6pm Discipleship participants will gather.

How does my youth join/get involved?

Complete the online Youth Update Form 2022
Let Rev. Tara know that you & your youth will be joining
Show up, be yourself, and have fun!

What and where is the Youth Hall?

An upstairs space dedicated specifically to our youth ministry. Brightly colored, A/V capabilities, and kitchen included. Available for organizational rentals as well. See the map below.

COVID-19 Update

REMINDER

If your youth gets COVID or is feeling ill, you can let Rev. Tara know privately, and she'll be sure to send them a care pack so they will feel supported while quarantining and/or recovering. Their info will not be shared with anyone else. Masks are still required indoors for volunteers with our youth.

We're Growing!

Welcome Candace, Justin, and Seth!

To assist with an ever growing ministry, we are excited to have some new and familiar faces join our ministry team! Be sure to catch our new music leader and interns at Youth Block on the 18th and read more about them in the October Newsletter!

New Year, New Information

Please review/

update youth information

Whether you are a new or returning family, please take 5 minutes to input or update your youth's information. It's important that we have accurate medical info, emergency contacts, their correct grade, etc. Update by September 11th to be entered into the next drawing!

Congrats to the Shore Family for winning the August drawing!

Update your Info

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

Youth Worship Volunteers

Claim your spot now to participate in worship! Opportunities to greet visitors, read scripture, light candles, collect offering, play music, and sing!

See Roles & Dates

Discipleship 2022

October 2022 - May 2023

Every 3rd Sunday 5pm-6pm

We're excited for a new opportunity for discipleship this fall! Join us for rich discussion, visits from special guests, media clips, dinner, and a concluding trip to Washington, DC in June 2023 to explore various houses of worship and some sightseeing!

Sept (orientation)
Oct 16
Nov 20
Dec 18
Jan 16 (Winter Retreat)
Feb 19
Mar 19
April 16
May 21
June (DC Trip)

Youth Spotlight

Special thanks to Bridget D & Christopher D for volunteering with Charlotte Pride 2022 and representing our church well!

Congratulations to Lucy B on making the Volleyball team at Middle School!

Tell us all the good things your youth have going on by emailing Rev. Tara at TGibbs@myersparkbaptist.org

Fall Schedule

*subject to change*

Mark Your Calendars!

September Theme:

Welcome Back & Hispanic Heritage

4pm Youth Block

October Theme:

Spooky Season & Oktoberfest

4pm Youth Block

November Theme:

Art of Gratitude

4pm Youth Block

Mark Your Calendars

Sept 11: Churchwide Welcome Sunday & Lunch

Sept 18: Youth Block Returns

Oct 15: Youth Retreat (Local)

Oct 16: Discipleship Begins 3rd Sun

Nov 20: Service According to Youth (S.A.Y.)

Nov 27: NO YOUTH BLOCK

RSVP for Sept 11 LUNCH

Join us on the Cornwell lawn for lunch and the ministry fair on Welcome Sunday Sept 1, 2022 immediately following worship!

Parent/Caretaker Resources

New Resource List

Check out this growing list of resources to support you and your youth. From spiritual, to mental health, to just local fun, we are growing this list to be more helpful to you! You may also share resource suggestions with Rev. Tara by email.

View the List