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Hello, First Community Youth Ministry!
This Sunday
- Join us in Worship!
- Crossroads, 6 pm
This Wednesday
- Heart to Heart Volunteering, 5 pm
- The Gathering / Midweek Missions / Youth Choir, 5:30 pm
More
- Register for the Mexico Mission Trip!
- Order Akita Coffee Cake
Save the Date!
- Adopt-a-Family, December 11
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This Sunday!
Crossroads
Sundays, 6 – 7 pm
First Community North (3777 Dublin Rd.)
This week, we're continuing our 5-week series called Jesus 101. We hear about Jesus all the time, but who is this fellow we follow?
Jesus 101 Series
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Nov. 6: Friendship Stories. Learn about the Disciples, and how Jesus valued deep friendship and community.
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Nov. 13: Inclusion Stories. Learn about times Jesus ate with, reached out to, and built community with people on the margins.
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Nov. 20: Miracle Stories. Learn about the miracles Jesus performed, like feeding 5,000 people. Did these really happen? What can we take away from unbelievable stories?
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Nov. 27: Teaching Stories. Learn about the (confusing!) parables Jesus told. How can we understand them today?
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Dec. 4: Healing Stories. Hear stories of times Jesus healed people. What does “healing” really mean?
Here's the plan:
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Meet in the Crossroads Room. Enter through the main Sanctuary doors. Leaders will guide you to the big room with couches.
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Full-group gathering. Jimmy and Sarah will introduce our activity with a game and short message.
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Small group time. We'll split into small groups to discuss, create artwork, plan skits, or complete guided activities using short Bible stories about Jesus.
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Come together. As always, we'll end with a short closing prayer!
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Akita Coffee Cake
Order by November 13
Pick Up November 21-22
Akita Coffee Cake is back! This original-recipe, made-from-scratch breakfast treat has been a staple of the Camp Akita dining hall for decades. Order your pre-made coffee cake(s) and enjoy a slice of Camp Akita on Thanksgiving morning!
Here's how it works:
- Place your order by Sunday, November 13. Coffee cakes come in two sizes: 8”x8” for $10 and 9”x13” for $15.
- We will bake all orders from scratch at Camp Akita.
- Pick up your order at First Community North (3777 Dublin Rd.) on November 21-22.
Did we mention sales support our campers? All proceeds benefit the Camp Akita Scholarship Fund! For questions, email info@campakita.org
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Registration Open!
Mexico Mission Trip 2023
March 14 - 22
Grades 9-12 are invited to a life-changing experience. Work hard during the day, then camp out under the stars at night. Build relationships with a family, then hand over the keys to their new home. The Mexico Mission Trip invites high schoolers to expand global perspectives, become immersed in a new culture, and think deeply about our call to serve. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Registration closes November 30!
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New!
The Gathering
Wednesdays
5:30 pm at North
Wednesdays will be full of opportunities for involvement at First Community North this fall!
Join us each Wednesday evening for the following:
5:30 pm: snacks and pizza
5:45 pm: short worship with devotion and music
6 - 7 pm: split into age group activities. Adults are invited to a clergy-led Bible study. Grades K-8 are invited to...
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Midweek Missions. Youth are invited to do projects that support both the church and the wider community through meaningful projects. A central focus of Midweek is on building empathy as a path to seeing the humanity of all people. Midweek Missions is led by Julie Richards.
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Junior Choir. After Midweek Missions, youth in grades 4-8 will rehearse as part of the Junior Choir. The rehearsals for Junior Choir focus on music reading skills as well as how to take a leadership role during worship. They will perform in worship on select Sundays.
Learn about more opportunities for musical involvement, including Youth Bell Choir and opportunities for high schoolers, at the Youth Choirs link below:
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Every Wednesday!
Youth Volunteering at Heart to Heart
Wednesdays, 5 - 6:30 pm
South (1320 Cambridge Blvd.)
Join us each Wednesday to help prepare grocery bags for the clients at Heart to Heart Food Pantry! Our weekly mission begins on Wednesday, September 21.
Who can get involved? Anyone in grades 6-12 is welcome to serve with us! Middle school parents: we strongly encourage you to attend with your child the first time they volunteer at Heart to Heart. Once they get to know the tasks, they're welcome to come on their own!
Required: Minor Waiver. All participants under 18 must bring a waiver the first time you volunteer. Click here to find the Minor Waiver.
Required: Sign-Up. Spots are limited for each Wednesday evening and signing up is required. Click below to sign up! Note: if you are signing up yourself and your child, be sure to occupy two volunteer spots.
Wednesdays don't work? Sign up for a different Heart to Heart shift! High schoolers are welcome without a parent, but middle schoolers must be accompanied by an adult for regular Heart to Heart shifts. Find out more and sign up on Heart to Heart's website.
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New this year!
Bring Food Donations to Crossroads
Every Sunday
Let's be a force for good! We invite you to bring donations for our Heart to Heart food pantry to Crossroads on Sundays. Youth staff will deliver donations to Heart to Heart on Wednesdays when we volunteer. In order to be the best help for our food pantry, please only donate items on this list!
Heart to Heart needs...
- Peanut Butter and Jelly
- Spaghetti noodles and sauce
- Pancake mix and syrup
- Cereal and shelf-stable milk
- Canned Vegetables (not beans)
- Canned Hearty Soups
- Baby Wipes and Diapers (esp. size 5-7)
- Toiletries (toothpaste, soap, lotion, etc.)
Heart to Heart Needs Your Help!
Supply chain issues have deeply affected Heart to Heart; we are not receiving as much from Mid-Ohio Food Bank and clients are receiving less food as a result. Additionally, volunteers have dropped since school has started. Please consider donating food or volunteering. This is a great mission for families of all shapes and sizes; there are volunteer slots nearly every day of the week. Find out more here:
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Adopt-a-Family
Sunday, December 11
5 – 7 pm
In place of Crossroads on December 11, we will purchase and wrap Christmas gifts for families in need. Please note the extended time.
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More Ways to Get Involved
For Families
Worship
*November 6: 9 and 11 am services at North only!*
Join us in worship each Sunday. If you want to see me, catch up, or introduce yourself, I'll be at the 9 am and 11 am services every Sunday!
- 9 am at North (Grace Hall): Contemporary Service with the Common Grace band.
- 10 am at South (Sanctuary): Traditional Service
- 11 am at North (Sanctuary): Traditional Service
Events
Find out what's going on in the life of our church:
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I look forward to getting to know our amazing group of youth (and their families) better and better as time goes on. Please let me know if you have any questions in the meantime by replying to this email. I'd love to chat with you!
In faith,
Sarah
Rev. Sarah C. Kientz
Minister to Youth and Camp Akita
First Community | Where Everyone Is Accepted
3777 Dublin Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43221
she/her
skientz@fcchurch.com | sarah@campakita.org
FCchurch.com | CampAkita.org
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COVID Policies
Masks Optional in Youth Programs
- Masks are optional for all children’s and youth programming.
- This policy is subject to change. Masks may be required again if case numbers rise or if staff determines that special circumstances require masks.
- All staff and volunteers who work with children and youth must be fully vaccinated against COVID (policy implemented Fall 2021).
Do your part!
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We encourage children, youth, volunteers, and staff to help protect one another. Take time away if you are ill and wear a mask when you are recovering from cold, flu, or COVID.
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Please get vaccinated and boosted. This is the best way to protect yourself and others! Learn about and find vaccine locations here.
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Important Resources
Need some extra support? Use these resources or reply to this email. I can provide conversation and referrals.
Suicide Lifeline. In immediate danger? Call 911. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has a new number: call 988. It provides free and confidential support for you or your loved ones. Learn more about local suicide prevention resources through Nationwide Children's Suicide Prevention.
Mental Health Crises. The Franklin County Youth Psychiatric Crisis Line provides 24/7 services for non-life-threatening crises. Ages 17 and under: (614) 722-1800; 18 and older: (614) 276-CARE (2273). Learn more about local mental health resources through Nationwide Children's Crisis Services.
Domestic Violence & Teen Dating Abuse. In immediate danger? Call 911. For domestic violence resources, visit thehotline.org. Young people who have concerns about their relationships can text 22522 or visit loveisrespect.org.
LGBTQ+ Support. The Trevor Project provides affirming resources for LGBTQ+ youth and families. Text START to 678-678. In crisis, feeling suicidal, or need a judgement-free space to talk? Call the TrevorLifeline at 1-866-488-7386.
Sexual Health Resources. Nationwide Children's Hospital provides a program called AwkTalk, free videos that help parents discuss sexual health, puberty, and healthy relationships. Each video is less than 10 minutes, provides medically accurate information, and can be viewed at any time.
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First Community Church | 3777 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43221
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