Quick Reminders
- This weeks "Dinner w/ Sean" will be here at the building at 5:30 pm. Bring $4 and we will eat in the gym together!
- This Saturday from 10:30am-1pm is our Homeless Outreach at Gateway. Many of the teens have pledged to be a part of this ministry. I hope that you can make it & help serve the homeless in our community.
- We began new classes on Sunday. We have started what I am calling "Blueprint" for both the middle and high school students. The purpose of this time is for them to begin to lay a foundation of biblical purpose in their lives and build a life that is focused on who God wants them to be.
- Wednesday Night we continue our series on "Focus", which has been all about learning to focus in on the goals & dreams that God has for us. This week we talk about the "what if's" in life and how do we overcome those fears and road blocks that keep us from doing God's purpose for our lives.
- The Spring Retreat is coming up fast. There is plenty of space available (this is NOT a limited trip). Please be making plans to attend. All the details are on the link to your right ------> labeled Spring Retreat 2012. I really want ALL of our students to be there. This is a weekend that will change our group FOREVER (in a good way)!!!!!
I think that is all I have right now. If you still need to download and print off a February Newsletter, you can do so HERE
If there is anything you need or for us to pray over, let me know!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
February 2012
Lots of things happening in February.
Here is what you need to know! (You can also print all this off as a nice Newsletter by clicking HERE)
Feb. 5th - Panama Missions Meeting - This is a mandatory meeting if you are interested in going on our mission to the country of Panama. We will discuss details and you will be able to apply for the trip. This will be at 11:30 am following worship in the Teen Room.
Feb. 5th - Super Bowl Party @ the Ray's house -
Address: 1752 Bright Leaf Circle Cantonment, FL 32533
Time: 5 pm - game ends
What to bring: Guys a 2liter of soda & a bag of chips, Girls a dessert
BRING A FRIEND!!!
Feb. 8th - Parent Leadership Council Meeting - 7:35 in Room 22 if you are interested in "dreaming & planning" for the future of GSM
Feb. 10th - Movie Night in the Teen Room - 6:30-10pm. Eat before you come and bring your own Candy. Soda & Popcorn will be provided
Feb. 18th - Homeless Outreach - 10:30am-1 pm
March 2-4th - Spring Retreat - Really Want EVERYONE to be there! It will change our Group! The full details are HERE. Sign up today!
Also don't forget our Weekly Share Group meetings at 5:30-7:15pm.
Sunday School classes are at 9am. Starting Feb. 12th we are going to have doughnuts and coffee for you!
Also, GSM LIVE (Our Wednesday Nights) kicks off a new series called "Focus" this week. Be here at 6:30 pm.
Hope everyone has a great week and don't forget our OUTREACHES for this year. Look at the post below for all of that information!
Here is what you need to know! (You can also print all this off as a nice Newsletter by clicking HERE)
Feb. 5th - Panama Missions Meeting - This is a mandatory meeting if you are interested in going on our mission to the country of Panama. We will discuss details and you will be able to apply for the trip. This will be at 11:30 am following worship in the Teen Room.
Feb. 5th - Super Bowl Party @ the Ray's house -
Address: 1752 Bright Leaf Circle Cantonment, FL 32533
Time: 5 pm - game ends
What to bring: Guys a 2liter of soda & a bag of chips, Girls a dessert
BRING A FRIEND!!!
Feb. 8th - Parent Leadership Council Meeting - 7:35 in Room 22 if you are interested in "dreaming & planning" for the future of GSM
Feb. 10th - Movie Night in the Teen Room - 6:30-10pm. Eat before you come and bring your own Candy. Soda & Popcorn will be provided
Feb. 18th - Homeless Outreach - 10:30am-1 pm
March 2-4th - Spring Retreat - Really Want EVERYONE to be there! It will change our Group! The full details are HERE. Sign up today!
Also don't forget our Weekly Share Group meetings at 5:30-7:15pm.
Sunday School classes are at 9am. Starting Feb. 12th we are going to have doughnuts and coffee for you!
Also, GSM LIVE (Our Wednesday Nights) kicks off a new series called "Focus" this week. Be here at 6:30 pm.
Hope everyone has a great week and don't forget our OUTREACHES for this year. Look at the post below for all of that information!
Friday, January 27, 2012
Big Dreams for 2012 - Cows, Kids, & The Homeless
For 2012 God has laid on our Hearts the desire to Help Others. This was born out of the idea that Helping Others is what we are supposed to be all about. Jesus never preached to go to church more, church is important, but that was not his messages. It was to LOVE GOD & LOVE OTHERS. So this year GSM has made some BIG goals to do this. I will lay them out below.
Buy A COW (Maybe a bunch of them)
We see cows all the time. Driving down the road, at the fair, or even in the back fields at Camp. Cows are something we take for granted in this country. But in certain areas of the world, a Cow can change everything. In many remote villages that have very little food, water, and money, a Cow can provide a new way of life. The cow isn't a one time meal for the village. The cow provides milk, which provides $ to the village. The cow provides labor to better tend crops, which provides more food & an economy. A cow changes everything.
We are going to buy a cow this year, maybe more than one.
Watch this video to get an idea of the importance of a Cow.
Each Cow cost $500. How will we do this? Here is how:
- GSM teens will talk to their friends & inspire them
- Talk to their schools, maybe get a chance to speak in an assembly (schools view private fundraisers differently, so please talk with your school administrators)
- Talk to FCA or First Priority at School
- Host a "COW" Party
- No anonymous hand out donations. (like a jar at the gas station)
These are just a few ideas. The goal is to interact with their peers to tell the story of the Cow and it's importance. This is to light a fire of outreach amongst our teens to share Jesus with their friends.
FEED & Educate 100's of Children
We are partnering with Hello Somebody to help support children in Rwanda. A mere $25 supports 100 children with 2 meals a day and helping them go to school.
Watch this video to get an idea of this ministry.
- We will buy/sell really cool Hello Somebody watches at $25, each watch helps 100 kids
- Sell Hello Somebody t-shirts
- Sell GSM t-shirts at $15 each. The profit from these will go directly to donate to the school in Rwanda. We will design new shirts to sell throughout the year.
I have challenged our teens, instead of a night at the movies or that expensive dinner at Olive Garden. Save their money and support Hello Somebody.
This is a great starting place for GSM to open there minds and hearts to those in desperate poverty around the world.
Homeless Outreach
You may be asking, Sean, that is great and all, but what about all the people locally that need help? Well, I am glad you asked. Gateway holds a monthly Homeless Outreach that is AWESOME! We provide food, supplies, clothes, showers, haircuts, and many other things. This ministry is growing and growing. We had over 100 at our last Outreach. We need help. The teens need to get involved. Some may not feel comfortable in 1 on 1 situations with the homeless, and that is okay (we don't want them 1 on 1 anyway), but there is a lot of service to be done. Passing out food, helping give out supplies, helping in the clothes closet, or with clean up. Over time they will become less apprehensive of the Homeless and realize that this are great people and people who are CLOSE to Jesus' heart. The teens have committed themselves to be a part of this ministry a certain number of times this year.
Here is a video to give you an idea about Gateway's H.O.M.E. events
It is time for GSM to stop thinking about what we want and start thinking about what God wants for us. These are some HUGE dreams and goals that I believe God has put before us in 2012. But I believe with every fiber of my being, that God will use us to do all of this if we get our selfishness out of the way and let Him move us.
To Teens, I am so grateful for how excited you are about this. These goals are now in your hands to let God use you. Let's talk and brainstorm about ways to make it happen! I am praying for you!
Parents, please pray for GSM in all of this and encourage and push your teens to look beyond their wants and to WANT to Help Others!
Buy A COW (Maybe a bunch of them)
We see cows all the time. Driving down the road, at the fair, or even in the back fields at Camp. Cows are something we take for granted in this country. But in certain areas of the world, a Cow can change everything. In many remote villages that have very little food, water, and money, a Cow can provide a new way of life. The cow isn't a one time meal for the village. The cow provides milk, which provides $ to the village. The cow provides labor to better tend crops, which provides more food & an economy. A cow changes everything.
We are going to buy a cow this year, maybe more than one.
Watch this video to get an idea of the importance of a Cow.
Each Cow cost $500. How will we do this? Here is how:
- GSM teens will talk to their friends & inspire them
- Talk to their schools, maybe get a chance to speak in an assembly (schools view private fundraisers differently, so please talk with your school administrators)
- Talk to FCA or First Priority at School
- Host a "COW" Party
- No anonymous hand out donations. (like a jar at the gas station)
These are just a few ideas. The goal is to interact with their peers to tell the story of the Cow and it's importance. This is to light a fire of outreach amongst our teens to share Jesus with their friends.
FEED & Educate 100's of Children
We are partnering with Hello Somebody to help support children in Rwanda. A mere $25 supports 100 children with 2 meals a day and helping them go to school.
Watch this video to get an idea of this ministry.
New Hello Rwanda from the Field from Hello Somebody on Vimeo.
Some teens are committing to helping 1000 or more kids this year. WOW! Here is how:- We will buy/sell really cool Hello Somebody watches at $25, each watch helps 100 kids
- Sell Hello Somebody t-shirts
- Sell GSM t-shirts at $15 each. The profit from these will go directly to donate to the school in Rwanda. We will design new shirts to sell throughout the year.
I have challenged our teens, instead of a night at the movies or that expensive dinner at Olive Garden. Save their money and support Hello Somebody.
This is a great starting place for GSM to open there minds and hearts to those in desperate poverty around the world.
Homeless Outreach
You may be asking, Sean, that is great and all, but what about all the people locally that need help? Well, I am glad you asked. Gateway holds a monthly Homeless Outreach that is AWESOME! We provide food, supplies, clothes, showers, haircuts, and many other things. This ministry is growing and growing. We had over 100 at our last Outreach. We need help. The teens need to get involved. Some may not feel comfortable in 1 on 1 situations with the homeless, and that is okay (we don't want them 1 on 1 anyway), but there is a lot of service to be done. Passing out food, helping give out supplies, helping in the clothes closet, or with clean up. Over time they will become less apprehensive of the Homeless and realize that this are great people and people who are CLOSE to Jesus' heart. The teens have committed themselves to be a part of this ministry a certain number of times this year.
Here is a video to give you an idea about Gateway's H.O.M.E. events
It is time for GSM to stop thinking about what we want and start thinking about what God wants for us. These are some HUGE dreams and goals that I believe God has put before us in 2012. But I believe with every fiber of my being, that God will use us to do all of this if we get our selfishness out of the way and let Him move us.
To Teens, I am so grateful for how excited you are about this. These goals are now in your hands to let God use you. Let's talk and brainstorm about ways to make it happen! I am praying for you!
Parents, please pray for GSM in all of this and encourage and push your teens to look beyond their wants and to WANT to Help Others!
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
1.10.12
Welcome to 2012! After a few weeks of trips, we are getting back to our weekly updates.
I hope that the holiday season treated you well and you enjoyed any time off you may have gotten.
Here are a few things on the horizon:
1. Share Group - January 15 - We start share group back up this Sunday Night, 5:30-7:15.
2. Parent/Teen Potluck - January 22 - We will have a luncheon following worship on Sunday. Please bring your favorite side dish or main entree to share. THIS MEETING IS IMPORTANT!!!!! You need to be here with your Teen. We will be going over a lot of plans and dreams for 2012, and I will be asking for your involvement in a lot of this.
3. Spring Retreat - March 2-4th - Our Retreat will be in Panama City this year and will cost $65 per Teen. (Some Financial Assistance is available). The Theme is "MOVE" and we will be talking a lot about letting God move in our lives and working on some Leadership Training for our group. Your Teen WILL NOT want to miss this. I am also looking for volunteers to help cook and simply be present. If you are interested in coming let me know.
Give your Teens A Break! I know Exams are going on this week. Let your teen take a quick break from studying by getting them to Worship this Wednesday night! The message for tomorrow night is "I Want Hope". Along with the message, I am showing a powerful video of some friends who in their darkest moments, saw God's Hope shine through. Your teen won't want to miss it.
Those are the few things I have right now. I will talk more about our schedule at the Potluck! Have a blessed week.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
"I WANT..."
As the Christmas season is upon us we hear two words constantly, "I WANT...". Often these words are followed by things and stuff that we desire. This holiday season, we will be challenging ourselves to "WANT" more than that. So be sure to join us at 6:30 over the next few weeks as we desire to "Want" more out of life.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
December
The big guy in the red suit will be making his way down our chimneys pretty soon. But before he does, here are a few quick reminders of things GSM has going on in December.
December 4th - Christmas Program Planning Day - We are assisting with the Christmas program this year and need to plan out our part. Please make plans to stay after morning worship all day with us. Bring clothes to change into and money for lunch. Pick up after share group at 7:15pm (Side note: If you don't want to act or be "in" the program, there is plenty of behind the scenes stuff that needs to get done and we could use your help there)
December 4th - Christmas Program Planning Day - We are assisting with the Christmas program this year and need to plan out our part. Please make plans to stay after morning worship all day with us. Bring clothes to change into and money for lunch. Pick up after share group at 7:15pm (Side note: If you don't want to act or be "in" the program, there is plenty of behind the scenes stuff that needs to get done and we could use your help there)
December 10th - GSM Christmas Party - 6-8pm in the Teen Room. Please bring $5 to cover the cost of dinner and I ask that each teen bring a gift for a game of "Dirty Santa". We are also doing an "ugliest/tackiest Christmas sweater/shirt" contest. Feel free to dress in the tackiest/ugliest Christmas thing you can find.
December 11th - Gateway Christmas Program - This will be in lieu of evening worship. Please make plans to attend and be a part of this. (Refer to the above for what the Teens are doing to be a part of this)
December 18th - Gateway Chili Basketball Classic - Following a short evening devotional is our annual Young vs. Old in a game of Hoops. Their will be hot dogs and chili for everyone to enjoy. This event is a fundraiser for Lithuania Missions.
December 11th - Gateway Christmas Program - This will be in lieu of evening worship. Please make plans to attend and be a part of this. (Refer to the above for what the Teens are doing to be a part of this)
December 18th - Gateway Chili Basketball Classic - Following a short evening devotional is our annual Young vs. Old in a game of Hoops. Their will be hot dogs and chili for everyone to enjoy. This event is a fundraiser for Lithuania Missions.
December 28-31st - Youth In Action - This is a youth rally in Nashville, TN. Please look at the website for full details. CLICK HERE. Spots are going fast.
I believe that is all for right now. If you have any questions, let Sean know.
I believe that is all for right now. If you have any questions, let Sean know.
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