The
Information is available online at www.altamons.com.
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Children's Church
Children's Church is provided on the 2nd Sunday of each month for children ages 5 to 10 during the 11:00 a.m.
Worship Service. Lee and Emily Walker coordinate this ministry for the church. In 2010, we will be learning what is an Acolyte, what are their
responsibilities, why we perform them, and how to do so correctly. Also, children will become familiar with their House of Worship, focus on Worship
and how the Order of Worship is organized in a meaningful and powerful way, how Ritual and Liturgy is involved in that, and will be celebrating the
Christian Year as we go along. All of this will be presented in a fun, age-appropriate, interactive way that we pray will reap amazing fruit
that will be evident in the life of the children and the church!
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Conference Mission Opportunities
There are numerous opportunites for youth to go with other groups across the state on mission trips.
Check out this web site to find district, state,
and worldwide opportunities to go on a mission trip.
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Cub Scouts
Last summer, we started a Cub Scout Pack for the Pembroke community. We currently
have over 35 boys participating and are always looking for more to join. Please see the link to the left for more information or contact Thomas Kozikowski
at tkoz42@pemtel.net.
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Devozine
A
print and web-based magazine for
youth is available through the
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District Youth Opportunities
You
can always check out the District's youth events by visiting their web site.
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P.R.A.Y. (Programs of Religious Activities with Youth)
In connection with our Scouting Ministry, we are now offering the P.R.A.Y Program.
P.R.A.Y. is a not-for-profit organization best known for religious awards programs. The P.R.A.Y. program helps young people to develop a deeper
relationship with God and to understand how God is active in their lives and in the world around them. We are providing this program primarily for boys and girls in scouting to be able to earn religious
awards, however, you do not have to be a scout to participate.
********************************************* Teen Bible Study We offer a Teen Bible Study for those 13 and up on Wednesday nights
at 6:30 p.m. This study meets for an hour and discusses topics of interest selected by the teens. Currently, we are using "The Top 20 Messages for Youth
Ministry" curriculum. The Teen Bible Study also participates in other activites to enhance
what is being taught in the classroom and a lifestyle rooted in faith. ********************************************* Vacation Bible School The Pembroke First United Methodist Church's held its annual
Vacation Bible School in July. This year's theme was "Crocodile Dock" and the children had a great time while learning that God is with us, God is powerful,
God does what He says He'll do, God gives us life, and God cares for us!! FEAR NOT!
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community-wide youth group meets at The youth
group is divided into four sections: Upcoming Schedule January
January 17th - Parents' Meeting at 4:30 p.m., Souper Bowl Collection Begins
January 22nd thru 24th - Senior High Youth Group Members to Resurrection 2010 in TN
January 24th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
January 31st - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m. February
February 7th - Souper Bowl of Caring Party for Youth Group Members at 6:00 p.m.
February 14th - Heart Havens Fundraising Lunch at 12:30 p.m., Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
February 20th - Winter Place Ski Trip for Older Children at 9:00 a.m.
February 21st - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
February 27th - DISNEY LIVE! Rockin' Road Show for Younger Children in Roanoke at 12:30 p.m.
February 28th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m. March
March 6th and 7th - Youth Lock-In at the Church Beginning at 6:00 p.m.
March 7th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
March 14th - Youth Group to Camp Alta Mons for Lunch 12:30 p.m., No Regular Youth Group
March 21st - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
March 27th - Youth Fundraiser at 8:00 a.m.
March 28th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m. April
April 3rd - Easter Egg Hunt at 11:00 a.m.
April 11th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
April 18th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
April 25th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m. May
May 1st - Youth Group Fundraiser
May 2nd - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
May 16th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
May 20th - Youth Group Fundraiser
May 23rd - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
May 28th and 29th - Youth Group Working at Craig Springs (Disciples of Christ) Church Camp June
June 6th - Youth Group at 4:30 p.m.
June 13th - Youth Group Party at 4:30 p.m.
June 19th - Youth Group Service Saturday
GOD AND ME (1st - 3rd Grade) - The "God and Me" curriculum is designed to help children become best friends with Jesus and tell their story of “God and Me”
together. Children learn that God is their Creator and that God calls
them by name, and they can give praise to God. As they tell parallel stories of
their own birth and the birth of Jesus, they proclaim that Jesus was born to be their Savior. Children are encouraged to talk and listen to
God as they share from their heart. As children learn to lean on God as their Good Shepherd, they are challenged to reach out and be “good shepherds” to those around them. This class just
concluded for this school year and will be offered again next summer or early fall.
GOD AND FAMILY (4th & 5th Grade) - The "God and Family" curriculum is designed to help youth understand the importance of family and
God’s role in a healthy family. Children read about different families in the Bible, and to remember
these lessons, children compare families and “pizza.” The six steps for making pizza give students a concrete, “hands-on” model on which to
build their understanding of God’s love for their families. They make a pizza as they study how families can grow together in God’s love, and
they choose “family projects” to be done with their family at home. Our church offered this class during the fall months. It will be offered
again next year.
GOD AND CHURCH (6th - 8th Grade) - The "God and Church" program leads young people on a faith journey with three parts: meeting Jesus,
worshiping God, and witnessing and ministering for Christ. Participants create either a video or a photo album to share what they learn.
Young people have the opportunity to work with their pastor or other Christian adult as they study the church's
structures and objectives and participate in service projects that give them a better understanding of the mission of the church. Plans are to offer this class
in the upcoming months.
GOD AND LIFE (9th - 12th Grade) - The "God and Life" curriculum is the final program in the P.R.A.Y. series and focuses on the life of the Apostle Paul as
recorded in Acts 9:1-31. If there is sufficient interest, this class will also be offered.
For more information, contact Kim Medley
at kkmedley@vt.edu.
Primary 1 (Age 4 to 1st Grade) - Led by Sherry Gallo
Primary 2 (2nd Grade to 4th Grade) - Led by Pam Williams
Junior (5th Grade to 8th Grade) - Led by Sharon Farmer
Senior (9th Grade to 12th Grade) - Led by Bryan Moretz
