New Year's Eve Bash

New Year's Eve Bash!
Bring in the new year with your friends at ADCOC. Bring your favorite friends, card games, board games, and video games. There will be tournaments and food.

This Friday, Dec 31: 9PM-1AM at Airline Drive Church of Christ


RSVP on Facebook or in the Teen Room to help us make sure we get enough food!

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Service Opportunities this week 12/20

Take advantage of your time off to help others... and earn service credits if you still need them.

The Lunch Kitchen needs extra volunteers this week!  Please come join in the fun!  There are many great ways to help out:

Thursday morning from 7:00am to 9:00am, we will be passing out breakfast in the front parking lot to anyone driving by who wants to stop.  We need volunteers to help hand out the meals and spread a little cheer that morning.  The breakfast box will include a pamphlet with information about the Lunch Kitchen, the Mustard Seed Clinic and also our Candlelight Service.

Friday will be our BIG GIVE day!  We will be having festivities all day in the small auditorium for the families that come to the Kitchen.  Many do not have anyone else this Christmas, so we want to make this day special.  If you or your family can donate an hour or two of your time just to come and be a friend, it would be great!  The schedule will be as follows:

11:30am to 1:00pm :  Christmas Lunch
1:00pm - 2:00pm:  Holiday Bingo!
2:00pm - 4:00pm:  How the Grinch Stole Christmas movie
4:00pm - 5:00pm:  Big Give Basket and Toy Giveaway
5:00pm - 6:00pm:  Soup Dinner
6:00pm - 6:45pm:  Everyone invited to attend Candlelight Service

If you can donate a casserole dish of Dressing for the Christmas Lunch, or a few dozen sugar cookies for the kids to decorate, please let Holly Schreiber know.  Her email address is hollymmoore@gmail.com.  We hope to see you!

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Pictures from the Red River Rake

Make sure you check out the pictures from the Red River Rake!  We raked four yards this year and had a blast doing it.  Give these students a pat on the back and a word of encouragement next time you see them!  I'm thankful for their hearts of service!

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Winterfest 2011

Winterfest is January 14-16, 2011.  It will be taking place in Arlington, TX.  It is $70 to attend.

Deadline to sign up for Winterfest is Wednesday, December 8.

Money is due Wednesday, December 15.

This guarantees your spot.  Right now there are 20 spots available.  Get your money in soon to make sure you have a spot.

We'll meet at the church that Friday (Jan. 14) at 3:30PM.  We're staying at the Baymont Inn & Suites again this year.  We'll be back at Airline on Sunday at 2:30PM.

Everyone going will need money for four meals during the trip.

You can check out winterfest.org for more information and to see who's going to be there.

* Remember, you need 3 service credits to go to Winterfest.  The Red River Rake counts as one.  Any students that want to help at the Children's Christmas Party December 4, 10AM-12PM will also receive a service credit.

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Christmas Party

The Student Ministry Christmas Party is Dec. 11th

It will be at the Zeno's from 6:00-8:00PM.

We'll eat together and play Dirty Santa.  Don't spend more than $5 on a "gift."

If you need directions, ask me or Mone't.

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Red River Rake 2010

UPDATE: Make sure your t-shirt size is on the sign up list if you want a t-shirt.  Bring $5 for your shirt on Sunday.  If I don't have your size or your money then I will not have a shirt for you.


Red River Rake is this Sunday (Dec. 5th)!
Deadline to sign up is tomorrow, December 1st.  If you are not on the list by tomorrow night, you will not have a seat on Sunday.  This counts as a service credit.

Details, details:

1. Bring your rakes, gloves, etc.  Anything you have to help.
2. You need to bring a change of clothes to church. You will be raking in these. It will be cold so dress accordingly. Watch the weather!
3. We will eat together after church so bring money to eat.
4. After we eat, we will rake!
5. We will make 4 or 5 stops.
6. We will head to University CoC by 4:45PM for the area-wide.
7. We will eat dinner there and be done by 9:00PM.
8. Therefore, we will be back at Airline by 9:30PM.

*Anyone is welcome to join us.  We will be carpooling with adult drivers.  


Missed anything?
Leaving after church so bring a change of clothes.
Bring money for lunch.
Area-wide at 5:00PM.
Back at Airline by 9:30PM

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Form for submitting Questions online

Some of you asked for an online form to submit questions so here it is.  We will begin answering questions next week.

We will take 1 or more Wednesday nights to answer your questions. There will be a panel of people that will be answering questions to the best of their knowledge. I will not guarantee that every question will be answered but do not let that keep you from asking! Don't ever be afraid to ask questions. 

Remember, these questions are about church, theology, God, beliefs, doctrine, religions, Jesus, the Bible, communion, worship, etc. Make sure you put your name if you want us to know who asked or if you think we might need more clarification. That way we can contact you. You can ask up to three questions on this form. If three is not enough, submit your first three and then click on the link again.

Please be as clear and specific as your question allows.



Click this link to access the form:
https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dEdacjRUR3docTNUYkx2cmZaWnl5b1E6MQ

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Pictures from Fall Retreat 2010

The pictures from the Fall Retreat are now on Facebook.  If you have anymore you can add them too!

It was a great weekend and we are all better equipped to survive Zombie Attacks!  Rusty and Joel did an excellent job leading us in thought and in worship.  We are grateful for their time and energy put into making the weekend a success.  Thanks to all of those that came and for the adults that helped out.  We couldn't have done it without you!

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Fall Retreat Times & Packing List

How to Survive a Zombie Attack


Fall Retreat 2010
Meet at the church at 7:30AM on Saturday, November 13
We'll be back at church at 3:00PM Sunday, November 14
Bring money for fast food lunch on the way back.


Packing List
Bedding/Sleeping bag/pillow
Towel
Bible
Toiletries
Clothes to play games (kickball, zip line, capture the flag)
Shoes
Jacket (It looks like it could be much colder this year!)
Money for fast food on our way back Sunday

I'll keep on eye on the weather for the weekend.  Hopefully it will be rain-free but I will try to keep everyone posted.

We are only staying ONE night and will load our luggage in the vans with us so don't over pack.  :)
We're down to the wire!  Your money was due last Wednesday.  I still need A LOT of forms and money.  Get this stuff turned in ASAP.  Don't forget you need a service credit too!  Most of you have done well with this.  Keep it up!

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Names of God and speaking schedule

Sunday mornings we have been studying the Names of God.  When you know someone well you know their name and you know their nicknames.  Throughout the Bible and especially the Old Testament, God has many names.  The more we know and understand these names, the better we will know God.

We've spent three or four Sundays on this and now we're changing it up a little.  We're still learning about the names of God but we're going to be hearing from each other now!

Last Sunday, those present had an opportunity to select a name of God from a big list.  They could choose their favorite name, a cool name, or just close their eyes and pick one.  Then they signed up for a day to present.  There will about 5 students presenting every week through the beginning of December.

*Some people were not present when we chose names.  There will be another opportunity to choose names on the Sundays to follow.  


This is the tentative schedule (with a week off while we're at the Fall Retreat):
November 7:
Payne F. - Adonai
Taja M. - El Emet
Rachel M. - El
Demetria R. - Yahweh Shalom
Dalton V.  - Elah Sh'maya

November 21:
Drew B. - Father
Brandon S. - I AM
Caleb B. - Elohay Kedem
Shelbi C. - Yahweh O'saynu

November 28:
Melissa G. - Yahweh Shalom
Caitlin G.  - El Shaddai
Hannah C. - Yahweh
Hannah B. - Qanna
Kylie R. - Immanu El

December 5:
Lawson S. - Elah Yisrael

Remember: If anyone needs some help don't hesitate to ask.  If you're having trouble finding where it's located in the Bible, I can tell you.  

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Fall Retreat Money Due Nov. 3rd

This serves as a reminder that your money is due for the Fall Retreat this Wednesday, November 3.  Make sure you turn in your $70.


Check back later this week for a schedule and packing list for the Fall Retreat.


If you're having a problem getting funds for the Retreat, let me know ASAP.  We can work something out.  I want you to be able to go!

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Area-wide at Minden

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Area-wide at Minden Church of Christ.
November 7.  5:30 - 7:30PM.

Meet at Airline at 4:30PM.  We'll be back by 8:15PM.  This is in place of our normal Sunday night gathering.

We'll play games, have a devotional, and share a meal together!  This is always a great time to hang out with other students.  Let me know you're coming by November 3rd so they know how much food to prepare.  Thanks!

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Service Opportunity for Oct. 30 [UPDATE]

[UPDATE: THIS HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  IT SHOULD TAKE PLACE THIS WEEKEND, NOVEMBER 6.  I WILL VERIFY BEFORE THEN.]

This Service opportunity is tomorrow (Oct. 30)!

Saturday Oct. 30th the Community Outreach ministry will be helping Meadowview Elm. School get the word out about a neighborhood meeting to improve the community. We are asking all who are interested to help us canvas the neighborhoods off of swan lake and shed rd with information about the upcoming meeting in November. We will meet at the church building at 1pm Sat.

If you still need a service credit for the Fall Retreat, this is an opportunity to earn that.  Or if you just want to serve, this is an opportunity to do just that!

You are responsible for your own transportation.

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Jack-o-lanterns from Super Saturday

We had a blast at our last Super Saturday!  The Schreiber's have the perfect place for hanging out!  Many thanks to them for letting us come out and play!  We roasted hot dogs and s'mores over an open fire, we bobbed for apples, and we carved pumpkins!

View the pictures on Facebook.

Holly took a lot of pictures for us and I'll try to upload them as soon as I can.

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Fall Retreat 2010

It's time again for our annual Fall Retreat!  Our theme this year is "How to Survive a Zombie Attack."  I know you're wondering what in the world that has to do with anything.  I could tell you right now but that would spoil some of the fun!  You'll have to come to find out!

We're heading back to Sky Ranch!  The cost is $70.  You can sign up in the Teen Room.  Sign up by October 27.  Your money is due November 3rd.  This guarantees your t-shirt and your seat on the van.  Don't let anything stop you from coming!

Everyone going must fill out a Medical Release Form and a Sky Ranch Participant Agreement.  Click on the links to access.

If you can't see the video above, click here to watch it in another window.

Think you know who the Zombies are?  Send your answers on Facebook or email.  All correct entries will be entered into a drawing to win a prize.  Winner will be selected at Sky Ranch!

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Super Saturday, Oct. 23rd

Middle school, our next Super Saturday is October 23rd.  We've got some great stuff planned for you guys.  Most importantly, it will be taking place at Derek & Holly Schreiber's.  If you've never been to their place then you're in for a treat!  Make sure you sign up in the Teen Room by October 20.  That's the Wednesday before Super Saturday.  We need to know how many to plan for.

Also, this one is free so don't let anything stop you from coming!  Let me know if you need a ride there so we can arrange that!

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Corn Maze

We're going to the Corn Maze October 16th!  This year's theme is Vexcon, as you can tell from the picture.  I have no problem admitting that I like to watch Billy the Exterminator and therefore, I'm really excited about going to this maze.  And it's my first corn maze!

The cost for the maze is $20.  That includes the Corn Maze plus a lot of extras!  We'll be going in the evening.  We'll meet at the church at 6PM on that Saturday and carpool over there.  We're going early enough so that you have an opportunity to do both mazes.  There is a normal maze, that's the one above, and a haunted maze!  They also have haunted trails.  The haunted maze starts at dark.  

Bring money for concessions if you want to eat while you're there or get any snacks.  According to the website, outside food and drink is not allowed.  You may just want to grab dinner before you come.

We'll head back to church once everyone has had their fill of fun or frights!  Parents, if you can help carpool let me know!  Thanks!

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Area-wide at Airline

Our Area-wide for October will be at Airline!   This will take place on October 10, 5:30-7:30PM.  A representative from Lipscomb University will also be here to join us!

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The Spiritual-Life Family has been working on planning the night.  They are in charge of the worship, teaching, and overall flow of the area-wide.

Social Family, you are in charge of the games for the night!  This can be what you want it to be... within reason and resource.  I'll be talking to you to get feedback on what games you want to play so be thinking about it now!

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Pictures from our last Super Saturday

These pictures are from our last Super Saturday, September 25.  It was a lot of fun and a huge success!  Everyone got plenty wet!

We played "Water in Face", Kiddie-pool Kickball, Water balloon shave, Water balloon volleyball, and had fun on the slip 'n slide too!

View all of the pictures.  Keep your eyes out for some videos coming too!  Jerry Martin captured all the memories for us.

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2010-2011 Calendar + Projected Costs

Airline Student Ministry
The Events

September
·      Bossier Kids Day Out (Sep. 18)
·      High school Cookout (Sep. 18, after BKDO)
·      Area-wide @ University (Sep. 19)
·      Super Saturday (Sep. 25, $10)
·      Parent & Volunteer Meeting (Sep. 26)
October
·      Volunteer Training (Oct. 3)
·      Area-wide @ Airline (Oct. 10)
·      Corn Maze (Oct. 16, $20)
·      Super Saturday (Oct. 23)
November
·      Area-wide @ Minden (Nov. 7)
·      Fall Retreat @ Sky Ranch (Nov. 13-14, $75)
December
·      Christmas Party ($5-10 gift)
January
·      Winterfest in Arlington (Jan. 14-16, $70)
February
·      Impact Sign-ups (Deposit required)
·      Super Bowl Party
March
·      Area-wide Lock-in
·      Winter Adventure (Mar 26-Apr 2, $300)
April
·      Area-wide Paintball ($30)
May
·      Senior Sunday/Celebration
·      End-of-school/Start-of-Summer Lock-in ($10)
June
·      Whitewater Rafting ($43-49 + meals + hotel)
·      Impact Jr (Jun. 17-20, $145)
·      Impact Sr (Jun. 20-25, $205)
July
·      Mission Trip ($300)
·      Lunch on the Street--Thursdays in July
August
·      Ice Cream Sunday (Back-to-school)

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Parent & Volunteer Meeting Recap

Thank you so much for being a part of our meeting!  I hope that everyone filled out a Parent Information sheet.  If you did not, please pick one up from me.  I hope you also took a copy of the Airline Student Ministry Orientation packet.  These are available in the magazine holder outside my office.  They contain important information for Parents, Volunteers, and Youth--this includes a year long calendar of major events with projected costs.  I will post the calendar and projected costs on the website also.

I won't apologize for the brevity of the meeting but I do want to keep the lines of communication open!  If you have any questions, thoughts, or ideas don't hesitate to contact me.  I want to know!

I will apologize for not thanking Nikki for preparing our meal on Sunday.  She did a wonderful job!  She also puts in as much work as me helping youth grow in their understanding and relationship with Christ.  We are a team and we are here to support you and encourage you!  And thanks to our deacons for helping clean up!

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Super Saturday this weekend

Super Saturday is this weekend!  Have you signed up yet?  Make sure you sign up by Wednesday!

Who: Middle schoolers

When: Saturday (Sep. 25), 12PM to 4PM

Where: Meet at Airline Drive Church of Christ

What to bring: $10 and clothes to get wet (and maybe a little dirty!)

Don't wear your favorite clothes or shoes!

Sign up by Wednesday and I will see you Saturday!

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Senior High Cookout + Bossier Kids Day Out

UPDATE:  THE COOKOUT IS CANCELLED. BETTER YET, IT'S POSTPONED.  WE'LL TRY TO DO IT ANOTHER TIME!


Senior High Cookout


September 18, 6-8PM
This is just for you, high schoolers.

The location will be revealed earlier in the day on the 18th during Bossier Kids Day Out.  So you can drive around looking for us at 6PM or you can come to Bossier Kids Day Out and know exactly where to be!

Bossier Kids Day Out is Sep. 18, 12-4PM.  I'll have lunch for those that come.  This is also an opportunity to earn service credits for the Fall Retreat or Winterfest.

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2010-2011 Calendar of Major Events

This is a year-long calendar of major events.  At the Parent & Volunteer Meeting I will have the projected costs for these events so you can be thinking about that too.  You'll have to be at the Meeting September 26 though!

Remember, these are the major events.  There will be other things going on but I wanted to get these out to you so you can start planning for them.

September

+ Bossier Kids Day Out (Sep. 18)

+ High-school Grill Out (Sep. 18, after BKDO)

+ Area-wide at University (Sep. 19)

+ Parent & Volunteer Meeting (Sep. 26)

October

+ Volunteer Training (Oct. 3)

+ Area-wide at Airline (Oct. 10)

+ Corn Maze (Oct. 16)

+ Super Saturday (Oct. 23)

November

+ Area-wide at Minden (Nov. 7)

+ Fall Retreat at Sky Ranch (Nov. 13-14)

December

+ Christmas Party

January

+ Winterfest in Arlington

February

+ Super Bowl Party

March

+ Area-wide Lock-in

+ Winter Adventure (during Spring Break)

April

+ Area-wide Paintball

May

+ Senior Sunday/Celebration

+ End-of-school/Start-of-Summer Lock-in

June

+ Whitewater Rafting

+ Impact Jr (June 17-20)

+ Impact Sr (June 20-25)

July

+ Mission Trip

+ Lunch on the Street

August

+ Ice Cream Sunday

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Super Saturday Recap

Super Saturday was a great success!  In case you missed it, we went to the Alligator Park in Natchitoches.  Everyone had an excellent time and I'm already looking forward to the next one!  Speaking of, the next one will be September 25.  If you missed out on this one, or just forgot to meet us at the church, then don't miss out again!  Put it on your calendar!  View the rest of the pictures here.  Or add your own to the Facebook page!

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For Middle School - Super Saturday

Middle schoolers,
Our first Super Saturday will be August 21st!  We'll meet at the building at 10:15AM and be back by 5:30PM.  Bring $10 when you come.  We'll go to a secret location and grab lunch somewhere too.

We'll have Super Saturdays throughout the school year.  And remember this is just for you, middle schoolers.  Just look at the calendar to see what else is going on!

You must sign up in the Teen Room to have a seat on the van!

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Ice Cream Sunday!

Ice Cream Sunday is this Sunday!  That's August 15th.
Where: FLC
When: 5-7PM

Here's the deal:
I'll supply the ice cream (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry).

YOU supply the toppings--whatever you can think of!  Hot chocolate, cherries, whip cream, gummi bears, jalapenos, etc.

We'll get started at 5PM and go till 7PM.  See you there!

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Game Night this Saturday

This Saturday is our last official Game Night of the Summer!  You don't want to miss it!

We're going to have it at Derek & Holly Schreiber's house.  They live in Benton.  If you need directions let me know!  Email me or call me.

UPDATE:
Admission:
Girls bring drinks!
Guys bring chips!

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Update on Mission:Here ("Lunch on the Street")

As you know, this is our last scheduled week to go downtown and eat lunch with our new friends.  I don't know about all of you but I'm not going to stop being a part of their lives after this week.  I may not be able to see them as regularly but I'm still going to make an effort.  I already know I'm going to miss those friendships and conversations and I don't want that.

For those that are interested, we can plan some weekend trips downtown to hang out and eat lunch.  Obviously, we can't do Thursdays while school is in session so Saturdays will work best.

With that said, I want to make everyone aware of the situation surrounding "Lunch on the Street" at this time.  From Cassie Hammett (Lunch on the Street coordinator and ministry leader at "The Hub"):

Lunch on the Street has been cancelled this week, and we would like for you to pray about this event with us. This week we received a call from the Shreveport Police and were told that we could no longer do Lunch on the Street in front of the courthouse. There have been complaints from down town workers about the group eating out on the sidewalk. We are in prayer about where to move the event and how to handle as we go forward. We ask that you lift up this event with us and ask that God opens doors!

Satan sure knows how to drive a wedge!  It's amazing how people can complain when you're doing something good for the community!  I ask that you guys pray as well.  I'm not sure how we cannot be allowed to meet on the sidewalk and simply eat lunch.  Pray that there is an alternative though and it's found soon!  Pray for those who complain.  Pray for those whom we won't get to meet with.  Pray for the law enforcement officials who are trying to do their job.

With great reluctance, I have to cancel Mission:Here for this Thursday.  I cannot take anyone with me when I know we've been asked not to gather.  (I won't say that I'm not going.)

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Game Night Location Change (Friday, July 16th)

Game Night this Friday, July 16th.  7-10PM.

If you read your bulletin Sunday, it said Game Night is in the FLC.  Game Night is now at Conard and Nikki's!  Come join us for a night of fun and laughter.

Bring your favorite games, whether they're board games, Wii games, or made-up games.

Email me or call if you need directions.




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Mission:Here

Mission:Here is all about us being aware of what's going on around us and how we respond.  Thursdays in July, starting the 8th, we'll meet together at the church to make PB&J sandwiches.  We'll make two sandwiches for every person.  Then we'll go to downtown Shreveport by the courthouse on Texas Street.  We'll meetup there with other people who have also brought two lunches.  We'll be taking these sandwiches to people that are hungry.  Having two sandwiches, we'll not only feed somebody, but we'll be able to eat with them.  We'll be able to build relationships and share stories.  This is an exciting opportunity to go beyond what we're used to.

If you can bring peanut butter, jelly, bread, or all three to help out that would be great!  You may already have some of this stuff lying around.  If you don't eat PB&J, that's okay.  Bring what you do eat and bring an extra of that to share.  That way people don't think we're too good to eat the stuff we're giving them because we're not.

Mission:Here
July 8, 15, 22, 29
11:30AM - 3:00PM
Sign up on Facebook to let me know you're coming.

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Canoe and Camping Trip

The Canoe Trip will take place July 9-11.

We'll leave Friday morning at 6AM and return Sunday at 6PM.  These times are subject to change.

This trip is a combination of canoeing and camping.  We will canoe for half a day on Friday, the whole day Saturday, and half a day Sunday.  Friday and Saturday nights we will camp in tents along the bank of the river.  Canoes will hold two people plus all of your belongings.  Do not overpack, your partner may not appreciate it.  Choose your partner wisely.

We are canoeing the Buffalo River in the area of St. Joe, AR.  Our canoes will be rented from Buffalo River Outfitters.  The cost will be $50, plus your supplies and food.  Also, we will have lunch (Friday) before we get on the river and lunch (Sunday) when we take out.

Supplies: (Find friends and relatives that already own this stuff and just borrow it!)

1. Waterproof Bag (they're usually bright yellow. Wal-mart had them last time I checked)
2. Shoes for the river (watershoes, tough sandals, old tennis shoes, etc.  Flip-flops will not work)
3. Ice chest (It's a good idea to share with your partner)
4. Tent (also good to share, as long as you're the same gender)
5. Tarp (good to put under your tent and good for those tents that aren't completely waterproof)
6. Sleeping bag (It will be hot, but you'll want something to cover up with at times)
7. Swimsuit (1 or 2, personal preference.  Make sure it's modest)
8. Clothes to sleep, chill in.  (For when we're not on the river.)
9. Garbage Bag (for trash)
10. Eating Utensils 
11. Plate (I've used a frisbee in the past.  It's light and doubles as... a frisbee)
12. Sunscreen
13. Shade Hat
14. Chair (Nice to have when sitting around the fire and such)
15. Towel(s)
16. Bug Spray
17. Flashlight

Toiletries:

1. Toothbrush and paste (We won't neglect our hygiene just because we're roughing it)
2. Deodorant
3. Soap and shampoo
4. Some people have said they're going to bring baby-wipes to clean with.  If you can handle that, go for it.  I can't.
5. Toilet paper 
6. Perfume Attracts bugs!

Food: Completely up to you.  Some ideas...

1. Pop-tarts (Great for morning)
2. Beef jerky (Snack)
3. I grill a couple of hamburgers (2 dinners), freeze them in foil, pack them in my ice chest and then heat them over the fire.  I usually bring buns and ketchup.
4. Saltine crackers.  
5. Powerade & Water.  I avoid soft drinks and so should you.
6. Boiled peanuts in a can. These work great when we stop for lunch.
7. I've taken vienna sausage before, sardines, chicken of the sea (it's in a bag--I don't really remember the name, I just know I get chicken, not tuna).  These are all great and go well with crackers.
8. Peanut butter & Jelly + Bread

There will be a fire at night, unless it rains a lot.  I will add to this list if I need to so check back every-so-often.  If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email me or call me.  I'm really excited about this trip and I'm looking forward to making some great memories.

As always, you cannot go without filling out a Medical Release Form and turning it in to me.

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How to receive updates straight to your phone

Parents and students,

Sometimes things happen spontaneously. Sometimes they're planned. Sometimes we forget either way. Here's a way to help that.

Anytime the blog is updated, a notification is sent through Twitter. Anytime something happens spontaneously, I send an update through Twitter. It's easy to view these tweets on Twitter or right here on the website.

Now it's even easier to stay in the loop! By simply texting "FOLLOW airlinestudents" to 40404 from your mobile phone, you will receive all of these updates directly to your phone. Pretty cool if you ask me. So go ahead and give it a try if you want!

You can also become a fan of Airline Student Ministry on Facebook by texting "fan airlinestudentministry" to 32665.


Hope this helps!

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Uplift: Packing List, Rules, Dress code

UPDATE: Make sure you bring money for 2 lunches--one during the trip there, and one on the way back.


Before we get to the good stuff remember that if you violate any of these things, your parents and Pres. Obama will be called. Your parents or Obama will pick you up from camp and we will carry on without you.


While you're packing, there are some important things to remember.
1. Do not violate the dress code.
2. It will be hot.
3. It may rain.
4. There is free time everyday where you have the option to get hot and sweaty.
5. Bring clothes to get hot and sweaty in.
6. Bring DEODORANT and CLEAN UNDERWEAR.
7. You are required to shower daily.

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From Upliftonline.com:

::WHAT TO BRING

Bring:
1. Bible, notebook, pen
2. Bedding (sleeping bag, pillow, sheets, blanket, etc.)
3. Towel and bathing suit
4. Personal hygiene articles (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, deodorant/anti-perspirant, etc.)
5. Clothing appropriate to dress code
Do Not Bring:
1. Computers, laptops, televisions, radios, video games, and jewelry. These items can be easily lost or stolen.
2. Roller blades, skateboards, water guns, water balloons, etc. These items can cause injury to you and others.
3. Tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and weapons of any kind. Any of these will result in your expulsion from camp.

::RULES

1. Uplift is a Christian camp and we ask that you be respectful of other campers, counselors, Harding students, employees, and property.
2. Uplift I.D. cards need to be worn at all times. Your I.D. card is your pass to events and meals.
3. Computers, laptops, televisions, radios, video games, and jewelry are not permitted at Uplift. These items can be easily lost or stolen.
4. Possession of tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, or weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate expulsion from the camp at parents’ expense.
5. Remain on campus. Being caught off campus without permission will result in immediate expulsion from the camp at parents’ expense.

::DRESS CODE

Modesty is important and, because of this, we have a few rules concerning our dress code:
1. Don’t bring clothing without sleeves (guys and girls). You will not be allowed to wear it under any circumstances, including recreation time. Inappropriate clothing for Uplift includes any sleeveless apparel, (for example, sundresses, tank tops, sleeveless blouses, athletic shirts, and cut-off T-shirts) and clothing that exposes any part of the mid-section when standing, sitting, or bending over. All tops should be long enough to be tucked in.
2. Shorts may be worn, but they must be modest length. At Uplift, we define “modest” as those shorts which are below the fingertips when standing straight, arms to the side. This length applies to athletic shorts as well.
3. Skin tight clothing (tops, spandex, tight jeans, etc.) halter tops, or otherwise revealing clothing are inappropriate for Uplift and are to be left at home. Young ladies are asked not to bring any low-cut shirts/tops.

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Uplift is upon us

Uplift is June 12-17.

By now, you should have all of your money into me and possibly be packing your suitcase!

We're leaving Saturday, June 12 at 9:30AM.  Seriously.

We'll be back Thursday, June 17 at 2:00PM.

Bring money for lunch on the way there and way back (2 lunches). Also, there will be snacks you can buy while at Harding along with pizzas at night if you want them.

The full schedule can be downloaded.

Dress code.

If you're wondering anything else, contact me or check out Uplift's website.

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ULTIMATE!

The first ULTIMATE! day of the Summer is June 8, 6-8PM.

In case you're wondering what Ultimate is, it's like soccer/hockey/football but with a Frisbee AND no violence.

Our time will not be limited to Frisbee.

We'll meet at the FLC and play in the field behind it.

The other scheduled dates are July 6, and 20.  These are the official dates but we are not limited to these.  If you have free time then chances are someone else does too!  Spread the word and we'll hang out.

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Start-of-Summer Lock-in!

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Student Ministry Updates

No Class this Sunday Night!  Enjoy all of the Homecoming festivities this weekend!

Start of Summer Lock-in!  May 28-29th.  We will be locked- out for a time so bring $10.  Plan to come and invite your friends!  Sign-up list is in the Teen Room.

Uplift is NEXT MONTH—June 12-17!  Final payment ($100) for Uplift is due Wednesday, June 2nd.

The first ULTIMATE day of the Summer is June 8th...get your Gatorade, your gym shorts, and your sweatband ready!

The Canoe Trip will be the second weekend of July, the 8th through 11th.  There will be a lot more to come on this. Start looking for tents, waterproof bags, etc.

The CALENDAR is just a click away.  The Summer events are already on there.  Although, there may be some hidden bonuses (especially for you Seniors)...

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KidsBowlFree.com

I wanted to make everyone aware of this awesome deal this Summer.

Holiday Lanes is allowing kids to bowl free all Summer. Here is a snippet from their site:

Kids Bowl Free Summer Program
This program is designed to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer.

Families that register will receive coupons valid for Two Free Bowling Games each day sent to their email address every Sunday morning from May 10 until the conclusion of the program, September 12, 2010. Children, ages 19 and under, are eligible to register for 2 free games a day, all summer long.

To register go to kidsbowlfree.com. Enter your information and your children's names. I thought this was pretty cool. You could get LOTS of bowling in this Summer! It seems worth signing up even if you only went once.

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Senior Sunday and Celebration

It's that time of year again...

School is quickly coming to an end.  Summer is quickly approaching.  Seniors are about to graduate and go off to college!

Hopefully it's not news to anyone that Senior Sunday is May 2nd.  There will be a special time set aside during the morning worship to honor the seniors.  We'll get a glimpse into their life through a picture slideshow as well.

That night, from 5-7PM in the small auditorium, is when we'll celebrate with them.  We'll chow down on food catered by Don Juanz.  We'll have a video presentation to cover anything we might have missed.  And we'll have an open mic time for sharing stories, saying goodbye, or just saying we'll miss them!

Hope that all of you can make it!

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Paintball Frenzy

UPDATE: Everyone also needs to fill out a waiver for paintball.  It is available on their site.  Students and parents both have to sign it.


Paintball - Saturday, April 17th

Meet at Airline at 8:30AM.  We will be playing paintball with University, Southern Hills, and Minden.  $30 covers lunch, equipment, and 500 paintballs.  $20 if you have your own equipment (including mask).  Sign-up list is in the teen room.  We'll return to Airline at 4:30PM.


This is at Off Limits Paintball.  You can check out their website for more details.


Anyone can come, just make sure you have a medical release form filled out.  


Remember, the first game is against the other youth groups so bring your A game.  


Any other questions?  Just email me.


Don't forget to follow @airlinestudents on Twitter for updates and pictures during events!

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Easter events this weekend

Lots of things going on this weekend for Easter!

Friday, April 2nd: "The Passion of the Christ" 7:05PM in the Main Auditorium.  Childcare provided.

Saturday, April 3rd: "Easter Eggstravaganza" - Children's egg hunt and activities, infant-5th grade.  1:00-4:00PM in the Family Life Center (and church grounds).

Saturday, April 3rd: Passover Meal.  6:00PM in the Small Auditorium.

Sunday, April 4th: Sunrise Service.  6:45AM in the church parking lot.  Breakfast after the service in the Family Life Center.

Students:  You have an opportunity to serve (service credits) at these events.  You can offer your expertise in the area of childcare during the movie Friday.  You can also help hide eggs and guide children during the Easter Eggstravaganza.  The Passover Meal is something you really don't want to miss!

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Seniors and Parents of Seniors, I need pictures

*UPDATE: 15 to 20 pictures

Senior Sunday this year will take place on May 2nd.  We'll honor the Seniors that morning and then celebrate with them that night.
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This means I need pictures!  We will have a slideshow for them that morning.  This slideshow will chronicle their life in (yep, you guessed it...) pictures--from birth (well, maybe just after) to senior year--so collect your favorite pictures.  If they're already digital, that's awesome!  If not, we'll scan them.

There will also be an information sheet to fill out about each senior student.  I'll get that to students/parents as soon as I can.

Please try to get your pictures to me as soon as possible to allow plenty of time to work on the slideshow.
Thanks!!

*The location for the celebration that night is TBD.  If you want to host it or have an idea about where to have it, let me know!

(Yes, that is me my senior year of high school.)

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We're going to Six Flags this Thursday!

There's no better time to go to Six Flags than during Spring Break!  (So that may not be true, but at least you're out of school!)

This Thursday (3/18) we'll load up and go to Six Flags.  We'll spend the whole day in the park, unless of course you just can't take it anymore, then we'll crash in Arlington that night.  Friday morning we'll make our way back to Bossier City.

"What is this trip going to cost me?"
I'm glad you asked!  You need $25 for your ticket, plus money for 2 meals (lunch and dinner).

I need to know Wednesday (or sooner!) how many people are going!  Make sure you've filled out the Medical Release form also!

*Parents and volunteers, if you want to help out and go then I want you to also!  We need drivers (what's new?).  Let me know if you can help and want to go!!

Here it is again, with more details...


Thursday:
Leave at 7:00AM.
Get to Six Flags
Have a blast.
Eat.
Have a blast.
Eat.
Relax.
Sleep.
Friday:
Leave at 8:00AM
Come home.
Back @ Airline by 11:30AM

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Coming to the retreat this weekend? Here's what you need to know

30 Hour Famine Retreat
Meet at Airline at 5:30PM OR University at 6:00PM.  We're going to have to carpool.  Once at University, we will all travel together to Camp Forbing.
We'll be back at Airline Sunday right before, or just as church is letting out.  This means we need some people at University with vehicles to help get everyone back to Airline.  You know, the whole carpool thing again.


2 night, 3 days


The retreat is free!  We just want you to try to raise money for the cause!
Remember, the fast starts Friday AFTER lunch.  We will break the fast together.


Packing List:
+ Clothes for playing games in.  Games won't be too demanding but we may play capture the flag one night.
+ Proper shoes.  It might be muddy.  The ground was really soft when I checked it out Monday.
+ Bedding/sleeping bag/pillow.  
+ Toiletries.  We're fasting, but we're still promoting good hygiene.
+ Flashlight
+ Bible!
+ Come hungry, leave happy... or something like that.

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30 Hour Famine Retreat (Mar 12-14)

When:  March 12-14 (Friday-Sunday)
Where:  Camp Forbing (Shreveport)
Cost:  $50 with a twist!  You have to earn the money (not from your parents)!  Get someone to sponsor you or simply work for it!  And you don't have to stop at $50.  This money is going to fight hunger so earn all you can!

This 30 Hour Famine is about the HUNGRY!  That's why we're going to fast for 30 hours.  We ask that your last meal take place at lunchtime Friday and that afternoon begins your fast.  We'll break the fast together!

Also, bring an entire outfit from your closet at home that you would like to donate to someone who needs it.  Shirt/Pants/Shoes/Etc.

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the Area-wide Game Day is tomorrow!

Area-wide Game Day @UniversityCoC.  Feb. 20.  2-5PM.

I just bought 8 brand new dodgeballs... that's something to get excited about!

Not a fan of dodgeball?  Don't worry, there will be more to choose from!

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Mardi Gras

This weekend we're celebrating Mardi Gras at the Faktor's.  Saturday, Feb. 13th.  We'll gather there at 4PM.  Enjoy some food.  And catch the parade as it passes by!  Make sure you dress warm.  Guys bring drinks.  Girls bring desserts (or chips).

Let me know if you need directions!

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Uplift Application and Medical Release Form 2010

Click here to download form.

This must be turned into me with your $90 deposit to sign up and register for Uplift (June 12-17).

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Super Bowl XLIV Party

Super Bowl 44 is upon us!  Join the party this Sunday, Feb. 7th in the FLC.  We'll have everything we need to cheer and boo for the lucky teams competing.  The game starts at 5:25PM so get here by 5 to get your choice of seating!

Saints?  Colts?  Who are you rooting for??

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Donate Jeans to Haiti through Aeropostale

"One more reason to Donate...
Help send 200,000 jeans to Haiti.
Aero will match the first 100,000 
donated jeans with a pair of new jeans.
Teens for Jeans.
Aeropostale."


If you want to do this, you can drop them off at Aeropostale or at the church.  If you do so, you can receive service credit.
And you can get 25% off at Aeropostale.

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Uplift 2010 registration begins

COST PER CAMPER

The cost is $190 (first come-first serve), which includes a $90-per-student deposit that is refundable until May 1, 2009. Registration is not complete until the deposit and medical release form are received.

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The above is from the Uplift website.  This means that it's time to start getting your $90 deposit in.  You can give this to me any time starting now.  You can go to the website to find the medical release form or get one from me (when they become available).   Sign-ups are also available on this website.  Just click on the sign-ups tab above.  


The dates are June 12-17.  This event takes place on the campus of Harding University.  


UPDATE:
http://www.upliftonline.com/
Be on the look out at the above address for medical release forms for Uplift.  I will have them for you as soon as they become available or you can go ahead and grab it online!

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