Crossroads Bible Church Senior High Student Ministry January 30, 2011 Announcements
WATERISBASIC.ORG Sunday is January 30! During worship on that Sunday morning, we’ll have buckets for your donations! We currently have raised over $800 so we’ve got a good start to our goal of $3,500 by May 29…and the suggested donation per person is $10 a month to help us reach our goal.
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Brent McKinney continutes the 1 Corinthians series today. Chapter 2: The Mind of Christ
Last week’s introduction/chapter 1 lesson is on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at cbchighschool blogspot and scroll to find each session.
Wednesday Night Discipleship in area homes on February 2.
7:00PM—8:30PM in the following area homes:
Senior Guys @ the McKinney’s: 5237 Prairie Creek Dr. FM, 75028. Brent McKinney, Sean Green & Matt Haase, leaders.
Junior/Senior Girls @ the Gelnett’s: 2619 Beirstadt, HV, 75077. Sharon Gelnett & Melissa Williams, leaders.
Sophomore Girls @ the Green’s: 2201 Hazy Meadows Lane, FM, 75028. Sue Green & Faith Oldenburg, leaders.
Freshman Girls @ the Smith’s: 303 Highland Court, Double Oak, 75077. Laura Smith & Megan Zeller, leaders.
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Guys @ the Eiffert’s: 916 Inverness Circle, HV, 75077.
Ian Cook, leader.
Don’t forget! Everyone is invited to hang out at Brent’s after studies until 10PM!
CBC Leadership Meeting: Tonight @ CBC Auditorium. 5:30pm-7:30pm (light dinner provided). All high schoolers serving in any ministry are invited.
Super Bowl Sunday: February 6, 2011 @ The Dinkmeyer’s!!!
220 Timberleaf Drive, Double Oak, 75067.
Free pizza, (guys bring snacks to share, girls bring 2-liter soft drink) and come enjoy football/commercials from 5:00PM—til end of game.
True Love Waits! Save the dates (all Thursdays) April 14, 21 & 28.
In the Dungeon, 7:00-8:15PM
Ceremony during Sunday School on May 1. 10:30AM-11AM.
More details to come! Sign ups begin late February.
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011. We will have a sleepover to set up for the sunrise service the night before, so clear your calendar now!
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 110 Days.
Service Opportunities:
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written three checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
Friday, January 28, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Announcements, January 23
Crossroads Bible Church Senior High Student Ministry January 23, 2011 Announcements
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Brent McKinney starts 1 Corinthians series today. Introduction & Chapter 1: Living Among the Dead
The latest video on James is on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com here: http://vimeo.com/channels/103348. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com and scroll to find each session.
Wednesday Night Discipleship in area homes on Jan. 26.
7:00PM—8:30PM in the following area homes:
Senior Guys @ the McKinney’s: 5237 Prairie Creek Dr. FM, 75028. Brent McKinney, Sean Green & Matt Haase, leaders.
Junior/Senior Girls @ the Gelnett’s: 2619 Beirstadt, HV, 75077. Sharon Gelnett & Melissa Williams, leaders.
Sophomore Girls @ the Green’s: 2201 Hazy Meadows Lane, FM, 75028. Sue Green & Faith Oldenburg, leaders.
Freshman Girls @ the Smith’s: 303 Highland Court, Double Oak, 75077. Laura Smith & Megan Zeller, leaders.
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Guys @ the Eiffert’s: 916 Inverness Circle, HV, 75077.
Ian Cook, leader.
Don’t forget! Everyone is invited to hang out at Brent’s after studies until 10PM!
Super Bowl Sunday: February 6, 2011 @ The Dinkmeyer’s!!!
220 Timberleaf Drive, Double Oak, 75067.
Free pizza, (guys bring snacks to share, girls bring 2-liter soft drink) and come enjoy football/commercials from 5:00PM—til end of game.
(over, please)
True Love Waits! Save the dates (all Thursdays) April 14, 21 & 28.
In the Dungeon, 7:00-8:15PM
Ceremony during Sunday School on May 1. 10:30AM-11AM.
More details to come!
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011. We will have a sleepover to set up for the sunrise service the night before, so clear your calendar now!
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 117 Days.
Service Opportunities:
NEXT WATERISBASIC.ORG Sunday is January 30! During worship on that Sunday morning, we’ll have buckets for your donations! We currently have raised over $800 so we’ve got a good start to our goal of $3,500 by May 29.
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written three checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation (http://www.somaly.org) and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Brent McKinney starts 1 Corinthians series today. Introduction & Chapter 1: Living Among the Dead
The latest video on James is on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com here: http://vimeo.com/channels/103348. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com and scroll to find each session.
Wednesday Night Discipleship in area homes on Jan. 26.
7:00PM—8:30PM in the following area homes:
Senior Guys @ the McKinney’s: 5237 Prairie Creek Dr. FM, 75028. Brent McKinney, Sean Green & Matt Haase, leaders.
Junior/Senior Girls @ the Gelnett’s: 2619 Beirstadt, HV, 75077. Sharon Gelnett & Melissa Williams, leaders.
Sophomore Girls @ the Green’s: 2201 Hazy Meadows Lane, FM, 75028. Sue Green & Faith Oldenburg, leaders.
Freshman Girls @ the Smith’s: 303 Highland Court, Double Oak, 75077. Laura Smith & Megan Zeller, leaders.
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Guys @ the Eiffert’s: 916 Inverness Circle, HV, 75077.
Ian Cook, leader.
Don’t forget! Everyone is invited to hang out at Brent’s after studies until 10PM!
Super Bowl Sunday: February 6, 2011 @ The Dinkmeyer’s!!!
220 Timberleaf Drive, Double Oak, 75067.
Free pizza, (guys bring snacks to share, girls bring 2-liter soft drink) and come enjoy football/commercials from 5:00PM—til end of game.
(over, please)
True Love Waits! Save the dates (all Thursdays) April 14, 21 & 28.
In the Dungeon, 7:00-8:15PM
Ceremony during Sunday School on May 1. 10:30AM-11AM.
More details to come!
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011. We will have a sleepover to set up for the sunrise service the night before, so clear your calendar now!
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 117 Days.
Service Opportunities:
NEXT WATERISBASIC.ORG Sunday is January 30! During worship on that Sunday morning, we’ll have buckets for your donations! We currently have raised over $800 so we’ve got a good start to our goal of $3,500 by May 29.
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written three checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation (http://www.somaly.org) and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Announcements for Jan. 16 (scroll down for Pine Cove expectations & information!)
Crossroads Bible Church Senior High Student Ministry January 16, 2011 Announcements
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Mike Messerli, teaching, 1/16/11.
Brent McKinney starts 1 Corinthians series 1/23/11
Videos of our class can be found on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com here: http://vimeo.com/channels/103348. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com and scroll to find each session.
Pine Cove No Agenda Weekend!
Buses will return around 9:30PM on Sunday, Jan. 16 to the CBC south (lower level) parking lot.
Wednesday Night Discipleship will resume in area homes on Jan. 19.
7:00PM—8:30PM in the following area homes:
Senior Guys @ the McKinney’s: 5237 Prairie Creek Dr. FM, 75028. Brent McKinney, Sean Green & Matt Haase, leaders.
Junior/Senior Girls @ the Gelnett’s: 2619 Beirstadt, HV, 75077. Sharon Gelnett & Melissa Williams, leaders.
Sophomore Girls @ the Green’s: 2201 Hazy Meadows Lane, FM, 75028. Sue Green & Faith Oldenburg, leaders.
Freshman Girls @ the Smith’s: 303 Highland Court, Double Oak, 75077. Laura Smith & Megan Zeller, leaders.
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Guys @ the Eiffert’s: 916 Inverness Circle, HV, 75077.
Ian Cook, leader.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
(over, please)
Super Bowl Sunday: February 6, 2011!
5:00PM—til end of game.
We will have a get-together to watch the game and grade the commercials and eat pizza, and we’ll let you know all the details next week!
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011. We will have a sleepover to set up for the sunrise service the night before, so clear your calendar now!
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 124 Days.
Service Opportunities:
NEXT WATERISBASIC.ORG Sunday is January 30! More details next week!
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written two checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation (http://www.somaly.org) and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia (we’ll have a new photo of him available to see in class on Dec. 12) and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Mike Messerli, teaching, 1/16/11.
Brent McKinney starts 1 Corinthians series 1/23/11
Videos of our class can be found on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com here: http://vimeo.com/channels/103348. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com and scroll to find each session.
Pine Cove No Agenda Weekend!
Buses will return around 9:30PM on Sunday, Jan. 16 to the CBC south (lower level) parking lot.
Wednesday Night Discipleship will resume in area homes on Jan. 19.
7:00PM—8:30PM in the following area homes:
Senior Guys @ the McKinney’s: 5237 Prairie Creek Dr. FM, 75028. Brent McKinney, Sean Green & Matt Haase, leaders.
Junior/Senior Girls @ the Gelnett’s: 2619 Beirstadt, HV, 75077. Sharon Gelnett & Melissa Williams, leaders.
Sophomore Girls @ the Green’s: 2201 Hazy Meadows Lane, FM, 75028. Sue Green & Faith Oldenburg, leaders.
Freshman Girls @ the Smith’s: 303 Highland Court, Double Oak, 75077. Laura Smith & Megan Zeller, leaders.
Freshman/Sophomore/Junior Guys @ the Eiffert’s: 916 Inverness Circle, HV, 75077.
Ian Cook, leader.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
(over, please)
Super Bowl Sunday: February 6, 2011!
5:00PM—til end of game.
We will have a get-together to watch the game and grade the commercials and eat pizza, and we’ll let you know all the details next week!
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011. We will have a sleepover to set up for the sunrise service the night before, so clear your calendar now!
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 124 Days.
Service Opportunities:
NEXT WATERISBASIC.ORG Sunday is January 30! More details next week!
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written two checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation (http://www.somaly.org) and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia (we’ll have a new photo of him available to see in class on Dec. 12) and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
Pine Cove Expectations
Crossroads Bible Church High School Student Ministry
Pine Cove No Agenda Retreat, January 14-16, 2011.
Student Expectations
1. I understand that the adult staff is on this trip because they want me to have so much stinkin’ fun that I’ll have to have plastic surgery to have my smile removed from my face when I return. Hence, I will do what they say to do, when they say to do it. I will put on The Happy Helmet and do The Happy Dance immediately preceding my compliance.
2. I understand that the nice folks at Lone Star Coach employ professional drivers who have gotten plenty of rest and have great buses in great condition. I will listen to the professional, rested driver and obey all the instructions given as if they will lead me to buried treasure and a life of leisure. I will pick up my trash on the luxury motor coach. I will not spill anything in the luxury motor coach. I will do everything possible to keep the motor coach luxurious. I will enjoy the movies Despicable Me! And How To Train Your Dragon and laugh at the appropriate times.
3. Even though I’m amped about this trip like Jim Carrey in that movie when he drank too much Red Bull, I’ll slow down and be very nice and considerate of anything the adults ask of me, especially the the Pine Cove staffers. And, I’ll even check my thought processes and be nice to my friends. I will use this weekend as an opportunity to work on my social skills and certainly won’t be as rude as Jim Carrey was in “Yes, Man” when he had too much Red Bull and punched that guy. Remember that scene? It was funny. But don’t do it or anything like it. That’s the movies. This is real life. Those were actors. The only acting you can do is acting like a nice person. Well, try to BE a nice person. Not just act like one. We can tell if you’re acting. Let’s be honest. You’re no Meryl Streep. You’re not even Miley Cyrus and/or Hannah Montana.
4. I understand that any and all injuries and/or illnesses will be reported IMMEDIATELY to my cabin leader. If it’s for real, it will be dealt with in a courteous and compassionate manner by trained professionals at Pine Cove. If you’re whining just to whine, your cabin leader may mock you repeatedly and relentlessly in front of your peer group and/or behind your back. Toughen up, Buttercup.
5. I understand that there will be no PDA (public OR private displays of affection) at any time while on CBC property, luxury motor coaches, less-than-luxurious vans, Pine Cove property. You will also refrain from PDA until you move out of your parent’s house or the age of 28, whichever comes first. There will be NO guys in girls cabins or girls in guy cabins FOR ANY REASON, EVER.
6. The legal drinking age on this trip is one day older than the oldest person you know, including grandparents. If you think you qualify, please tell your parents. Parents, if you are told this, please contact a licensed counselor because they’ll need that more than a weekend at Pine Cove. The laws of Texas and the U.S. Constitution do apply on this retreat. This means YOU, Lauren King.
7. I understand that food & drink are necessary for our species to survive. Hence, out of consideration for the human race to continue, I will attend all meals ON TIME, which happen to be at 8:30AM, 12:30PM and 6PM. If I’m not on time, Brent can shave my eyebrows…with a straight razor without shaving cream. And if you’ve ever seen how unsteady his hands are, well, you really don’t want to be late, man. I will EAT said meals (even if I’m not all that hungry). I will care for the human race and perpetuate the species far beyond just being on time and eating…but I will NOT violate the rules of PDA in order to perpetuate the species. Really? Did your mind go that route? Seriously?
8. I understand that sleep is NOT a weakness. Hence, I will be considerate of others when it is time for “lights out.” I’ll even be considerate of folks who decide to nap in full daylight hours while I’m in my cabin. Failure to comply with this mandate will involve Brent pulling your bottom lip over your head. Brent will not be responsible for corrective plastic surgery should this method be applied and you’ll likely go the rest of your life looking like one of those Aborigine natives with the disks in their lip. You can be the subject of a Discovery Channel documentary. Or comply. Your choice.
(over, please)
9. I understand that the purpose of this trip is to spend time in the Word and evaluate where I am in my walk with Christ. I’ll leave others alone. I’ll consider chatting about spiritual things with adults and my friends. I may even worship with friends. This is nothing to joke about. Just keep reading.
10. I understand that this trip allows me to make new friends. I understand that I may not get to be in the same room/bus/event as my VBFFAEAE. I will go out of my way to work out problems in these areas and will do my very best to serve others and invite people I don’t know to sit at my table and all that jazz. I will be social and friendly. Social and friendly does NOT negate rule #4. In other words, if you hold hands or smoochy-smoochy, you can’t say, “But I was JUST being SOCIAL and FRIENDLY!” This means YOU, Nicole Pazary.
11. I understand that practical jokes are supposed to be fun and all, but I promise NOT to do any this weekend. All that winds up happening is that clothes get ruined, beds get rendered unsleepable and friendships get goofed up. I WILL not touch anyone else’s bed, clothes, luggage, purse, wallet, etc. for any reason. Yes, throwing a cup of water into someone’s purse or bed is considered touching it.
12. I understand that NO open beverages (other than water bottles) or “open” food will be allowed to be kept in the cabins (they need lids or ziplocks). I will eat and drink outside my cabin, and I will throw away any trash I create. There’s been a lot of talk about carbon footprints and we need to keep the world’s government leaders happy and Global Warming to a minimum. We also need to keep wildlife out of our cabins. Allowing a raccoon in to snack on your open Doritos bag is not really wildlife fun. Speaking of carbon footprints, stomping the ants that grab your Doritos is NOT keeping government leaders or global warming to a minimum.
13. I’ll keep music players & mobile phone usage to the ABSOLUTE MINIMUM this weekend. By ABSOLUTE MINIMUM we don’t mean scaling back your normal usage (Brooke Nuorala). We mean using either ONLY WHEN ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY (Brooke Nuorala). Not because you’re bored (Brooke Nuorala)
14. I understand that any and all things NOT specifically covered in these rules will fall under that category of WWJD. If I do not know what Jesus would do, I will not guess at what He would do. I will ask a cabin leader. If they don’t know what Jesus would do, then I’ll ask Brent. He can usually figure out WWJD. If he can’t, he’ll make something up because he usually tries to be a big shot and doesn’t want to look silly, so you can just do what he says he thinks J would D and you’ll probably be safe on that. But if he does try to be a big shot, tell Tracy. She’ll pull his bottom lip over his head and stand on it, likely making him the subject of a Discovery Channel documentary about Aborigines.
15. Upon my return to CBC and life, I will choose to be a shiny, happy person. Yes. I’ll be tired. Yes. I’ll have had a long weekend and have homework to return to. Yes. I’ll be crabby. But, since my parents were gracious enough to pay for my trip, and they were kind enough to make sure I was packed and had everything I needed, I will choose to open up and tell them about all the great stuff I learned about my relationship with Christ, as well as choose to be kind and nice and pleasant. I will consider hugging them and meaning it. I will even tell them I love them and am thankful for them giving me such a great opportunity. In fact, I will choose to be kind and pleasant and loving and caring and grateful to my parents because they rule and are awesome and really have my best interest at heart. I understand it’s the least I can do to be loving and social with them upon my return. Well, that and by wearing The Happy Helmet and doing The Happy Dance.
As a parent, I understand that failure to abide by the intent of these rules as well as the letter, will result in the non-refundable trip home, of which I agree to come and pick up my child in the event of disregard for the rules.
As a student, I understand that failure to abide by the intent of these rules as well as the letter, will result in me calling my parents to come and get me after they won’t get their money back, as well as Brent raising his eyebrow at every single thing I do for the next six years.
Signed & Date (at least one parent & the student):
Pine Cove No Agenda Retreat, January 14-16, 2011.
Student Expectations
1. I understand that the adult staff is on this trip because they want me to have so much stinkin’ fun that I’ll have to have plastic surgery to have my smile removed from my face when I return. Hence, I will do what they say to do, when they say to do it. I will put on The Happy Helmet and do The Happy Dance immediately preceding my compliance.
2. I understand that the nice folks at Lone Star Coach employ professional drivers who have gotten plenty of rest and have great buses in great condition. I will listen to the professional, rested driver and obey all the instructions given as if they will lead me to buried treasure and a life of leisure. I will pick up my trash on the luxury motor coach. I will not spill anything in the luxury motor coach. I will do everything possible to keep the motor coach luxurious. I will enjoy the movies Despicable Me! And How To Train Your Dragon and laugh at the appropriate times.
3. Even though I’m amped about this trip like Jim Carrey in that movie when he drank too much Red Bull, I’ll slow down and be very nice and considerate of anything the adults ask of me, especially the the Pine Cove staffers. And, I’ll even check my thought processes and be nice to my friends. I will use this weekend as an opportunity to work on my social skills and certainly won’t be as rude as Jim Carrey was in “Yes, Man” when he had too much Red Bull and punched that guy. Remember that scene? It was funny. But don’t do it or anything like it. That’s the movies. This is real life. Those were actors. The only acting you can do is acting like a nice person. Well, try to BE a nice person. Not just act like one. We can tell if you’re acting. Let’s be honest. You’re no Meryl Streep. You’re not even Miley Cyrus and/or Hannah Montana.
4. I understand that any and all injuries and/or illnesses will be reported IMMEDIATELY to my cabin leader. If it’s for real, it will be dealt with in a courteous and compassionate manner by trained professionals at Pine Cove. If you’re whining just to whine, your cabin leader may mock you repeatedly and relentlessly in front of your peer group and/or behind your back. Toughen up, Buttercup.
5. I understand that there will be no PDA (public OR private displays of affection) at any time while on CBC property, luxury motor coaches, less-than-luxurious vans, Pine Cove property. You will also refrain from PDA until you move out of your parent’s house or the age of 28, whichever comes first. There will be NO guys in girls cabins or girls in guy cabins FOR ANY REASON, EVER.
6. The legal drinking age on this trip is one day older than the oldest person you know, including grandparents. If you think you qualify, please tell your parents. Parents, if you are told this, please contact a licensed counselor because they’ll need that more than a weekend at Pine Cove. The laws of Texas and the U.S. Constitution do apply on this retreat. This means YOU, Lauren King.
7. I understand that food & drink are necessary for our species to survive. Hence, out of consideration for the human race to continue, I will attend all meals ON TIME, which happen to be at 8:30AM, 12:30PM and 6PM. If I’m not on time, Brent can shave my eyebrows…with a straight razor without shaving cream. And if you’ve ever seen how unsteady his hands are, well, you really don’t want to be late, man. I will EAT said meals (even if I’m not all that hungry). I will care for the human race and perpetuate the species far beyond just being on time and eating…but I will NOT violate the rules of PDA in order to perpetuate the species. Really? Did your mind go that route? Seriously?
8. I understand that sleep is NOT a weakness. Hence, I will be considerate of others when it is time for “lights out.” I’ll even be considerate of folks who decide to nap in full daylight hours while I’m in my cabin. Failure to comply with this mandate will involve Brent pulling your bottom lip over your head. Brent will not be responsible for corrective plastic surgery should this method be applied and you’ll likely go the rest of your life looking like one of those Aborigine natives with the disks in their lip. You can be the subject of a Discovery Channel documentary. Or comply. Your choice.
(over, please)
9. I understand that the purpose of this trip is to spend time in the Word and evaluate where I am in my walk with Christ. I’ll leave others alone. I’ll consider chatting about spiritual things with adults and my friends. I may even worship with friends. This is nothing to joke about. Just keep reading.
10. I understand that this trip allows me to make new friends. I understand that I may not get to be in the same room/bus/event as my VBFFAEAE. I will go out of my way to work out problems in these areas and will do my very best to serve others and invite people I don’t know to sit at my table and all that jazz. I will be social and friendly. Social and friendly does NOT negate rule #4. In other words, if you hold hands or smoochy-smoochy, you can’t say, “But I was JUST being SOCIAL and FRIENDLY!” This means YOU, Nicole Pazary.
11. I understand that practical jokes are supposed to be fun and all, but I promise NOT to do any this weekend. All that winds up happening is that clothes get ruined, beds get rendered unsleepable and friendships get goofed up. I WILL not touch anyone else’s bed, clothes, luggage, purse, wallet, etc. for any reason. Yes, throwing a cup of water into someone’s purse or bed is considered touching it.
12. I understand that NO open beverages (other than water bottles) or “open” food will be allowed to be kept in the cabins (they need lids or ziplocks). I will eat and drink outside my cabin, and I will throw away any trash I create. There’s been a lot of talk about carbon footprints and we need to keep the world’s government leaders happy and Global Warming to a minimum. We also need to keep wildlife out of our cabins. Allowing a raccoon in to snack on your open Doritos bag is not really wildlife fun. Speaking of carbon footprints, stomping the ants that grab your Doritos is NOT keeping government leaders or global warming to a minimum.
13. I’ll keep music players & mobile phone usage to the ABSOLUTE MINIMUM this weekend. By ABSOLUTE MINIMUM we don’t mean scaling back your normal usage (Brooke Nuorala). We mean using either ONLY WHEN ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY (Brooke Nuorala). Not because you’re bored (Brooke Nuorala)
14. I understand that any and all things NOT specifically covered in these rules will fall under that category of WWJD. If I do not know what Jesus would do, I will not guess at what He would do. I will ask a cabin leader. If they don’t know what Jesus would do, then I’ll ask Brent. He can usually figure out WWJD. If he can’t, he’ll make something up because he usually tries to be a big shot and doesn’t want to look silly, so you can just do what he says he thinks J would D and you’ll probably be safe on that. But if he does try to be a big shot, tell Tracy. She’ll pull his bottom lip over his head and stand on it, likely making him the subject of a Discovery Channel documentary about Aborigines.
15. Upon my return to CBC and life, I will choose to be a shiny, happy person. Yes. I’ll be tired. Yes. I’ll have had a long weekend and have homework to return to. Yes. I’ll be crabby. But, since my parents were gracious enough to pay for my trip, and they were kind enough to make sure I was packed and had everything I needed, I will choose to open up and tell them about all the great stuff I learned about my relationship with Christ, as well as choose to be kind and nice and pleasant. I will consider hugging them and meaning it. I will even tell them I love them and am thankful for them giving me such a great opportunity. In fact, I will choose to be kind and pleasant and loving and caring and grateful to my parents because they rule and are awesome and really have my best interest at heart. I understand it’s the least I can do to be loving and social with them upon my return. Well, that and by wearing The Happy Helmet and doing The Happy Dance.
As a parent, I understand that failure to abide by the intent of these rules as well as the letter, will result in the non-refundable trip home, of which I agree to come and pick up my child in the event of disregard for the rules.
As a student, I understand that failure to abide by the intent of these rules as well as the letter, will result in me calling my parents to come and get me after they won’t get their money back, as well as Brent raising his eyebrow at every single thing I do for the next six years.
Signed & Date (at least one parent & the student):
Friday, January 7, 2011
Pine Cove Information
Crossroads Bible Church Student Ministry
High School No Agenda Retreat Information
January 14--16, 2011.
I. Final Payment Information:
The suggested payment to reserve a spot was $50. If you purchase a spot before Nov. 14, the balance is $75. If you purchased a spot after 11/14, the balance is $95. Final payment is due before you board the bus. However, it easier for our accounting process if you make payment on or before Tuesday, January 11.
II. Transportation Information:
Due to unexpected demand, we’ve ordered an extra bus. They will depart the CBC south parking lot at 1:30PM on Friday afternoon, January 14. Please arrive & check-in at 1PM. It’s wise to eat lunch before you get here.
If you plan to leave a vehicle in the Crossroads parking lot for the weekend, please park underneath the basketball goals. This will allow those attending services on Sunday morning/evening to use the spaces closer to the building.
Eat lunch before you arrive, please.
We should arrive at Pine Cove Shores shortly after 3PM.
The bus will pick up at Pine Cove on Sunday evening at 7:30PM. We should return to the Crossroads south lot somewhere between 9:30PM and 10PM on January 16. Please arrange to have your parents pick you up promptly.
III. What to Bring:
Bible, pen, notebook. Pillow, sleeping bag/bedding (Pine Cove supplies a bunk & mattress only), towel. Appropriate clothing for 3 days (please check the weather before you leave as we’ve had rain, snow, heat and all sorts of Texas weather experiences in years past). Toiletries.
Please keep in mind that mobile phone service at Pine Cove is sporadic. We ask that you use your mobile phone (texting or talking) as little as possible during this weekend, and recommend that you use it only in your cabin.
Mp3 players (such as iPods) are welcome, but please use them sparingly. Also keep in mind that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any players/speakers/etc.
A note about musical instruments: If you bring one, please make sure it’s in a secure travel case and you’re sensitive to those who wish to sleep who are in your cabin. In other words, please play them only in “common” areas around the camp.
The cabins have 8 bunk beds, but one will be for a leader. ABSOLUTELY NO sleeping on floors or having more than 8 people per cabin. Each cabin has central heat/air and private restrooms.
Keep in mind that there can be other groups staying at the camp for the weekend. Please be considerate when using the gym/fields/dock/canoes/camp athletic equipment, etc. Also be aware that we cannot secure the cabins or monitor them during the day.
The swimming pool will NOT be open, nor will we have access to the game room. No jumping in the lake…and, as an aide to the kitchen staff, please do NOT enter the dining hall for any reason ½ hour before meals for set up and stay out for ½ hour AFTER meals to allow for clean up.
If you have special dietary needs, please contact Brent via e-mail so we can let the Pine Cove staff know. In the past, they have been able to accommodate diets for gluten, lactose and diabetic issues as long as they know a few days in advance.
IV. Emergency Numbers:
You can get information regarding Pine Cove Christian Camps, Inc. at www.pinecove.com.
The address is 15790 CR 1113, Tyler, TX. 75703.
The office number at the Shores is 903-534-1894.
The mobile number for “after-hours” emergencies ONLY is 903-216-7498.
There is a medical care facility (“Doc-in-a-box”) less than 4 miles from Pine Cove for any injury needing such attention. Additionally, Tyler’s full-service hospital is less than 10 minutes away. Parents will be notified of any and all injuries, no matter how minor.
V. Spending Money:
No spending money is needed. However, there is a camp store that offers souvenir t-shirts , hats, etc. In addition, there’s a snack shop open for 3 hours on Saturday for sodas and candy. If anyone would like to ride the zip line (running from 2-5 on Saturday afternoon, weather permitting) there is no cost. Many students bring $25.
VI. Any other questions or comments not found here or on the web site?
Please contact Brent at Brent@Crossroadsbible.org or at the office. Please do NOT use his mobile number or home phone for these questions.
High School No Agenda Retreat Information
January 14--16, 2011.
I. Final Payment Information:
The suggested payment to reserve a spot was $50. If you purchase a spot before Nov. 14, the balance is $75. If you purchased a spot after 11/14, the balance is $95. Final payment is due before you board the bus. However, it easier for our accounting process if you make payment on or before Tuesday, January 11.
II. Transportation Information:
Due to unexpected demand, we’ve ordered an extra bus. They will depart the CBC south parking lot at 1:30PM on Friday afternoon, January 14. Please arrive & check-in at 1PM. It’s wise to eat lunch before you get here.
If you plan to leave a vehicle in the Crossroads parking lot for the weekend, please park underneath the basketball goals. This will allow those attending services on Sunday morning/evening to use the spaces closer to the building.
Eat lunch before you arrive, please.
We should arrive at Pine Cove Shores shortly after 3PM.
The bus will pick up at Pine Cove on Sunday evening at 7:30PM. We should return to the Crossroads south lot somewhere between 9:30PM and 10PM on January 16. Please arrange to have your parents pick you up promptly.
III. What to Bring:
Bible, pen, notebook. Pillow, sleeping bag/bedding (Pine Cove supplies a bunk & mattress only), towel. Appropriate clothing for 3 days (please check the weather before you leave as we’ve had rain, snow, heat and all sorts of Texas weather experiences in years past). Toiletries.
Please keep in mind that mobile phone service at Pine Cove is sporadic. We ask that you use your mobile phone (texting or talking) as little as possible during this weekend, and recommend that you use it only in your cabin.
Mp3 players (such as iPods) are welcome, but please use them sparingly. Also keep in mind that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any players/speakers/etc.
A note about musical instruments: If you bring one, please make sure it’s in a secure travel case and you’re sensitive to those who wish to sleep who are in your cabin. In other words, please play them only in “common” areas around the camp.
The cabins have 8 bunk beds, but one will be for a leader. ABSOLUTELY NO sleeping on floors or having more than 8 people per cabin. Each cabin has central heat/air and private restrooms.
Keep in mind that there can be other groups staying at the camp for the weekend. Please be considerate when using the gym/fields/dock/canoes/camp athletic equipment, etc. Also be aware that we cannot secure the cabins or monitor them during the day.
The swimming pool will NOT be open, nor will we have access to the game room. No jumping in the lake…and, as an aide to the kitchen staff, please do NOT enter the dining hall for any reason ½ hour before meals for set up and stay out for ½ hour AFTER meals to allow for clean up.
If you have special dietary needs, please contact Brent via e-mail so we can let the Pine Cove staff know. In the past, they have been able to accommodate diets for gluten, lactose and diabetic issues as long as they know a few days in advance.
IV. Emergency Numbers:
You can get information regarding Pine Cove Christian Camps, Inc. at www.pinecove.com.
The address is 15790 CR 1113, Tyler, TX. 75703.
The office number at the Shores is 903-534-1894.
The mobile number for “after-hours” emergencies ONLY is 903-216-7498.
There is a medical care facility (“Doc-in-a-box”) less than 4 miles from Pine Cove for any injury needing such attention. Additionally, Tyler’s full-service hospital is less than 10 minutes away. Parents will be notified of any and all injuries, no matter how minor.
V. Spending Money:
No spending money is needed. However, there is a camp store that offers souvenir t-shirts , hats, etc. In addition, there’s a snack shop open for 3 hours on Saturday for sodas and candy. If anyone would like to ride the zip line (running from 2-5 on Saturday afternoon, weather permitting) there is no cost. Many students bring $25.
VI. Any other questions or comments not found here or on the web site?
Please contact Brent at Brent@Crossroadsbible.org or at the office. Please do NOT use his mobile number or home phone for these questions.
Weekly Announcements, Jan. 9
Crossroads Bible Church Senior High Student Ministry January 9, 2011 Announcements
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Brent McKinney, teaching, 1/9: “Overview of James”
Mike Messerli, teaching, 1/16/11.
Videos of our class can be found on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com here: http://vimeo.com/channels/103348. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com and scroll to find each session.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY FOR ADULTS: In the last week, THREE of our female adult leaders have had conflicts arise that prevent them from serving our students on the No Agenda weekend. If you can serve, there is no cost for adults and we truly have a need! Please contact Brent McKinney at Brent@Crossroadsbible.org or via mobile phone ASAP!
Pine Cove No Agenda Weekend!
Buses leave the CBC south parking lot at 1:31PM on Friday, Jan. 14.
Please arrive at 1PM to load your gear and eat lunch before you come! All information regarding packing is available at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com. (sheets will also be available in Sunday School) Buses will return around 9:30PM on Sunday, Jan. 16. Balance due (assuming you paid early-bird deposit of $50, is $75 per student) before you get on the bus.
Wednesday Night Discipleship will resume in area homes on Jan. 19, taking off January 12 for L.I.S.D. finals.
We are in need of a host home for our junior-sophomore-freshman small group for the 2nd semester. If you’re willing to open your home, please contact Brent as soon as possible!.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
(over, please)
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011.
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 131 Days.
Service Opportunities:
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written two checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation (http://www.somaly.org) and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
Special thanks to all our parents who helped with the Christmas Banquet! A great time was had by all, and the work you did set a great tone for the evening!
Special thanks to everyone who helped with the set-up and take-down of the Angel Tree, especially Vanessa and Ryan for making sure it was organized!.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia (we’ll have a new photo of him available to see in class on Dec. 12) and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
H.S. Sunday School, 10:30—11:45AM in the Dungeon.
Brent McKinney, teaching, 1/9: “Overview of James”
Mike Messerli, teaching, 1/16/11.
Videos of our class can be found on the Crossroads Bible Church High School Sunday School channel on vimeo.com here: http://vimeo.com/channels/103348. All the high school video passwords are abc123 (but if you access them by channel you won’t need them). You can get class notes at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com and scroll to find each session.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY FOR ADULTS: In the last week, THREE of our female adult leaders have had conflicts arise that prevent them from serving our students on the No Agenda weekend. If you can serve, there is no cost for adults and we truly have a need! Please contact Brent McKinney at Brent@Crossroadsbible.org or via mobile phone ASAP!
Pine Cove No Agenda Weekend!
Buses leave the CBC south parking lot at 1:31PM on Friday, Jan. 14.
Please arrive at 1PM to load your gear and eat lunch before you come! All information regarding packing is available at www.cbchighschool.blogspot.com. (sheets will also be available in Sunday School) Buses will return around 9:30PM on Sunday, Jan. 16. Balance due (assuming you paid early-bird deposit of $50, is $75 per student) before you get on the bus.
Wednesday Night Discipleship will resume in area homes on Jan. 19, taking off January 12 for L.I.S.D. finals.
We are in need of a host home for our junior-sophomore-freshman small group for the 2nd semester. If you’re willing to open your home, please contact Brent as soon as possible!.
“My Favorite Verse” PHOTO SHOOT: The photos are posted via Facebook on Tracy Thomason McKinney’s page. Some of you may need to “friend” her to gain access.
(over, please)
Dates for Summer Arizona Mission Trip with Amor Ministries: June 18-25, 2011.
Missions Weekend @ CBC: February 11-13, 2011.
L.I.S.D. Spring Break: March 14-18, 2011.
Easter: April 24, 2011.
CBC Student Ministry Senior Speeches: May 22, 2011 = 131 Days.
Service Opportunities:
The loose-change worship offering continues each week. Since last May, we’ve written two checks of over $500 to the Somaly Mam Foundation (http://www.somaly.org) and WE’LL BE WRITING ANOTHER CHECK ASAP and we’re HALFWAY TO OUR 4th CHECK!!!! Thank you so much for your generosity to this cause!
CBC Kids has opportunities to serve on Sundays! Check out the Grapevine for all the contact information.
Special thanks to all our parents who helped with the Christmas Banquet! A great time was had by all, and the work you did set a great tone for the evening!
Special thanks to everyone who helped with the set-up and take-down of the Angel Tree, especially Vanessa and Ryan for making sure it was organized!.
*Pray for Johan in Columbia (we’ll have a new photo of him available to see in class on Dec. 12) and Guerson & Kerlande in Haiti. If you’d like to write letters to any of them, give them to Brent anytime (hand written/printed are best to ease translation and have a more personal “feel” to them).
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