military and our first responders— our local fire and police. They put their lives on the line every day. 2. Enjoy and appreciate your family. I was with Todd’s father, David, a year after 9/11. He said, “My heart is overflowing with sadness. We miss Todd terribly. And my heart is overflowing with joy. We have a lot of great memories. . . but we can’t make any more.” Let your family know you love them. If you need to apologize or make things right, do it. Love your family!
3. What would Todd say if he were here today? I’ll go back to something else Todd’s dad said. He said, “Everyone keeps talking about September 11. It’s not about September 11; it’s all about the day before.” In other words, be prepared for eternity. Todd didn’t know he was going to die that day, but because of his relationship with Jesus, he was prepared! Another young man who died unexpectedly and early said, “When it comes time to die, be very sure that all you have to do is die.” - Jim Elliot
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Upward Basketball is Coming! We are excited to inform you that the Upward Basketball 2022 season is happening again this year! We would love for your child to participate and are looking forward to what this season has in store. Upward Basketball is a ministry at College Church where children can play in a basketball league that is focused on teaching the skills of the game, teaching the basic truths of the gospel and reaching out to our community. Important details about the season are listed below:
League Divisions Boys: Grades 1st-2nd | 3rd-4th | 5th-6th Girls: Grades 1st-2nd | 3rd-4th | 5th-6th
Coaching We have a need for coaches and would love for you to consider being a coach! If you are interested in being a coach, please contact Dan Hiben at dhiben@collegechurch.org.
Player Registration & Cost October 11 Registration Opens November 28 Registration Closes The cost is $95 per athlete, $80 for each additional sibling. Please note, we cannot guarantee that your child is on the same team as a friend. The only guarantee we can make is if a child wants to play with a friend they invited who does not know Jesus (indicate this when registering your child), if they have a sibling, or if their parent is a coach. We are confident that your child will make friends and have a blast.
Season Schedule December January 3 January 15 February 19 March 12 March 14
Team roster and schedule released Practices begin First Game Holiday Weekend/No Games Last Game Awards Night
Dates for Evaluations – by Last Name You are encouraged to come on your designated night, but you are welcome to come on any of these nights as your schedule allows. A - F: G - L: M - Q: R - Z:
December 2, 6-7:30 p.m. December 6, 6-7:30 p.m. December 7, 6-7:30 p.m. December 8, 6-7:30 p.m.
COVID Protocols Upward will be a mask-optional ministry this season. Participants are welcome to wear masks, but masks will not be required. Finally, we ask that you please pray for the season ahead. Please be praying for the coaches and players. Pray for new relationships with Jesus to be formed and existing relationships to be grown. Lastly, please pray for good health for our coaches and players throughout the season. We hope to see you and your child this season! If you have any questions, feel free to contact Madi Traxinger at mtraxinger@college-church.org .
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