'15-'16 Youth Ministry Guide by sardispresby

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Sardis Youth Mission Commi ed to glorifying God, the Youth Ministry of Sardis Presbyterian Church exists to accept, engage, and nurture all youth and their families in order that they become disciples of Christ and serve the Lord.

Core Values Christ‐like: We strive to model the life and ministry of Jesus Christ through serving and glorifying God. Nurture: We foster Chris an growth by providing care, guidance, and support in a loving manner. Inclusive: We provide a welcoming and loving environment where all are accepted. Engaging: We seek the ac ve par cipa on of everyone with a balance of fellowship, programming, and service. Integrity: We pursue honesty and respect in our interac ons, clarity and openness in all our communica ons, and safety in our programs. Fun: We believe laughter, enjoyment, and camaraderie are essen al elements of spiritual forma on. Rela onal: We purposefully pursue every youth so that they know they are loved by God, invited to be in rela onship with Christ, and connected to the church. Spiritual Development: We are commi ed to the faith forma on of our youth and to support them as they con nue on their spiritual journey.

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Table of Contents Regular Programs………………………………………….. 5 Youth Music Programs…………………………………… 6 Confirma on Class…………………………………………. 7 Special Events & Ac vi es……………………………… 9 Middle School Retreats & Mission Trip…………… 13 High School Retreats & Mission Trip………………. 15 Service Opportuni es……………………………………. 16 Leadership Opportuni es………………………………. 17 Sardis Presbyterian Staﬀ………………………………... 19 Sardis Presbyterian Music Staﬀ……………………... 20 High School Youth Leaders…………………………….. 21 Middle School Youth Leaders…………………………. 26 Stay Connected……………………………………………… 30

Regular Programs

Sunday School Sunday School is oﬀered each Sunday morning from 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. and is taught by dedicated adult leaders who want to walk beside youth in their faith journey. We have classes for 6th and 7th grade, Confirma on for 8th grade (please see page 7 for more informa on), and high school classes for grades 9‐12. During the classes, we examine how the Bible speaks to us today. For more informa on on Sunday School classes, please contact Renda Brinson at renda.brinson@sardis.org.

Sunday Night Fellowship Sunday Night Fellowship oﬀers a wonderful opportunity to come and get to know others and be known. Middle school and high school have separate programs, which vary between fun ac vi es, studies and devo ons, and service work. Come out and join the fun on Sunday evenings from 6:00‐7:30 p.m. Dinner is provided from 6:00‐6:30 p.m. and a $5 dona on is requested to help oﬀset the cost of the food.

High School Take A Break Tuesday This high school me is set aside to deal with the pressures and issues facing youth today. Mee ng weekly from 6:30 p.m.‐7:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings at a local restaurant, this group will li each other up and aﬃrm each other. Take a Break Tuesday will include an in‐ depth Bible study followed by me to share what is happening in each person’s life.

Middle School Sabbath Sabbath is a mid‐week opportunity for middle school youth reflec on and fun. We share food then have a Biblically based devo on that usually includes music and video. We end with free me for fellowship and play. Bring $3 and join us on Wednesdays, 6:00‐7:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. 5

Youth Choir

Youth Music Programs

So, you love music?! Youth choir at Sardis is a place where we can grow musically and spiritually together. We will share in musical leadership during worship, and open up opportuni es to reach out, through song, in the community. Come and explore how we can use our musical gi s as an oﬀering to God. Youth (grades 6‐12) from the congrega on and community are always welcome to join us on Sunday evenings from 4:30 p.m.‐ 5:15 p.m. before Sunday Night Fellowship ac vi es begin. Contact Kaitlyn Davros at kaitlyn.davros@sardis.org for more informa on.

Youth Bells Youth Bell Ringers have fun exploring new ways of making music while preparing pieces for worship. The Youth Bell choir is open for all middle and high school students. We will meet in the Administra on building on Sunday evenings from 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. before Sunday Night Fellowship. Contact Kaitlyn Davros at kaitlyn.davros@sardis.org for more informa on.

Youth Praise Band Youth Praise will meet weekly on Sundays at 5:15 p.m. to though ully experience contemporary worship music. This group will explore inspira onal scripture and song lyrics and what making this music is all about. Come and be a part of this fantas c opportunity to grow your gi s and learn how they can be used to glorify God! Youth Praise is open to all youth (grades 6‐12). Contact Jacob Hare at jacob.hare@sardis.org for more informa on.

Montreat Worship & Music Conference Every year, many youth choirs from across the country a end Montreat Worship and Music Conference to worship, grow spiritually and musically with other youth, and create friendships that will last a life me. There are annual oﬀerings of worship and Bible study; choral, handbell, and instrumental music; as well as visual art and drama. Youth will have me for fun and games and will also learn how to be the church that celebrates and welcomes all. This year the theme of the conference is Grace. Please contact Kaitlyn or Jared if you are interested in a ending: jared.daugherty@sardis.org | kaitlyn.davros@sardis.org. 6 6

Confirmation Class Confirma on Class is designed for 8th grade or older students who want to explore what it means to be a member of our church. Through retreats, classes, and working with adults, each par cipant will explore his or her faith and if willing, join the church. The class runs September through May and meets Sunday mornings from 10:00‐10:45 a.m. For more informa on, please contact Renda Brinson at renda.brinson@sardis.org.

Class Opening Retreat Dates: September 18‐20

Confirmation Class

This retreat will help introduce par cipants to the curriculum while leaders and par cipants get a chance to be er know each other. This retreat is located in Montreat, NC and leaves Friday a er school and returns Sunday by noon.

Class Closing Retreat Dates: April 29‐ May 1

This retreat will examine the spiritual journey each par cipant has taken over the past year during the Confirma on Class experience. The retreat will be held at Valle Crucis Conference Center.

Special Events & Activities

High School Gender Dinners Dates: scheduled at least once per semester Gender dinners are a wonderful way to explore issues facing your gender during our normal Sunday Night Fellowship program. Guys and girls will meet separately and have a fun night while learning about gender specific topics.

Pumpkinpalooza Date: Saturday, October 24 Pumpkinpalooza is a chance for the youth to get crea ve for a night of service and fellowship. Youth come in costume and have a friendly trunk‐or‐treat decora ng contest. They will also help pass out candy and run fun games for the children from the community.

Star Wars VII Movie Premier Date: Thursday, December 17 The epic Star Wars saga con nues this December with episode seven, The Force Awakens. Join your Sardis friends as we see the midnight showing of the next chapter in Star Wars series. While wai ng for the movie, we will play Star Wars games and trivia. 9

Christmas Party Date: Sunday, December 13 Middle school youth will have a Christmas party later in December to celebrate the birth of Christ. We will have fun gi exchanges and enjoy each other’s company.

Sky High Date: Sunday, January 3 Middle school students enjoy this event every year. We will go to Sky High for a me of Fellowship that leaves our youth literally bouncing oﬀ of the walls! Then we will hop over to Carolina Place Mall to seek nourishment at the Food court. Come jump into the new year with us!

Bingo at Plantation Estates Dates: November 22 and March 13 High school students will travel to Planta on Estates to play Bingo with the residents. Come out and get to know some of the wonderful people who live a few minutes from our church while engaging in some awesome Bingo games! 10

Middle School Mingle Date: To be determined‐near the end of the spring semester Middle school youth from several local churches are invited to Sardis for an evening of fun, food and fellowship! A er a cook‐out, we will play games to get to know other area youth groups on the field of Providence Day. This is a wonderful way to hang out with your school friends at church!

Youth Sunday Date: Sunday, March 6 Be a part of the annual Youth Sunday worship service as the youth plan and lead the congrega on. All aspects of the service will be led by youth, so come be a part!

Graduation Sunday Date: Sunday, June 5 All high school seniors will be honored for their accomplishment of gradua ng in the 11:00 a.m. worship service. Before the service, there will be brunch in the Sardis House as we share stories from the past several years. This is a powerful and moving experience for the seniors as well as their families.

Retreats & Mission Trips

Middle School Retreats & Mission Trips Fall Retreat Dates: October 9‐11 Middle School students will have the opportunity to spend a weekend at Holston Presbytery Camp and Retreat Center for a weekend of fun, fellowship, worship, and study. As part of our weekend, we will go rock climbing. We will also look at what it means to be the Body of Christ. This will be a wonderful and fun weekend to get away!

Snow Tubing Date: Saturday, February 6 Middle school students will travel to the mountains for a day of snow tubing! This will be a fun and exci ng day of playing in the snow while sliding down the mountain at a high rate of speed.

Beach Retreat Dates: April 8‐10 Join us as we travel to Myrtle Beach for a weekend of fun, sun, and sand. We will play, pray, study, and try to unplug from busy lives. This will be a great retreat to unwind and have fun spending me with your Sardis friends! 13

Middle School Great Escape Dates: June 12‐17 Join us for this awesome experience at Lee College in Tennessee. Middle school youth from across the southeast will gather for a week of fun, singing, praying, playing, worshipping, and much more! You will not want to miss this!

Mission Trip in Charlotte Dates: July 18‐20 Spend three days and two nights in Charlo e serving others! We will stay in the Sardis House and serve several local agencies during the day and having fun in the evenings.

High School Retreats & Mission Trips beach Retreat Dates: September 25‐27 All high school students are welcome to join us at the beach for this fun and relaxing retreat. We will eat, play, pray and have fun as we take me out of our busy lives to focus on God.

Presbytery Retreat Date: November 7‐8 This Presbytery‐wide high school retreat will be held at Camp Pee Dee and is being planned and will be led by members of the Presbytery Youth Council. Come spend a weekend with your friends from the greater Charlo e and grow closer to God in the process.

Ski Retreat Dates: January 22‐23 Join us for a wonderful weekend of snow and worship. We will travel to Winterplace, WV and ski all day Saturday, while having devo ons before we go skiing. Join us for this awesome weekend! 15

New Orleans Mission Trip Dates: June 19‐26 Come spend a week in the Big Easy as we con nue to rebuild from Hurricane Katrina. We will work on homes through the RHINO (Rebuilding Hope In New Orleans) program at St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church. Come serve this week and work to rebuild hope to those less fortunate.

Montreat Youth Conference Dates: July 24‐30 We will a end the annual Montreat Youth Conference in Montreat, NC. Last year, over 1,000 youth a ended from all across the country and we made friendships that we will cherish. Come spend a week in keynote, recrea on events, music, and worship, growing closer to God! We will a end Week 5 of the conferences, the same week we a ended in 2015!

How can the youth help with your service project? We would love to have the Sardis youth help out on a service project that you are passionate about. Please email Adrian at adrian.mar n@sardis.org if you are involved in a project and think the youth could help out. This could be for an event or just for an a ernoon. Parents are also welcome to help plan a service project. 16

Do you like to talk to people or make them feel welcome? You are needed in our High School Host Group! Diﬀerent members of the Host Group will take turns each week welcoming everyone to our Youth Ministry events by being trained in how to interact with and welcome other youth. This is an easy way to make sure everyone feels connected to Sardis by making them feel like they belong. If you are interested in par cipa ng, please contact mariecscholz@gmail.com.

Leadership Opportunities

High School Host Group

High School Youth Council

The Youth Council will help plan and lead some of the Sunday Night Fellowships throughout the year, as well as help set some of our special events. The Youth Council will serve for an academic year, from August through May. If interested in serving on the Youth Council, please contact adrian.mar n@sardis.org.

My Three Events Our adult leaders love to get out to see what the youth do outside of church, from sports to dance and musical performances. Parents, please let us know what your youth are doing by emailing: youthmy3@sardis.org.

Youth Advisors & Teachers

Sardis Presbyterian Staff Adrian Mar n | Director of Youth Ministries When Adrian was in eighth grade, he played soccer. Now, Adrian enjoys playing video games, doing mar al arts with his sons, and anything Star Wars. His favorite movie is The Empire Strikes Back (Star Wars Episode V). His favorite Bible verse is Psalm 46:10, “Be s ll and know that I am God.” Contact Adrian at 704.778.6432 or adrian.mar n@sardis.org. Renda Brinson | Director of Chris an Educa on When Renda was in high school she sang in the chorus, took college credit courses, and worked part‐ me. Now, Renda enjoys sewing, paper cra s (especially card making), and being with her family. Her favorite movies are American President and Parent Trap. Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31. You can reach Renda at 704.458.0366 or by emailing renda.brinson@sardis.org. Jeff Weston | Assistant Middle School Youth Director When Jeff was in middle school and high school he was ac ve in Boy Scouts and achieved his Eagle in 1982. He was a junior lifeguard in California and played baseball and golf. Now, Jeff enjoys so ball, golf, cycling, watching Tarheel games, and working on his house. His favorite movie is Animal House. Contact Jeff at 704.365.6235 or by emailing jsweston323@gmail.com. Heather Eddy | Assistant Director of Chris an Educa on When Heather was in middle school and high school she played the flute, sang in the chorus, was in the reading club, science club, chess club, and was on her high school newspaper. Now, Heather enjoys swimming, reading, traveling, astronomy, and zoo visi ng. Her favorite movie is 1776. Her favorite Bible verse is James Chapter 4. You can contact Heather at 214.908.9856 or heather.eddy@sardis.org. 19

Sardis Presbyterian Music Staff

Jared Daugherty | Minister of Music When Jared was in middle school and high school he did musicals, was involved with the marching band where he played the horn, was the church orchestra leader, children’s worship pianist, and was in the chorus. Now, Jared is s ll highly involved with music and loves to cook. His favorite movie is Robin Hood Prince of Thieves. His favorite Bible verse is Exodus 15:2. “The Lord is my strength and song, and He is become my salva on: He is my God, and I will prepare Him an habita on; He is my father’s God, and I will Exalt Him.” You can contact Jared at 703.338.6014 or jared.daugherty@sardis.org. Kaitlyn Davros | Associate Director of Music / Organist Kaitlyn Davros is the Associate Director of Music and Organist here at Sardis Presbyterian Church. She leads the Youth Choir, Youth Bells, and Children’s Choir during weekly rehearsals. In her spare me, she loves running, hiking, and sailing. In high school, Kaitlyn played on Varsity Basketball for all 4 years (2004‐2008) where her team was ranked #1 in the state of Michigan. A er some broken fingers, she decided not to play in college and to focus on music and ministry, but she can s ll hold her own on the court from behind the 3‐point line. One of her favorite Bible verses comes from Psalm 63:3‐4 “Because your steadfast love is be er than life, my lips will praise you. So I will bless you as long as I live; I will li up my hands and call on your name.” Kaitlyn is easily accessible through texts/calls on her cell: 248.821.1238 and email: kaitlyn.davros@sardis.org. Jacob Hare | Contemporary Worship Leader When Jacob was in middle school and high school he was involved with the band. A er studying classical piano for several years, Jacob began performing in front of congrega ons. At the age of 15 he began to teach himself the guitar, and at 16 began playing regularly in church. Jacob s ll enjoys music and ministering through music. His favorite movie is Star Wars. His favorite Bible verse is Psalm 103. You can contact Jacob by emailing jacob.hare@sardis.org. 20 20

High School Youth Leaders David Abercrombie | High School Advisor When David was in middle school and high school he sang in the choir and played soccer. Now, David enjoys woodworking and watching “proper football”. His favorite movie is Cool Hand Luke. His favorite Bible verse is Ma hew 5:3‐12 (The Bea tudes). You can contact David at 336.354.3098 or by emailing dabercrombie2@carolina.rr.com.

Liz Alba | High School Sunday School Teacher When Liz was in middle school and high school she a ended Sunday School and loved covered dish suppers at church. Now, when Liz isn’t fulfilling her secret Candy Crush addic on, she enjoys snow skiing, reading, walking, hiking, and spending me with her family. Her favorite movies are Out of Africa, Starship Troopers, and all of the Harry Po er movies. Her favorite Bible verse is Micah 6:8. You can contact Liz at 704.578.0112 or by emailing lizalba@earthlink.net.

Tim Alba | High School Sunday School Teacher When Tim was in middle school and high school he ran track, played football, and did a 14‐day backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. Now, Tim enjoys skiing, golf, and celes al star‐gazing. Tim’s favorite movie is Kelly’s Heroes. His favorite Bible verse is Ecclesiastes 9:10‐11. You can contact Tim at 704.564.0163 or m_alba@earthlink.net.

High School Youth Leaders Kyle Bartel | High School Advisor When Kyle was in middle school and high school he ran cross country and track and was involved with his youth group. Now Kyle enjoys managing his Fantasy Football team. His favorite movie is A Few Good Men. His favorite Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 13. Contact Kyle at 704.560.2919 or by emailing kbartel@windstream.net.

Sheri Bartel | High School Advisor When Sheri was in middle school and high school she was involved in the youth group at Sardis and was in choir and on a clogging team. Now, Sheri enjoys to cook and do anything outside. Her favorite movie is The Help. Her favorite Bible verse is Philipians 4:13. Contact Sheri by sending at text to 704.562.2514 or emailing sbartel@windstream.net.

Ethan Carter | High School Advisor When Ethan was in middle school and high school he par cipated in FCA, Interact Club, Hockey Club, and was on the drumline. Now, Ethan enjoys teaching and playing the drums, playing guitar, and re‐learning piano. His favorite movie is V for Vende a. His favorite Bible verse is Mark 8:35. You can contact Ethan by tex ng 919.524.4214 or by emailing cartere46@gmail.com. 22 22

High School Youth Leaders Michael Champion | High School Advisor When Michael was in middle school and high school he was involved with his youth group at Carmel and played basketball. Now, Michael enjoys playing the drums and planning for re rement. His favorite movie is Raiders of the Lost Ark. His favorite Bible verse is John 15:13. You can contact Michael at 704.965.5579 or rmchampion1964@gmail.com.

Sarah Herum | High School Advisor When Sarah was in middle school and high school she played soccer. Now, Sarah enjoys reading, soccer, and being a mommy. Her favorite movie is Remember the Titans. Her favorite Bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3:1. You can contact Sarah at 704.589.0847 or by emailing her at sherum1987@gmail.com.

Steve Hoots | High School Sunday School Teacher When Steve was in middle school and high school he played football, basketball, golf, and ran track. Now, Steve enjoys golf and sleep. His favorite movies are any of the James Bond movies, as “they’re all the same.” His favorite Bible verse is Ma hew 6:33 ‐34. You can contact Steve at 704.564.3987 or steve.hoots@childressklein.com.

High School Youth Leaders

Canon Moore | High School Advisor When Canon was in middle school and high school she did horse back riding and played so ball. Now, Canon enjoys traveling, reading, exercising, gardening, and volunteering. Her favorite movies are The Sound of Music and The Notebook. Her favorite Bible verse is Phillipians 4:6. You can contact Canon on her cell at 704.953.0637 or by emailing canonmoore@carolina.rr.com.

Emily Oelz | High School Sunday School Teacher When Emily was in middle school and high school she played on the golf team, was on the dance team, and was a student council member. Now, Emily enjoys taking walks and consignment shopping. Her favorite movie is Grease. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalms 19:14. You can contact Emily at 704.301.6988 or emilywhiteoelz@yahoo.com.

Mike Oelz | High School Sunday School Teacher When Mike was in middle school and high school he ran cross country, track, and did swimming. Now, Mike enjoys golfing and cycling. Mike’s favorite Bible verse is Psalm 27:1. You can contact Mike at 704.564.0681.

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High School Youth Leaders Madison Rhodes | High School Advisor When Madison was in middle school and high school she played so ball, basketball, and swam. She also played the cello in symphony orchestra. Now, Madison enjoys running, hiking, and being with her dog. Her favorite movie is Pre y Woman. Her favorite Bible verse is John 14:1‐4. Contact Madison at 704.654.7237 or mrhodes@clclt.com. Marie Schulz | High School Advisor When Marie was in middle school and high school she ran cross country and par cipated in her youth group. Now, Marie enjoys running, and she is training for a marathon. Her favorite movie is Pride and Prejudice. Her favorite Bible verse is Micah 6:8. You can contact Marie at 704.942.5569 or by emailing mariecscholz@gmail.com. Bruce Simpson | High School Sunday School Teacher When Bruce was in middle school and high school he played basketball, was on the student council, was the treasurer of the Na onal Honor Society, ran cross country, played tennis, and worked on the family farm. Now, Bruce enjoys tennis, dog walking, and biking. His favorite movies are the Wizard of Oz and The Sound of Music. His favorite Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 13:4‐8. You can contact Bruce on his cell at 704.661.0590 or by emailing bsimpson@jmdlaw.com. Harry Tatum | High School Advisor When Harry was in middle school and high school his favorite ac vity was his Spanish class. Now, Harry enjoys flying his Cessna 172, especially when his grandchildren are along for the ride. His favorite movie is Raiders of the Lost Ark. His favorite Bible verse is Psalm 19:14. You can contact Harry at 704.807.1908 or h atum@aol.com. 25

Middle School Youth Leaders Susan Amick | Middle School Sunday School Teacher When Susan was in middle school and high school she danced, and was involved with service clubs and Sardis Youth Fellowship. Now, Susan enjoys reading and hiking. Her favorite movie is The English Pa ent. Her favorite Bible verse is Ma hew 11:28. You can contact Susan at 704.607.7422 or susan.amick@fourseasonscharlo e.com.

Mary Boylan | Middle School Advisor When Mary was in middle school and high school she was a cheerleader and on the Na onal Honor Society. Now, Mary enjoys reading, walking, her Mustard Seed Group, and volunteering at Tanner’s school. Her favorite type of movies are roman c comedies like Sweet Home Alabama. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 46:10. You can contact Mary at 704.604.5611 or by emailing mary@ravenwoodconsul ng.com.

Bre Harris | Middle School Confirma on Teacher When Bre was in middle school and high school he played basketball and baseball and was in Key Club and Young Life. Now, Bre enjoys fixing cars, working in the yard, and repurposing things. His favorite movies are the Lord of the Rings trilogy. His favorite Bible verse is Ma hew 7:33. You can contact Bre on his cell phone at 704.839.9543 or by emailing bre harris@bellsouth.net. 26 26

Middle School Youth Leaders Ruth Harris | Middle School Confirma on Teacher When Ruth was in middle school and high school she was in the youth choir, par cipated in youth fellowship, played tennis and was involved in Young Life. Now, Ruth enjoys playing tennis and gardening. Her favorite movie is Grease. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 100. You can contact Ruth at 704.491.6883 or ruthharris@bellsouth.net.

Georgia Pressly | Middle School Confirma on Teacher Georgia is originally from Buﬀalo, NY. She went to nursing school in New York, NY and worked there for three years. She now enjoys mission work (having led mission trips to Kenya), spending me with her grandchildren, reading, and furniture pain ng. Her favorite Bible verses are Luke 10:27 and Micah 6:8. You can contact Georgia at 704.516.6276 or by emailing presslyga@aol.com.

Amy Read | Middle School Sabbath Leader When Amy was in middle school and high school she was a member of a singing and dancing ensemble and ac ve in youth council, leading ac vi es for her youth group. Now, Amy enjoys reading, being cra y, and baking. Her favorite movies are anything with John Cusack in them, especially Say Anything. Her favorite Bible verse is Mark 10:45. You can contact Amy by emailing amyread@carolina.rr.com. 27

Middle School Youth Leaders Wendy Solomon | Middle School Advisor When Wendy was in middle school and high school she played tennis, ran track, was the co‐editor of the yearbook, worked at Eckerd Drug, and volunteered at the hospital. Now, Wendy enjoys playing tennis, doing yoga, cycling, and cooking with her husband. Her favorite movies are Pitch Perfect and Save the Last Dance. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 23. You can contact Wendy on her cell phone at 704.654.0618 or by emailing solomonwendy@yahoo.com.

Leslie Tiedeman | Middle School Advisor When Leslie was in middle school and high school she played clarinet and was in the drama club. Now, Leslie enjoys watching the Tiedeman men play tennis. Her favorite movies are Gone With the Wind and The Goodbye Girl. You can contact Leslie at 704.564.1177 or by emailing l edeman@carolina.rr.com.

Wells Tiedeman | Middle School Advisor When Wells was in middle school and high school he played the trumpet and played soccer and tennis. Now, Wells enjoys playing tennis and golf and studying the Bible. His favorite movie is Shawshank Redemp on. His favorite Bible verses are Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:13, and Psalm 23. You can contact Wells at 704.574.0622 or by emailing jw edeman@yahoo.com.

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Middle School Youth Leaders Robert Vanderford | Middle School Advisor When Robert was in middle school and high school he went on camping and hiking retreats. Now, Robert enjoys cooking, woodworking, running, and English and German grammar. His favorite movie is Jaws. His favorite Bible verse is Ma hew 25:31‐46. You can contact Robert at 704.301.5748 or rvanderford@gmail.com.

Melinda Wilkinson | Middle School Advisor When Melinda was in middle school and high school she was in the marching band and played piano. She also loved to roller skate on Friday nights. She was also in youth group at Richlands Presbyterian Church. Now, Melinda enjoys being a mom taxi, riding her bike, and playing cards. Her favorite movies are Grease, Top Gun, and Annie. You can contact Melinda at 704.953.7697 or wilkinson00@windstream.net.

Ellen Zoutewelle | Middle School Advisor When Ellen was in middle school and high school she took horseback lessons and was in the Girl Scouts. She was in the French club and FBLA. Now, Ellen enjoys reading, baking, scrapbooking, and arts and cra y‐ type things. Her favorite movies are The Saint and The Sound of Music. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:6. You can contact Ellen at 704.906.2334 or ezoutewelle@gmail.com.

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