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Following Jesus

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 My Three Events……………………………………………. 17 Sardis Presbyterian Staﬀ………………………………... 19 Sardis Presbyterian Music Staﬀ……………………... 20 High School Youth Leaders…………………………….. 21 Middle School Youth Leaders…………………………. 25 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 grades in room 104, Confirma on for 8th grade (please see page 7 for more informa on), and classes for grades 9‐12 in the Youth Room. During the classes, we examine how the Bible speaks to us today. For more informa on on Sunday School classes, please contact Adrian MarƟn at adrian.marƟn@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, guest speakers, and service work. Come out and join the fun on Sunday evenings from 6:00‐7:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Dinner is provided from 6:00‐6:30 and a $5 dona on is requested to help oﬀset the cost of the food. This year’s theme is Following Jesus, and as a part of our regular devo ons, we will examine what Jesus said according to the Gospel of Ma hew and how we can live out his words and teachings. Please contact Adrian MarƟn at adrian.marƟn@sardis.org for more informaƟon.

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. Contact Steve Carpenter at stevecarpenter@carolina.rr.com for more informaƟon.

High School Sabbath High School Sabbath is a new mid‐week opportunity for high school students to study the Bible in more depth. We share food then have a Biblically based devo on. 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. Contact Wells Tiedeman at jwƟedeman@yahoo.com for more 5 informaƟon.

Youth Music Programs Youth Choir Youth Choir at Sardis is a welcoming 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) are welcome to join us on Sunday evenings from 5:15 ‐ 6:00 p.m. a er Jubilate Bells. Contact Kaitlyn Davros by emailing kaitlyn.davros@sardis.org if you have any quesƟons or are interested in parƟcipaƟng.

The Jubilate Ringers The Jubilate Ringers have fun exploring new ways of making music while preparing pieces for worship. The Jubilate Ringers are open to all 6 – 12th grade students and will meet in the Administra on Building on Sundays from 4:30 ‐ 5:15pm. Contact Kaitlyn Davros at kaitlyn.davros@sardis.org if you have any quesƟons or are interested in parƟcipaƟng.

Sardis Praise Band The Praise Band prepares music for our 9:00 a.m. contemporary worship service. The Praise Band meets at various mes. Contact Jacob Hare at jacob.hare@sardis.org for more informaƟon.

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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 late August through May and meets Sunday mornings from 10:00‐10:45 in room 107‐108. For more informaƟon, please contact Georgia Pressly at presslyga@aol.com.

Class Opening Retreat Dates: September 15‐17

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: May 4‐6

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

Friday Night Frenzy! Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 3, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, March 9 Join us at the church for a fun night on Fridays! We will open the gym and the Youth Game Room for all youth for a me of fellowship and conversa on. We will be at the church from 8:30 ‐11:00 p.m., so come during or a er the football games! Friends are welcome! For more informa on, please contact Adrian MarƟn at adrian.marƟn@sardis.org.

Parent Workshops Date: October 15, November 12, Spring TBD We will host parent workshops, led by experts in their field, to allow parents to meet together and discuss important topics. On October 15, we will explore “Sex and the Media” with a representa ve from Southeast Psych. On November 12, our own Stacey Vanderwel will lead a workshop on “A Candid Talk about Ea ng Disorders and the Journey for Recovery.”

Star Wars The Last Jedi Movie Premier Date: Thursday, December 14 A er the First Order destroyed the New Republic, the Resistance is all that stands in their way of total domina on. Skywalker will train Rey in the ways of the Force, but as Skywalker says, “It is me for the Jedi to end.” We will see the earliest showing of the new movie as a group and revel in all things Star Wars! 9

Middle School Christmas Party Date: Sunday, December 10 Middle school youth will have a Christmas party in December to celebrate the birth of Christ. We will have fun gi exchanges and enjoy each other’s company.

Bingo at Plantation Estates Dates: November 19 and March 18 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

Youth Sunday Date: Sunday, March 4 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! We will lead both the contemporary and tradi onal worship services.

Graduation Sunday Date: Sunday, June 3 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 breakfast 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 Trip Fall Retreat Dates: October 20‐22 Middle School students will have the opportunity to spend a weekend at Camp Pee Dee located in Benne sville, SC for a weekend of fun, fellowship, worship, and study. We will examine what it means to be “Following Jesus” as we par cipate in a retreat about what it means to experience Sabbath. This will be a wonderful and fun weekend to get away!

Relationship Retreat Dates: November 17‐18 Middle school students will have a rela onship retreat. During this 24‐hour retreat, we will examine what it means to be in rela onship with each other and how we should faithfully live out those rela onships.

Snow Tubing Date: Saturday, February 3 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. 13

Beach Retreat Dates: April 13‐15 Join us as we travel to Kure 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!

Middle School Great Escape Dates: June 10‐15 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 16‐18 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 22‐24 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. We will examine what it means to be “Following Jesus” as we par cipate in a retreat about what it means to experience Sabbath. This will be a wonderful and fun weekend to get away!

Ski Retreat Dates: January 26‐27 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 and retreat themed ac vi es before and a er skiing. Join us for this awesome weekend!

Montreat Youth Conference Dates: July 22‐28 We will a end the annual Montreat Youth Conference in Montreat, NC. Last year, over 1,200 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, 15 the same week we a ended in 2017.

Mission Trip to St. Louis Dates: June 16‐24 As part of the PC(USA)’s Hands and Feet Ini a ve, our denomina on will serve in the city that hosts the General Assembly, our na onal biennial gathering. Sardis is proud to be a part of this first wave of Hands and Feet as we travel to St. Louis during the General Assembly. We will serve in and explore the city and spend a li le me learning more about what makes our church unique!

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

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. Please let us know what your youth are doing by mailing: youthmy3@sardis.org.

My Three Events

Youth Advisors & Teachers

Adult Leaders 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. Jared Daugherty | Minister of Music When Jared was in middle school and high school he did musicals, was involved with the marching band, was the church orchestra leader, and was the children’s worship pianist. 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. 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. In her spare me, she loves running, hiking, and sailing. In high school, Kaitlyn played Varsity Basketball. One of her favorite Bible verses comes from Psalm 63:3‐4. You may contact Kaitlyn at 248.821.1238 or 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. 19

Karen Bohlen | Chair of Youth Ministry Commi ee When Karen was in middle and high school, she played clarinet. She also played so ball 10th ‐ 12th grade. Now, in her free me, Karen likes to a end her children’s spor ng events and traveling as much as possible. Her favorite movie is Finding Nemo (expect for the part about the mother…”really Disney!?”) Karen’s favorite Bible verse is Hebrews 11:1. You may contact her at 704.222.6298 or kbohlen@earthlink.net.

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. 20 20

High School Youth Leaders 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.

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.

David Blackley | High School Sunday School Teacher David grew up at Sardis and a ended Ma hews Elementary, McClintock Middle, and East Mecklenburg High School. He went to college at NC Sate. David met is wife, Mary Beth, when they were in the Sardis Youth group. They now have three grown daughters and enjoy opera ng their family business, Renfrow Hardware and Farm. His favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 22:16 KJV. You can contact David by emailing davidblackley@bellsouth.net or calling 704.533.1468. 21

High School Youth Leaders 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.

Carolyn Humphrey | High School Advisor When Carolyn was in high school she moved to Charlo e and a ended East Meck. She found her place by running track and joining Civine es and Student Government. She was also the editor of the yearbook. Now, Carolyn enjoys spending me outdoors hiking, biking, running, and hanging out with three busy kids at spor ng events. Some of her favorite movies are Gone With the Wind and Fried Green Tomatoes. Her favorite Bible verse is I Corinthians 13. You may contact Carolyn at 704.839.1934 or carolyn@powellplanet.com.

Meredith Hunter | High School Advisor When Meredith was in middle and high school she was very compe ve. She played soccer, basketball, tennis, and so ball. Now, she likes to find new adventures like hiking, rock wall climbing, and going to Knights games. Her favorite movie is Shawshank Redemp on. Her favorite Bible verse is I Corinthians 13:4‐18. You may contact Meredith at mahunter@alumni.unc.edu or 704.654.6672. 22 22

High School Youth Leaders 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 swam. Now, Mike enjoys golfing and cycling. Mike’s favorite Bible verse is Psalm 27:1. You can contact Mike at 704.564.0681.

Doug Powell | High School Advisor When Doug was in high school he played the trumpet in the marching band and symphony. He also played tennis. Now, he likes to coach U‐ 10 and U‐16 soccer. He also likes to workout and go to the movies. His favorite movie is Star Wars. His favorite Bible verse is John 3:16. You may contact Doug at 704.839.1933 or doug@leapinsights.net.

Marie Scholz | 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. 23

High School Youth Leaders 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. Wells Tiedeman | High School Sabbath and Advisor When Wells was in middle school and high school he played the trumpet and played soccer and tennis. Now, Wells enjoys playing ten‐ nis 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. Jeff Wilkinson | High School Advisor When Jeff was in 12th grade, he was the star ng forward on his school’s basketball team. Now, Jeff enjoys a ending his family’s school and spor ng events, and par cipa ng in church ac vi es. His favorite movies are A Few Good Men and A Time to Kill. Jeff’s favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 41:10. You may contact Jeff at 704.953.8385 or by emailing jwilkinson@bdo.com. 24 24

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. Elizabeth Campbell | Middle School Youth Advisor When Elizabeth was in middle school, she played flute in the band and was ac ve in the Jr. Beta Club and Yearbook Club. She also did a lot with her church youth group. Now she enjoys exercising, ge ng together with friends, being outside in nature and travel. Her favorite movie is anything with Marvel heroes and she loves Wonder Woman! Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13. You may contact Elizabeth at 704.904.0366 or ecampbell26@carolina.rr.com. Steve Carpenter | Middle School Sabbath Leader Steve was on the basketball team and ac ve in Boy Scouts when he was in 7th grade. In high school, Steve was a lifeguard, taught swim‐ ming, and worked at a dog boarding kennel. Now, Steve enjoys swimming, playing pickleball, and hanging out with his family. His favorite movie is Dances with Wolves and his favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:6‐7. Contact Steve at stevecarpenter@carolina.rr.com. Steve Coleman | Middle School Youth Advisor When Steve was in middle and high school he par cipated in Boy Scouts and played church basketball. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout when he was a senior in high school. Now, Steve likes to play pick‐up basketball, travel, watch Ne lix, and a end spor ng events. His favorite movie is Space Jam. His favorite Bible verse is Roman 13:8. You may contact Steve at 704.574.0771 or by emailing colemansr84@gmail.com. 25

Middle School Youth Leaders Jim Duyck | Confirma on Teacher When Jim was in middle school and high school, he loved playing all sports, especially basketball. Now, Jim loves to go to the movies and the beach. His favorite movies of all me is Rocky and the Star Trek series. Jim’s favorite Bible verse is Psalms 56:3. You may contact Jim at 704.619.4259 or at jduyckjr@gmail.com.

Michelle Duyck | Confirma on Teacher When Michelle was in middle and high school, she was a cheerleader and Na onal Honor Society member. She has always had a passion for reading and s ll enjoys doing so as well as spending me at the beach with her family. Her favorite movie is Elf. Michelle’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:6. You may contact Michelle at 704.451.3153 or by emailing mduyck1@gmail.com. Bre Harris | 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.

Ruth Harris | 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 fa‐ vorite movie is Grease. Her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 100. You can contact Ruth at 704.491.6883 or ruthharris@bellsouth.net. 26 26

Middle School Youth Leaders Brady Koesel| Middle School Advisor When Brady was in middle school, he played football and tennis. He was also into breakdancing...he was poppin’ and lockin’ a er lunch everyday. Now, Brady enjoys any outdoor ac vity, especially golf. His favorite movies are Star Wars, Forest Gump, and Caddyshack. His favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13. You may contact Brady at 704.962.5098 or bkoesel@gmail.com.

Chris Near | Middle School Advisor When Chris was growing up he played li le league and AAU baseball. When he was in middle school he ran track, and in high school he played basketball. Now, Chris enjoys playing guitar, recording music, and being ac ve outdoors. His favorite movie is Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back. His favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 41:10. You may contact Chris at 704.301.1259 or ctnear@gmail.com.

Georgia Pressly | 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. 27

Middle School Youth Leaders Lynn Sloan | Confirma on Teacher When Lynn was in high school she was in the French Club, Honor Society, and was on the yearbook staﬀ. Now, Lynn enjoys ge ng together with her children who are 21 and 24, a ending a weekly Bible study, and Pilates. Her favorite movie is The Notebook. Lynn’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13. You may contact Lynn at 704.236.4612 or at sloancrew@carolina.rr.com. William Sloan | Confirma on Teacher When William was in middle and high school he played baseball and soccer. Now, William enjoys traveling, reading, and playing golf. His favorite movie is Caddyshack. His favorite Bible verse is Ma hew 22:39, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” You can contact William at 704.957.5593 or by emailing william.sloan2@aglife.com.

Molly Tucker | Middle School Advisor When Molly was in middle school, she started playing lacrosse. Now, Molly can be found tossing a lacrosse ball with her kids or enjoying a variety of water sports at the beach or on the lake. Her favorite movie is The Sound of Music. Her favorite Bible verse is Romans 8:31. You may contact Molly at 704.340.2486 or at linnmol@yahoo.com.

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. 28 28

Middle School Youth Leaders Mark Vanderwel | Middle School Advisor When Mark was in middle school he played tennis and spent a lot of me playing strat‐o‐ma c baseball, where he has a treasure trove of sta s cs. Now, he enjoys running and adding up sta s cs, but in basketball and soccer. Mark’s favorite movie is Raiders of the Lost Ark. His favorite Bible verse is Philippians 3:14. You many contact him at 704.340.1605 or markvanderwel@yahoo.com.

John Waller | Middle School Advisor When John was in middle and high school he loved playing sports. He wrestled, played soccer, tennis, and ran cross country. Now, he enjoys hanging out with his family, running, and playing and watching sports. His favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemp on. John’s favorite Bible verse is Luke 6:31. You may contact John at 704.607.2675 or by emailing wallersports@bellsouth.net.

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 by email at wilkinson00@windstream.net. 29

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