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Mass Email

2009-11-04T20:35:00.001-08:00

This is the mass email I just sent out to the parents and youth of Terranova. If you didn't get it then you better lend me your info.

Read Carefully because a lot is going on - it could drive you crazy.

Thursday the 5th - 6pm showing of Invisible Children at the HUB. This is a new movie. No one has scene it yet!

Sat. 7th and Sun 8th. - Select Terranova Youth have volunteered to Help Albertson's on Muirlands feed needy people this Thanksgiving. You know who you are and if you'd like to get involved email Trent at tac28@cox.net.

Sat. 7th and Sunday 8th - The high school group is having a fundraiser down at Ruby's diner in the Mission Viejo Mall. Bring in a flyer that you can download Here and then we'll earn 20% of the bill. If you are having trouble with the link go to the high school section of the www.ourterranova.com and their will be a link there as well.

Monday the 9th through Friday the 13th is small group weeks. We alternate between large group gatherings like the one on the 5th and small groups that happen throughout the week. However we have a great event on that Thursday:

Thursday the 12th - A HUGE FEEDtheMUSIC with hip-hop artists Manafest and Flynn Adam, 7-9pm and its $5 w/ a side dish and $12 w/out. Check out www.FEEDtheMUSIC.net to get to know the artists and just what a big deal this is for people in and around Terranova. This is for everyone of all ages!

Sunday the 15th - Parent Meeting after the second service in the High School room.

Wednesday the 18th - Get ready for a Zoolander themed Thanksgiving Night. Dress like a supermodel and be prepared to drink Orange Mocha Fraps.

January 1-3 - Winter Camp at HUME Lake. Cost is $275 and we need your money in ASAP ($100 deposit to hold your spot) We have very little spots.

Check out the blog in www.HUBLOVE.blogspot.com for all the goodies.
For real time insights check out www.twitter.com/hublove

Parent Meeting: November 15th and WINTER CAMP

2009-10-20T20:49:00.000-07:00

November 15th after second service (approx. 12:30) there will be a parent meeting in "the drain" - the high school room of Terranova.

FYI - Winter Camp is Jan. 1-3 and it is approx. $275 and will be back at HUME LAKE which is new for us. There are plenty of snow/non-snow options for people to have fun and grow a lot at this winter camp. WE NEED A DEPOSIT ASAP FOR $100 TO MAKE SURE YOU CAN GO.

MID-WEEK's Are up and running, err gathering

2009-10-20T20:44:00.000-07:00

The high school group of Terranova and its peers will be gathering every other Wednesday from 7-8:30pm. To not confuse anyone I have posted below the 5 times this will occur at the end of 2009.

Oct. 21st
November 5th - Special Showing of Invisible Children on Thursday at 6pm.
*November 12th is FEEDtheMUSIC w/ Flynn Adam and Manafest
November 18th - Zoolander themed Thanksgiving Night. Dress like a supermodel
December 2nd
December 16th
December 30th

We will update this post with the appropriate themes. Because every night is going to be GREAT.

Esperanza

2009-10-01T16:45:00.000-07:00

Hope South of The Border

Click HERE to find out more and be apart of this great incarnational, multi-generational ministry opportunity.

Ladies Night!!!

2009-09-15T20:14:00.000-07:00

Ladies,

On October 1st from 7-9pm the HUB and its female counterparts will be hosting a necklace party where everyone will enjoy a great time of fun, food and necklace making.

Make sure you get in on this action.

Pause/Pray/Pursue

2009-09-15T20:08:00.000-07:00

Hey Terranova Family,

This week is about taking time out of our schedule to Pause/Pray/Pursue

Pause: stop what your doing whether its watching TV, surfing the web, hanging with friends or doing homework. Stop your normal routine and just be. This hectic pace will wear us all out. Stop and gather your thoughts and listen to the Spirit..

Pray: Once you've carved out some time do as Jesus did: Connect with the Father. Listen to him and draw near to him. Let him guide you instead of your schedule guiding you.

Pursue: He'll put someone on your heart once you are full of his grace and love. The pursue part becomes a natural outflow of spending time with the Lord as he flows out of you and onto other people. See what God is doing in the lives around you as you pour out what comes naturally through the Father.

NEXT WEEK: Thursday the 24th is NOOMA night at the HUB. Make sure to be there for great fun and discussion.

- the Team

3 Worship opportunities to Worship this Week

2009-08-26T23:23:00.000-07:00

Hey Gang,

The high school group has 3 different worship experiences coming up this week. The first one starts this Thursday.

Soul Stir: 7-9pm @ the HUB
Soul Stir is a worship experienced designed to refresh your soul. You'll be meeting with God in various rooms at your leisure experiencing different ways to connect with God. Then you'll join us for a corporate time to give praise to the Father.

Then on Sunday...

Sunday Morning All Out Worship: 9:30am @ HUB
AOW is an morning of worship and giving praise to our God. It'll be high energy and participatory.

Sunday Beach Baptisms: 3pm-7pm @ Doheny
Come join the church down at Doheny. Get Baptized.

*** IF you are interested in being baptized please let me know by Friday morning. There are last minute baptisms allowed but we would really like to anticipate your decision. Maybe its been something you've wanted to do or maybe something changed at HUME. Please email me back.

Ryan@fathom33.com
Ryan Zeulner

PS - Molly Jenson is coming to FEEDtheMUSIC Sept. 10th so mark your calendars and tell your friends - check her out at www.FEEDtheMUSIC.net

Awesome HUME Experience

2009-08-26T23:18:00.001-07:00

Thanks to everyone who came or helped us get to Hume Lake. More to come on this!!!

Sit in the Chair

2009-08-09T06:56:00.000-07:00

Some verses to reflect on what you and God bring to the "table."

The next step is to dive into the scriptures that back up these principles. With each scripture ask yourself:
What does God bring?
and
What do I desire?

Exodus 15:26

Psalm 103

Matthew 11:29

1 John 4:7, 16

1 Cor. 13

Service Project Day 8/8/09

2009-08-08T07:42:00.000-07:00

High school group!!!!

Come down to the HUB Saturday (8/8) at 1pm (till 5) and help us change the community through a very great service project. (details to those who show up). Hint: Its all about caring for the souls of those around you.

It doesn't cost anything, so come on down.

This next Thursday is FEEDtheMUSIC and its Hip-Hop so you have to come out 7pm-9pm. For all the details and free album downloads go to www.FEEDtheMUSIC.net

Ryan Zeulner
www.HUBlove.blogspot.com

FEEDtheMUSIC

2009-07-05T12:03:00.001-07:00

FEEDtheMUSIC f/ Lakes is this Thursday, 7-9pm. Bring a dish to share and the concert/potluck is only $5 ($12 w/out).

Lakes is an amazing band that you and everyone you know will want to see. Check them out at www.FEEDtheMUSIC.net

Also a special FEEDtheMUSIC is on Sunday f/ Andy Zipf which is free at will be at 9:30am at the HUB. Check him out at www.myspace.com/andyzipf

What a great week in music.

AND: movie Sunday night at Musical Theatre Village where we will show Back 2 The Future!!!!
36 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618

Why Crazy?

2009-07-05T12:02:00.001-07:00

The soul is who you are. It is your very essence.
Not your body, because you’ll lose that.
Not your mind, because you’ll lose that 2.

Your soul is the core of who you are.

Your soul is alive!! It living and needs nourishment, care and love. It requires nurture through an authentic connection with God. Through that nurturing connection, our souls receive rest, healing, strength and power for transformation.

We are being surrounded by crazy distractions. Things crawling for our attention. Things spinning out of control that are screaming at us to pay attention to it. What kind of things are on your mind?

(parents losing jobs, trying find summer jobs, out of control friends or siblings, sense of loss, tempting decisions, loss of faith, numbness and ways to numb the numbness)

We are bombarded with so many crazy things and we don’t have control over any of it. The control we do have is not on the external, but the internal. How are you taking care of your soul? How do those connections with God happen? That is what this summer is all about. Getting back to the root of who you are in this crazy world - your soul.

God has given us a way of life that he modeled through Jesus. Crazy stuff was going on with Jesus and yet his soul was so filled up by the father that he was at peace. His soul was rich and in the end that is what we are longing for - completeness. Filled up (not hollow).

Isaiah promises this: IS 40:28-31

Do you not know?
Have you not heard?
The LORD is the everlasting God,
the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary,
and his understanding no one can fathom.

29 He gives strength to the weary
and increases the power of the weak.

30 Even youths grow tired and weary,
and young men stumble and fall;

31 but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.

Your soul is either healthy or neglected.

So I leave you with this: What is your soul crying out for?
“Once we clearly acknowledge the soul, we can learn to hear its cries.” - Dallas Willard, Renovation of the Heart.

"Crazy"

2009-07-04T22:18:00.000-07:00

The summer theme of all summer themes: Crazy, as in YOU are CRAZY.

the leaked summer calendar of sumer '09

2009-06-27T19:38:00.000-07:00

Crazy Summer Calendar

June 28th - Parent Meeting after second service in the youth room

July 2nd - Nooma Night @ the HUB 7-9pm (games and small groups)

July 4th - Lake Forest Parade, pass out water, 10am (Saturday)

July 9th - FTM: Lakes 7-9pm (need 2 bit crew of 10)

July 12th - Movie Night @ MTV 6:30pm (we are watching Back 2 The Future)

July 13 - 17 VBS for the Kids, help out in the mornings 9-12. Email carolyn.s@ourterranova.com

July 16th - Couch Olympics 7pm-10pm
Theme: Crazy costume
Need: parents to bring drinks and snacks (rootbeer floats?)
**this time your couch IS the star.

July 25th - DoHARDthings : A one day conference for teens and their parents @ Calvary Church of Santa Ana, $30, preregistered. www.therebelution.com

July 29th - Crazy Relay and REC games @ Hub 7-9pm (Wednesday)
Need: student to tell their story
Need: Parent to bring pizzas and sodas

Aug. 8th - Service project*** 1-5pm - more info to come

Aug. 13th - FTM: Cookbook and UNOmas (need 2 bit crew)

Aug. 16-21 - Hume Lake!!!!!!! Final payments by Aug. 2nd

Aug. 27th - Soul Stir - 7-9pm TBA

Sept. 2nd or 3rd - Hunni Darts w/ other churches (wed or thursday) - at Grace Hills and Calvary Chapel off of Moulton by El Toro.

Sept. 10th - FTM: Molly Jenson

Sept. 17th - Week of Action (all week) Pause/Pray/Pursue

Sept. 24th - Nooma Nite 7-9

Bonfire: June 25th

2009-06-18T22:18:00.000-07:00

We are doing a Doheny (burn your school work) bonfire June 25th 6:30-9pm by where the bridge drops you in off of PCH (Its called Hole in the Wall and you park on PCH right at the pedestrian bridge that goes over PCH just before the light that takes you into Capistrano Beach Park).

I need parents or someone to volunteer to camp down at the spot from about 3:30 or until I get there around 6pm to set up.

Repeat: I need volunteers to camp out and bring supplies. Email me if you are interested.

Bring school work to burn and your friends. Everyone is responsible for their own ride!

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Parent Meeting: June 28th

2009-06-18T22:17:00.000-07:00

PARENT MEETING: After second service in the HS room on June 28th. Get all the insight.

Hume Lake: Summer Camp '09

2009-06-18T22:15:00.000-07:00

Only a few spots left. $150 deposit holds your spot! Info below.

Fundraiser Movie Night

2009-06-04T13:43:00.000-07:00

On June 7th go to Musical Theatre Village to watch on the big screen a showing of Princess Bride at 6:30.

Students will be selling popcorn to raise money to go to camp.

36 Mauchly, Irvine, CA 92618

HUME LAKE: New date/New Low Price

2009-06-04T13:40:00.000-07:00

we are heading off to Hume Lake from Aug. 16th (leaving 9am) and coming back Aug. 21st

The price used to be $550 but is NOW $449 - that is a savings of over a $100!!!!!!!

So get your monies in because with the new low price and new date we have over 30 people tagged and interested and wanting to go

NOVA-DO

2009-05-22T11:05:00.000-07:00

We are going to Start KARATE at the Hub, next Wednesday at 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

We will have a more structured bible study and Karate class

I am really excited and thankful to SENSEI GERMAN, for giving his time to all of us, and for the opportunity to minister to other kids with the NOVA-DO Style of CHRISTIAN MARTIAL ARTS MINISTRIES.

PS - there will be monthly fees involved for this operation because it is a legitimate karate class.

SENSEI GERMAN
NOVA-DO, MARTIAL ARTS MINISTRIES

The Movement

2009-05-22T10:55:00.001-07:00

TN PEEPS - I only recommend going the 30th because we want you to be apart of raising money for camp during the Block Baby Sitting. yeah.

Block Babysitting

2009-05-22T10:53:00.000-07:00

Block Babysitting / Date Night

The high school students are looking for a way to help you, and raise money for camp. Come to the hub and drop off your potty trained kids at the Hub. Whether you have 1 kid of 5, the price is only $10 per hour per household. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to get out for a night and some adult conversation!

Vitals:
When: Friday, May 29th, 6pm - 10pm
Where: the Hub [map]
Contact: Ryan Zeulner for more info.

Hume Lake: Summer Camp '09

2009-05-20T14:00:00.000-07:00

We are going back to the greatest camp alive on June 28th-July 4th. We need in a $150 REFUNDABLE (up to May 31) deposit ASAP. The total cost is $559. Click on the picture to get more details:

Mother's Day Movie NIght - Pirates of The Carribean

2009-05-07T20:53:00.001-07:00

Come one, come all to watch one of the greatest movies ever made!

The show will be held at MTV (Musical Theatre Village)

Where: 36-C Mauchly, Irvine
Time: 7pm
Cost: FREE (It is a fundraiser and we will be selling $5 for popcorn and taking donations)

I bet you haven't seen this movie yet while wearing an eye patch?

FEEDtheMUSIC

2009-05-02T13:30:00.001-07:00

We are currently beginning our revolutionary concert line called FEEDtheMUSIC. The details are anything but boring as our first concert is May 14th from 7-9 featuring the PawnShop kings.

Check out our dedicated site: www.FEEDtheMUSIC.net and spread the word.

The good news is that we have it going on every month. Join us every 2nd Thursday of the month. But you knew that... because you checked out the website.

Last Weeks Thoughts on Sexuality

2009-05-02T13:23:00.000-07:00

SCHOLARS believe that the word SEX is related to the Latin word Secare which means “to sever, to amputate, to disconnect.”
Our sexuality then has 2 dimensions:
Our awareness of how cut off/ disconnected we are
Its about all the ways we go about trying to reconnect.

Remember: Our sexuality is all about the ways we strive to reconnect with our world, each other and God. ITS ABOUT CONNECTION!

You can’t be connected with God until you’re at peace with who you are. If you’re still upset that God gave you this body or this life or this family or these circumstances, you will never be ablt to connect with God in a healthy, thiving, sustainable sort of way. You’ll be at odds with your maker. And if you can’t come to terms with who you are and the life you’ve been given, you’ll never be able to accept others and how they were made and the lives the’ve been given. And until you’re at peace with God and those around you, you will continue to struggle with your role on the planet, your part to play in the ongoing creation of the universe. You will continue to struggle and resist and fail to connect. - Rob Bell, SEX GOD

Free Music

2009-04-30T13:32:00.000-07:00

We shot the Moon is a band that is quite good. Not only that but they are offering up their last album for free! Click here to download it.

Benefit Concert/Coin Drive

2009-04-22T14:07:00.000-07:00

The coin drive has already started at Terranova, so please bring in your change to help kids go to Hume this summer. Also we have a benefit concert coming up featuring the PawnShop kings. Check the flyer below, as well as the links for all the information at:

www.FEEDtheMUSIC.NET

or info on the band

PawnShop kings

Fundraising Guide '09

2009-04-22T13:49:00.001-07:00

Night of Champoins

2009-04-18T23:26:00.000-07:00

April 24, 2009
Kingsfield Church in Laguna Niguel
Cost: FREE
FREE IN-N-OUT
6:30 - 10:00 PM

The Great Debate

2009-04-01T13:04:00.001-07:00

So our plans have changed. Biola has decided NOT to have a satellite campus by us. You are more than welcome to drive up to Biola and see a live feed (the tickets are sold out) but we will not be going as a group. Sorry. I wish they hadn't decided to nix the Lake Forrest Feed.

Check out the Biola website HERE

Please learn about my friend

2009-03-21T19:48:00.000-07:00

Please learn about a most remarkable young man. His story is moving. You will love him and the God that he serves.

Click below:
Clayton McDonald

SEX God

2009-03-10T13:56:00.000-07:00

We all know that media talks to much about sex while families tend to shy away from it all. This is a call to parents to have continual discussions about sex and sexuality.

Not sure how many times this issue should be brought up? Well the more you talk about it the less you have to cover every time. Think of it like building blocks.

Still don't know how many times you should talk about it? - Then add up all the roles in the hay you have in a year and divide by three. If its more than you are comfortable with then divide by 5. Or throw that out because there is no formula! If you are a single parent then the answer should be ZERO, but alas you probably need to talk about the issue MORE than those living with both parents!

So what do you talk about? Well they already know the basics (hopefully) but our sexuality is complicated and confusing - which means we need to talk about it on an ongoing basis. So to help you I am suggesting everyone reads SEX God, by Rob Bell. The high school group is going to spend some time on some of the topics brought up by this book, but I'd like the parents to have the lead on the discussion. Know more and lead your students through the most sexually frustrating time of their lives.

You are their biggest advocate to remaining pure and dealing with their identity in the most healthy/God honoring ways.

Can I say it again - read the book! It just could make this whole subject less awkward.

SEX GOD

Upcoming Events (March- April '09)

2009-03-10T13:51:00.000-07:00

3/13, Friday, Manpower - help us help our community by moving large objects curbside. Meet at the Hub at 5pm. Come help the HS put some stuff curbside and then jump on with the rest of the church at 6 to help people in the community.

3/28, Saturday, Leadership training for Juniors and Seniors to help you reach out and love on others. RSVP by emailing Ryan. 10-12:30 at the HUB.

3/29, Sunday, Baby Shower after second service for our own Aimie Campomanes. She had Cody Axl two weeks ago.

4/4, Saturday, Does God Exist? A debate. Meet at the Biola Building on Ave. De Carlota and Los Alisos at 7:15pm (free).

4/5, Birthday Sunday, Party and Impact Day Planning

4/8, Wednesday, Impact Day. 10am at the Hub. $5

4/10, Good Friday, Potluck and Worship Night, 6pm

4/12, Sunday, Easter - family service

Always contact me if there is a question!
Ryan@fathom33.com or 714.390.1072

*Girl Retreat Coming Soon!
Hume Lake - June 28th-July 4th, $150 Deposit Needed Now!

The Experiment

2009-02-26T11:09:00.000-08:00

Are you ready for The Experiment??? (From the mind of Lyle Castellaw)

Hey there! How are you enjoying being a parent of a teenager? It’s a pretty wild ride, don’t you think? And especially tough is you and I helping our kids cultivate their relationship with God. Face it, most parents in our community will do all they can to help their kid become the honor student or the star athlete. But we see things a little bit different here at Terranova. It’s our desire for our kids to go beyond those objectives to be spiritually rich and whole, for their characters to be formed so that they live with a courageous faith, daring to seek purity in a world that scoffs at it. So how do we do that?

Here’s our simple discovery (Dana’s and mine): We’ve seen our teens benefit greatly by providing them a great spiritual diet. They are consistent in going to our youth group, but here’s what’s more: they have gotten into the rhythm of worshipping with us on Saturday nite.
Here’s our routine: we stop what we’re doing about 4pm and clean up so we can get to church by 5pm. We have a great time with the service, which tends to be more laid back, with round tables, candles, and acoustic style. Then we get dinner afterward.

So we’ve been thinking: why don’t more people like us do this, increasing the spiritual menu of the kids, because they still hit youth group and get good stuff there on Sunday morning?

Which leads us to The Experiment: what would it look like if every parent and teen combo showed up at the 5pm service on February 28 (this Saturday), with a potluck item in hand, dropping that item off in the youth room, then enjoying the service-- actually sitting together-- and then right afterward, having a potluck meal together and trying our skill at foosball, air hockey, pool, ping pong, or just chillin? What might happen? You’ll only know if you come!

I know this: your kids will not become strong in their faith by some sort of accident! We have great youth leaders who love our kids, led by Ryan Zeulner, who will be with us on that nite, by the way. And we also have a Saturday service, which we think works pretty well in giving them a time of spiritual feeding. Wanna try it? Just this once? We just want to see what happens, what God might do. We don’t have a big plan for doing things like this weekly or monthly. All we have is…an experiment!

To be a part, just email back and let us know you’re coming (jackie.j@ourterranova.com). And then, just show up bringing a potluck food item to share which can be dropped off at the youth room as you walk in. And then…we’ll see what happens! So….who’s playing?? Please reply back and let us know!

This all takes place on 2/28 at 5pm

Friday the 13th

2009-02-05T14:08:00.000-08:00

Meet us at Forest Lanes at 10am on Friday the 13th. We'll bowl till noon, grab a bite at Taco Bell and then head over to the Hub to hangout till 5pm. Bowling will cost about $15 for the two hours, including shoes.

Dodgeball Promo Video

2009-01-22T20:43:00.000-08:00

dodgeball tournament promo from Project Hangout on Vimeo.

All the info is on www.projecthangout.blogspot.com

top

2009-01-19T20:57:00.000-08:00

Upcoming Events (till February '09)

2008-12-27T09:56:00.000-08:00

Jan. 26 - Day trip to Big Bear to Snowboard. Just chip in for gas, and you buy the lift ticket. Meet in the parking lot of the Hub at 6am (but email me to let me know you are coming!)

Jan. 31st - Turn Your Campus 2009 @ Biola. Meet in the Hub parking lot at 7:45 ($7) ends at 5pm

February 21st - Dodgeball Tournament. Claim your team and practice. Info on previous posts.

SUMMER CAMP DATES: JUNE 28TH-JULY 4TH @ Hume Lake. Deposits secure your position. ($150)

Ho(bo)Made Christmas Party

2008-12-11T21:15:00.000-08:00

Dec. 19th

7-9pm

At a park near Mike Bowe's House!
27932 Catalonia Court
Mission Viejo CA 92692

Bring a gift that you have made for our white elephant gift exchange and a sack lunch (dinner) to share. Dress warm because we'll be outside.

This is a minimal Christmas party to celebrate all we have!

The Dodgeball Tournament Returns

2008-12-10T12:43:00.000-08:00

This is just a teaser, although you can read all about it on the project hangout blog:

fro distribution: the fathom thirty-three fundraiser

2008-10-29T14:17:00.000-07:00

Last week we unleashed the best fundraiser in Western Civilization history. Just a reminder that the order forms and money are due on Sunday Nov. 30th. and the shirts will be delivered December 14th (Sun), just in time for Christmas.

What is this fundraiser you say? Maybe you missed our explanation. Here is a quick run down:

Let me explain how it works: Your student (or maybe you are the student) will get an order form (think girl scout cookies) and will presale fathom shirts and collect the money. At the due date (the current due date is set for Nov. 30th) the students will turn in the money and we will then print the shirts, sort them and return them to you on Dec. 14th for your student (or yourself) to redistribute to their clients.

Shirts are $23.20 + Tax ($25) and every shirt sold puts $10 torwards winter camp (or something else within the church like summer camp). You will get the check the day the shirts are delivered so you will have payment in plan. For example, if you student sells 40 shirts total, that is $400 raised.

In order to provide the students with the best resources, we provide them with receipts, envelopes and folders and order forms along with information on "How to sell fathom thirty-three." Its a complete package that all you have to do is introduce and we can be there to explain the process to the kids. Both the Jr. High and High school groups will be participating in this fundraiser as it is the perfect timing for such an event right before Christmas.

If the question pops up - can my group do this, the answer is yes. We are currently looking to branch this out to other churches and groups that have a need to raise capital.

IN RECAP:

Sunday, November 30th: Money and Order Forms Due

Sunday, December 14th: Shirts delivered, checks cut.

Resources: www.fathom33.com/froresources

Winter X: Filter

2008-10-09T14:27:00.000-07:00

WINTER X: FILTER

I know everyone is dying to know how we could possibly have a greater winter camp than last year. Well, we can't promise a blizzard and multiple power outages, but we think this year is going to surpass anything you've ever known.

So get ready, because we are going back up to June MTN on January 1-4th. Keep your party hat on and stay up all night and then sleep on the ride up!

The cost looks like it will be $280 (NEW LOWER PRICE) plus an number combinations of lift tickets. If you want to ride one day or two or none - its up to you. If you are between 13-18 then a one day lift ticket will run you $43 and a 2day lift ticket will be $92. Anyone older than that is going to have to ask about the other prices.

We have 26 spots left. So get in your $150 deposit asap. ALL MONEY IS DUE DECEMBER 14TH. If you sign up after Dec. 14th, there will be no price break as we are looking into ways to lower the cost (see below). Deposits are not refundable, depending on circumstances they can be transferable.

One way to lower the cost of the trip is if we find two vans that hold 10-12 people. Right now we have budgeted renting two vans apart from our own church van. Any avoidance of rentals will save us some money. People, put out your van feelers!

THE MOST KICK BUTT FUNDRAISER IS AVAILIBLE! Who knows, maybe you could go for free!!!!!

Profile Pic Night Oct. 16th

2008-10-03T11:13:00.000-07:00

Profile Pic night is where we gather all your friends, six photographers and six photo stations and we rotate through different photo sessions! This is all for you to "take home" with you because your social network deserves your best! No more silly pictures of you holding your camera phone in the mirror taking a shot of yourself that looks like you haven't a friend in the world and you just woke up. This is the real deal, high quality, wardrobe wearing event that people will be talking about for years.

The background/stations will include a western theme, industrial shot, mug shot, photo booth, nature scene and Christmas (for grandma). This will be held at the Hub (7 Whatney, Irvine) on Oct. 16th from 7-9pm. Some kind of snacks will be served. Please bring costumes and props to share! Thanks MTV Costume Shop for your donations!

Ignite Dec. 4th

2008-10-02T13:05:00.000-07:00

Ignite is this Saturday.

Are you coming? We will be meeting at the HUB parking lot at 8am on Saturday. It costs $7 and there is a registration form that you need to download and fill out at www.igniteteam.org and we will be back at the HUB by 4pm. The cost covers everything including lunch.

Here is a little more on what Ignite is:

Its a team-based training... highly interactive...
an opportunity for student leader teams from both church and campus ministries to get great training early in the school year...

Learn by doing... not just by listening
Learn the skills necessary to better function as a ministry team within their church family and on their campus
learn to help one another reach their friends for Jesus

Guy's Group Lineup

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Girl's Group Lineup

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Holy Jim Clean-up Map

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Upcoming Events (Sept - Nov. '08)

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September 20th - Holy Jim Clean Up (see previous post on details)

September 26th - Concert @ Verizon Wireless Amphitheater Featuring Third Day, Switchfoot, Jars of Clay and Robert Randolph and the Family Band. For Tickets go to: www.transparentproductions.com - we can get group tickets for $15 so get your name and money onto our list!!!!

September 28th - Project Hangout Dessert - Where you can bring friends to find out more about Project Hangout. 7:30 -9pm in the Fireside Room of Calvary Church of Santa Ana www.calvarylife.org (This is more for parents, but everyone is welcome)

October 4th - Ignite @ BIOLA - leadership training event for teams of high school students. 8:30-3:30pm $7 www.igniteteam.org All leaders and kids must attend this event!!!! Meet at the HUB at 8am and make sure you have printed off the registration form from their site. This price includes lunch

October 16th - Profile Pic Night @ Hub. Because your Social Network deserves the best of you! 6 photographiers, 6 stations, all your friends with tons of costumes and fun poses. We'll take your picture if you bring your friends. A great night by all! Pictures will then be emailed to you.

October 25th – Paintball @ Camp Pendleton, 9-4pm Approx. $50 to rent. First 15 RSVP get 100 free paintballs. RSVP By OCT. 23nd. Flyers/video will be out shortly.

November 7-9th - Project Mexico, visit www.ourterranova.com for more info. The high school coordinator is Mike Bowe.

November 23rd - Concert for a Cause @ Geneva Pres. to raise awareness for Project Hangout, 6-9pm $10, Featuring the PawnShop kings and some other bands.

November 26th - Game Night @ Howie’s Game Shack 7-11pm. $5 for the night. The first 40 to RSVP get a free Monster drink, pizza and guranteed seat.

January 1-4th - Winter X "Filter" - stay tuned. Talk to Ryan if you want to fundraise. The earlier the better.

Holy Jim Clean-up Sept. 20th

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Hey gang. Invite all friends and family to this one.

At 9am on Saturday the 20th we are going to meet up with some Park Rangers and volunteers at Holy Jim road off of Trabuco Canyon Road. On this day, groups are going to be working in wilderness areas cleaning out riverbeds and storm drain areas, getting the trash out before the 1st rains send it floating down stream to mess up our beaches and ocean. People all over the county are mobilizing to clean up Orange County!!!! This is a great way to represent the heart of our Savior to people along side of us.

So the details:

When: Sept. 20th
Time: 9a-12
Where: The start of Holy Jim road off of Trabuco Canyon.
What to bring: Close toed shoes, possibly gloves and sunscreen and water.
Why: Because we are managers of the earth that God gave us.

Look for a follow up email as we are trying to put together a post serve day BBQ and pool swim!!!! Cost approx. $5

LVL Finalle - (Sept. 1st-6th) - “SURGE/Manage”

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LVL Finalle - (Sept. 1st-6th) - “SURGE/Manage”

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore I do not run like a man running aimlessly; I do not fight like a man beating the air. No, I beat my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize. 1 Cor. 9:24-27

This marks the last challenge for the Summer, so don’t let it just fizzle out, but surge into the new school year with a passion for God and his ways. You have a new schedule, new classes and a new way of life to adjust to but don’t let that get you distracted. This week make sure to get outside and get some exercise. Get up that heart rate! Manage your body and the earth that God has put us in charge of.

Commit: We are told that to stay in shape we are to be active 30 minutes a day. Get outside at least three times this week for an hour to sweat and exercise. Also commit to taking steps to take care of the Earth that God has placed us over. We cannot be ignorant any longer! http://reusablebags.com/

Pray: Pray that you’d feel his presence and blessing in your life as you are running around. Pray that as you train your body you’ll see the work that is necessary to train your spiritual life as well.

Read: Mark 12:29-31, Genesis 1:26-31, Read a book of the Bible of your choice

The Goal: To see how important it is for us to train/fight for what we want. We need to train spiritually like athletes but if we can’t understand physical training how are we going to understand spiritual training. Spend time with God outside to see what he is trying to tell you. Take an interest in the earth and your impact upon it!

Girls Breakfast

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breakfast for the girl's & girl leaders @ Denny's in Foothill Ranch.

Sat. Sept. 6th

at 10:30am

Service Project Day 8/30/08

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This Saturday (8/30/08) meet up with fellow Terranovians at the Hub at 8:30 to do EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER LAWN EDITION. That's right we are going to invade an underprivileged neighborhood and mow lawns, trim shrubs and the like. The fun goes from 8:30 till 12:30

2 bands you have to know about

2008-08-27T19:17:00.000-07:00

There are two albums that I simply have to tell you about - because nobody told me about them and I felt robbed. Its something that I have to do because mom and son alike will be brought together in musical harmony. To good to be true? Well judge for yourself! I offer you:

Page France Hello, Dear Wind

This collaborative seamlessly conjure and resurrect the timeless talent of folkloric storytelling, offering a spirited mix of musical campfire sing-a-longs, lovelock tales, and whimsical pop classics, all with a delicate dash of youthful exuberance. Whether this re-issue serves as an introduction or a re-introduction to the band, Page France's "Hello, Dear Wind" proves to be an appealing, innovative pop music masterwork. - Amazon

Wild Sweet Orange We Have Cause To Be Uneasy

Wild Sweet Orange's Canvasback Music debut, We Have Cause To Be Uneasy, is a work of exquisite power, its songs propelled by edgy emotion and a cathartic yearning for connection. Tracks such as "Ten Dead Dogs" and "Sour Milk" find the Birmingham, Alabama-based rock outfit honing an intimate and individualistic sound that veers unrestrained from aching intimacy to a turbulent, seething intensity. For singer and songwriter Preston Lovinggood, the album's provocative title serves as both an ideal statement of intent as well as a strong assertion of identity. - Amazon

Essentials for a Disaster Preparedness Kit

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• Flashlight
• Extra Batteries
• Light Sticks
• AM/FM Radio
• AAA batteries
• Waterproof Matches
• Solar Blanket
• Emergency Rain Poncho
• Tent
- Extra clothing(warm and cold)
• Food Bars, snacks, non-perishable goods
- MRE’s (Meal ready to eat)
• Water Bottles(Gallon a day for each person)
• Water Purification Tablets
• Multi-tool Knife
• Survival Whistle
• 50 ft Rope
• Work Gloves (pair)
• First Aid Kit
• N95 Mask
- Portable Toilet(w/ Biodegradable toilet paper)
- Personal Hygiene products
- Sanitation products
• Emergency Preparedness Guide

Extra LVL - Aug. 25-30th) A Surplus of Gratitude

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Extra LVL - (Aug. 25-30th) - “A Surplus of Gratitude”

“So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of this world rather than on Christ.
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Col. 2:6-8 and 4:3

In this day and age we are told that its all about stuff. Something new and shiny will make us happy and fill our void. As believers we know that only God can fill our void, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t fall into this deceptive philosophy. This week take inventory of all your stuff. Be thankful for it and check yourself to see if your treasure is really in heaven. Remember that in every situation we are to be thankful.

Commit: Going over the list on the back and taking inventory of your stuff. Be thankful for what you have as you take stock. When you find yourself wanting this week, remember God has provided.

Pray: That you’d be overwhelmed with what God has done for you. Pray that you’d feel his presence and blessing in your life. Pray that you’d have gratitude for everything you have.
Read: Matthew 6:19-17, 7:24-27, Luke 3:10-14, Hebrews 12:28 and Colossians 3:1-17

The Goal: To increase our gratitude and thankfulness. To increase our understanding of God’s love for us and our ability to serve others.

EXTRA: Sleep outside; Figure out how many days of food you have stored up at your house. Prepare a survival kit and construct a plan for the family in case of a disaster. Give away or sell stuff you don’t need as you are taking inventory.

Hey kids, Grid(?) Iron(?)...

2008-08-20T16:37:00.001-07:00

Hey kids, Grid(?) Iron(?) tomorrow at the Hub 9:00 AM till 11:00. We're having raffles and talking about missions. See you there. listen

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Extra LVL postponed

2008-08-17T18:31:00.000-07:00

Extra LVL will be up soon, but in the meantime enjoy some free music. This band is so good and has a great way of making intimate lyrics so enjoyable that you'd think they are your own (only better).

Broom Ball Night Aug. 15th

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Dog LVL (Aug. 11-16th) - "Detox/Mom I'm Going Sugar Free"

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Dog LVL - (Aug. 11-16th) - “Detox/ Mom I’m Going Sugar Free”

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Phil. 4:8-9

Like with food, whatever we put in our body (whether by digestion or sense absorption), affects us. This is a week of living pure from distractions by replacing the distractions with things of Holy intent. This isn’t just about not doing things, but what you do to replace them. Some of you remember why camp was so good - you were in a community of friends talking and thinking of God in a place that was free from distractions. Remember!!! Please read 1 Thessalonians 5:14-24 this week.

Commit: To tossing the routine of checking your phone every 5 minutes and sitting in front of the TV for comfort (etc). Commit to abstaining from the things on the “distraction” list and replace the time you would normally give to those distractions with something that will bring positive results.

Pray: That you’ll see how certain things are affecting you life. Pray that you’ll be released from these “vices” and given over to habits and practices that enlarge your heart and strengthen your mind to do the Lord’s will.

Community: This works best when in community, because we were designed for it. When abstaining from something, do the alternative with friends or family. Its more fun that way.

The Goal: To discover the power of living a life with the soul purpose of putting God first and doing his Will. The goal is to detox from the influences we have given our minds and lives over to.
The LIST:

Davis(?) project today...

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Davis(?) project today 2 till 4:30pm at the Hub. Bring $5.00. See you there. listen

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Hey kids. The dog level...

2008-08-04T17:16:00.001-07:00

Hey kids. The dog level will be revealed this weekend. Come excited. listen

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Broom Ball Night Aug. 15th

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Broom Ball At Aliso Viejo Ice Palace, August 15th, 11:59 pm till 2am for only $10. Teenagers and College ages welcome. Event hosted by Project Hangout (www.projecthangout.blogspot.com) at 9 Journey, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (www.avicepalace.com).

We suggest Helmets. Snacks and beverages included.

Creation Vs. Evolution

2008-07-26T18:04:00.000-07:00

Guest Speaker Bill Morgan will be speaking for the Teens of TerraNova on Aug. 3rd in both the 9:30 and 11am services. He will show us both sides of the argument and let us know why he believes that Creation is better science than Evolution.

This is a great Sunday to bring a friend that has questions in the Science arena.

Here is Bill's story:
On important issues, never believe anything because someone told you to believe it. Only believe something you hear after you test it, and were open-minded enough to hear other ideas.

I was raised going to church, and at the age of 14, my respected Biology teacher taught the class that the Theory of Evolution was true. I believed him without any question. At the age of 26, I got a few facts on Creation, then did further investigation, and now I am convinced Creation is better science than the Theory of Evolution.

What ever you decide to believe on the subject of Creation Vs. Evolution, I hope you base your belief upon facts and observation.

Check out Bill's website www.fishdontwalk.com

Zack, this blog is watching...

2008-07-21T20:08:00.001-07:00

Zack, this blog is watching you. listen

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OC Fair Wednesday (7/23) 3:30 @ Hub

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We are leaving for the fair at 3:30pm from the Hub parking lot this Wednesday. Yes you can bring friends. We will be leaving the fair and will be back at the HUB by 9pm. If you want to arrange pick up to stay later you need a parent note. Bring 5 cans of food to benefit Second Harvest and get in the fair Free!

C LVL - (July 21-26th)

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C LVL - (July 21-26th) - “Take Your Mind For A Swim / Rinse and Repeat”

"Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God - this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will." Romans 12:1-2

The greatest single way to increase your faith is to get to know the Father. What better way to do that then spend time with Him reading his Word. The Bible is an intimate look at the heart of the Father through historical stories and parables. The Bible is not a cave full of gems, but the largest gem ever discovered. Unearth it from your shelf and dig in. Spiritual Living books are also a great way to grow your faith as people have spent countless hours scouring the Bible to get answers about specific topics you may be struggling with or wanting to grow in. Discover more about God and his ways - and you will only become more clear about this crazy thing we call LIFE!

Commit: To dedicating at least an hour a day. You have two options - Read 3 books of the Bible this week or read a chapter a day and pick up a Christian Book.

Pray: That you’ll put aside any distractions and stay to your commitment. Pray that your mind will be open and you will understand what God has put before you. Pray that you’ll enjoy this challenge and that it will change your life by becoming a daily occurrence.

Read: For at least an hour a day. See the list of suggestions below. READ: Psalm 119, Col. 3:16, John 1:1-18

The Goal: To discover the power of reading the Word of God. It is powerful (Heb. 4:12-13) and needed in your everyday life. As leaders we want to see you actively pursuing and hungry for God’s word.

Suggestions: Velvet Elvis - Repainting the Christian Faith, by Rob Bell Battlefield of the Mind, by Joyce Meyers How People Grow, by Henry Cloud The Shack, by William Young The Way of the Wild Heart, by John Eldredge (for men) Captivating, by John Eldredge (for women) Case for Christ, by Lee Strobel Seeing and Savoring Jesus Christ, by John Piper
Books of the Bible: Jonah, John, Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Philippians, James
*look up these books on Amazon to see what most interests you.

Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.' Matthew 4:4 Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. James 1:22

Questions: Unwed pregnacies and the Will of God

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We asked the students to write down any questions they had in their heads about God and faith. One student wrote:
“IF A BABY IS MADE THROUGH AN UNMARRIED COUPLE, IS IT STILL IN GOD’S PLAN BECAUSE GOD’S PLAN WASN’T TO HAVE PREMARITAL SEX, BUT THE BIBLE SAYS HE KNOWS ALL OF US BEFORE WE ARE BORN…SO WAS THE PREMARITAL SEX PLANNED BY GOD?”

I might be missing the point of the question, but what I'm hearing is "Is this child important in the eyes of God or is this child an embarrassment to God." I like stories and I think they are powerful, the Bible is a collection of such powerful stories. To answer this question I would like all to watch the movie BELLA. I think you'll find the answer there. If not, leave a comment and I'll explain further. If you still want a straight forward answer to the student's questions, then highlight the text below:
God foreknew how this child was going to be born. God has two wills - his perfect will of design and the will that he allows and works within a broken world (while still maintaining his goodness and holiness). God is faithful and good and all life is valuable and precious to God. Know that God's will is always that we be married before we have sex.

Beach Day /Wall-E

2008-07-06T11:56:00.000-07:00

See you at Strands this Thursday (7/10) Here are the directions to Annie's (11am-3pm)

1.0 Take 5 Fwy South and take Camino Capistrano Exit (1st exit after Ortega Hwy.-74)
2.0 Make left and pass car dealerships
3.0 Take a right on Stonehill (past Hummer dealership)
4.0 Continue several miles until you come to Niguel Road (make Left)
5.0 Take first left into Niguel Shores at Mariners (across from Dana Point Library)
6.0 Guard Gate will give you a pass and directions to bluff (strands beach)
O Golly, come see Wall-E. We are going to be watching the 8:15 showing of Wall-E at the Spectrum on Thursday the 10th.

Blue LVL

2008-07-05T20:55:00.000-07:00

Blue LVL - (July 7-12h) - “A refreshing look at the Second Greatest Commandment”

36"Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" 37Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' 38This is the first and greatest commandment. 39And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' 40All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." Matthew 22:36-40

This week is all about your neighbors - your literal neighbors. We all have them whether we live in an apartment complex or in the hills of Montana. How do you love them? That’s the challenge; plan and execute it. Figure out a way to love them and serve them this week. Do it anonymously or ask them how you can help them. It's up to you and you can be original or follow the example given.

Commit: Know that this challenge is going to take time and maybe even some money. Commit to spending time in prayer to figure out how you could love your neighbors this week and the weeks to come. What are their needs, are all the same, what can you offer?

Pray: That you have a heart for your neighbors. Ask God to give you insight into how to love those God has placed to live next to you. What an amazing bond that is - being neighbors! Once you have their names, pray for them by name for the rest of the week.

Read: Romans 13: 8-14, Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 5:1-16, John 5:19, John 4:1-42

The Goal: Is to live out the call God has given us. As followers of Christ we desire to become more like him and love others. Loving our neighbor (not just literal) is the second greatest commandment. Most of us don’t even know all of our literal neighbor’s names. How is that love? Our goal this week is to love through action and heart.

Example: Everyone knows what their own favorite drink is, but do you know your neighbors? Could that be part of loving them?
Go house to house one evening knocking on everyone’s door. When they answer the door, introduce yourself, get their name and tell them that you are doing a survey of the neighbor hood. Find out what their favorite beverage is and then thank them for their time. On another day get everyone their favorite drink and attach a note to it saying “thanks for participating.” You can either drop it off on their door step or hand it to them in person. Imagine their surprise!

Last Blast Senior Trip

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LVL 1 Challenge (June 2-7th)

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LVL 1 CHALLENGE (June 2nd-7th) - "Bounty Hunter" Sphere of Influence
This week find someone that has moved out of your sphere of influence and reconnect with them. Get together face to face and show them the love of God by being interested in them and what is going on in their life. Seek to understand where they are coming from and ask questions that show genuine interest about how they are doing.

Commit: Commit to following through with this challenge, knowing that effort will be involved. Do it unto the Lord.
Pray: Pray that God would fill you up with the Holy Spirit - that is his love. We cannot fake God’s love and compassion for his people. We can only tap into it. Doing this will make us more like him.
Read: John 21 and Acts 1:1-11

The Goal: Reconnect a relationship with a Godly mindset, expand you sphere of influence. You have been called to show the love of God.

NXT LVL Summer Calendar

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click on it to enlarge and then right click to save to your computer. If you have a mac, just drag it to your desktop. Thanks to DesignBum for the sweet vectors

Welcome to the NXT LVL

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Below is our summer promo video. Enjoy. Get ready to sweat. Turn up the volume!

What Are You At?

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The best way to grow is to recognize where you are at. Check out these categories form REVEAL, a book put out by Willow Creek:

Find where you are at and with a sincere heart pursue the Lord. If you are not moving forward don't assume its him that is holding you back. Seek Truth and take an honest look at yourself and your decisions and/or heart. Align yourself with his Will - the way he is calling you to live.

Initial Summer Calendar '08

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We got this up as soon as possible so people can make plans. Nothing is forseably going to change, but more information will come later...
JUNE
1st - Sneak Peak - NXTLVL
LVL 1 (2nd-7th)

8th - Promo Sunday - Welcome 8th graders. 7pm Freshman Dessert @
Mottram’s House: 24681 Eloisa Dr
Mission Viejo CA 92691

22-28th - Summer Camp: Hume Lake, $499 www.humelake.org

29th - Church Beach Day @ Doheny - (baptisms)

JULY
3rd - Gridiron, Waffles and devotions @ HUB 9am-11am
Blue LVL (7th-12th)

10th - Beach Day at Annie Cardenas’ House. 11-3pm - Games and Grub
8:10ish showing of Wall-E at the Spectrum

16-18th - Graduating Seniors Last Blast! $125 @ Lake Buena Vista
C LVL (21st-26th)

23rd - OC Fair. Benefit Second Harvest by bringing 5 cans of food and get in the fair free. Meet at the HUB @ 3:30pm- 9pm

27th - Special Worship Sunday

AUGUST
1-10th - Ecuador Mission’s trip
Dog LVL (4-9th)

7th Service Project @ HUB, 2pm $5

15th Project Hangout Presents: Broom Ball @ Ice Palace. Time TBA, $10 (all ages)
Extra LVL (18th-23rd)

21st - Gridiron, Waffles and devotions @ HUB 9am-11am

30th - Project Hangout Presents: Paint Ball at SC Village Time and cost TBA (all ages)
LVL Finalle (1st-6th)

Ten Quick Reasons Creation Is A Better Explanation Than Evolution

2008-05-17T14:22:00.000-07:00

Ten Quick Reasons Creation Is A Better Explanation Than Evolution
Saturday, July 28, 2007 from the site www.fishdontwalk.com

The Top Ten Reasons Creation Is A Better Explanation Than Evolution

1) The Universe...How did it originate?

The First and Second Law of Thermodynamics are great evidence for a supernatural entity. The Universe is composed of matter and energy. Is the Universe eternal? No. The Second Law of Thermodynamics teaches that matter and energy are functions of time and that over time they decay. Since matter and energy are functions of time, they can not be independent of time (eternal).

The overwhelming majority of scientists believe the Universe is not eternal. If it is not eternal, it had a beginning.

Was this beginning natural? the First Law of Thermodynamics says it was not. Matter and energy is neither created nor destroyed according to the First law of Thermodynamics. Thus, an atheistic belief that the Universe "poofed" from nothing by natural means is anti-science. It is blind faith. Laws of Science show that belief in a supernatural entity is the best explanation of how the universe began, since these Laws of Thermodynamics falsify atheistic belief.

2) Life...How Did It Originate?

Atheists think life originated by a natural process of chemicals mixing with energy. They can believe this, but it is anti-science and a blind faith belief. The Law of Biogenesis states life only comes from life. This law is the foundation of Biology. Since life did not originate from non-life by natural means, the best explanation is that it had a supernatural origin.

3) Design. A simple definition of design is something that was planned for.

The human body has 60,000 miles of blood vessels in it. The smallest blood vessels are so small, that only one red blood cell at a time can pass through it - after its nucleus has fallen off! Red blood cells lose their nuclei so that they can be small enough to pass through your tiniest capillaries. Piping systems do not happen by chance. Especially ones that are this complex.

4) Information.

You started out as one tiny fertilized egg. Just one cell. Today you are 75 trillion cells. But you are not the same cell over and over and over again. You started as one cell, but now you have skin cells, hair cells, muscle cells, bone cells, nerve cells, blood cells etc! You have over 200 different cells in your body! One cell in your body is in your digestive tract and all it appears to do is to make mucus! Isn't that cool?

And not only do you have all of these cells.....they are in the right place. You don't have bones cells on your eye ball, you don't hair cells in your spine. You are a 75 trillion piece jig saw puzzle with all the pieces in the right place. Jig saw puzzles don't get put together by chance. Do you think you did?

Think. You started out as one cell, but in that cell you contained all the information required to make more cells and produce a living organism with 75 trillion cells, over 200 different types of cells and 60,000 miles of blood vessels.

Information comes from an information giver. Not from nothing, nor by chance.

5) Systems.

Suppose you evolved 60,000 miles of blood vessels by chance. Will it do you any good? No. You need blood, and a heart.

Suppose you evolved blood and a heart and 60,000 miles of blood vessels by chance. Will it do you any good? No. You need a nervous system, a skeletal system, a digestive system, a respiratory system etc. But all of those systems are useless without the circulatory system!

Creation believes in instant people. You can't wait around for a liver to evolve. Creation believes a supernatural entity instantly made humans with functioning hearts, livers, lungs, brains, kidneys, spleens, intestines etc. This makes sense because they all need each other to function and to keep the organism alive.

6) Sex.

Which came first the chicken or the egg? Two chickens, a functional male and functional female (please see chicken and egg article on this web site). For the many animals that reproduce by sexual reproduction, they need male equipment in part of the population and female equipment in the other part of the population. Both systems are very complex and very unique. Once again, creationists believe in "instant people." And that includes instant males and instant females.

My dad is my favorite philosopher. He once said, "You know why Adam and Eve had to be adults? Because human babies are so helpless!" great point dad!

7) Living Evidence.

If the theory of evolution occurred, there had to be transitional forms. These transitional forms were the animals that were the "links" between reptiles and birds, ape-men and humans etc. There would have had to be millions of these transitional forms! But not one is alive today. Why not? Either they never existed or they did exist and all vanished. If they do exist today where are they? If they don't exist today, that is powerful evidence for Creation.

If the theory of evolution is true, this should be true. You have an ape in a cage at a zoo. You pay 50 bucks to look at the ape. If the theory of evolution is true, there should be living organisms that get a 25 dollar discount because the ape in the cage is a close relative.

8) Fossil Evidence.

There are trillions of fossils. yet, in my opinion (trying to be fair here) no transitional forms. evolutionists will claim there are many, but upon close scrutiny, each one can easily be classified as belonging to animals alive today, or an organism that is not transitional, but simply extinct (i.e. trilobites or dinosaurs).

If the theory of evolution is true, there should be millions of transitional forms. Lets suppose the theory of evolution is true. Evolutionists believe reptiles are ancestral to birds. The fossil record should have thousands of fossils of half legs/half wings; half scales half feathers; half reptile feet/half bird feet etc. Yet none of these clear transitional fossils exist. many quotes by Evolutionists support this claim.

9) Genetics and Biochemistry.

To quote my daughter when she was three and talking to a high school girl: "Don't forget, crows make crows."

She is right, and genetics supports her contention. Crow DNA can only make a crow. If you mutate it, you might get a goofy crow, or a dead crow, or an unchanged crow, but you won't get a different animal. Mutations make lung cancer, they don't make lungs.

10) The Anthropic Principle.

The earth has the proper temperature, the proper gravity, the proper amount of oxygen, the proper mass ratio of the electron and proton, the proper charge between electrons and protons etc. etc. etc.

The odds of an average protein getting the proper sequence by chance is enormous. Let's look at the odds.

Imagine an alphabet with 20 letters. Suppose I made a word from this alphabet that was 400 letters long, and asked you to guess the sequence of letters that make up the word. What would be the odds that you would guess it by chance? The odds would be one to 20 times 20 times 20 times 20......400 times! It would be 1 to 20 to the 400th power. This is the same as one to ten to the 520th power. That is a 1 followed by 520 zeros. The odds are greater that you would win California super lotto 500 times in a row than one protein sequence occurring by chance. We are not even talking about a cell, much less an organ, much less a human body.

In statistics, something that is 10 to the 50th is considered impossible. Thus one protein by chance is highly impossible.

Think of this for a second. If the odds against a protein sequence happening by chance is 10 to the 520th power, the odds that it happened by design is the inverse, 10 to the 520th power in favor of it. Those odds make design infinitely more logical statistically than chance.

E Mail me at WeirdTour@aol.com with your comments.

Bill Morgan

Hume Lake: Summer Camp '08

2008-04-12T14:34:00.000-07:00

We are going to Hume (the real Hume, not Hume SD) and its going to be the best thing ever. We are going June 22-28th. Everything (most food, lodging, transportation, fun, speaker and friends) for a week for only $475. This is a spiritual and relational investment. As of this post - start saving and that money will be no problem.

This is always the highlight of the year. We'll take your $100 to reserve your spot (non-refundable) becuase there are only 23 spots left.

Man Movie Night

2008-04-10T10:59:00.000-07:00

April 19th 7-10pm @ The HUB
FATHER/SON Movie Night. (or come by yourself)
Discussion to follow
*Because this movie is rated "R" for violence (the good ninja kind) we need parental consent in the form of a note and signature

*Girls have an event this same night at Helena Halter's House - its an overnighter!!!

HUNNI DARTS 4/10/08

2008-04-02T13:29:00.001-07:00

Come one come all!
Project Hangout Presents: Hunni Darts

April 10th

6-7pm bring some food, eat and make darts
7-9pm Hunni Darts (imagine airsoft guns meet blow guns)

Held at The HUB

7 Whatney Suite A
Irvine, CA 92618

BRING PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR!!!

"Who Am I" - Strengths Test

2008-03-30T13:40:00.000-07:00

As discussed this Sunday:

A sep into figuring out "Who am I." Remember a Strength is something that makes you feel strong.

Answer these questions:

1. What is it I look forward to?

2. What is it that I'm naturally inquisitive about and stay focused on (or while doing)

3. What is restorative to me. It uplifts and not drains me.

Broom Ball a Huge Success!

2008-03-20T16:49:00.001-07:00

The overall feeling is: We have to do this again!!!!

Broom Ball Night

2008-03-08T12:55:00.001-08:00

Friday the 14th! Meet at Edwards Aliso Viejo 20 at 9:15 - and we aren't seeing BKR anymore (but the artwork is still cool) Its gone from the theatres on Thursday so we are seeing the new Jim Carrey and Steve Carell - Horton Hears a Who! at 9:20, Broom Ball is still at the Ice Palace in Aliso Viejo and we'll be done at 1:30am. The cost is around $25

PS - Trent says "bring a helmet, cause I'm going to step all over your head." - I'm personally astonished that a worship leader would speak like that. - Ryan

MARCH/ APRIL MADNESS

2008-03-08T12:46:00.000-08:00

March
14TH MOVIE - BE KIND REWIND AND BROOM BALL @ EDWARDS ALISO VIEJO 20 TO ICE PALACE. Show up at 9:15 to the movies, we have broom ball from 12:30 till 1:30. Its Friday Night Done Right! $20 if you get your money in ahead of time.

15 - SML, 7:30pm at the HUB

27th - The Movement - 10am at the HUB, Help us change and shape our community. This is a way to be incarnational. Bring grubby clothes.

29th - SML, same time same place

April
1st - TNT Begins - a girls group that comes together and explodes relationally. 7-9 (or 10 if you want to watch one tree hill).

4th - Canceled: Man on the Street, 3 cameras, three locations, lots of questions. 6pm-9pm. Bring $$ for dinner. We'll reschedule it for later.

10th - Hunni Darts. 7-9 at the HUB

19th - Girls overnighter. Guys bring your dads and let's watch Equalibrium. An intense guy movie on the role of emotions in relationships - and cool futuristic ninja stunts.

(May 2-4 is Project Mexico)

Spectrum Scavenger Hunt Video

2008-02-29T17:12:00.001-08:00

Wish you were there and if you were, wish we could do it again!

Spiritual Gifts

2008-02-23T11:34:00.000-08:00

Copy and paste link below into your web browser to go to your spiritual gifts test.

http://www.spiritualgiftstest.com

February Low down

2008-02-13T12:24:00.000-08:00

Feb.
14th - Valentines Party 7pm at the HUB - like you were back in 4th grade
15th - Impact Day 10-2:30pm at the HUB ($5)
16th - SML 7:30pm at the HUB
21st - Freeto Boat and Buildout. Join us for some food and wear closed toed shoes as we help finish off the HUB with our bare hands and tools of course
28th - The Truth Project Starts at Mike Bowes House - Sign up or you'll be home sad! Its free!

March
1st - SML 7:30 at the HUB

The Truth Project

2008-02-13T11:37:00.000-08:00

Thursday Nights as you have known them are changing. I introduce to you:

The Thursday Night Small Group Truth Project Experiment

We have heard the voice of the people as they have been chanting for a deeper small group format based on discussions about following God and growing in relationships. Coming up is a 12 week study as we are closing down the “typical” Thursday night programing. This experiment will be limited to 20 people and will be hosted at Mike Bowe’s house. It will run from 7-9p and will be a closed group (please bring friends Sundays and to other activities we have outside of this time). The students must sign up and commit themselves to all 12 weeks - to coming, participating and showing up on time. This time will be about developing relationships and growing deeper in our faith. This will not be a time of entertainment but we do promise it will be fun and challenging. We, as leaders, are also promising to pray for each teenager everyday for the duration of the small group. The Truth Project begins February 28th so please turn in the application as soon as possible to guarantee your spot in the Truth Project.

The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group study designed to equip believers with a comprehensive biblical worldview. Practically and personally, participants will be reintroduced to the truth claims of God. Twelve one-hour lessons discuss in detail God’s design for living out the Christian worldview in daily life. Most importantly, it addresses the need to marry our actions to our core beliefs. What this curriculum does is nothing short of transformational.

“I wholeheartedly recommend The Truth Project. It is worthy of its name and its intent. I hope and pray that many will get behind it and take advantage of it. The content of a project like this is the best gift you can give your children and yourself.”
-Ravi Zacharias, president of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries

Truth Project INFO:

Truth Project Begins Feb. 28th and meets every Thursday until May 29th. We will not be meeting March 27th and April 10th because of Easter Vacations.

All twelve weeks will be hosted at Mike Bowe’s House is 27932 Catalonia Court, Mission Viejo CA 92692. His home phone is 949-348-0566

The small group starts at 7pm sharp and will end right at 9pm. Do not be late!

Bring Bible, notebook, pen every week.

Limited to 20 spots, you are committing to all 12 weeks. Make-ups are possible.

This is a coed group

REMEMBER TO GET A SIGN-UP SHEET!

No Bowling! Winter X leaving time changed!

2007-12-31T17:04:00.000-08:00

Hey guys, no bowling on New Year's Eve. Sorry.

For everyone going on Winter X, be at the HUB parking lot before 9am on Thursday the 3rd. Parents - be ready to fill out permission slips and pay last minute checks.

Feeling Down? Read this:

2007-12-06T14:05:00.001-08:00

If at any moment life seems to big or hard and you are feeling down, read this blog:

http://teampyro.blogspot.com/2006/12/four-faces-gaining-perspective-for-new.html

I mean how could you not love a blog by the name of team pyro?

Emery: Teenage Prophets

2007-11-24T21:08:00.001-08:00

An amazing understanding of where teenagers are at.

Normally I'm into music. However I just go the new Emery and it is exactly where the kids in our High school group are at. They are a bunch of prophets - people who tell the truth. The lyrics cut to the heart of some many issues that our kids are facing. Every teenager needs this cd and some time to contemplate what Emery is getting at. Every parent needs to read the lyrics in order to get in touch with all of the misguided thoughts and hurt their son or daughter is dealing with. Parents can graze over so many bumps that totally uproot their kin.

Currently listening :
I’m Only a Man
By Emery
Release date: 02 October, 2007

December 2007

2007-11-24T20:56:00.000-08:00

Sun. 2nd - Vision Casting at 11am / Advent Nite (potluck) @ Los Alisos - must sign up to make cool ginger bread houses

Tues. 4th - Fresh/Soph Girl Xmas Party. More info TBA

Sat. 8th - SML 7:30pm @ the HUB

Sun 9th - Start DIY project that goes through the 30th. High school group now meets at 9:30am

Thurs. 20th - 80's chocolate elephant party. 7pm @ the HUb. Dress 80's. eat everything chocolate and bring an elephant gift. The fun is guranteed. Please help by bringing chocolate something.

Sat. 22nd - SML

Thur. 27th - No traditional Hub, but PB&J Ultimate Frisbee Day 11a-1:30p at the fields on the corner of Jeronimo and Los Alisos

January 2008 Schedule

2007-11-24T20:53:00.000-08:00

Get Ready!

3-6th Winter X $250 for a great time at June MTN. (lift tickets extra)

Fri. 12th - SML 7:30pm

Thurs. 17th - Small groups

Thurs. 24 - NO HUB

Fri. 25th - Video Game Nite

Sat. 26th - SML

*Please note - Thursdays at the HUB will be on unless noted that they are NOT. Only special events are noted on the Blog.

February 2008

2007-11-24T20:49:00.000-08:00

Sat. 9th - SML 7:30pm

Sun. 10th - Impact Planning Day

Thurs. 14th - Elementary Valentines Party

Fri. 15th - Impact Day 10am - 2:30pm

Sat. 23 - SML

Thurs. - Freeto Boat Night

*Please note - Thursdays at the HUB will be on unless noted that they are NOT. Only special events are noted on the Blog.

Four A’s of Quiet Times

2007-11-14T13:07:00.000-08:00

Want to go deeper and stretch your faith, rely more on God and have a better life. You can make that happen. Its up to you. Read below for a little help on how to have a great quiet time.

Four A's of a Dynamic Quiet Time
by Jessica Redding

Does the following scenario sound familiar? You get comfy, grab your Bible and intend to dive into an exciting quiet time with God, but after a couple of minutes, you find yourself carried away into a world of e-mail, homework and heavy eyelids. It's easy to be distracted. Interested in breaking the cycle?

Try implementing these four A's into your quiet time routine:

• Awake. Spending quality time with your Savior requires you to be alert. Pick a consistent time and location to help you stay awake. Your bed at 1 a.m. isn't the best choice if you plan on remembering anything the next morning.

• Ambitious. Try something new to keep things interesting. Pick a devotional guide that's right for you. Consider using a journal to keep track of your prayer requests or thoughts about what God is teaching you. Try reading through the Bible in a year or memorize a few verses each day.

• Active. Reading God's Word is more than just glancing at a few verses every day. If you neglect to reflect on what you've read, you're missing something big. Take a few minutes to figure out what God is trying to teach you through His Word. But don't stop there; write it down. Keep track of what God is showing you. Why? Because it'll be easier to recall what you've learned.

• Accountable. It's hard to let someone else in on the secrets of your spiritual life, especially if it's non-existent. Yet this may be the step that helps you turn a once-a-month devotion into an everyday adventure. Think of someone you trust who's both dependable and straightforward — the type of person who's not afraid to ask you the tough questions. Tell your friend how you're struggling and share your goals so she'll understand where you're headed. Ask her to keep you on the right track to meet those goals. It'll be easier to spend time in the Word if you know someone will be asking you what you learned that day.

Currently listening :
Blackest Hair, Bluest Eyes
By Chris Staples
Release date: 21 June, 2005

RAK Nov. 15th

2007-11-08T23:37:00.000-08:00

What would it look like for groups of teenagers to go all over town committing RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS. We'll find out on Thursday the 15th from 7-9 as our students and any who want to join will be sent out in groups to inflict as much love on people as possible. It'll be grand. The cost is $2.

Girls Overnighter

2007-11-08T16:44:00.000-08:00

In order to connect all of our girls - young and old we are having a HS girl overnighter. It will be held Nov. 10th at Helena Halter's house. The time is 6pm till 8:30 the next day. The girls will have so much fun - thanks to Monica and Aimie who are leading this charge.

New Land. New Church. New Vision

2007-11-08T16:40:00.000-08:00

The high school ministry is undergoing some changes of vision and structure. Please attend the parent meeting and get on our parent email list for more information.
The Meetings will be held
Nov. 17th after the service
Nov. 18th after second service @ Los Alisos, room B-3

to get on the email list please email Ryan at ryan.zeulner@canyonhillschurch.org

Winter X ((((CRASH))))

2007-10-10T10:15:00.000-07:00

Winter X will be Jan 3-6 and will be up at June MTN. We will be back at Boulder Lodge so bring your swimsuite. The cost for the good times will be $250* - we'll need a non-refundable deposit of $100 asap to reserve your spot. We will be riding up in a huge bus and will be joining Searidge Community Church from Irvine for some more fun!

*this price does not include lift tickets. If you want lift tickets let us know.

HUB UPDATES

2007-10-10T09:56:00.000-07:00

We are in crazy times with the HUB being built out. But we have found a way to make it all happen at the HUB!!!!

Thursday 10/11 - "When Life Goes to Pot" w/ Eric M and small groups At the HUB

Thursday 10/18 - "Civility" w/ Trent Covey - At The HUB (outside) Bring a sweatshirt!!!!!

Thursday 10/24 - INVASION - special night - dress as aliens and bring your alien friends - AT The HUB!!!!

Thursday 11/1 - "Dating Game" w/ Ryan - HUB