February 2008

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

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

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

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

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))))

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

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