Vitals - December 20th

The Spark (Jr. High) - December 20th
Message - "When Love Comes To Town - All About the Gifts" by Katie
Big Idea: "God's presence is the most important gift we will ever get."
Key Verses: Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11
Worship led by The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 123
1st Service: 55 (43 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 68 (54 students, 14 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - December 20th
Message - "When Love Comes To Town - All About the Gifts" by Katie
Big Idea: "God's presence is the most important gift we will ever get."
Key Verses: Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11
Worship led by The 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 73 (58 students, 15 leaders)

Vitals - December 13th

The Spark (Jr. High) - December 13th
Message - "When Love Comes To Town - A Baby Changes Everything" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"Being used by God isn't always comfortable or convenient, but it is always because of His love."
Key Verses: Luke 1:1-8
Worship led by: Elizabeth Hendricks and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 119
1st Service: 56 (46 students, 10 leaders)
2nd Service: 63 (51 students, 12 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - December 13th
Message - "When Love Comes To Town - A Baby Changes Everything" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"Being used by God isn't always comfortable or convenient, but it is always because of His love."
Key Verses: Luke 1:1-8
Worship led by: Elizabeth Hendricks and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 66 (52 students, 14 leaders)

Vitals - December 6th

The Spark (Jr. High) - December 6th
Message - "When Love Comes To Town - Guest List" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"God used those people least expected to provide what people needed the most."
Key Verses: Matthew 1:1-7, 16
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 117
1st Service: 50 (40 students, 10 leaders)
2nd Service: 67 (54 students, 13 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - December 6th
Message - "When Love Comes To Town - Guest List" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"God used those people least expected to provide what people needed the most."
Key Verses: Matthew 1:1-7, 16
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 72 (58 students, 14 leaders)

Student Ministry Baptism Service!

We are having a Student Ministry Baptism service on Wednesday, December 16th, from 7:00-8:30p in the Student Zone. This is an occasion for the entire family to celebrate the life change that Jesus has done in the lives of our students! It will be a great night of celebration with worship, testimonies and baptisms. If your student would like to be baptized, please email us at students@pointofgrace.com, and we hope to see you all there to celebrate what God has done in our ministry! Hope to see you next Wednesday night, December 16th!

Parents...

Hey Parents...
If you or your students have any questions regarding the announcement made this weekend at The Spark or 4ORTY 2WO, please feel free to contact us and we will do our best to answer any and all questions that you have and listen to your thoughts. Feel free to call us at 515.987.9595 or email us at students@pointofgrace.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Thanks for your support and involvement in the Student Ministry of Point of Grace Church.

We appreciate your thoughts!

Much Love,
Kurt and Katie

NEW SERIES!

Our new Christmas Series, called "When Love Comes To Town" begins on Sunday, December, 6th and we will be talking about the Christmas story for three weeks!  We are excited to tell the story of Jesus' birth and focus the student's attention on the real meaning of Christmas!  We hope they will join us!

Vitals - November 29th

The Spark (Jr. High) - November 29th
Message - "How Great Is Our God" by Loiue Giglio (via video)
Attendance:
Total: 111
1st Service: 46 (40 students, 6 leaders)
2nd Service: 65 (57 students, 8 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) -November 29th
Message - "How Great Is Our God" by Loiue Giglio (via video)
Attendance: 66 (59 students, 7 leaders)

Vitals - November 22nd

The Spark (Jr. High) - November 22nd
Message - "Listen and Learn - part.2" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"We only discover the wise choice only when we pursue wise council."
Key Verses: Proverbs 12:15, Proverbs 15:31-33, James 1:19
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 134
1st Service: 53 (41 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 74 (59 students, 15 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - November 22nd
Message - "Listen and Learn - part.2" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"We only discover the wise choice only when we pursue wise council."
Key Verses: Proverbs 12:15, Proverbs 15:31-33, James 1:19
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 62 (48 students, 14 leaders)

Vitals - November 15th

The Spark (Jr. High) - November 15th
Message - "Listen and Learn - part.1" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"Who and what you listen to will determine what you do."
Key Verses: Matthew Jeremiah 17:9-10, Proverbs 12:15
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 134
1st Service: 62 (48 students, 14 leaders)
2nd Service: 72 (58 students, 14 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - November 15th
Message - "Listen and Learn - part.1" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"Who and what you listen to will determine what you do."
Key Verses: Matthew Jeremiah 17:9-10, Proverbs 12:15
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 68 (58 students, 10 leaders)

Vitals - November 1st

The Spark (Jr. High) - November 1st
Message - "EVERYONE - Everyone Is Included" by Katie
Big Idea:
"Jesus includes everyone in His mission, to reach everyone."
Key Verses: Matthew 28:16-20
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 126
1st Service: 58 (44 students, 14 leaders)
2nd Service: 68 (53 students, 15 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - November 1st
Message - "EVERYONE - Everyone Is Included" by Katie
Big Idea:
"Jesus includes everyone in His mission, to reach everyone."
Key Verses: Matthew 28:16-20
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 75 (61 students, 14 leaders)

Vitals - October 25th

The Spark (Jr. High) - October 25th
Message - "EVERYONE - Everyone Is Important" by Brandon Pruitt
Big Idea:
"Jesus sees everyone as important, even those who others reject."
Key Verses: Matthew 19:13-15
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 108
1st Service: 46 (34 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 62 (49 students, 13 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - October 25th
Message - "EVERYONE - Everyone Is Important" by Dawn Frederiksen
Big Idea:
"Jesus sees everyone as important, even those who others reject."
Key Verses: Matthew 19:13-15
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 77 (65 students, 12 leaders)

Only 2 Weeks Until Captivate!

CAPTIVATE.
The theme for this year's Student Fall Retreat is "Captivate." During this incredible weekend, students will be drawn into the greatest story ever told: The epic story of God's relentless love for His people. This story has the power to capture our hearts and transform our lives forever, sending us on an adventure to change the world as God changes our hearts and lives.

Sunday, November 1st, is the last weekend to sign up for CAPTIVATE - our Fall Getaway. This is going to be one of the greatest weekends of the year and your student(s) will not want to miss out on this!! If you have any questions, please feel free to talk to any of the Student Ministry Staff during a weekend service or you can call us at the church office at 515.987.9595.

The price for CAPTIVATE is: 6th Graders = $119, 7th – 12th Graders = $139

Your money is due in full when you sign up for CAPTIVATE and unfortunately, because we have to reserve space and rent equipment, there can be NO refunds of any kind after you sign up for CAPTIVATE. Thank you for understanding…

Vitals - October 18th

The Spark (Jr. High) - October 18th
Message - "EVERYONE - Everyone Is Invited" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"Jesus invites everyone to experience His forgiveness."
Key Verses: Matthew 9:9-13
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 118
1st Service: 50 (38 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 68 (53 students, 15 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - October 18th
Message - "EVERYONE - Everyone Is Invited" by Kurt
Big Idea:
"Jesus invites everyone to experience His forgiveness."
Key Verses: Matthew 9:9-13
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 75 (61 students, 14 leaders)

Vitals - October 11th

The Spark (Jr. High) - October 11th
Message - "Go Green - Marked By A Changed Life" by Katie
Big Idea:
"Baptism is an outward action taken to show that your life has been changed by God."
Key Verses: Romans 6:1-5
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 135
1st Service: 54 (42 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 81 (67 students, 14 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - October 11th
Message - "Go Green - Marked By A Changed Life" by Katie
Big Idea:
"Baptism is an outward action taken to show that your life has been changed by God."
Key Verses: Romans 6:1-5
Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 68 (55 students, 13 leaders)

Vitals - October 4th

The Spark (Jr. High) - October 4th
Message - "Go Green - Serving Others" by Kurt
Big Idea:
If we do not give away what we have, it spoils.

Key Verses: James 1:27-2:2-6, 8
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 135
1st Service: 62 (41 students, 11 leaders)
2nd Service: 73 (57 students, 16 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - October 4th
Message - "Go Green - Serving Others" by Kurt
Big Idea:
If we do not give away what we have, it spoils.

Key Verses: James 1:27-2:2-6, 8

Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 75 (62 students, 13 leaders)

Vitals - September 27th

The Spark (Jr. High) - September 27th
Message - "Go Green - Engage with God" by Katie
Big Idea:
An intimate relationship with God only happens when we engage with His word.

Key Verses: John 1:1-3, 15:5-10
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 163
1st Service: 61 (49 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 89 (62 students, 17 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - September 27th
Message - "Go Green - Engage with God" by Katie
Big Idea:
An intimate relationship with God only happens when we engage with His word.

Key Verses: John 1:1-3, 15:5-10

Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 86 (68 students, 15 leaders)

Last Weekend Before Discount Deadline for Captivate...

CAPTIVATE.
The theme for this year's Student Fall Retreat is "Captivate." During this incredible weekend, students will be drawn into the greatest story ever told: The epic story of God's relentless love for His people. This story has the power to capture our hearts and transform our lives forever, sending us on an adventure to change the world as God changes our hearts and lives.

This Weekend (Sept. 27th) is the last weekend to sign up for CAPTIVATE - our Fall Getaway, and still receive the discount. This is going to be one of the greatest weekends of the year and your student(s) will not want to miss out on this (and you'd probably like to save some money)!! To receive the discount, the permission slip must be filled out and signed, and the check must be received BEFORE October 1st. Registrations can also be mailed in, and all registrations postmarked by September 30th will be given the discount. Those received or postmarked October 1st or after, will be charged the increased price. If you have any questions, please feel free to talk to any of the Student Ministry Staff during a weekend service or you can call us at the church office at 515.987.9595. Thanks for understanding.

Paid before October 1st, 6th Graders = $99 7th – 12th Graders = $119
Paid on or before November 1st, 6th Graders = $119
7th – 12th Graders = $139

Your money is due in full when you sign up for CAPTIVATE and unfortunately, because we have to reserve space and rent equipment, there can be NO refunds of any kind after you sign up for CAPTIVATE. Thank you for understanding…

Vitals - Sept. 20th

The Spark (Jr. High) - September 20th
Message - "Go Green - Who Are You Running With?" by Kurt
Big Idea:
Your friends determine the direction and quality of your life.

Key Verses: Proverbs 12:2-3
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 163
1st Service: 67 (56 students, 12 leaders)
2nd Service: 96 (81 students, 15 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - September 20th
Message - "Go Green - Who Are You Running With?" by Kurt
Big Idea:
Your friends determine the direction and quality of your life.

Key Verses: Proverbs 12:2-3

Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 86 (74 students, 12 leaders)

CAPTIVATE. - Nov. 6th-8th

CAPTIVATE.
The theme for this year's Student Fall Retreat is "Captivate." During this incredible weekend, students will be drawn into the greatest story ever told: The epic story of God's relentless love for His people. This story has the power to capture our hearts and transform our lives forever, sending us on an adventure to change the world as God changes our hearts and lives.

When is it…
Captivate is November 6th – 8th, 2009

Where is it…
Hidden Acres Christian Conference Center in Dayton. Tucked away in the Hills about an hour west of Des Moines, the stage will be set for a true weekend getaway with God and friends. But don’t let the rustic scenery fool you - this is not your average wilderness weekend! Stocked with an indoor pool, gym, lake, paintball course, high ropes, horseback riding trails and a coffee shop, it's gonna be the biggest and best weekend of the year!

What do I need to bring…
A sleeping bag, close-toed shoes, toiletries, pants, Bible, pen, journal, clothes that can get dirty/ruined, spending money and your PLAID clothes for Super Spirit Saturday!

What should I not bring…
Cell phones, cigarettes, fireworks, iPods or other portable electronic
devices, offensive clothing or bad attitudes.

When and where do I need to be…
Register at Point of Grace at 3:00pm on Friday, November 6th Convoy leaves for CAPTIVATE around 3:30pm. Return to Point of Grace around 5:00pm on Sunday, November 8th.

What if I have questions…
Feel free to call the Student Ministry office at 987.9595, or you can ask questions by email at students@pointofgrace.com.

How much is it? When is my money due…
Paid before October 1st, 6th Graders = $99 7th – 12th Graders = $119
Paid on or before November 1st, 6th Graders = $119
7th – 12th Graders = $139

Your money is due in full when you sign up for CAPTIVATE and unfortunately, because we have to reserve space and rent equipment, there can be NO refunds of any kind after you sign up for CAPTIVATE. Thank you for understanding…

Vitals - September 13th

The Spark (Jr. High) - September 13th
Message - "Go Green - A Transformed Kind Of Life..." by Katie
Big Idea:
The point of following Jesus is for our lives to be changed.

Key Verses: Romans 12:2, Matthew 6:25-26, 30-33
Worship led by: Justin Willis and The Spark Band
Attendance:
Total: 139
1st Service: 62 (48 students, 13 leaders)
2nd Service: 91 (76 students, 15 leaders)

4ORTY 2WO (High School) - September 13th
Message - "Go Green - A Transformed Kind Of Life..." by Katie
Big Idea:
The point of following Jesus is for our lives to be changed.

Key Verses: Romans 12:2, Matthew 6:25-26, 30-33

Worship led by: Justin Willis and the 4ORTY 2WO Band
Attendance: 73 (61 students, 12 leaders)