Pines “Soul Tending” Youth Ministry
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Pines Youth Ministry seeks to tend and nourish each one’s soul, mind, and life with various Christian practices in which their faith can be fueled, their souls can be spiritually well-nourished, and their lives can be abundantly shaped in the image of Christ.
Worship— the youth are called to worship and praise God, and they share their spiritual gifts with the entire congregation.
Youth Leadership in Worship:
--the Pines Orchestra
--the Chancel Choir
--the Pealers (Handbells)
--11 O’Clock Service Liturgists
Special Sundays:
--Youth/Confirmation Sunday: all youth-led worship services on May 4
--“Son” Rise Service (Youth-led Easter Service) in Bendwood Park on Mar. 23
Education—Sunday school classes focus on a Christian discipleship.
The Jr. High Class (6-8 grades) in W-13: an interactive bible study of various biblical and theological topics and themes
The Sr. High Class (9-12 grades) in W-14: an interactive bible study of various biblical topics and theological themes
Confirmation Class (9th graders): a thorough curriculum of Christian discovery and discipleship and a mentoring guide (it begins in January).
Fellowship/Retreats —the youth fellowships seek to connect one another within the church and with the Houston local community.
The Junior High SHOT (Spiritual Hanging Out Together): 4-6 PM in W-13
The Senior High SHOT (Spiritual Hanging Out Together): 5:30-7:30 PM in W-14
Youth Fellowship Weekend Retreats:
--“Conclaves” for both Junior (Feb. 22-24) and Senior Highs (Feb.29 – Mar. 2) at Cho-Yeh
--“Celebration” for sr. highs at Cho-Yeh both in Spring and Fall
-- “Fusion” (youth fall kick-off retreat) in the beginning of the fall semester.
Confirmation Retreats— opening and closing retreats in Spring.
Missions/Services—they are designed to learn about a Christian calling and share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Summer Mission Projects: they include local and national mission as well as an international mission every two year.
--Jr. High “Mississippi” Mission (Jun. 29 – Jul. 6)
--Sr. High “Guatemala” Mission (May 31 – Jun. 7)
--Sr. High “Houston” Mission (Jul. 31 – Aug. 2)
Youth Fundraisers for Mission Projects:
--Take-Stock-In-Mission (Mar. – Aug.)
--Easter Cake Sale (Mar. 23)
--Annual Car Wash (Apr. 19)
The youth also volunteer and work for Coffee Fellowship, Souper Bowl of Caring, Crop Walk, MAMs, Meals on Wheel, AIDS Foundation, Women’s Home, Mission of YAHWEH, Brookwood Community, and Sherwood.
