Chiques Youth: January 2015

Sunday, January 11, 2015

Hang-out Night January 11, 2015

Funny, how after quite a few days in the single digits, the 30's feel almost balmy. ;)

31 of us braved the cold tonight, and enjoyed an evening on Troy Wenger's pond, and games and snacks at Richard & Jennifer's.

At one point in the evening, Darrin was standing quietly on the ice watching the youth, and Jennifer asked him what he was thinking. He responded, "I was thinking that it would be kind of fun to have this many kids." I think my eyes got a little big at that particular moment. If I hadn't sneezed earlier, and inadvertently expelled my gum, I may have spit it out now. Funny how my mind immediately imagined the pile of laundry 30 kids might entail. I told him he may have married the wrong woman. lol! But yes, we all agreed it sure would be lively and fun. :)

Richard drove 3 vehicles down so we had some light, and he even managed to have some Christian music playing in the background.

There were quite a few different 'games' going on out on the pond; may be a few bruised muscles tomorrow!

Jennifer & Emily had a very yummy spread for us, and so we warmed up inside with snacks and games.

Evening ended with quite a few hopeful "please-can-we-have-a-two-hour-delay" tomorrow thoughts. :)

Youth Sunday - January 11, 2015

This has become one of my favorite days of the year. I think, perhaps, it's because we advisors see the absolute trust placed in the Lord by many of the youth. Listen, if you're not an outgoing person, even shaking hands and handing out bulletins can be a bit stressful. This is the day we see those who have agreed to speak just place their fears & hesitations & doubts about their own abilities aside, and trust that God will speak through them, and hold them while they share. And that is what brings each and every one of us advisors (yep, even the big, silent types) to tears! It's knowing that these youth are the future of our church, and the torchbearers of our faith in Christ! Oh, it overwhelms our emotions just a bit. Sometimes, we adults make our own decisions about what we are or aren't qualified to do, and I find myself humbled each year as the youth grasp the fact that it is God, and God alone who qualifies us where He calls us. Oh, it's just amazing to watch! Yep, we're so thankful for them!! :) :)

I am guessing there are many parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles & friends who sat in the congregation and felt the same way today, if not even more!

Here are some of the moments of the day...