WHITE LAKE, North Carolina--"A smashing success!" That's how Jeb Egbert, director of the Summer Educational Program, described this year's Discovery Weekend in White Lake.
Sixty-nine teens from North and South Carolina and other areas gathered at the Future Farmers of America (FFA) camp for a weekend of discovery and celebration April 16 to 18.
Pastor Greg Williams said that the "spirit and atmosphere was one of excitement, demonstrating that Christianity is the best way of life."
This year's weekend was filled with chances for youths to learn more about Christ, while growing closer together. Activities included canoeing, swimming, fishing, volleyball, a field day and a semiformal dinner-dance.
The Gallupi family from Cary, North Carolina, performed as a part of their clowning ministry.
In the midst of the fun and fellowship, the focus remained on Christ. Dr. Egbert led several discovery meetings, where teens discussed Christian living issues, as well as helping out by leading Christ-centered skits.
Pastors Paul David Kurts, Charles Taylor and Dr. Egbert led praise and worship services. The songs and messages all focused on Jesus Christ and how to grow closer to him.
For more information about helping with Discovery Weekend or about joining us next year, contact Warren McKoy at 1-919-776-2731 or by e-mail at realmckoy@salltel.net Micah Royal.
JACKSONVILLE, North Carolina--The Jacksonville congregation was host to a Swords of Truth youth rally April 24 that taught youths that abstinence is cool.
Seventy-five teens and parents attended. The featured speaker was Christian comedian Keith Deltano.
"When we started planning this we were thinking small, but it really ballooned," said Mary Lynne Walton, assistant coordinator.
Besides the featured speaker, teens were invited to participate in a talent show. The bands played contemporary Christian music, and some of the teens sang solos.
A dramatic recitation of Joan of Arc was performed by Raven Davis, a WCG teen. A dramatic enactment depicted Christ's trial and death with Satan thinking he was the victor. Then Jesus arose and vanquished Satan.
While teens enjoyed the talent, Mr. Deltano conducted a workshop for parents titled Keeping Your Kid a Virgin 101.
Dixie Marino.
BUFFALO, New York--Buffalo South teens had their second etiquette dinner dance, "Reach for the Stars," April 24.
About 30 teens, parents and youth leaders were in attendance, including teens from surrounding church areas and the community.
A four-course meal was served as the teens learned the art of table conversation.
This was followed by an evening of dancing.
Martin and Beth Koenig, Buffalo South youth leaders, organized the event; Jocelyn Buczek provided the menu and dinner decorations; and Mark Regoord was disc jockey.
Garret Hussak.
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