nJoy Science – Summer Creation Camp

When: August 11 & 12 from 10am to 1:30pm
Where: Clanton Hall
Cost: FREE!!!
Who: ANY student aged 13 and above

Seminar Description (from nJoy’s website http://njoyscience.net):
Are you ready for the “war of world-views” beyond your home?  Many young people lose their faith in the Bible after being exposed to the aggressive evolutionary viewpoint of most secular colleges and universities.  This camp will strengthen your faith in the Bible by teaching them the scientific case for creation.

Topics of study:

• Why does Genesis matter?
• Millions of years and the Bible
• The Big Bang theory, and distant starlight
• Darwin, Lucy, and our genes
• Noah’s flood and the Ark
• Dinosaurs and the ice age
• The Grand Canyon
• Rocks and fossils
• Where did Cain get his wife?

You will come away encouraged with an inspiring taste of the science that our creator established in the universe.

For any questions please contact Kim Plourde at kimberly@gracecovenant.org or 704.802.8005, extension 298.

A Spiritual Renewal Retreat.

For 9th – 12th Grade Students
Teen Boys: Sept 10-12
Teen Girls: Oct 15-17

Cost: $150.00
Cost includes two nights lodging and six meals plus other wonderful items.

Registration Deadlines:
Boys Cutoff – Aug. 27, 2010
Girls Cutoff – Oct. 1, 2010

Payment MUST be paid with submission of application.

Payment preferred by check payable to Encounter Jesus.  If you must pay with a card please do so below.

Register by paying online for the Teen Boys Retreat by clicking HERE. 
Register by paying online for the Teen Girls Retreat by clicking HERE.
Download your application by clicking on the following link.  You will need to click on the link on the following page one more time to access the application.  Encounter Jesus Application
You may also submit your check and application directly to a youth staff member.

Contact: Kim Plourde at kimberly@gracecovenant.org or 704.892.8005, extension 298.

A Lock-in for Middle Schoolers.

For rising 6th grade through rising 8th grade.

July 30-31

Cost: $10

100 Middle Schoolers at Birkdale Fitness Center

9:00pm – 7:00am (Students MUST be dropped off no earlier than 9pm and be pick up no later than 7am due to the Fitness Center’s hours.

Students MUST register online.  No walkins will be allowed. Registration cut off on July 26th.

To register click HERE.

If you are currently a Tribe Adult Leader and would like to be an adult leader for The Tribe Games please register to be a leader by clicking HERE.

Students need to bring: Swimsuits, towel, NO electronics, tennis shoes, gym clothes, toothbrush and toothpaste.  Sleeping bags and pillows are optional to bring.

This summer we have 2 NextGen Student Minsitry Groups meeting off campus.  Below is information and registration about both groups.  For any questions please contact Christine Elliott in the Student Minsitries office at christine@gracecovenant.org or 704.892.8005, extension 249.

Buck’s Group -

The Buck’s Group is for High School students who have graduated from the Launch step in our defy program and is limited to 30 students.  The group will meet on Fridays from 7pm-9pm begining June 11th.  Pastor Wil will be teaching this Student Minsitry Group.  Students MUST pre-register for this group before attending.  The Bucks live in Cornelius NC.  There address will be on your confirmation message after you register.

Click HERE to register for the Buck’s Group

Farry’s Group -

The Farry’s Group is for all High School students.  There is no limit on the number of students who can register for this group but all students MUST pre-register below.  This group will meet every other Thursday from 7pm-9pm begining June 17th through August 12th.  This group will have a time of devotions but will focus on games and activties.  This group will meet at the Farry’s home in Huntersville NC and at area parks.  The Farry’s address will be on your confirmation message after you reigster.

Click HERE to register for the Farry’s Group

Please check out our college page for more information and registration for Passion 2011.  High School seniors are welcome to join us for Passion 2011.  You can get to the college page by clicking the College link at the menu running across the top of the page.

July 28        cafe/NextGen             6-8:15pm

July 29        Summer Connection  1-3pm

July 30-31   Tribe Games               9pm-7am

Aug 1         Prep4Life&Tribe(also at 11:15) 9:30am

Aug 4          cafe/NextGen            6-8:15pm

Aug 5         Summer Connection  1-3pm

Aug 8          Prep4Life&Tribe(also at 11:15) 9:30am

Aug 11-12   Creation Camp

Aug 11        cafe/NextGen             6-8:15pm

Aug 15        Prep4Life&Tribe(also at 11:15) 9:30am

Aug 18        cafe/NextGen              6-8:15pm

Aug 22        Prep4Life&Tribe(also at 11:15) 9:30am

Aug 25        cafe/NextGen             6-8:15pm

Aug 29        Prep4Life&Tribe(also at 11:15) 9:30am 

Important Upcoming Dates

Sept 1           Back to School Bash/Parent Night

Sept 10-12    Encounter Jesus – Teen Boys

Oct  15-17    Encounter Jesus – Teen Girls

Jan 1-4         Passion 2011 – for HS seniors and college students

God… Who is He and how does who He is relate to me? 

This is a question everyone asks, whether you are an atheist, agnostic, Buddhist, Muslim or Christian.  Anyone with any religious or nonreligious backgrounds asks this question.  The answer to me is simple and yet complicated all at the same time.  God is the I am.  He is the maker of heaven and earth.  He is who He says He is.  It is up to you to get to know Him and gain a deep relationship with Him, one that is continually growing. 

I believe in God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.  They are three in one.  This is may be an irrational idea.  I have had many debates in my day, many times trying to help people rationalize Christ and Christianity.  I have come to realize you can only rationalize to a point.  At some point you have to come to a decision, a decision for a leap of faith.  I made a leap of faith and there is nothing in the world that could convince me to change.  I have heard my fare share of arguments, rational and irrational.  After making a decision for Christ I have come to know Him intimately.  As I spend time with Him in His Word and prayer I have come to know Him as I would a close friend.  He is my closest friend and a father more loving than any earthly father could ever love.   I encourage you to meet God if you haven’t already.  Know Him, God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.  Know Him, a loving Father and your closest friend.

- Christine Elliott