Youth News, 5/24

UMYF schedule:  Please note that we will not have UMYF this week (5/27) so you can rest up for our SUMMER KICK-OFF on June 3.  Invite a friend and come from 6-8pm for dinner followed by Messy Game and Water Night!  Wear messy clothes, bring a towel, and get ready for some FUN! 

Salkehatchie Attendees:  If you registered to attend Salkehatchie this summer, you should've received a confirmation postcard in the mail with instructions completing an information packet.  Log on to www.salkehatchie.org and return your paperwork to your camp director ASAP! 

Check out the post below for pictures from our Change the World outing last week!  See you Sunday.  

Change the World Weekend

Here are a few pictures (and a few sideways pictures!) of our outing last Sunday night. We Changed the World at the Piggly Wiggly! Each person had $4 - $10 and shopped for items to restock the food pantry for The Table, Hibben's outreach ministry to our neighbors.  It was a fun time, and we really hope our neighbors like black eyed peas and Ramen noodles...

Youth News, 5/17

UMYF This Sunday (5/20):  Pitch in this Sunday and help Change the World!  The fun starts at 6pm with dinner, and then we'll hit the road for a “Destination Unknown” Change the World project.  If you are able, please bring $4.00 to help prove the theory that it doesn’t take a ton of money to Change the World.  We'll return to the church at 8pm.  All 7th - 12th graders are invited! 

Salkehatchie Attendees:  If you registered to attend Salkehatchie this summer, you should have received a confirmation postcard in the mail with instructions completing an information packet.  Log on to www.salkehatchie.org and return your paperwork to your camp director ASAP! 

Youth News, 5/9

UMYF This Sunday (5/13):  Spring is here!  We’re taking the show on the road this evening.  BRING YOUR OWN PICNIC DINNER (beverages will be provided) to enjoy at Mt. Pleasant’s Waterfront Park.  We’ll head out at 6pm SHARP in the church bus and enjoy some games, kite flying, and running around before returning to the church at 8pm.

UMYF on May 20:  Next Sunday, we'll participate in Change the World weekend during UMYF (6-8pm).  We’ll have dinner before hitting the road for a “Destination Unknown” Change the World project.  If you are able, please bring $4.00 to help prove the theory that it doesn’t take a ton of money to Change the World.  

Congratulations, Class of 2012!  This Sunday is Graduation Sunday at Hibben.  We'll be recognizing our high school seniors with a special breakfast and during all worship services.  Take a look at the Class of 2012, and congratulate them when you see them on Sunday:

Tanner Croft
Zachary Donaldson
Anna Fairey
Brad Gibbons
Robert Hokum
Mercer Hunter

Allie Larkin
Cam Muldrow
Gabe Thesing
Jared Wells
Daniel Willett

Youth News, 5/3

UMYF this Sunday: We'll kick off youth this Sunday with a pizza party, provided by the Galileans Sunday School class before trying out some NEW games (one of which involves bananas!) and we’ll learn a little something along the way (NOT about bananas).  All 7th - 12th graders are invited from 6-8pm in the CLLC.

May 13 UMYF Plan:  Spring is here!  We’re taking the show on the road for youth on May 13.  BRING YOUR OWN PICNIC DINNER (beverages will be provided) to enjoy at Mt. Pleasant’s Waterfront Park.  We’ll head out at 6pm SHARP in the church bus and enjoy some games, kite flying, and running around before returning to the church at 8pm. 

CHANGE THE WORLD WEEKEND!  May 19 and 20 has been officially named “Change the World Weekend” by the United Methodist Church, and the youth of Hibben will be participating in a major way! 

-    First, on Saturday, May 19, we’ll be joining the group of Hibben members headed to Winwood Farm to lend a helping hand around the property.  The plan is to meet at Winwood Farm at 8:30am for a full day of work.  Lunch will be provided, so you’ll need to RSVP to me if you plan to attend.  This will be a great chance to get some fresh air, work beside your church family, and Change the World! 

-     Then, on Sunday, May 20 at UMYF (6-8pm), we’ll have dinner before hitting the road for a “Destination Unknown” Change the World project.  If you are able, please bring $4.00 to help prove the theory that it doesn’t take a ton of money to Change the World. 

Class of 2012: If you or a loved one will be graduating from high school OR COLLEGE this year, please notify Elizabeth so we can be sure to recognize you on Graduation Sunday, May 13.  Call 884-9761 or e-mail econnell@hibbenumc.org.

Vacation Bible School Volunteering!  This year, VBS will be June 10 – 13, and we need volunteers.  Youth – clear your schedules and lend a helping hand with Hibben’s youngest members.  Parents, your help is needed too!  Sessions will be in the evening on 6/10, and from 9am – noon 6/11 – 6/13.  More details coming soon!

Youth News, 4/19

UMYF this Sunday: It's time for the YOUTH to reclaim the Kickball Championship Title at the Family Picnic.  After church on Sunday, head over to Palmetto Islands County Park from noon - 3pm and bring your kickin' shoes.  We'll have fun celebrating our victory with our church family, and we will not meet from 6-8pm. 

Youth Room Refurbishment Dedication:  The whole congregation (and especially youth and their families) are invited to attend a special dedication of our youth room refurbishment in memory of Debbie Hokum THIS Sunday, April 22 starting at 9:30am.  Come check out our new space, enjoy come coffee, and join us as we remember Debbie's life and legacy. 

The Table “Block Party”: If you’ve never volunteered with Hibben’s Homeless ministry, The Table, this Saturday is your chance.  We’re hosting our neighbors at our first-ever Block Party from 11am – 1pm.  Come on over to help grill burgers, play with kids, distribute clothing and toiletries to our guests, and lend a helping hand.  Plus, we’ll be celebrating Dylan Lipe’s birthday!  Fun for everyone…see you there!

Class of 2012: If you or a loved one will be graduating from high school this year, please notify Elizabeth so we can be sure to recognize you on Graduation Sunday, May 13.  Call 884-9761 or e-mail econnell@hibbenumc.org.

Vacation Bible School Volunteering!  This year, VBS will be June 10 – 13, and we need volunteers.  Youth – clear your schedules and lend a helping hand with Hibben’s youngest members.  Parents, your help is needed too!  Sessions will be in the evening on 6/10, and from 9am – noon 6/11 – 6/13.  More details coming soon!

Youth News, 4/12

UMYF this Sunday: See you from 6-8pm in the CLLC!  It's the best place to be on a Sunday night if you're 7th - 12th grade!

Class of 2012: If you or a loved one will be graduating from high school this year, please notify Elizabeth so we can be sure to recognize you on Graduation Sunday, May 13.  Call 884-9761 or e-mail econnell@hibbenumc.org.

Youth Room Refurbishment Dedication:  The whole congregation (and especially youth and their families) are invited to attend a special dedication of our youth room refurbishment in memory of Debbie Hokum on Sunday, April 22 starting at 9:30am.  Come check out our new space, enjoy come coffee, and join us as we remember Debbie's life and legacy. 

Salkehatchie!  The deadline to register for Salkehatchie has passed, so I hope you got your forms and payment to the state office!  If you still intend to go this summer, please let me know so I can make sure there is space at the camp of your choice.  If you have registered, please check the list below for your name so we can begin making transportation arrangements.  If your name needs to be added, please e-mail me!

Spartanburg (June 16 – 23): Jacob Hand, Tyler Collins, Lauren Nyers

Lexington (July 7 – 14): Gina Fennell, Caleb Fennell, Grace Fennell, Elizabeth Connell, Jake Jones, Sarah Doll, Ashtyn Scully, Rachel Hannan, Donny Roberts, Megan Yaeger, Jordan Yaeger, Devin Donaldson, Ian Kilpatrick, Julia Woodward, Anna Woodward

Vacation Bible School Volunteering!  This year, VBS will be June 10 – 13, and we need volunteers.  Youth – clear your schedules and lend a helping hand with Hibben’s youngest members.  Parents, your help is needed too!  Sessions will be in the evening on 6/10, and from 9am – noon 6/11 – 6/13.  More details coming soon!