Hillsdale United Methodist Church
Youth Activities
August is here! July was a busy “wow” month!
Imagine yourself as the string and God as the water. We need to soak ourselves in God and all that God teaches us, just like we soaked the string in the water. Remember that God’s love, like the water, is always flowing around us. The attraction between us and God must be more powerful than anything else we’re attracted to. In Isaiah it says, “I am the Lord your God who teaches you for your own good, who leads you in the way you should go.” Amen!
Children’s Sunday School
10:45-11:30 am every Sunday
Traditional – in English Language
12:00-1:30 pm every Sunday
(currently on break, resume on August 9)
Traditional – in Tongan Language
Please! Drop off your children and grand children to Sunday School. Everyone is welcome! We make our Sanctuary the safest place for all children.
Children & Youth Ministries
Friday Nights
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
August 7 – Spontaneous Speech
August 14 – SSP Sharing & Presentation
August 21 – Bible Games & Activities
August 28 – Youth Group
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Future Dates to add to your calendar:
September 4 – Back to School Dance
September 7 – “Holiday” Fun at the Park
This summer has been incredibly busy and I am deeply gratified to see the commitment and love that many adults pour into the lives of our young people. I see the steams that feed children’s ministry and the channels by which we discern God’s call, I am certain is the greatest source for any young person exploring his or her call.
Congratulations to Classes of 2009!
On the evening of Friday, July 17th, we celebrated the milestone our 2009 graduates had reached. Six graduates from High School moving on to College: Mele Afuha’amango, Geoffrey Fa’asisila, Tevita Finau, ‘Ofa Kapeta, ‘Ofa Ma’u, ‘Alilia Vuna. Four graduates from Junior High moving on to High School: Tavanuku ‘Etu, Paea Ma’u, Mo’uifo’ou Fonua, Paul Mateialona. Three graduates from Elementary moving on to Junior High: Sosiua ‘Etu, Eleanor Mateialona, Edwin (Tu’amelie) Fakahua. Two special awards presented to: Stephanie Fa’asisila, and Tavanuku ‘Etu, for achieving 3.5+ grade average point (GPA).
Vacation Bible School 2009 – CAMP E.D.G.E. was a great success this year. Again our young people stepped up to the leadership roles. Thanks to Blaze (Tene) and Sparx (Shadrach), Music Leader, Beth, Registrars, Bible Study Leaders, Bible Storytelling Leaders, Craft Leader, Recreation Leader, Jim the photographer, daily snack providers, kitchen crew. Thanks to Jim, Diane, Beth, Kathy Haase for setting up, and to everyone for taking down. Thanks to everyone including Pastor Steve, Sione Haupeakui, Francis Finau for the gifts of your time, talents, and service.
Sierra Service Project – SSP 2009
This year our Senior High School age group participated in Sierra Service Project 2009 at Round Valley, California - Week 5, July 26-August 1. Participants include: Mele Afuha’amango, Raymond Afuha’amango, Paula Fakahua, Lupeni Fakahua, None Lolohea, Tene Lolohea, Moreen Pahulu, Mele Taufahema, Sue Vuna, Beth Cademartori (adult), Nia Mateialona (adult). As we go out into the world and share our gifts and services, we can change the world into a better place.
Imagine yourself as the string and God as the water. We need to soak ourselves in God and all that God teaches us, just like we soaked the string in the water. Remember that God’s love, like the water, is always flowing around us. The attraction between us and God must be more powerful than anything else we’re attracted to. In Isaiah it says, “I am the Lord your God who teaches you for your own good, who leads you in the way you should go.” Amen!
Children’s Sunday School
10:45-11:30 am every Sunday
Traditional – in English Language
12:00-1:30 pm every Sunday
(currently on break, resume on August 9)
Traditional – in Tongan Language
Please! Drop off your children and grand children to Sunday School. Everyone is welcome! We make our Sanctuary the safest place for all children.
Children & Youth Ministries
Friday Nights
7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
August 7 – Spontaneous Speech
August 14 – SSP Sharing & Presentation
August 21 – Bible Games & Activities
August 28 – Youth Group
******************************
Future Dates to add to your calendar:
September 4 – Back to School Dance
September 7 – “Holiday” Fun at the Park
This summer has been incredibly busy and I am deeply gratified to see the commitment and love that many adults pour into the lives of our young people. I see the steams that feed children’s ministry and the channels by which we discern God’s call, I am certain is the greatest source for any young person exploring his or her call.
Congratulations to Classes of 2009!
On the evening of Friday, July 17th, we celebrated the milestone our 2009 graduates had reached. Six graduates from High School moving on to College: Mele Afuha’amango, Geoffrey Fa’asisila, Tevita Finau, ‘Ofa Kapeta, ‘Ofa Ma’u, ‘Alilia Vuna. Four graduates from Junior High moving on to High School: Tavanuku ‘Etu, Paea Ma’u, Mo’uifo’ou Fonua, Paul Mateialona. Three graduates from Elementary moving on to Junior High: Sosiua ‘Etu, Eleanor Mateialona, Edwin (Tu’amelie) Fakahua. Two special awards presented to: Stephanie Fa’asisila, and Tavanuku ‘Etu, for achieving 3.5+ grade average point (GPA).
Vacation Bible School 2009 – CAMP E.D.G.E. was a great success this year. Again our young people stepped up to the leadership roles. Thanks to Blaze (Tene) and Sparx (Shadrach), Music Leader, Beth, Registrars, Bible Study Leaders, Bible Storytelling Leaders, Craft Leader, Recreation Leader, Jim the photographer, daily snack providers, kitchen crew. Thanks to Jim, Diane, Beth, Kathy Haase for setting up, and to everyone for taking down. Thanks to everyone including Pastor Steve, Sione Haupeakui, Francis Finau for the gifts of your time, talents, and service.
Sierra Service Project – SSP 2009
This year our Senior High School age group participated in Sierra Service Project 2009 at Round Valley, California - Week 5, July 26-August 1. Participants include: Mele Afuha’amango, Raymond Afuha’amango, Paula Fakahua, Lupeni Fakahua, None Lolohea, Tene Lolohea, Moreen Pahulu, Mele Taufahema, Sue Vuna, Beth Cademartori (adult), Nia Mateialona (adult). As we go out into the world and share our gifts and services, we can change the world into a better place.
