Friday, May 1, 2009
Apr09-Message from President
Did you hear that? Shhh... there it goes again. Did you hear it? I'm more and more convinced thatlistening is like a muscle. The more we use the skill, the greater our ability will become to listen. I've heard people dismiss or discount their capacity by simply saying, "I'm just not a good listener." To which I think we should collectively declare... "Foul, not acceptable, no free pass." You become a good listener; you aren't simply born to be one. Listening is a gift you give to the individualthat you are with. It's the foot washing of everyday life. It highlights the significance of the words thatthe other individual has to share and the thoughts that are on their mind. Some people listen only so they can prepare a rebuttal or a grander story. They listen with a desire to overpower whatever experience or emotion they have just been exposed to. Some people simply wander; mentally, physically... and certainly emotionally to a place that is so far from their communication partner that they couldn't possibly join in a meaningful exchange. Listening elevates and participates. It connects your attention, your hearing, your mind, and your emotion. Great listeners participate in the heavy lifting of capturing each word and in dipping into the meaning and feeling behind each. Great listeners convert the mechanics of hearing into the art of involvement. Jesus listened well. The Son of God... with so much to say... listened well. And in it He taught us about love, compassion and sacrifice. Practice, exercise, stretch, discipline yourself to listen well. Wash the feet of those that talk with you by taking off the cloak of self-centeredness and personal agenda... and listen. It will transform any and every relationship you have.
Apr09-7th Annual Golf Outing
YFC Golf Outing Sat., May 16th, 2009
Location: WIU’s Harry Mussatto Golf Course
Time: Shotgun start 8:00 am
Come enjoy a great day out on the links!
The golf committee is already gearing up for an awesome event. This year, we are having a $15,000 Hole-in-One 50/50 Split Contest on Hole #3 as well as auxilary hole-in-one prizes on the remaining par 3 holes. We’ll still be offering mulligans and closer tees, but adding one additional way of improving your score.
The day includes a light breakfast during registration, 18 holes with cart, a gift for each participant, snacks and beverages during play, a catered grilled lunch, prizes in various divisions and raffle prizes.
Get a foursome together from your church and compete for the Traveling Church trophy. To sign up, contact us at yfc@macomb.com, the office at 309-836-3026 or Deanna at 309-333-0111.
Location: WIU’s Harry Mussatto Golf Course
Time: Shotgun start 8:00 am
Come enjoy a great day out on the links!
The golf committee is already gearing up for an awesome event. This year, we are having a $15,000 Hole-in-One 50/50 Split Contest on Hole #3 as well as auxilary hole-in-one prizes on the remaining par 3 holes. We’ll still be offering mulligans and closer tees, but adding one additional way of improving your score.
The day includes a light breakfast during registration, 18 holes with cart, a gift for each participant, snacks and beverages during play, a catered grilled lunch, prizes in various divisions and raffle prizes.
Get a foursome together from your church and compete for the Traveling Church trophy. To sign up, contact us at yfc@macomb.com, the office at 309-836-3026 or Deanna at 309-333-0111.
Apr09-Macomb News
Hello Everyone,
I just wanted to give you all an update on what we have been doing with YFC in Macomb for the past few weeks. The annual Dare-2-Share trip was March 27-28. We had three students attend along with two volunteers and myself. At Dare-2-Share our students not only got to listen to some incredible music and speakers, but they got to learn how to “shred the gnar” in sharing their faith with their friends. Also over the past few weeks we have been teaching the kids about God’s love for them. We taught the kids about Jesus’ sacrifice to pay the price for our sins, so that we can live eternally with God. Although we did not have any new students commit their life to Christ, they did have the courage to let us know that they weren‘t quite ready to make a decision yet. Pray that God will move in these students hearts and that they will come to trust Christ with their lives. Thank you for all your support and prayers without it none of this would have been possible.
~ Kayleigh
Upcoming Events
Agape Fest ~ May 1-2
High School Girls Sleepover ~ May 8 @6pm
I just wanted to give you all an update on what we have been doing with YFC in Macomb for the past few weeks. The annual Dare-2-Share trip was March 27-28. We had three students attend along with two volunteers and myself. At Dare-2-Share our students not only got to listen to some incredible music and speakers, but they got to learn how to “shred the gnar” in sharing their faith with their friends. Also over the past few weeks we have been teaching the kids about God’s love for them. We taught the kids about Jesus’ sacrifice to pay the price for our sins, so that we can live eternally with God. Although we did not have any new students commit their life to Christ, they did have the courage to let us know that they weren‘t quite ready to make a decision yet. Pray that God will move in these students hearts and that they will come to trust Christ with their lives. Thank you for all your support and prayers without it none of this would have been possible.
~ Kayleigh
Upcoming Events
Agape Fest ~ May 1-2
High School Girls Sleepover ~ May 8 @6pm
Apr09-Bushnell News
Our big event in the last month was Dare 2 Share. We had 23 teens and 7 adults go to St. Louis from March 27-28. Some of the teens learned a lot and were able to constructively share the gospel with theirfriends. One young lady even had a friend trust Christ right on the phone. I made a call to one of the high school student that I have been praying for this semester. He didn’t put his full faith in Jesus, but understands the gospel truth. On Saturday afternoon we got to share the gospel with hurting people onour mission of collecting canned goods for a local mission. We also prayed with people and engaged them about their spiritual beliefs. This is always a good chance to get out of our comfort zones, grow our faith, and help people along the way. We also had a few teens that were in an out of the meetings and were distractive on the trip. Pray for them, as they have not all trusted Christ as their Savior and need guidance in their lives. Also, pray for our volunteer leaders and myself as we comeup with a plan to meet their needs and bring order into their lives.
In the last month our high school ministry has been talking about things that disconnect us from each other and God. I want to say thank you for praying for our meeting on pornography last week. The guys really opened up and realized some of the future implications it can have. All of them said they wanted a “new car”, not a used one, when it comes to getting married some day. It’s great to have a prayer team to lift us up! Send me an email if you are not on my prayer team and want to be and I will put you on the team. A really neat opportunity to explain what Good Friday is, happened with one of my son’s friends. We were driving along on Good Friday and Andrew shared a little bit what it was about and then I finished. By the end of the ride Andrew’s friend said,“Oh, I never knew that.” It was cool. Now he knows. Pray that God will open up his heart and reveal Himself to this young boy.
Our family is growing and on the go a lot. We have wonderful extended family and get to see them regularly. I even had a chance to visit my home church over Easter and attend service there. It was great to see some friends and people that I really appreciate building into my life as a youth. Thanks be to God for how He works in our lives.
In the last month our high school ministry has been talking about things that disconnect us from each other and God. I want to say thank you for praying for our meeting on pornography last week. The guys really opened up and realized some of the future implications it can have. All of them said they wanted a “new car”, not a used one, when it comes to getting married some day. It’s great to have a prayer team to lift us up! Send me an email if you are not on my prayer team and want to be and I will put you on the team. A really neat opportunity to explain what Good Friday is, happened with one of my son’s friends. We were driving along on Good Friday and Andrew shared a little bit what it was about and then I finished. By the end of the ride Andrew’s friend said,“Oh, I never knew that.” It was cool. Now he knows. Pray that God will open up his heart and reveal Himself to this young boy.
Our family is growing and on the go a lot. We have wonderful extended family and get to see them regularly. I even had a chance to visit my home church over Easter and attend service there. It was great to see some friends and people that I really appreciate building into my life as a youth. Thanks be to God for how He works in our lives.
Upcoming trips events:
May 8 – Jr. High guys campout
May 9 – Jr. High girls campout
May 10 – Baccalaureate May 17 - Graduation
May 18 & 21 End of year CL meetings
Apr09-Youth Advisory
Macomb Youth Advisory Committee - Reminder
All churches in the Macomb area are invited to join this committee. Several local pastors and leaders will meet once amonth during the summer beginning May 12th at 10:15 a.m. During these four meetings we will discuss viable options for the future of YFC, possible obstacles, and if YFC can continue primarily as a volunteer organization. Feel free to call or email the YFC office if you have questions regarding the process, or if you would like your church to be represented at the advisory meetings.
All churches in the Macomb area are invited to join this committee. Several local pastors and leaders will meet once amonth during the summer beginning May 12th at 10:15 a.m. During these four meetings we will discuss viable options for the future of YFC, possible obstacles, and if YFC can continue primarily as a volunteer organization. Feel free to call or email the YFC office if you have questions regarding the process, or if you would like your church to be represented at the advisory meetings.
Apr09-House Repairs
Request for help:
Recently the facilities committee has reported to the Board a list of repairs needed at YFC house. If anyone would like to help us out with a specific repair or would like to donate to a specific project, please feel free to contact the office by phone or email.
- repair hole in kitchen floor and replace kitchen flooring
- need new (back) door that enters kitchen (door & frame)
- kitchen needs to be painted
- entire downstairs (except kitchen) needs new carpet
- wheelchair ramp to back door needs work or needs to be removed
- front foundation of house needs to be repaired
- side door of garage needs to be replace (wind damage)
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