Bethany Youth

SCHEDULE CHANGE!

2010-10-08T09:15:00.004-04:00

Hey Sr. High! Here's a schedule change you need to be aware of! Instead of regular Cafe on 10/22, we will be going to Grim's Corn Maze from 7-9pm instead! Again, Sr. High Cafe is cancelled on 10/22. Instead, we'll be going to Grim's Corn Maze for their flashlight maze from 7-9pm. Click on this event in the calendar on the right for directions and more information. Cost is $7.50. Drop off and pick up at the maze!

Alive - Middle High Conference DEADLINE!

2010-10-08T09:08:00.003-04:00

Just a reminder that if you're hoping to attend the Alive 2010 Middle High Conference in Ocean City, the deadline to register is 10/17! You can download a registration form on the right, and send it on in! Any questions? Call us at 610.395.3613

Sr. High Wing Night!

2010-10-08T09:07:00.001-04:00

Hey Sr. High! On Friday, 10/29, you will eat until you're sick!!! Why are you going to do this? Because it's time for Bethany Student Ministry's 2nd Annual Wing Night! That's why! After the last EHS football game of the regular season, you should come to Bethany for FREE all-you-can-eat wings! We're ordering 1,000 wings from PJ Wheelihan's, and we need you're help to eat them all! This is a huge opportunity to invite some friends who aren't interested in church and have a great time! No pressure, just fun! Wings, popcorn, soda, snacks, TV... it doesn't get any better than this!

Have a question? Call us at 610.395.3613

Want to be on our Wing Night Street Team? Email me at dheiney@bethanyumchurch.com

Middle High Corn Maze

2010-10-08T09:07:00.000-04:00

Just a reminder to Middle High students that we are going to Get Lost on Friday, October 29th. Instead of Cafe, we'll be going to Grim's Corn Maze for a great night. We'll meet at a Middle High parent's house at 6, walk to the maze at 7, go back to their house at 9, and end at 10. If you just want to participate in the maze, get dropped off and 7 and picked up
at 9 at the maze. The cost is $7.50, and you need to bring a flashlight!

For more info, directions, and what to bring, click on this event in the calendar to the right!

SYATP United!

2010-09-20T10:06:00.002-04:00

Hope to see you at the Ice House tonight for SYATP United! It's a great encouragement to get to your flag pole later this week for See You At The Pole! Great band, Out Of Hiding, is playing, cars are getting smashed, food is flying... it's going to be incredible. Come on out! For more info, click on our schedule to the right for address and directions. Cost is $5, from 6-9pm.

Want to know what's going on this School Year?

2010-09-03T16:21:00.003-04:00

We want to make sure that you don't miss a thing this school year! Click on the link below the calendar on the right side of this page to download a ministry schedule for 2010-2011. Take a look at it, ask us questions, and jump right in!

Small Groups Sign Up!

2010-06-15T21:46:00.003-04:00

Interested in taking your faith to the next level? Want to grow deeper relationships and have friends who are there for you no matter what? Then join a Small Group and get ready for an amazing summer! Small Groups are about making our large group smaller and helping you grow in Christ.

Groups will start on Sunday July 4th and run for the Summer.

We'll meet in Fellowship Hall from 6:30-8pm.

Want to join? Fill out the Registration Form to the right, grab a form at FUSION, or on Sunday mornings, or check your mail this week. We'd love to help you grow!

For more information, call Del @ 610.395.3613.

YOUTH RETREAT - Running On Empty

2010-05-19T10:24:00.003-04:00

Our summer Youth Retreat is just around the corner! We're changing the date and the place, so get ready for a new adventure!

Here's what you need to know:

WHEN: June 24-27

WHERE: Camp Orchard Hill, Dallas, PA - www.camporchardhill.com

WHO: Students going into 6th grade through graduating 12th grade

HOW MUCH: $170 - Due ASAP, June 15th at the latest

WHAT IS IT?: The retreat is a great time to disconnect with your everyday life and connect with God and others. From zip lines to quiet times, rock walls to worship, boating and fishing to learning and growing, this retreat can change your life!

HOW DO I REGISTER?: Download the Retreat Brochure on the right side of this page, print it out and get it in to the church office.

Here's the write-up from the Retreat Brochure:

Our lives are busy. We’ve got school, sports, band, homework, work, friends, girlfriends, boyfriends, family time, texting, watching TV, and a ton of other stuff going on. Sometimes being busy isn’t a good thing, though. Our lives are so full of stuff, but our spiritual tanks are often running on empty. How do we hear God’s voice when our lives are so loud? How do we know what God wants when we’re so busy with life? Is it possible to stop everything for a minute and tune in to Him?

If this describes your life, this retreat could change everything. We’ll help you learn how to fill up your spiritual tank so that you can hear, love, and serve God better.

"Step out of the traffic! Take a long, loving look at me, your High God, above politics, above everything." (Psalm 46:10 - The Message)

NEW FUSION SERIES!

2010-04-29T10:39:00.003-04:00

If you've never been out to FUSION, now is a great time for you to check it out! We're switching gears and starting a new series called One Month to Live... it's about living your life to the fullest, thinking about what matters most, and how, with God's help, you can have the best life EVER. We always have a ton of food, competitive games, and a good time. Check us out - Sundays from 6:30-8:30!

CORN BLITZ!

2010-03-16T10:53:00.003-04:00

Got Corn?

We're having an all out blitz to collect corn for the Angel Network at EHS! This weekend ONLY, from Friday to Sunday, we're going all out to collect 150 cans of corn! Want to be part of a corn-crazed weekend? Then bring as many cans of corn as you can to Cafe, Sunday School, or FUSION! Corn's cheap, it's tasty, and it will really help out families in need this spring.

We'll be giving away prizes all weekend... and they won't be corny! Ok, that wasn't cool. We're giving away prizes just for bringing corn!

Let's reach our goal this weekend!

Student Ministry Teams Schedule

2010-03-10T10:32:00.003-05:00

We've had a ton of students show interest in being a part of a Student Ministry! We're going to be meeting with Ministry Teams over the next several weeks to share the vision for ministry and help get them started. Here's a FINAL schedule for Ministry Team Kickoff Meetings:

3/14 - 5:30pm - Greeter/Welcome Team

3/14 - 8:30pm - Compassion Child Team

3/21 - 5:30pm - Set Up Team

3/21 - 8:30pm - Birthday Card/Encouragement Team

4/11 - 5:30pm - Concessions Team

4/11 - 8:30pm - Worship Team

4/18 - 5:30pm - Prayer Team

4/18 - 8:30pm - Drama Team

Easter Season Schedule Changes

2010-03-10T10:23:00.003-05:00

Easter is on it's way! We're changing things up a bit so that you can celebrate this season with family. Here's the changes:

3/28 - NO FUSION - The church is having a "Night of Praise"; a live recording up in the sanctuary... nothing to do with Easter, really, but you might want to check it out.

4/2 - NO CAFE - Good Friday

4/4 - NO FUSION - Easter

2010 High School Conference

2010-02-11T10:32:00.004-05:00

If you're in grades 9-12, we'd love to hang out with you at the beach! The High School Conference is just around the corner, and we want you to be a part of it! We're taking a trip to Ocean City, MD from 3/26-3/28 for Impact 2010. It's a weekend of great bands (like Pillar and Hawk Nelson), awesome speakers, and hanging out at the shore. The cost is $150 and is due by 2/28. For more information on the conference, visit the conference website here. For the Registration, Medical, and Covenant Forms, download them on the right.

The Big Game Night!

2010-02-02T22:15:00.002-05:00

Looking for an awesome weekend? The Big Game is just around the corner, and we want you to watch it with us! Last year we had over 120 students and we're pumped to bring in more this year! We've got 6 HD Big Screens, all you can eat food for $5, prize giveaways, and a huge flag football tournament under the lights outside at halftime! You will love this! Bring EVERY friend you know, because this will be incredible!

Doors open at 5:30

Kickoff is at 6

Pick up after the game

For students in grades 6-12.

Snowtubing!

2010-02-02T22:07:00.002-05:00

Come on up to the mountain for a night of tubing! We've only got a few tickets left, so if you want to go, let us know! Here's the details:

Where: Bear Creek Mountain Resort 101 Doe Mountain Ln. Macungie, PA 18062

When: Friday, Feb. 5 from 7-10pm (drop off and pick up at resort)

How much: $23

What else: You need to fill out a waiver. Waivers available at the church.

We will meet in between the rental shack and the ticket booth. Let's have a great time!

BOWLING NIGHT!

2010-01-06T15:50:00.003-05:00

Come on out and join us for a night at the lanes! This Friday we'll be at AMF Parkway Lanes from 7-9pm. The cost is $10, including shoes. Bring a friend out and have a great time! For students in grades 6-12.

For directions, click on the event in the calendar to the right.

THERE IS NO CAFE THIS FRIDAY NIGHT.

CHRISTMAS BASH!!!

2009-12-15T08:56:00.002-05:00

Come one, come all!!!

THIS SUNDAY, December 20th, YOU are invited to one of the best nights ever... the Christmas Bash! It's a night to celebrate the season, and the reason of Christmas! We'll eat tons of food, make gingerbread houses, play some awesome games, and hear about what God has done through the year. If you know a friend who you think should hear how God has worked in other students lives, be sure to invite them! Everyone is welcome!

WHERE: Fellowship Hall

WHEN: Sunday, December 20 - 6:30-8:30pm

HOW MUCH: FREE!

YOUTH SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES!

2009-12-09T10:03:00.007-05:00

Looking for a way to get involved and serve in a great way? Why not help with our church's Christmas Eve services? Here's a few ways you can serve!

Living Nativity - This requires dressing in costume and standing at the front entrance to the church

before the services. We're looking for a Mary and a Joseph for each service, and would love to have a few others (shepherds, wisemen, etc.) as well!

The service times are 12, 5, 7, 9, and 11pm. You would have to be here a half hour before the service, and can leave as soon as the service starts.

Luminaries - These are the little lantern/candle bags that people put on their property to light up their walkway. We need people to make 100 of these (putting sand in a bag and folding the bag) anytime before Christmas Eve, and we need people to put these out before the 5pm service and collect them after the 11pm service.

Would you like to help? Call Judy at the church - 610.395.3613. Thanks!

YOUTH SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

2009-12-08T15:27:00.004-05:00

Want to serve? Here's a great way!

The Children's Ministry here at the church is having a Christmas Party on Saturday, December 19th at 10am. They're looking for students who would be willing to act out the Christmas story while it is being read. This would take about 30 minutes, unless you'd like to help with the rest of the party!

Interested? Call Darcy (the Children's Director) at 610.395.3613. Thanks for serving!

YOUTH CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE!

2009-12-08T14:35:00.002-05:00

Merry Christmas!

Here's what we're up to for the Christmas season here in Youth Ministry. We'd love to connect with you!

Friday, 12/11 - Middle High Cafe (6:30-8pm)

Senior High Cafe (8:30-10pm)

Sunday, 12/13 - FUSION (6:30-8:30pm)

Friday, 12/18 - Middle High Cafe (6:30-8pm)

Senior High Cafe (8:30-10pm)

Sunday, 12/20 - YOUTH CHRISTMAS BASH! (6:30-8:30pm)

Friday, 12/25 - NO CAFE

Sunday, 12/27 - NO FUSION

Wednesday, 12/30 - MOVIE NIGHT! (7-9pm)

Friday, 1/1 - NO CAFE

Sunday, 1/3 - FUSION (6:30-8:30pm)

Hope you have a great Christmas!

NO CAFE!

2009-12-01T08:20:00.002-05:00

SOLID ROCK CAFE has been CANCELLED for this Friday, December 4th. The church's Christmas musical is this weekend, so check it out! It's going to be awesome! The show times are Friday at 7, Saturday at 3 and 7, and Sunday at 3. See you there!

Student Breakfast!

2009-12-01T08:17:00.002-05:00

Hungry? Meet us at Emmaus Diner tomorrow from 6:20 - 7:15 for breakfast! It's a great way to connect before school. Bring a friend and a few bucks. Make sure you have a ride to school too! See you there!

THANKSGIVING YOUTH SCHEDULE

2009-11-24T10:01:00.003-05:00

Getting ready to scarf some turkey and watch some football? We are too! Here's what our Youth schedule looks like for this weekend.

FRIDAY - Cafe - Middle High 6:30-8pm, Sr. High 8:30-10pm

SUNDAY - NO FUSION - Enjoy the holiday weekend with your family!

FUSION CHANGE - Bethany's Got Talent!

2009-11-19T11:19:00.003-05:00

This Sunday, November 22, instead of our regular FUSION, our youth ministry is invited to experience Bethany's Got Talent! This is a great way to celebrate the giftedness and talent that God has given to our church, and there's a free meal afterwards as well! The evening will start at 4pm. There is no cost. Invite your family to be a part of this event!

WE WILL NOT HAVE REGULAR FUSION THIS SUNDAY.

Tuna Time!!!

2009-11-02T11:36:00.002-05:00

We're collecting 6oz. cans of tuna THIS WEEKEND for the EHS Angel Network. The EHS Angel Network is an organization that collects goods and resources to help students who have need in Emmaus High School. This organization wants all students to succeed and is currently gearing up for Thanksgiving.

The Bible tells us that God is especially pleased with us when we reach out to those who have a need (see James 1:27 and Matthew 25:31-46). This would be a great way to partner with God in what he's doing in our part of the world!

Here's how it works:

Bring a can (or more) of 6oz.can of tuna (any brand) to WHATEVER you come to this weekend (Sunday School, FUSION, Wing Night, etc.). We'll collect them in Sunday School, and we'll have a collection box at Wing Night and FUSION.

We'll donate our collection to the Angel Network next week.

We're aiming to collect 50 CANS OF TUNA. Help us meet this need! Thanks!

Questions? Call Del @ 610.395.3613

Student Breakfast!

2009-11-02T11:31:00.003-05:00

If you're a Sr. High student, this Wednesday, November 4th, is a Student Breakfast at Emmaus Diner! We'll eat from 6:20-7:15 am. Bring a few bucks for breakfast, and make sure you have a ride to school! It's a great way to connect during the busy week!

Wing Night!

2009-11-02T11:25:00.003-05:00

If you're in grades 9-12, come out this Friday night , November 6th, from 9:30-11:30 for Wing Night! All you can eat wings, soda, popcorn, hotdogs, pretzels... FREE! This would be the perfect way to invite a friend out to our place for the first time. It's after the football game, so come on over! We'll have an Inferno eating contest as well! See you this Friday!

Questions? Call Del at 610.395.3613

Get Lost!

2009-10-27T10:59:00.004-04:00

You're invited to get lost with us at Grim's Corn Maze this Friday! We're going to start the night at the Barats' house (10022 Sara Drive, Breinigsville, PA 18031) at 6pm with hotdogs and drinks. We'll walk over to the corn maze and stay from 7-9pm. After the maze, the Barats' are making funnel cake at their place from 9-10:30. If you can make it to the Barats', that would be great! If you can't, but still want to do the maze, get dropped off at the maze at 7pm and picked up from there at 9pm. The cost for the maze is $7.50. BRING A FLASHLIGHT!

The weather forecast does not look good for Friday. PLEASE CHECK THIS SITE AFTER 4PM TO SEE IF THIS EVENT IS STILL ON. Thanks!

Any questions? Call the office at 610.395.3613

Tonight!

2009-10-23T13:58:00.003-04:00

We will be having the Solid Rock Cafe tonight from 6:30-8pm for Middle High and from 8:30-10pm for Senior High. We'll also be teaming up with the Bethany Marriage Conference and will be having a youth track in the Youth Room from 7-9. The topics include dating, relationships, guy thoughts, and girl thoughts. Feel free to check either one out!

Go Emmaus! Check out Emmaus's Homecoming game tonight as they take on Whitehall!

Small Groups Schedule

2009-09-30T09:16:00.002-04:00

Attention students and parents - Middle High Small Groups will not be starting this week. We are currently scheduling leaders and extending registration. We will be calling all interested students by the end of the week to confirm availability. Senior High Small Group registration is also being extended. We will have the official schedule posted soon. Thanks!

ATLANTIC in Concert!

2009-09-23T09:32:00.002-04:00

This Friday, September 25th, rock/worship band Atlantic will be at the Solid Rock Cafe from 7-9pm! It's going to be a great night of music, food, and giveaways. The cost is $5. This is for students in grades 6-12. Don't miss this!

Paintball Registration Deadline!

2009-09-23T09:29:00.002-04:00

Like to play paintball? We do too! We're going to Lehigh Valley Paintball on Saturday, October 17th from 12-3pm. The cost is $35 and includes a mask, gun, 500 paintballs, pod pack, and air. If you want to come, you need to sign up by this Sunday! Download the forms on the right and make sure you get them in to the office by this Sunday!

SYATP United

2009-09-23T09:20:00.002-04:00

Last night we were at the Ice House in Bethlehem along with 180 other students worshiping God and becoming energized to make it to the flagpole earlier this morning. It was an awesome night! The band, Out of Hiding, was amazing and lead singer Justin really challenged us to think of the different compartments we have in our life and see the need to have only one compartment, God, in which all of our other stuff goes (friends, family, sports). Everything we do should be for God, whether it's going to school, taking a test, playing in the band, etc. It was a great night!

UPDATE TO SYATP UNITED!!!! PLEASE READ!!!

2009-09-22T15:29:00.002-04:00

The address on the flyer for the See You At The Pole United event tonight at the Ice House in Bethlehem was INCORRECT! The correct address is: 56 River St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. We are sorry for the error. You can click on the event in the calendar to the right and get a map to the correct location. See you tonight!

Start Dates

2009-09-01T16:06:00.002-04:00

You might be wondering when youth ministry starts up for the school year. Well, wonder no more! Here's the start dates for Cafe, Fusion, Small Groups, and Sunday School. We'll have the official schedule available for download this week.

Cafe - Friday, September 18th.

FUSION - Sunday, September 13th.

Small Groups - First week in October.

Sunday School - Sunday, September 13th.

Any questions? Call the office at 610.395.3613.

Here's to a great school year!

The Countdown Begins!

2009-09-01T15:57:00.003-04:00

September is here!!! We're getting fired up for the new year of youth ministry and can't wait to see how we'll grow in Christ through this school year. If you're new to the ministry, or don't know what exactly we do, here's a little something to get you in the loop!

Cafe - Friday nights - Middle High: 6:30-8PM; Senior High: 8:30-10PM

Hang out with friends, eat, video games, game room, great time!

FUSION - Sunday nights - Combined Middle and Senior High: 6:30-8:30PM

Large game, food, message, discussion, challenges

Small Groups - Middle High: 6:30-8PM Tuesday nights; Senior High: TBA

Sunday School - Sunday mornings - 9:15-10:30AM and 11-12:15PM

Curriculum based, great teachers, great lessons

Events - TBA

Bowling, Mini Golf, Concerts, Paintball, etc.

We'll have the official schedule available this week - you can download it on the right.

Gearing Up For The New Year!

2009-08-27T16:14:00.003-04:00

With summer coming to an end, we're getting ready for the new school year! We can't wait to connect back up with you, see how your summer's been, and grow deeper in our relationship with God! Please check back within the next week for new schedules, newsletters, events, and everything youth! Hope your summer was great... now let's take it into our schools! See you soon!

ROLLER HOCKEY CANCELLED!

2009-08-07T20:43:00.003-04:00

ROLLER HOCKEY IS CANCELLED FOR SATURDAY, AUGUST 8TH. WE'LL PLAY AGAIN SOON. DO NOT GO TO ROLLERMOTION. THANKS!

Last Chance for Retreat!

2009-08-04T16:20:00.003-04:00

There's still time to join us for Rooted! If you haven't signed up yet, please download the form on the right and get them in. This could be one of the best things you do this summer and can really help you to grow deeper in Christ! Don't miss it! Have a friend who might want to go? Invite them! We've got Mike Chapman coming in from New York to challenge you with God's word, and band Auburn to lead worship! It's going to be a great weekend!

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Keep on coming out!

2009-07-24T15:38:00.002-04:00

Even though Del's away for a few weeks, we're still having all of our events listed on the youth calendar. We've got great leaders helping out, and we'd love to see you! Bring a friend and let's have a great time!

Sportsfest Water Giveaway!

2009-07-14T15:38:00.008-04:00

We're going to be giving out bottles of cold water this Friday, July 17th, from 2-3pm at Sportsfest! It's a great first step in getting into the habit of serving our community. We'll meet at the Cedar Beach event site, at the intersection of Turner St. and Parkway Blvd. in the grass by the lake. We will meet at 2pm and will start handing out water at 2:15pm. We're going to be walking around the park handing water out to athletes and spectators. It's as simple as that! We'll have a great time! Look at the picture for a better understanding of where we'll meet (click on the picture to zoom in). You can get directions by clicking on the calendar on the right! See you there!

Youth Night @ Iron Pigs!

2009-07-14T15:31:00.002-04:00

Come on out to Coca-Cola Park this Thursday to see the Iron Pigs take on the Rochester Red Wings! Here's how this works: This event is for students AND their families (and friends too!). Go to Coca-Cola park (you can get directions by clicking on the calendar on the right). Get a General Admission ticket ($6 each), and meet us on the center field lawn. The game starts at 7:05pm. It's a great way to get to know other families in our youth ministry and enjoy a family night out! Hope to see you there! Go Pigs!

Rooted Youth Retreat 2009

2009-07-08T10:40:00.002-04:00

Want a faith that goes deep? Feel like God's not strong enough for your circumstances? Tired of getting fired up for God only to fizzle out? Then you NEED this retreat!

We've got incredible team games, tons of free time, great worship and an amazing speaker. Let's discover what it means to be Rooted!

Rooted is for students in grades 6-12.

This is a great way to get involved in ouryouth ministry and make some great friendships. DO NOT MISS THIS!

Cost is $160 if registered by 7/15, $180 if registered by 7/25, and $200 after the 25th. Get the registration over on the right side of this page.

Missions Trip Countdown!

2009-06-30T10:25:00.003-04:00

We're only 5 days out from our Toronto missions trip, and everything is in high gear! I'm so excited for what God is going to do both in and through our group as we serve in the city. It seems as though when we get out of our everyday routines and remove our normal distractions that we are able to connect with God in a unique, almost concentrated way. We'd really appreciate your prayers as we travel to Canada and serve in Toronto. If you'd like to know how to better pray for us, please click HERE to get a prayer calendar for the week of our trip. Thanks so much for believing in us! Here's to an amazing God doing amazing things!

BONFIRE @ HEFFNER'S CANCELLED!

2009-06-17T17:29:00.001-04:00

THE BONFIRE @ THE HEFFNER'S IS CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN, SOGGINESS, AND GENERAL DREARINESS. PLEASE PASS THIS MESSAGE ALONG TO ANYONE YOU THINK WOULD LIKE TO KNOW. THANKS!

Summer Schedule!

2009-06-04T14:54:00.003-04:00

Our Summer Schedule for Youth Ministry is here! We've got a TON of great things going on, and we want you to be in the know! From daytime activities and bible studies to night time hang outs and outings, we've got something you're going to love. Summer's a great time to invite a friend or two along for the ride! You can download the Summer Schedule by clicking here (Middle High), or here (Senior High), by clicking on the link on the lower right, or by clicking onevents on the calendar to the right. Check out all of the dates, times, cost, etc. and let us know if you have any questions! Here's to a great summer!

SUMMER SCHEDULE

2009-05-19T11:03:00.004-04:00

Our Summer Schedule for youth ministry is being finalized this week. Please check back soon and often for the Summer Schedule and for any other youth-related topics. Once the Summer Schedule is published, it will be available for download via a link on the right hand side of this page. Thanks!

NO FUSION - MOTHER'S DAY!

2009-05-05T10:43:00.007-04:00

Remember that lady who changed your diaper when you were little? Who broke up fights between you and your siblings? Who feeds you and pays for your movies? Who loves you even when you're not the most loveable? That's Mom! We're taking Sunday off from FUSION this week to spend time with our mom and let her know that we appreciate everything she does for us. If you're a mom, Happy Mother's Day! We'll pick up again on the 17th with part 2 of our series, Attached.

Attached

2009-05-01T10:38:00.004-04:00

Every one of us is attached to something—some person, thing or experience. The trouble with our attachments is that sometimes they let us down. For the next three weeks your students will be exploring the attachments that become part of their identity, and uncovering the truth about their identity in Christ. See you at FUSION!

COMBINED CAFE and FAMILY NIGHT!

2009-04-23T08:50:00.004-04:00

This Friday, April 24th, Bethany Family Ministry will be showing the movie "Facing the Giants" in the sanctuary. The movie starts at 6:30 and there will be free popcorn! It will look like a theater, smell like a theater, and if you're there, it will be a theater! This is for anyone in our Bethany Church family, and friends are welcome too!

This Friday's Cafe will be combined (Middle and Senior High) and will run from 6:30-9pm. to work into the movie night. While we don't have the teams for the dodgeball tournament, we'll still play hard and eat tons of food! We'll see you on Friday!

FUSION - The Cross

2009-04-21T10:31:00.002-04:00

People wear a cross on necklaces, sport one on bumper stickers and even slap on across T-shirts, but what does the cross really stand for? What does it really mean? Next week we'll finish up this series by taking a look at the cross in a different way, a way that moves beyond gratitude and nostalgia to a way of life. The cross teaches us that we live so we can die, and we die so we can live. See you at FUSION!

EASTER

2009-04-07T08:07:00.002-04:00

There will be NO youth programs this week (Friday and Sunday) due to the Easter holiday. We'll start back up after this weekend. Spend time with family, and remember with thankfulness the sacrifice Christ made for you! Have a great week!

MISSIONS TRIP DEADLINE!

2009-03-31T13:33:00.003-04:00

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR OUR TORONTO MISSIONS TRIP! WE HAVE NO MORE SPOTS LEFT, BUT WE WILL SEE IF WE CAN EXPAND OUR GROUP! GET YOUR NAME IN ON THE WAITING LIST - FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE! IT'S GOING TO BE AWESOME!

MISSIONS TRIP REGISTRATION DEADLINE

2009-03-27T11:37:00.002-04:00

High School students, don't forget! If you want to come with us to Toronto for a missions trip that will change your life, you MUST register by this Tuesday, March 31st to get a spot! There's only a few spaces left! It's gonna be AWESOME!

CHANGE OF SCHEDULE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-03-26T09:02:00.003-04:00

DUE TO A SCHEDULING CONFLICT, THE BOWLING OUTING THIS FRIDAY, 3/27, WILL BE FROM 8-10PM INSTEAD OF 7-9PM. AGAIN, COME O THE BOWLING ALLEY AT 8PM AND GET PICKED UP AT 10PM. THE COST IS STILL $10. THANKS!

Bowling Night!

2009-03-25T09:24:00.003-04:00

Remember - This Friday, 3/37/09, we are going bowling at AMF Parkway Lanes from 7-9pm! Do not come to the church, or you'll be lonely! The cost is $10, and you sould get dropped off and picked up at the bowling alley. Check the schedule to the right for the address and directions! Feel free to bring a friend or two! See you there!

We

2009-03-13T10:17:00.002-04:00

In following Christ, there is one truth that most of us forget—we were never meant to do this alone. We need other people. It’s critical not just because we need friends, but also because in community we understand more about who God is. We see how He is working in other people’s lives. We learn things that God has taught them, and we get an opportunity to love and serve others. The WE series helps us discover the “WHY” behind community—why we need it, why we should pursue it.

Parents!

2009-03-06T14:50:00.002-05:00

If you're a parent, we want to partner with you in raising your teen for Christ! You're not alone! Here's a few ways that we're trying to support you:

1. Parent's Newsletter - We want to send you practical help every month through The Parent Link - a newsletter created by Group Publishing. It has great tips and ideas, as well as the latest happenings in Youth Ministry here at Bethany. Email Del at dheiney@bethanyumchurch.com to get it sent to you, click on the link to the right to view it yourself, or pick it up in the hallways at the church!

2. Parent's Resource Library - We're building a resource library with books written specifically for raising teens in today's world. Feel free to borrow a book and work your way through it. For a listing of books, please click the link over on the right. This is a new idea, so the library will be growing steadily as the year goes on. Please check back frequently.

3. This Website! - This site is designed to be the main means of communication between our ministry and parents. You'll find up to date information on all of our programs, locations, times, registration forms, maps, and other resources pertaining to Youth Ministry here at Bethany. Please check this site regularly, as it is updated frequently, and we don't want you to miss out!

You can always call Del at 610.395.3613. He'd love to talk to you! Thanks! We're here for you!

FUSION Movie Night!

2009-03-05T15:15:00.002-05:00

It's good to take a break every now and then, so in between our FUSION series we're going to take it easy for a night and just enjoy being around each other. We're having a Movie Night this Sunday from 6:30-8:30PM in the Fellowship Hall for students in grades 6-12. We're watching "Horton Hears a Who". We'll be giving away free popcorn and other snacks. Feel free to bring a friend!

Student Breakfast

2009-03-04T11:02:00.004-05:00

Do you like breakfast? Del does too!

Starting Tuesday, March 17th, Del wants to invite any Emmaus High School students and their friends to have breakfast at the Emmaus Diner at 6:20AM.

Starting Wednesday, March 18th, Del wants to invite any Parkland High School students and their friends to have breakfast at the Parkland Restaurant (Diner) at 6:20AM.

Del WILL PAY and it's just a way to stay connected through the week and build relationships!

You're going to be up anyway, so why not come and eat?! Invite some friends!

TORONTO Missions Trip '09

2009-03-04T10:06:00.005-05:00

Last year we took 12 students on a life-changing trip to Washington, D.C. to partner with ongoing ministries in sharing the love of God with the inner city. All of our lives were changed, and we saw God working in ways we would have never expected. If you're in grades 9-12 and want to be a part of something that can change your life and outlook on the world, you NEED to be a part of this year's missions trip.

We're taking 16 students to Toronto, Ontario, Canada from July 5th to July 11th for an urban missions experience. We'll work with homeless shelters, food distribution organizations, and other social ministries. We'll also experience one of the most diverse cities in North America through ethnic cuisine and touring the city.

We'll be fundraising heavily to pay for this trip. The hope is that this will not cost the student or their family any money at all. This is such a great opportunity for life change that we would hate for cost to stand in the way (the only cost for the family would be to get a passport for the student).

If you are interested in being a part of this life-changing experience, you must register by March 31st. If you'd like to support our youth on this trip, please contact Del at dheiney@bethanyumchurch.com.

This will CHANGE YOUR LIFE!

Photo Scavenger Hunt!

2009-02-24T11:07:00.003-05:00

If you're coming to the Cafe this Friday, we are going to be going on a photo scavenger hunt throughout Lower Macungie! The goal is to see if you can get pictures of your team acting out specific situations within a time limit. These situations will be revealed to you when you show up on Friday night, and will take you on a tour of the area, ending up at Chick-Fil-A. Instead of coming for the usual time, come to the church for 7pm. Del will break you up into Middle and Senior High teams, give you a driver, and a checklist/rules sheet. If you have a digital camera or a camera on your cell, bring it!

This would be a cool thing to invite a friend to! It's going to be an awesome night! Bring some $$ if you want to eat something at Chick-Fil-A!

PARENTS - Please drop off your teen at the church for 7pm, and pick up your teen at the Chick-Fil-A on Hamilton Blvd., across from The Texas Roadhouse at 9pm. We will have adult leaders driving students from location to location. Middle and Senior High will be separated. All leaders are cleared to drive by our church. If you have any questions, please call Del at 610.395.3613.

Forward Motion

2009-02-11T13:45:00.003-05:00

We’ve all made resolutions and set goals, but too often we fall short of what we expected to accomplish. Unfortunately it’s often the same when we try to become the Christian we really believe God has called us to be. We fall short of the goal and become increasingly discouraged. In this 3 week FUSION series, we'll learn that following Christ is more about the small steps we make every day, not about the huge leaps of faith that we think we need to make. Are you up for it? Hope to see you at FUSION.

High School Conference!

2009-02-11T10:16:00.006-05:00

Hey! If you're in High School, we want to invite you to come with us to Ocean City, MD from March 27-29 for the IMPACT '09 High School Conference! It's a great way to experience God in a large venue (there's about 5,000 youth there) and also build relationships with the friends we're going with. There's sweet music, a concert by Skillet on Saturday night, great speakers who will challenge you, and a great time at the beach! The cost for the event is $130 - this covers the ticket to the conference, hotel, travel, and breakfasts. You will need some $$ for meals (2 lunches and 2 dinners) and souvenirs.

If you want more information on the conference, go HERE.

TO DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION PACKET, CLICK ON THE LINK IN THE "REGISTRATION FORMS" SECTION ON THE RIGHT, THE CLICK "VIEW PDF" OR "SAVE PDF".

Del will also have packets at the Cafe, Sunday School, and FUSION.

YOU MUST REGISTER BY MARCH 1ST! Hope to see you in OC!

PAINTING DAY UPDATE!

2009-01-28T14:26:00.003-05:00

Our painting day scheduled for this Saturday from 8:30am - 12pm has to be moved. There is a group who had booked the facility months ago for a banquet, and although we at first thought we could paint in the morning, we don't think that it would be a good example of God's love to force that group to deal with paint fumes and wet walls. We still want to tackle as much of the room as we can before the Super Bowl Party (pun intended!), so we're going to have a painting session on Saturday night after the 5 o'clock service. We'll start around 6 and paint until we're done or until we decide to stop. If you can help out this Saturday night, we'd really appreciate it, and it's a great way to own your ministry and serve in the church! Please email me at dheiney@bethanyumchurch.com if you can make it, or call me at 610.395.3613. Thanks! If you have rollers or roller trays, please bring them!

SNOWTUBING UPDATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2009-01-28T11:34:00.004-05:00

This is a very important message for those who are planning on going snowtubing with us on FRIDAY.

Bear Creek needs a roster of people who are attending the event! I need you to email me at dheiney@bethanyumchurch.com and let me know the following:

Your NAME

Any FRIENDS who you are bringing FOR SURE

Your PHONE NUMBER

We are booked for 30 students. If we have more, we will need to purchase additional tickets. There are currently 40 tickets left for our night, so I need to know how many we are bringing and gt extra tickets if needed. Thanks!

If you cannot email me, please call me at 610.395.3613 and leave a voice mail. Thanks!

Del

SUPER BOWL PARTY!!!!!

2009-01-15T14:53:00.003-05:00

This is going to be AWESOME! We're having a Super Bowl Bash here at the church on Sunday, February 1st, and we want YOU to be a part of it! We're going to have tons of wings, pizza, soda, snacks, and video games! We're also playing the first annual Bethany Bowl - a rain or shine flag football game during halftime out in the retention pond under the lights! Here's what you need to know:

What: Super Bowl Bash

Where: Here at the church

When: Sunday, February 1st, from 6-10PM

COST: $5 per person, or FREE if you bring a friend who hasn't been here before!

Who: Students in grades 6-12

What else: Dress to play football outside during halftime!

SNOWTUBING AT BEAR CREEK!!!!!

2009-01-15T14:34:00.006-05:00

On Friday, January 30th we're going to Bear Creek for a night of snowtubing! It's going to be an awesome night and we want you to come out! This would be a great thing to bring a friend to, and would be a cool way to spend a Friday night! Here's what you need to know:

What: Snowtubing at Bear Creek

Where: Bear Creek Mountain Resort - 101 Doe Mountain Ln. Macungie, PA 18062

When: Friday January 30th - Show up at 6:30 PM, Pick up at 10:15 PM

Cost: $24

What else: You MUST fill out and bring the SNOWTUBING RELEASE to go on the hill.

You should DRESS WARMLY (Snow Boots, Snow Pants, Gloves, etc.)!

You can rent a helmet if you choose for an extra $7.

New Year Start Up!

2009-01-08T15:44:00.006-05:00

We're getting back into the swing of things by starting up our Solid Rock Cafe and FUSION this weekend! The Cafe is on Friday from 7-9 for Middle High and 9-11 for Senior High. FUSION is on Sunday from 6:30-8:30 for grades 6-12. Hope to see you out!

YOUTH MOVIE NIGHT!! 1/4/09!!!

2008-12-24T17:20:00.003-05:00

We don't want to miss out on a chance to hang out over the New Year's break! Come on out on Sunday, January 4th, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. for a Kung Fu New Year's movie night! We're showing Kung Fu Panda! We'll have free movie theater popcorn, so eat all you can! We'll also have pizza, drinks, and other snacks. See you then!

CAFE CANCELLED FOR TONIGHT!!!!!

2008-12-19T14:37:00.004-05:00

With the sleet still coming down heavily, we will NOT be having Solid Rock Cafe tonight. Please check this site again on Sunday afternoon to see if FUSION is cancelled or not. Also, please take the poll to the right. We want to get really good at communicating with you!

YOUTH CANCELLATIONS TO BE POSTED BY 4PM

2008-12-19T11:44:00.003-05:00

If you're wondering if we're having the Cafe tonight, your anxiety will be relieved by 4 p.m. Check back for an update on if tonight is cancelled or if it's still on. Also, take the poll to the right - we want to get really good at communicating with you! See you between now and 4!

Share The Love

2008-12-04T16:38:00.003-05:00

In the latest Parent's Newsletter I talked about taking our ministry to the next level in the New Year. We want to be the most effective ministry that we can be; reaching youth where they're at, connecting with them on their terms, for the glory of God. We have a number of items that would really help our ministry be better equipped for reaching youth both in our church and in the community. We'd love for individuals or families to help our ministry by purchasing or donating these items. A list of items will be posted after this weekend. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity. If you have any questions, please call me at 610.395.3613.

Christmas Bash '08!

2008-12-04T16:32:00.003-05:00

If you love Chistmas and having fun, you NEED to come to this! We're having Christmas Bash '08 on Sunday, December 21st from 6:30-8:30. Invite tons of friends! We'll be giving away a ton of awesome stuff, eating everything, and having a great time. Make sure you don't miss this!

ATLANTIC at Solid Rock Cafe!!!

2008-12-04T16:28:00.002-05:00

Canadian worship band Atlantic will be in concert at Solid Rock Cafe on December 12th. Middle High doors open at 7 and close at 9. Senior High doors open at 9 and close at 11. This would be the PERFECT things to invite a friend or two to! We're having sweet giveaways, food, and cranking music. Check out their music here. Cost is $5 at the door. Come on out!

NO CAFE OR FUSION!

2008-11-26T11:15:00.002-05:00

As Thanksgiving is upon us, we will not be opening the Solid Rock Cafe on Friday, and we will not have FUSION on Sunday night. We hope that you get to spend some great time with families and friends, and remamber that we're ultimately thankful for salvation that comes only through Jesus Christ! Have a graet weekend!

Amedeus @ Solid Rock

2008-10-27T09:41:00.003-04:00

We want to invite you to a great night coming up on 11/7. We have Indie/Screamo/Christian band Amedeus coming out to Solid Rock Cafe for our Senior High Cafe night. If you're in Sr. High, we want you to come out and bring a friend or two to hang out and see the show. we're giving away a $25 iTunes card, we'll have food, drink, games, and a great band. Solid Rock goes from 9-11p.m. and costs $5 to help with the band.

Check out the band here. If you're on Facebook, invite yourself and your friends to this event here.

Hope to see you there! Any questions? Call the church at 610.395.3613

Corn Maze!

2008-10-27T09:28:00.004-04:00

We're switching it up this week and instead of coming to the church for FUSION and Solid Rock, we're going to Grim's Corn Maze for a night of running through corn, eating food and hanging out. Here's the address for Grim's Maze:

9941 Schantz Road, Breinigsville, PA 18031

Copy that address, then click on the Google Maps link on the right for directions from your house.

The outing is this Friday, 10/31. The cost is $6, plus food. Drop off at 6:30 at the maze and pickup from the maze at 8:30. Hope to see you there!

No FUSION on 10/10

2008-10-08T20:25:00.003-04:00

There is no FUSION this Friday. You can still come out, but you'll find yourself in the middle of a missions conference and it just might not be the same thing. We'll pick up again next Friday, 10/17 with FUSION from 6:30-8:30 and the kickoff of After Dark from 9-11. See you next week!

Middle School Conference

2008-10-08T20:15:00.003-04:00

If you're in grades 6-8, listen up! The Middle School Conference is just around the corner, and we want you to be a part of it! We're taking a trip to Ocean City, MD from 11/21-11/23 for Alive 2008 - Quest. It's a weekend of great bands, awesome speakers, and hanging out at the shore. The cost is $120 and is due by 10/28. For more information on the conference, visit the conference website here. For the registration packet, or for more info, call Del at the church - 610.395.3613

After Dark

2008-10-08T20:12:00.002-04:00

Our Sr. High cafe, After Dark, is kicking off next Friday, 10/17 from 9-11pm! This is a great place to hang out with friends, eat some food, and listen to some music. If you're in grades 9-12 we'd love to have you out! Hope to see you there!

Bowling Tonight!

2008-09-26T15:16:00.002-04:00

Ready for some fun? We're meeting at AMF Parkway Lanes tonight from 6:30-8:30 for some serious bowling! It's all about having fun and wearing weird shoes, so bring a friend! The cost is $10. Have your ride drop you off and pick you up from the bowling alley. For directions, click here.

Service Opportunity!

2008-09-26T13:32:00.006-04:00

Our Fellowship Hall is just about to start some renovations that will make our space absolutely incredible! On Saturday, October 4th, from 8am-1pm we will be painting the entire room, and we could really use your help! We are looking for a team of youth who are willing to come in, take some direction, and paint until it hurts! If you would like to be a part of transforming our space, please call the church office at 610.395.3613 and tell them that you want to help! Thanks!

Service Opportunity!

2008-09-26T13:23:00.005-04:00

The Allentown Rescue Mission is having their annual Spaghetti Dinner Fund raiser next Saturday, October 4th from 4-7pm at Asbury United Methodist Church. If you would be interested in serving others by supporting this dinner, your help would be appreciated! The shifts are from 4-5:30 and 5:30-7. For more information, or to volunteer, call Del at the church (610.395.3613) and we'll set you up! Thanks!

www.allentownrescuemission.org

SYATP

2008-09-24T07:50:00.001-04:00

Early this morning, all across the U.S., youth met at their local school's flagpole to sing to God and pray for their schools. This is the first time I've ever been to See You At The Pole, so I didn't know what to expect. I haven't been to a High School in about 9 years, so I felt kind of like the new kid at school, until some of our students from our church saw me and took me in (pretty cool, huh?). I gotta give it to these youth... it was way too early in the morning and it was freezing! It brought to mind many years of walking to my school, going to class, getting wedgies... all kinds of warm memories. With this in mind, here's what I saw:

1. Students gathering as the body of Christ, bringing their school, teachers, and relationships with each other before God.
2. Students who weren't affected by the cold, the earliness, or by other students walking by.
3. A group where everyone had the same goal and where everyone was welcome. It didn't matter who you were or where you went to church.

It was awesome to think that this scene was being repeated at hundreds of other schools; that students all over the U.S. are passionate about God, and passionate about His will for their lives and for their schools. Now, if only we were in Florida and school started at 1pm...