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It’s a peaceful Wednesday morning before our students have woke up and I’m sitting at “Brookside,” our little mountain cottage.  The conference is going great and we are all having a great time.  The students’ favorite aspect of the conference is the small group experience.  Each day, twice, we meet with 29 previous strangers and explore what it means to be a Christian Community.  At first, there was quite a bit of reservation.  The students were not that excited about being split up and meeting new people.  But now that they’ve had 4 small group meetings - they all agree - it’s great!

Our acommodations are more than adequate.  The students are even learning a bit about kitchen work as we prepare most of our own meals.  Curiously, when I asked a few to wash dishes they were stumped when they couldn’t find the undercounter appliance they were accustomed to.  They didn’t do too bad for first timers with a sponge and a dish pan.

We’re about half way thru the conference and we’re having a great time.  Keep up the prayers.  I believe God is doing great things here at Montreat and our students are in the midst of it.

From Brookside - Matt

Glad to have such a good crowd at this morning’s Prayer Breakfast at Chick-Fil-A.  Rebecca was the first to arrive.  Last week she was the only one to arrive!  Today she was joined by Bennett L., Paul, Bryan, Sam, an Will F.  Latecomers Will E and Leland almost missed us!  But they made it in time to share about their chemisty pizza project.  8 for Breakfast (plus me) is great!  We won’t meet next week as I’ll be on vacation.  We’ll see if we can meet later on - and later too!

Maybe we should all skip the chicken minis and hash browns and just have milkshakes like Paul, Bennett, Sam and Will F.  The Breakfast of Champions! 

Super fun was had last night.  Thanks to everyone who brought friends.  Thanks to the Hardys and the Turners for bringing dinner - the pizza and subs were yummy.  See the other photos in the media gallery.

It was a great end to the school year.  Thanks for such a great 2 1/2 months of Sunday Nights.  We’re going to have a great summer.

We’ve been having good mornings on Tuesdays.  Last week we enjoyed Chicken Minis at Chick-Fil-A in Evans.  Now, let me explain something.  When we say “Evans” we really mean “Evans.”  There are 2 Chick-Fil-A’s on Washington.  We were at the one by the new Target.  Some people went to the Chick-Fil-A in Augusta on Washington.  Hopefully, this will become less confusing as we go along.  Today, we met at Panera Bread near the old Target in Augusta.  However, I’m told that we lost yet another one en route.  Oh well, we did have 4 students brave the early morning and made it for prayer.  It was fun.  The cinnimmon bagel was popular.  However, I have to recommend the cobblestone.  It was delicious.

Next week - we’ll be meeting at the Chick-Fil-A on WASHINGTON in AUGUSTA.  This is between I-20 and Fury’s Ferry Rd.  6:45am-7:15am.  See you there.  If you need a ride to school after breakfast - let me know.  I’m probably going that way!

Matt

What a fun time we had at Putt-Putt on Sunday Night (Apr 15).  Even tho it was 50° outside and quite windy there was plenty of excited hacks.  Those who wouldn’t brave the elements outside found reiief inside with the video games and batting cages.  Super thanks to everyone who brought a guest (or 5!)  This was our biggest night of the year so far.  There were at least 35 youth.  Official congrats to Callie for bringing the most friends.  Runner-up Jack deserves congrats as well. Special guest William was awarded the “Golden Sandtrap” for the highest score.  Christian and Baliey tied for low score with 32 each and 5 holes in one.  Here’s a question - did bringing your own putters help?

Thanks for a fun night.  See you all next time.

I want to let you know some my favorite parts of our little youth ministry website:

• Media Gallery - here you’ll find photos and videos from recent events.  Especially check out the “food clip” - there’s a few “spewing” aspects.
• Event Calendar - here you can get info on upcoming events.  You can also schedule a “meet with Matt.”
• Resource Center - you can download forms, permission slips, applications, etc.
• Chat Room - we will have occasional online meetings here - maybe even a Bible Study.

More notes to come soon!

The LIQUID Youth Ministry Website has made its debut!

At this blog you will find interesting thoughts and ideas about what’s going on here with our youth ministry.  You’ll also find helpful notes on how to use this website to its fullest potential.  Keep checking in.  Become a subscriber too and never miss out the newest news!

 Matt