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The Stations of the Cross, or Way of the Cross, is a traditional Christian devotional practice involving a series of stations, usually fourteen, that represent the Passion of Jesus Christ, from his condemnation to his body being laid in the tomb. Each station is typically depicted by a work of art, which are often permanently installed in some Roman Catholic churches. During Lent, usually on Good Friday, congregations will walk the Stations of the Cross together with an accompanying litany of prayers and responses.

Given our Presbyterian heritage of rejecting icons, we historically have not had these stations installed in our sanctuaries or walked the Stations during Lent. This year, youth group advisers Sharon and Anthony wanted to involve the youth in the devotional life of this worshiping community at this holy time. Artistic renderings of a the station were designed by youth group members.

This Good Friday, the youth will help lead the litany of prayers as we walk the Stations of the Cross. We will meet at 6:45 p.m. in the Sanctuary to walk the path with Jesus from trial to tomb. We hope you will join the youth and many other members of the congregation in this
powerful Lenten devotional practice, uniting ourselves in prayer and action with Christians around the globe.

The Tenebrae service will follow at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, February 5 – Calling all youth group members! Fun is the theme for February. On Sunday, February 5th, the youth group will go ice-skating immediately after church.

Sunday, February 26th – bring your favorite board games for a time of friendly competition – the fun will begin at 5 p.m. in the Miller Gathering Hall.

Thanks to the Youth Group members who came out on Sunday evening, January 22nd, to help prepare the final meal for Abraham’s Tent. Hamburgers, hot dogs, macaroni and cheese and salad were on the menu … the perfect meal for a hungry group to cheer on their favorite football teams!

Youth Group Christmas Party and Caroling!

The Youth Group will gather on Sunday, December 4 at 2 p.m. for a Christmas Party and Caroling at Mary Wade Home.

Any questions, please see Anthony Damelio or Sharon Anderson.

The Youth Groups had a delightful afternoon apple picking last month. They collected enough to share with our friends at Columbus House, and to take home to their own
families.

This month they are planning, cooking, and serving a meal at Columbus House. Advisors Sharon Anderson and Anthony Damelio will be waiting at the church on
Saturday, November 5th at 3 p.m.

Then on Sunday, November 20th, the youth will hang out at the church for a movie and conversation night. Fun times will begin at 5 p.m.

The Youth Group is for all youth in grades 6-12.

The Youth Group for youth in Grades 6-12 is going out of doors this month. On Sunday, October 9th youth group members will go bowling. Meet at the church at 3:30 p.m. with $8.

Then on Sunday, October 23rd, the group will go apple picking. The cars will leave at 1 p.m. Sharon Anderson and Anthony Damelio lead the group.