Hey did you know it's National Volunteer Month? What a great month! We will be giving away free hugs at church this week. Available while supplies last.

Here’s a few things coming up in our ministry . . . 

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: PARENT EVENTS
In the next couple of months, we're hosting two events for teenagers and the parents (or parent figures) who love them. We'd love to see you there!

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: VOLUNTEER MEETING(S)
It's almost time for our final meeting of the year! We hope to see you there as we learn about [add your own topic(s)] together.

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: SUMMER CAMP
This summer, we're planning an incredible camp experience for students! If you'd like to join us, make sure you're registered before the deadline.

JESUS LOVES: A 4-WEEK SERIES ON JESUS
WEEK 3 BIG IDEA: JESUS WELCOMED STRANGERS

SERIES OVERVIEW:
 "Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so." If you grew up going to church, it's probably the first song about Jesus you can remember singing. "Jesus loves me" may seem like a pretty straightforward and foundational belief, but let's be honest . . . singing about Jesus' love is a lot easier than actually imitating it. In this 4-week series, you'll challenge students to observe, imitate, and be transformed by the radical love of Jesus for all people, but specifically His love for children, for the poor, for the stranger, and for the sinner.

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Here's a thought to challenge and encourage you this week: "Jesus never had a problem with people who had a lot of questions. He was concerned with the ones who thought they had all the answers." — Maria Goff
At least once this month, choose a volunteer to celebrate. Add their picture and a few sentences about what makes them awesome!

What's one thing we could do to make your job easier? Reply to this email and let us know!