Stillnaz Youth Family Update 10/26

Hey SNY Families,

In case you missed the announcement, Pastor Tabitha Martin will be appointed as the new youth pastor! She will assume the responsibilities as of 11/5. I am so excited for our church and our youth ministry, I have all the confidence in the world in her as a faithful and skilled pastor. I could not hope for a better successor in the ministry. Please join me in praying for her, her family, and our youth ministry as our church walks into this next season.

A personal thank you to everyone who came to our farewell party earlier this week. Emily and I were overwhelmed by the visible presence and support of our church family. We praise God for you and your encouragement!

Some people have been asking about our moving plans. We are actually beginning our move tomorrow evening Friday 10/27 at 5pm. We would love any support in helping load our truck up if you would like to come help! You can shoot me an email or text message for our address. No need to RSVP though, you can just show up for however long you are able :).

My final day on staff will be next Sunday 11/5. If you have any needs or concerns related to youth, young adult, or family ministries before then, please do not hesitate to reach out. God bless you, and may God bless our youth ministry!

Grace and Peace,

-Pastor Chris

Upcoming Events

October 31: Fun 5th Tuesday- Costumes encouraged

It’s a 5th Tuesday this month and we are excited to celebrate the joy of the Lord through fellowship and games! It is a great connection night for students to invite friends from school, especially ones who may not be connected to another church! It’s halloween too, so we look forward to having a good time with church appropriate costumes. (Consider principles of modesty and being sure to avoid anything that is grotesque or that dishonors the Lord)

November 4: Fall Fest

This is a new event hosted at Natalie & Garrett Wagner’s house 3-8pm. There will be games, food and fun all afternoon. It’s a no-cost and fun event where the whole youth group is invited. Please bring your favorite fall dish, snack, or drink to share!

November 5: Pastor Chris Last Day

It’s been a grand adventure serving as youth and young adult pastor over the last 4 years. My last day on staff will be Sunday November 5th.

November 10-11: 30 Hour Famine

We are partnering with WorldVision to raise funds and awareness to combat global hunger and poverty. Students are encouraged to begin fasting at noon on Friday 11/10, arrive at our York City Campus (350 Chestnut st) by 7pm for a lock-in where we will worship and learn about WorldVision’s mission, then on Saturday we will participate in service projects around York county. We conclude the event with a feast at 6pm! You can register for the event and begin raising funds right away! Register HERE!

November 21: Ignite Family Night & Parent Cohort

It’s our quarterly family night. Elementary aged kiddos are encouraged to join the youth group for worship and games. Parents will stay to have a parent cohort with Pastor Josh and the interim youth personnel to discuss the status and direction of youth ministry and its leadership (spoiler alert— It’s still Jesus! :) )

Dec 1-2: Youth Equipped to Serve (Y.E.S.— 11th & 12th grades only)

This is our district’s biannual event that helps our juniors and senior understand how God is calling them to serve in the world. It is led by our very own Pastor Josh Kleinfeld and Caleb Lynch. We all have a calling to serve God, whether it’s as a teacher, pastor, doctor, nurse, construction worker, whatever! We want to partner with our students as they approach the end of their high school time to discern how God might be calling them vocationally. Registration for this event is now closed, please join us in prayer for our upperclassmen who are attending this event that God would be at work in them in preparation for the event and continued service as they enter adulthood.

December 19: Ignite Christmas Party

It’s a Christmas party! Wear your fun festive clothing (ugly sweaters and light-up things are highly encouraged), and come prepared for a $5 white elephant gift exchange!