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Weekly Gatherings
Youth Group
High school youth from Newberg-area churches meet together for worship, play, food and discussion each Sunday, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., in the Youth House. Through the end of March, we are focusing on what we can learn from the larger Church.
Sunday School
High school youth come together each Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. in Barclay B to visit over a cup of hot chocolate and to explore how our faith is affected by social and cultural change. How do we discern the difference, for instance, between what is moral and what is cultural? And what are we supposed to do with our discernings and discoveries?
Bible Quizzing
Bible Quizzing is a fun and rewarding program for those interested in learning the Bible and who love competition and road trips. It provides a mix of Bible memorization and content understanding. We are studying the epistles of Hebrews, I & II Peter. Remaining quiz meets will be hosted at Boise Friends in Idaho (March) and Reedwood Friends in Portland (April). Practices take place each Sunday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Youth House.
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Service-Outreach
Equipo (formerly GAGA)
This cross-cultural missions trip provides Newberg-area youth and their families with an opportunity to serve the people of Nueva Esperanza, a San Luis church with whom we've been ministering for more than a decade. Projects in 2011 included three homes, two Sunday school rooms, chicken coops, a vacation Bible school, and a semi-annual reunion with the many families and church members we've worked with over the years. North Valley and West Chehalem Friends churches join with us in this ministry. The next trip is scheduled for Spring Break 2013.
Youth Challenge
Youth Challenged to Expand their Worldview (YCEW)
YCEW provides youth with the opportunity to spend six weeks traveling to another part of the world to work side-by-side with missionaries and the nationals who live there while developing a deeper relationship with Christ. This year's short-term missions experience will be to Haiti, working alongside the Haitian people with Haiti Christian Development Fund. Nicole Fawver will represent Newberg Friends on this year's team.
Youth Challenged through Local Service (YCLS)
This short-term inner city mission for youth partners with Bridgetown Ministries to take youth into some of the neediest areas of Portland to serve those who have been marginalized by society.
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Camps / Retreats
Midwinter (January)
Midwinter is a retreat for high school youth that focuses on service. It's a chance to spend time with old friends and make new ones, to worship, to pray, to serve, to play, to have fun together. It's a chance for students to gather and learn about things close to God's heart. Next year's retreat will be in Boise, Idaho, over the Martin Luther King Jr Day weekend.
Volleyball Tournament (April)
Join over 200 other youth as they gather for a weekend of fun, competition, and friendship. This year's tournament takes place in Idaho on Friday and Saturday, April 13 & 14. Friday-night practices start on March 16. Call Eric at (503) 538-8381, ext 106, for information on how to get involved next year.
Samuel School II (May)
This retreat is designed to further develop spiritual sensitivity and leadership abilities of high school students, challenging them to nurture a Christ-centered lifestyle. Samuel School II occurs during Memorial Day weekend, alternating between the Newberg area and southern Idaho. Next year, it will be held at Camp Tilikum. Participants are selected by the elders for exhibiting openness to the Spirit, eagerness to learn more about their relationship with God, leadership potential, and commitment to the NFC faith community.
Backpacking Trip (June)
Last year's expedition was along the Middle Fork of the Rogue River and up into the hills of the Sky Lakes Wilderness. Planning for next year's trip will start in March. Cost will be $60. More information to come.
Youth Yearly Meeting (July)
Youth Yearly Meeting (YYM) is designed as a leadership training conference for students involved in the Friends Church who have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. The main focus is for youth to learn about and experience Quaker business and interact with the adult Yearly Meeting. During the week middle school and senior high school people meet together to worship. They meet separately to practice Quaker business under the leadership of their peers who fill the roles of YYM officers. This is also done with the guidance of encouraging adults. Participation in a service project, a youth facilitated evening worship with the adults, and a trip to the beach all work together to create a well-rounded growth and leadership experience. Find more information and register online.
Surfside Camp (August)
Surfside is a camp where you can experience adventure and try new activities, but it is also a safe environment where you'll be encouraged to grow in your faith. Class teachers instruct and encourage teens to think deeply, counselors passionately listen to what campers have to say, and group building activities create opportunities to build friendships with other teens. Find more information online  .
Black Butte (September/October)
High school youth from Newberg-area Friends churches gather for a weekend at Central Oregon's Black Butte Ranch each fall to build community and explore ways in which God is revealed in the natural world. The weekend includes two focused discussions, a hike to the top of Black Butte, swimming, games, delicious food, adventure, laughter, and lots of relaxation.
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