Reading Through the Bible

I am excited to announce that one of our student leaders Dominic Heiden has finished reading through the Bible in its entirety and is starting again this week. My wife, Jessica, and I will be joining him and we will be encouraging everyone in our lives to join as well.

So that means, you and your family are invited to join us as we read through the Bible. Just a couple chapters a day. It is incredible how much easier it is to here Him speak when we are in His Word everyday! Here is the link to the plan we will be using.

If you would like any other ideas or suggestions on how to read the Bible with your family, discussion topics, and creative ways to get into God's Story please e-mail me!

Paul / paul@hopecenter.cc

Christmas in the City

On Saturday December 8th, we will be joining Walnut Creek Presbyterian for our annual event Christmas in the City! This year will be different from previous ones, but we have a lot of fun planned. We will be meeting at Walnut Creek Presbyterian at 6:00pm for pizza and to check in, then walk to the Walnut Creek BART station, go to Union Square, ice skate, get some hot cocoa and return around 11:30pm (probably earlier). What an amazing holiday celebration with friends!

To register: cost is $30 and please make sure that we have a year long permission slip for your child.

Happy Holidays!
Paul / paul@hopecenter.cc

3 Awesome Invitations!

There are so many awesome events coming up for you and your student to experience together that I wanted to highlight them for you:

1. Will the World End on 12/21/12? A Sunday morning class during 2nd service on Dec. 2nd.

Join Paul Scholz in the Generations Room on Sunday 12/2 from 10:45am-noon for some pancakes and discussion around the topic of the end times. This is a very controversial and confusing topic for many, so let’s come together in grace and look into a Biblical perspective of the end times. All are invited! Students please bring your parents. Email any pre-questions you have to paul@hopecenter.cc

2. Community Worship at Morello Hills Church on Sunday 12/2 from 6:30p-9:00. Community Worship is an event where multiple youth local youth groups get together to worship God in creative ways. We have had the wonderful opportunities to worship in January at St. Matthew, March at Walnut Creek Presbyterian, and in August at Hope Center. You and your student are invited to come and worship through the Stations of Christmas with us!

3. SUMMER CAMP MEETING - we will be meeting between services on Sunday December 9th to discuss summer camp plans for 2013! Please come to find out what is going on, give input, and reserve your student's spot!

Paul / paul@hopecenter.cc

Winter Calendar!

Dear Lighthouse Parents,

As the crazy holiday season is approaching, I pray that you and your family are able to have some special, intentional time together. When Mother Mary found out that she was going to give birth to the Savior she responded, “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior” (Luke 1:46-47). Imagine if that was the center of our celebrations this season!

For the next three months, we have some amazing upcoming events and awesome staff.  They are committed to connecting with your student in a variety of ways, both fun and challenging.

The Way I’m Wired devotional will continue through the school year. While there may be some changes in Thursdays and other events, each week students are expected to be in their devotional and then bringing it to Lighthouse. Please help us by encouraging your teen and taking time to have conversations with them about the way they are wired.

Please note some important dates: Click here to see a full view of the calendar http://www.hopecenter.cc/files/12_Winter_Calendar.jpg

• Nacho Libre Nacho Fundraiser, Fri Nov 9^th 6:45-9:00pm at Hope Center. We are having a movie fundraiser for Rancho Agua Viva in Ensenada, Mexico. Please bring your whole family and bring friends for this fun evening.        
• Christmas in the City: Saturday, December 8^th from 5:30-11:30pm. This event will be different than years previous, more details are still being figured out.
• Also stay tuned for our next Community Worship date! 

Do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, I am here to serve you!

Paul Scholz

Hope Center Covenant Church

Director of High School Ministries

paul@hopecenter.cc

916-223-4327 cell

925-685-4673 ext 13 church