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Parents: Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it, Prov. 22:6.  Here at the First Presbyterian Church of Sparta, NJ, we are committed to excellence and integrity in Youth Ministry.  I hope you find this collection of resources useful and don't hesitate to contact us with your questions, concerns, and suggestions.

Visit the Youth Ministries Wiki Page to enroll your child, sign up to serve on the adult team, edit the schedule, or just watch the vids and find out more!

 

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LOGOS Notes
Coming attractions for kids and youth…
LOGOS is our Youth Ministry.  It is a kids and youth program designed to teach all about our Lord Jesus AND practice what He taught in a fun, safe and nurturing environment.  The cool thing is that this program is staffed and run by parents and adults who care about kids and want to pass on the love of God.  If you haven’t signed up yet, forms are available at the Church Office or you can find them on-line at the Logos Team Wiki    See you there!

Next Logos / Youth Ministry is on Jan. 11th

“LOVING OUR KIDS ON PURPOSE” - An opportunity for parents! (Making a heart-to-heart connection)
Tom will be leading these classes on parenting which consists of reading Pastor Danny Silk’s book “Loving Our
Kids on Purpose”, watching 6 one hour DVD’s, and talking with each other about learning to relate to our children
the way God relates to us. Books can be purchased on Sunday mornings or through the Church Office.
From Danny Silk’s introduction: “Welcome to ‘Loving our Kids on Purpose’! This may or may not be new
information to you, but it is most likely a radical paradigm shift. This book will challenge what you’ve come to
know as love, discipline, honor, and your overall goal of parenting. As well, this book will introduce you to a way
of thinking and living that will bring an ease and peace to your family and other relationships.”
Dates: Sundays, January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15; 4:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. If you are not able to attend Sunday
evenings, another class will be offered on Wednesday evenings, January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18 from 7:30
p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Contact the Church Office (729-6197) for more information or to register. Let us know if child care is needed.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE CHANGES
NO CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL ON DECEMBER 28TH OR JANUARY 4TH
NO LOGOS ON DECEMBER 28TH  OR JANUARY 4TH
Current Events     
  • More on the | youth calendar | youth flyer | adult small groups | bulletin

  • Volunteers to help wiht Sunday Schoolcall us at 973-579-9841 or email us at geoff@marketgauge.com or srvbysshe@yahoo.com

  • Confirmation Class News Most students attend Confirmation class during ninth grade, but the class is open to all H.S. age students who want to take an important next step in their spiritual walk publicly declaring their faith in Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.  Confirmation class will be starting a bit later this fall, and will be meeting later in the day on Sunday, so that the class can be part of the new LOGOS youth ministry.  An information meeting for Confirmands and their parents will be held on September 21 at 7:00 p.m. during LOGOS orientation.  All those interested are urged to attend this meeting.  Confirmation class meetings will begin Sunday evening, October 12 during the Bible study portion of LOGOS.  As in the past, classes will center around a Confirmation curriculum that Pastor Tom has refined over the last several years.  Mentors will lead students through the curriculum in small groups.  The Confirmation class year will include at least one overnight retreat in November, and ongoing opportunities for service.  You can contact Peter Kirschenbaum at 973-729-3126 for more information.

Links & Such     
Names, Emails, & Numbers     
  • Youth: Joe Young (973-726-4928) or Bruce Piper (973-209-4327)
  • Tippy, Administration, email or 973-729-6197 x 32
  • Geoff & Susane Bysshe, Directors of Sunday School, email
  • Sandy Poots, Blessed Beginnings Preschool, email or 973 726 7513
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More About Youth Ministries     
  • About Youth Ministries and Activities
  • About our Sunday School Program
  • Youth Music/Media Ministries: Open to all passionate students who are interested in working in the areas of Media or Music ministry.  The students plan, practice and execute the music and the media needs for the PYRO [youth service] and for Sunday night fellowship.  We come together on Thursday nights from 5-8pm for prayer, Bible study and practice.  If you are interested in joining this ministry or finding out more about it contact us at youth@fpcsparta.org . 
  • Our Confirmation Program (future)
  • Physical Resources & Programs: The Sunday morning youth service is in the main hall [Pherson Hall] from 9:40-11:00am every Sunday.  We have worship lead by Water's Edge, a time for sharing and a Biblical message.  Sunday evening fellowship is in the Annex which is located behind the Flower Box.  Jr. High meets from 5:00-6:30pm and Sr. High from 6:30-8:00pm every Sunday evening.  We have worship, a message and time for fellowship and games.  There are many other opportunities for Bible study and fellowship and you can find out where these meet by checking out the calendar. For the Younger crowd [K-5th grade] we offer two Sunday School sessions, one at 8:30am and one at 9:40 am every Sunday morning.  We also have Spark, our K-5th fellowship which meets on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month in Pherson hall.  We meet from 5:00-6:30 for snack, craft, games and a message.  As with all activities, if you have any questions feel free to call us for more info.
  • Typical Annual Activities K-5: Sunday school is offered during the school year.  Spark on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 5:00-6:30pm.  In the summer we offer a fun filled week of VBS.
  • Typical Annual Activities Jr.&Sr. Hi: Regular youth service, PYRO every Sunday at 9:40am in Pherson Hall.  Youth fellowship, Jr. High 5:00-6:30pm and Sr. High 6:30-8:00 every Sunday in the annex.  There are a number of bible study available throughout the entire year.  We also offer outreach opportunities at House of Mercy Mission, Brookside Terrace, and other servant evangelism outreaches.  We attend many concerts throughout the year as well as fellowship with other church bodies.  Our girls are involved in planning and executing a large outreach in the fall to minister to girls who are in many government agencies.  During the summer we have a full calendar of Bible studies, outings, concerts, camps and we send a group to Brazil to minister.
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