Author Archives: billy

Girls’ Bible Study- Ruth 1:1-7

Posted on May 18, 2012 by billy

Bible Study- Ruth 1:1-7 (May 17, 2012) The Main Focus- The Power of Choice Introduction- Choices fill every day of our lives. Am I going to wear this? Eat that? Date so-and-so? Follow what my teacher or mama said? Some … Continue reading →

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Cinco de Mayo 2012

Posted on May 9, 2012 by billy

Thanks to all who came out and enjoyed the Cinco de Mayo fiesta! We all had a great time. Thanks to Jason and ONC for the music, Mr. Faz and the Larry Johnson Center, and Chad again for the pictures. … Continue reading →

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Girls Camping Trip

Posted on May 2, 2012 by billy

Thanks to all who contributed pictures and came to support!

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Boys Camping Trip

Posted on April 25, 2012 by billy

Big shout to Chad for taking these pics and thanks to all who came and made this a special weekend! We had a great time.

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Mentoring and Legalism

Posted on April 25, 2012 by billy

Mentors, I recently read a great article that gets to the heart of not only ministering to youth but is also applicable to mentoring and specifically gospel driven mentoring. It addresses a common pitfall many working with youth fall into. Legalism. … Continue reading →

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Monthly & Quarterly Contact

Posted on April 11, 2012 by billy

It’s that time of month: time for our mentors to fill out their monthly or quarterly contact forms! A time when many mentors may say: ‘Another email to respond to??’ Or get really excited to share their heart regarding all … Continue reading →

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Bible Study- John 2:1-12 (3/31/12)

Posted on April 10, 2012 by billy

Introduction: God’s miracles are not for us to be impressed but for us to believe in Him. To trust that He is who He says He is. Jesus displays His first miracle and the response is worship and belief. His … Continue reading →

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STAAR Test

Posted on March 22, 2012 by billy

Standardized testing: two words that can strike fear into the heart of any child. However, with the new test they’re rolling out this year, the STAAR test, there is great fear not only among the children, but also among the … Continue reading →

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Bible Study- Following Jesus- John 1:35-42 (3/17/12)

Posted on March 19, 2012 by billy

The Main Focus: Following Jesus Introduction: As we step back into the book of John we see Jesus calling His first disciples, or followers. Following a teacher in that day was a big deal and people would take it very … Continue reading →

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Big Picture: Consummation (3/10/12)

Posted on March 15, 2012 by billy

The Main Focus: Consummation Introduction: In the final major scene of God’s story we see God bring an end to sin and death and usher in a new heaven and new earth. All that we see passes away and eternity … Continue reading →