Saturday, December 20, 2008

Youth Explosion

Last night was our Youth Christmas Party. Who would have thought we'd have 44 kids show??? Brian and I can't believe the transformation from 6 months ago to now. It's truly amazing what God is doing. Literally, a few months ago, we would have Wednesday evenings/events with 2-5 kids. Now, we always run upwards of 25-30. Not only are they coming because it's fun, but lives are being changed and souls are being saved. Most of our youth group does not belong to our church. But families are beginning to come because of their teens involvement. Praise God!
New challenges arise with the amount of teens we now have. We need help! I realize that is the cry of every church and staff...Please pray for the youth group and for Brian and I to find the help that we need. We are currently running very slim on the adult/teen ratio. It's difficult for me to always be there, as I need to be with Joel. But we do our best to find care for him when needed. Thanks for the prayers!
Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. Ephesians 3:20-21

7 comments:

Liz said...

Awesome, Tara and Brian! That's great news--keep up the good work!

Beth said...

God will provide the adults. Keep praying. Very exciting you guys!

Manda said...

That is awesome guys. Just be careful not to get burned out. Both of you.

Cherie said...

That is amazing! Thank you for letting God use you in this way! I am very proud of both of you!

Danielle said...

THIS IS THE UPDATE POLICE!! IT IS TIME FOR AN UPDATE!!

StiverButterfly said...

Ditto from update policewoman Danielle. You haven't posted since last year! :-)

Tara Stiver said...

Yeah, yeah, yeah...I'm workin' on it! ;)