Student Ministries

Matt Acton, Director

The Storm

The Student Ministries mission is to provide a place for students to BELONG; teach them what we BELIEVE; and see them BECOME disciples of Christ.

This is the place online to see what's happening in Central's Student Ministries... to learn all about us, and how you can join in. This site is alive, and (generally) current, so be sure to bookmark it and check back regularly to get the latest. Inputs and suggestions for what we can add or improve are always welcome too.


~ ~ StormWatch ~ ~
A Closer Look At What's On The Horizon For Storm Student Ministries
--- WEEKEND OF MARCH 14TH ---
  • The next EYE OF THE STORM [EOS] will be March 18th from 7-9 pm at the Acton house. EOS is for all students interested in helping to shape what happens next in Student Ministries.
  • OASIS happens every Sunday morning at 10 am for all students. Options for this semester include DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE (Confirmation for High School Students), OPERATION TIMOTHY (for Middle School Only), and NOOMA, NOOMA.
  • A new prayer space called THE PLACE will open in the Loft after school for HOLY WEEK. Any students seeking a sanctuary and a place to connect with God, should visit the balcony in the Loft!
  • High School Students, mark you calendars for April 11-13 for STORYLINE: THE HIGH SCHOOL RETREAT! Registration Forms for the High School Retreat are now available! The deadline to sign up in Sunday, March 30th!
  • There are a few new spots recently acquired for the SUMMER MISSION TRIP to MISSION, SOUTH DAKOTA. A completed application and deposit are required to secure a spot!
  • MIDDLE SCHOOLERS! We are still able to use our tickets for the BALTIMORE BLAST game we missed! The new date is Saturday, March 29th! If you signed up and did not get a refund, you don't need to pay anything. If you signed up and did get your money back, the cost is $16! If you did not sign up, but want to go, contact the Student Ministry Office!
  • The next WHIRLWIND [Middle School] is Friday, April 4th from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Small Groups will follow from 8 to 9 pm.
  • The next STORM [High School] is Sunday, March 30th from 6 to 7:30 pm. Small Groups will follow in area homes until 9 pm.

Calendars and Event Info

Parents' Letters, News & Forms

Note: Open .rtf files in a word processor, such as MS Word, WordPerfect or even WordPad. If you need other formats, email Matt.


Photos!

Like the rotating photos here? Suggestions for good ones to add to the rotation welcomed... email Matt or Jeff.


Youth Links www There are lots of links to all kinds of youth stuff here... youth orgs, study resources, ezines, music, events, some Local Schools and Colleges, other youth groups ... even some resources for parents Check them out and send in your additions. Especially blogs or websites by youth in our group...

Do you struggle with internet pornography? If so, take a look at this site for some help...

Dear diary, dear world - an article for parents and youth concerning myspace and other online communities from the Center for Parent/Youth Understanding. See also WiredSafety.org and our Links to Resources for Understanding the Internet.


Volunteers & Leaders
A little about Matt...
Volunteering with Student Ministries
Learn about how you can volunteer with the student ministry at CPC. Make an impact on the future and make some great friends in the process. (also see You might be a youth worker..., Everyday Transformation and State of the (Student) Ministry)
Leadership Handbook (2004-2005)
Information about volunteering with Student Ministries, including mission, ministry values, strategy, environment, detailed volunteer job descriptions, volunteer application, etc. (PDF format, 219kb)

Also see...

Email student ministries at: youth@centralpc.org.
Send website comments or suggestions to: jw@centralpc.org.