ATTENTION PARENTS...

This Wednesday evening (4/1) Dave Lemaire will be sharing his testimony with the youth.  Dave is a part of our church, and he typically serves on the security team on Sunday mornings.  Dave's testimony is quite powerful, but touches on some very difficult subject matter.  I wanted  to  give you as parents a 'heads up.'  I am attaching a link for you to read Dave's testimony in advance.  As always, you are also invited to come check out youth group for the night!  Please let me know if you have any questions.
-Chris-

Read Dave's Testimony here:
Here's our Discussion Questions from Wednesday night 4/1/26
Just for Fun…
  • Should you eat macaroni and cheese with a spoon or a fork?  Would you choose a plate or a bowl?
  • Which is better…A Corner Brownie or a Middle Brownie?
Thinking Deeper…
  • Read Luke 23:32-43 together.
  • Dave had every reason to hold onto anger after what happened. Why do you think people sometimes actually choose bitterness over forgiveness—even when it hurts them? Discuss
  • Jesus showed grace on the cross, even toward those who were actively hurting Him. Why is it so hard to show grace to people who don’t deserve it? Discuss
  • Good Friday looked like total defeat—Jesus suffering and dying. Have you ever had a moment in your life that felt like “Good Friday”—where everything seemed wrong or hopeless?  Discuss
  • God turned the most tragic day (Good Friday) into the most victorious one (Easter). God turned tragedy into celebration.  How does that change the way you see your own struggles or painful situations right now? Discuss
  • Forgiveness is often a process, not a one-time decision. Have you ever had something that you’ve struggled to forgive? How did you finally forgive, or have you?
  • Pray for one another.

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YEAR AT A GLANCE
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It has been such a joy beginning the process of getting to know your students here at Creekside and I am humbled to be entrusted with the task of pointing them towards Jesus.  I realize when a church hires a new youth pastor, there is a natural tendency to think that they are here to work with the teens.  Whereas that is certainly a part of my role, mom’s & dad’s, I want you to know that I’m also here for YOU!  Parenting is no easy task, and as parents you will absolutely be the number one influence on your children and upon their spiritual formation!  As you seek to point your kids towards Jesus, please know that you aren’t in this alone!  If there is anything at all that I can do to support you as you shepherd your children, my door is always open!
Contact Pastor Chris at the church (907) 376-5576 or chris.vansiegman@creeksideak.com
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PARENTAL CONSENT FORM:
In order for students to participate in various youth activities throughout the year, we need to have a parental waiver on file for your student.  You can fill out the parental consent form here for your convenience.
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