Legacy APRIL Update

Hi Legacy Students, Parents and Leaders...
It's spring! CFL applications are in, school is winding down and once in a great while I get to open the windows of my car and let the fresh air in.

One of my favorite things about spring is Easter. I love being able to reflect on what Christ did for me. This morning I read a short devotional from Max Lucado that I wanted to pass along.

“This man was handed over to you by God’s set purpose and foreknowledge.”  Acts 2:23 Jesus planned his own sacrifice.He intentionally planted the tree from which his cross would be carved. He willingly placed the iron ore in the heart of earth from which the nails would be cast . . .Christ was the one who set in motion the political machinery that would send Pilate to Jerusalem . . .He didn’t have to do it—but he did.
Isn't that powerful? Doesn't it make you feel loved by God?
It did for me. Have a wonderful April!
{Pastor Lori}

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT:
We are very passionate about EVERY student getting a 2-word story T-Shirt to wear during the 40-day E.A.C.H. campaign. This Wednesday is the last day you can order your shirts in the back of the sanctuary for $10 (Bring your money with you this Wednesday!) If you are unable to get a T-Shirt because of finances, please let me know THIS WEDNESDAY, because we have a couple that want to sponsor teens by getting them their shirt, but you need to order it that night. Please don't delay!
Find the 2-Word stories here to choose yours!

Here are a couple of upcoming events for the month of April:
Make sure you mark your calendars!
Monday, April 4- Special Ops Meeting 7pm
Sunday, April 10- EACH Youth Rally
Wednesday, April 13- Starting Point Begins
Saturday, April 16- EACH Prayer Walk at Comerica Park
Sunday, April 17- Palm Sunday
Monday, April 18- Special Ops Meeting 7pm
Wednesday, April 20- Starting Point
Friday, April 22- Good Friday Prayer Service 7pm
Sunday, April 24- EASTER Sunday
Wednesday, April 27- Starting Point

More details for our services and events for April:

E.A.C.H. YOUTH Rally
Second Ebenezer Church in DetroitSunday, April 10th
Meet at New Life at 5:30pm and pick up at New Life at 9:30pm
Get your permission slip HERE
All middle school and high school students are invited to this powerful night of prayer, worship, and teaching as the youth of Metro Detroit rally together on April 10, 2011, to celebrate how God is going to move over the 40 days of EACH.
Local worship bands will lead the charge in worship and an exciting lineup of speakers will challenge our students to get out of their seats and share the gospel. Pastor Christopher Brooks from Evangel Ministries and Pastor Harvey Carey from Citadel of Faith Covenant Church will bring our key messages for the night. Also speaking will be Michigan State quarterback, Kirk Cousins, and University of Michigan defensive lineman, Craig Roh, as they share the impact that Christ has had on their lives.
E.A.C.H. Prayer WALK
Date: Saturday, April 16th
Time: Arrive 8:00am
Location: Comerica Park, Parking Lot
Our prayer is that thousands will join together, Saturday, April 16, as one body, to humbly seek God’s face to prepare us and our communities as we follow Him in reaching people with His Good News and sharing His love through our service beginning Easter Sunday, April 24th.

• 8:00 a.m. – People will begin to gather for a time of fellowship.
• 9:00 – We will seek God to prepare our hearts.
• 9:45 – Prayer walk begins. Rain or shine. We will walk from Comercia Park down Woodward to the Spirit of Detroit and back. Total distance 1.6 miles.

Music will be performed by worship bands from many of our different churches with a special appearance by “Selected of God” choir – you may recognize them from the Chrysler commercial. This is a free event, but there will be a $5 parking fee. Please consider carpooling.
Starting Point
Wednesdays in April and May
Junior High and High School
Teachers: Phil and Karlyn Semlow, Mr. Brian Molloy, Miss Jill Hostetler
We are so excited to launch a new series called Starting Point. Our goal is a conversational environment where people can explore faith and experience community. One of the goals of Starting Point is to help participants find their places in the story. You don't want to miss it!

Re-Cap of March:
E.A.C.H. Training
(Everyone A Chance to Hear)
I know our youth leaders were blessed by the conversations that were had during our E.A.C.H. training this month. If you missed any of the videos or discussions you can find them on our New Life website HERE.
Here are some more resources for you....
33:3 40-Day Devotional and Prayer Guide
Personal Testimony Worksheet
E.A.C.H. Today Facebook Page

Champions For Life Kids' Camp
The Crew
The application process is now complete and training has begun for our 2011 CFL Crew. We will contact you in April about which week you will be scheduled with The Crew. (It will be either Sunday, July 10th through Friday, July 15th or Sunday, July 17th through Friday, July 22nd) Your $60 payment is due by Sunday, May 29th in the Cafe.

IMPACT Retreat
Friday, March 25h
Our Impact Retreat is now over and I have to say a wonderful success (except for the fact that I bought 80 Del Tacos for our "starving" youth and had over 40 tacos left over! My poor husband is taco-ed out!) Mrs. Tracy McAllister will be getting me pictures to post on the Legacy blog soon... keep your eyes open.

Prayer Requests for April:

• E.A.C.H. campaign and opportunities for students to share their 2-word story.
• Spiritual growth in our youth ministry
• Our Legacy worship team
  

Some resources for students and parents....
PARENTING FOR PURITY Conference for teens and parents.

Thursday, April 7th @ 7:00pm
Zion Christian Church in Troy (map here)
Cost: $4 per person, $7 per family paid at the door
Please email Lisa at tomofspm@aol.com if you are planning on attending.
The Value of Emotional Purity Seminar will help parents know what to teach their children in the area of relationships. Teens are welcome - there is no language used that would harm a child's moral innocence. From toddlers to teens, parents must teach their children how to avoid physical immorality, heartbreak, and divorce.  Parenting for Purity provides parents with detailed, step-by-step instructions to help them do just that.

Parenting For Purity Website
Author Spotlight Video

ATF: THE COLLISION TOUR. Mend the Broken
April 29-30, 2011
Breslin Center, Lansing, Michigan
Promo Video Here
"...they will renew the ruined cities that have been devastated for generations..."  Acquire The Fire's "Collision—Mend The Broken" tour is confronting life's collisions head on with a message of hope and restoration to this young generation.
Website with more information

NEEDTOBREATHE Concert
Saturday, April 30th at 7pm (doors open at 6pm)
Spring Arbor University
Tickets: $20 or $25 at the door
Website with more information

EACH Youth Rally

Sunday, April 10th
Meet at New Life at 5:30pm and return at 9:30pm
(We will need parent drivers, so please let Pastor Lori know if you are interested.)
Rally is at Second Ebenezer Church in Detroit

All middle school and high school students are invited to this powerful night of prayer, worship, and teaching as the youth of Metro  Detroit rally together  to celebrate how God is going to move over the 40 days of EACH. Local worship bands will lead the charge in worship and an exciting lineup of speakers will challenge our students to get out of their seats and share the gospel. Pastor Christopher Brooks from Evangel Ministries and Pastor Harvey Carey from Citadel of Faith Covenant Church will bring our key messages for the night. Also speaking will be Michigan State quarterback, Kirk Cousins, and University of Michigan defensive lineman, Craig Roh, as they share the impact that Christ has had on their lives.

Legacy MARCH Update

Hi Legacy Students, Parents and Leaders...
I apologize for getting the update out a day late, but I wanted to make sure to get everyone as much information about March as possible. Can you believe it's March?

Sitting here writing all of you, I am confident of 2 things: 1. God is good and 2. He gives strength to the weary. There is a scripture that has been rolling around in my head the past couple of days and I want to share it with all of you. It was actually a scripture that Pastor Craig Groeschel tweeted: Psalm 18:29 "In Your strength I can crush an army, with my God I can scale any wall."

In the light of last week, please contact me if there is anyone that needs to talk. That's why we have a youth ministry: to minister to teenagers, so if you need that right now, please don't hesitate to let me know. I love all of you!
{Pastor Lori}

Here are a couple of upcoming events for the month of March:
Make sure you mark your calendars!
Wednesday, March 2- EACH Session 3
Sunday, March 6- Mission CFL "The Crew" Student Applications are due
Monday, March 7- Special Ops Meeting "Made To Make A Difference" Session 1, 7pm
Wednesday, March 9- EACH Session 4
Sunday, March 13- CFL Training Meeting #1 for 1st time Crew Members, 5pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, March 16- EACH Session 5
Monday, March 21- Special Ops Meeting "Made To Make A Difference" Session 2, 7pm
Wednesday, March 23- EACH Session 6
Friday, March 25- IMPACT Retreat 7pm-7am

More details for our services and events for March:

E.A.C.H. Training
(Everyone A Chance to Hear)
Wednesday, February 16th- Wednesday, March 23rd
E.A.C.H. is an initiative for everyone a chance to hear the Gospel in South East Michigan. We are very excited to join the rest of the church in training ourselves for E.A.C.H. If you are unfamiliar with E.A.C.H, please watch the promo video here.
If you have missed any of the E.A.C.H. training videos,
you can catch up on our website here.

Champions For Life Kids' Camp
The Crew
Applications are now available for Mission CFL "The Crew" for JH and HS students of Legacy. Each applicant must have been a part of Legacy Student Ministries for over 1 year and must be going into 7th grade or higher. (In the future we would like to take youth from other ministries, but are unable at this time). The camp leadership, as well as the Legacy leadership, will assess each applicant and make a decision on their involvement based on what is best for the individual and the camp.
You print an application here.

IMPACT Retreat
Friday, March 25h
We will begin with the prayer meeting at 7pm
and end at 7am Saturday morning
This year we will be having our IMPACT retreat in house at New Life. We will begin with the Friday night church prayer meeting at 7pm in the Legacy room and will continue with our various retreat activities until 7am Saturday morning. (Please have your parents pick you up promptly at 7am) Dinner and breakfast will be provided. (No cash is needed- the retreat was covered in your IMPACT application fee). Please bring clothes you can run around in and a sleeping bag and pillow if you are planning on sleeping.

Re-Cap of February:
Tent of Meeting Winter Retreat
This year our theme was THE AMAZING RACE and God showed up! There was testimony upon testimony from students who God had challenged to "run the race" and follow the call of God on their life! If you were unable to attend, ask a student who went what God did in their life!
See Pics Here

Prayer Requests for March:

• The Rheker Family and close friends of Jordan
• EACH campaign