Dear Parents and Senior Highers,

Dear Parents and Senior Highers,

We want to welcome you to the 2011-12 school year and share some information about Sr. High  Ministries (grades 9-12) here at Lighthouse.

Connections, our Sunday morning gathering, will kick off the school year on the main campus in Room 7 beginning Sunday, September 11. We will be greeting kids beginning at 9:30 AM and will be done around 11:00 AM. The time includes fellowship and teaching and is facilitated by Adam and Kelsey Baydo.

High School mid-week ministry revolves around several Home Groups which are hosted and facilitated by adults who love kids and are called by God to this ministry. We choose to minister to Sr. Highers in this way for a number of reasons. First, everyone – young and old – wants to be where someone knows their name. And, not only their name, but who they are as a person. Home groups provide a safe place where kids can be themselves and be fully accepted. In addition, kids are given the opportunity to observe healthy adult relationships and be connected in a real way to other kids. Smaller groups allow for intimacy, for stretching and growing, and for opportunities to practice life in a community of believers.

We have four home groups that meet weekly - two meet on Wednesday nights and two on Thursday nights. Home groups meet from 6:00 PM-8:30 PM and include dinner, hang-out time and Bible study. Two home groups will welcome incoming 9^th graders and newcomers to Lighthouse: the Smeall/Howard group on Wednesdays and the Kelley/Howard group on Thursdays.

The home groups will kick off the week of September 12 with their regular schedule of 6:00-8:30 PM. Feel free to drop in or visit anytime. The hosts and facilitators welcome parental involvement in a number of ways including helping with meals. If you are interested in helping, just let the hosts or facilitators know or feel free to contact me.

We have attached the current information about the home groups. You can also find this on the youth ministry board in the main floor hallway near the upstairs kitchen at Lighthouse or on our website. Feel free to call me with any questions you might have.

Upcoming dates to save on your calendar – Senior High Fall Retreat – November 4-6 at Camp Sambica in Issaquah!!!!  Cost will be $98.00 per person. Watch for more information coming in September.

We look forward to sharing and growing with you.

God’s blessings,

Lori Harris and the Sr. High Ministries Staff

Director of Sr. High Ministries

(253) 848-2028

lori@lighthousehome.org

School is here.

No more long nights, warm afternoons, and tons of free time. 

Its back to work, school, sports, 

and best of all HOME GROUPS!

There are still activities to be done and upcoming event to be had. Make sure to check here, on the church website lighthousehome.org, and on our Facebook page LighthouseSrHigh to stay up to date and involved. 

Hope that your summer was great, and that you are doing well in your school endeavors.  

Blessings.

 

Summer Bucket List

September 1

Today is the broadway farmers market...
Click on the image above to go to their link to find our more information. 
Head out to Tacoma to get some fresh produce, fun nicknacks, and more for school.
Packing a lunch is so much easier with great fresh food!


Have fun in town and go to the waterfront with some friends... 
Have fun and be safe!

Summer Bucket List

August 31

Wow it is already wednesday... 

The week is halfway gone! 

Only a few more days of no school freedom!

It is a perfect day for some picnic fun! 

Get all your friends together for some games in the park. 

bring some water balloons, a volleyball or some cards and twister! 

Summer Bucket List

August 30 

School is JUST around the corner!

Yesterday you might have gone shopping for some new clothes...

Today is a perfect opportunity to try them out!

Wear your new favorite outfit out to dinner with some friends. 

Make sure you spend these last few days having some fun!

Bring your bible and have some dinner and devotions.

Make it a great day!

Summer Bucket List

August 29

School is just around the corner... 

today is ideal for some back to school shopping! 

We have lots of malls, 

thrift stores, and more!

you might decide that you would like to sacrifice some of your 

shopping money for tithe and offerings at church... 

if so, there are so many places you can get cute clothes

CHEAP! 

Be Thrifty, take your time, and pray about weather or not you NEED 

something if it is pricey...

God tells us in 1 Timothy to not spend our money on expensive clothes.

We know that they are a chasing of the wind and we can do so much more with our money!

Have a blessed day!

Summer Bucket List

August 27-28

Music @ the Heights: Summer Concert Series

Head out to the:

 University Heights Center

5031 University Way N E
Seattle, WA98105

 

 

 

Music @ the Heights: University Heights Center Summer Concert Series is a series of of outdoor concerts for all ages that free to the public.
All music is family friendly featuring a wide range, from beginner to seasoned musicians, to support and celebrate the diverse culture of the University District & Greater Seattle Area.
Music @ the Heights, in partnership with a diverse range of talents, organizations and groups, maintains an environment for all to safely gather, play, learn, grow and succeed and providing opportunities for learning & growth in a historical setting.
All age musicians are encouraged. Music @ the Heights events are always all ages, with a focus on strengthening diversity, culture and appreciation for all ages,

 backgrounds & abilities.

Summer Bucket List

August 26

Take a trip with friends to...

Northwest Trek

This is a perfect time of year! 
Best weather and best chance to see some really cool animals!

Prices are listed below:

General Admission	Pierce County  Residents & Military
Adults (13 to 64)	$18.00	$16.00
Seniors (65+)	$16.50	$14.50
Youth  (5 to 12)	$12.00	$11.00
Tots  (3 and 4)	$9.00	$8.00
2 and under	Free	Free

Summer Bucket List

August 25

Hope you are having a wonderful day! 

Today is a perfect day for a stroll... 

Have you had a chance to pray for someone today?

Do you take time to spend with the Lord each day?

If not, you need to!!!

Take a walk today and pray for someone... 

Let the Holy Spirit guide your prayers and take time to pray for others...

Make a list, or pray as the Lord leads you. 

I love to take Prayer Adventures! 

Strolling around weather on a walk, biking, or roller blading it is fun to 

spend time reflecting, responding, and listening to the Lord.

Have a great day.

Blessings. 

Summer Bucket List

August 24

Today is going to be a great one! 

it is a perfect day for a smoothie... mmm...

Make your own with family and friends or head out to a smoothie shop near you! 

I have heard great things about Emerald City Smoothie 

(and they are easy to find)

Make it a great day! 

Summer Bucket List

August 23

What are you doing this evening? 

If it's sitting in your room bored... Think again! 

Why sit in your room bored when you can camp out?

There is no more rain in our forecast (for a few days) and camping doesnt have to be at a camp ground... 

Make a fort with some friends

  (bonus if it's with your younger siblings)

  

or ask your parents if you can 

camp outside in your back yard! 

Perfect quality time and perfect for spontaneity!  

School is almost here... spend these last few days enjoying your summer... 

count your blessings.

Summer Bucket List

August 22

Its a perfect day for a creativity 

Make Your Own Glass: Bead Making Workshop

Today, 10:30a to 4:30p

at Museum of Glass, Tacoma, WA

 

Flame-worker Keiko leads participants in the art of a unique glass bead with glass rods and a torch. Workshops begin at the bottom of the hour; last session begins at 3:30 pm.

Cost: $38 / $32 members (includes all material costs, instruction and shipping; does not include Museum admission). Suitable for ages 12 to adult. read more

Category: Museums

Creator:  museumofglass

Read more: http://calendar.thenewstribune.com/tacoma-wa/events/show/198477625-make-your-own-glass-bead-making-workshop#ixzz1VmXvYJqx

 

August 21

With weather like this it would be a shame to not go outdoors! 

Its the perfect day for some fishing... 

Don'thave you license, go buy one for 30 dollars at your supermarket, 

sports store, or local tackle shop.

 

This year has some record breaking highs for salmon!  

Everyone is getting Bit!  

 for some helpful tips and numbers for the river click on our link:

Today's Fishing Report

Summer Bucket List

August 20

Have you and some friends or family made it to the beach yet? If you haven't now is the perfect 

time! This weekend is supposed to be some of the warmest weather of the year!

Get some of your friends or family to 

take a little road trip with you to have some beach fun!  

Summer Bucket List

August 19

Lets have an Ice-cream Social!

Invite your friends over to enjoy some ice-cream, conversation and play some fun games...

Make your Own "pin the scoop on the cone" and play some fun summer time games before summer is over!!!  

Summer Bucket List

August 18

 its the perfect time to head up to Seattle, Mt Ranier and more,

for an evergreen escape!

Go get your boots on some hiking gear and contact a guide.

it is one of the most unique experiences there are; for more info visit their website at http://www.evergreenescapes.com/ 

or MT. RANIER TOURS

Summer Bucket List

August 17

 Join the Unicycle club! 

Coyote One-Wheelers invites all ages to join
The Coyote One-Wheelers Unicycle Club performs each year in Puyallup’s Santa Parade and in the Daffodil Parade. Riders meet every Tuesday evening to practice. Sessions are divided in fall, summer, and spring quarters. Fall quarter begins on Tuesday, Oct, 4. Any Puyallup residents interested in the Coyote One-Wheelers Unicycle Club are encouraged to contact coach Blair McFarland at bjm@comcast.net. Unicycles are provided at the practice center for those beginning to learn.

Read more: http://www.thenewstribune.com/2011/08/10/1777889/puyallup-residents-ride-on-one.html#ixzz1VJ3RfrwH

Summer Bucket List

August 15
Today is a beautiful day... one worth soaking up! 
 You don't have to be on a mission trip to make it your mission to do something for others. 

Today is going to be warm. Make some cookies, and lemonade and set up a stand giving them out free!   

put up a sign letting them know its free, and that prayers or scriptures are available too!

Write scriptures on the napkins you hand out for example... be creative and learn how to be a witness to the people in our community. The world needs Jesus.

Make a difference in someone's day! 

Bring some to the park, and set up there or on a corner near you.

It may seem simple, but just giving something away is not the only goal, make sure to tell them that they are loved and if they ask why, say direct them towards God.  

an Example, "I wanted to bless someone today"

Hopefully you can talk to someone about the Lord and share the gospel.  

Pray that God will give you opportunities to speak to others about him, and for guidance from the Holy Spirit to know when to listen, to speak, and what words to say.