Youth
"But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the sovereign Lord my refuge, I will tell of all your deeds" Psalm 73:28
Summer 2010 Calendar
Download our Summer Calendar here so you won't miss out on any of the exciting events!
Refuge - Summer Style!
Most Wednesday nights in the Youth Center, 7-9 pm
On most Wednesday nights this summer (check our Summer Calendar for exact dates) students in grades 6-12 meet for a time of games, worship and a short Bible message. Come join us!
Serious Sundays
Sunday Mornings, 11am-12pm
Sundays during the months of June and August (Sunday School takes a break the month of July) the youth are helping to lead the Splish-Splash Bible Bash program for K-5th grade students. See Mike Sherburne for details.
Backyard Missions
At the core of our ministry is a desire to put feet on our faith and deliver the Gospel to those in need in our community through mercy. Once a semester each small group takes a break from Refuge to serve the elderly residents of Sterling House (an assisted living facility). Additionaly, one Saturday a month during the fall and spring we venture into the community to assist various groups and ministries. A short description of the ministries we are involved with is listed below:
- Brookdale-Sterling House (Alterra) - Assisted Living Home
Once a semester, each small group takes a break from the typical 318 routine to love on our elderly friends in the assisted living home by playing Bingo with them and enjoying life with them. It is a great opportunity for us to love and serve our neighbors well with the love of Christ. It is a sweet time!
- SeaMark Ranch: www.seamarkranch.com
We like to call SeaMark Ranch our local Palmer Home because it to is a children's home. Once a semester, we take a Saturday to go serve and do work projects at the SeaMark Ranch. We also enjoy taking time to go love on the orphans at the SeaMark Ranch. We pray that through our service and love, the children at the SeaMark Ranch might feel the love of Christ. It is another great opportunity for us to serve the local community.
- Samaritans Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org
Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ.
- Christ Church Food Pantry: www.christchurch-pca.org/ministries/food--clothing-pantry/
The mission of Christ Church Community Food and Clothing Pantry is to collect food and clothing and distribute to those in need in our church and in our community.
- Boselli Foundation: Simon-Johnson Community Center, Russel Cook Jr. Community Center, www.bosellifoundation.com
Helping children become champions at home, at school and in the community describes the commitment of The Boselli Foundation. Tony and Angi strive to provide opportunities for all children, especially those with limited financial resources, to reach their full potential. The goals of the Boselli Foundation are to provide activities and programs that focus on character-building, academics and community involvement to enhance the lives of youth in the Jacksonville area.
Summer Opportunities
!!! IMPORTANT !!!
Please have the form(s) relating to the trip(s) your student is participating in completed, signed and submitted no later than the Friday prior to the trip.
STUDENTS WITHOUT NECESSARY FORMS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO DEPART. Please be courteous to the trip leaders and have the forms completed on time.
International Mission
This year we’re adding a new adventure to our summer. Rising 10th – 12th grade students are invited to grow their faith by serving on a short-term mission to the Central American country of Costa Rica. This trip will take you out of your comfort zone and expand your view of God’s kingdom. It will also challenge your heart on how you can serve back home. We will be serving through the mission of Young Life Expeditions.
Registration is now over for this trip. Please pray for us!
Cost: $1500
Dates: August 7-16
Download Christ Church Form: Complete one form per participating student. This form needs to be filled out once per participant for all summer trips including Rock the Universe.
Download Young Life Form: One per student.
Rock the Universe
Get ready for an exciting two days at Rock the Universe! $175 covers transportation, 2 nights lodging, theme park admission, and 2 nights admission to Rock the Universe. We will leave the YOUTH CENTER parking lot at 4pm Friday, Sept 10 and we will return to the YOUTH CENTER at 5pm Sunday Sept 12. Don't forget to bring extra money for meals! Money and forms are due SUNDAY, AUGUST 29.
Cost: $175
Please download the Rock the Universe Signup form and return with payment to Mike Sherburne no later than SUNDAY, AUGUST 29.
Parent Connect
It is a privelege to come along side of you in helping you raise your child to become a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. We hope you will find this website helpful in keeping you up to date with what's going on and informed on how you can find resources and connections for parenting. Please offer us your feedback on how we can serve you better.
Contact Us
For more information or questions, contact:
Mike Sherburne: or 904.262.5588 x 18
Emily Kjellman: or 904.262.5588 x 17