Update from the Director of Education Ministries -- Amy Grella - 412-801-3723
Christmas Pie Sale
Bower Hill Youth are selling baked goods from The Pie Place in time for Christmas to raise funds for our summer mission trip. There are pies (baked or frozen), cookie trays, cinnamon or pepperoni rolls, or $20 gift cards for future use. Orders can be placed in one of three ways:
1. Print and complete the order form by clicking here.
2. Order on-line using this link.
3. Stop by the table after worship on Sunday, December 4 or December 11.
Checks should be made out to Bower Hill Community Church. Pies will be available for pickup after church on Sunday, December 18. Thank you for supporting Bower Hill Youth!
“Adventflix” – Family Movie Night Out for Advent
Building off Bower Hill’s “Lent-flix” program from this spring, there is an upcoming public special movie event open to everyone during Advent. The format is different this time around. The movie will be playing at the Phoenix Theatre Chartiers Valley (1025 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA, 15017). Individuals interested in going will need to purchase tickets on their own, see links below. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended to ensure you get a seat.
Tuesday, December 13, 7:00 p.m. 5,000 Blankets (Rated PG-13, 105 minutes)
Inspired by a remarkable true story, when her husband has a mental breakdown and goes missing, a determined woman and her young son set out to find him on the streets, sparking a movement of compassion towards those in need and inspiring a city. Click here to purchase tickets. Click here for the official movie trailer.
Children’s Christmas Pageant December 24 at 11:00 a.m.
Bower Hill is excited to prepare for a children's Christmas pageant again this
year, the first time doing so since the pandemic. The pageant will be performed
during the special Children's Christmas Eve service at 11:00 a.m. Kids will use
the time in Sunday school beginning on November 27, to prepare for it. Older
youth will be engaged to work on props. If you would like to help lead this
effort, please reach out to Amy at amy.grella@bowerhillchurch.org.
Plans for Holiday Sundays for Children
December 25 and January 1 fall on Sunday this year. All worship on December 25 will be on-line (previous worship recordings will be posted again), and the church will be closed that day. On January 1, there will be a regular worship service at 9:30 a.m. However, the nursery will be closed, and all kids Pre-K through 5th grade will start in worship, and then head to room 110 after the Time with Children. The annual “Sunday after Christmas” movie and PJ party will instead be held on Sunday, January 8, in room 110.
Youth Group to Host Hot Metal Bridge Meal in January
The youth group will host dinner for patrons at the Hot Metal Bridge in the Southside. The meal prep will be done on Sunday, January 15, at Bower Hill Church. The dinner will be served at Hot Metal on Tuesday, January 17. Be on the lookout for a Sign-Up Genius, in early January.
December Youth Group Meetups
Sunday, December 4 – 10:45 a.m. in Room 105 Senior High youth interested in going on the summer mission trip will meet to decide on where we will travel. This will not be a long meeting- just want to review options and vote.
Sunday, December 4, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. 3rd-8th grade youth group. We will hold our annual Christmas party and introduce the younger kids to a favorite tradition of the older youth, the White Elephant Gift exchange. Bring a wrapped, silly present (no more than $10 in value) with you (one per person who wants to play) and prepare to have fun. Also, please bring a peanut-free snack to share.
Sunday, December 11, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Senior High White Elephant Gift Exchange and Brunch. We will meet in room 105. Bring a wrapped, silly present (no more than $10 in value) with you (one per person who wants to play) and prepare to have fun. Also bring your favorite brunch/breakfast item to share.
Senior High Summer Mission Trip Update
Save the date… July 1-7, 2023 is the date that youth in grades 9-12 will go on our summer mission trip. Youth interested will meet after church on Sunday, December 4, to vote on the trip location. Check your email for details.
Philadelphia Hoops Fund Update
Thanks to your generous donations, Bower Hill Youth have collected enough to cover the purchase of one portable basketball hoop! A check for $600 will be sent. Stay tuned for one additional fundraising event being planned for the spring. Thank you for supporting Bower Hill Youth.
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