http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/gbyb.php en http://backend.userland.com/rss092 http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/8/PURE-event-Wed-Nov-19-79pm ]]> http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/7/HALLOWEEN-BASH-WED-Oct-29th-630pm - if there is a sibling the cost is only 15$ for the second teen We will meet and leave the church at 11 am on Thursday (Oct. 16 ) return on Saturday (Oct. 18 ) at round 4 pm What to bring: It may get chilly up there, please be sure to bring a sufficient amount of warm clothes. Money for lunch on the way up and way back; medical release form; Bible; sleeping bag; pillow; coat; toiletries; towel; several change of clothes (warm); camera (not attached to a phone). What not to bring: Remember - the retreat rules state that no one bring cell phones or mp3 players of any kind. The purpose is to get away and focus on God. Tell your parents that leaders and sponsors will have phones in case parents need to contact the teen. There are no exceptions to the rule. In the past, phones and mp3 players have been stolen or lost and usually just create distractions. YOU MUST HAVE THE MEDICAL INFO AND MONEY IN BY WED. OCT. 15TH!!! PLEASE TELL YOUR PARENTS TO USE CASH OR MAKE A CHECK OUT TO MSYC (Minnesota state youth committee) - DO NOT MAKE THE CHECK OUT TO GRACE BAPTIST OR PASTOR BRETT!!! This is going to be a blast and you don't want to miss it!! you can download from the attachment the permission slip You need to tell Pastor Brett if you are coming - no one can just show up on 10-16 (I have to arrange rides) PB 434-7479]]> http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/6/CAMP-JIM-FALL-RETREAT-OCT-1618 ATTACHED IS A PDF OF THE PARENTAL PERMISSION SLIP THAT YOU MUST HAVE!!!!!! Contact PB brettwilliams1@gmail.com 434-7479 ]]> http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/5/YMCA-OVERNIGHTER-SEPT-2627TH ]]> http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/4/MOA-ACTIVITY-Sept-13-this-Sat-8am7pm , paint faces, pass out and consume candy, etc. This will also be the official start for the youth group school year. We are having some great Wed. nights this year (including the first annual SPAM carving contest [Sept. 17], special speakers, and more). Don’t forget – it starts at 6:00 (not 6:30 like usual) Invite your friends!!! Let me know if you can help. PB 434-7479 brettwilliams1@gmail.com ]]> http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/3/AWANA-KickOFF-Night Thursday - Sat. Oct. 16-18th - CAMP JIM Fall Retreat!! - I will give you more info but it looks to be a great year!! Also, we are planning on a Halloween bash the weekend of Halloween!! Don't miss it! PB 434-7479 or brettwilliams1@gmail.com ]]> http://www.gracebaptistaustinmn.org/youthblog/post/gbyb/2/War-Games-Friday-Aug-22-730-pm