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	Youth Ministry
	At Ozaukee Congregational Church, we seek to help young people learn about spirituality in an environment that's encouraging, inspiring, and constant.

	Joyous Journey Who said Sunday School had to be boring? Our Joyous Journey church school engages children from preschool through 8th grade in regular rotations of art, drama and storytelling, teaching the classic Bible lessons through active participation. Joyous Journey creates opportunities for our youth to learn about Christ's life, our church's mission, and each other.

	Junior & Senior Youth Q4 makes Sunday mornings fresh and fun for middle and high school students! Quads + quotes +quizzes + questions = Q4. We begin in Fellowship Hall at 10:00, where 6th-12th graders experience the first three Qs, plus some time for sharing joys and concerns, a moment of prayer, and a look at the day's Bible passage. About 10:30, middle and high schoolers separate into two rooms for smaller group discussion (the fourth Q). Rev. Rob Fredrickson and a team of terrific adult volunteers facilitate Q4, which will meet on most Sundays during the academic year. (About once a month, all middle and high school students will be invited to attend the 10:00 worship service in lieu of Q4). Reinforcing the connections made during church school tends to keep young people active and engaged in church life. Our Junior and Senior Youth Groups provide an opportunity to socialize and have fun, nurtured in an atmosphere that offers plenty of opportunity to discuss the issues that matter in their lives. Giving to the community through large and small efforts is an important part of the Junior and Senior Youth Programs at our church. Creating care packages for college students and raising money to support a child overseas—as well as challenging each other in Q-tip darts and Name That Tune competitions—are just a few of the ways that our Junior and Senior Youth stay connected at Ozaukee Congregational Church.

	Confirmation Class In this church, we run our Confirmation Class a little differently than the usual confirmation program. Instead of a narrow focus on didactic learning of names, dates, and places, we believe that "Christianity is best caught, not taught." To this end, our program is dynamically based. We offer experiences first and then reflect spiritually on the Confirmands' individual learning. This allows for more of an experience of joy and gives the youth an opportunity to raise their own unique questions and concerns. We weave a combination of fun and games, outreach and service, and personal reflection in providing a year-long experience about God, Jesus Christ, the Early Church, formation of the Bible, Congregationalism, sacraments and church membership.

	Nursery Care We provide safe and reliable nursery care for infants and children through age 3. Carolyn Herem has been our Director of Nursery Care for over 20 years and has a loving way with the littlest ones of our church. Other church members assist in the nursery on occasion when needed. In keeping with a policy of safeguarding all children entrusted to us, we always operate with a policy of "two adults." Special Note: If you would like to help out with by teaching Sunday School, assisting in the Nursery or working with the PF kids, please be sure to fill out and turn in your Screening Application for working with youth. You can get an application from Sharon Neece or from the office.
	When you come to Fellowship Hall after Church (hint, hint) starting in July, be sure and pick up the instructions/supplies to make a gift box for the Operation Christmas Child benevolence project. Just pick up a shoe box (or use your own), decorating ideas/supplies, and a list of potential items to fill the box. Take it home, decorate and fill the box, then bring it back to Church in the fall. It is so easy and is a fun project for anyone (or any family)! And what a great feeling to give to children who otherwise might not receive Christmas gifts!




	Chill-n-Chat 3:00-4:30 Wednesdays PF Schedule 7-8:30 in Fellowship Hall Chill-N-Chat and Pilgrim Fellowship have disbanded for the summer months. We will resume in September. Watch for the date and new fall schedule. * * * * * * * The coming weeks will be eventful, to say the least! Here’s a look at all the upcoming events for youth. If you’re going into grades 6-12, or if you’re a collegian, join the fun! Tuesday, July 6, 8:20-noon “READ WITH ME” @ NEXT DOOR FOUNDATION † Read a book to a young child, and help impart the gift of reading! Sunday-Saturday, July 11-17 WCA CAMP @ MT. MORRIS Some have called it the best week of their lives! OCC will be represented on the camp staff by Emily Campbell, Theresa Foy, Rob Fredrickson, Andy Radtke, Katie Radtke, Kayla Roble, and Mikey Scherer. Tuesday, July 20, 4:00-5:30 BOWLING @ CIRCLE B No matter how hot it is outside, bowling is always cool! Sunday, July 25 – Tuesday, August 3 HONDURAS MISSION TRIP Please include our team in your prayers: Susannah Carson, Theresa Foy, Rob Fredrickson, Lisa Millard, Andy Radtke, Johnny Radtke, Katie Radtke, and Mikey Scherer. Saturday, August 7, 9:20-12:40 HOPE HOUSE FOOD PANTRY † Re-stock, re-organize, and distribute food to those in need! Saturday, August 14, 8:20-11:40 “SERVING SATURDAY”@ MILWAUKEE RESCUE MISSION † Looks like we’ll be cleaning classrooms and stuffing backpacks! † = To sign up, contact Rob at 414-688-8991 or rcf474@gmail.com. Details to follow on these late-August possibilities: Mini-Golf at Paradise Brewer game Pre-Season Packer Party Sunday School Classes will Resume Sept. 12 * * * * * * Mini-Kamp (grades 4-5) Junior High and Senior High Camp Sunday, July 11 - Saturday, July 17 Mt. Morris Camp and Conference Center This year, all three age groups will be at camp for a full week! Rob's Contact Info: rcf474@gmail.com * * * * * * * * * * NEW FACEBOOK GROUP: OCC YOUTH MINISTRIES Find us on facebook, and then join the group! This is already becoming one of the slickest ways to stay up to date on the latest news about OCC youth activities. Sixth graders through college, plus parents, advisors, and mentors. . . join in!! Newcomers to PF meetings, please don't forget to download and have your parents sign the PF permission slip (link below). EVENT CONSENT FORM › Permission Slip (pdf)