Student Ministry Blog
Apr 16, 2013 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Events
Dear seniors and families,
Can you believe this school year is drawing to an end? We are just as excited as you are about your graduation! This year we would like to do something a little different to honor our senior graduates. On Wednesday, May 29th, we will be having a Senior Celebration Service in The Loft (A&E 222) from 6-8pm. We will be starting with Breakfast for Dinner followed by a worship service full of celebration for you and your family! We would love for you to ...
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Mar 28, 2013 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Mission
United Mission Week Signups are Here!
It's finally happening. It's time to lock in your spot for United Mission Week this summer! As we've been In the City for the City this year, why not continue by joining in with your neighbors and friends to serve our community! This year is going to look a little different. Both middle school and high school students will be July 7-11, but will run on different time schedules. Both trips are $150 for students, and free for adults. We love ...
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Nov 20, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
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Do you love road trips? Do you love summer camp? Do you love the beach? If they answer is yes, then we're excited to tell you about BigStuf! It's a new camp we'll be attending with our high school students this year in Panama City, FL! Located right on the beach, we'll experience spiritual growth together as we encounter God and bond with our group and other students from across the country. Visit bigstuf.com to see some promo videos. Registration is now open. Your registration will not ...
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Nov 13, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
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Are you ready for the best retreat of your life??!? Are you ready for some awesome music, funny skits, and a fun time with your friends? We would like to invite you to join us at the Planet Wisdom Retreat February 8th and 9th. This year the Planet Wisdom Retreat will focus on the relationships we have in our lives and help us understand what the Bible has to say about those relationships. The retreat is in Irving at Irving Bible Church. We will be staying at ...
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Oct 2, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
It's that time of year again! Time for pumpkins! The Pumpkin Patch is an annual event that takes place here at First Methodist Church Mansfield and is sponsored by United Student Ministries. Approximately 5,000 pumpkins have arrived and will be sold through the month of October. Our community looks forward to this every year!Why buy your pumpkins from the church? All proceeds from the pumpkin patch go towards United Mission Week, a local mission trip. Your purchases will ...
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Aug 9, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
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We will be going to see the Rangers play the Twins on Friday, August 24th. Tickets are $12/each and are first come first serve. To reserve your ticket, please stop by our office to register. We'll meet in the parking lot at 5:30 that afternoon and head to the game before it starts at 7:05. That night is "Firework Friday" so we'll head home shortly after the game when the fireworks are over. You'll need money for food and any souvenirs you plan on getting. Questions? Contact ...
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Jul 20, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
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Are you ready for our third annual KillBall tournament? On Friday, August 10th at 7:00 p.m. in the gym we will be hosting yet again, an epic night of KillBall. The cost is $5/per person. Your team can consist of 6 people and uniforms are highly encouraged, so get creative! We will have a prize for the best one! So start brainstorming and getting your teams together! If you don't have a team, NO WORRIES! Come on up and we'll have one for ...
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May 7, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
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Summer is quickly approaching which means our 2nd Annual end-of-the-year trip is near! June 1-2 we will be traveling down to south Texas to experience the biggest water park EVER! Ok, I'm not sure if that's accurate, but it sure is big. We'll be leaving the afternoon of Friday June 1st and returning sometime late on Saturday night the 2nd. This is open to middle school and high school students. The deadline to sign up is May 20th!
Cost is $75 for students and $50 for adults. This price ...
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Feb 14, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
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This is a very exciting time! You can see light at the end of the tunnel. High School is almost over, and we couldn't be more proud of you!We at First Methodist Mansfield would like to invite you to a few events that will not only celebrate this great accomplishment, but also help prepare you for life after graduation. Senior Bible StudyThe pastors of our church have opened their homes to us for dinner and some wisdom on life after graduation. This is a very special occasion for all of us to ...
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Jan 11, 2012 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
PlanetWisdomPreparing a Generation for Spiritual Greatness.
Our world is changing fast and students are not the same as they were even five years ago! According to the research, this entire generation is more spiritually aware and open than any generation in the last 25 years. The world is being positioned to accept the leadership of a new generation, a generation of HOPE that will see the Great Commission fulfilled in their lifetime. PlanetWisdom has accepted the challenge of ...
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Dec 29, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Mission
UNITED Mission WeekWatch our promo video here!
View the Packing List.Every year, students, parents and adult volunteers dedicate a week of their Summer to invest in and impact communities in surrounding states. These trips not only bring light and joy to those communities but profoundly impact the hearts and lives of it's participants.Studies have shown that the more students are involved in serving their own church and their own communities, the more they're likely to continue to serve ...
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Nov 23, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Events
We can't think of any better way to close out 2011 than with a HUGE Christmas Party! We'll have 3 HOURS of crazy yuletide fun that includes wacky games, ugly Christmas sweater contest, prizes, dinner and a FREE concert by Philmont! We'll also be doing a coat, hat and gloves drive! So bring your warm fuzzies that you are no longer using and let someone else get some use of them. This is for all Middle and High School students and parents on December 4th from 5-8pm in the Loft. Check out ...
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Nov 10, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
This Spring Break we are headed to Winter Park for some fun in the snow! We will be leaving Friday, March 9th and be home before lunch on Wednesday, March 14th. We'll travel again with Arborlawn UMC's students and stay at Winter Park Mountain Lodge, right across from the ski area.
The cost this year will be $575. This cost includes transportation, lodging, ski rental, lift tickets, breakfasts/dinners on the mountain. This is everything you will need except for 4 bus meals (about ...
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Sep 22, 2011 by Johnny Brower
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Sticks and Stones : A Middle School Bible Study All Middle School students are invited to join us for "Sticks and Stones : Exploring Bullies and Mean Girls" a 3-week Wednesday Night Bible Study that will give Middle School Students the knowledge, Scriptures, and tools necessary to combat the culture of bullying that often surrounds them. We'll move beyond stereotypes into the real words and actions that youth face, so that young Christians can interact with others with the love ...
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Sep 14, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
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Beginning October 26 we will be starting a 4 week bible study for high school students on Dave Ramsey’s Generation Change program to educate about materialism and how to handle money God’s way. We will recognize the value we have in God’s eyes and discover that your self-worth has nothing to do with “stuff.” You will also learn the hazards of debt, how to create an age-appropriate budget, tools for making wise purchases, and the importance of giving and ...
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Sep 12, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Mission
It's that time of year again! Time for pumpkins! The Pumpkin Patch is an annual event that takes place here at First Methodist Mansfield and is sponsored by Student Ministries. Approximately 5,000 pumpkins will be arriving on October 2nd and are sold through the month of October. Our community looks forward to this every year!Why buy your pumpkins from the church? All proceeds from the pumpkin patch go towards the student ministry summer mission trips. Your purchases will benefit ...
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Jul 18, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Events
Are you ready for our second annual KillBall tournament? On Thursday, August 18th at 7:00 p.m. in the gym we will be hosting yet again, an epic night of KillBall. The cost is $5/per person. Your team can consist of 6 people and uniforms are highly encouraged, so get creative! We will have a prize for the best one! So start brainstorming and getting your teams ...
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Jul 13, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
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Thursday, July 28th we will be having a church lock-in! This is for junior high and high school students who are wanting to have some fun. We will be in the gym area from 11pm-6am. We will have pizza, snacks and drinks. We will have 9 square in the air set up, basketball, games, movies and more! The cost is $10. If you would like to come, you must be registered. You can click here to ...
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Jun 28, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
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We are headed to Whirlyball next week, July 7th! What is WhirlyBall you ask? Think of a sport that combines lacrosse, hockey and basketball with bumper cars....amazing! We will be meeting at the church at 3:00 and heading to Hurst. YOU MUST REGISTER with and let me know that you plan on coming. We only have spots for 30 people so make sure to let me know as soon as possible if you would like to join in on the fun. Here's what you need to know:
Thursday, July 7th
$20
3:00
YOU MUST ...
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Apr 27, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
Here is our youth summer calendar for 2011. Be sure and save the dates!
May:15-20 - College Misison Trip22 Senior Sunday22 Fuel & Breakaway Season Finale25 High School Mission Trip Meeting June:3-4 Schlitterbahn Trip12-18 High School Mission Trip16 Meet Me @ The Movies with Mel23 Family Drive-In 26-1 Middle School Camp @ GLC July:3-8 High School Camp @ GLC6 Middle School Mission Trip Meeting7 Whirlyball17-22 Middle School Mission Trip21 Meet Me @ The Movies with Johnny28 ...
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Apr 21, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
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What better way to celebrate the end of school than by escaping to New Braunfels to spend the day at America's greatest water park, Schlitterbahn!! We'll leave Mansfield the evening of June 3rd and stay at First Methodist Round Rock (so bring a pillow and sleeping bag). The next morning, after some donuts, we'll head to Schlitterbahn where we'll spend the day. We'll head back to Mansfield that evening. I hope you can join us for the start of an awesome Summer!
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Mar 9, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Mission
2011 College Mission Trip
In 2008, Hurricane Ike hit the coast of Texas. It was the 3rd costliest hurricane in American history. Three years later, as the memory fades, the damage remains. In May, we, the college students of First Methodist Mansfield, will venture down to Galveston to lend a loving heart and a helping hand.
Galveston, TX
May 15-20
$150/person
Register by May 6, 2010
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Mar 3, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
Calling all seniors, Class of 2011!
With graduation drawing near, we are beginning to get the wheels turning for our senior recognition Sunday. Each year we have the privilege of hosting an honorary breakfast for our graduating seniors and their families. On May 22nd, the breakfast will begin at 9:30am in the gymnasium and following will be a special recognition during the 11am worship service, be sure to wear your cap and gown! We also will have a special Breakaway for you guys ...
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Feb 23, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
High School:
June 12-18 (Lafayette, LA) Registration is now closed. You can find the packing list and medical release form here. If you would like a detailed itenerary just email and I can send you one.
Middle School:
July 17-22 (Muskogee, OK) Registration is now closed. We will be having our informational meeting on July 6th at 6:30 in the chapel. We encourage all participants, parents and volunteers to attend.
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Feb 17, 2011 by Lindsey Brower
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Be sure and get these dates locked in for the spring and summer so you don't miss out! If you have any questions about dates or other info, feel free to contact us ...
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Nov 29, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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This January 14-16 the Junior High will have a fun and exciting winter retreat. Wondering where to? It's a mystery! This retreat is a top secret trip filled with mystery, missions, and the answers to questions about your faith. The cost of the trip is $100 which covers all food and fun. You will need to bring bedding, a couple changes of clothes, toiletries, and your bible. We now have registration up and running, all you have to do is go here. You can pay online, or you can register and bring ...
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Nov 17, 2010 by Johnny Brower
Categorized as Events, Registration, Student Ministry
Are you in High School? Do you feel called to be a leader at your school, in your church and at home? Are you ready to experience God with hundreds of other students like you?
Planet Wisdom is where you want to be!
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Sep 10, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
The Pumpkin Patch is an annual event that takes place here at First United Methodist Church of Mansfield and is sponsored by the Student Ministry Department. Approximately 5000 pumpkins arrive at the end of September and are sold all through the month of October. Our community looks forward to this every year.
Why buy your pumpkins from the church?
All proceeds from the pumpkin patch go towards the student ministry summer mission trips. Your purchases will benefit someone ...
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Aug 18, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Student Ministry
What: Junior High Night Out
When: August 29, 2010
Where: FUMC Cleburne
Fuel will be having a Junior High Night Out this month on Sunday August 29th. They will be meeting at the church at 4:30 and heading down to Cleburne to hear an awesome praise band called The Robbie Seay Band. The concert cost $10 and we will be eating dinner on the way too so be sure and have a little extra for that. Not too much, it will just be a fast food meal. They will be returning to the church at 9:30. You need ...
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Aug 11, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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We have a lot of exciting things planned for this fall. Some of them include a back to school kickoff, a junior high night out, an awesome comedy show AND a whole lot of pumpkins! Mark your calendars, you can get the dates ...
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Aug 4, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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What is Killball you ask? Think about the excitement of dodge ball meets the strategy of chess. This will be the first annual FMS Killball Tournament. Have you been thinking about teams and uniforms? Are you ready to show us what you've got? Get excited! The details are as follows:
Friday, August 13th in the gym from 6-10pm
Teams of 8, uniforms are highly encouraged (there might be a prize involved!)
If you don't have a team, go ahead and come up! There will be teams forming that ...
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May 11, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Summer Camp
We are super excited about camp this year. We just wanted to touch base and let you know which camps we were going to.
Johnny and Senior High will be going to Pilgrimage 2, July 12-16.
Mel and Junior High will be going to Navigator, August 2-6
To register, and find all other information about Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center, visit them here.
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Apr 29, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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Hey 8th graders! How about one last ho-rah before you promote to Breakaway? You are invited to join us on a weekend mystery trip. The destination is unknown, the activities are unknown, but the non-stop fun is guaranteed! Registration forms for this trip were sent home from Fuel. If you need another one, just contact The trip will be May 29th-30th, ...
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Apr 29, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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Hey students! We have such an amazing summer planned for all of you! Here is a calendar filled with important dates for all of our big events, trips and activities. So print this out, stick it on your fridge, and remember to save to dates so you won't miss out!
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Apr 8, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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Calling all seniors, Class of 2010!
With graduation drawing near, we are beginning to get the wheels turning for our senior recognition Sunday. Each year we have the privilege of hosting an honorary breakfast for our graduating seniors and their families. On May 23rd, the breakfast will begin at 9:30am and following will be a special recognition during the 11am worship service, be sure to wear your cap and gown. We also will have a special Breakaway for you guys that evening. We would ...
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Mar 30, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
Categorized as Mission
2010 College Mission Trip
In 2008, Hurricane Ike hit the coast of Texas. It was the 3rd costliest hurricane in American history. Two years later, as the memory fades, the damage remains.In May, we, the college students of First Methodist Mansfield, will venture down to Galveston to lend a loving heart and a helping hand.
Galveston, TX
May 16-21
$200/person
Register by May 4, 2010
Get the registration packet here.
Contact with any questions
Packing ...
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Feb 10, 2010 by Johnny Brower
Categorized as Events
Get excited everyone! Invisible Children will be joining us at Breakaway again on April 11th at 6pm. We will be hosting them as they travel around on their Legacy Tour screening thier new video and presenting awareness about issues in Uganda. Joining them is Lillian, a Ugandan advocate who was featured in their first video, "Go." So bring all of your friends and gather with us to welcome Lillian and Invisible Children! There will be food, fellowship and fun! With your help, we can ...
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Jan 14, 2010 by Lindsey Brower
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Redefined Beyond MeWho has God created me to be? Too many of us - young and old - feel unloved and worthless. Too many of us feel like life on earth is hell to be endured until we experience heaven when our time here is complete.
But God tells us something completely different. God expects only great things for our lives, loves us unconditionally and stands forever at our sides. And God created the world with the same expectation - that our lives on earth should be fulfilling.
As Christians, ...
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