Hi 242 Parents,

This Sunday at 242 we will be continuing our EAT THIS BOOK series about having a relationship with God through the Word.  This Sunday night we will be teaching students how to have quiet time and then giving them the space to do so at 242.  Students who already know how will be encourage to share some of what works well for them with other students.  We will also be encouraging everyone to read the New Testament in 123 days and will give them a guide that includes a reading plan.

Here are 3 goals for students in this series:
1) That every student has a Bible that they like and that has good tools for studying the Word.  I recommend either the NIV (New International Version) or the NLT (New Living Translation) for studying the Word.  For study Bibles. I like the Life Application, Study Bible, or The Quest. 
2) That they know some practical tips for having a quiet time.
3) That they have a vision for connecting with God and being equipped to follow Christ through the Word.

Here are a few ideas for you to consider:
Consider if there are next steps for you to take in your relationship with God's Word.  How are you doing on the 3 goals listed above?  I challenge you to consider reading the New Testament in 123 days with your son or daughter.  I have attached a checklist with the daily readings if you are interested.  Another idea would be to see if you son or daughter would like a new Bible; maybe for Christmas.

Next Sunday our SWUGs Chrstmas Party!  Students are encourage to wear an odd or ugly sweater and to bring a mug (for hot chocolate).

There are 2 ways that we right now as a ministry are seeking to put God's Word into action as we care for the oppressed (click on the links below to go to our 242 website to learn more.
1) Benches for Haiti:  $25 buys a seat on a the bench for a child in Haiti!
2) Sak Saum: Great products like handbags, scarves, aprons, wallets, and more made buy women who have been freed from the sex trade in Cambodia.