2911 Students

SuperBowl Party

Griff Servati — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:19:43 GMT

Super Bowl Party! Feb 5, 5pm, watch the big game on the big screen! Games,
contests, food, fun and football !!!!! Girls bring snack item, guys a
2liter drink. Adults welcome and actually needed!

Christmas Party Reminder!

Griff Servati — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:27:38 GMT

2911 Student Christmas Party tonight! Dec 21...

7-9pm at the FLC
Bring a wrapped ornament (we have some extra)
Guys: 2 liter drink
Gals: snack item.

12+ Slideshow and pics.

Griff Servati — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 20:01:11 GMT

Want to download a picture from the game? Click here

Nightgames2

Griff Servati — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:56:17 GMT

We are still on for tonight.....we might have to make some changes to what
we were going to play. But we will be at the FLC. 8-11 come and go.

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Griff and Kristi Servati
Family Blog Site: www.griff.ws
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Kristi Servati: Van Alstyne Middle School Teacher and Coach
Mobile 903.821.2036
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Griff Servati, Minister to Students, First Baptist Church
Bx 447 Van Alstyne Texas, 75495
Office Phone: 903.482.6334, Mobile Phone: 903.744.4263
Student Ministry Blog: www.2911students.com
Church Website: www.fbcva.com
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Panther Playoff Pictures!

Griff Servati — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:09:07 GMT

How to not spend you thanksgiving day.....

Griff Servati — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:07:40 GMT

Okay, we all know what the holiday will be like. Lots of food, football on television, odd ancient relatives with more hair coming out of their ears than on their head, and, between the kisses from over-perfumed aunties, lots of boredom.

But did you ever think that maybe this holiday YOU could make a difference on the enjoyment meter? We know that the tendency is for you to disappear into your own world on your smartphone or portable computer thingy, or just hang with your dopy cousins and be bored together. So, these ideas will help make your Thanksgiving the best one you’ve ever experienced and endear you to your family members.

• Ask older people to tell you stories about their life. What was living on a farm like? What was life like for you during the war? What was it like to use a pay phone? How was being a teenager in those days different than today? Did you really see the Beatles play live? Etc. You might find hidden treasure sitting on your living room sofa!

• Be the designated photographer. Shoot photos of family members – especially the ones you don’t see often. Get everyone’s e-mail address and email copies of your photos to everyone.

• Clear the table, do the dishes, take out the trash – but do it intentionally. Recast yourself as the “Busboy” – you’re trying to BLESS the adults, so take the initiative and get things cleaned up before anyone can even ask to do it. You’ll be amazed at how much fun you can have doing these kinds of chores with a go-for-it attitude!

• If someone beats you to the Busboy job, then you choose to be the “Waiter” or “Waitress.” Refill people’s drinks, bring out more appetizers, ask whether anyone needs anything… all the actions that good waiter or waitress would do to earn a tip – but you do it to bless everyone else!

• If people will be watching football, volunteer to make things a little more interesting. Here’s an idea to try: take “bets” on the game (not just win/lose, but maybe point spread, or will this next play be a run or a pass, etc.) Figure out a way to track the standings of the participants. The grand winner gets his or her car washed by you!

• Organize some Thanksgiving games for the little kids. The adults will think you’re a hero! Here are some ideas:

• Pin the Tail on the Turkey

• Turkey Trivia (You can find Thanksgiving trivia or quizzes online.)

• Create a flag-football game with the little kids that you play in the backyard.

• Play “Marco-Turkey” – it’s like “Marco Polo” that you play in a swimming pool, but you play this in the garage or smaller roped off area. Blindfold one “Pilgrim” who has to tag the “turkeys” (the other kids who are crawling around on all fours.

What's happening over thanksgiving break?

Griff Servati — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:00:20 GMT

We will not be meeting on Wednesday night before Thanksgiving, but we will be having some stuff to do over the break!

Fall Events

« Breakfast during SS this week: We will be hosting a pancake breakfast for students next Sunday morning. We will start serving at 9:45. We will also be joined by the girls basketball team from Mississippi.

« Night Games—Sunday Night, November 20, 8-11pm

« Volunteer day— Tuesday Nov 22, 11-4pm, we need some help cleaning up and organizing in the FLC….community service hours!

« 2911student Art Contest! We want to see your creative abilities in action. Submit a visual art product: photography, painting, drawing, collage. We will have JH and HS divisions, and you could win some cool prizes, including having your art mounted on our walls. Deadline to submit item is Wednesday, Nov, 30th. The theme is “My Faith”. (artwork should be sized between 8x10 and 16x20)

« Christmas Ensemble— A group of students are preparing an song to sing in church on Sunday morning Dec 18. If you are interested see Dennis or Hannah Smith.

« Ugly Sweater Night—start looking now! Dec 14th

« Christmas Party and ornament exchange —Dec 18th

Whats happening Nov / Dec, new stuff added

Griff Servati — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 03:31:29 GMT

Fall Events.....(Updated)

Griff Servati — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:24:31 GMT

Away game? Want a ride, we are going! Contact Griff at 903.744.4263

Dont miss out....because you might if you don't read this!

Griff Servati — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 19:04:11 GMT

*FCA Tomorrow - Parents and 8th Graders invited to join us.*
FCA this Friday morning with special guest speaker Scott O'Grady...starts at
7am. 8th grade students are invited along with parents of HS FCA members and
community members.

*See You at the Pole* meeting this Sunday night at the FLC of First Baptist
Church. This is for JH and HS students who want to help make SYATP happen.
SYATP is this next Wednesday, Sept 28th on the JH and HS campus.

Next two HS football games....I will be unable to drive the van to take
students (Farmersville and Brownsboro)

New Schedule tonight!

Griff Servati — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:20:28 GMT

*New Wednesday Schedule starts Wed Sept 14, 6-7:30pm*

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*Student Ministry 6-7:30pm in the FLC*

New Wednesday night â€˜Timeâ€™

6:00 pm - Concession style snack stand open

6:25 pm - Large group Game time starts

6:45 pm - Worship

7:00 pm - Teaching time

7:30 pm - dismiss

7:35-8pm - HS peak

Concession stand stuff (we have some free coupons available upon request,
contact Griff)
3$ slice pizza, chips, and soda
1$ slice
1$ candy

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*Here is our New Kids Schedule: *

Preschool will meet in the basement of main building for Music and Hands
on Learning Time from 6:7:30pm. Snacks will also be served.

*1st â€"3rd grade*

- 6pm Girls GAâ€™s / Boys RAâ€™s
- 6:45pm Choir (snack will be served at beginning of choir)
- 7:30pm Dismiss

*4thâ€"6th grade*

- 6pm Choir (snack will be served at end of choir)
- 6:45pm Girls GAâ€™s / Boys RAâ€™s
- 7:30pm Dismiss

dropoff and pickup at Portable Buildings (1st-6th)

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Soul Surfer ToNight!

Griff Servati — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 20:30:37 GMT

Soul Surfer Movie night for students at vams cafe from 6-8pm..concession
stand available..

kids launch party at flc from 6-730; carnival games, hot dogs, bounce house,
and a puppet show.

Tonight!

Griff Servati — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:45:32 GMT

Hey 2911 Students! We are back at the FLC tonight at 7pm, it is going to be
a party! We are going to be playing some more table games and hanging out.
How do I know it is going to be a party? I have a big pot of cheese dip
brewing!

Next week Soul Surfer movie for teens....party for children
Sept 14 start regular Wednesday events, new schedule will be posted!

Sports pictures.

Griff Servati — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 16:55:45 GMT

All of these pictures are free to download!

HOW TO DOWNLOAD, DON’T USE RIGHT CLICKClick on the album and then above the pic that you want to download choose “download”, do not right click on pic. Some put them on their phone, myspace, facebook and most importantly send to grandma!

We allow you to get these pictures free, because in that simple gesture it shows the free gift of Love that God gave us through Jesus Christ

Fall 2011 Events!!!!

Griff Servati — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:09:37 GMT

Fall Events

« Soul Surfer Movie Night—September 7

« Promotion Sunday Pancake Breakfast (for church but staffed by student ministry)

« See You at the Pole is Wednesday, September 28.

« Rice Bowl—fill a bowl, feed an orphan for a month! Starting in September, ricebowls.org

« One Month to Live—Churchwide book study

« Night Games - Sunday Night Oct 9th.

« Fields of Faith—October 12 (with Howe, VA and Anna FCA)

« Nerd Night - Wednesday night Oct 26

« Pumpkin Carving Competition - Oct 30

« Ruin Me Weekend December 2-4 with Pin Oaks in Anna.

« Ugly Sweater Night—Dec 14th

« Christmas Party and ornament exchange —Dec 18th

Recurring Events:

« HS FCA breakfast starts this Friday at 7am at the FUMC.

« HS van trips to the Friday night football games.

« Postgame events following home games.

New Wednesday night ‘Time’

6:00 pm - Concession style snack stand open

6:25 pm - Large group Game time starts

6:45 pm - Worship

7:00 pm - Teaching time

7:30 pm - dismiss

7:35-8pm - HS peak

Puppeteers needed: Kids Church is looking for character actors, puppeteers, stage hands/props and media technical types to serve on occasional Sunday’s as well some special events (will include some rehearsal times). This is open to students 6^th grade and as well as adults. Experience would be an asset but many of these areas can be taught If you have an interest in being on stage or behind the scenes during a kids worship production and would like to serve on this team, please contact Kelly Crowell at Kelly@1888crowell.com or call him at 972-977-9910. Meeting this Sunday after church to discuss.

TONIGHT!!!

Griff Servati — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:20:44 GMT

We are having youth tonight at the FLC for students who are in the 7th grade
and above. We will be discussing our upcoming student ministry year, playin
some games, and just hanging out. 7-8pm tonight.

Peak Book Study#8 (Crazy Love Chap 8)

Griff Servati — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:57:34 GMT

Last PEAK of the Summer @ the Crowell's!
Bring something to munch AND bring your PARENTS! That's right, parents are invited. We will be serving up some brisket sandwiches!

Directions: go W on 121, turn L at La Colina. Go 1 mile and turn L on Whitaker road. Go 1/2 mile and the entrance is on the R (1372 Whitaker Rd). Brown pipe fence entrance. Follow the drive up to the house; park to the right inside the pipe fencing. Pool's in back! See u at 7pm!

Welcome to 2911students Event!

Griff Servati — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:53:27 GMT

Welcome to 2911Students Event

A special event is planned for our incoming 7th Grade students on Monday, August 15. Gather at the FLC at 11 am for pizza, games and a session about getting involved in our student ministry. We will head to Hawaiian Falls from 3-9 pm for more fun. (students will need money for HF entrance and dinner, lunch provided)

ATTENTION 8th Graders: We are looking for some incoming 8th Graders to help with this event and share your ’wisdom.’ More information and signup available online at 2911students.com.

Volunteer Hours

Griff Servati — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 02:48:31 GMT

We want to help our HS students keep up with their hours they volunteer. Use this form and the hours will be submitted to an online database. Then at the end of the year we will be report all of the hours that students volunteer. Can you think of any information that I should add to this?

We love our school recognizes students who volunteer as Honor Graduates. To qualify a student needs to complete 30 hours of volunteer work per year of high school. At the end each school year the students must report these hours.

PEAK Week #4, July 20

Griff Servati — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 18:48:09 GMT

We will be at the home of Trey Burden at 5845 fm 121 (Black fence with long driveway
On north side). They have a POOL! Bring a towel and a bag of chips or 2 liter drink….sweets accepted also!

Need a ride? contact Griff at 9037444263

Here's where we're going tonight in Chapter 4 of Crazy Love ~ take 1:47 seconds to get a "taste" of what it means to be lukewarm