summer 2018

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SPRING/SUMMER 2018

This summer Portland Christian Center’s Middle School Ministry is embarking on an incredible adventure with its middle schoolers – SURGE! July 25-28 Our students will spend a weekend retreat centralized out of KOA Astoria which includes pirate’s cove mini golf, bounce pillow, giant checkers, swimming pools & game room. The weekend will include beach games, late night activities, a trip to the Astoria Column, worshipping, and growing in their relationship with Christ. We will be checking students in to camp before church on Wednesday, July 25th as early as 5:00 pm. Dinner will be provided and there will be a late night meal as well. We will sleep on campus, then leave for the beach the next morning. Parent pick up is at church on Saturday, July 28th at 6PM (Gym Entrance).

WHEN: Wednesday, July 25 - Saturday, July 28

Register online at pcctoday.com/middleschool

COST: Pre-registration cost is $85 (includes food, transportation, lodging) $50 deposit is due by June 20th (space is limited, so first come first serve) Late registration cost is $100 $65 deposit is due by July 18 (only applies if space is still available)

UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH

UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL CONTINUED

Parent Meeting Wednesday, March 21 | 6:05 PM - 6:45 PM | Fireside Room

Middle School Girls “Touched by Grace” Movie Night

Friday, April 13 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Pastor Aaron and Noelle’s 11795 SW Timberline Dr. Beaverton, OR 97008

8th Grade Guys Lunch Sunday, March 25 | 12: 30 PM - 4:00 PM

Spring Break BBQ

Bring a snack to share!!

Wednesday, March 28 | 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM | Pastor Aaron and Noelle’s 11795 SW Timberline Dr. Beaverton, OR 97008 What to Bring:

Student Choir Tour Auction

• Signed Liability/Medical/Photo Release Form

Sunday, April 22 | 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Gymnasium

• Last Names: A-M Chips, Cookies, or Side Dish • Last Names: N-Z a 2 Liter to share

APRIL Parent Meeting Wednesday, April 11 | 6:05 PM - 6:45 PM | Fireside Room

NIKE Hoop Summit Friday, April 13 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Moda Center Nike Hoop Summit – an annual basketball game that pits the best U.S. high school senior boys against top international players from around the world who are 19 years old or younger in a one game showdown. Cost: $10 each (OR Free if your parent attends as approved carpool help) - first come first serve! Talk with Pastor Aaron to get on the list.

Join us for our annual Student Missions Dinner & Auction! Every dollar raised will go to support our student choirs for their summer missions trips. Auction items include vacation packages, gift baskets, event tickets, restaurant certificates, sporting goods, furniture, household, lawn and garden items, home electronics, toys, service certificates and much more!

MAY

Witness choir members meet in the Fireside Room no later than 4:00 PM

Wipeout! Aquatic Challenge Friday, May 25 | 6:15 PM - 8:25 PM | Conestoga Recreation Center The Aqua Challenge is nearly 40 feet long, 6 feet wide and more than 7 feet high at its apex. It can be an adventure for kids of all sizes, supporting up to 400 pounds. The “challenge” is staying on the inflatable, which requires some concentration to navigate … or get ready for a plunge into the water below!

Cost: $4.75 (In District) or $5.75 (Out of District) Bring: Permission Slip

UPCOMING EVENTS JUNEntinued

UPCOMING EVENTS JULY CONTINUED

Friday Night Frenzy Friday, June 8 | 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Gymnasium

Cost: $5 or free if you bring a friend

Wednesday, July 11 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | On-Campus

The night includes competitions, games, prizes and ice cream!

Church in the Park Wednesday, July 18 | 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM | Custer Park *Parent drop off / pick up at park

Grade Transition Timeline Sunday, June 17 - Preview Sunday (Upcoming grades will preview the next ministry). Sunday, June 24 - Soft Launch (6th grade moves to fireside 8th grade moves to Youth Center.) Wednesday, June 27 - New 6th graders will be recognized at the Witness Return Concert. Sunday, July 1 - Promotion Sunday Official move up date for all grades.

Witness Choir Tour Saturday, June 23 - Wednesday, June 27 | Seattle, WA

Surge Middle School Retreat Wednesday, July 25 - Saturday, July 28 One of this summer’s many adventures with its middle schoolers is called– SURGE! July 25-28 Our students will spend a weekend retreat centralized out of KOA Astoria which includes pirate’s cove mini golf, bounce pillow, giant checkers, swimming pools & game room. The weekend will include beach games, late night activities, a trip to the Astoria Column, worshipping, and growing in their relationship with Christ.

AUGUST Wilson Pool Night Wednesday, August 8 | 6:00 PM - 8:45 PM

JULY Family Night - No Service Wednesday, July 4

Join us for a fun night at Wilson Pool! Two outdoor pools: 6-lane lap pool with diving board and family leisure pool with current channel, vortex, water slide, and zero-depth water play structure are all included at this pool! *Parent Drop off/pick up at pool. Cost: $6 Bring: Swimming suit, towel, permission slip

UPCOMING EVENTS AUGUST CONTINUED Tryon Creek Bike Ride Wednesday, August 15 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM; 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Church Wednesday, August 15 is our bike ride through the hills of Tryon Creek. Students who want to attend must RSVP. There are still a few spots left on the shuttles, but it is first come, first serve. Meet at PCC at 1PM and we will ride over to Tryon Creek. Students, please bring a water bottle, a backpack, your bike, helmet, a personal snack, $5 for dinner and a signed permission slip. After the bike ride and dinner, students will return in time for church on campus. Parent pick up will be at 8:30PM

Church in the Park Wednsday, August 22 | 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM | Albert Kelly Park *Parent drop off / pick up at park

Community Care Day Saturday, August 25 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Robert Gray Middle School Each year Portland Christian Center joins Portland Public Schools and other volunteers in beautifying the campus of Robert Gray Middle School. Project Community Care involves landscaping work, such as trimming bushes, pulling weeds, cleaning walkways and parking lots and spreading bark dust. All ages are welcome, and families are encouraged to work together. Individuals should bring their own tools and supplies. Join us afterwards for a delicious BBQ.

Back to School Night Wednesday, August 29 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Fireside Room

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