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New York Youth Convention 2009 |
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“The frogs were EVERYWHERE!” Rev. Stickler shouted from atop the pulpit, hands above his head, waving about. This is actually normal behavior when it comes to the annual NY Youth Convention, so don’t be alarmed. He was talking about the second plague God had sent over Egypt. Rev. Stickler described all the unpleasant details one might not think of encircling this particular plague. It certainly got everyone’s attention and proved to be a fun start to a worship-filled weekend. For those who don’t know about NY Youth Convention, it is two and a half days where youth, ages 12-36, come from all over the NY District and attend two night services, a day service, have the opportunity to join the mass choir, and spend the earliest hours of Saturday morning playing sports and eating pizza at the Rochester Sports Garden.
This year’s day and night sessions were led by Pastor Kirk, Rev. Stickler, and Rev. Brent Coltharp. The anointed preaching was awesome and soul gripping. Young people crowded the altar, giving praise and receiving blessings and promise. Everything about worship was new and fresh. Another benefit of this past weekend was all the good fellowship with friends, distant and near. There were youth workers and ministers of the NY District, including Bishop David Robinson, who addressed the youth at the Friday evening service. And seeing that nothing seems to happen without a measure of humor, Pastor Kirk was awarded with a cane on account of his resignation as youth president. It was quite memorable. After all is said and done (the fun, mingling, eating, worship services, and total lack of sleep), all of the youth group is looking forward to next year! |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 12:11 |
