Youth and 55+ get together for food and games

On Sunday, May 16th the youth group and several of Calvin's group who are 55 and over gathered together, at the request of the Pastor Ron and the Youth Group, for a time of soup and buns and some games together. 

This sort of thing had been done many years earlier, and I thought it was time to hold one again.  It offers the youth of the church and those "young at heart"  to get together and get to know each other better.  Always a good thing. 

The turnout of those 55 + could have been better, but it was May after all, and cottages and travel have kicked in.  Those who attended had a great time, and want to hold another get together in the Winter.  Hopefully we'll get more of our older crowd out at that time.  Below are some pictures of our time together.  Enjoy! 

Here is the entire group gathered together playing games.

Before working, our stomachs needed filling.  Lots of different kinds of soups and buns as well. 

Yummy!

Looks like the soup was good. Smiles all around.

I think Michael was afraid I wouldn't get him in this picture. 

John listening to another long tale by Olivia.  She can sure spin the yarn!  : )

Ah, yes, young adults.  No, they are not 55 and over.  They are just keen on having a free meal....

(I SHOULD state that I DID invite them, and it was great having them as part of the group). 

After our stomachs were full, we began the work portion of our time together.  Games!!!!!!  My son is actually playing scrabble.   We can NEVER get him to do this at home....go figure! 

This is a game I've never heard of or seen. 

In fact, I can't remember the name of it either. 

BUT, they all look like they are enjoying it. 

This game got pretty intense. 

Domino's

Here Chris and Donna Lee are planning strategy.

I think they won! 

Another game I haven't heard of. 

Triomino's maybe? 

This table had LOTS of fun. 

After a time of playing, it was time for desserts and coffee. 

Everyone had a great time and it was fun to see the generations interacting with each other.  Thanks to those who helped clean up in the kitchen, and all those who brought food.  Thanks to all who came.  It wouldn't have been any fun without you  : ).

We hope to see many more next time.  : )

Final C.I.A. / E.T.M. Event - Bowling

Well, another year of ministry with our grades 7 - 10's has drawn to a close.  It has been a good year of growth in relationship with each other and others in our community.

During the past year we havemet together to fellowship and be challenged in our relationship with God.  We have also:

• done random acts of kindness,
• worked in the Ottawa Food Bank 
• helped out with our church's Friendship Group
• Attended a great choir concert by Redeemer College/University, and
• several have been involved in our latest trip to Peru. 

As our final event of the year we decided to go bowling.  Below are some pictures of the event with, of course, some commentary by yours truly.  : ) 

Enjoy! 

We bowled at Merivale Bowling Lanes.  A GREAT place to rock'n bowl.

Some pretty awesome shoes they offer here if you ask me. 

Everyone just LOVES the computerized screens that allow you to enter in your names. 

"Hey, Pastor Ron, they started without me!"

Well, that's what it LOOKS like Ben is saying to me.  : )

Ken bowling.  You'd think he'd done this before.  What form.  I only wish we could have said the same thing about Rosy.  Let's just say that she has LOTS of work to do in the area of bowling. 

Jeannine being congratulated after getting a STRIKE! 

I managed a few STRIKES of my own. 

Nice smile Makusi. 

Looks like Jonah may need some glasses? 

Megan bowling.  THAT was fun to watch!!!

All our regular shoes, and an interesting pair of rubber boots.

Notice the names on this screen.  Common theme "Face".  LOTS of other interesting names ended up on the screens.  I think some of the kids came just to play with the computer, not to bowl. 

Simon bowling. 

Me bowling.  I think I pulled something on that throw  : ( . 

I'm getting older you know, and it's beginning to show. 

Ben - still upset that they started without you? 

William enjoying the evening out wearing one of his favourite hockey jersey's. 

Janine (middle)  relaxing and just watching the games. 

Jeannine (back right), just being weird. 

After bowling we went to Tim's next door.  We met the parents there.  Here is Peter relaxing and reading some stuff about a cow or something like that that he purchased.  I think he's drinking happy milk now, or something.  I have to talk to him more about that. 

Waiting in line for something to eat/drink.  Apparently this Tim's didn't have much left for the evening. 

Our four youth leaders who do a great job in our youth ministry. 

Thanks for your work over the years.  

I hope it continues for years to come. 

 

We end our time here with a picture of Hannah.  She purchased just ONE Timbit.  All she had money for.  Sad really.   But, at least she's smilin'.

That brings us to the end of our CIA/ETM season.  Looking forward to seeing you all again in September.  Oh, CIA will be going camping in June, so I'll let you know what happens with that as well.  

TTYL