Because of You:
(1.)Youth Week 2012 (10th - 15th April 2012) was a great success; really phenomenal in Mgbuoba Zone.
In Mgbuoba Zonal Headquarter Church the Week featured:
Theme Exposition on Tuesday 10th April, 2012
Film Show on Wednesday 11th April, @012
Football Match on Thursday 12th April 2012 (aborted due to heavy downpour on said date)
Dinner on Friday 13th April 2012-- youths from Mgbuoba Zone meeting with Z.S, Rev. Ayoko.
(2.) "Singles and Married" in was held at Mgbuoba Church, Nkpor Church, Ogbogoro Church, and lastly @ Alakahia Church per quarter in 2012. More gists about "Singles and Married" to be posted very soon.
(3.) Valentine Special on 14th February 2012 was organised.
Theme was "Celebration of True Love II"
Your efforts and labour for the Lord were not in vain. He reward those who diligently follow him.
You made these happen, God's grace while at work in you.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Is it Possible to be Peaceable?
By Stanley Oparah
We have to first look critically at the word peaceable which is " inclined to avoid argument or violent conflict, peaceful, not contentious,not quarrelsome, quietly behaved, disposed to promoting peace or calm, freedom from strife or disorder".
In this world of ours, you'll agree with me that no two persons are the same.God made it so and as such we vary in our thoughts, actions, decisions, beliefs and way of life generally. To be peaceable is actually possible but very difficult because of our variations.
Looking at the account and history of our Lord Jesus when he was on earth, he lived peaceably and the holy scriptures makes us understand that greater things shall we do.
In conclusion, conflict causes death, poverty and disease. Stop conflict and save live, peace is possible, YOU CAN BE PEACEABLE.
We have to first look critically at the word peaceable which is " inclined to avoid argument or violent conflict, peaceful, not contentious,not quarrelsome, quietly behaved, disposed to promoting peace or calm, freedom from strife or disorder".
In this world of ours, you'll agree with me that no two persons are the same.God made it so and as such we vary in our thoughts, actions, decisions, beliefs and way of life generally. To be peaceable is actually possible but very difficult because of our variations.
Looking at the account and history of our Lord Jesus when he was on earth, he lived peaceably and the holy scriptures makes us understand that greater things shall we do.
In conclusion, conflict causes death, poverty and disease. Stop conflict and save live, peace is possible, YOU CAN BE PEACEABLE.
Our D.Y.C 2012 ( a poem).
( Dedicated to all Port-Harcourt District Youths)
Like a towering vessel aloft the Atlantic
Comes our rejuvenated DYC
Glowing like the Eastern sun over PH metropolis.
Roundabout me, the December trees sashay gallantly
And cymbals issue the sanctity of vessels
Accompanied with a diminished ninth on the piano.
Melodies emerge like cascades ofspring water.
Surely a new dawn is here;
A dispensation rooted in the divine vine spoken of in our testament.
I have prayed for this rising. You and I have on bended knees
Called on the father's ambience
To grace this conference,
This gathering of strengths, of surge of
Primal veins, of the Cross
Where oil graciously springs forth.
Like a towering vessel aloft the Atlantic
Comes our rejuvenated DYC
Glowing like the Eastern sun over PH metropolis.
Roundabout me, the December trees sashay gallantly
And cymbals issue the sanctity of vessels
Accompanied with a diminished ninth on the piano.
Melodies emerge like cascades ofspring water.
Surely a new dawn is here;
A dispensation rooted in the divine vine spoken of in our testament.
I have prayed for this rising. You and I have on bended knees
Called on the father's ambience
To grace this conference,
This gathering of strengths, of surge of
Primal veins, of the Cross
Where oil graciously springs forth.
Merry Merry Merry Yummy Christmas! --- December, 2012
Merry Christmas to you,
Itoro, Toby, John K., Onis, Nnamdi, Dumo-Wils, Jimmy Sam, Victor R, Stanley O, Isioma B., Evans W., Sunny N., Christopher E., Peace G., Peter, Stephen A., Judith N., Grace I., Samuel "Dramatin", Oliver I., Cynthia S., Chibuzor, Chigozie "COJA", Stephanie O., Amie D., Oluchi O., Ben Y., Bumi O., Folusho "Big Ben" O., Tosin O., Tunji A., Ekoko C., Joshua S., Oscar A., Timothy S., Azeez "Azeeeeez", Gaius, Martins O., Thankgod, Nwachukwu, Bayo A., Richard J., Emeka, Offiri U., John K., Samuel Obodo W., Ebi B., Jenny M., Segun "Baba Shege", Toyin, Mary, Ayo "AY.com", Sarah J., Samuel I.,
And also to :
Amara, Charles, Kehinde, Deborah, Vicky, Godspower, Damilola, Felix, Ik.,
And also to :
Chiburuoma W., Divine A., Peace W., Gift W.,
Also to :
Clifford, Godspower, Peace A., ..... .... and numerous others whom time and space herein may not be enough to include their 1daful names...
(AND A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR IN ADVANCE)
News and Updates for DYC 2012
Departure Point: This will be made known to you in the bulk sms that will be sent this week. Time for departure will also be included.
For Choristers: Persons enlisted in the District Youth Choir shall be sent text messages this week on uniform and other logistics.
By way of reminder: On Thursday, the uniform is a black trouser or skirt accompanied with a longsleeve top of any colour. Top must be corporate wear. On Friday, the uniform is a white top and black trouser or skirt. Corporate outfit.
Quiz: Quiz representative of Mgbuoba Zone should be given maximum support by all Mgbuoba youths.
Football: All Mgbuoba brothers to wear a plain white T-shirt and blue shorts as jersey, and a pair of boots.
For Choristers: Persons enlisted in the District Youth Choir shall be sent text messages this week on uniform and other logistics.
By way of reminder: On Thursday, the uniform is a black trouser or skirt accompanied with a longsleeve top of any colour. Top must be corporate wear. On Friday, the uniform is a white top and black trouser or skirt. Corporate outfit.
Quiz: Quiz representative of Mgbuoba Zone should be given maximum support by all Mgbuoba youths.
Football: All Mgbuoba brothers to wear a plain white T-shirt and blue shorts as jersey, and a pair of boots.
Summary of Activities for Port Harcourt District Youth Conference 2012 (20th - 22nd December, 2012).
DATE & TIME:
(1.) Thursday 20th
12noon - 5pm
ACTIVITY : Arrival and registration of campers
6pm - 11pm
Series of programmes and break in-between
(2.) Friday 21st
Morning till 7pm
ACTIVITY:
Series of activities and break in-between
9pm - 2am
Variety night. Featuring lotta programmes
(3.) Saturday 22nd
ACTIVITY:
Football match
REGISTRATION: #1,OOO ( Nota Bene: Persons who may not have complete fee should endeavour to attend. Zonal Youth Ministry to assist such persons.)
For enquiries, correspondence and contributions contact:
Samuel Izu (0703-239-1498)
Zonal Youth Secretary, Mgbuoba.
(1.) Thursday 20th
12noon - 5pm
ACTIVITY : Arrival and registration of campers
6pm - 11pm
Series of programmes and break in-between
(2.) Friday 21st
Morning till 7pm
ACTIVITY:
Series of activities and break in-between
9pm - 2am
Variety night. Featuring lotta programmes
(3.) Saturday 22nd
ACTIVITY:
Football match
REGISTRATION: #1,OOO ( Nota Bene: Persons who may not have complete fee should endeavour to attend. Zonal Youth Ministry to assist such persons.)
For enquiries, correspondence and contributions contact:
Samuel Izu (0703-239-1498)
Zonal Youth Secretary, Mgbuoba.
Monday, December 17, 2012
A SMALL GROUP AND THE YOUTH FELLOWSHIP
By Onis Sampson
When you get to look at it critically, you'll discover that there's hardly much difference between a small group and a meeting. A small group of 7 or 8 or 9 persons in attendance will have certain features also found in a typical or quintessential meeting. Our youth meetings in Foursquare Gospel Church, Mgbuoba, for instance bears same features as any typical group meeting we may organize. However, we've not done too good in the area of small group. We have downplayed it to some extent, not for lack of understanding of its importance but for reasons of finding ready individuals to lead regularly in those capacities.
Leadership has its peculiar challenges. Discussing with a youth president of a Foursquare church from Oyigbo Zone, he confirmed some of the challenges I faced. I have also discussed with other christian youth leaders on same issue. I have come to realise a major cause of this is the absense of linkages, or a cordial and harmonious relationship amongst these young persons. A basic remedy to this is the small group. In my own opinion, the small group must have a leader (different from the youth president), have an interesting discussion topic and be made up of between four(4) to twelve(12) persons.
Certain things must be done collectively by this group such as:
* Sharing of experiences
* Praying together
* Visiting one another.
A small group should not be de-emphasized in any youth fellowship.
When you get to look at it critically, you'll discover that there's hardly much difference between a small group and a meeting. A small group of 7 or 8 or 9 persons in attendance will have certain features also found in a typical or quintessential meeting. Our youth meetings in Foursquare Gospel Church, Mgbuoba, for instance bears same features as any typical group meeting we may organize. However, we've not done too good in the area of small group. We have downplayed it to some extent, not for lack of understanding of its importance but for reasons of finding ready individuals to lead regularly in those capacities.
Leadership has its peculiar challenges. Discussing with a youth president of a Foursquare church from Oyigbo Zone, he confirmed some of the challenges I faced. I have also discussed with other christian youth leaders on same issue. I have come to realise a major cause of this is the absense of linkages, or a cordial and harmonious relationship amongst these young persons. A basic remedy to this is the small group. In my own opinion, the small group must have a leader (different from the youth president), have an interesting discussion topic and be made up of between four(4) to twelve(12) persons.
Certain things must be done collectively by this group such as:
* Sharing of experiences
* Praying together
* Visiting one another.
A small group should not be de-emphasized in any youth fellowship.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
IT'S NOT THE LOAD THAT BREAKS YOU DOWN.
By Wilson Sokari
Ever
wondered why different people go through the same challenge, with some
coming out better while the others come out bitter? "The load does not
break you but the way you carry it". As you go through life, learn to
consciously work out your victory. Even the bible says "work out your
salvation with fear and trembling".
Ever wondered why different people go through the same challenge, with some coming out better while the others come out bitter? "The load does not break you but the way you carry it". As you go through life, learn to consciously work out your victory. Even the bible says "work out your salvation with fear and trembling".
THE PORT-HARCOURT DISTRICT YOUTH CONFERENCE 2012 IS HERE.......
Annual District Youth Conference is here again. Details are as follows:
DATE: 20th - 22nd December, 2012
VENUE: Federal Government Girls College, Abuloma
THEME: Sanctified Vessels
FEATURES: The Word, Music, Drama, Quiz, Dance, Teachings and myriads of wonderful benefits..
SIDE ATTRACTION: football match.
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