Central Presbyterian Church Hamilton


YOUTH FOR MISSION

During the Lenten season, some Christians commit to a form of fasting or they temporarily give up certain types of luxuries. This Lent why not consider giving
to support our Youth for Mission.
The Mark Preece Family House in Hamilton is an independent ‘home away from home’ for families of critical care patients being treated at Hamilton area hospitals. This accessible and affordable accommodation provides hope and healing for families who are far away from their home and experiencing
stressful and uncertain circumstances regarding the health of their hospitalizedloved ones. You can find more information on their website www.markpreecehouse.ca
As a Lent mission project, the youth at Central will be collecting new, personal items to donate and support the families who are staying at The Mark Preece
House. While you consider what to give up for Lent, please also consider giving to this worthy cause. Thank you for your support.
NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, THE YOUTH WILL BE COLLECTING KLEENEX AND TRAVEL-SIZE SOAP BARS



At Central, we encourage youth to be part of the worshiping community on Sunday mornings.
The young people lead in the service with prayers, scripture reading and music.
There is a weekly class most Sundays for Grade 6-8 students, and both Junior and Senior High students enjoy a time of fun, Bible study and worship on Wednesday evenings from 4:30 - 7:30 at Charlton Club. Click here for more info.
During the Summer, the youth are leaders in the Summer Adventure Camp for children.

Special events:


  • February 24-26: ‘Synergy’ for ages 14-19. Click here for poster
  • What: A Youth Event looking Toward Canada Youth 2012
  • When: February 24 to 26, 2012
  • Where: Crieff Hills Retreat and Conference Centre, Puslinch, ON (between Guelph and Hamilton)
  • Cost: $70
  • Synergy is an event for the young people and leaders of the synods of Southwestern Ontario and Central Northeastern Ontario and Bermuda.
  • Register here
  • May 18-21: PYPS May Camp

Link to Presbyterian Young Peoples Society

The following are the focus and goals for our youth as we learn and worship together on Sundays (Faith Finders) and Wednesdays (Charlton Club).

The Grade 6-8 youth’s 3 year curriculum will focus on Growing in wisdom.
In weekly classes the nurture will:
a) make the scriptures real, so that they are able to relate the Bible to life’s difficult decisions, e.g. issues such as self-esteem, peer pressure and cultural expectations.
b) learn about the Trinity; The Father as God above me, Jesus as God for me, the Spirit as God with me
c) learn about the church, as both a current and historical community

Specific Goals: the young people of Faith-finders and the Charlton Club will:
a) be encouraged to develop a spiritual life through prayer and scripture reading
b) have opportunities to respond to God’s call by serving others – a service project in the congregation or community.
c) participate in regular congregational worship through prayers, readings, music, greeting, and collecting the offering.
d) participate in Holy Communion twice a year
e) be invited to discover and participate in the larger church community by attending Presbytery youth events.
f) learn the books of the New Testament
g) become familiar with The Apostles’ Creed

The Grade 9-12 students will focus on Faith for life
Through mid-week study sessions, and participate in regular Sunday worship, students will be offered opportunities to study the meaning of the Christian faith in depth, and to understand what it means to be a Christian.

Specific goals: the high-school young people will
a) be grounded in the faith through the lens of Living Faith
b) be able to grasp and know The Apostles’ Creed
c) know how to navigate the Bible (history, basic structure, order of books)
d) have the opportunity to so own the faith that they are will identify themselves as followers of Jesus and become members of his church
e) learn how to relate faith to life by exploring its significance for relationships, ethical decision making, and other faiths
f) help lead congregational worship through music, Scripture, and prayers.
g) experience the wider church and community through involvement in denominational youth events.

Our church participates in the Leading with Care policy of the Presbyterian Church in Canada that ensures the safety and well being of children, youth and
vulnerable adults in our midst.