On April 22-23, Camp Milan Retreat Center will host the 2nd 20-Hour YAR (Youth Annual Retreat). This event is sponsored by the Illinois Great Rivers Conference Camping Ministries. All youth in grades 7-12 are invited to this 20-hour retreat.
The event will feature speaker Rev. Sarah Renfro and music by My Anchor Holds. For more information, and for registration, go to the IGRC Website.
Starting on Wednesday, September 16, Two Rivers will begin another year of Wednesday Night Live. This is a free night of fellowship and ministry. It all begins at 5:30 with a dinner provided by a different person each week. Donations are accepted to offset the cost of the dinner, but are not required. After dinner, there are several different music and age-appropriate ministries.
6:00-7:00 Bell Choir practices with director Judy Litherland. This group is open to people of all ages. There is no experience necessary.
6:15-7:00 Happy Hearts dance ministry rehearses in the sanctuary. Constance King leads the dancers, from Kindergarten and up, in praise. Happy Hearts dances in worship on Sunday mornings about once a month.
7:00-8:00 Two Rivers Youth and Kids’ Club divide into their own groups. Kids’ Club uses the Pockets Devotional for weekly lessons and games. They are also starting a kids book club this year. Two Rivers Youth meets upstairs in the Youth Room with Pastor Robb for games and discussion.
7:30-8:30 Choir practice with director Mark Swessinger. The Choir practices each week and sings in worship every Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Two Rivers Church is planning a three-night Vacation Bible School trip around the world. Exploring how “God’s love is everywhere,” the students at Two Rivers will enjoy games, snacks, stories, and crafts inspired by the people of Mexico, India, and Liberia. Kids from Preschool through 5th grade are invited to be a part of this fun experience.
God’s Love is Everywhere will last from 6-8 p.m. every night on Monday-Wednesday, June 15-17. There is no fee.
Fill out this form to register. On the first day, there will still be paperwork to fill out. We will need some signatures of legal guardians for emergency contact information and for release forms to use pictures of kids on our website and print media.
There are new resources for available for kids and youth to enrich their spiritual life. The youth devotional Devozine (combined Devotional and Magazine) and kids devotional Pockets are now available in the west entrance with the newsletters and brochures.
These are also the resources that are used on Wednesday nights for Ywo Rivers Youth and Two Rivers Kids. The Kids Club meets from 7-8 in the Nursery. Kids in grades K-5 are invited to come to engage in the Bible study, activities, games, and play time. The Kids Club Book Club will be starting shortly.
Two Rivers Youth meets from 7-8 in the Movie Theater. Complete with couches, snacks, and games, Two Rivers Youth divides the hour in half with games and discussion. The Devozine readings are written by young people for youth. They provide a stimulating starting point for group discussions.
Wednesday Nights at Two Rivers will continue to meet through May with the following schedule:
5:30 Dinner
6:00 Happy Hearts Dance and Bell Choir
7:00 Sanctuary Choir, Two Rivers Youth and Two Rivers Kids
If you would like to add to the Wednesday night experience by leading a Bible study, or some other small group, contact the church office at 309-788-9384,
CLICK HERE TO RSVP ON FACEBOOK TO THIS EVENT
Two Rivers Youth (TRY) will have an overnight retreat at Camp Milan on February 20-21. The youth will meet at Two Rivers at 7:00 p.m. to attend the Simpson College Choir Concert. After the concert, Pastor Robb and Brianna Pollock will provide rides to the youth to Camp Milan. All youth involved will need to fill out a special permission form for purpose of getting a ride, and staying overnight at Camp Milan.
The retreat will include games, food, devotions, and time for reflection. Youth need to bring their own bedding and toiletries. Outdoor activities will be dependent on the weather. The youth will be brought back to Two Rivers on Saturday evening. The details of the weekend will be available soon.
Volunteers are needed. We are need of one more woman adult who can stay overnight. We are also in need of help with breakfast and lunch on Saturday. If you are interested in helping out with the retreat, please contact the church office as soon as possible.
All youth at this event must have permission release form signed by their parent/guardian. All youth must RSVP either by going to the Facebook link above or by calling the church office at 309-788-9384. We need to know how many youth are coming so that we have the proper amount of chaperones, rides, and food.
A new ministry for all school-age children and youth is starting on January 11, at 6 p.m.
Happy Hearts Dance Ministry will be a chance for kids to express their love of God and the world through dance. Constance King, who has much experience leading dance and fitness classes, will lead the new ministry.
The group will make presentations in worship, and hopes in time to bring their message of love and joy beyond our church walls. The group will meet in the sanctuary on Wednesday nights. On the Sunday before their presentation in worship, they will have an extra practice during the Sunday school hour, at 10:30.
