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Scripture takes a strong stand against sins of the tongue. God makes it clear that obscenities and impurities have no place coming out of the mouths of Christians. Unfortunately, Christian students often struggle just as much with their words as their

unchurched peers do. Try these approaches to tackle profanity:• Keep a running tally Ask your student to list the number of profanities they hear during one day at schoolor one night of TV-watching.• Tell students the truth. Research shows that people who curse are

respected less in our society and have fewer deep relationships. • Challenge students to use only “prayer” words. If they wouldn’t use the word in conversation with God, then it isn’t appropriate in any other context.

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also give an opportunity for this person to hold you accountable to making things right while they pray for the situation as a whole.

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PARENTS - YOU ARE AN INFLUENCEHave you ever caught your child listening in to your conversation. They’re not just being nosey - they’re learning! That’s right. Learning how to use their words. So how do we teach our teenagers through our actions?

Clear the air. People-pleasers don’t want to rock the boat. This is a major way the enemy gets a foothold in relationships. We tend to bottle up our anger until we blow. If you don’t lovingly confront an issue right away, it will only fuel anger until you confront in frustration. Often, things that eventually become major issues start with bad communication and continue to build. Put concerns on the table soon as they happen. That clears up misunderstandings and opens the door to speedy reconciliation.

Speak less. This may seem like a contradiction to the first point, but sometimes when we’re stressed we tend to be too confrontational. We want

to put people in their place. We often end up in arguments that only contribute to the problem and don’t preemptively lead us to healing. Sometimes the best thing to say is nothing at all. Prayerfully seek when it’s right to confront and when it’s right to be silent.

Stop gossiping. Even if you dresssomething up as a “prayer request,” talking to others about a frustrating situation shouldn’t be your only step. Instead, go to the source of the issue rather than speaking behind other people’s backs. A good rule is to share frustrations with only one person, such as an accountability partner. This will help you release some steam but will

Ways adults can use their words

wisely, especially in tricky situations

THRICEBackground: This Orange County band has never been labeled a Christian band, despite the fact that lead singer Dustin Kensrue is a staunch Christian and his lyrics are often straight from the Bible. Their songs deal with topics such as Peter’s dark night of betrayal, Christ’s invitation for us to take rest in him, and how earth isn’t our real home. The music is as deep and thoughtful as the lyrics. Kensrue recently became worship leader at the O.C. branch of Mars Hill Church.

What Thrice Says: Regarding where he gets inspiration, singer Dustin Kensrue says, “Definitely the Bible; I draw from that a lot. Usually not as the starting point for things, but it is very much where I am rooted. I feel like it speaks to a lot of things.… I’m constantly inspired and challenged by reading it.”

FAMILY FORCE 5Background: This crunk band incorporates punk, hardcore, R&B, dance, electronica, funk, and rap metal into party songs. It’s as crazy as it sounds, but the songs are hits. Three band members are brothers. They’ve been criticized for using almost no overt references to God or their faith, though they do maintain positive lyrics.

What Family Force 5 Says: Regarding the band’s Christian image, singer Solomon Olds says, “They want Sandi Patty all over again. They want Amy Grant.… We want to make music that is for God, but at the same time, we want to make music that people enjoy and that they’re not turned off by.”

THE THREEMUSKATEERS: 3DPG-13

Synopsis: A spirited young man namedd’Artagnan joins forces with threeMusketeers who have rebelled against their order and try to take down the evil forces threatening their land.

Review: Despite director Paul W.S.Anderson’s history of the Resident Evil movies, the action here will likely becloser to the recent Pirates of the Caribbean films —epic action with a few laughs, but nothing too offensive.

BATMAN: ARKHAM CITYThis is a sequel to one of the best games to come out in recent years. The first game was a blast, with a wide-open world and gameplay that was a super-fun mixture of stealth and fighting. The female villains Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy wore skimpy outfits, so if they make a reappearance, that would be the biggest red flag in an otherwise teenage-friendly game.

DARK SOULSThis sequel to the cult hit Demon’s Souls will likely be very similar to that dark, violent action game. The gimmick here is that the game is incredibly hard, and there are no places to save within levels; players die and go all the way back to the beginning. This one isn’t for the kiddos.

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Nurturing students means faithfully helping them grow in their relationship with God

It’s a proven fact - the most substantial and measurable

spiritual growth happens among students who have trustworthy,

accountable, and healthy relationships with either an adult

leader or a peer. Within this context, Student Growth

Groups will be an exciting and spiritually challenging

opportunity for Northside Students.

Beginning in late October, Growth Groups will

meet on Sunday Mornings. Students will have an

opportunity to register for offered courses during the

Growth Group semester. There may be a small fee

associated with the classes to cover the cost of student books.

As a parent, I hope you will encourage your student to see

what Growth Groups are offered, pray about what God would

want them to focus on, and sign up! If a student decides

not to attend a Growth Group, no worries...we have a

Large Group setting in which they can attend. This

will be a co-ed venue with caring adults leading each

group. There’s still an opportunity to be challenged in

their faith each weekend.

What is being offered this Fall? Check out the class

descriptions below and have your student register to join:

Benefits of Student Growth Groups

They allows students to be known

They make students verbal

Allow students to personalize their faith

Encourage accountable relationships

SIGN UP FOR A GROWTH GROUP SR/JR HIGH GUYS

SR HIGH GIRLS JR HIGH GIRLS NEW BELIEVERS

EVERY YOUNG MANS BATTLELearn how to deal with temptation and live life connected to Christ

AUTHENTIC RELATIONSHIPSLearn how to develop friendships with loyalty, support, and trust

TITLE HERESTILL WORKING ON STUDY

Fresh StartLearn the basics of Christianity and discover what God wants for your life

Beginning

Fall 2011

sunday monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday saturday

1Prep for Cafe9 - 11 am

2Breakfast @ Cafe7-11 am

Student Choir/Student Band4:30 pm

3 4 5Student Night5:30 - 8:30 pm

$2 offering for Life Book

6YoungLife7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

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9Worship8, 9:30, 11, & 6pmSmall Groups9:30 & 11 amStudent Service6:00 pmJR HIGH NFL Afterglow7:30 - 9:30 pm

10Laney High FCA6 pm - 8 pmLC Cafe

11Little Caesar’s Pizza Fundraiser Pick Up4:30 - 6:30 pmLife Center

12FIELDS OF FAITH6 pm - 8 pmLaney High

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13Laney JV Football Pre-game Meal4:00 pm

YoungLife7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

14 15SR High NC State Fair TripBus leave campus @ 7 am

16 Worship8, 9:30, 11, & 6pmSmall Groups9:30 & 11 amStudent Choir/ Student Band4:30 pm

17 18 19 Student Night5:30 - 8:30 pm

$2 offering for Life Book

20YoungLife7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

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23 Worship8, 9:30, 11, & 6pmSmall Groups9:30 & 11 amStudent Choir/ Student Band4:30 pmSR HIGH NFL Afterglow7:30 - 9:30 pm

24 Laney High FCA6 pm - 8 pmLC Cafe

25 26 Student Night5:30 - 8:30 pm(Costume Night)

$2 offering for Life Book

27YoungLife7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

28 29 Prep for Cafe9 - 11 am

30 Cafe Northside11 am -1 pmStudent Choir/ Student Band4:30 pm

31Community Trunk or Treat5:30 pm -8:30 pm

OCTOBER 2011

NFL - AFTER GLOW’SHeld each evening at Pastor Shane’s House

6318 Shire Lane, Wilmington

(910)599-2903GUYS BRING CHIPS / GIRLS BRING DESSERTS

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LANEY F.C.A. ON MONDAY’S We are so excited to host Laney High’s FCA group on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month. Students meet in the Cafe/Gym area of the Life Center from 6 pm - 8 pm. FCA is a great place for Christian Athletes and non-athletes to connect and encourage each other to make an impact on campus. Come to FCA!

LANEY YOUNG LIFE Each Thursday Night you can find Laney High Students meeting to learn more about their faith in Christ. Young Life meets every Thursday night from 7:30 - 8:30 pm in Room 206 of the Life Center.

FIELDS OF FAITH NIGHT @ LANEY

Wednesday, October 12 ~ 6-8 pm This is an exciting opportunity students / families / community has to worship together at the football stadium of Laney High School. Parents I encourage you to bring your student to Fields of Faith - an make plans to stay for the service. The special guest speaker is Commissioner Jonathan Barfield complete with student bands and worship being led by Northside’s Worship Team/Band. Make plans to attend with your family and enjoy a night of worship outdoors at Laney High!

IN THE LOOP...Not getting all the details of our Student Ministry events from your Student? Check below to find out more details of Upcoming Activities.

Shane BectonNorthside Student Pastorsbecton@enorthside.org

www.enorthside.org

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NORTHSIDE STUDENTS2501 North College Rd Wilmington, NC 28405 (910)791-6053

Contact our Student Ministry Office today to recieve a free Welcome Packet including an interactive

Student Ministry CD.

Wednesday Nights

6-12 grades

Northside Student Night

Doors Open@ 5:30 pm

Service Begins@ 6:30 pm

Student Pick-Up8:15 pm

Life Book $2

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