REDBARN YOUTH MINISTRY

The Youth Ministry of Calvary Chapel San Bernardino, known as Redbarn Youth (RBY) designed for for Junior and Senior High students. Teaching Jesus' truth and being real is what RBY is about. The goal of redbarn youth is to see the gospel multiplied in the lives of youth through winning them to Christ, building them up in Christ, and equipping them to be ready every day to live for Christ. This takes place as young people discover what Christ has done for them and in turn, out of love and gratitude, choose to live for Him. In order for winning, building, and equipping to happen, a strategy to succeed must be in place. We believe that this strategy includes regular prayer, the teaching of God's Word, worship, fellowship, and ministering to others.

Redbarn youth is led by Pastor Chris Amaro and meets every Thursday night at 7:15 pm at the Redbarn.

Join us as we worship and grow together.

Chris Amaro
Youth Pastor of Redbarn Youth
church office 909.381.5353
mobil 909.633.8713
chrisamaro@adelphia.net

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Upcoming Events:

3/5-3/9 Week of Prayer 7-8p

3/10 RBY Lazar Tag @ Greenspot meet @ 3:30 $15

3/17 RBY Car Wash @ Carl’s Jr on Highland 10a-2p

3/22 Box Night @ RBY

3/30-4/5 RBY Mission 2 Mexico

A look ahead..

March 31 - April 5 2007 - RBY Mission to Mexico

If you are praying about going to Mexico for spring break, you will NEED to have a passport. You should begin the process as soon as possible. This mission trip is open to all of RBY and all RBY Leaders

Check out this site for more 411 @ http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

July 8 - July 12 - Jr High Summer Camp
This is Sunday thru Thursday for in coming 7th graders and 8th graders

July 29 - Aug 2 - Hi School Summer Camp
This is Sunday thru Thursday for in coming 9th graders thru out going 12 th graders

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Thoughts from the heart of Pastor Chris

"But we were gentle among you, just as a nursing mother cherishes her own children." - 1 Thessalonians 2:7

Amazing! That Paul, being a man, would use the picture of a nursing mother to describe himself. Why not? When you think of gentleness do you think of a mechanic or a sailor or someone riding a motorcycle? Of course not! But a nursing mother is the perfect picture of gentleness. She imparts herself to that child as she nourishes. She "cherishes" which means to warm with body heat. A mother holds her child close to her and is so gentle with her baby that the baby often times will fall asleep there in the mother's arms. The baby's cares and concerns are laid to rest. Though this is a challenge to all I would like to direct it to those of us who are parents. Do you have a challenging child at home who you feel like giving up on at times? Inpart yourself to them. Hold them so close and tight that you warm them with your own body heat. In so doing you will see that the cares and worries of their troubled heart will be laid to rest.

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"So, affectionately longing for you, we were well pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God, but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us." - 1 Thessalonians 2:8

Parents (especially Dads).

Note the language that is used here, "affectionately longing" and "dear to us". The motivation clearly is love. Why did I have children? Free slave labor? To get me a drink when I'm thirsty and can't get up off of the couch? My kids must know that I love them. I must tell them daily. I must show them by being affectionate. Yes, this does mean that I hug, caress, and kiss them often. Even my son. It is comforting and satisfying to my children to know that dad loves them and as a result will provide for them and do what is best for them. I want my children to know that they are dear to me. Every evening at bed time each of my kids receives from me a secret concerning my love for them and how special they are to me. I encourage you to show and tell your kids daily how much you love them. Show them that they are dear to you and that you affectionately long for them. If you don't, someone else will!

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So, affectionately longing for you, we were well pleased to impart to you not only the gospel of God, but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us. - 1 Thessalonians 2:8

Is the Gospel enough for my kids? ABSOLUTELY NOT! The gospel is a necessity for their salvation but it must be coupled with my own life if I am to raise healthy children. "Impart" carries with it the idea of sharing fully. I am to share ALL of me as I share ALL of the gospel. I need to live a transparent life before my kids. My children appreciate my openness and honesty with them. Nothing is more disheartening than a coach who screams out commands from the sidelines but won't get on the field to instruct the team.

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"For you remember, brethern, our labor and toil; for laboring night and day, that we might not be a burden to any of you, we preached to you the gospel of God." - 1 Thessalonians 2:9

Hard work is an endangered species. Thank God for those parents who are an example to their children of integrity when it comes to work. Keep up the good work but don't stop there. Let's help our children to discover the joy of doing your best and staying at the task until the job is done and done well. Let's teach them the three D's: Diligence, Devotion and Dedication, so that our children "might not be a burden to any of you" but will be both blessed and a burden.

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For you remember, brethern, our labor and toil; for laboring night and day, that we might not be a burden to any of you, we preached to you the gospel of God. You are witnesses, and God also, how devoutly and justly and blamelessly we behaved ourselves among you who believe; - 1 Thessalonians 2:9-10

"We preached", "we believed". Authenticity! Dad, are you setting the pace spiritually in your home? Do your kids see authentic Christianity in action or hypocrisy? Our kids see right through us and they are hungry for something real. My kids want me to lead them. Dad should be the one who hungers and thirsts for righteousness more than anyone else (including Mom). Don't leave it to your wife. God has given YOU the great privilege of leading the family. Be authentic! Your family will follow and love you for it!

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For you remember, brethern, our labor and toil; for laboring night and day, that we might not be a burden to any of you, we preached to you the gospel of God. - 1 Thessalonians 2:9

"...that we might not be a burden". I want to be a blessing and not a burden to my kids. I don't want my kids to feel like they have been born into slavery. So, I can get my own drink from the kitchen or the T.V. remote or the tool I need from the garage and I can clean up after myself. I do require much from my kids, though some might think not enough, but to be a blessing and not a burden to them is my goal. With that in mind I want my kids to enjoy life and to laugh as much as possible and I need to do everything I can to encourage that.

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Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. - 3 John 1:2

Did you catch that? The spiritual condition of the soul is the standard. It is exciting for me as a dad to see my children excel in the classroom or in sports. However, to accomplish great things in these areas and yet not see their soul prosper would be a tragedy. God help me that, as their dad, as their leader, I would encourage and nurture the spiritual life of my children so that the condition of their soul would be the standard for everything else in life.

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For I rejoiced greatly when brethren came and testified of the truth that is in you, just as you walk in the truth.- 3 John 3

Good grades in school are extremely important for my children. But even more important to me is their behavior. How are they conducting themselves in class? Are they being a blessing to the teacher and the other students? Are they putting into practice the things I am teaching them at home thus being a witness to the world? If my children get good grades yet behave poorly rhen I have failed to encourage them in what matters most, walking in the truth.

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Beloved, you do faithfully whatever you do for the brethern and for strangers.- 3 John 1:5

In meetings with Sunday school teachers, school teachers, coaches or family friends who have spent time with my children I always ask, "How are they?" What I am trying to find out is how do they treat the person in charge and the other kids involved. Are they respectful, loving and helpful to everyone they come into contact with whether brethern or stranger? When they are, it is a witness to the blessing and work of God in our family. Teach your children to serve others faithfully and in so doing they will become lights in this dark world. Philippians 2:14-15

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