Tonight’s Session is called “Life Together”

To sustain a lifelong journey of following Jesus, we need to key in on one final critical truth: you are meant to follow Jesus in community. Learn how to cultivate a community of depth, vulnerability, and commitment to transformation.

What to expect:

• Arrive @ The Hong’s Home in Varsity

• Activity (To Be Determined)

• Video

• Small Group

• Activity 2 (To Be Determined)

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the Hong’s, bring your friends in Grades 7-12. Contact us if you need a ride from the church to the Hong’s home in Varsity.

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Tonight’s Session is Fun @ The Graftaas’

Most of the leadership is away at the marriage workshop, so Noelle and Nathan will lead the youth in some fun activities, plus a little planning for the week’s taco fundraiser on April 4. If you have not been to previous events, no worries, come and enjoy the fun!

There will be some baking, video game playing, activities and more!

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Tonight’s Session is called “Crafting a Rule of Life”

Transformation is possible, but it’s not inevitable. Learn how to build an intentional plan, or what the early Christians called a “Rule of Life”: a schedule and a set of practices and relational rhythms that create space for us to be with Jesus, become like him, and do as he did.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Activity (To Be Determined)

• Video

• Small Group

• Activity 2 (To Be Determined)

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Bring a snack to share for our snack potluck (Repeating on the first event of the month)

Tonight’s Session is called “HEaling from Sin”

This session covers three dimensions of sin — sin done by us, sin done to us, and sin done around us — and explores four layers of sin we move through in our healing: gross sins, conscious sins, unconscious sins, and attachments. Finally, the session covers our part in healing and the practice of confession. Thought the evening may be heavy with content, the event will be a safe space with options to share or to ponder.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Unwrapping Layers Game

• Video & Potluck Snacks

• Reflection Activity

• Small Group

• Wrap-up Lesson with Pastor Tyler

• Minute-to-win-it-games

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Tonight’s Session is called “Meeting God in Pain and Suffering”

The Practices can expose pain as our soul begins to process and discharge suffering. This session explores the three primary ways people deal with pain (deny, detach, or substance), how unhealed pain sabotages transformation, and how God can meet us in pain to bring lasting change.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Name Your Feelings Activity :) :/ :(

• Video

• Small Group

• Testimony by Jason Hong

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Tonight’s Session is called “The Practices”

The Practices are disciplines that create space for the Spirit to transform us from the inside out. Learn about practicing ancient disciplines that open us up to God to change us at the deepest level.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Sabbath Practice - Cooking & enjoying an instant noodle meal together

• Video

• Small Group

• Service Practice - Supporting the Mustard Seed
  - Bring items https://theseed.ca/urgently-needed

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Excitement is buzzing as the youth group is preparing for this unique adventure. The CBWC Serve trip is not only a chance to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Whitehorse but also an opportunity to engage in meaningful service projects that will leave a positive impact on the local community.

In the months leading up to the trip, the youth will be doing various fundraising efforts as the trip will cost more expense than typical because of the extended travel to go. The first fundraiser is:

valentines babysitting night

Take your loved one out on a date for Valentines Day and leave your kids with us! Donate what you think is best for the youth, whether you’re able to give 25, 50, 100, or more, the youth are happy to watch your kids and work towards going to Whitehorse!

The kids will have a fun “True Love Themed” night. They will explore what it means to love as Jesus shows us.

What to expect (in no particular order):

• Activities/games

• Snack

• Story

• Craft

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Click Here to Register Your Child/Children

Bring a snack to share for our snack potluck (Repeating on the first event of the month)

Tonight’s Session is called “Formation part 2”

Many of us desire to become more like Jesus, but we feel stuck. We need a training program and a reliable pathway to transformation. We find this in the Way of Jesus, which shows us how to intentionally engage in formation.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Escape room part 1

• Video & Potluck Snack Time

• Small Group discussion

• Final clue/ wrap up

• Escape room part 2

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

We look forward to a new series in 2025 based on the book by John Mark Comer “Practicing The Way”

Tonight’s Session is called “Formation part 1”

Whether we realize it or not, all of us are being formed — by our habits, relationships, the stories we believe, and our environment. This session explores the six primary forces shaping individuals: habits, relationships, stories, environment, time, and experience.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Art Pt 1

• Video Pt 1

• Break into groups

• Final review and the practice

• Art pt 2

• Announcments and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

We look forward to a new series in 2025 based on the book by John Mark Comer “Practicing The Way”

Tonight’s Session is called “Following Jesus”

Following Jesus is more than going to church or believing the right things; it is practicing a way of life.  The meaning of “follow Jesus” is rooted in first-century practices of rabbis and apprentices, practices that inform our understanding of how to follow Jesus today.

What to expect:

• Arrive

• Game

• Video Pt 1

• Break into groups

• Final review and “the practice”

• Final activity

• Announcements and home

We hope to see you @ the church, bring your friends in Grades 7-12

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

This is the last youth event for 2024 and the last session for the Eyewitness Visual Bible Experience series.

This event will be at the church.

We will cover the birth of Jesus and the topic of heaven in the final two stories from the series :

Mary: The Birth of the King, read Matthew 1-2, Luke 1-2 and John: All Things New, read Revelation 21 & 22

The night will consist of:

• Stories & Lesson

• Small Group Sessions

• Potluck Christmas Goodies - bring your favourite Christmas snack to share.

• Large group games

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

TIDINGS & TRIMMINGS

Friday December 6 from 6-9 PM in the Fellowship Hall

Christmas is coming and this is an event to celebrate together! The evening will consist of delicious food, visiting, and some optional Carol-oke! (Christmas Karaoke).

Tickets are $40/adult, $20/child (12 and under), to cover the cost of catering, however, we recognize not everyone can afford this. We hope that everyone will be there, so, we are asking you to pay what you can.

Payment can be made by cash, e-transfer (finance@goodtree.ca), or cheque (to GoodTree Christian Fellowship), a with a note "Tidings + Trimmings Dinner." (Note: ticket purchases are not tax deductible).

Carol-oke is optional. D-groups can sign up together, individuals can sign up to be added to a group, or you can create your own group with family or friends. If you decide not to participate that’s okay, we still want to come for dinner.

If you are wondering what to wear, the evening's theme is "wear what you like." Attire of all kinds is welcomed, ranging from festive Christmas sweaters to elegant attire, to casual jeans and t-shirts. Choose an outfit that brings you joy and makes you feel good.

CLICK HERE sign-up to Tidings and Trimmings.

If you have any questions or comments, there is a place in the form or e-mail info@goodtree.ca

This event will be at the church.

We are almost at the end of the stories in the Eyewitness Visual Bible Experience. This week we will be looking at each others stories and experiences in the greater Biblical Story. We will also review the stories we have heard so far in this series of youth.

Read Matthew 28:19-20 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time in the fellowship hall

• Large group

• Small Group Sessions / Christmas Carol Practice

  • Snack TBD

• Cranium with a testimony twist!

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

This event will be a church-wide event where the entire church body is invited (and as always friends too).

We are looking at what it means to authentically love one another through the words of 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

To act on this love we will be packing and sending shoeboxes to Samaritan’s Purse who will then ship them all over the world. The boxes will be sent with the gospel message of Jesus’ love.

Please bring some items to contribute to the shoe-box-packing buffet (Not food, just gifts for the shoeboxes, if you need ideas click here).

This event will be at the church.

In Eyewitness, The Visual Bible Experience we look at the encounter Paul had with Jesus. As Paul journeyed with determination and purpose, a blinding light from heaven suddenly enveloped him, causing him to fall to the ground. In that moment of awe and confusion, he heard a voice saying, "Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?" It was Jesus, reaching out to him with a message of love and transformation.

Read Acts 7-9, 13-18, 21-28 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time in the fellowship hall

• Small Group Sessions

  • Snack TBD

• Large group

• Glow-in-the-dark volleyball in the gym and heart card making.

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

This event will be at the church.

We are looking at what happened when the Holy Spirit came on people following the ascension of Jesus through the creativity of the Eye Witness: A Visual Bible Experience book and through the lens of Peter’s personal experience.

Read Acts 2 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time

• Small Group Sessions

  • Snack TBD

• Large group and Extra Large Scrabble Game

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

The event is extended from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM due to the booking at the trampoline park. Check the youth's e-mail for directions.

We will read the Biblical story from the perspective of James in "The Eyewitness Visual Bible”. The story describes Jesus' ascension (going up to heaven) and his promise of the Holy Spirit, which would enable his followers to spread the gospel. It talks about how both James and Jesus were fearless. We will examine this as we fearlessly jump on trampolines and experience the weightlessness of jumping up to the heavens.:)

Read Acts 1:1-11 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Jumping at a Trampoline Park

• Story Time

• Snack TBD

• More Jumping at the Trampoline Park

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

REGISTRATION WAS REQUIRED BY OCTOBER 16 IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE.

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

We take a look at the story of doubt and belief in "The Eyewitness Visual Bible Experience" through the eyes of Thomas who expressed disbelief in the resurrection stating, "Unless I see the nail marks in His hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into His side, I will not believe."   We will examine “seeing is believing” as we find Jesus in a fun Where’s Jesus game!

Read John 20:24-29 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time

• Small Group Sessions

  • Snack TBD

• Large group Where’s Jesus Game

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

We take a look at the story of the crucifixion in "The Eyewitness Visual Bible Experience" through the eyes of Jesus as he goes through betrayal to the cross. He suffered and died so that we can know just how much the Father (God) loves us. We will reflect on this as we create cross keychains from nails.

Read Matthew 26-28; Mark 15-16; Luke 23-24; John 18:20 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time

• Small Group Sessions

  • Snack TBD

• Large group crafting

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

The "Eyewitness Visual Bible Experience" presents an artistic depiction the final meal Jesus shared with his apostles before his crucifixion. Because of this last supper, we regularly remember in the act of communion. We will look at the story together, discuss communion in more detail, while preparing and enjoying a lovely meal together.

Read Matthew 26:17-30: Mark 14:12-26: Luke 22:7-39: John 13-17 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Supper Preparation

  • Turkey / Salad / Mashed Potatoes / Buns / Grape Juice / Cake

• Story Time

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Drop-off and pick-up at The Hong’s

If you need a ride RSVP by clicking here

(Those who RSVP for a ride meet at the church at 6:00PM we will return to the church at 9:00PM)

We take a look at the story of “Jesus is The Vine” through the eyes of Jesus in The Eyewitness Visual Bible Experience. We explore the spiritual relationship between Jesus and his followers and the imagery of the vine and branches that bring the biblical story to life. This chapter highlights Jesus's teachings about being connected to him as the true vine and producing good fruit in our lives. It emphasizes the importance of remaining in Christ and staying faithful to his teachings.

Read John 15:1-14 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time

• Large Group Session

• Chopping Branches Demonstration

• Campfire with hotdogs, fruit, marshmallows, chips and more…

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

This will be our first event of the 2024-25 school year.

We take a look at the miracles of Jesus through the eyes of the disciples.

Feel free to read Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 4:35-41; Luke 5:17-26; John 2:1-11; 11:1-44; 21:15-17 to familiarize yourself with the passages before the event.

The night will consist of:

• Story Time Large Group Session

• Small group break-out bible study

• A 4-Part Escape Room

• Group Photo

• See | Surrender | Serve Ideas

• Announcements/Prayer

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

Jesus' love rises above and beyond even your highest expectations. It floats while everything else sinks. Peter lived his life close to Jesus and close to the water. We will take a look at some of the stories near the water and what it means to remain close to Jesus.

This is the last “Friday Night” youth event for this school year. We will be out by the lake at the Ritchies home in Chestermere. We will meet in Chestermere at 6:30 PM (anyone who needs a ride from the church please let Angela know 403-560-2688, we have limited space so you must RSVP for a ride). The Ritchie’s address will be sent out in the weekly e-mail.

Feel free to read Matthew 4:18-25; 14:22-23; 16:13-19; 26:31-35; 69-75; John 6:16-21, 60-69 to familiarize yourself with the story before the event.

The evening will consist of:

1. Hot dogs and marshmallow roast

2. Story

3. Lesson

4. Group Photo by the lake

5. Announcements

6. 8:30 pick-up

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun! Invite anyone with kids to register them for a fun night at this Babysitting Fundraiser (by donation).

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

This is not officially a youth event, everyone is invited to experience a fun night with a free concert by a band from Nigeria.

The concert will be in the Sanctuary of 1212 1 Street NW. There is no cost, an optional free-will offering will be taken as a gift to the band.

Invite your friends and family for a night of music.

Jesus had a heart-to-heart with Nicodemus, diving into the concept of being "born again" and shining a light on rebirth through belief in Him. Jesus explains that God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. This passage captures the essence of Christianity - the precious gift of salvation through belief in Jesus Christ.

Feel free to read John 3:1-21 to familiarize yourself with the passage before the event.

The evening will consist of:

1. Pizza and story @ 5 for youth who can make it early

2. Lesson, babysitting overview, and set-up

3. 6 PM - 9 PM - Kidsitting for registered kids (registration closes May 19)

4. Group Photo with the kids

5. 9-9:30 PM - Cleaning up

6. 9:30 PM Announcements and pick-up

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun! Invite anyone with kids to register them for a fun night at this Babysitting Fundraiser (by donation).

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

This powerful story teaches us about compassion, kindness, and the importance of helping those in need regardless of their background or beliefs, showing love and mercy even to strangers. The Good Samaritan reminds us that true goodness knows no boundaries and that acts of kindness can make a profound difference in someone's life. It urges us to be like the Samaritan, to show empathy, and to care for our neighbours as ourselves.

Feel free to read Luke 10:25-37 to familiarize yourself with the passage before the event.

The evening will consist of:

1. Story Time Large Group Session

2. Lesson

3. Small Group Time & Snack

4. Cleaning up the neighbourhood with some prizes for best garbage finds

5. Group Photo with the dumpster

6. Announcements and pick-up

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.

A woman is accused of adultery and is about to be stoned to death, until Jesus intervenes. We will take a walk down to the river and throw some stones into the water. As we do, we will discuss looking at ourselves before judging others. We will also see how compassionate Christ is and build an inukshuk to remember that he has taught us how to love.

Feel free to read John 8:1-11 to familiarize yourself with the passage before the event.

We will meet out front of the church as there is a wedding rehearsal and decorating happening in the church this night (If the weather is awful, we will meet in the Sunday School Room).

The evening will consist of:

1. A walk down to the river from the church

2. Story and lesson on the riverbank

3. Stone throwing

4. Inukshuk building

5. Large group picture

6. Walk back to the church

7. Announcements and pick-up

Everyone in Grades 7-12 is welcome! Invite your friends for the fun!

Contact youth@goodtree.ca for any questions.