Middle School
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Not everything you see on social media is perfect....
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Parents' Guide for Safe YouTube and Internet Streaming for Kids
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Our middle school students will learn about how to keep themselves safe while using the internet. There are so many new apps daily and staying anonymous is getting more difficult. They will teach the congregation their learnings on Sunday, Oct. 27th during the 10:00am service.
During the month of October the class will discuss.... How could we live without our smartphones, laptops, and other devices that allow us to go online? That's how most of us keep in touch with friends and family, take pictures, do our homework, do research, find out the latest news, and even shop. But besides the millions of sites to visit and things to do, going online offers lots of ways to waste time — and even get into trouble. But some people you meet online might try to take advantage of you, steal your personal information, or harass or threaten you (called cyberbullying).
You might know people who got into trouble for something they did online — whether it was sexting, bullying on a website or message app, or getting ripped off by someone they met online. Because users can remain anonymous, popular websites and messaging apps might attract adults who pretend to be teens or kids. They'll sometimes ask visitors for pictures or information about themselves, their families, or where they live — information that shouldn't be given away. Usually, people who ask for personal information like home addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses use this information to fill mailboxes and answering machines with ads. In some cases, though, predators use it to begin illegal or indecent relationships or to harm a person or family.
Being Smart OnlineFirst rule: Check your mood! Are you feeling upset or angry? Then it's not the time to be messaging or posting on a social media site. People don't always make good decisions or think straight when they're stressed out or upset. If you have to, call someone or go for a run instead before you start venting online.
Second rule: When you're on a website, try to remain as anonymous as possible. That means keeping all private information private. Private information that you should never allow the public to see includes:
If you ever get involved in any messaging or online chats that make you feel uncomfortable or in danger for any reason, exit and tell a parent or other adult right away so they can report it. You also can report it to the website of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children — they have a form for reporting this type of incident called CyberTipline. They'll make sure the info is forwarded to law enforcement officials for investigation.
During the month of October the class will discuss.... How could we live without our smartphones, laptops, and other devices that allow us to go online? That's how most of us keep in touch with friends and family, take pictures, do our homework, do research, find out the latest news, and even shop. But besides the millions of sites to visit and things to do, going online offers lots of ways to waste time — and even get into trouble. But some people you meet online might try to take advantage of you, steal your personal information, or harass or threaten you (called cyberbullying).
You might know people who got into trouble for something they did online — whether it was sexting, bullying on a website or message app, or getting ripped off by someone they met online. Because users can remain anonymous, popular websites and messaging apps might attract adults who pretend to be teens or kids. They'll sometimes ask visitors for pictures or information about themselves, their families, or where they live — information that shouldn't be given away. Usually, people who ask for personal information like home addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses use this information to fill mailboxes and answering machines with ads. In some cases, though, predators use it to begin illegal or indecent relationships or to harm a person or family.
Being Smart OnlineFirst rule: Check your mood! Are you feeling upset or angry? Then it's not the time to be messaging or posting on a social media site. People don't always make good decisions or think straight when they're stressed out or upset. If you have to, call someone or go for a run instead before you start venting online.
Second rule: When you're on a website, try to remain as anonymous as possible. That means keeping all private information private. Private information that you should never allow the public to see includes:
- your full name
- your current location (some phones have automatic GPS apps built in that may need to be turned off)
- home or school address or the address of any of your family or friends
- phone numbers
- Social Security number
- passwords
- names of family members
- credit card numbers
If you ever get involved in any messaging or online chats that make you feel uncomfortable or in danger for any reason, exit and tell a parent or other adult right away so they can report it. You also can report it to the website of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children — they have a form for reporting this type of incident called CyberTipline. They'll make sure the info is forwarded to law enforcement officials for investigation.
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6th-8th Grade "God's Masterpiece Milestone" 2018North Scottsdale United Methodist church is hosting a 6th-8th grade Milestone GOD’S MASTERPIECE” on Sunday, October 28th, 2018 at 10:00 a.m.
Social media highlights beauty, perfection and popularity as the norm for this generation. NSUMC will be discussing with youth in grades 6th-8th that they are special exactly as they are. The Sunday School classes throughout the month of October will include the following topics: how perfect our bodies were naturally created, the dangers of substance abuse, how to respect yourself and others, and how to keep your body healthy. If you have student in grades sixth through eighth, please have them join us during the month of October for these great lessons and lifelong skills. 
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6-8th Grade "Ten Commandments Milestone" 2017
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North Scottsdale United Methodist Church is Hosting:
6-8th Grade "Ten Commandments Milestone" Sunday, October 29th, 2017 @ 10:00 a.m. North Scottsdale United Methodist church is hosting their “6th-8th grade Ten Commandment’s Milestone” on Sunday, October 29th, 2017 during their 10:00 a.m.. worship service. The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1–17 and Deuteronomy 5:4–21) help people understand the Old Testament and the ministry of Jesus. They show us God’s moral standard for how his people should live. Here is a simplified list of the Ten Commandments for kids: 1. Put God first. 2. Worship only Him. 3. No bad words. 4. Work 6, rest 1. 5. Obey your parents. 6. Harm no one. 7. Don’t cheat. 8. If it’s not yours, don’t take it. 9. Tell the truth. 10. Don’t be jealous of other people’s stuff. If you have student in grades sixth through eighth, please have them join us during the month of October for these great lessons and lifelong skills. And don’t let them miss this Milestone Celebration! North Scottsdale United Methodist Church celebrates the love of God through Christ by having two services on Sunday (8:30 am and 10:00 am). Sunday School and the nursery is available for newborns through twelve year old children at both services. Youth Sunday School (grades six through twelve) will have Sunday school during the 10:00a.m. service. Some of the other children and youth activities include; children’s choir, youth band, volleyball, mission trips, small groups, festivals and youth groups. N.S.U.M.C. also offers adult Bible studies, men and women’s groups, choirs, retreats, holiday events, turn-around trips, mission trips and more. If you are interested in additional information about N.S.U.M.C. or any of these events, please call the church office at (480) 948-0529; visit them at 11735 North Scottsdale Road (85254), check out their websites (www.nsumc.com or www.nsumckids.info ), Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NorthScottsdaleUMC ) and Pinterest pages https://www.pinterest.com/nscottsdaleumc/. |
6-8th Grade Milestone 2016
"God's Grace"
Our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students did a fabulous job presenting their "God's Grace" milestone! Thank you to the students for working so hard and thank you to their teachers, Mary and Dave for their awesome leadership!
Grace is the most amazing element of Christianity. It is God's unconditional love for us. What an awesome gift ! Our middle school students will be learning about "grace" during Sunday School and on Sunday, October 30th during the 10:0 a.m. service they will share their new found knowledge with the congregation.
Here is a mini-preview of their lesson:
Our Wesleyan Heritage
Distinctive Emphases
Wesley and the early Methodists were particularly concerned about inviting people to experience God’s grace and to grow in their knowledge and love of God through disciplined Christian living. They placed primary emphasis on Christian living, on putting faith and love into action. This emphasis on what Wesley referred to as “practical divinity” has continued to be a hallmark of United Methodism today.
The distinctive shape of our theological heritage can be seen not only in this emphasis on Christian living, but also in Wesley’s distinctive understanding of God’s saving grace. Although Wesley shared with many other Christians a belief in salvation by grace, he combined them in a powerful way to create distinctive emphases for living the full Christian life. Read more from The Book of Discipline.
Grace is central to our understanding of Christian faith and life.
Grace can be defined as the love and mercy given to us by God because God wants us to have it, not because of anything we have done to earn it. We read in the Letter to the Ephesians: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God — not the result of works, so that no one may boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Our United Methodist heritage is rooted in a deep and profound understanding of God’s grace. This incredible grace flows from God’s great love for us. Did you have to memorize John 3:16 in Sunday school when you were a child? There was a good reason. This one verse summarizes the gospel: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” The ability to call to mind God’s love and God’s gift of Jesus Christ is a rich resource for theology and faith.” 1
John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement, described God’s grace as threefold:
Please click on READ MORE HERE and you will learn about each type of grace. As we walk through our faith journey we naturally move between these different types of grace. Sometimes during our faith journey we can even be at multiple levels of grace. There isn't a right or wrong level to be at any one time. Continually learning and growing is the most important goal.
Here is a mini-preview of their lesson:
Our Wesleyan Heritage
Distinctive Emphases
Wesley and the early Methodists were particularly concerned about inviting people to experience God’s grace and to grow in their knowledge and love of God through disciplined Christian living. They placed primary emphasis on Christian living, on putting faith and love into action. This emphasis on what Wesley referred to as “practical divinity” has continued to be a hallmark of United Methodism today.
The distinctive shape of our theological heritage can be seen not only in this emphasis on Christian living, but also in Wesley’s distinctive understanding of God’s saving grace. Although Wesley shared with many other Christians a belief in salvation by grace, he combined them in a powerful way to create distinctive emphases for living the full Christian life. Read more from The Book of Discipline.
Grace is central to our understanding of Christian faith and life.
Grace can be defined as the love and mercy given to us by God because God wants us to have it, not because of anything we have done to earn it. We read in the Letter to the Ephesians: “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God — not the result of works, so that no one may boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9).
Our United Methodist heritage is rooted in a deep and profound understanding of God’s grace. This incredible grace flows from God’s great love for us. Did you have to memorize John 3:16 in Sunday school when you were a child? There was a good reason. This one verse summarizes the gospel: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” The ability to call to mind God’s love and God’s gift of Jesus Christ is a rich resource for theology and faith.” 1
John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement, described God’s grace as threefold:
- prevenient grace
- justifying grace
- sanctifying grace
Please click on READ MORE HERE and you will learn about each type of grace. As we walk through our faith journey we naturally move between these different types of grace. Sometimes during our faith journey we can even be at multiple levels of grace. There isn't a right or wrong level to be at any one time. Continually learning and growing is the most important goal.
“Knowing God’s Word.” Milestone 2015
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Many moments in life allow us the opportunity to claim God’s redeeming and renewing work in the world and in our lives. In some seasons in our life we need a way to remind ourselves of His grace. Our Junior High Sunday School teachers have been working with our youth to help them memorize scripture verses. Memorizing scriptures helps the youth get back on track through “knowing His word,” when our teens go through uncomfortable situations. We want them to know that God is there for them always. This milestone recognizes that youth need support in all situations, blesses them, is a verbal gift to them, and it weaves their stories with God’s story.
We will celebrate the “Knowing God’s Word” Milestone on Sunday, Oct. 18th at the 10am service. The presentation will include our junior high youth, and their teachers all wrapped up nicely in a Jeopardy game that you won’t want to miss. We are really excited about how hard our teachers have been working with the youth to impart this scripture knowledge and we think this will be a very fun presentation for the youth as well as the attending congregation . At NSUMC, we are deeply committed to bringing the presence of God into the lives of children, and everywhere they go. Middle school is a critical time in the lives of our students as they struggle to grow and to find their own identity. As they move into a new school and find new freedoms, it is vitally important that parents and students talk with each other and that we as a congregation are there to help support both sides of the conversation. We are grateful to our Sunday School teachers for taking the time to begin the discussion with the students and allow the students to share their thoughts, and concerns. Every step of their faith journey is important. If you have any questions please contact the church office at office@nsumc.com. 
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“Trophies grow tarnished and ribbons fade. Skin wrinkles and muscles weaken;
but those who hope in the Lord will not be disappointed.”
but those who hope in the Lord will not be disappointed.”