Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Moving forward despite the fear

An ancient fable tells the story of a mouse who was always in anguish because he was afraid of cats. A magician had compassion on him and converted him into a cat.
But then he started to feel afraid of dogs. So the magician changed him into a dog. Then he started to feel afraid of panthers, and the magician changed him into a panther. Then he started to feel afraid of hunters.
At this point, the magician gave up and turned him back into a mouse, telling him, "Nothing I do is going to help you, because you will always have the courage of a mouse."
It takes courage to go ahead with the project proposed to us.
But, remember: courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to move forward despite the fear.
Bishop Guaracy Santos

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Youth Group

We know that the best time to get on the right track and prepare for the future is during our young years, when we're open to learn, ready to start, and game for new challenges. This is why the YPG exists. It's a way to grow together in an exciting and productive way to successful adults. The YPG meets every Saturday at 2pm and Sunday 12:30pm. The meetings are very interactive and always include an inspiring message, singing, and games. Youth Pastor works with the youth by not only meeting with the group, but also sitting down with each group member for counseling a number of times every week. We're not like other 'feel good' groups out there. We sure want you to feel good but more than that — we also want you to do well for yourself. You will mature and become an above-average youth just by coming to the YPG meetings. If you're ready for some challenge, then you're ready for the YPG.