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Monday, December 21, 2009
Teen Night Christmas
The final Teen Night of 2009 included a trip to North Phoenix Baptist Church, where we had reserved their roller skating rink.
Then, it was back to the church for hot cocoa and cookies.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Just Passing Through
In his words:I’m just passing through,
Another traveler on the road,
And I hear Your gentle voice
As it beckons me home.
Should I want to settle here
Like I know I’m bound to do,
Keep reminding me, Lord,
That I’m just passing through.
Jason Mitchener, friend of the ministry and Aim Right's website designer, concluded his passage here on December 16, 2009. He is now Home.
Despite many physical limitations, Jason lived fully as an author, songwriter, speaker, digital artist, and follower of Jesus. Since he was unable to use his arms, Jason used a stick in his mouth to tap on his keyboard to write books and music and do web design.
Jason's brother Greg has created a beautiful online memorial tribute to Jason that you can visit here:
Also, you can read more about Jason's amazing testimony and life on his website:
And the Party Goes On!
The ratio is 5:5.
That would be 5 days and 5 Christmas parties.
And the week's not over yet!
Yesterday evening, our Kids Klub Christmas celebration included a re-enactment of the first Christmas. We encountered a bit of difficulty with our acting contracts and had to use a few teen girls to play men's parts (therefore, please try to envision Mary and Joseph below, not Mary and Sherry). Some of Emily's little kindergarteners and first graders were sheep, and she made them the cutest masks to wear.
There were angels, shepherds, wise men, and the innkeeper and his wife, too. As evidenced by the broom in her hand, the innkeeper's wife in the play was a fastidious, tidy type.
In December, the children's memory verse has been: “The crooked roads shall become straight, the rough ways smooth. And all mankind will see God's salvation," from Luke 3:5-6. God came--in baby form. Jesus came--in human form--to save and deliver and get us off the crooked, bumpy path that by nature is our default mode.
That would be 5 days and 5 Christmas parties.
And the week's not over yet!
Yesterday evening, our Kids Klub Christmas celebration included a re-enactment of the first Christmas. We encountered a bit of difficulty with our acting contracts and had to use a few teen girls to play men's parts (therefore, please try to envision Mary and Joseph below, not Mary and Sherry). Some of Emily's little kindergarteners and first graders were sheep, and she made them the cutest masks to wear.
There were angels, shepherds, wise men, and the innkeeper and his wife, too. As evidenced by the broom in her hand, the innkeeper's wife in the play was a fastidious, tidy type. In December, the children's memory verse has been: “The crooked roads shall become straight, the rough ways smooth. And all mankind will see God's salvation," from Luke 3:5-6. God came--in baby form. Jesus came--in human form--to save and deliver and get us off the crooked, bumpy path that by nature is our default mode.Hallejuah, what a Savior!
That news is cause for a smile...and a party, of course!
Meet the friendliest hot dog makers in Maricopa County.
That news is cause for a smile...and a party, of course!
Meet the friendliest hot dog makers in Maricopa County.
Monday, December 14, 2009
Staff & Volunteer Christmas Party
This little munchkin slept through a great party.
Aim Right'ers young and old came together for a Christmas party on Sunday evening.
Darrell & Julie provided an amazing buffet of scrumptious food choices.
When it was time for some white-elephanting, Ro was the lucky recipient of this fantastic shirt. Now all he needs is a ticket to Hawaii.
Julie received a stuffed animal blessing.
"Oooh...just what I wanted -- a shower curtain with flowers!"
Stephanie received a gift with great versatility. For those days when you have self-control, pop in the exercise video. For the days when you don't, break out the box of chocolate-covered cherries!
With that, I'm think I'm off to hunt down some chocolate!
Bike Party 12.12.09
As I wade through a weekend of 128 photos, how about some of this year's Bike Party? To the 10 children that Aim Right is able to invite each year, it's simply a Christmas party. However, to our staff, it's known as the Bike Party, because we know that each child who attends will go home with a brand-new bicycle, courtesy of Phoenix philanthropists!
There are always a few celebrity figures at the Bike Party. The emcee was Brad Cesmat, sports reporter for Channel 3.
Melissa Peterman (a.k.a. Barbara Jean on the show "Reba") was there to give hugs, take pictures, and say a few words.
This policeman and his sidekick gave a traffic safety lesson.
The Phoenix Suns gorilla came to make the little girls squeal and entertain the crowd with his antics.
There's always a variety of health food at the party....cotton candy, popcorn, sno-cones, hot dogs, chips, and soda (all organic, of course). 
A highlight of the party is playing in the SNOW pile -- yes, that white, cold stuff that isn't native to Phoenix.
Finally....the take-home surprise!
Each child's family also received a food box and turkey, courtesy of St. Mary's Food Bank. What a blessing!
There are always a few celebrity figures at the Bike Party. The emcee was Brad Cesmat, sports reporter for Channel 3.
Melissa Peterman (a.k.a. Barbara Jean on the show "Reba") was there to give hugs, take pictures, and say a few words.
This policeman and his sidekick gave a traffic safety lesson.
Local businessman and philanthropist Jimmy Walker is the mastermind behind this party for underprivileged children throughout Phoenix.
The Phoenix Suns gorilla came to make the little girls squeal and entertain the crowd with his antics.
There's always a variety of health food at the party....cotton candy, popcorn, sno-cones, hot dogs, chips, and soda (all organic, of course).
There are rides and games.
Oh, I forgot about Mickey! Another celebrity!
A highlight of the party is playing in the SNOW pile -- yes, that white, cold stuff that isn't native to Phoenix.
Finally....the take-home surprise! Each child's family also received a food box and turkey, courtesy of St. Mary's Food Bank. What a blessing!
Team FUN 12.11.09
Team FUN met on Friday evening to learn about respect.
Let's take a peek:
This year's Team FUN leader is Nathan "Wally" Wagler. Wally recently completed a one-year internship and has chosen to live in the area and continue to volunteer with Aim Right.
Kurt Warner's First Things First Foundation provides the cool binders and Bibles.
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