Tupos (too-pos') is a Greek noun with a double meaning in English. Tupos means (1) to be an example or a pattern for, and (2) to make an impact on or leave an impression from one object on another. Our desire as a ministry is to teach students to and grow them in being an example and making an impact for Christ is this world. This word is rooted in the theme verse for this ministry, found in 1 Timothy 4:12, which reads "Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity, show yourself an example of those who believe" (NASB).
This student ministry desires to be student led, under the direction and guidance of the Minister of Youth/Education (Pastor Justin Worden) and the Student Ministry Team (SMT). Students are leaders of Ministry Teams designed by students for students. These students overseeing the individual leadership teams (i.e. the Worship Team, the Drama Team, the Recreation Team) are part of the core group of students in Tupos, known as SALT (Student Accountability Leadership Team).
For more information about the organizational structure of Tupos or the ministries we provide, please contact Pastor Justin via text or call @ 863.781.9218or via email @ Justin@NewHopeWauchula.org.
What We Do:
For the latest in our coming activities for students 6th - 12th Grade, please visit our Tupos Calendar.
For further details about these particular weekly activities, please click the linked name of the activity above.
We also offer monthly or semi-annual activities including, but not limited to:
SNAP (Saturday Night Activity Planned): a monthly outting scheduled for the students to be able to bring friends and just enjoy some fun fellowship. These events have included movie nights, pool parties, bowling, cook-outs, sports/game nights, and much more. For details about the tenative SNAP events for the next year, please visit the link labeled "SNAP" on the side toolbar or click the name above.
His Girls Bible Study: this is a monthly Bible study which meets at the home of Justin and Summer Worden, led by Summer Worden. Usually the third Monday of each month. Designed for girls in 9th-12th grade, this Bible study tackles the issues young ladies are faced with today. To learn more about His Girls and the ReaL Girls ministry of Tupos Student Ministries, click the name above.
Lock-In Camp: a local weekend event consisting of Friday night rally, food, games, and so much more. Following a restful sleepover in the church facilities, Saturday's events include an rally, more food, and lots of fellowship. A speaker and worship leader is brought in to host the weekend in June over each year.
Summer Camp: This year's summer camp was July 13-17, 2009 in Daytona Beach. To learn more click the following link = Student Life at the Beach 2009
More to come soon...
Why We Do It:
Mission Statement: "Through energized worship and exhilarating events, we desire to encourage believers of Jesus Christ to go deeper in their personal relationship with Him and challenge them to be an example in all of life for their friends and family."
