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Mechanicsville, VA
 
JULY, 2008
 
IN THIS ISSUE
WELCOME OUR NEW REC MINISTER
ROLANDO LAMB, GUEST SPEAKER, ON JULY 13
UPWARD FLAG FOOTBALL IMPORTANT DATES
ULTIMATE FRISBEE
ONE-ON-ONE BASKETBALL CROSS TRAINING
BODY & SOUL SUMMER SESSION
MONTHLY SCRAPBOOKING CLUB
PILATES IN JULY
SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMPS
SUMMER REC CENTER SCHEDULE
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR JULY
REC CENTER CLOSED ON SATURDAYS
FAMILY CAMP IN AUGUST
REC CENTER EVENING SCHEDULE
REC CENTER "RULE OF THE MONTH"
REC CENTER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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Upward Cheering

First let me start by saying that another successful Upward soccer season has come to an end.  From all the directors, we would like to thank all the coaches, referees and volunteers for their help. Without your willingness to give your time and efforts, this program, like all the Upward programs, could not exist. We would also like to thank the mission groups from New Hanover Church and the Cool Spring youth going to the Dominican Republic and their parents for their efforts in manning the concession stand for the season.

The week after our soccer season ended, I along with 6 other volunteers in the Upward programs, went up to Baltimore to attend a leadership conference. It was a great two days of fellowship and learning. With Doug Grote as the emcee, you know there was always something exciting happening. Everyone should have the opportunity to hear, in person, Caz  McCaslin talk about the Upward vision. You could not help but be inspired.

As you can tell, I am passionate about the Upward program and what it does for the kids in our community. What is your passion and are you using it to help bring more into His Kingdom? Ephesians 4:7 tells us "Christ has given each of us special abilities whatever He wants us to have out of His rich storehouse of gifts." Are we using our passions for His glory?

I will close by saying that all the soccer directors as well as those from basketball and flag football want to extend a hearty welcome to Greg English and his family. We are excited about working with him to make the Upward Ministry even better.
 
Looking Upward,
 
Lewis Brubaker
Soccer Director

24 Hours of Prayer

GREG, KELLY, TYLER & BRENDAN ENGLISH
 

Our new Recreation Minister, Greg English, and his family will arrive on July 13.   Greg's first day in his office will be July 14. 
 
You will be able to reach him in his office at 746-3400 and by email at
genglish@coolspring.org
 
Please pray for Greg and his family as they relocate to this area.  Pray that their housing needs be met, their travels be safe, and their transition at Cool Spring be blessed.
Lamb, Rolando
Special Guest Speaker on July 13

 
Coach Rolando Lamb will be our guest speaker for all 3 worship services on Sunday, July 13. 

From his childhood in the inner cities of Virginia ... his All-American high school career ... his VCU Hall of Fame collegiate career with Tubby Smith ... to his eventual draft selection by the Seattle Supersonics ... Rolando Lamb has been an achiever.
But rather than sitting on the bench the rest of his life, Rolando Lamb is taking the principles of high achievement off the court and into the arena where it counts most, the arena of life.

Audiences across America are laughing and crying with "America's Character Coach" as he leads them in reach their full potential.

Lasting achievement is the natural by-product of character and integrity.  Rolando Lamb's unique experiences motivate audiences to attain true character and its lasting rewards.
 
Upward Cheering

UPWARD FLAG FOOTBALL AND CHEERLEADING IMPORTANT DATES
 

 
  • Parent Orientation July 13 @ 4:00 pm
  • Practices begin Monday, August 4
  • First game is Saturday, September 6
  • Awards Night is Saturday, November 1
Questions??   Call the Hotline at 746-8974, Option 5

Click Here for Upward Flag Information
 
Upward Cheering
ULTIMATE FRISBEE

Where: Pole Green Park
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday of each Month
Time: 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Frisbees provided or you can bring your own.
For more info contact Greg Phillips at:  gapgapman@yahoo.com

Upward Cheering
ONE-ON-ONE BASKETBALL CROSS TRAINING

If you have a child who has a strong desire to play basketball at the next level, Coach Ronnie Lamb has a cross training program available to them.  For more information, you can pick up a brochure in the Rec Center flyer rack.

Upward Cheering
BODY & SOUL SUMMER SESSION 

The 8-week summer session of Body & Soul Fitness continues through the week of August 18.  The cost is determined by the number of classes attended per week.
 

FIRST CLASS FREE!
 

The summer schedule is as follows:      

  • Mon 6:45 am to 8:00 am at the Cool Spring Rec Center
  • Tues  6:15 pm to 7:30 pm at the Cool Spring Rec Center
  • Thurs 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm at the Cool Spring Rec Center           

There will be no childcare offered during the summer.
 

Call 746-8974, Option 6 for more information.

Upward Cheering
MONTHLY SCRAPBOOKING CLUB
 

The Scrapbook Club will meet on the 2nd Friday during July & August. Bring your supplies and join us!  Please call Wendy Hale at 746-2850 if you are dropping in so we can make sure we have enough tables for everyone. 
 

Upward Cheering
PILATES ON MONDAYS IN JULY!
 

Pilates classes will be held on Mondays in July at 6:30-7:15 pm in the upstairs aerobics room. 
 

The cost is $25 per month or $7 per class.  The instructor will be Marty Rowe.  Questions?  Call Marty at 730-7629.
 

Upward Cheering

SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMPS FOR BOYS & GIRLS!

 

The dates for this year's boys and girls skill development basketball camps are:

  • Boys Camp:  July 7 - 11, 2008
  • Girls Camp:  July 14 - 18, 2008

Camp will include:

  • T-Shirt
  • Basketball Work Out Manual
  • Certificate of Participation
  • Specialized Instruction
  • Special Character Awards
     

Both camps will be facilitated by Rolando Lamb, member of VCU Basketball Hall of Fame and former Seattle Supersonic. Ages of the participants are 8 to 17.  Cost is $100 per person.  Forms will be in the flyer racks in the Rec Center and on our website.  You must pay when you sign up.
 

We're looking forward to having a great summer of basketball and praising God. 
 

Click here to download registration form:  Summer Basketball Camp Registration
 

Summer Schedule
SUMMER REC CENTER SCHEDULE

 
The Rec Center will close at 6 pm on Thursday, July 3 and will be closed all day on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day holiday.
 
During the weeks July 7 and July 14, the GYM ONLY will be used for Summer Basketball Camps from 8 am to 4 pm. 
Memorial Day
REC CENTER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE FOR JULY 4!

The Rec Center will close at 6 pm on Thursday, July 3 and will be closed all day on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day holiday.
 

Upward Cheering
REC CENTER CLOSED ON SATURDAYS
Until further notice, the Rec Center will be closed on Saturdays.
Upward Cheering
  FAMILY CAMP IN AUGUST!
 

We have booked our annual family camping trip for August 22-24, at Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center. Registration is now open until July 31.  There are several options to choose from.  See the registration form for details.
 

Registration deadline is July 31 or when the camp fills up.  Registration forms are in the Rec Center.
 

Call Dana Curley at 730-4265 if you have questions.

Upward Cheering
REC CENTER EVENING SCHEDULE
 
MONDAYS - Volleyball Open Gym Night Open to all ages to play volleyball 6 to 9 pm
TUESDAYS - Adult Basketball Open to
anyone ages 16 and up 6 pm to 9 pm
WEDNESDAYS - Rec Center closed on from 5:00 to 7:30 pm for church activities and reopens from 7:30 to 9 pm for Cool Spring Family Night
THURSDAYS - 15 and under Night in the Gym!!  Open to anyone ages 15 and under and adults playing directly with the children 3 pm to 9 pm
FRIDAYS - Open Gym Night Open to all ages 6 pm to 9 pm

 
Upward Cheering
REC CENTER "RULE OF THE MONTH"

No fighting or excessive arguing.  If you can't get along, then find something else to do.

 
Upward Cheering
REC CENTER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We need volunteers for ALL shifts.  We will train you for this vital ministry to our community.
 

Call Steve at 746-3400 if you'd like to be a part of this exciting ministry.