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Sometimes it is That Simple

Alive Youth Church Weekly 

Hello AYC friends,

I love gathering with all of you every Sunday night. As I like to say... it truly is the best night of the week.  

Students: Thank you for continuing to show up ready for what Jesus is doing. For bringing your friends, and being a light in your homes, schools, and throughout your everyday lives. 

Leaders: You will never truly know the impact that you have. But it sure is fun leading with you. Continue to put Jesus first. Thank you for your willingness to serve.

Parents: Thank you for your trust, for believing in AYC as a place to learn, meet people,  and grow closer to Jesus together.

Church and community: Thank you for supporting us! Even if you can't physically be with us each week, your prayer, insight, words of encouragement, and impact on the students and leaders do not go unnoticed. 

Reminder... we meet every Sunday night at West Salem Foursquare Church at 6:30pm and wrap up around 8:45pm. Come to worship, learn about Jesus, how to live life according to His word, see your friends, make new ones, have older leaders pour into you, and have a place that is joy-filled, that puts a smile on your face. 

As we enter the holiday season, AYC looks a bit different. To adjust to travel and time with family, there will be no youth on:

  •  November 30th
  • December 21st
  • December 28th

Mark your calendars, eat some turkey, wrap some presents, and don't show up to youth, cause the doors will sadly not be open. If you need anything during these weeks or anytime for that matter, don't hesitate to reach out to your leaders, the AYC Instagram (@alivewsfc), or the youth email (Youth@WSFC.org). We want to be there for you whether we gather or not!

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Encouragement and Challenge for This Week

Talk to God. 

Yep. Sometimes it is that simple. When life seems to get complicated or busy. When your relationship with God seems to get confusing or distant. Focus back in on your conversations with God. It does not have to look any sort of way, be any amount of time, or consist of anything specific. Talk to God. He wants to hear your voice. Make it your go-to, make it your response, your reaction, and proaction. My everyday challenge is to talk to God more than I did the day before. I'll never complete this challenge, cause you can never have enough God in your life!

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So if this week feels heavy…
If you feel like you’re running on empty…
If you’re wondering how you’re supposed to handle everything coming at you…

Pause.
Breathe.
And remember: You don’t walk into this week alone.

Ask God to renew you.
Lean into Him.
Let His presence steady you when your emotions feel shaky.
Let His promises be louder than your worries.

You are seen.
You are loved.
You are strengthened.
And God is with you every step of the way. 

Trust that He will give you what you need for this day.

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But don't just go to God in your times of worry, stress, or when you're at your lowest.

So if this week feels light…
If you feel energized and full of joy…
If you’re excited about what’s ahead and ready to move forward…

Pause.
Breathe.
And remember: You aren't walking into this week alone.

Thank God for renewing you.
Lean into Him even in your strength.
Let His presence guide you even when your heart feels full.
Let His promises be louder than your plans.

And trust that He will keep giving you exactly what you need for each step you take.

You are blessed.
You are empowered.
You are filled with purpose.
And God is with you in every victory, every joy, every moment.

Have a great week AYC! I can't wait to see you again! 

-Isaac Fehlen 

Youth Pastor.


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