2. Winter Retreat 2011 Standing Strong Hanging On

5. Persist

6. Prepare

7. Practice

8. Pray

9. Strengths and accomplishments: Rose in power from slave to ruler of Egypt. Was known for his personal integrity. Was a man of spiritual sensitivity. Prepared a nation to survive a famine Weakness and mistake: His youthful pride caused friction with his brothers. Occupation: Shepherd, slave, convict, ruler. Parents: Jacob and Rachel Siblings: Eleven brothers and one sister.

10. FIND SOMETHING THAT REPRESENTS YOUR LOVE FOR GOD i.e. God’s Word reminds me of how much he loves me…The BIBLE. i.e. God’s love is comfortable and fits me well…favorite shirt. i.e. I don’t know how God feels about me…a blank piece of paper.

15. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwtMHPuZwU0

21. “To actively participate in the church community, helping to create an environment of grace where we can grow in faith and nurture a deeper friendship with God and extend the youthful hand of Christ into the world.”