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2011-09-01T10:06:00.000-07:00

If you want to know whats going on with EDGE, check out this link to our FACEBOOK Page.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/EDGE-and-Oasis/132853560095024

You can see pictures, and find out latest updates on EDGE!

EDGE meets MOST tuesday nights @ 7pm at 850 high Street.

You can keep up to date by checking out our FB page.

2011-06-21T12:47:00.000-07:00

Check us out on our FACEBOOK page @

http://www.facebook.com/pages/EDGE-and-Oasis/132853560095024

Read below to find out more about EDGE

When Does EDGE meet?

· We meet on Tuesday nights from 7-9pm

· Occasionally we have Trips and special weekend activities, as well as day trips.

When does High Street Church meet on Sunday mornings?

We have 1 service during the summer @ 9:30am.

Sunday School is @ 11am.

Who is in charge at EDGE?

Todd Trowbridge
Associate Pastor

How often do you put out Youth Group Calendars?

· I try to get calendars out ever 4-6 months

Can I help provide Snacks for EDGE on Tuesday nights?

· Yes! We depend heavily on parents bringing snacks for the students. We currently do not have the finances to buy snacks on a weekly basis.

· You can sign up to bring snack, or donate money for us to buy the snacks

Can I donate money to help support the Oasis group?

· Yes! Over the 9 years I have been here at the church we have received gifts from parents ranging from $10 to $10,000. Every Dollar of those donations goes directly to support the Student Ministries department.We have used the funds for Scholarships for kids to attend Camp with us, improvements in the Youth Room, Hiring of interns to help with the student ministry program and also the purchase of a youth room computer.

Who do I make the check out to for Trips or Donations?

· You can make the check out to “HSCC” or “High Street Community Church”

Can any student in Jr. High School come to EDGE?

· Yes. We have Students from a number of different Jr. high schools, as well as home school students.

· As Long as the Student is in the age range of traditional Jr. high school ages, they can certainly be a part of EDGE. We welcome all Jr. high school age students!

Does EDGE meet during the Summer time?

Some youth Groups do not meet during the summer time

EDGE has a full program through the summer

Do people have to pay to come to EDGE?

· No. Students do not have to pay to come to EDGE.

· However, occasionally we will ask for students to bring money for an event on Tuesday night like laser tag, or to help with the cost of pizza or something like that

· However, if a student cannot come up with the funds they are never turned away to a mid week event.

· Trips are a different situation. We try very hard to have scholarship money so we can have all kids attend, but sometimes our scholarship money is empty and we cannot offer them to students.

Can a student show up once a month?

· Yes. Students can show up once a year, or every Tuesday. We do not keep an attendance record. We are excited when kids can come to EDGE anytime.

Can they show up for the last 30 minutes of EDGE?

· Yes. We do like the students to be there the whole time, but we understand that they have homework, sports, jobs and other aspects of their life. We do ask if they can get there by 8:30 and stay until 9pm so they don’t interrupt other students during the discussion and talk time.

· However if a student can’t make it until 8:35 or 8:45 we love for them to still come and poke their head in.

Can I drop my child off early at the church sometimes?

· Sometimes. I love to have students come by the church and hang out or arrive early. However there are times that I and the other leaders may be in a meeting or off campus until 7pm. Please call or Text me to see if it will work for students to come early.

Do you ever leave the campus on a Tuesday Night?

· Yes. We will do occasional scavenger hunts or events off campus.Tuesday nights we will never leave Santa Cruz (occasionally we will be in Scotts Valley for pizza or icecream, and in the summer time we sometimes go to the boardwalk)

· I will do my best to have those events on the calendar so you as a parent know what is going on

Will you force my Child to become a Christian?

· This was a question I was asked about 7 years ago by a parent. The answer is no. We don’t force anyone to make a decision to follow Jesus.

· We have many discussions and talks about Jesus, God, the Bible, life decisions and many other things.We invite kids to consider believing in Jesus, but we never push, nor do we ever force. All kids are welcome at EDGE regardless of their beliefs or backgrounds.

Does the church have a website?

· Yes. www.hscchurch.org

Does the youth group have a website?

· Yes. www.hsccyouth.com

· We try and keep this site current.My goal is to keep it current with events and updates.

· The EDGE and Oasis group has a Facebook page as well.

How can I as a parent get in touch with you?

· You can always email me at todd@hscchurch.org

· Call or Txt me on my cell phone 831-247-1866

· Call the church office and leave a message on my office phone 831-426-0207 ext. 107

· Or you can always check in with me before or after EDGE on Tuesday nights.

Where did Todd get his training to work with kids?

· He attended College in San Diego at Christian Heritage College (Now San Diego Christian College)

· He received a BA in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Youth Ministry

· He did internships at Youth for Christ San Diego, Shadow Mountain Community Church and High Street Community Church.

· He also worked full time for Youth For Christ in San Diego

· He has been in Full time Ministry for over 11 years, and a volunteer before that for 4 years.

Do you know of any councilors?

· Yes. I know a number of different types of local Councilors. Most have a Christian background. I would be more than happy to put you in touch with them.

2011-01-04T17:34:00.000-08:00

CHECK THIS OUT

if you are looking for a way to get into the

practice of reading the bible.

this is a RAD site that can help you start!

There are tons of Devotionals on this site.

Todd FULLY approves of this site!

http://www.3story.org/start/

2010-12-27T12:03:00.001-08:00

Check out this Video we found

its a new way to tell the birth story of Jesus

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhcKd8uV6cM

2010-12-16T21:55:00.000-08:00

Hey here is a link to our FACEBOOK Page.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/EDGE-and-Oasis/132853560095024

2010-12-15T12:22:00.001-08:00

EDGE will not meet again until the New Year

We are looking forward to our Snow Trip Feb 11-13

If you are interested in going

contact Todd

either on his Cell or by email.

todd@hscchurch.org or Cell 831-247-1866

2010-11-01T13:45:00.001-07:00

Sorry the Web Page has not been kept up recently!

Please Check back in a few weeks. We hope to have updates, Pictures, and Calendar items up soon!

Thanks for your Patience.

2009-11-23T17:10:00.000-08:00

When Does EDGE meet?

· We meet on Tuesday nights from 7-9pm

· Occasionally we have Trips and special weekend activities, as well as day trips.

· Sunday morning @ 10am for Sunday School (there are several adult Sunday schools during this hour)

When does High Street Church meet on Sunday mornings?

· We have a traditional service @ 8:45am (This service sings traditional hymns)

· We have a Contemporary Service at 11am (This service is led by a worship Band)

· Sunday School for all ages at 10am

Who is in charge at EDGE?
Todd Trowbridge
Associate Pastor

How often do you put out Youth Group Calendars?

· I try to get calendars out ever 4-6 months

Can I help provide Snacks for EDGE on Tuesday nights?

· Yes! We depend heavily on parents bringing snacks for the students. We currently do not have the finances to buy snacks on a weekly basis.

· You can sign up to bring snack, or donate money for us to buy the snacks

Can I donate money to help support the Oasis group?

· Yes! Over the 9 years I have been here at the church we have received gifts from parents ranging from $10 to $10,000. Every Dollar of those donations goes directly to support the Student Ministries department. We have used the funds for Scholarships for kids to attend Camp with us, improvements in the Youth Room, Hiring of interns to help with the student ministry program and also the purchase of a youth room computer.

Who do I make the check out to for Trips or Donations?

· You can make the check out to “HSCC” or “High Street Community Church”

Can any student in High School come to EDGE?

· Yes. We have Students from a number of different Jr. high schools, as well as home school students. We have had students who have graduated early from high school as well.

· As Long as the Student is in the age range of traditional high school ages, they can certainly be a part of EDGE. We welcome all Jr. high school age students!

Does EDGE meet during the Summer time?

Some youth Groups do not meet during the summer time

EDGE has a full program through the summer

Do people have to pay to come to EDGE?

· No. Students do not have to pay to come to EDGE.

· However, occasionally we will ask for students to bring money for an event on Tuesday night like laser tag, or to help with the cost of pizza or something like that

· However, if a student cannot come up with the funds they are never turned away to a mid week event.

· Trips are a different situation. We try very hard to have scholarship money so we can have all kids attend, but sometimes our scholarship money is empty and we cannot offer them to students.

Can a student show up once a month?

· Yes. Students can show up once a year, or every Tuesday. We do not keep an attendance record. We are excited when kids can come to EDGE anytime.

Can they show up for the last 30 minutes of EDGE?

· However if a student can’t make it until 8:35 or 8:45 we love for them to still come and poke their head in.

Can I drop my child off early at the church sometimes?

Do you ever leave the campus on a Tuesday Night?

· Yes. We will do occasional scavenger hunts or events off campus. Tuesday nights we will never leave Santa Cruz (occasionally we will be in Scotts Valley for pizza or icecream)

· I will do my best to have those events on the calendar so you as a parent know what is going on

Will you force my Child to become a Christian?

· This was a question I was asked about 7 years ago by a parent. The answer is no. We don’t force anyone to make a decision to follow Jesus.

· We have many discussions and talks about Jesus, God, the Bible, life decisions and many other things. We invite kids to consider believing in Jesus, but we never push, nor do we ever force. All kids are welcome at EDGE regardless of their beliefs or backgrounds.

Does the church have a website?

· Yes. www.hscchurch.org

Does the youth group have a website?

· Yes. www.hsccyouth.com

· We try and keep this site current. My goal is to keep it current with events and updates.

· The EDGE and Oasis group has a Facebook page as well.

How can I as a parent get in touch with you?

· You can always email me at todd@hscchurch.org

· Call or Txt me on my cell phone 831-247-1866

· Call the church office and leave a message on my office phone 831-426-0207 ext. 107

· Or you can always check in with me before or after EDGE on Tuesday nights.

Where did Todd get his training to work with kids?

· He attended College in San Diego at Christian Heritage College (Now San Diego Christian College)

· He received a BA in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in Youth Ministry

· He did internships at Youth for Christ San Diego, Shadow Mountain Community Church and High Street Community Church.

· He also worked full time for Youth For Christ in San Diego

· He has been in Full time Ministry for over 11 years, and a volunteer before that for 4 years.

Do you know of any councilors?

· Yes. I know a number of different types of local Councilors. Most have a Christian background. I would be more than happy to put you in touch with them.

Invisible Children

2009-07-14T11:19:00.000-07:00

This week, and this week ONLY!

EDGE moves to WEDNESDAY!

WHY would this week only would we move EDGE to Wed???

Because this week July 14Th

Invisible Children

is Coming to High Street

Click the Link to Find out More information about Invisible Children

The Team will be here to show the documentary "Rescue" the follow up to the original Invisible children Documentary.

We will start in the Youth Room and venture to the sanctuary, where we will not play sanctuary Whoffle Ball but will hear from the volunteers, and will be watching the Movie. Bring your questions :) You will have an opportunity to buy videos bracelets and t-shirts that help support the cause of children soldiers in Uganda.

This week at EDGE...

2009-05-11T15:29:00.001-07:00

The Question I have for you is...

BIGGER OR BETTER?

This Tues May 12th

Be here at 7 cuz

we are leaving @ 7:15 pm

For an adventure you will not forget!

EDGE April 28th

2009-04-28T14:13:00.000-07:00

Tonight we will have edge...

we had talked about having water games.... but shoot its so COLD OUTSIDE...

we have decided to skip that idea!

Much Love amigos!

No edge this week

2009-04-04T16:51:00.000-07:00

Hey Gang we are off this week for edge.

The High School Youth Group Oasis and a Team of Adults are in Galveston Texas doing hurricane relief work.

Tues 7th NO EDGE

Tues the 14th EDGE IS BACK!!! See you there amigos!

UPS TONIGHT

2009-03-03T15:29:00.000-08:00

UPS is not a form of delivering packages oohh NO

Tonight and Tonight Only

Ultimate Pillow Shananigan's

Things to bring:

1 Pillow

Things to wear:

Your PJ's

Things that are optional

Your Slippers

NOTE: PJ's in Edge World mean that they must:

Be Pants
NO Tank Tops
Pants must have a draw string or elastic band So they stay ON!!
no concusion pillows (thats really heavy ones)

We will Award the best PJ's & the Best Slippers...given by mike jones!

Much Love and see you tonight!!

7 - 9

NEXT WEEK

2009-02-24T16:53:00.000-08:00

Tonight we are HERE for EDGE!!!!

and next week Mark your Calandars...

March 3rd =

UPS

translation: Ultimate Pillow SHANANAGANS!!!

Details to follow... Keep looking

ON the Edge Snow trip

2009-01-31T15:32:00.000-08:00

So we left yesterday morning and we have been at dodge all day... the lift ARE ALMOST CLOSING and we will be heading back to Pine Crest Chalet for more snow play, and shenanigans!

Highlights So far!

While Snow playing Mike Jones Hit Bridget with a snow ball and she fell in the Creek.
Todd only had to listen to the song "4 minutes" 3 times this trip
Brett and Ben Traded Ski's to Snow board for a few runs...
Jennifer threw her stuff in the dumpster at in & out and we recovered EVERYTHING
We broke 2 trays Sledding on the mountain
Brett almost crashed into one of the bear valley racers
Josh landed a 180 and then he fell... but the point is he landed it
BRETT KEEPS TURNING ON THE CAPS LOCK WHILE I TYPE
Mike jones read the worst book ever called men in old country as a bed time story to the boys. The last words where, "And then I WOke up."
THE GIRLS STAYED UP ALL NIGHT TALKIng AND really ENJOyed NOT waNTING to sLeeP.
Brett is STill messINg With the caPS lock... NOt suRE WHEN he Will StOP.
MIKE jones made a sled out of napkins and duct tape, and I quote, Julia, "AND IT WORKS!"

There are a few highlights so far from Dodge Ridge! See you when we got home!

Tonight at EDGE

2009-01-13T15:56:00.000-08:00

Hey hey see you TONIGHT at EDGE same time same place

7 - 9 pm

Bring any questions & your deposit tonight or next week because:

Edge Snow Trip = ONLY ONE MORE week to sign up

Deadline to sign up is:

January 20th, 2009

SIGN UP NOW : $50 deposit holds your spot

*SNOW TRIP DATES see below

SNOW TRIP

2009-01-07T16:25:00.000-08:00

There are still a few spots available.

Please call for info: 831.426.0207 ext 104: Melinda ext 107: Todd

$50 Deposit secures your spot.

see you next week

Christmas Party Tonight

2008-12-16T13:37:00.000-08:00

EDGE Christmas Party Details:
December 16Th That's TONIGHT : )
6 – 9pm
Ponderosa Lodge
Bring White Elephant Gift
(it’s a funny gift that should not cost really anything)
You can Spend up to
$7.00 on UR gift

Directions:
From Hwy 1,
Take Graham Hill Road approx 4 miles.
You will pass Lockwood St.
Turn right at the Ponderosa Lodge sign.
Look For EDGE Signs

because of Turkey day...

2008-11-25T15:51:00.000-08:00

NO EDGE TONIGHT!!

November 25th EDGE Is Cancelled, because of

turkey day... you know thanksgiving and all : )

We Love you &

we will see you next week December 2nd!

Remember to be THANKFUL this week,

even for your brothers and sisters,

and especially be thankful for your parents!

Laugh and enjoy yourself!

We will miss you guys!

EDGE SNOW TRIP 2009

2008-11-19T16:33:00.001-08:00

Hey Gang its that time of year.

Spots are already filling up so hurry and register now:

DETAILS:

When: Jan 30Th - Feb 1st
(Leave Fri Morning back sun by 1:30 pm)

Where we are STAYING:
Pine Crest Chalet

Where we are PLAYING:
Dodge Ridge Resort

How Much Does this COST:
$200: (Covers: most meals, transportation lodging, & Gas)
*** This Price DOSE NOT INCLUDE: your boots, boards, ski's OR LIFT TICKET.
*** We only Board/Ski for one day

LIFT TICKETS:
13-19 years old $41
11 & 12 years old $16
(Lift Tickets often are cheaper close to when we leave. We will keep you posted)

Questions: Todd Or Melinda @ 426.0207

DEPOSIT:
$50 - (Non refundable if you cancel, unless we fill your spot)

*****Space is LIMITED! So Get your Deposit in ASAP*****

Laser tag TONIGHT

2008-11-18T13:24:00.000-08:00

Hey Gang... This is what to expect TONIGHT at EDGE:

Here are the details

1. Brang $3 (that's for 2 games of Laser tag)

2. Be at the church at 7... we leave at 7:10 pm

3. Return to the church at 8:30

4. Edge ends at 9

So fun CAN'T Wait!!

***Call us if you have questions: 831.426.0207 ***

ext 104: Melinda ext 107: Todd

Parent Note: All Drivers are approved volunteers over the age of 21 and covered by the church insurance. Todd and Melinda Trust them and are very specific on details & instructions with driving safety.

EDGE Tonight November 11th

2008-11-10T19:12:00.000-08:00

TONIGHT

a couple of crazy games, 2 inside and 1 outside.

And a very special Guest Speaker!

He is making his speaking debut at EDGE! Don't Miss it!

EDGE Tonight

2008-11-04T18:46:00.000-08:00

Hey Everybody, I forgot to blog today.

If you are reading this now.

WE DO HAVE EDGE TONIGHT!

Nov 4. 7pm

tuesday October 28th

2008-10-28T13:26:00.000-07:00

Hey we are going Roller Skating tonight. We are going to be at the Roller skating Rink on Seabright. Come at or after 7pm tonight. We would like you to bring $5 or a snack to share.

Oh yah. you should dress up since it is also a costume party.

We will be done @ 9pm.

2008-10-27T22:33:00.000-07:00

This Tuesday Night

Meet us at the Santa Cruz Roller Palladium

7 to 9 pm

Brang a Costume

Brang a snack or Brang $5
Brang a friend too : )

Directions: 1606 Seabright Ave. Heading South on Ocean Street (twd the ocean) turn Left on Soquel Ave, and a right on Seabright Ave. The Roller Palladium is on your left hand side.

See you all at 7 pm.

PARENTS: PLEASE BE THERE AT 9 pm to pick up your kiddos! Thanks!

I LOVE EDGE.

2008-10-27T10:31:00.000-07:00

Sometimes at Edge Creative things just happen...Two Students felt compelled a few weeks ago to make this LOVELY DESSERT for Edge. All Where so excited. In Fact All the edge people just kept coming up to the table and saying things like, "Oohh! That's So Cool, Who made that? WOoah Does that say I HEART Edge? So we took a picture, and asked the ladies to write a note. Shortly after the taking of this picture this cookie quickly disappeared to a hungry jr high mob. This is what the girls note said:

"MELINDA & ANNIE are

the Bomb Digity of Edge

and Edge is the BOMB

Digity of LIFE."

(Written by two Edge cookie Brownie makers)

HEY PARENTS

With that lovely picture. Just wanted to let you Parents know that for the Month of October, November & December Helen Mackenzie is our EDGE MOM. What Can you do to Help?

Call Helen and set up a day for snack in the months of October, November or December.
Call Melinda and sign up for snacks 831.426.0207 ext 104 (she will call Helen)
Call Melinda and sign up for EDGE MOM: January, February, and March.

Thanks Again.

karaoke

2008-10-21T14:39:00.000-07:00

YES TONIGHT at EDGE!! Because you have asked for it, We the people of EDGE are bringing out the mic's and have a ton of Songs for you to choose from!
So see you tonight 7 - 9

*Note: you Don't have to sing. You can have fun watching, our jumping on stage for Karaoke! Our point is: its up to you my friends!

This could be you!!

Parents Night TONIGHT

2008-10-14T16:42:00.001-07:00

Hello Friends...

EDGE TONIGHT is STILL EDGE

Your Parents will be held at a distance in another room. You still get enjoy your time with all the leaders just remeber to bring your parents. I promise we will send them home when they are done.

NORMAL EDGE TONIGHT 7 - 9 pm
in EDGE ROOM

PARENT MEETING 7 - 8 pm
in the ACE Building

One of our Leaders Annie is Speaking and Ooh the Games are Fantastic : )

ps Kareokee is NEXT WEEK

Image + Ultimate = What will happen at EDGE TONIGHT

2008-10-07T17:20:00.000-07:00

This is one of the things we are playing tonight.

But here is the thing...
When it comes to Edge...
Nothing is Normal...

When it comes to EDGE it is always Ultimate or Extreme!

See you tonight!

Don't Forget to Brang your friends!

Flour Ball

2008-09-30T15:55:00.000-07:00

Tonight at EDGE Here is what is about to happen : ) Just so you know the picture above is a picture of:

wiffle ball + section of nylon + Flour inside = the ULTIMATE FLOUR BALL making contact with the bat.

I will bring up more photos later of how it all went. For now here are photos where Leader Mike Jones, and I (Melinda (1 or 2) Youth pastor) practice and set up the game.

Whew Let me just say that we had AN AMAZING TIME! I cannot Wait to see what happens Tonight!

Karaoke

2008-09-25T14:50:00.000-07:00

There has been a BUZZ...

What shall I say about Karaoke at Edge?

Will it happen ohh Yes Yes it will

WAIT FOR IT! WAIT FOR IT!!

COMING SOOON

Ohh the madness begins!

2008-09-15T15:54:00.001-07:00

Hello Friends!

Who are we you say?

We are a Junior High Youth Group that resides down the street from USCS

in Santa Cruz, California.

We are on the 850 of High Street : )

Here are some random facts about us:

We meet on Tuesday nights from 7 pm to 9 pm
We believe in shananagans durring the games we play
Our leaders are just about as crazy if not more than the students that hang out with in the blue walls
We have a leader named Mike Jones*...but not that mike jones
Anyone in 7th or 8th grade can hang out
If you drive with your head out the window on a tuesday night you will hear us
We play games, we run in circles, & we have an AMAZING TIME
We learn about this Guy Named JESUS and talk about what he was about.
When it comes to GOD we ask Questions about who, what, & HOW?
There is NEVER a wrong or silly Question about God.
Todd Trowbridge is a Youth Pastor Here.
Melinda Bernal is a Youth Pastor Here.
Our Leaders have names like: Tim, Timmy, Annie, Kaja, Mike Jones*, Austin, Patrick & more to come.

In reality we think this quote is true...we at EDGE hang out in the midst of the "MORPH"

"everyone is like a butterfly, they start out ugly
and awkward and then morph into beautiful graceful butterflies that everyone loves"
~ Drew Barrymore

We are conserned with the MORPH. What is the Morph all about anyway?

We talk about it and hang out in the midst of it, and we have fun while we are at it!

Come Join us...