Rev. 2/02/10 The Future of FPC The youth of First Presbyterian are active on a number of fronts. Youth Sunday, when they take responsibility for the entire worship service, is a special event. They consistently enthrall the rest of the congregation with theatrical plays that address religious and social issues, as well as showcase their considerable talents. Several FPC youth also participate in FPCs Bell Choir - an intergenerational opportunity to make a joyful noise in worship. Under the leadership of FPCs new Youth Director, Christy D'Ambrosio, our youth are crafting an Environmental Impact Statement, to reduce our carbon footprint and raise our congregation's awareness of the environment. They've enjoyed weekend retreats to Camp Hebron, delighted the audience in 2009 with "Godspell Junior", and are now hard at work on "The Roar of the Devils . . . the Small Voice of God" to be presented on Sunday, March 7, 2010 immediately following our 10:45 am service. Christy D'Ambrosio's adaptation of "The Roar of the Grease Paint . . . the Smell of the Crowd" will be accompanied by FPC's own Albert Wood. FPC's Youth Contingent cooperates in annual work camp projects, deploying their skills and energies in support of persons in need. In recent years, they have made trips to work camps in Puerto Rico, North Carolina and Utah, Texas, Georgia and Michigan. This coming summer, youth completing 5th through 8th grade will be going to the Montreat Middle School Conference in South Carolina - to join other Presbyterian Middle Schoolers from across the country. What's past is more than prolog. In March of 2009, ten FPC middle schoolers staged a production of Godspell, choreographed by Amy Scarlett, staged by Christy D'Ambrosio, and accompanied by Fiona McKinney. A compelling story, with challenging and entertaining music, and some humorous dialog to delight the audience. Ten young women were empowered, taking turns representing Jesus Christ (the blue t-shirt was the cue). Harnessing their boundless energy could reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.