WEEK 20: Review Hebrews & 1 Peter 1-2

This week, please review all chapters studied to date, in preparation for the Midwinter Quiz. This includes:

• Hebrews, All Chapters
• 1 Peter 1
• 1 Peter 2

If you're going to Midwinter and have a lot of catching up to do, focus especially on the last few chapters of Hebrews (Midwinter will be on all of Hebrews). And if you want to specialize, pay special attention to the Reference Questions or Finish-the-Verse Questions lists.

If you have any questions left about Midwinter, here is your mini-summary:

• Departure 3:30 PM on Friday from the church parking lot
• Return Sunday afternoon to the church parking lot
• Bring $18 for your quizzing fee (exact change, if possible)
• Bring money for 3 meals (2 fast-food, 1 Fuddruckers) - $20-$30
• If you want to shop at the Tabernacle Reproduction gift shop or Lancaster Outlets, bring some spending money
• Packing: 1 sleeping bag, 1 pillow, 1 duffle bag for clothes that can fit under your mini-bus seat
• Bring your Quiz Team shirt for Saturday
• Bring clothes appropriate for church on Sunday

We'll see you on Friday! It's going to be a great time!

IMPORTANT: Midwinter Info!

Midwinter Quiz begins NEXT FRIDAY (January 20) so now is the time to sit down and make sure you fully understand what to expect for this fun weekend! Take a moment to read thru this handy-dandy QnA session.

WHAT IS MIDWINTER QUIZ? It is our annual mid-season quiz with ALL of the Quiz Teams in the Eastern District of the EFCA (We expect 6 Upper Division teams, and 4 Lower division teams). It one of only two times in the year that all teams quiz together.

WHEN IS IT? We leave Friday, January 20 after school and return home Sunday, January 22 in the early afternoon.

WHAT TIME DO WE LEAVE ON FRIDAY? About 3 PM from the Calvary Church parking lot. Please be prompt! If you'll be late, tell Jim by Wednesday's practice!

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? There is an $18 quizzing fee which covers all quizzing materials for Midwinter, as well as lunch at both Midwinter and Districts (the season-ending quiz meet). You should also plan for 3 meals - Friday dinner, Saturday dinner, and Sunday lunch. About $20 should be sufficient. Quizzers may wish to bring extra spending money as well.

WHAT DOES EACH DAY ENTAIL?
- Friday will be traveling down to Lancaster, PA (the actual church is in Lititz, PA) and be introduced to our host families.
- Saturday, we will quiz in the morning, have lunch at the church, go to the Tabernacle Recreation after lunch, go to the Outlets, and have dinner at Fuddruckers before returning to host families.
- Sunday, we will attend church at LEFC, stop for lunch, and return to the church between 2 and 4 PM (depending on traffic).

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
1. Quiz Team shirt for Saturday (If you don't have one, wear a BLUE top, if you want one, Coach Mark will be selling them Wednesday)
2. Church clothes for Sunday (NO JEANS, NO SHORTS!)
3. Comfy traveling clothes for Sunday (You will be allowed to change after church)
4. Scripture portion (or full Bible) & any study aids you want
5. A duffle bag for all of your packing. No hard suitcases, please
6. A sleeping bag for sleeping at your host home (a pillow is fine too, but make sure it is packable)
7. If you bring a carry-on for the mini-bus, please make sure it can fit under your seat!
8. A winter coat. Dress warmly! The forecast is unknown at this point, but it is called Mid-Winter for a reason.

WHAT DO WE DO IF THE WEATHER IS INCLEMENT?
Keep an eye on Quizpad.Com. If plans change due to the weather, we'll post all of the information here.

WAIT, I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS! WHAT DO I DO?
Keep an eye here for more info in the days to come. And bring all of your questions to practice on Wednesday.

Details for the Quiz Meet Tomorrow

WHAT TIME DO WE LEAVE THE CHURCH? We're leaving at 7:00 AM. (NOT 7:30 AM, as indicated at practice) Please arrive by 6:50 AM, so that we can load the minibus.

WHERE ARE WE GOING? We'll be quizzing at Sparta Evangelical Free Church in Sparta, NJ

WHAT TIME WILL WE BE BACK? We're looking to be back about 2:00 PM. Teens will be allowed to call their parents when we cross the Tappan Zee Bridge for a more exact timing.

WHAT IS THE COST? Please bring $5 for lunch. Sparta will be providing it.

WHAT CHAPTERS ARE WE QUIZZING ON? We'll be quizzing on Hebrews, chapters 1 through 10.

The Cresskill Quiz Meet is ONE WEEK AWAY

WHAT? Quiz Meet at Cresskill, NJ

WHEN? Next Saturday, March 12

WHAT TIME DO WE LEAVE? 7:30 AM sharp.

WHAT CHAPTERS ARE WE QUIZZING ON? John 1-19

WHAT DO WE NEED TO BRING? $5 for lunch, and a bag of snacks (chips, pretzels, etc.)

WHAT TIME DO WE RETURN? Between 3 and 4 PM, depending on the schedule and the traffic. As usual, we'll ask the teens to call from the Tappan Zee Bridge

CAN YOU STAND ON YOUR HEAD WHILE JUGGLING APRICOTS? No. No I can't. But thanks for asking.

Midwinter Details!

It's time for your friendly, neighborhood frequently-asked-questions post on Midwinter.

WHEN IS IT? This Saturday, January 22
WHERE IS IT? Sparta Evangelical Free Church in Sparta, NJ
WHAT TIME DO WE LEAVE CHURCH? 6:30 AM (Yes, we know it's early.)
WHAT TIME WILL WE BE BACK? Depending on traffic and events, between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST? $16 fee for Midwinter registration (covers lunch here and at Districts) and money for dinner (we'll be stopping on the way home, we recommend about $15)
IS MIDWINTER AN OVERNIGHT THIS YEAR? No. It'll just be a day trip for us all.
WHAT SHOULD WE BRING? If you have a Quiz Team shirt, bring it. Also your scripture portion for studying in the van.
WHAT IF IT SNOWS? Please keep an eye on QuizPad.Com. We're hoping the predicted storm will not affect us. If it does, we'll announce any details here.

Final Districts Reminders

You should already know all of these details from earlier postings and Wednesday's announcements, but here they are again for your last-minute needs.

WHAT TIME DO WE LEAVE?

3:00 PM. Please arrive by 2:45 PM, so we can pack the vans!

WHAT SHOULD I BRING/PACK?

4 outfits. Wear one outfit for travel on Friday, bring your quiz team shirt (or a blue shirt) for quizzing on Saturday and jeans (no shorts during quizzing!), church clothes for Sunday morning (no shorts! no jeans!), and travel clothes to wear after church.

1 duffle bag, 1 sleeping bag, 1 pillow, and a carry-on that fits on your lap.

HOW MUCH MONEY SHOULD I BRING?

$10 for gas, plus money for 3 meals ($10 recommended), plus souvenir money for Chocolate World. At least $40.

WHAT TIME WILL WE GET BACK ON SUNDAY?

Our time getting back will be strongly influenced by traffic. We expect to be home between 3 PM and 5 PM. We'll be able to call parents by cell from the road. (And we'll be posting photos from key points all weekend.)

What do I need to know for Districts?

WHAT IS DISTRICTS?
"Districts" is the year-end quiz meet for the entire Eastern District. Upper Division teams will quiz together, as will Lower Division teams, and a first and second place team will be chosen for each division. Those teams will be eligible to compete at Nationals, this summer.

WHEN IS DISTRICTS?
We're leaving this coming Friday (April 16) from church. (We'll talk exact times at practice on Wednesday.) We'll travel down to Hershey Evangelical Free Church and stay with host families. Saturday (April 17) we'll spend the day quizzing, and then go to Hershey Chocolate World. Sunday (April 18), we'll attend church and then drive home.

HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED TO BRING?
Due to rising gas prices, we need to charge $10 per quizzer for gas. Then you'll need at least $7 per meal for dinner on Friday (Vassi's Hot Dogs) and Saturday (Fuddruckers), and lunch on Sunday (fast food, usually Wendy's). You may also wish to bring extra money for Hershey Chocolate World for souvenirs or a snack.

(Breakfasts will be provided by host families. Lunch on Saturday was paid for by your quizzing registration fee.)

WHAT DO I NEED TO PACK?
Luggage: Plan to bring a crushable suitcase (i.e. duffel bag), a sleeping bag, and a carry-on bag that can fit on your lap in the van.
Clothes: Bring your quiz team t-shirt or a similar blue t-shirt for quizzing. No shorts, please, and no sandals for quizzing in. For Sunday, please bring nice clothes for the service (no shorts, no jeans) - you will be able to change before we travel back. Keep an eye on the weather and keep in mind you may still need a jacket in the evenings in the hills of Pennsylvania.
Everything Else: Bring your scripture portion and any other studying tools that you wish. iPods/MP3 players are allowed, as are cell phones (but they must be turned off for quizzing and church). A frisbee or ball may also be brought along.

If you have more questions, please e-mail the coaches or bring your questions to Wednesday.

Midwinter Reminders

WHEN DO WE LEAVE? This coming Friday at 3 PM. (Contact Coach Jim ASAP if this is a problem.)

WHAT IS THE COST? $15 registration fee + approximately $30 for 3 meals + $5 for gas = $50 (plus any extra for souvenirs)

WHEN DO WE RETURN: Sunday probably about 4 PM, depending on traffic (kids can call from the road when we're an hour out)

WHAT SHOULD WE PACK? Basics: Sleeping bag, pillow, 1 crushable suitcase, 1 carry-on for your lap
Clothes: Quiz team shirts (or a basic blue shirt) for Saturday, Sunday clothes (No jeans! No shorts! No t-shirts!) for church, traveling clothes for Sunday after church, remember a WARM jacket - it IS Midwinter
Other stuff: Scripture portion, Official Question List for studying/cramming

HOW WILL HOUSING WORK? Quizzers will be housed with families from the Lancaster Church in Lititz, PA. If families intend to come along, they should make reservations at local hotels.

WHAT ELSE CAN I DO TO PREPARE FOR MIDWINTER? Study, study, study, and don't forget to get a good night's sleep beforehand. You may also wish to review the rules.

Saturday Quiz Meet Info

This Saturday, November 21, we will be traveling to Essex Fells, NJ for our monthly Quiz Meet. Here are your key data points if you are coming along.

When do we leave? We're departing the church parking lot at 7:00 AM. We recommend teens arrive at 6:45 AM. Seating in the vans is first-come, first-served, so arrive early if you want to choose your place.

What is the cost? Bring $4 for pizza. ($0 for gas, this month).

What chapters are we covering? 1 Corinthians 1-11. All quizzes will be on these 11 chapters.

What time are we getting home? We are usually home between 3 and 4 PM. Plan for 3:30 PM, and the kids will have a chance to call parents from the road when we cross into CT.

Saturday Quiz Meet Info

This Saturday, October 17, we will be traveling to Essex Fells, NJ for our monthly Quiz Meet. Here are your key data points if you are coming along.

When do we leave? We're departing the church parking lot at 7:00 AM. We recommend teens arrive at 6:45 AM. Seating in the vans is first-come, first-served, so arrive early if you want to choose your place.

What is the cost? Bring $10. ($5 for gas, $5 for pizza lunch).

What chapters are we covering? 1 Corinthians 1-6. All quizzes will be on these 6 chapters.

What are we doing after the Quiz? We had hoped to go to the Edison Museum in Edison, NJ, but it did not work out. So, we'll be home right after the Quiz.

What time are we getting home? We are usually home between 3 and 4 PM. Plan for 3:30 PM, and the kids will have a chance to call parents from the road when we cross into CT.

REMINDER: Our first Quiz Meet is one week from TODAY

Out first quiz meet is one week from today (September 22). For some of you it will be your first time, so here are the details you need to know!

WHERE ARE WE GOING?
We will be going to Calvary Church in Essex Fells, NJ.

WHAT TIME DO WE LEAVE?
We will be leaving at 7 AM sharp. Please plan to get to the church at least 10 minutes before that, so we can load up the vans and arrange who goes where.

WHAT CHAPTERS ARE WE QUIZZING ON?
This first one will be short. We're quizzing on only Galatians 1 and 2.

ARE WE DOING ANYTHING ELSE?
Yes. Afterwards, we are going into New York (probably to South Street Seaport) for a couple of hours of sightseeing. We'll be taking the train into the city.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
You are also encouraged to bring your scripture portion for studying in the van and/or before quizzes. (Please be aware that Bibles MUST BE CLOSED during a quiz, even if you are not on the pads at the time.)

Also, please bring $5 for gasoline, $4 for pizza for lunch, $2 for the train, and at least $6 for dinner. $20 to $25 should cover the basics. More if you want souvenirs.

WHAT TIME DO WE GET BACK?
We'll be back between 7 PM and 9 PM, depending on traffic. We usually ask anyone with a cell phone to call their parents when we cross from NY into CT on the way home.

DO I NEED A QUIZ TEAM T-SHIRT?
Quizzers who have Quiz Team T-Shirts are encouraged to wear them. Those without are encouraged to wear a grey t-shirt or sweatshirt so that we look like a team.

CAN I BRING ELECTRONICS?
Appropriate portable electronics (iPod, Gameboy, Cell Phone, etc.) are welcome in the vans, but should not be used in the church. The idea is to provide a way to make the ride go quickly, not to distract from quizzing. If you want to have a chance for your music to be played in the van, please make sure it is Christian music. We don't care about the style, but we do care about the lyrics and intent.