ANNOUNCEMENT: Annual Bible Quiz Team Christmas Party

It's that time of year again!  The annual Bible Quiz Team Christmas Party will be held on Friday, December 7.  And both Trumbull and Monroe will be celebrating together!

WHEN:  Friday, December 7
STARTING TIME:  6:00 PM
ENDING TIME:  About 9:00 PM
WHERE:  Calvary Evangelical Free Church in Trumbull, CT (Fellowship Hall)
WHO IS INVITED:  Quizzers and their families
WHAT DO I BRING:  A potluck dish for each family and each quizzer is invited to take part in the "Gift Game".
WHAT IS THE "GIFT GAME":  Similar to a "Yankee Swap", each participant will bring a wrapped gift worth between $5 and $10.  Then we'll go around the room and play the game to figure out who gets what gift.

Hope to see you all there!

ANNOUNCEMENT: Quiz Team Kickoff on September 5

It's that time again!  Time for another year of Bible Quizzing.  Come on out at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, September 5 for our annual kickoff event!  Both parents and teens are welcome to come, see what we do, ask any questions, and meet the coaches.  There is no commitment for coming out to the kickoff, so bring along any friends interesting in joining the team.

NEWS: Monroe Bible Quiz Team

If you've been checking your e-mail, you're probably already aware of this. But we wanted to make this official for those who might have missed it. Coach Mark and Coach Matt will be attempting to start a new Bible Quiz Team over at Beacon Hill Church in Monroe, CT for the 2012-2013 season! We presented the ministry to the church for the first time at their Ministry Fair in May, and got a lot of positive feedback and several sign-ups.

Please be praying for this new ministry program, and visit us now and again over at MonroeBibleQuiz.Com!

ANNOUNCEMENT: Quiz Team Homecoming on Wednesday, December 21

This notice has already gone out to most emeritus quizzers via Facebook or e-mail, but please pass this along to any who may not have heard yet.

WHAT IS IT? Quiz Team Homecoming for Former Quizzers of All Ages!

WHEN IS IT? Wednesday, December 21 from 7 PM to 9 PM

WHERE IS IT? Calvary Church, the Round Room

WHAT DOES IT ENTAIL? Former quizzers are invited to come and quiz with the current team on Hebrews, chapter 13, and then stay for a welcome-back celebration with snacks! Come on our to see friends from years past, and encourage the quizzers studying hard today!

DOES IT COST ME ANYTHING? Not a dime. Unless you count the gas for the car, oats for the horse, or shoe-leather for your moccasins to get here.

MY MOM/DAD/UNCLE/AUNT/ROOMMATE WAS A FORMER QUIZZER. SHOULD I ASK THEM TO COME? Absolutely! Anyone who ever quizzed on the Calvary Church quiz team is invited! Pass the word!

ANNOUNCEMENT: Christmas Party on December 9!

It's again time for our annual Bible Quiz Team Christmas Party! This year, the party will be on December 9 and we're hoping all quizzers and their families can attend!

WHEN IS IT? December 9, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

WHERE IS IT? Calvary Church in the old Fellowship Hall (downstairs in the old building)

WHO IS INVITED? All quizzers and their families.

WHAT IS THE COST? There is no monetary cost, but we ask each family to bring an appetizer, entree, or desert. Please contact Coach Jim to work out the details for your family.

WHAT WILL WE DO? Eat a good dinner, conversate, watch a Christmas video, and play our annual "Gift Game".

WHAT IS THE GIFT GAME? All quizzers (but no family members, sorry!) are welcome to bring a wrapped gift costing between $5 and $10. We'll then do our own version of a "Yankee Swap" to see who goes home with which gift. It's lots of fun!

DO I HAVE TO PLAY THE GAME? Nope. We hope you do, but if you don't want to take part, no problem.

ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW? In case of snow, keep an eye here on QuizPad.Com for any cancellation/postponement announcements (but don't expect us to cancel unless things are truly inclement, we've partied through storms before!)

No T-Shirt Orders Tonight

I had planned to bring t-shirts tonight for any quizzers who wanted to buy them before our next Quiz Meet. But I have come down with a nasty cold, and will not be attending practice tonight. I'll start bringing the shirts next week. They can be bought for $15 each.

ANNOUNCEMENT: Books for 2011-2012 Bible Quizzing!

Okay, we've had over a month since Districts and school is coming to an end, so it is time to start thinking about next year. And the books we will be studying for the 2011-2012 Bible Quizzing season will be.... {{DRUM ROLL}}

• Hebrews
• 1 Peter
• 2 Peter

Over the summer months, we'll have a series of posts to introduce you to these books. June will be all about Hebrews, July is 1 Peter month, and August is 2 Peter month. Stay tuned!

ANNOUNCEMENT: Bible Quiz Team Kickoff will be September 1

It's that time again! Time to start the 2010-2011 Bible Quizzing season. Come on out for an introduction to this upcoming year. Quizzers and parents are both invited, and there is no commitment to coming out, so if you have a friend who is interested but not sure, tell them this is their chance!

WHEN: Wednesday, September 1 at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Calvary Church, the Round Room/Missions Room
WHO: Quizzers, Prospective Quizzers, and Parents
WHAT: An introduction to Bible Quizzing in general, and the 2010-2011 season in general. Snacks afterward.

Midwinter is coming, Midwinter is coming!

What is "Midwinter"? Midwinter Quiz is one two major quiz meets that our program takes part in. It is a weekend of quizzing in Lancaster, PA against all of the teams in the Easter District of the EFCA.

When is it? We'll be leaving the evening of Friday, January 22. We'll quiz all day on Saturday, January 23. We'll attend LEFC on Sunday, January 24 and then return home.

What does it cost? There is a $15 registration fee that covers materials costs plus lunch for both Midwinter and Districts (No, there is no refund if you only attend one of the meets.) Add to that Friday dinner, Saturday dinner, and Sunday lunch (at least $6 each) plus any souvenir money you may wish to bring. And gas money will be collected (amount TBD).

What about housing? Housing will be with quizzing/church families in the Lancaster area. Plan to bring a pillow and sleeping bag.

What chapters does Midwinter cover? All of 1 Corinthians, plus 2 Corinthians 1-2

Is there anything I should be sure to pack? Be sure to only pack a sleeping bag, a pillow, a crushable suitcase, and a carry-on that can fit onto your lap. We don't have much room in the vans. Within those, be sure to bring your quizzing book/Bible and questions, your quiz team uniform for Saturday (or a blue shirt, if you do not have one), a set of church clothes for Sunday service (no jeans! you will be allowed to change for the drive home), and WARM clothes (it isn't called Midwinter for nothing).

Can our families attend? Parents and siblings are welcome to come and watch. However, all costs - meals, house, etc. - will be yours to cover. We will let you know if you can "buy into" the Saturday meal. Families will have to transport themselves there and back as well.

REMINDER: Bible Bee signups due by April 30!

We have received another e-mail from our local Bible Bee chairman who has asked us to remind you that signups for the National Bible Bee are due by April 30. You must participate in the local Bible Bee in order to be eligible for the national one.

April is the Last Month to Sign Up for the 2009 National Bible Bee. April 30th is the deadline...

The National Bible Bee is open to everyone 7-18 (as of Nov. 6, 2009). The local round will be held September 12th in Westport, and the winners will advance to the nationals in Washington D.C. A study guide will be available May 1, and it will provide a great opportunity for families to spend time together in preparation talking about what the bible says.

And by the way – it is not all from rote memory, most of it is multiple choice – so kids don’t have to worry about freezing up and being eliminated. There will be many questions which are general knowledge (not tied to a specific verse) and about what it means to be Christian. This will be a very friendly, supportive, and confidence building event.

We strongly recommend quizzers look into this as they are already well-prepared to study and quiz on scripture. And since this is a Bible Bee, jumping speed will not be a factor. To sign up click here.

Please be aware that the local Bee will be the same weekend as the Senior High Fall Retreat. Prayerfully consider which event the Lord would have you attend.