HAVEN HUB
Haven Student Parent Resources
December 7 - 13
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Sunday School: December 7th (9-10am)
Youth Group: No more youth group for the rest of the semester!
Noche Haven: This year’s Noche Haven is on Friday, December 12. Register below for a festive, fun-filled night!
Winter Retreats (2026)!: Middle school deadline to register with early bird rate: December 10th.
Chow and Chat: December 21st. Register below!
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Check out what we’re learning about in Haven!
Our Sunday School lesson for this week is based off of Romans 9:30-10:21.
Verse of the Week:
"Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” —Romans 10:9Here are a few questions you can ask your kids to help engage with them throughout the week:
What are ways that you try to earn God's favor with your actions? What would it look like to receive righteousness instead of trying to achieve it?
Have you ever shared your faith with anyone? Has anyone ever talked to you about Jesus out of the blue? If you're really honest with yourself, what hinders you from telling your friends (or complete strangers) about Jesus?
Main Takeaway:
Rather than working our way to being right with God, in Christ, God offers us a perfect righteousness that we simply receive. Rather than demanding perfect performance, God asks us to believe in Him and confess that Jesus is Lord.
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We're here to come alongside you as you disciple your children!
Here is one resource that might be helpful to you this week:
As we step into the Christmas season, it’s important to help our students remember what we’re celebrating. Axis has put together an Audio Advent experience designed to help families reflect meaningfully on Christmas together. Each day of Advent 2025: For the Record includes a familiar Christmas song — from familiar, classics to new renditions — paired with a short reflection and a parent follow-up question to start a discussion with your student. Whether you’re driving to activities, sitting down for dinner, or winding down for the evening, these daily episodes (less than five minutes each!) offer a simple, heartfelt way for you and your student to listen and talk about the hope, peace, joy, and love that Christmas represents, while also partaking in the spiritually formative, liturgical practice, and tradition of Advent!
The Haven team and I hope and pray that this helps you as you disciple your students. Remember, we are here for you and your kids. Please feel free to reach out if you're facing any challenges.
Register for Upcoming Events
When: January 9–11, 2026
Where: Camp Southwind, Ocklawaha, FL
How Much: $250
Deadline to Register: Wednesday, December 10th
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend designed just for middle schoolers! The Southland Middle School Winter Retreat brings together students from churches across Florida for a time of powerful worship, engaging teaching, and meaningful community. Students will hear from Michael Puckett, youth pastor at Seven Rivers Church, and worship will be led by The Swartz Bros., which will create an environment where students can grow deeper in their faith and connect with God and one another in authentic and deep ways.
Throughout the weekend, middle school students will enjoy super fun activities including lake time, outdoor games, group challenges, and late-night conversations. It’s a perfect mix of adventure, laughter, and spiritual growth, where students can unplug, reflect, and experience God’s presence in a fresh way.
So come ready for a weekend of worship, teaching, fun, and fellowship as we draw closer to Christ together!
Parents will receive the full packing list, dress code, and additional forms in an email following registration, so please be on the lookout for that.
Please note that clothing should be modest and activity-appropriate (fingertip-length shorts, no crop tops, one-piece swimsuits, etc.) as per Southland's policy.
Middle School Southland Winter Retreat
When: Friday, December 12
Where: Bogk Household
How Much: FREE! (Please select the dish you will be bringing during registration)
What Time: 7-10
Join us for our infamous Noche Haven for lots of Christmas fun, good food, and our legendary white elephant gift exchange!
Please bring a wrapped gift. It does not have to be a purchased gift it can be something from around the house. It should be something funny or fun, something that everyone wants or no one wants! If you do purchase a gift it should not be more than $20.
The Bogk's address will be sent in the registration confirmation email!
Noche Haven
Every third Sunday of the month, middle and high school students are invited to join us for Haven Chow & Chat! After the worship service, we’ll head out to lunch together with some of our amazing Haven volunteers.
This monthly outing is all about connection—students will have the chance to relax, share a meal, and get to know both their peers and the leaders who walk alongside them in their faith.
When: Sunday, December 21(right after service)
Who: Middle & High School students
Cost: $15
This Month’s Location: Fuddruckers (Palmetto Bay)
Registration Deadline: Friday, December 19th
Come hungry for good food and even better conversation!
Haven Chow and Chat
When: February 20–22, 2026
Where: Camp Southwind, Ocklawaha, FL
How Much: $250
High schoolers! Prepare for a high-school-level getaway where fun, faith, and fellowship collide! This weekend is designed for high school students seeking an intentional break from the ordinary and who want an opportunity to worship, connect, and grow in their walk with Christ.
Join students and leaders from across Florida for dynamic worship and teaching led by speaker Kelly Jackson (RUF Campus Minister at FSU) and worship from Seven Rivers Worship. Students will also dive into a full lineup of outdoor adventures including but not limited to: lake activities, field games, springs and state parks, and late‐night hangouts and group times where lifelong friendships and faith will grow deeper roots.
Parents will receive the full packing list, dress code, and all additional forms in an email following registration, so please be on the lookout for that.
Please note that clothing should be modest and activity-appropriate (fingertip-length shorts, no crop tops, one-piece swimsuits, etc.) as per Southland's policy.
Get ready to step out of your routine, draw near to God, and come away with fresh vision and community. We hope to see you there!
High School Southland Winter Retreat
“Haven means joy, family and friends. A place where everyone can feel comfortable.” -Addi (8th grade)
