“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young,
but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love,
in faith and in purity”
[1 Timothy 4:12 NIV]
Powerpoint vision & value statements:
Powerpoint is…
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An inviting, engaging, secure event where young people encounter God, are challenged in their faith, and are encouraged to pursue holiness.
Powerpoint believes…
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The Bible is God’s inspired word which is accurate, living, and relevant to our every
day lives.
[2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21]
There is one true God who exists forever as God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit, who created and sustains the universe, and who desires to redeem all of his creation.
[Genesis 1:1, Matthew 28:19-20]
That sin has separated us all from God and His purpose for our lives, but that Jesus came to die on the cross in our place, came back to life three days later, and now offers each of us forgiveness and eternal life in heaven.
[John 3:16, Romans 5:8-12]
That in order to receive the free gift of forgiveness we must repent of our sins, put our trust in Jesus Christ, and follow His will for our lives.
[Ephesians 2:8-10, Acts 3:19]
That God has equipped believers with the gifts we need to glorify Him, fulfil our role in the Church, and serve the community around us.
[Ephesians 4:11-13, Colossians 3:17]
Powerpoint aims to…
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Teach the Bible I Worship God I Support the Local Church
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The senior Powerpoint team is also accountable to the event’s Council of
Reference, a group of individuals who provide advice and support whilst holding
us accountable to our vision:
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Jackie Ringan, SU Scotland East team leader
Paul Davie, Director of Alpha Scotland
Nick Blair, founding member of the event
Karl Martin, Senior Pastor at Morningside Baptist Church
Dave Richards, Rector at St Paul’s and St George’s
Ollie Clegg, Youth Minister at Holy Trinity Wester Hailes