MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

By
Real Estate Sales Representative

Here's something I think is REALLY WORTH TALKING ABOUT!

CHRIST FOR LIFE SKATE CHURCH 

Christ for life

This outreach is lead by Tara and Buck Chavarria

How Christ For Life Sk8 Church Began     One day in July Buck and Tara had a large going away party for some friends and they ended up with a ton of food left over. Tara was standing in the kitchen and literally heard a voice say "bring it to the skate park". Not only was she scared but it was weird to hear God so audibly, and no way was she going to go to the skate park and just serve food. She tried to go about her day and she just couldn't get that voice to go away. So Tara packed all the food and lemonade in the back of her car and when Buck got home they decided to go to the skate park. All they did was feed everyone and meet them and it exhilarated them! Buck & Tara continued every Thursday and by the time it got cold they moved the dinner to their own house and had about 15 kids on average that came every Thursday. Sometimes they give a talk sometimes they just hang out.

The Minsitry 

Christ for Life sk8 Church is a faith based, non-denominational organization that brings the Gospel to skateboarders and their culture in a fun, relevant, and non-threatening way. Our goal is to meet you where you are and show you the love of Christ. You do not have to skateboard to hang out!

Tara and Buck would like to construct thier own skate park to use year round. There will be a middle school night, a high school night, and an over 18 night. There will be an hour of skating, a short message, and then another ½ hour of skating. All participants must stay through the whole time. Their goal is to provide a safe drug and alcohol free place where kids and young adults can hear a positive message.

Here is a 3 acre parcel in Steamboat Springs

Petrillo

It offers Sk8 Church everything needed to make the dream come true! Take a look at this...

CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN

There are fundraisings you can get yourself involved in and you can give to the ministry. To get involved in the fundraising activities being held contact CHRIST FOR LIFE SKATE CHURCH  You can also donate money to the ministry. It would be appreciated greatly

Missions CFL sends out missions to places like Denver to reach the community.

 

 

Comments (4)

Alexander Harb
Knights Investing - Mesquite, TX
Dallas, Texas Real Estate Investing

Sounds like fun...............I am tapped out right now.... but maybe in the future when you post more...I will give.....

Thanks for posting this!!

=-)

May 14, 2008 11:27 AM
Sharon Morlock
Steamboat Springs, CO

Alexander, thank you for the reply to my post, it really means a lot to me that you took the time to see this fantastic group! Sk8 Church has given my 14 year old son a group he can connect with on his own terms, there is a great bond between the kids that participate. In our small town its tough for kids that skate & snowboard to be looked at as being nothing but trouble. With Sk8 Church I know, no matter what society says or thinks about our kids, they are very polite, grateful, trusting, whole heart/minded young people! I will let you know how the Christ For Life Skate Church moves fforward to their goal! God Bless You!

May 14, 2008 11:58 AM
Tom Plant
WINEormous.com - Murrieta, CA

Sharon - It sounds like a wonderful place and a great group of people.

May 17, 2008 03:16 AM
Sharon Morlock
Steamboat Springs, CO

Tom, thank you for taking the time to read about skate church, it really is a wonderful group and they are very anxious for a new place to call home...they really depend on others for support. Please keep this organization in mind! We appreciate everything!

May 19, 2008 09:29 AM