The Thrift Shop Prom at Redemption Christian Church launches the second semester of the teen outreach ministry, The Well. Music was provided by DJRerum.
Students from around the area attended Redemption Christian Church’s (formerly Christian Church of Jasper) annual teen ministry kickoff Wednesday evening.
Each year, organizers hold a special event to begin the new semester of The Well. This year’s theme was a thrift shop prom. Students and coaches were encouraged to shop at local thrift shops to create ensembles for the fun dance.
“The prom introduces students into our programming and ministry,” Redemption Student Minister Corey Andry said. “It’s a first step to get them through the door and introduce them to the gospel. We believe Christianity is fun and we want them to know that as well.”
Student Minister Corey Andry called out to the teens and coaches chosen to take part in the best-dressed contest. The prize was a $15 gift certificate.Kyle Allen, 14, of Ireland danced with his friends at Thrift Shop Prom held at Redemption Christian Church Wednesday evening.Amos Buschkoetter, 13, of Jasper, competed in the lip sync contest during the Thrift Shop Prom held at Redemption Christian Church Wednesday evening. His performance of the Beyonce song “Single Ladies” ended up winning the contest.Youth coaches (from left) Sarah Weatherwax, Mike Weisensteiner, Liz Meyer and Amy Crane took advantage of a photo booth provided by Your Photobooth of Washington.AJ Kirkhoff, 15, and Maggie Stephenson, 14, both NE Dubois students, lip-synced Adele’s song “Hello” as a duet.Nolan Harmon and Olivia Ruckriegel, both seniors at Jasper High School, were named king and queen of the Thrift Shop Prom.
