Contineo Monthly Newsletter

May 2026

Note From Pastor Kevin

Hello Contineo students, parents, volunteers, and visitors! This is the monthly newsletter for the Contineo Student Ministry at 22nd Street Baptist Church! Every month, on the first Wednesday of the month, come here to get an update on the ministry and a preview of events to come in the next few months. Every newsletter will also begin with a short devotional where I will reflect on a passage of Scripture.

I hope that these newsletters will keep you informed and encourage you to continue sincerely seeking the Lord as you grow in your faith!

Regular Meetings

Contineo Connect Group
Sundays @ 9:45 AM-10:45 AM

Current Series: Living for the Last Day - A Study of the Book of Revelation



High School Discipleship
"Young Men on Fire"
"Young Women Flourishing in Christ"
Time: 10-11 AM, every 1st Saturday
Location: Black Rock Coffee (1821 Broadway Blvd.)

Next Gathering: June 6

Devotional - The Gospel Matters for You!

Hello Contineo! Lately, I've been reading some books on discipleship, or following Jesus. We are meant to follow Jesus. He is our Lord and Savior. He died for us on the cross and was raised three days later. From these books, I've come away reminded of a central truth: the gospel is central to the Christian life.

What is the gospel? The word "gospel" means "good news." It is the good news of who Jesus is and what he has done for us. It begins with bad news: that we are all sinners. "Sin" is the Bible's word for everything that is wrong with the world: evil actions, disease, conflict, war, etc. Sin is destructive to everything God created. God hates sin because he loves his creation. He loves you and me, so he desires that we be restored and be able to have a relationship with him. But sin keeps us from being able to have a relationship with God.

So, what did God do? God sent his Son, Jesus Christ, who became a man and died on the cross in your and my place, for you and me. Why did he do this? Because Jesus loves you and me and wants us to have a relationship with God. The amazing truth of the gospel is that you can have a new life - a new and living relationship with God - through faith in Jesus. To have faith in someone means to trust them. If you place your faith in Jesus Christ, the promise is that God will forgive you of your sin and give you a new life in Jesus. This is the gospel.

What does the gospel tell us? It tells us many things, but I want to narrow it down to a few key truths. These truths apply to you today. They are central to everything in your life.

1. Because of sin, you can do nothing to restore your relationship to God. In your own power, you cannot save yourself.
2. God loves you, despite your sin. His love moved him to make the ultimate sacrifice for you on the cross.
3. If you have placed your faith in him, you can be sure that you are fully secure in his love. He loves you and will never let you go.

This month, consider how these truths apply to your life. How do they apply when you pray? How do they apply when you interact with friends or family? Who in your life can you tell about the gospel this month? Live for him this month and all the time!

Upcoming Events

Zona Camp 2026

Zona Camp 2026

Registration for Zona Camp 2026 is almost here! It will go up in mid-January. This is an amazing youth camp where we gather in California, worship the Lord, and learn more about what it looks like to follow Jesus. When registration begins, the signup link will go on the Newsletter.

Parents/guardians must sign up for their students. You can begin the sign-in process by clicking here.
Individual registration instructions can be found here.

More information can be found by clicking the image to the right.

If you have any questions, please let Pastor Kevin know!

School's Out for Summer<br><span style="font-weight: normal;">May 29 @ 6:30 PM-12:30 AM</span><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span>

School's Out for Summer
May 29 @ 6:30 PM-12:30 AM

School's almost out! Celebrate the end of the school year with us on May 29 by gathering with other students from across Tucson for a time of fun, food, and games. We'll be fighting a Nerf War (bring your own blaster), having a Lip Sync Battle, enjoying pizza & ice cream, and taking a trip to Skate Country until late at night! Don't miss it!

To attend, have your parent/guardian sign the permission slip, and pay $10 to help cover food and Skate Country. If you have any questions or concerns about either of these, please let Pastor Kevin know!



Meme of the Month

SCHOOL'S ALMOST OUT! We're all excited for sure. However, make sure you stay focused on ending the school year well. We're praying for you as the school year comes to an end.