2008 "Youth P.E.P.-Plus Contest Winners"...

The following are the actual photos and wording of the 2008 "Youth P.E.P.-Plus Contest" first and second place winners from the statewide contest...

Traditional Artist Created Posters:

6-8 Age Group:

First Place - Victoria Coldren (York County)

Second Place - Chase Weaver (Fayette County)
 

9-11 Age Group:

First Place - Tyler Long (Cumberland County)

Second Place - Emily Nicholson (Fayette County)

12-14 Age Group:

First Place - Natalie Shank (Franklin County)

Second Place - Amanda Lehman (York County)

15-19 Age Group:

First Place - Heather Noecker (Berks County)

Second Place - Missy Myers (York County)
 

Computer Generated Mini Posters:

6-8 Age Group:

First Place - Ryan Long (Cumberland County)

Second Place - Abriana Ritenour (Fayette County)
 

9-11 Age Group:

First Place - Lynn Finkenbinder (Cumberland County)

Second Place - Emilee Bard (Franklin County)
 

12-14 Age Group:

First Place - Brooke Lehman (Cumberland County)
 

15-19 Age Group:

First Place - Crystal Barndt (Somerset County)

Second Place - Lindsay Hurley (Cumberland County)
 

T-Shirt Contest:

6-8 Age Group:

First Place - Harrison Reisinger (Cumberland County)

Second Place - Faith Firestone (Fayette County)

9-11 Age Group:

First Place - Jalynn Knopsnider (Fayette County)

Second Place - Bailey Shetron (Cumberland County)
 

12-14 Age Group:

First Place - Kayla Richwine (Cumberland County)
 

Second Place - Sarah Ritenour (Fayette County)
 

15-19 Age Group:

First Place - Kiara Ream (Somerset County)
 

Second Place - Courtney Lescalleet (Cumberland County)
 

Writing Contest (Poems & Essays):

6-8 Age Group:

     First Place - Madison Markley (Cumberland County):

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?

He would free us.

He would save us know matter what!

He would help us.

9-11 Age Group:

     First Place - Matthew Barndt (Somerset County):

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?

Christians are one to ask, "What would Jesus do?", but what we often need more is to ask ourselves and one another, what would He do. When I was younger I had trouble sharing toys of mine with my five older sisters. When I became a little older, I thought of what Jesus would've done if he were to be playing with friends or relatives. Now I do what to make a point, that we are not perfect. We are humans, we sin but what is in growing in our spiritual walk with God is learning to start playing the dusty cards at the bottom of the deck, the ones that imply that we must follow the right path to Heaven. I must write, when I use the phrase, "What Would Jesus Do?" it makes life a whole lot easier. No hesitations, no long thoughts, its either He would or He wouldn't. Now of course watching TV is something Jesus wouldn't have done because He had no TV! But put in perspective, would he watch a channel that is friendly in God's work? So the next time you open grandma's cookie jar and try to sneak a chocolate chip cookie, think "What Would Jesus Do?"

 

Second Place - Luke Bruner (Fayette County):

WWJD

12-14 Age Group:

     First Place - Sarah Ritenour (Fayette County):

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?

What would Jesus do is a powerful question! I sometimes think if Jesus had not come into the world at all, what would the world be like today? It is already bad enough with all the stealing and killing in the world. If people would stop and think, "What would Jesus do" before doing something wrong, would they still go through with their wrongdoing?

The answer to this question depends on whether we know Jesus. In order to know Jesus we need to learn about Him by going to Sunday school and hearing about his life and teachings. Jesus taught us to serve God, to love, help and teach others and to accept each other.

What would Jesus do? He would influence those around him to apply this question to their daily lives and make choices about what they were facing based on what He has taught them. He would pray to God and ask for His help. He would help those around him that don't have a place to sleep or food to eat by giving up what He had. He would show love to those around Him whether they were different in looks or the way they talked.

I know that's what Jesus would do in my heart and mind. We are the agents of change and we have the power to make a difference in the world. So if you're thinking about doing something bad, stop and think, "What Would Jesus REALLY Do?"

     Second Place - Kelsey Hurley (Cumberland County):

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?

Jesus is the man

Who had a great plan

The plan to help others

And unite all brothers

When he came to this world

He began as my Lord.

He was sent to us by our

Father, our god

To save us from our sins.

He walked, talked and

Preached to all the people.

To follow in God's footsteps.

I follow in those footsteps

Everyday and every night

To remind me,

What Jesus would do.

15-19 Age Group:

     First Place - Lindsay Hurley (Cumberland County)

WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?

I am not perfect, and only God knows

How many times I forget

And step on others toes.

I really do regret and repent my sins

When I am wrong and temptation gives in.

I ask Jesus to help me along

And thank him everyday.

For forgiveness, sometimes in a song.

Wherever I go,

I know Jesus will be my shadow.

He is there for me,

When I am walking the street alone.

Through all my struggles he carries me,

And lifts me up high, when I can't pull myself up.

Jesus gave me many wonders,

Of the world today.

He saved me from a fight, and talked me out of mistakes.

He gave me a reason to live,

And gives me joy throughout the seasons.

I thank him everyday, for he is the person

That I look up to to remind me,

What Jesus would do.

     Second Place - Alex Keslar (Fayette County):

GREAT DAY

I wish, I wish upon a star

that I had a brand new, shiny car.

I wish I was playing a baseball game too

and possibly hit a ball to the Pittsburgh Zoo.

Then I'd stand on the mound with glee

as the umpire says "STRIKE THREE!!!"

After the game I'd go home and slouch

possibly even fall asleep on the couch.

I would wake up the next morning feeling half dead

thinking about school with a feeling of dread.

After school I'd go watch softball

Man the other team sure looks awful

But, oh well, who cares, the girls still look good

and I'm really looking, like a good boy should.

So you ask me the question, "What would Jesus do?"

Well I'd say he'd make this day come true.