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First Methodist Church has joined the Tim Tebow Foundation in celebrating people with special needs.

Friday, 02/09/2024 @ 6PM – 9PM 

Sampson County Expo Center – 414 Warsaw Rd, Clinton, NC 28328

 

(910) 890-3828

What is Night to Shine?

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Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs ages 14 and older.
This coming year, on Friday, February 9, 2024, Night to Shine will celebrate its tenth anniversary as hundreds of churches and volunteers come together to honor  thousands of guests with special needs. Our church is so excited to join other churches around the globe in hosting this unforgettable night!

About First Methodist Church

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We at First Methodist seek to love God and neighbor and grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. We are excited to see God use the Night to Shine event bring our community together to serve God and show his love to all people in our community. We pray he will use us to bridge the gaps in denominations and glorify God in serving him as one community of believers.

Why Night to Shine?

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Impact

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Night to Shine celebrates the uniqueness of each individual guest by providing an unforgettable night where they are welcomed, valued and loved!

“When I was at one of the proms last year, a beautifully dressed queen of the prom was hugging me when the girl’s mom leaned over and whispered with tears in her eyes, ‘My daughter will never get married and she will never have children, but tonight you made her feel like a princess!’”

– Tim Tebow

Sharing God's Love

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Night to Shine shares the joy that is found in God’s love for each and every person.

“From the moments the guests of honor reached the front door to the smiles on their faces as they were greeted and walked down the red carpet, it was obvious that the joy of the Lord was in each of their hearts.”

– Peggy Hyland, Volunteer for Christ’s Church at Mason in Ohio

Love & Support

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Following Night to Shine, we have been encouraged to see countless churches develop continued programs for people with special needs.

Through Night to Shine, we hope people with special needs realize that their church can be a place where they are loved and feel welcomed.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there a minimum age to Volunteer?

For overall volunteers, the minimum age is 14, for buddies its 16 and anyone under 18 would need a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian.

What activities are provided at Night to Shine?

Every guest of Night to Shine enters this complimentary event on a red carpet complete with a warm welcome from a friendly crowd and paparazzi. Once inside, guests receive the royal treatment, including hair and makeup stations, shoe shining stations, limousine rides, corsages and boutonnieres, a karaoke room, a catered dinner, prom favors for each honored guest, a Respite Room for parents and caretakers, and, of course, dancing! The highlight of the night comes when every one of the Night to Shine guests is crowned a king or queen of the prom!

When is the next Night to Shine event?

Friday, February 9, 2024

Where is the event being hosted?

Night to Shine 2024 will be hosted around the globe by hundreds of churches. To find a host church near you, please visit www.timtebowfoundation.org/night-to-shine/#map. You may register as a guest or volunteer for Night to Shine by contacting your local church.

Our event is at the Sampson Exposition Center 414 Warsaw Rd, Clinton, NC 28328

Who can attend Night to Shine?

Night to Shine is open to anyone with special needs ages 14 and older.

When will I be able to register to attend Night to Shine 2024?

October-January (or until attendance is full)

When will I be able to register to volunteer for Night to Shine 2024?

October-January (or until volunteer needs are full)

What should I wear?

We encourage you to dress up in your favorite formalwear (dress, gown, suit or tux) or whatever makes you feel beautiful or handsome!

What positions can I volunteer for?

Volunteers will be able to serve in some of the following way: Activity Stations, Decorating, Flowers, Food Service, Guest Buddy, Guest and Volunteer Check-In, Paparazzi, Respite Room, Sensory Room, Set-Up, Tear Down, and more!

For any other questions, please contact:

Leslie Seals, [email protected], (910) 890-3828

Thank you to our Local Night to Shine Supporters

Star Communications
Clinton Medical Clinic
HN Carr
Minute Man Foodmart
Primo X Hockey
Gregory Poole Cat
Matthews Drug Store
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