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Youth and Family Ministry
NC Synod, ELCA |
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| Greetings! | 
Walking Together...Sharing Christ! Welcome to the Youth & Family E-news for the NC Synod! |
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Joys and Concerns
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* For all who are without shelter. * For the lonely. * For those without clean water. * For children's laughter. * For lifting our voices in song. * For the gift of friendship. |
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News
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* Bishop's School 2013 - A FEW SPACES LEFT - yes, even after the deadline. GRACE, my friends, grace. The event is designed for in-depth study and discussion of basic theological tenets of the Christian faith. Participants are in class several hours a day, spend time in daily reflection and study, and participate in small groups for reflection. Service projects in and around the community of Columbia will offer numerous opportunities to assist youth in their faith journeys. Faith interviews, a variety of worship opportunities, and local service projects will provide a rich experience away from the campus. Free time is scheduled to help balance learning with reflection and relaxation. Bishop Bolick is the bishop in residence this year. Join him!!!
* 2013 NC Synod Assembly happens May 31-June 1st at Lenoir-Rhyne University. Let's lower the average age of this event!!! Bring your youth or young adults. You can have an additional voting member if they are a youth or young adult. PLUS, it's much more fun when they are present and having a voice in all that we do. Early registration ends April 23rd so don't miss the discount. We have two young adults serving as our chaplains - Daniel Locke and Sarah Embry. Join us!
* The NC Synod Mission Trip has closed. We are at our maximum capacity. We look forward to our service time in Pittsburgh this July. Please keep our group in your prayers as we journey to serve and learn July 7-13.
* On our website we have the opportunity to include pictures (slides really that change) on the homepage. I'd love to have pictures of your trips, events, etc. Email me with a 1-2 paragraph description and see your group on the www.lutheranyouth.org homepage.
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A Story to share...
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"God's work, our hands" - ELCA Malaria Campaign
World Malaria Day is April 25, 2013. We are turning this day into a special week - focusing on the work of the ELCA Malaria Campaign. You and your congregation are invited to join ELCA members across this church in observing World Malaria Day through the ELCA Malaria Campaign on Sunday, April 28, 2013. You can send your offerings to the synod office or bring them with you to our 2013 NC Synod Assembly for the Saturday morning offering.
Danielle Kosanovich, coordinator for the NC Malaria Project, challenged our youth after viewing this clip. Let eradicating malaria be our Space Jam.
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| Calendar | 
April 29-May 1 - Y&F Retreat - Greensboro
May 30 - NC Pre-Assembly Event with Diane Jacobson
May 31 - NC Synod Assembly Forums
May 31-June 1 - NC Synod Assembly
June 24-27 - LYO Board Leadership School
August 12-17 - Churchwide Assembly - Pittsburgh
October 12 - YouthQuake
December 2-4 - Region Nine Y&F Retreat - Lutheridge
2015
July 15-19 - ELCA Youth Gathering - Detroit
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Resource Suggestion
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I'll be highlighting resources - one you can purchase and one that's free. Enjoy and let me know what you'd recommend.
* Children's Bulletin insert for the ELCA Malaria Campaign. FREE
* Malaria Campaign resources - okay so there are two FREE this month.
*  Peer Ministry Doing Likewise - Sixty different scriptures and talk starter cards for your group to create a culture of caring, welcoming and affirming, every day, everywhere and in every relationship. From Luke's Good Samaritan Story; to Micah's do justice, love kindness, walk humbly; to Matthew's Beatitudes, to Deuteronomy's challenge for welcoming strangers.
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Outdoor Ministry Happenings
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* NEW - SUMMER YOUTH CAMP - Agapé Kure Beach Ministries offers safe, quality, small group, Christ-centered residential camp programs for youth entering grades 2-12. New this year at Camp Agape: Gaga Ball Pit and still new from 2012 - Zip-line and a Mud pit. Please pray for our summer staff which begins training on June 2nd. Our first campers come June 16. Register early, programs are filling quickly. Has your congregation considered Confirmation Camp or BYG?
* NEW - Leadership programs for High School Youth - Staff in Training (SIT) Servants - (one week for youth entering grades 9&10) Staff In Training (SIT) Leaders - (two weeks for youth entering grades 11-13)
* NEW - Church Staff Retreat! April 29-30 Come to Agapé V Kure Beach Ministries to relax and enjoy talking with your peers about personal and church philosophy, communication, and networking. You will also have time to meet as a church. Free massage! Zip-line rides!
Overnight Retreat: $75 per person (includes 4, meals, snacks, lodging, and free zip-line ride)
Day Retreat: $40 per person (includes 2 meals, and snacks)
Registration required. Contact Lauren at agape@agapekurebeach.org.
* NEW - Eighth Annual Mother/Daughter overnight Camp Agapé May 10-11th
Come celebrate Mother's Day at a special place apart. Hike, craft, worship and share a campfire with that special woman who has listened to, cared for, and loved you unconditionally over the years. Register here!
* Faith Alive at Lutheridge - One weekend left. Campers will enjoy games, songs, crafts and other camp activities. The two groups will come together for Saturday campfire and Sunday worship. Lutheridge counselors provide leadership and stay with campers and help confirmation "get real and come alive for teens." Cost per camper includes lodging, meals & snacks, counselor supervision and other program costs.
April 19-21 - Ten Commandments and Reformation
Check these out.
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Tammy Jones West, AIM
Youth & Family Ministry Coordinator
NC Synod ELCA
828.308.1362
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