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Episcopal Youth Event 2017
July 10-14, 2017 @ University of Central Oklahoma
The E.Y.E. Planning Team has asked us to identify "a diverse group of faithful, mature high schoolers who are able to handle traveling, speaking in groups, and sharing their own faith journeys." We got this! So we hope you'll join us for this amazing event that only happens every three years. Young Episcopalians will gather from all over the world for exciting music, creative liturgy, engaging workshops, and opportunities to make lots of new friends. Registration opens early January 2017. Registration cost will be $350 plus travel. Scholarships WILL be available. Save the date and start talking about EYE 2017 with your congregation! LEARN MORE.
Youth Ministry Network Meeting
Sep. 22 @ St. James Commons or via internet/phone
The YOUTH MINISTRY NETWORK is for adult leaders who minister with youth in the Diocese of Chicago, whether paid or volunteer. A chance to connect with colleagues and share resources. The first meeting will be held at St. James Commons at 65 E Huron on Sep. 22nd from 11 am to 1 pm. If you can't attend in person, please join by conference call 1-408-638-0968. Meeting ID: 569 985 662. Or join via internet VIDEO CONFERENCE from your laptop or computer. Contact Chad Senuta to RSVP or with questions.
Evento de Jóvenes Hispanos 
Sep. 10 @ Sagrada Familia, Lake Villa
The Hispanic Youth Event is for Jr. High and Sr. High youth, and is hosted by the Hispanic congregations of the Diocese of Chicago. The event begins at 9:30 AM at  Sagrada Familia in Lake Villa and ends at 5 PM. The event is led by students, and the program will focus on Psalm 139:14 "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made." Contact The Rev. Gary Cox to register.  
ORIENT - Adult Youth Leader Retreat
Oct. 28-29 @ Nicholas Center
Having clear direction involves knowing where we are and where we want to go. That's what ORIENT is all about, getting oriented for ministry with young people. Adult youth leaders of the diocese, both paid and volunteer, are invited to attend this retreat as we seek to do just that. We'll explore the needs of our youth and what we hope to accomplish in our ministries. And of course we'll get some practical resources to get moving. ONLINE REGISTRATION now open! Learn More.
Diocesan Convention Youth Presence
Nov. 18-19, @ Westin Lombard
Students in grades 9-12 may apply to be one of 12 Youth Delegates who have seat, voice, and vote at Diocesan Convention. It is our goal to have a youth representative from each Deanery and geographic region of the diocese. High School Youth may also attend as alternate delegates or General Participants in Diocesan Convention. REGISTRATION is now open!
Looking for Youth Ministry Resources?
TRY FORMA!
FORMA is a dynamic community of Christian educators, formation professionals, and their institutional partners that celebrates and upholds the diverse ministries of Christian formation across the Episcopal Church. Forma has numerous RESOURCES on their website for those in youth ministry and Christian formation, including curriculum suggestions. There is also a yearly Forma CONFERENCE, and this year's keynote speaker is Nadia Bolz-Weber.
Chad Senuta
Associate for Youth and Campus Ministry
Episcopal Diocese of Chicago 
csenuta@episcopalchicago.org
312-751-4200 ext. 722

312-262-2964 fax


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E.Y.E. 2017

Youth Ministry Network

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ORIENT

Diocesan Convention Youth Presence

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