A Saturday training covering the full 6 years of The Journey to Adulthood program of Spiritual Foramation for parishes. Sunday brings a bonus sermon from the trainer at all three services plus discussion time during the Christian Education gathering. We will explore the theological and developmental underpinnings of this fine program, and take a look at the current culture for youth in our communities and in the church. We will also gain the hands-on skills needed to launch and sustain a youth program, including Sunday and non-Sunday morning gatherings, building a calendar, using the lesson plans, and other practical matters. Saturday morning's training begins at 8:30 am and will end around 3:00. Please contact Kristina for additional details and service times on Sunday. We will have great and useful information for both long time users and newcomers to the Journey to Adulthood program. This training is also very useful for those just exploring youth ministry models and options but not currently using the program. All are welcome!
SATURDAY, OCT 17 ---- This all-day workshop (approx 9am-4pm) provides an overview of the Journey to Adulthood (J2A) program. We will begin in the morning with general information about the program, how it is different from other Youth Ministry programs and the role the entire congregation is asked to play. We will examine some of the theological and developmental theories that support J2A and this morning piece is especially well-suited for parents and other adults who wish to know more about this important ministry.
In the afternoon, we move into specific help for leaders, including lots of practical, hands-on tips about teaching lesson plans, planning activities, classroom management and much, much more! The workshop is open to anyone, although there may be a fee for people who are not All Saints' parishioners to cover lunch and material costs. Please contact Tess Judge to register for the day. Hope to see you there!
SUNDAY, OCT 18 ---- During both of the Sunday services, the sermon will be given by Tracey Herzer, Executive Director of LeaderResources. She will weave together the lectionary readings for the day as we talk about our responsibility and stewardship of this next generation. Come hear how YOU can be a part of this transforming ministry!
Friday evening at 6:00 Parents and Church Leaders will gather to hear about Youth in the Church, and the goals and objectives of the Journey to Adulthood program. Saturday from 8:30 am until 2:30 pm we will learn about the full six year scope of the program. We will discuss the underpinnings of the program that make it work: theological and developmental; and we will explore the practical applications of lesson plans, teacher recruitment and support, non-Sunday morning activities, and much much more. All are welcome. Please be in touch with Jonathan for more details.
Friday evening parents of youth will gather informally to hear about the goals of the program, explore a bit of youth culture, and ask questions of program staff and J2A Trainer, Heidi Clark. Saturday will be a day-long training covering all aspects of the six year program "The Journey to Adulthood." We will cover the scope of Theological Imperatives, Developmental Underpinnings, and goals of each 2-year block. We will also look closely at practical matters like calendars, events, lesson plans, and communication. Everyone is welcome. Please contact Heather for additional information.
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Using an animated version of C.S. Lewis' The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, this five-session or weekend program offers participants an opportunity to experience the story through imaginative role-playing, games and discussion. Great for VBS, Lent or camps & conferences. 
The Journey to Adulthood (J2A) is a complete youth ministry program of spiritual formation for 6th - 12th grades. It uses Bible study, prayer, rites of passage, outreach ministries and both serious and playful activities to underscore its core principles:
Take your VBS children to a different Medieval Pilgrimage destination each day: Rome, Canterbury, Santiago de Compostela, Dunfermline (Scotland) and Croagh Patrick (Ireland). During their imaginary journey, participants learn about the life and legacy of a Saint revered during the Middle Ages and pretend to make the trek to see and hear the story for themselves. 
One of Virginia Theological Seminary's 2005 Top Picks for Vacation Bible School!
Based on the Harry Potter books, this is one of our most popular resources for a Sunday School break or VBS. 
WorkshopCycles is a new way of experiencing Sunday School. It takes seriously the spiritual development of children while providing creative, hands-on activities to help children learn the stories of God and God's people. Children work on the same story or concept for several weeks, using different learning approaches each week. Available as both an annual membership or as individual cycles.
