tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76000188372826617702024-02-06T21:41:25.231-06:00EpiscoYouthBronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.comBlogger105125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-68093960802908783782012-02-24T11:51:00.001-06:002012-02-24T11:51:21.207-06:00Relocation Project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Greetings!<br />
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We are engaged in relocating the EpiscoYouth blog and redesigning it in such a way that we hope will be more accessible and easier to search than this particular format. We will keep this site live for the time being as we continue to migrate helpful information to the new blog. Particularly the EpiscoLink list still resides here in the right hand column. We hope to have everything migrated and updated by Easter.<br />
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To be a guest blogger or to submit articles for the newsletter, please <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchruch.org" target="_blank">email me</a>!<br />
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Thank you to our faithful followers and welcome to our newcomers. We are eager to help you connect with the church wide Youth Ministry Network. May your ministry be abundantly blessed with opportunities to invite, inspire, and transform disciples.<br />
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Faithfully,<br />
BronwynBronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-45351314182748390902011-12-09T10:39:00.001-06:002011-12-09T10:51:16.407-06:00Presencia Oficial de los Jóvenes en la Convención General 2012<style>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">¡Ya están abiertas las solicitudes! </span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">(Please scroll down for the English version if needed to the December 1 post)</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">En cada Convención General, la Oficina
del Ministerio de los Jóvenes de la Iglesia Episcopal convoca y respalda que
una Presencia Oficial de los Jóvenes participe del debate legislativo en el
pleno de la Cámara de Diputados con asiento y voz (Resolución #1982-B045). Es
nuestra costumbre aceptar nominaciones de toda la Iglesia a fin de escoger luego
a 18 jóvenes, dos por provincia, que representen una muestra de adolescentes
tan diversa como sea posible. Para tener derecho a ser nominado, cada uno de
estos jóvenes debe ser comulgante activo en su comunidad de fe local, debe
tener una edad mínima de 16 años en el momento de la Convención General y no
mayor de 19 años, y debe estar matriculado aún en la escuela secundaria durante
el curso escolar 2011-2012. Cada solicitante y un nominador deben<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>rellenar un formulario electrónico. El
Coordinador Provincial del Ministerio de los Jóvenes se pondrá en contacto con
cada nominador para discutir al solicitante durante el período en que estén
abiertas las solicitudes, del 1 de diciembre al 15 de enero.</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">Los jóvenes que participen como miembros
de la Presencia Oficial de los Jóvenes tomarán parte en un fin de semana de
adiestramiento y orientación sobre la creación de nexos comunitarios, culto y
funcionamiento del proceso legislativo, desde el jueves 12 hasta el domingo 15
de abril. Se les alentará a que asistan a reuniones del sínodo local antes de
la Convención General y se beneficiarían de reunirse con los diputados adultos
de sus propias diócesis para aprender más acerca del proceso que siguen las
resoluciones.</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">En la Convención General, del 5 al 12 de
julio de 2012, asistirán a las reuniones y sesiones del comité legislativo y se
les animará a que aborden los asuntos en las sesiones y durante el debate en el
pleno de la Cámara de Diputados. Estos individuos deben mostrarse seguros de sí
mismos, elocuentes y activos. En las mejores circunstancias, la Convención
General constituye un reto increíble para el grupo, una experiencia en extremo
gratificante y, con frecuencia, un acontecimiento transformador para la mayoría
de los que participan.</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">Cada candidato debe rellenar un
formulario electrónico que se encuentra haciendo un clic <a href="http://www.formstack.com/forms/DFMS-gcoyp_espanol" target="_blank"><u>aquí.</u></a></span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">Cada aspirante debe contar también con
[el respaldo de] un <a href="http://www.formstack.com/forms/DFMS-gcoyp_nom" target="_blank">formulario de nominación</a> que también se rellena
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">El[la] joven puede presentar su solicitud
y luego nombrar a un adulto que rellene un formulario de nominación, o un
adulto puede nominar a una persona joven al rellenar primero el formulario de
nominación para luego animar al[a la] joven a presentar su solicitud.
Cerciórese de leer los criterios y datos que se requieren para participar, que
aparecen al principio de todos los formularios, antes de rellenar cualquiera de
ellos. Las preguntas deben dirigirse a su <a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/youth/109434_123654_ENG_HTM.htm" target="_blank">Coordinador Provincial del Ministeriode los Jóvenes</a> o a la [Funcionaria] Encargada del Ministerio de los Jóvenes,
<a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org" target="_blank">Bronwyn Clark Skov</a>.</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">El período para presentar solicitudes y
nominaciones se extenderá desde el 1 de diciembre de 2011 hasta el 15 de enero
de 2012. La Oficina para el Ministerio de los Jóvenes, junto con colegas del
personal y los coordinadores provinciales del Ministerio de los Jóvenes,
escogerá —de entre el grupo de solicitantes— a qué jóvenes invitará a
participar, y cursará esas invitaciones el 6 de febrero de 2012.</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">Sírvase llevar en sus oraciones a todos
aquellos que se sienten llamados a este singular ministerio, y aliente a los
que den muestra de poseer los dones para este tipo de ministerio a que
presenten su solicitud.</span></div>
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<span lang="ES-TRAD">Mañana empezaremos a escuchar testimonios
de la Presencia Oficial de los Jóvenes del grupo de 2009, comenzando con Amy
Esposito de la I Provincia. ¡Manténganse en sintonía!</span></div>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-4359269098363761712011-12-02T00:30:00.000-06:002011-12-02T00:30:00.119-06:00Amy: Official Youth Presence 2009<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Recently Amy Esposito, Province I Official Youth Presence 2009, reflected upon her experience at her first General Convention. Consider Amy's story as you pray about who might be called to serve as a member of the GCOYP in 2012 in Indianapolis. Read about the application and nomination process open now through January 15, 2012 by scrolling down to the previous post from December 1. </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Why did you apply for the Official Youth Presence?</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">I
attended the Episcopal Youth Event in 2008 and was absolutely blown away by the
number of active and engaged youth I met there.<span> </span>Coming from the tiny diocese of Rhode Island with an even
smaller program for youth, I had no idea that such a large and welcoming
community existed within The Episcopal Church.<span> </span>On returning to Rhode Island, I knew that my generation of
young adults in the Church could and needed to make a difference.<span> </span>As our society evolves, so must the
Episcopal Church.<span> </span>I applied to
represent the youth at GC09 because I believe that the youth is the future of the
Church.<span> </span>With just a mere 2% of
delegates under the age of 25 at GC09, it is up to us to speak up and be heard.<span> </span>We can make a positive difference in
the Church, by engaging with our brothers in sisters in Christ.</span></div>
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the most rewarding moment of GC09?</i> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">The most
rewarding moment at GC09 was writing and speaking to the resolution I co-wrote
with my fellow GCOYP delegate, Jackie Bray.<span> </span>Although the resolution did not reach the House of Deputies
due to a time constraint, knowing that as a 16 year old girl, I was expressing
my opinion to a committee who actually listened to me was extremely
rewarding.*</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">At GC09,
I met and worked with people from all over the country and world.<span> </span>Coming from extremely liberal New
England, I was exposed to other youth and deputies who did not necessarily
share my opinion.<span> </span>What I believed
to be a wonderful development in the Church others saw as detrimental.<span> </span>Learning to respectfully listen and
understand opinions that differed from mine was challenging, especially when
those opinions put a strain on friendships.<span> </span>As frustrating as this was, I learned that it is important
to respect everyone’s opinion regardless of how I felt about the subject.<span> </span></span></div>
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you feel God's presence at GC09?</i>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Although General Convention is centered the politics of the
Episcopal Church, it is important to remember that God is with
us at all times.<span> </span>Even in the midst
of a debate on whether or not to ordain LGBTQ bishops or which group should
receive the most funding, God’s unfailing love is present in the words and
actions made.<span> </span>At the end of each
day, Delegates and Bishops remember that they are there to do God’s work on
earth.<span> </span>I felt God’s presence most
strongly when gathered together with my fellow OYP delegates and when sharing
the Eucharist with all present at GC09.<span>
</span>The presence of God continued to grace the OYP as we discussed certain
policies, questioned our faith, and grew closer than ever. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">GCOYP09, above all, introduced me to some of the kindest
people I have ever met.<span> </span>I am still
close friends with some of my fellow GCOYPers and although we may live on
different sides of the country, we continue to keep in touch.<span> </span>Attending GC09 changed the way I view
the Episcopal Church.<span> </span>It motivated
me to continue to be an active participant, not only in terms of my faith, but
in the political aspects of the Church.<span>
</span>My experience as a member of the GCOYP has encouraged me to continue to
learn about the Episcopal Church and inter-religious dialogue.<span> </span>I can’t wait to attend GC2012 as a deputy to
continue helping shape the future of The Episcopal Church! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Our next GCOYP'09 story comes from Michael Sahdev from Province IV. Stay tuned to learn about his amazing ministry of youth in leadership in the councils of the church. </i></span></div>
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<br />Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-54495140881446491522011-12-01T00:00:00.000-06:002011-12-01T00:00:03.341-06:00Official Youth Presence at GC12<span style="font-family: inherit;">Applications</span> are now open!<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Each
General Convention the Office for Youth Ministries of The Episcopal
Church convenes and supports an Official Youth Presence to take part in
the discernment of legislation on the floor of the House of Deputies
with seat and voice (Resolution # 1982-B045 located at bottom of blog). It is our practice to
accept nominations from across the church to discern 18 youth, two per
province, to represent as diverse a cross section of teenagers as
possible. To be eligible to apply each of these young people must be a
Communicant in Good Standing in his/her local faith community, must be a
minimum of 16 years of age at the time of General Convention and no
older than 19, and must still be enrolled in high school during the
2011/12 school year. Each applicant and one nominator must complete an
electronic application form. Each nominator will be contacted by the
local Provincial Youth Ministries Coordinator to discuss the applicant
during the application period, December 1 – January 15.</span></div>
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who serve as members of the Official Youth Presence will participate in
a training/orientation weekend of community building, worship, and
legislative process education Thursday, April 12, through Sunday, April 15. They will be
encouraged to attend local synod gatherings prior to General Convention
and would benefit from meeting with the adult deputies of their own
dioceses to learn more about the process of resolutions. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">At General
Convention, July 5 - 12, 2012, they will attend legislative committee meetings and hearings
and will be encouraged to speak to issues in hearings and during debate
on the floor in the House of Deputies. These individuals must be
self-confident, articulate, and energetic. In the best of circumstances
General Convention is incredibly challenging for the group, highly
rewarding as an experience, and often transformational for most of those
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<span style="font-size: small;">Each applicant must complete an electronic application form found by <a href="http://www.formstack.com/forms/DFMS-gcoyp" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Each applicant must also have an <a href="http://www.formstack.com/forms/DFMS-gcoyp_nom" target="_blank">adult nomination form</a> completed electronically as well. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Youth may apply and then name an adult to complete a nomination form, or an adult may nominate a young person by completing the nomination form first and then encouraging the youth to apply. Please be sure to read the criteria and dates required, listed at the top of the forms, for participation before completing either form. Questions can be directed to your <a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/youth/109434_123654_ENG_HTM.htm" target="_blank">Provincial Youth Ministry Coordinator</a> or the Officer for Youth Ministries, <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org" target="_blank">Bronwyn Clark Skov</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">The application/nomination period will be open from December 1, 2011, through January 15, 2012. The Office for Youth Ministries, with staff colleagues and Provincial Youth Ministry Coordinators, will discern which youth to invite to participate from the pool of applicants and will make those invitations on February 6, 2012.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Please keep all those who feel called to this unique ministry in your prayers, and encourage those who demonstrate the gifts for this type of ministry to apply.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Tomorrow we will begin to hear stories from the Official Youth Presence class of 2009, beginning with Amy Esposito from Province I. Stay tuned!</span></div>
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<br /></div>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-44007001646176212832011-11-11T14:02:00.001-06:002011-11-11T14:05:41.228-06:00Digital ChristiansIt was my turn to post to our Formation and Vocation Ministries Blog, Episcopal Generations, yesterday. Here's the link so you can check it out:<br />
<a href="http://episcopalgenerations.wordpress.com/">http://episcopalgenerations.wordpress.com/</a><br />
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The current post points to an amazing summer camp creative art/media project undertaken by the senior high kids and their amazing counselors and mentors at Camp Marshall in Montana. If you haven't already seen it, you really should. And if you already have seen it, you should watch again and share some more! It's called digital evangelism! Join us!<br />
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The <a href="http://generalconvention.org/">77th General Convention of the Episcopal Church</a> will convene for seven days in Indianapolis, Indiana, (Province V, <a href="http://indydio.org/diocese2010/">Diocese of Indianapolis</a>) July 5-12, 2012. The Episcopal Church Welcomes You. All of you. Everyone is welcome. Really!<br />
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This summer youth, defined as sixth through 12th graders, will be participating at General Convention in three unique ways:<br />
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<li>As duly elected deputies attending with their diocesan deputation with voice and vote on the floor in the House of Deputies. Yes, some dioceses have elected teenagers as deputies and alternates, but they must be at least 16 years old to serve.</li>
<li>As one of 18 members of the General Convention Official Youth Presence (GCOYP). Nomination and selection process begins December 1, watch for details.This is also open to 16-18 year-olds only.</li>
<li>As visitors to General Convention attending with their youth group or family. Here's the middle school, too, option :)</li>
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It is option number three is the subject of today's blog post. The Province V Youth Ministry Network has been working creatively and quickly, collaborating with the General Convention Office and the Office for Youth Ministries, to help youth visitors understand and access General Convention. They have an excellent plan and have begun building a blog that will serve as a resource to address questions and offer suggestions about how to access General Convention more effectively and affordably for teens.<br />
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<a href="http://yhgc12.wordpress.com/">Follow this link for Youth Hospitality @ General Convention 2012 (www.yhgc12.wordpress.com)</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/YHGC12?sk=wall">Follow this link to their FaceBook presence (www.FaceBook.com/yhgc12)</a></div>
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Currently on the Wordpress site you can read the invitation and a preview of the type of information that will be made available as this network of Youth Ministers continues to plan for welcoming you to their province to visit General Convention. We will continue to link to them through the EpiscoYouth Blog as new information is available. Facebook is where you can read about updates and interact with the host planning group with questions and suggestions.<br />
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Thank you Province V, we look forward to greeting you in Indy next July!Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-37844522784195790142011-10-11T11:35:00.002-05:002011-10-11T11:45:51.135-05:00Five Marks of MissionThe <a href="http://www.anglican.ca/marks/about">Five Marks of Mission</a> clip below is from our brothers and sisters of the Anglican Church in Canada, specifically Ottawa. Our own General Convention adopted the Five Marks of Mission in 2009. The Marks are not a new way to live out our faith, but they provide a common language and a simpified tool for articulating and living out our Baptismal promises across the Anglican Communion and throughout the world. This clip will be used later this week when welcoming participants to some of the workshops at "<a href="http://publicaffairs.createsend1.com/t/ViewEmail/r/83F6FD17224C10F5/AD04DE6289B24E9674AF8F7A76570606">Everyone Everywhere 2011</a>," a global and domestic mission conference of the Episcopal Church being held at YMCA of the Rockies. Use the link to the conference to view webcasts for worship, plenary sessions, and workshops. Enjoy the clip!<br />
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<em>What are the Marks of Mission? Why are they important? How would we know if we were living them out? </em><em>Inspired by the resources at </em><a href="http://www.anglican.ca/marks/about"><em>www.anglican.ca/marks/about</em></a><em>, this video was originally created for "Great Chapters" (regional meetings) in the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa. It was first used in the fall of 2011. </em><em>"When We Go," the track playing in the background is from Jon Brooks' 2009 Album "Moth Nor Rust." You can get the album or more info on Jon and his music at <a href="http://www.jonbrooks.ca/">http://www.jonbrooks.ca/</a>.</em>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-83277210334877664392011-09-29T13:30:00.001-05:002011-09-29T13:33:01.009-05:00So You Want To Host EYE?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifsXL89r9hVOXD6_rbbGi3ejVluTAsk7oEcvNddaaH8bm8Q6yT84JjvGc6cNBGlkQdfYdMmc0yI1dMixFX9KrXTRWQz6TC5tXW4zrgm_pPGviBbN2VySeUhTMZ4A-QcFhz1AbWmv1THOg/s1600/EYENYC.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200px" kca="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifsXL89r9hVOXD6_rbbGi3ejVluTAsk7oEcvNddaaH8bm8Q6yT84JjvGc6cNBGlkQdfYdMmc0yI1dMixFX9KrXTRWQz6TC5tXW4zrgm_pPGviBbN2VySeUhTMZ4A-QcFhz1AbWmv1THOg/s200/EYENYC.jpg" width="196px" /></a></div>Is your diocese interested in hosting a future EYE? If we stay on the current triennial schedule, the next EYE should be held in the summer of 2014. The best time for the event for U.S. high school schedules is the week following the Independence Day holiday, preferably the Wednesday through Sunday following the Fourth of July. Ideally we are targeting July 9-13, 2014.<br />
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Minnesota set the bar pretty high for local support and we are hopeful that dioceses will rise to this level of local support for future events. We need to book the dates with a location sooner than later. Bronwyn Skov, Youth Ministries Officer, will be making site visits in the spring of 2012 to engage discernment on where to go next. If you are interested in preparing for a site visit, please consider the Core Values and Criteria listed below. Feel free to contact <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">Bronwyn</a> with questions or for clarification, 646-242-1421.<br />
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<div><strong><u>Episcopal Youth Event Core Values</u></strong></div><ul><li>Focusing on Jesus Christ and his presence in our lives, EYE will provide an opportunity and create an environment where our young people and the adults who accompany them can continue to grow on their journey in faith.</li>
<li>Striving to be a uniquely Episcopal Community and acknowledging that each person is a child of God and that we are called together into a full relationship with God and God’s Creation, we claim that we are a sacramental people of common prayer with diverse understandings and cultural contexts, all of whom work together as the Body of Christ.</li>
<li>Celebrating our mission and our ministry as the Body of Christ in Community, we will offer training for young people and adults and equip them to be faithful servant leaders in their local and diocesan communities.</li>
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><strong><u> Minimum Criteria for Hosting EYE</u></strong></div><br />
<ul><li style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Capacity for <em>large group worship space</em>, approximately 1500</li>
<li style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Capacity for <em>campus housing</em> and style of housing (prefer tower dorms with indoor access to rooms, prefer suites with bathrooms - per person price should include towels, sheets, blankets & pillows)</li>
<li>Capacity of <em>dining hall</em> (how long does it take to feed 800 people, 1000 people, 1200 people, 1500 people)</li>
<li>Capacity for <em>workshop/meeting rooms</em> - at least 30 unique spaces available at the same time plus event chapel space</li>
<li>What is included with a contract in terms of <em>staff and facility</em> </li>
<ul><li>Audio/visual equipment and staff included or not?</li>
<li>Recreational facilities (pool? Gym? Outdoors?)</li>
<li>Security Staff? Health care staff? Residence Hall staff?</li>
</ul><li><em>Transportation</em></li>
<ul><li>How close is the airport? Is the airport a major hub? </li>
<li>What about airport shuttles?</li>
</ul><li><em>Local Support</em></li>
<ul><li>Hospitality crew for arrival and departure days</li>
<li>Daily hospitality support for behind the scenes preparation</li>
<li>local mission opportunities</li>
</ul></ul>Bring it on EpiscoPeeps! We can't wait to see where the Spirit is leading us next!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Please send your links for full-time employment in Youth Ministry and Christian Faith Formation positions to b</span><a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch"><span style="font-size: x-small;">skov@episcopalchurch</span></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> to be posted here, on FaceBook, and in the newsletter, EpiscoYouth Network News.</span>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-81257235325269079212011-09-14T10:00:00.004-05:002011-09-15T15:38:16.986-05:00So you went to EYE this summer . . .So what?!?<br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal"><i>I built a house. Well it wasn’t just me. We built a house. Well I didn’t get to actually work on the house. But we built a house at EYE! It was so cool! And the Bishop of Minnesota climbed up on the roof with a bagpiper so we could all bless it, together, and we gave thanks for the hands that built it, and we prayed for those who will finish it once it gets moved from the college parking lot, and we celebrated those who get to live in it. We did that and so much more at EYE in Minnesota!</i></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">The greatest challenge is taking EYE home; to our congregations, communities, and the world. In St. Paul, Minnesota, last June there was a very clear emphasis on empowerment. Participants heard stories of faithful people who were able to prayerfully discern their own gifts, claim their personal passions, and put their faith in action to serve a need in the world; local or global. We learned about and engaged mission during EYE in St. Paul, and all across the church during the 3 Days of Mission that followed the event. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">We are working on resources to be shared from the event, but the most valuable resources are out there in your congregations and dioceses. Most of them are 16, 17, or 18 years old. They claimed their Episcopal identity this summer. They learned that they have so much more to learn. And they know that they are ministers of the church, now, called by Baptism, and claimed by Christ; prophetic voices and partners in ministry with energy and passion to serve NOW. </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Are you helping these enthusiastic youth discern their vocation as Christians? Were you personally transformed at EYE, this one or a previous one? </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Please send me your reports and stories and sermons so that I can share them with the church across the world. Use this link to my email <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">bskov@episcopalchurch.org</a> to tell your story. I'll start posting the findings, learnings, missions, and yearnings here for all of us to share.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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It seems like it was place apart, suspended in forever, while spinning by at light speed all at the same time.<br />
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I hardly know where to begin other than to say thank you. Thank you for praying for the team, staff, speakers, preachers, workshop and fellowship leaders, hospitality coordinators, missioners, and participants who, empowered by the Spirit, Came Together and made this 2011 Episcopal Youth Event something sacred.<br />
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Together, through our worship, our connections, our songs, our prayers, and our stories, we began changing lives on the Holy Ground in Minnesota. I invite you to join me in prayers of gratitude for the Summer Conference staff of Bethel University. Kyle Sherer, Conference Manager, and Kerri Baker, Technical Director, were more than gracious and accommodating; they and their staff members empowered us by remaining faithful to their call as Christians in the Baptist tradition, helping to equip us for discipleship. Thank you, Bethel staff!<br />
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I assured all those who listened that they have the gifts they need to be disciples now. I assured them that if they show up faithfully with ideas and energy for putting their faith in action, the community of faithful, who helped affirm their Baptism, will show up to work with them.<br />
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I am ready to help them, with God's help. Are you?<br />
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There were 730 high school youth, 310 adults, and 50 bishops at EYE, including the planning team and resource staff. Over 1100 people came together to Build upon their faith, Share their stories as Christians, and to Fulfill their call to join in God's mission for the world. They generously gave during worship each of our three days together; $2528.68 to help Rebuild the Diocese of Haiti, $1594.78 for Episcopal Relief and Development, and $2082.43 for the United Thank Offering.<br />
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Many put their faith in action during EYE as they participated in <i>Mission Possible</i> on the opening night. Hundreds worked on the Net Zero Habitat for Humanity House. Many more participated in a variety of mission experiences, cultural immersions, and historic pilgrimages during <b>3 Days of Mission</b>. Many already have plans to help at home with camp, vacation Bible school, and local mission as well as mission afar this summer. All were reminded through our Gospel for the event that we are not alone in this work<br />
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<em><b>"This is a large work I've called you into, but don't be overwhelmed by it. It's best to start small. Give a cool cup of water to someone who is thirsty, for instance. The smallest act of giving or receiving makes you a true apprentice. You won't lose out on a thing."</b> Matthew 10: 41-42 The Message</em><br />
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Let the prayers continue.<br />
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Let the stories be told.<br />
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Let us get out of the way and let this rising generation of faithful Christians be welcomed, affirmed and empowered for ministry to help heal a hurting world.<br />
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How can you learn more and stay connected?<br />
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<a href="http://www.eye2011portal.com/">www.eye2011portal.com</a><br />
Episcopal News Service - <a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/79425_128847_ENG_HTM.htm">Article 2</a> and <a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/79425_128867_ENG_HTM.htm">Article 3</a><br />
<a href="http://www.episcoyouth.blogspot.com/">EpiscoYouth Blog</a> (you're here :)<br />
<a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/109434_118910_ENG_HTM.htm">EpiscoYouth Network News</a> (publication will resume soon!)<br />
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With Gratitude, Hope, and Joy!<br />
Bronwyn<br />
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Bronwyn Clark Skov<br />
Officer for Youth Ministries<br />
The Episcopal ChurchBronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-82934987619863997452011-06-17T12:55:00.001-05:002011-06-17T12:55:41.713-05:00Five days to EYE 2011<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLITwT7sNAyys5Xn3zkvDHrWlxC0R0uShBnjPUveg1SjCKI8Ua63wmbNKNE2lrd2tWp4XuvFDJAVXbayeH3an9IDWBEI7Xb3q7lfnn6U-CscDqDx-Va_FpaEMqJASXxwRZKmUNRjIU2_c/s1600/EYE+Banner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLITwT7sNAyys5Xn3zkvDHrWlxC0R0uShBnjPUveg1SjCKI8Ua63wmbNKNE2lrd2tWp4XuvFDJAVXbayeH3an9IDWBEI7Xb3q7lfnn6U-CscDqDx-Va_FpaEMqJASXxwRZKmUNRjIU2_c/s1600/EYE+Banner.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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We're almost ready to greet you at EYE in Minnesota. The truck with our Habitat Build site materials arrived yesterday. We're so excited for you to arrive. Godspeed on your journey!<br />
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</tbody></table>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-59399587360682759272011-06-10T16:31:00.000-05:002011-06-10T16:31:26.154-05:00Twelve days to EYE!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJl2_dSJ471s5TCQUWavUOlDqnhufottmu4UCuMBUTZw-mDfCY_y4QyPG37vCq1ay7Omk1bRHuvwwGqGPkg-Loh83imrOYlOZbRI2RoTTfmYOLev8eSJG9L_XUFp3cfXZpyR-uY_upsMU/s1600/eye11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJl2_dSJ471s5TCQUWavUOlDqnhufottmu4UCuMBUTZw-mDfCY_y4QyPG37vCq1ay7Omk1bRHuvwwGqGPkg-Loh83imrOYlOZbRI2RoTTfmYOLev8eSJG9L_XUFp3cfXZpyR-uY_upsMU/s200/eye11.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>We were almost ready to send out confirmations and travel instructions this week, but we are still chasing down some last minute details from a few dioceses. Thank you for your understanding, patience, and prayers. The EYE Mission Planning Team and Church Center Staff (especially Meghan and Valerie) are working well beyond full capacity right now and we three are working through the weekend to make sure you have a smooth registration process at Bethel University.<br />
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<ul><li>We have managed to fit ALL of our full-paying participants into air conditioned dorms (which may or may not be necessary in June in Minnesota!), but we have very little room to spare. We have done our level best to keep dioceses in the same or adjacent dorms and to honor cooperative ventures with dioceses sharing Adult Leaders. Please come to EYE with the knowledge that we have done our very best considering every nuance that has come our way. We're human and hope that if we've missed something you will be gracious and flexible as we work through it together. THANK YOU!</li>
<li>In meeting with our Health Care Nurse, Siri, it is clear that we do not have complete information from all of you regarding medications and somehow we all missed the DATE OF BIRTH. Your confirmation email will also be requesting that you bring with you a sheet for each participant that lists NAME, DIOCESE, DATE OF BIRTH and MEDICATIONS/DIAGNOSIS. These will be held confidentially in the nurse's office and will only be accessed by the nurse with the Adult Leader in the event of a health issue. You may complete these and send them electronically before you travel, or bring them with you.</li>
<li>If you have questions over the weekend, please refer to the WHAT TO BRING and FAQ's (downloadable PDFs) documents on the website <a href="http://episcopalchurch.org/121658_ENG_HTM.htm">available here</a>. I am traveling to NYC this weekend and will be with Church Center staff Monday through Wednesday to finalize our preparations before we relocate to Minnesota. We will respond to your questions next week as quickly, efficiently, and thoroughly as we can. Many of your questions will be addressed in the Monday message if they aren't already addressed in the documents above.</li>
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</tbody></table>Please know that the staff and team are praying for your safe travel and your preparations for the Episcopal Youth Event. If you Tweet, our hashtag is #EYE2011. We pray that you arrive in good health and eager to be open to the Spirit working in all of us as we faithfully Come Together!<br />
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Blessings on your weekend,<br />
Bronwyn, Valerie, and MeghanBronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-52333848650568661492011-05-20T12:33:00.000-05:002011-05-20T12:33:05.943-05:00Collect for Episcopal Youth Event 2011<em><span style="font-size: large;">Gracious and Loving God, y</span></em><em><span style="font-size: large;">ou declare your glory and show forth your creation in the heavens and the earth. </span></em><em><span style="font-size: large;">Deliver us from the service of self, that we may build upon the work you give us to do in truth and beauty; t</span></em><em><span style="font-size: large;">hat we may share your love with others and fulfill your mission, f</span></em><em><span style="font-size: large;">or the sake of him who came among us as servant, your son Jesus Christ our Lord, </span></em><em><span style="font-size: large;">who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.</span></em> <span style="font-size: large;">Amen</span><span style="font-size: small;">.</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: right;"><span style="font-size: small;"> - Collect for EYE 2011 Composed by members of the Worship Team</span></div><br />
In discerning a collect for EYE, the worship team drew upon the liturgical resources of the Church including <em>The Book of Common Prayer</em> and <em>A New Zealand Prayer Book</em> to develop a familiar foundation that is universal to many. Using this foundation, the collect was created by incorporating not only the <a href="http://episcopalchurch.org/123911_ENG_HTM.htm">themes and goals of EYE</a>, but the themes and goals of the Episcopal Church as well. The daily themes for EYE, Build, Share, and Fulfill, are referenced, and <a href="http://episcopalchurch.org/eye2011.htm">Matthew’s Gospel, the scripture for EYE</a> 2011, and the <a href="http://www.anglicancommunion.org/ministry/mission/fivemarks.cfm">Five Marks of Mission</a> were reflected upon before proceeding in the creation of this powerful prayer.<br />
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The EYE Mission Planning Team invites you to meditate and pray over this new collect. Use this prayer as a method to offer prayers for EYE planners, registrants, bishops, and all involved in this sacred gathering of our church’s youth. <br />
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In Christ's Name, <br />
Bryan Bauer <br />
EYE 2011 Mission Planning Team MemberBronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-32167993764909535542011-05-20T12:07:00.001-05:002011-05-20T12:34:58.959-05:00EYE ScheduleHere is the schedule for EYE. You will receive a schedule in greater detail when you arrive on campus, but this should help you visualize how your time will be spent. Free time and food are not included on the schedule but are definitely included at the event!<br />
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<strong><u>Wednesday, June 22 – WELCOME</u> </strong><br />
<ul><li>Focus on welcoming weary travelers – radical hospitality </li>
<li>Most will arrive in the afternoon </li>
<li>Mission and Recreation Opportunities</li>
<li>Episcopal Migration Ministries presentation and other evening options</li>
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<strong><u>Thursday, June 23 – BUILD</u></strong> <br />
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<ul><li>9am Welcome, Introductions, Announcements </li>
<ul><li><strong>Celebration Eucharist</strong> – The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, Celebrant and Preacher </li>
<li><strong><em>Offering for Rebuilding the Episcopal Diocese of Haiti </em></strong></li>
</ul><li>Midday Reflection Groups and Mission Focus Workshops </li>
<li> Early evening activity – <strong><em>Mission Possible</em></strong> </li>
<li>8pm – Plenary Session on Building for Mission - Choices</li>
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<strong><u>Friday, June 24 – SHARE </u></strong><br />
<ul><li>9am Plenary session on Sharing for Mission - Stories</li>
<ul><li>Gathering for announcements and prayers </li>
</ul><li>Midday Reflection Groups and Workshops </li>
<li>Early evening activities - <strong><em>Fellowship and Fun</em></strong></li>
<li>8:30pm <strong>Liturgy for Peace and Reconciliation</strong> </li>
<ul><li>Youth Witnesses </li>
<li><strong><em>Offering to Episcopal Relief and Development</em></strong> </li>
</ul></ul><strong><u>Saturday, June 25 – FULFILL </u></strong><br />
<ul><li>9am Plenary session on Fulfilling our Mission - Faith in Action </li>
<ul><li>Gathering for announcements and prayers </li>
</ul><li>Midday Reflection Groups and Workshops </li>
<li>Early evening activity – <strong><em>Episcolympics </em></strong>with Minnesota </li>
<li>8:30pm <strong>Celebration Eucharist</strong>- Blessing, Commissioning and Sending Forth </li>
<ul><li>Bonnie Anderson, President of House of Deputies, Preacher </li>
<li>The Rt. Rev. Brian N. Prior, Bishop of Minnesota, Celebrant </li>
</ul><li><strong><em>Offering for the United Thank Offering </em></strong></li>
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<strong><u>Sunday, June 26 – Travel and Leisure Day </u></strong><br />
<ul><li>Send-off participants for 3 Days of Mission </li>
<li>Facilitate travel and fellowship for specific diocesan needs </li>
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<strong><u>Monday, June 26 - Wednesday June 29 - 3 Days of Mission</u></strong><br />
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<ul><li>Faith in action all over the church and in the world!</li>
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P.S. Instructions went out to bishops today. Packing list coming later today :)Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-83798583127389398682011-05-19T13:27:00.000-05:002011-05-19T13:27:02.934-05:00Music at EYEHere's just a taste of what the band has in store for EYE this year, check it out!<br />
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<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/B1g_0iX1Y8g" width="560"></iframe>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-43490952176270100352011-05-05T12:45:00.000-05:002011-05-05T12:45:23.927-05:00Sexual Misconduct PreventionAs the church prepares to come to the Episcopal Youth Event in Minnesota next month, there is heightened awareness about the Model Policies for the Prevention of Sexual Misconduct, related procedures, training materials, and background checks. <br />
The shorthand explanation for what is frequently referred to as "Safe Church" is well stated by the following from the Church Pension Group Website:<br />
<ul><li><em>At its 2003 General Convention, the Episcopal Church resolved to recommit itself to nurturing and protecting children from sexual abuse. Resolution B008, Protection of Children and Youth from Abuse, calls the church to develop and follow clear standards and policies church-wide. It urges dioceses to develop and use policies to:</em></li>
<ul><li><em>Screen and select all clergy, lay employees and volunteers who regularly work with children or youth. </em></li>
<li><em>Articulate behavioral standards for clergy, lay employees, and volunteers working with children or youth. </em></li>
<li><em>Monitor programs and interaction with children and youth. </em></li>
<li><em>Educate and train clergy, lay employees and volunteers who regularly work with children or youth in child abuse prevention or hire those who do.</em></li>
<li><em>Provide guidelines for responding to concerns, such as inappropriate behavior with children, violation of policies to protect them and suspected abuse. </em></li>
</ul></ul>At the Episcopal Youth Event we are implementing policy as stated in the model policy requiring that all adults staying on campus must be trained in prevention of sexual abuse of children and youth, and that they be back-ground checked by their diocesan offices to determine that they have not been convicted of a sex abuse crime and are not on a sex offender registry.<br />
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<a href="http://episcopalchurch.org/documents/Criminal_Records_Check_updated.pdf">Linked here</a> is the notice intended to help dioceses participating in EYE with understanding the background check procedures. At the top right corner of the blog are links to Church Publishing's Website that should be helpful as refreshers or a great place to get started with implementation of your own diocesan policies and procedures for training. <br />
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EYE participants may use the on-line Safeguarding training but must make arrangements to do so through their own diocesan or congregational offices. If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me, <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">bskov@episcopalchurch.org</a> or 1-800-334-7626 ext. 3074. <br />
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Thank you for your commitment and cooperation in safeguarding our youth!Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-18657715848070330692011-04-27T17:54:00.000-05:002011-04-27T17:54:12.923-05:00ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioHt3Qw5UUKBxA43qJB_iytiss8H6apUOdX8xN9KxwUhetyRWqQSAKU0DoTvUD5YVqN0_i8JBnBr0CmLFmHoDREX1pMWHZZuxpqpWm5XjQS1ZOUO-Rtn9T4X0xBK8gTiIpxqtYserB2bE/s1600/Holy+Lands+107.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" i8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioHt3Qw5UUKBxA43qJB_iytiss8H6apUOdX8xN9KxwUhetyRWqQSAKU0DoTvUD5YVqN0_i8JBnBr0CmLFmHoDREX1pMWHZZuxpqpWm5XjQS1ZOUO-Rtn9T4X0xBK8gTiIpxqtYserB2bE/s320/Holy+Lands+107.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>How I love those words when we get to proclaim them again at Easter.<br />
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Having been a pilgrim in the Holy Lands last summer with the Province IV Youth Ministry and Kanuga group, this faithful walk, beginning with Advent and Christmas, has been a new and different journey for me. As warned, I must agree that hearing scripture is forever changed for me, having been to or near the places where the story happened in the first place.<br />
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I know what Bethlehem looks and feels and smells like.<br />
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I've been to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee.<br />
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I've walked and prayed the Via Dolorosa in a bustling Jerusalem.<br />
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I've said my prayers in the church of the Holy Sepulchre.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>This year my journey through Holy Week had a different power for me. I was slightly distracted by family drama, concerns for health and safety of aging parents, grieving with friends whose parents died. Yet I found myself full of eager, confident, even giddy anticipation of the joy of Easter.<br />
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That's me; Church Geek, Sacristy Rat, Jesus Freak, Believer, Evangelist.<br />
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CHRISTIAN!<br />
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Loud and proud Episcopalian.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Happy Easter!Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-14714011143346355812011-04-08T12:02:00.000-05:002011-04-08T12:02:11.412-05:00EYE Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit7W9fGFE6N52oTYtNLLsMx72MCrN4MvTgNvq4yT5j0W00V01HwdrfkkFCL9-cUJOa_rB5NcTJgQ5bE3WMimpCVIwFXBVk_UY5NeVp0y-h41w4vhgdWUlksDeV4Hn5PQSqHDmpKHw4ujo/s1600/eye11.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit7W9fGFE6N52oTYtNLLsMx72MCrN4MvTgNvq4yT5j0W00V01HwdrfkkFCL9-cUJOa_rB5NcTJgQ5bE3WMimpCVIwFXBVk_UY5NeVp0y-h41w4vhgdWUlksDeV4Hn5PQSqHDmpKHw4ujo/s1600/eye11.jpg" /></a></div><b><i>Yes, it's true, you do have to register your diocesan delegation for this summer's Episcopal Youth Event no later than April 15.</i></b> Please note that only the required fields in the registration process need be completed at that time. All the details and forms are not required until May 31. <a href="mailto:mritchie@episcopalchurch.org">Meghan</a>, our registration person extraordinaire, can help you with questions about the mechanics of registration. On the 15th I will be asking for a report that lists registration organized by diocese detailing number of Youth, Adults, and Bishops, according to gender. We have to begin the rooming process immediately and therefore need that most basic report on April 15. Forms and instructions for the registration process have been moved to the top of the <a href="http://episcopalchurch.org/121655_ENG_HTM.htm">registration page here</a>. Still have questions? Contact me, <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">Bronwyn Skov</a>.<br />
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I understand that you may have minor changes to your delegation as time progresses. We will do our best to accommodate your needs but need to keep that number to a manageable one so that we can honor deadlines for our facility contract and make sure that everyone is accounted for and well cared for at EYE.<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="text-decoration: underline;">A word about bishops</span></b> - please register them by the deadline. There is a drop down menu on a required field that includes "Bishop" as one of the choices for type of participant. Once we know how many bishops are attending, we will contact you with lodging options. Until we know what sort of numbers we have, we can't really plan the details.<br />
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For those still unclear about "what happens at EYE," I offer the following brief.<br />
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The theme is discerned from Matthew 10: 40-42, the Gospel appointed for June 22.<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>Come Together!</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>We are Intimately Linked in this Harvest Work</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>June 22-26, 2011</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i>St. Paul, Minnesota @ Bethel University</i></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><i><br />
</i></b></div>Our focus will be on mission. Our daily themes begin with <i>building</i>, progress to <i>sharing</i>, and finish with <i>fulfilling</i>. Each day will have components that include large group worship and plenary sessions, small reflection groups, workshops, recreation sessions, mission opportunities and more. The event will include prayer, practice, music, food, fellowship, and fun!<br />
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Please hold the Mission Planning Team for EYE in your prayers as they come together at the end of the month to continue planning details for EYE. Following that meeting packing lists and instructions will come to you via your diocesan registrar the first week in May.<br />
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We can't wait to welcome you to Minnesota!<br />
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P.S. We still have plenty of availability for the Paint-a-Thon as a <i>3 Days of Mission</i> option following EYE. Most of the other options have filled. Contact Wendy today with questions at <a href="mailto:EYE3Days@episcopalchurch.org">EYE3Days@episcopalchurch.org</a>.Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-957591525829319762011-04-01T16:47:00.000-05:002011-04-01T16:47:06.796-05:00Connection, Collaboration and CommunicationI began this two week road trip with the Province V Youth Ministry Network meeting in the Diocese of Milwaukee on March 16. This weekend I complete the road trip with the Province VII Youth Ministry Network at All Saints Camp and Conference Center in the Diocese of Dallas. Between the two, I have spent time with the Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers Summit Design Team in New York, the Nathan Network at College for Bishops in North Carolina, and the Episcopal Youth Event mission planning team adults in northern and metropolitan Minnesota. <br />
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It has been an interesting Lenten journey that has included Sunday morning worship at The Church of Heavenly Rest near Central Park one Sunday, and worship at St. Antipas in Red Lake on the Red Lake Reservation in Minnesota the following Sunday. Planning meetings for future mission and ministry abound. Questions about how we are called to teach, preach and invite new Christians are clearly hot topics.<br />
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The thirst for connection, collaboration, and communication feels universal.<br />
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It is such a joy to sit with youth ministers and those committed to lifelong Christian formation in settings both formal and not; worship driven or not. Gatherings are full of fellowship and story in all scenarios.<br />
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The Episcopal Church is truly a vast network of Good News, excellent mission and ministry, and common prayers. It is a privilege to be one of those who gets to function as connective tissue for the Body of Christ.<br />
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More on that topic soon. The full planning team meets at the end of the month to fine tune details. The meeting will be followed with packing lists, prayers, and instructions for participants. So stay tuned!Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-21860552813379450642011-03-08T16:46:00.000-06:002011-03-08T16:46:07.625-06:00Shrove Tuesday and Ash WednesdayShrove Tuesday is defined as "the last day of Shrovetide, long observed as a season of merry-making before Lent."<br />
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Which led me to look up <i>Shrovetide</i>, which is defined as "the three days before Ash Wednesday, once a time of confession and absolution."<br />
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So how does this equal pancakes? or Mardi Gras? or Fat Tuesday?<br />
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I will let the trained professionals get into the specific theology of all these connections. We have many resources available for those of you willing to confess your sin of Procrastination in Preparation for Lent.<br />
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<a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/109447_127315_ENG_HTM.htm">Click here</a> for the link to resources on The Episcopal Church website.<br />
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Click <a href="https://www.churchpublishing.org/media/custom/IN-Formation/Lent2011YearA.pdf">here </a>and <a href="http://www.buildfaith.org/">here </a>to go to Church Publishing's lesson on Lent and the Building Faith Blog. Our friend and colleague Sharon Ely Pearson got a good chuckle out of my confession that some Youth Ministers are members of Procrastinators Anonymous and are in desperate need of our resource information RIGHT NOW.<br />
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As I contemplate the chili, cornbread, and chocolate feast that is the tradition of my congregation this night, I welcome this moment of change in our annual journey through the liturgical year. My Lenten discipline this year includes a pledge to pray for each of you engaged in mission and ministry every morning of Lent. I have my list of dioceses and will try to remember to FaceBook the dioceses I'm holding in prayer each day with gratitude and hope for the rising generation of Christian leaders.<br />
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Farewell, Alleluia!<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><i>God of the desert, as we follow Jesus into the unknown,</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>may we recognise the tempter when s/he comes;</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>let it be your bread we eat,</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>your world we serve and you alone we worship.</i></div><div style="text-align: right;"> - Collect for Ash Wednesday, A New Zealand Prayer Book</div>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-39853739093800629672011-02-24T16:02:00.000-06:002011-02-24T16:02:06.597-06:00EYE 2011 News Release<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt;">Registration in English and Spanish now available</span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: black; font-size: 16pt;">for the popular Episcopal Youth Event 2011</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">[February 24, 2011] Registration is now open for one of the most popular events in the Episcopal Church calendar - the Episcopal Youth Event 2011 (EYE 2011).</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Drawing hundreds of youth from throughout the Episcopal Church, EYE 2011 will be held at June 22-26 at Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">EYE 2011 is geared for youth in grades 9-12 during the 2010-2011 academic year and their adult leaders. Bronwyn Clark Skov, Episcopal Church Youth Ministries Officer, explained: “EYE is not a large scale Happening weekend.<span> </span>Rather, it is a significant opportunity for building, sharing and fulfilling our call to mission in the world.”</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">In addition to the gathering, learning and enjoying, opportunities are available for mission work.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Each diocese is allowed up to 32 youth participants and eight adult participants. Registration is $275 per participant (youth and adult) which includes meals and lodging. Ten percent of each registration is earmarked for mission opportunities at the event in keeping with the Five Marks of Mission and Millennium Development Goals. </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Skov pointed out, “Diocesan delegations should represent all aspects of the diocese: ethnic, socio-economic, and cultural diversity, and a range of liturgical and theological expressions. They should be able to handle traveling away from home, honoring the community covenant, participating in all aspects of the event, and taking their learning home to their diocese, congregation, and community.”</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Registration materials, available in English and Spanish, are here: <a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/121655_ENG_HTM.htm" title="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/121655_ENG_HTM.htm">http://www.episcopalchurch.org/121655_ENG_HTM.htm</a> </div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">For information contact Skov at <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org" title="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">bskov@episcopalchurch.org</a>.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><a href="" name="OLE_LINK2"></a><a href="" name="OLE_LINK1"><span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Episcopal Church welcomes all who worship Jesus Christ in 109 dioceses and three regional areas in 16 nations.<span> </span>The Episcopal Church is a member province of the worldwide Anglican Communion. </span></span></a></div><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"></span> <div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;">For more info contact:</span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Neva</span></i><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> Rae Fox</span></i><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Public Affairs Officer</span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The Episcopal Church</span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="mailto:publicaffairs@episcopalchurch.org" title="mailto:publicaffairs@episcopalchurch.org"><span style="font-size: 12pt;" title="mailto:publicaffairs@episcopalchurch.org">publicaffairs@episcopalchurch.org</span></a></span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><i><span style="font-size: 10pt;">212-716-6080 Mobile: 917-478-5659</span></i></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
</div>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-27480553448786323942011-02-15T19:55:00.002-06:002011-02-15T20:01:51.365-06:00EYE FAQ's<strong><em>Who is eligible to attend EYE?</em></strong> Episcopal youth currently enrolled in 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade, approximately 15-18 year olds.<br />
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<strong><em>Can we have more than one Diocesan Registrar?</em></strong> No, thank you. Please give us one contact person so we are crystal clear on logistics.<br />
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<strong><em>Are Bishops welcome?</em></strong> Absolutely! Even if they cannot stay for the entire event. There is a consecration in Province IV that same weekend. Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefforts Schori will be with us to open the event. President of the House of Deputies Bonnie Anderson will be with us, too.<br />
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<strong><em>Do all adults have to be Safe Church Trained and background checked?</em></strong> YES; all adult leaders, clergy or lay, including bishops. This will be a safe event for all. The Youth Ministry Office can help you get on board if your diocese needs help.<br />
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<strong><em>What time should we get there?</em></strong> Your delegation should arrive any time on Wednesday, June 22, and should not depart before Sunday, June 26. We promise you won’t miss anything important as long as you adhere to that schedule.<br />
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<strong><em>Can we still register for 3 Days of Mission?</em></strong> There's still plenty of room as of today - but don't delay!<br />
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<strong><em>Where is EYE?</em></strong> St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel University Campus (MSP International Airport or Amtrak shuttles will be arranged) <br />
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<strong><em>How many youth can attend?</em></strong> Each diocese may bring a maximum of 32 youth and 8 adults (4 youth to 1 adult ratio).<br />
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<strong><em>What’s the registration deadline?</em></strong> March 31, 2011. Unless we fill to campus capacity before then. So get started ASAP! <br />
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<strong><em>What should we bring?</em></strong> Besides a faithful spirit of fun and adventure, we’ll tell you in April – promise!<br />
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Who can answer my other questions? <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">Bronwyn Clark Skov</a> will address big picture stuff. <a href="mailto:vharris@episcopalchurch.org">Valerie Harris</a> can help with logistics. <a href="mailto:mritchie@episcopalchurch.org">Meghan Ritchie</a> is supporting registration. Or you can call any of us at 1-800-334-7626.<br />
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<a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/youth">www.episcopalchurch.org/youth</a> <br />
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Hope to see you at EYE!Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-3683909016342036582011-02-14T17:12:00.001-06:002011-02-14T18:22:49.619-06:00Desktops and Updates<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7S792MlxEdZ7UoXJATcWghpWOEu3sZT7uRHSSaqnRfR8Vf5JDnPTsUi_kFHZkZG3I8zNB0hBkRY6SGuy89hWqN5-lpcJXReffrise1xpezkxOk3Zhhkfxbb4Qkg_lIE_dc_TdBBPWkA/s1600/BCSDESK.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7S792MlxEdZ7UoXJATcWghpWOEu3sZT7uRHSSaqnRfR8Vf5JDnPTsUi_kFHZkZG3I8zNB0hBkRY6SGuy89hWqN5-lpcJXReffrise1xpezkxOk3Zhhkfxbb4Qkg_lIE_dc_TdBBPWkA/s320/BCSDESK.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I've been spending some time organizing since my return from several weeks on the road meeting with amazing EpiscoPeeps and learning of vital ministries. You know the disoriented feeling when you get back from a conference with all kinds of ideas and new things you want to do. And then you look at the backlog of emails and voice mails, and the neglected To Do list. And then there's the dilemma of responding to your new friends and colleagues with initiatives and connections that you made while you were away. . . .</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">I spent last week playing catch-up; recovering from the crud I caught in the Carolinas, and putting my workspace back together so that I can find everything. This week is mostly a "work on EYE week," but I am also trying to follow through on some commitments made when meeting with folks at the ECCC Annual Meeting, and the NAECED Tapestries conference (links to both at right). I came away from both events inspired and encouraged. We have so many talented, educated, energetic, faithful people working for Christ in this church.</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">My commitment to you is that I will endeavor to keep you connected so that you don't feel isolated, unsupported, or unappreciated. Youth and Young Adult ministry, which includes the need for many faithful and well-formed adults, is truly the best possible tool for evangelism. As I learn of new techniques, best practices, amazing ministries, outstanding curricula, I will do my best to push that information out to you. And please, share what you know with me, too, so that I can send it around this network that I fondly refer to as the EpiscoYouth network.</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">In light of this pledge, I have just added twothree new links to this blog that will soon be available on our ever-so-slowly-but-truly-changing-for-the-better website. I believe the new site will truly be helpful in many ways. The new branding makes sense, too. You can read about it in the latest Church Center Newsletter that also features an interview with me about EYE. Check out this new stuff. Use it. Share it. </div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Blessings on your ministry!</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Bronwyn </div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp7tjlLRyEw-PXbgBFqI_x6FlmX0lPw_3jBmMwO60Znvw2Mh8585O9HfRMB9gSDvI6LXIJ3shV8FULOkXJwuVsdr2M2f-zEQcDAoXF4ZtzTPM8PPFUwp_eJmmsAyefeXUCHLi7tSl6DMY/s1600/ActOut.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="84" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp7tjlLRyEw-PXbgBFqI_x6FlmX0lPw_3jBmMwO60Znvw2Mh8585O9HfRMB9gSDvI6LXIJ3shV8FULOkXJwuVsdr2M2f-zEQcDAoXF4ZtzTPM8PPFUwp_eJmmsAyefeXUCHLi7tSl6DMY/s200/ActOut.jpeg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><a href="http://www.er-d.org/youth">Act Out: Empowering Youth to Heal a Hurting World</a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Designed by Episcopal Relief and Development in collaboration with educators and youth ministers, these modules offer an intensive educational program for middle- and high-school students that brings the needs and hopes of the world together with the lives of youth, in a context framed by liturgy and filled with prophetic stories of Scripture. Adaptable to many settings.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><a href="http://www.buildfaith.org/">Building Faith</a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">An on-line Christian Ed Community brought to you by Sharon Ely Pearson, Christian Formation Specialist at Church Publishing Group. This is the place to share great ideas, learn of new curricula, and ask questions of all of your colleagues in ministry.</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><a href="http://www.episcopalchurch.org/126524_126532_ENG_HTM.htm">Newsletter of The Episcopal Church Center</a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-family: "Century Gothic";"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue",Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A quarterly publication from Church Center staff - currently bookmarked to an interview with the Officer for Youth Ministry.</span></span></div>Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600018837282661770.post-46599068740525202922011-02-11T19:04:00.000-06:002011-02-11T19:04:41.063-06:00Employment OpportunitiesChrist Episcopal Church in Bowling Green, Kentucky, is seeking a <strong>full time youth director</strong>. They have been consulting with Youth Ministry Architechts to define and discern this position. Please <a href="https://app.e2ma.net/app/view:CampaignPublic/id:7974.8993614059/rid:1d6738effa921db7e733823404758bb4">click here</a> to read about it. To learn more about Youth Ministry Architechts and how their consultants may be able to enhance your youth ministry, <a href="http://ymarchitects.com/">click here</a>.<br />
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To learn about full time, part time, seasonal, and internship postings at Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers, <a href="http://www.episcopalccc.org/employment/employment.htm">click here</a>.<br />
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If you are attempting to hire someone for a Youth Ministry or Lifelong Christian Formation position in your diocese or congregation, please send your information with a link to the position description to <a href="mailto:bskov@episcopalchurch.org">bskov@episcopalchurch.org</a>. We are happy to share these postings throughout our network via this blog, FaceBook and Twitter.Bronwynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12427129728481018582noreply@blogger.com0