Journey to Adulthood Groups
Breakfast Club: A program for our 6th graders “waiting in the wings” as they get ready to start Rite 13 the following year. One of the primary goals as part of this program is to build community.
Rite-13: The first two years (6th & 7th or 7th & 8th graders) that focus on celebrating the individuality of each young person and their creative potential. We celebrate a special Rite-13 liturgy in the context of Sunday morning worship to honor each young person and mark their rite of passage from childhood to adulthood.
J2A: The middle portion of the program (8th & 9th or 9th & 10th graders), engages youth with the skills and critical thinking involved in adulthood. The youth plan and embark on a pilgrimage together at the end of this segment.
Confirmation
It is during this time that we incorporate exploration and discernment regarding the youth’s decision to be confirmed.
YAC (Young Adults in Church): This is a mentor-based program that helps older teens (10th & 11th or 11th & 12th graders) discern and carry out a ministry within their church or in the larger community. Vocation and development of a personal credo are also emphasized. A final rite of passage sends them out into the world as ambassadors of Christ.
SHY (Senior High Youth): 12th Grade program occurring every other year when the Seniors’ older Journey to Adulthood partner-class has gone off to college or the workforce. Our Seniors will have their Credo service this year.
College Connections: College students remain connected to St. John’s with regular care packages from church, GodSibb mailings, and communications from a “guardian angel” (parishioner), as well as get-togethers during breaks.
Summertime
Vacation Bible School for incoming 6th graders (fall 2012)--VBS is June 18th-22nd, 9am-12pm. Campers are invited to register for a week of fun, faith and fellowship. This program combines chapel, games, music, and arts and crafts for a traditional bible School experience. Registration will be available in February. For more information, contact Joan Stralka.
Vacation Bible School Volunteer Camp Counselor opportunities for incomein 7th-12th graders (fall 2012)--June 18th-22nd from 9am-12pm. If you are going into 7th-12th grade and enjoy working with children, VBS is the place for you! Opportunities are available in arts and crafts, games, snacks, music, acting and class leadership! We will be auditioning drama enthusiasts to perform for our opening and closing ceremonies. This is a great opportunity to earn high school volunteer hours and colleges love to see this experience on an application! Please join us for this week of fun and enrichment. Registration forms will be available in February. There is no fee to register. A training meeting will be held on Sunday, June 3rd at 12pm. Lunch will be served. For more information, contact Joan Stralka.
Summer 2011 - Camps at the Bishop Claggett Center
The Bishop Claggett Center is the camp & conference center of the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland and is located near Frederick. This welcoming, Holy place offers opportunities to be in community with other Christians is the presence of God.
Dates for SUMMER CAMP 2011
- High School Week - June 26
- Middle School Week - July 10
- Elementary Week - July 17
- Mid Mission Adventure - July 24
- High School Mission Week - July 24
- Youth Adventure Camp - July 31
Special Challenge Week July 31- Aug 4
Come and become part of an incredible camp community. Camp truly is the place to be every summer. Swimming, boating, & adventure in an affirming and Christian environment. Memories at camp last forever. For elementary through high school youth. www.bishopclaggett.org
