God created each of us intentionally,
out of love, and for a purpose. Each of us is equipped with God given
gifts and talents intended for the glory of God.
During
this overnight youth retreat we invite high school age
teens an opportunity to learn skills for Christian leadership and ministry in a
series of workshops and practical applications The following skill points
will be covered: Christian Leadership, Communication Skills, Group Dynamics,
Decision Making and, Planning skills.
Each
retreatant will be asked to use the skills above by visioning with their work
group a plan for youth ministry at their parish or vicariate and possibly on a
diocesan level.
Each
retreatant will grow in personal awareness by participating in small groups for
discussion and practical experiences of Christian Leadership, Community, Prayer
and Affirmation.
Each
retreatant will gain knowledge and experience by participating in worship
experiences and liturgical celebrations.
Overnight accommodation in the
Dorm and meals included for a fee of $95.00 per teen. Once you
register, you will be directed to the payment page. After completing
payment, you will receive a Guggenheim packing list and schedule for drop off
and pick up times. The retreat will be held at the Guggenheim Center
located at: 1468 County Route 18 Saranac Lake, New York.
Retreatant check in is: Friday, September 30th
at 6:00PM.
Retreatant check out is: Sunday, October 2nd at
10:00AM.
COVID-19
Safety Notice
We
have no higher priority than providing a safe and healthy venue for Youth Leadership Retreat
2021.
All staff are fully vaccinated. All attendees, upon
check-in, will be requested to provide proof of vaccination or results of a negative PCR test
for COVID-19 taken in the last 72 hours. We ask that any
registered attendee experiencing any common COVID symptoms not attend the retreat.
The Diocese of Ogdensburg continues to monitor the changing landscape involving the CDC guidelines.
We will follow the New York State Department of Health requirements regarding
COVID-19 safety.
Please note
that this is a very fluid time as we navigate our new normal. We will continue
to post updates as needed.
If you have
any registration or requirement questions, please contact,Jeannie
Grizzuto, Youth Office Administrator at:
jgrizzuto@rcdony.org
or 315-393-2920 ext. 1413