Chinook Winds Region First Third Ministry will be providing a full Children and Youth program at the 2022 Regional Gathering at Gaetz Memorial United Church in Red Deer May 5th - May 7th.
Children and Youth will explore the theme of the Annual General Meeting, A place at the table; Feasting at the Theological Banquet, through play, crafts and games, with intergenerational worship and song during the Regional Gathering. Here is a snapshot of some of the activities we have planned;
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Painting (and Paint Throwing) our Theological Personality
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Building our Church (LEGO Time)
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Sharing the Good News Through Craft and Gifting
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Doing Good Works Through Youth Mission and Caring for the Earth (Planting Seeds, Building Bee Habitat)
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Sharing Stories of Faith
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Movie Night (of Course!)
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Swimming
Dates:
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May 5th (4pm - 9pm)
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May 6th (8:30am - 8:30pm)
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May 7th (8:45am - 6pm)
Children and Youth will attend the dinner celebration on May 7th and Sunday, May 8th Celebration of Ministry with their family or church sponsor.
Location: Gaetz Memorial United Church, Red Deer Alberta (Google Maps Link)
Meals: Chinook Winds Region will be providing meals. Please indicate any allergies and/or dietary needs below in the registration. Meals will include a light supper and snacks on May 5th and Lunch, Dinner and Snacks May 6 – May 7.
Lodging: Children and Youth are required to stay with their families or church sponsor. While the region will support their travel, we are unable to provide reimbursement for accommodation costs. A block of rooms are available at the Ramada - Red Deer
What to Bring:
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Clothes For All Weather Conditions
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Sunscreen and Sun Protection
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Water Bottle
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Day Pack
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Swimsuit, Towel and Swim Gear (flip-flops, goggles, etc.)
COVID-19 Considerations: This is an in-person program. Regional members, guests, children and youth are encouraged, but not required to wear a protective mask (cloth, medical or KN95) while indoors at Gaetz Memorial. We strongly recommend COVID-19 vaccinations.
We're excited to be welcoming you soon, we are looking forward to this beautiful, faithful time together!
If you have any questions regarding this event, please email Chris at chrismahpoy@United-church.ca.
Warm blessings from the CWPM First Third Ministry Team