Good Friday Overnight for Youth
Gather at the Foot of the Cross 

Using the violence of the cross as a starting point, young people from across the diocese will gather to explore the practice of compassionate witnessing—having the loving courage to accompany victims of violence through their suffering without being ourselves traumatized by the experience. Together, we will consider how we can make a difference in transforming the societal violence we all face. 

The event will include activities and discussions, games, and Taizé-inspired worship.

Event is for middle- and high-school aged young people.

NOTE:  This is a "lock-in" style overnight.  Participants should be prepared to sleep on the floor of the church. Bring sleeping bags, pillows, and if desired, sleeping pads or mats.  (The floor is carpeted.)  Due to space limitations, large inflate-a-bed mattresses may be problematic.

Event begins after dinner on Friday.  A light snack Friday night and a light breakfast Saturday morning will be served.

Cost:  $15/person.  Scholarship support is available upon request.

Each participant, both youth and adult, must come with completed "Consent" and "Medical/Emergency Contact Information" forms.

Advance registration no later than noon, March 30, 2015, is required.

Activities designed and led by the Rev. Dr. Lisa Fortuna, psychiatrist and priest who has been trained in Strategies for Trauma Awareness and Resilience (STAR) curriculum.

Presented in partnership with the
B-PEACE for Jorge Coalition.