Registration Contact
Chris Ridgway
304-344-8331, ext 30
cridgway@wvumc.org
Karen Thaxton
304-344-8331, ext 24
kthaxton@wvumc.org
Event Questions
(or emergency situations)
Shea James
Young Disciples and Outdoor Ministries Director
740-624-2981
Youth Coordinator
304-840-1923
Arrival/Departure
Registration begins Friday night, November 16th at 7:30 pm in the Vocational Building and ends Sunday, November 18th at 11:00 am. Please plan to meet your youth near the outdoor chapel or their respective cabin. We ask that you arrive as near to 11:00 am as possible.
What to Bring
- Faithful Enthusiasm
- Open Heart to God’s Leading
- Bible, Pen and Notebook
- Raincoat or Umbrella
- Flashlight with Batteries
- Warm Clothes
- Jacket
- Soap and Shampoo
- Towel and Washcloth
- Tooth Brush and Toothpaste
- Personal Items
- Bedding - (sheets, blanket and or sleeping bag)
- Pillow will be provided. (bring a pillowcase or your own pillow.)
- $$ Money for YSF fundraising
What NOT to Bring
Not all items are appropriate for a large youth setting. Please do not bring objectionable or illegal items. The following is a list of items that would not be appropriate for Fall Workshop:
- TV
- DVD player
- Gaming units
- Alcohol
- Tobacco
- Pornography
- Knives
- Firearms
- Weapons
Youth Service Fund
During Fall Workshop, there will be a YSF store where youth can purchase hot hands, hot chocolate, snacks, and fair-trade jewelry from India. There will also be auctions where youth and counselors can bid on fake mustaches, bubbles, and rare Fall Workshop memorabilia and more! All of the money raised from the store and auctions goes to the Youth Service Fund (YSF) which is the global United Methodist mission fund supported by youth. Through YSF, United Methodist teens raise money for other teens doing ministry in their churches, communities, and the world. Thirty percent of the money raised goes back to the global church’s YSF account to help on a global level and 70% stays here in the West Virginia Annual Conference to help youth serve locally and globally. In 2017 alone YSF has given out $4,900 in support of youth serving in Kenya, Cuba, and South Africa.
For more information about YSF, or to apply for assistance from YSF, please contact Shea James, Director of Young Disciples and Outdoor Ministries sjames@wvumc.org.
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:1-2
Not all of us enjoy running. To be honest, if I’m running, there is probably something chasing me! But every human being, regardless of our physical fitness, is part of a race called life. As Christians, we fix our eyes on Jesus as we run the race. Jesus helps us understand who we are, set our priorities, and shows us how to approach the challenges that are a part of life.
If you’ve ever prepared for a competition, you know that it takes practice, dedication, and a teacher/coach/mentor to show you how to perfect your craft. Whether you’re running, singing, or earning a badge as a scout - preparation is the key to success and training takes time! As Christians, we take time to spend with Jesus, our life coach, we pray, read scripture, and join together with other Christians, so we can run the race of life well. Join us November 16-18 at Cedar Lakes to gather with other young people who are eager to Run the Race!
Peace,
Shea James
* Anyone needing to split payments (ie. church paying a portion of the fee) please select the pay by check method at check out. Mail checks, made payable to Conference Treasurer, to the address is provided on your confirmation.
Please note: It is expected that youth attending Fall Workshop will stay for the entirety of the event. If you know you will be arriving late, please notify Shea James at 740-624-2981.
Refund Policy - Refunds must be requested in writing and must be received by December 1. A $25.00 administration fee will be retained. No refunds will be made for early dismissal from the event
Workshops
This year at Fall Workshop the theme will be Run the Race. During the event we will have a color run/walk!
The more white you wear, the more colorful you will be!
Please bring appropriate clothing.
The Fall Workshop t-shirt is white and it would be great for the color run/walk.
Don't forget about your shoes and socks.
Anything you wear will be covered in color.
We’re going to COLOR THE WAY at Fall Workshop!
Youth Event Covenant
I commit myself to uphold the following moral standards of behavior:
- living by simple guidelines of love and respect for the rights, feelings, and property of others;
- participating in all the scheduled activities, being in designated places and meals at all times;
- remembering that this event is a Christian event, appropriate clothing is expected;
- refraining from bringing and using anything considered illegal for a minor in WV;
- obeying rules governing quiet hours, visitation, event participation, autos and off-campus food deliveries.
I understand that violation of this covenant will result in intervention and disciplinary action by the staff and could result in dismissal from the event.
By registering for FALL WORKSHOP, both camper and parent/guardian
agree to abide by the Youth Event Covenant
Mail-in Registration
Print and Forms with payments to:
Conference Treasurer
PO Box 2469
Charleston, WV 25329
Please include "fall workshop" in the memo line of the check.
On-line Registration
Pay by credit card or by check. (Checks must be recieved by November 10)
You must have an email address to complete the on-line registration process.
