Cardia Deo
Feb. 19 - 21, 2021
New Date!
Big Sandy Camp, McGregor

"Called"
COVID-19 Update:
At this time we are keeping the Cardia Deo dates on the calendar. We will monitor the COVID-19 situation carefully in the coming months, and will follow all CDC and governmental guidelines as we discern if it is safe to gather in February. The LYO Board is considering contingencies and plans to post an update by August 15th.
Cardia Deo is a retreat for high school youth in grades 9-12 and their adult leaders. As Christians, we are Called, Gathered, Equipped and Sent to be the Heart of God (Cardia Deo) in the world. Bible studies led by the LYO Board, servant learning, worship, mystery event, camp life, and an adult track led by the retreat chaplain all make this event a deeply meaningful, fun and faith-nurturing event.
Registration information will be posted by August 15, 2020.

General Information

Early Registration: 
Standard Registration: 
Last Day to Register: 
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Event Details
How to Register
Registration Worksheet
Housing Policy
Tips for Adult Leaders and Job Description
Logo
Directions to Big Sandy

Event Information

Primary Leaders; Please click on the brown title to download these documents and share with all your Adult Leaders!

Confirmation Packet
Information to help Adult Leaders prepare for Cardia Deo.

Step by Step Guide to Cardia Deo for Adult Leaders
This is a "step by step" guide to Cardia Deo to help you know what to expect as adult leaders.

Adult Leader Job Description
Expectations of Adult Leaders and tips from experienced Adult Leaders. (Reads best if printed back to back, folded in half.)

Family Time Discussion Guide
Family Time is your opportunity to meet with your group during the event to discuss what youth are experiencing and learning. Copies of the discussion guide and handout will be included in your registration packet at Cragun's, but you may wish to download early to prepare!

Discipline Guidelines
Discipline issues are a rare occurrence at Cardia Deo. But when they do occur, the LYO Board wants congregations to know how we will support you through the experience and how we will work with you to determine which actions to take.
  

How to Register

STEP ONE: Collect Information
Read "How to Register" and use the "Registration Worksheet" to prepare for registration.
STEP TWO: Group Registration
Use the "Group Registration: Register Now" button below to register your group. The button will turn blue and the link will become active when registration opens January 1, 2021. Registration closes February 8, 2021 or when the event fills, whichever comes first.
STEP THREE: Collect Forms
There are two forms needed for participation at Cardia Deo:

1. Health and Release Form: Due February 11
Youth AND Adult Leaders need to submit a Health and Release Form. Parents and Adult Leaders can either fill out the online or paper version.
  • Online Release Form: Use this link to have parents/leaders fill out the Health and Release Form online no later than February 11. Parents must have the Primary Leader email address to submit forms online! You can also give parents the direct link: www.nemnsynod.org/CDRelease
  • Paper Release Form: Use this link to download a paper version of the Health and Release Form for parents/leaders to sign and fill out, and mail to the synod office no later than February 11

2. Participant Covenant
  • Due February 11 OR bring with you to Cardia Deo
  • Be sure to discuss the covenant with your group before signing!
STEP FOUR: Changes to Your Registration
Click on the "Changes Form" button below if you would like to make an addition, substitution or cancellation to your registration. Substitutions must be same-gender unless pre-approved by the event registrar. Email Catherine.Anderson@nemnsynod.org for approval.
STEP FIVE: Download Confirmation Packet
Beginning February 1, 2021, use the links to the left to download the Confirmation Packet and other helpful information. Read through this material carefully and share with your adult leaders and parents.