2018 Middle School Gathering:
November 16-17 OR 17-18, 2018
Cragun's Resort, Brainerd
2018 Confirmation Theme: The Sacraments
November 16-17 OR 17-18, 2018
Cragun's Resort, Brainerd
2018 Confirmation Theme: The Sacraments
The Middle School Gathering is for youth in grades 6-9 and their adult leaders. This event gathers young people to grow in their faith by focusing on common confirmation teachings presented in a unique way (see rotation below). The event includes large group assemblies with a keynote speaker and band, learning clusters (small group learning), family time (time to meet with your church group), hotel life (fun activities including inflatable games, basketball, swimming pool Wii, board games and crafts, prayer room, dance music and more), and worship.
2018 Middle School Gathering Speaker: David Scherer (Agape)
Combining rapping, dancing, storytelling and his fluency in Spanish, AGAPE* connects with his listeners in a way that they really "get it". His energy is contagious, and his stories of faith transcend differences. Even those who do not normally enjoy hip-hop, find themselves dancing to his music and captivated by his unique presentation of the Gospel. AGAPE* brings an authentic approach by translating the theological depth of his seminary training into simple songs and stories that can be understood by every listener. His passion is to bring together people of all backgrounds and let them know about God's love for the whole world. This is "AGAPE*"!
Combining rapping, dancing, storytelling and his fluency in Spanish, AGAPE* connects with his listeners in a way that they really "get it". His energy is contagious, and his stories of faith transcend differences. Even those who do not normally enjoy hip-hop, find themselves dancing to his music and captivated by his unique presentation of the Gospel. AGAPE* brings an authentic approach by translating the theological depth of his seminary training into simple songs and stories that can be understood by every listener. His passion is to bring together people of all backgrounds and let them know about God's love for the whole world. This is "AGAPE*"!
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General Information
Early Registration: $67 if postmarked on or before Oct. 18, 2018 Standard Registration: $77 if postmarked on or after Oct. 19, 2018 Event Details How To Register Registration Worksheet Housing Policy Tips for Adult Leaders and Job Description Logo Registration Information Registration opens October 1, 2018. Last day to register: November 5, 2018 (postmarked) or when event fills, whichever comes first. Please note that this event often fills before the close of registration! Registration and Housing Questions: Contact Registrar Marilyn Hull at MSG@nemnsynod.org or 218-724-4424, ext. 120. Email is preferred (and will get you a quicker response!) Marilyn is available for questions and to respond to messages on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. If you have programmatic questions regarding the event, please contact Catherine.Anderson@nemnsynod.org. Gathering Information
Confirmation Packet Information to help Adult Leaders prepare for the Middle School Gathering. Adult Leader Job Description Expectations of Adult Leaders and tips from experienced Adult Leaders. (Reads best if printed back to back, folded in half.) Adult Leader Step by Step Guide to the MSG Will be posted by November 1, 2018 This Guide gives a step by step outline of how to lead your group through the Middle School Gathering. Print and fold as a tri-fold brochure. Hard copies will be in your registration packet when you arrive. Family Time Discussion Guide Will be posted by November 1, 2018 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 the Middle School Gathering. 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. Confirmation Theme Rotation
2018: The Sacraments 2019: Ten Commandments 2020: The Apostle's Creed 2021: The Lord's Prayer |
Only the Primary Leader from your congregation should use this link to register your entire group. Pastors/Youth Leaders: Please do NOT give this link to parents to register their individual children!
NEW for 2018!
Registration for the Middle School Gathering is all online!
Make a Change to My Registration Use the button below to submit a substitution or make a cancellation to your existing registration, and to add pizzas to your registration. All substitutions must be same gender unless pre-approved by the registrar. Email MSG@nemnsynod.org to receive approval. Forms Needed
Health and Release Form: Due November 5 Use the links below for the version that suits your needs:
Participant Covenant
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Resources from the 2017 Middle School Gathering!
We encourage you to keep learning and growing in prayer practices as you return home! Below are the resources we used this weekend to help youth grow in prayer and faith formation!
Prayer Lab Descriptions
Lord's Prayer Station Descriptions:
Download in Word to tweak as needed
Download as a PDF
Lord's Prayer Worksheet:
Download in Word to tweak as needed
Download as a PDF
This resources was developed by our LYO Board member Deb Westerbeg, adapted for the Middle School Gathering from Creative Theology. You can download the original resource here.
Four Pillars of Prayer from Dave Holtz's keynote
WHEAT conversation tool
Additional Resources for prayer:
Candle Time Prayer Kit
Heart Ignite
We encourage you to keep learning and growing in prayer practices as you return home! Below are the resources we used this weekend to help youth grow in prayer and faith formation!
Prayer Lab Descriptions
Lord's Prayer Station Descriptions:
Download in Word to tweak as needed
Download as a PDF
Lord's Prayer Worksheet:
Download in Word to tweak as needed
Download as a PDF
This resources was developed by our LYO Board member Deb Westerbeg, adapted for the Middle School Gathering from Creative Theology. You can download the original resource here.
Four Pillars of Prayer from Dave Holtz's keynote
WHEAT conversation tool
Additional Resources for prayer:
Candle Time Prayer Kit
Heart Ignite