!no longer strangers Presbytery of Scioto Valley

Winter Youth Retreat Jan. 31 - Feb. 1

6-8th Grades Confirmation 9-12th Grades

So now you are no longer strangers

and aliens. !Rather,

you are fellow citizens with God’s people, and you belong to God’s household. Ephesians 2:19

Directions !!Camp Akita (Akita recommends against using a GPS)

29746 Logan-Hornsmill Road Logan, Ohio 43138 !

Akita is located approx. 1hr and 15 min. SE of Columbus. !• Take US-33 East towards Lancaster approx. 18mi. • Continue onto the Lancaster Bypass (follow US-33).

Travel 16.5mi. on the bypass. • Turn left at the Sugar Grove traffic light (onto S Main

St). Travel 0.2mi. !(Begin to follow signs to Camp Akita) !• Turn right onto Maple St / Fairfield County Rd 65 • Cross the bridge and follow County Rd 65 for 2.7mi. • Turn right at the white church onto Hurst Hill Rd, which

becomes Logan-Hornsmill Rd • Follow Logan-Hornsmill Rd for 2.7mi. to the main

entrance, which will be on the left.

Sponsored by the Commission of Nurture and Outreach

of the Presbytery of Scioto Valley

Confirmation Track This retreat offers a Confirmation Track for youth who are preparing for Confirmation in their local congregation. !The Confirmation Track offers small group sessions that will explore the theme No Longer Strangers by looking at the topics of mission and being Christian in a multi-faith world, while also integrating Presbyterian polity, worship, and reformed theology. !If would like more specifics about the topics and content covered, email Brittany Porch at bporch@bspc.org. !!Packing List

• Bible • Warm Clothes • 2 pairs of shoes • Sleeping Bag / Bedding • Pillow • Towel • Toiletries / Deodorant • Any medications taken routinely should be

brought in original packaging/bottle that identifies prescribing doctor, name of medication, dosage, and frequency of administration. !

Do not Pack • Personal Electronic devices (i.e. games, CD

Players, iPods) • Drugs, Alcohol, Fireworks • Cellphones are for Emergency use Only

Registration Form Due by Friday Jan 24, 2014!

Please detach and mail w/ Payment to:Presbytery of Scioto Valley (PSV)

6320 Busch Blvd. Suite 250 Columbus, OH 43229 !

Circle One: Camper / AdultName _____________________ Gender __________Address __________________________________________________________________________________E-mail _______________________________________Grade _________ Church ______________________!Are you currently in Confirmation? Y / N!Special Accommodations/Allergies/Medication __________________________________________________________________________________________Insurance Carrier _____________________________Policy # _____________________________________!!!

I, the undersigned, being the parent or legal guardian of the child named above, permit my

child to participate in all camp activities and certify that the above information is correct. I give

permission for my child/me to be photographed during camp activities and for the Presbytery to

use such photographs in publicity. I give permission for PSV to administer prescribed

medications and provide routine health care. I understand the presbytery will not be responsible

for medical expenses incurred, but that such expenses will be my responsibility as parent/

guardian. In the case of accident/injury, I give PSV permission to seek medical attention for my child/

me and arrange necessary transportation and I understand hat if my child needs emergency care that PSV will attempt to contact me immediately.!

Signature _____________________ Date __________Printed Name ________________________________ Emergency Number ___________________________

no longer strangers Our retreat theme this year will be based on Ephesians 2:19. We will explore in worship, music, small group sessions, and recreation what it means to be citizens of God’s household in this multi-faith and constantly connected world. How do we treat other members of God’s household? How do we do mission and serve? !!!Cost $80 for youth participants $50 for adult leaders !Location Camp Akita is a mission of First Community Church, Columbus, Ohio. Akita’s 1200 acres, nestled in the heart of the Hocking Hills, features 15 miles of marked hiking trails; a 7-acre lake for fishing, swimming or canoeing; nature sanctuary; ropes challenge course; basketball court; and sand volleyball court. !Keynote We’ve invited very engaging and powerful speakers to help us frame this weekend. We will hear from Sean Delaney who served as YAV in Peru and is currently getting her MSW at OSU. !Small Groups This is a great opportunity to connect with other youth your age from around the presbytery. You’ll get to play games together, read scripture together, and have some deep discussion that will help you grow deeper as a group. !Worship This weekend brings many opportunities to worship God meaningfully. We will have an reflective vespers service on Saturday Evening and a closing worship sunday evening.

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