Dear Friends in Youth Ministry,
The Office of Youth Ministry has created some resources to use with your young people in response to the shootings at Virginia Tech. You can find them at http://www.pcusa.org/youthministry/
1. 60-70 minute lesson plan for a youth group or youth gathering "Through a Mirror Dimly".
2. d365.org Online Devotions for youth and youth leaders. Special writings on April 17, 18 and 19 responding to the shootings at VA Tech.
3. Liturgy of Discernment and Prayer For a Youth Group
Contemplative movement for youth groups using scripture and prayer to explore the acts of violence happening in our world (and this past week).
For any questions please contact The Office of Youth Ministry through http://www.pcusa.org/youthministry/.
Peace, Andrew
Resources to use with your young people in response to the shootings at Virginia Tech
Presbyterian Volunteer Village Youth Program
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has received numerous requests for youth to be involved in the Gulf Coast hurricane response. We are pleased to announce that a special program has been designed especially for youth (ages 16-18) to participate in the Presbyterian Volunteer Village experience and the Gulf Coast recovery effort with the Orange Grove Presbyterian Volunteer Village. Information is as follows:
Location: Orange Grove
Dates: Each team will spend one week, arriving on Sunday by 4:00 p.m. and leaving on Saturday.
- June 17-23
- June 24-30
- July 1-7
Adult/youth ratio: 1 adult per 5 youth
Activities: Work in the community may include rebuilding or cleaning, such as cleaning up a park or painting homes. There may also be opportunities to assist local churches with Vacation Bible School or other activities — being a witness in the community and helping the church grow.
For more information please visit http://www.pcusa.org/pda/response/usa/gulfcoast/youthinvillage022707.htm