STEUBENVILLE 2013 3/19/2016 1 St. Cyril of Jerusalem 1 3/19/2016 2 STEUBENVILLE-2013 LOVE is the strongest force in the world. It is unconditional. It never fails. And, at its center, love is a choice. This summer, we will explore that our ability to love is only because God first loved us.(1 John 4:19). He chose us. God’s greatest desire is to be with us; not because of anything we can do for Him, but simply because He loves us. You are invited to experience a love that has no limits, no end, no strings attached. Come join us as we discover the reality that nothing can separate us from this love. We are CHOSEN 3/19/2016 3 STEUBENVILLE - 2013 Vision Statement Inviting youth into a life-changing relationship with Jesus Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit through a call to embrace the heart and mission of the Church. 3/19/2016 4 STEUBENVILLE-2013 • So what do you guys do at the youth conference? – The conference combines awesome talks, incredible music, praise and worship, time for prayer and fellowship, entertainment, and anointed liturgies. Basically it is a week-end to get rocked by God, to get serious, about life in Christ and His Church, and to learn about the Gospel. 3/19/2016 5 Steubenville 2013 • SHOW LOVE AND RESPECT FOR GOD – Pray daily for self and others-NOW – VERY IMPORTANT DATE: JUNE 4th 8:00 to 9:00PM in the prayer chapel – Receive the Sacraments – Participate in the activities – Be open, flexible, give yourself to God and let Him take you where He wishes – Represent God in your words and actions 3/19/2016 6 Steubenville 2013 • Our destination: – Franciscan University of Steubenville, Christian Outreach Office, Katrina Johnson, 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH. 43952-740.284.5888 – If your child has special dietary needs, contact Sodexo Campus Food Services in advance at specialdietrequest@franciscan.edu – Emergency Only Contact Line (740) 283 6794 – Line for non emergencies (740) 283 6801 – My cell 215 896 6649 3/19/2016 7 Steubenville 2013 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Phil Aspen Joey Berry* Caroline Bird* Elizabeth Bird* Dan Butynskyi* Julianne Butynskyi* Austin Carroll Hannah Carroll* Riley Chioffe* Anthony Cinque* Ryan Cenderelli Nick Doody Lauren Dougherty Aidan Gaab Dana Gensel Georgia Gianios Jenn Horner* Ryan Jeffrey Michele Karn* Jack Kelly Marissa Kingsbury* Mitchell Mannas Joe Marshall* Eileen McCole* 3/19/2016 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Michael Mele Kieran Morgan Jerry O’Brien* Brian Nessel* Connor Ochsenreither Taylor Ochsenreither* Lucas Pfendner* Caroline Piekarski Matthew Roberts Caitlin Rosica* Allison Saile* Nina Salvucci* Julia Sanelli* Dan Shaw Sierra Stockman Jon Szyszko Kyle Tokiwa Ryan Waddington Tim Waddington Christina Zencak Kevin Zencak* 8 STEUBENVILLE-2013 • Teens = 45 • Three attending Franciscan LEAD-Leadership, Evangelization and Discipleship-Full week• Dan Butynskyi, Julia Sanelli, Michele Karn • Adults = 5 – – – – 3/19/2016 Dan Rackers Paul Doody Rob Chioffe Jane Marshall 9 STEUBENVILLE 2013 • Emergency phone chain: – We will provide you with an emergency phone chain prior to departure. – In case of an emergency that involved the group as a whole, this phone chain should be used. – Teens will be allowed to bring their cell phones but not allowed to have them during the day. They will be able to call you in the morning and at night. If you need to reach them call me or if they need to reach you during the day they can use my phone. It will be on but in silent mode. Best to text me with any emergency or messages – Please take this very seriously AND reinforce with your teen. The sessions are intense and require attention throughout. I have no tolerance for cell phone texting or web searching during a presentation or discussion. 3/19/2016 10 Steubenville 2013 • HAGEY COACH COMPANY – 54 passenger coach – 210 Schoolhouse Road – 800.544.2439…….www.hagey.comwwwwwwwwwwwwww www.hagey.com • Chaperones – – – – – 3/19/2016 Paul Doody 215.436.4411 Linda Kingsbury 215.534.4639 Jane Marshall 215.287.9107 Rob Chioffe 215.262.8001 Dan Rackers 215.896.6649 11 Basic Schedule for the Weekend • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7:30AM 8:00 AM 8:45 AM 3:30 PM 4:30 – 6:30PM 6:30 PM 10:00 to 11:30 12:00AM Friday July 12 Arrive at St. Cyril’s and place luggage underneath bus Attend Mass /Breakfast To-Go in the hall Depart (1 rest stop for lunch along the way) Approximate Time of Arrival in Steubenville/Check-in Dinner Opening Session in Finnegan Fieldhouse Freetime-Small group discussion-Reconciliation Lights out 7:00 AM 8:30 AM 10:00 AM 11:30 AM 1:30 PM 2:45 PM 4:15 PM 5:00 PM 6:30 PM 10:00 – 11:30 12:00 AM Saturday July 13 Breakfast Morning Session Mass Lunch Entertainment Workshops Small Group Dinner Evening Session, Adoration, Empowerment Small group, Reconciliation, Free time Lights out 3/19/2016 12 12 BASIC SCHEDULE SUNDAY JULY 14 7:00 AM 8:30 AM 1100 AM 1:00 PM 8:00PM 3/19/2016 Breakfast Men’s and Women’s Sessions Mass Lunch/Checkout/Depart (One rest stop for dinner-Cracker Barrel) Approximate time of arrival back to St. Cyril’s 13 Basic Points of Conduct • Appropriate dress and speech at all times. Modesty and good taste respecting other participants and our Lord. Clothing must cover all undergarments and midriffs. Bikini tops, low cut tops, miniskirts, short shorts, or other inappropriate attire are not to be worn at any time during the conference. Gentleman are required to wear shirts at all times. Shoes as well. Violators will be requested to change clothing at the discretion of the Conference staff. • Foul and abusive language will not be permitted • NO alcohol, drugs, weapons, etc. • NO youth is to be unsupervised during the conference sessions • Always follow the directions of the conference staff • You must attend all sessions! 3/19/2016 14 14 STEUBENVILLE-2012 • Housing: – No moving of furniture – No persons of opposite sex are allowed in the dorm at any time. – No noise after lights out and no leaving dorm after lights out – Food may be eaten and kept in the rooms only if there is no evidence of food afterwards – Rooms must be left clean enough to walk through each day – No disrespect or disregard of staff direction – No profanity – No defacing of housing signs 3/19/2016 15 STEUBENVILLE - 2012 • Three strike violation system: – Applies to all regulations and policies of FU. – First violation = $25.00 – Second violation = $25.00 – Third violation = $25.00 plus loss of conference attendance in 2014. 3/19/2016 16 Facilities • Most will be sleeping in dormitories so plan accordingly…do not plan on AC…. • Minimum of four participants per room…not everyone on beds…. • There is one bathroom and shower room per floor which are usually adequately large in size • All doors must remain unlocked and opened at all times so do not bring anything of value to the conference! Whatever you bring is your responsibility. • Dorms are closed during the day and no one is allowed back in. • Take with you whatever you will need including medications. • You can bring a backpack • Conferences take place in the Finnegan Field House; an indoor, air conditioned facility. • Must attend all sessions and must wear wristband given at registration. 3/19/2016 17 17 What to Bring – Necessities • A sleeping bag, pillow, small cot/air mattress; linens • Toiletries (soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, etc.) • A washcloth and towel • A rain poncho or windbreaker/umbrella • Comfortable footwear is essential! Flip flops are not recommended • A backpack • A sweatshirt or jacket (Fieldhouse can be cold) • A fan for the room 3/19/2016 18 18 What to Bring – More Necessities • • • • • • • • • Our Group T-shirt; Diocesan T shirt; GYM T shirt Sun block A Bible, notebook and pen Bathing suit for showers – optional; showers do have curtains Spending money for additional food, drink, bookstore, gift for prayer buddy. Appropriate clothing; pack light; I pods, personal audio/video devices/cell phones can be brought for the bus ride Rest stops will be taken on Friday and Sunday; $10 will be provided at outgoing stop; dinner on way back at Cracker Barrel is already paid for. Most Important!!! – An open mind and heart 3/19/2016 19 19 STEUBENVILLE 2013 • Physical Needs during the conference – – – – – Drink plenty of water Avoid caffeine and high sugar soda’s Get at least six hours of sleep Eat regular meals Camera is fine. No flash photo’s during liturgies and no part of the conference can be videotaped. – Favorite snack for bus rides – I will be taking many pictures so you may want to leave your camera at home. Last year we took over 300. Will be posted on our website on Steubenville page and on our Steubenville FB page unless parents object. • Bring cards, books, mags, DVD’s, games. • Movies; guitar; I’ll bring football; 3/19/2016 20 STEUBENVILLE - 2013 • You will be told of your financial sponsors. Asked to write letter prior to leaving and one when you get back. • Can room with friends. Twenty five boys will be in two buildings or dorm • Same with 16 girls….the other side of campus • Fan’s are necessary but everyone does not need to bring one. • If you don’t have a bible that is fine. I will pack extra’s. • GYM tee shirt on bus. • Parents invited to Mass @ 8:00 on the 12th. • Cell phones: You can bring them. I would suggest that you do not. They will interfere with your time with one another and with your time with God. If you need to make a call you can use my phone. • Parents have our phone numbers and the numbers for Steubenville. • Steubenville will have all the forms with the medical and contact information. 3/19/2016 21 STEUBENVILLE – 2013 • Cell phone policy: – Limited time on bus to Steubenville – Regulated time coming back – At night when they retire but not after lights out. – They will be collected and placed in a manila envelope with name and make/model on outside. 3/19/2016 22 STEUBENVILLE 2013 • Next meeting on Tuesday June 4th in the prayer chapel from 8:00to 9:00PM. • This is: – Shared prayer – Guided reflection – Adoration-quiet time – Discussion – Praise and Worship music • Very important meeting. Please do not miss it. 23 STEUBENVILLE - 2013 • Closing Prayer – Steubenville video 24