June 30 – July 4, 2023 in Indianapolis
Learn about the Youth Program at General Synod 34.
Daily Theme:
You Belong Here!
Daily Challenge:
Based on your own comfort level, let 3 people know they belong here! This can be through a short-written note, a social media shoutout, a verbal message or anything you think of.
Question to Ponder:
What are you hoping to learn or have answered while you are here?
Social Media Engagement:
Find your conference or associate conference minister and take a picture with them. Use the synod social media handles.
***All children and youth are encouraged to participate in the opening processional. Please assemble at 2:00 pm in the worship hall just outside the Family Prayground Space for direction from Rev. Dr. Cheryl Lindsay***
Daily Theme:
Finding Your Way
Daily Challenge:
Visit the exhibit hall or attend one of the Engagement Sessions to find a new way to connect with the national ministries of the United Church of Christ.
Question to Ponder:
Who do you turn to when you can’t find your way and why?
Social Media Engagement:
Find a map and post a selfie using the synod hashtags.
Details will be shared onsite
Daily Theme:
Building Empathy for Others
Daily Challenge:
Practice a random act of kindness for someone today.
Question to Ponder:
Does your church practice charity or justice (weigh using chocolate chips on a scale)
Social Media Engagement:
Post a justice themed quote on any of your social media profiles and be sure to use the synod hashtag as well.
Daily Theme:
You in the World
Daily Challenge:
Stop by the Join the Movement booth and tell your story on video.
Question to Ponder:
What social justice initiative is most important to you (illustrate using jars and candy)
Social Media Engagement:
Without posting people, where do you see justice issues being present today (at Synod) or in Indianapolis. Post using the hashtags.
Daily Theme:
Making You New
Daily Challenge:
Be intentional about connecting with some new friend that you would like to stay in contact with moving forward. Exchange numbers, social media handles or some other contact info that you are both comfortable with.
Question to Ponder:
How have you changed during the last few days at General Synod?
Social Media Engagement:
Post a picture of your group in front of a General Synod sign using the hashtags.
This will include a session with Rev. Traci Blackmon from 1:30-2:00.
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