When it comes to the spiritual formation of youth, offering opportunities for them to connect and learn in a safe place is critical. That’s what the 2024 “Grounded” youth event, held at All Saints, Winter Park, on March 1-2, provided for many from across the Diocese of Central Florida. The two-day conference-style retreat created a…
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Imagine a formational curriculum for children and teens that allows them to engage with the Bible in creative, interactive ways. Imagine it follows the liturgical calendar, engaging them with the enduring traditions of The Episcopal Church. Imagine it offers multiple entry points, allowing students and teachers to build deep connections with scripture and with one…
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The Diocese of Central Florida‘s renewed emphasis on youth ministry comes to life with “Grounded,” the first of three 2024 gospel-focused youth events funded in its operating budget, set to take place Friday and Saturday, March 1-2, at All Saints, Winter Park. Registration begins at 7 p.m. Friday, with worship and teaching sessions slated for…
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The Rev. Kevin Bartle, rector of St. Mary of the Angels, Orlando, officially began his position as one of three new youth ministry coordinators for the Diocese of Central Florida on Jan. 1. But thanks to a last-minute invitation, he attended a Province IV Youth Ministry Leadership and Network Meeting held Nov. 30-Dec. 3 at…
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The Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin S. Holcomb, bishop of the Diocese of Central Florida, has appointed three priests to serve as diocesan youth ministry coordinators. In addition to their current roles, the Rev. Garcia Barnswell-Schmidt (Lower School chaplain of Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, Melbourne), the Rev. Kevin Bartle (rector of St. Mary of the Angels,…
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Sacred space – a place in our lives that we set apart as holy – is essential to spiritual growth. This may be particularly so when it comes to children and youth. For many of them in the Diocese of Central Florida, Camp Wingmann is one of those places. A sacred space for many years,…
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A quick (as in 0.54 seconds) Google search for “home cooked meal in college” returns 97 million results. Ranging from quick dorm-friendly microwave recipes to forums where college moms seek tips on shipping home-cooked meals across the states, the results make clear that college students are thinking a lot about food. In a 2021 survey…
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Soul in the City, the summer youth mission/service trip for the Diocese of Central Florida, continues to transform local communities as well as the lives of the 50-plus youth and youth leaders who show up for a weeklong community service experience. The youth groups from All Saints’, Lakeland; the Cathedral Church of St. Luke, Orlando;…
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Treinta y seis estudiantes de secundaria participaron recientemente en tres campamentos patrocinados por Cristo Rey y Jesús de Nazaret, ambas de Orlando, y se enfocaron en prepararlos para carreras después de graduarse. El programa, realizado en tres lugares de tres condados diferentes, se realizó en conjunto con la Renacer Foundation (Renacer en Vida Nueva) y…
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Thirty-six high school students recently participated in three camps sponsored by Christ the King, Orlando, and Jesús de Nazaret, Orlando, and focused on preparing them for careers after graduation. The program, conducted in three locations in three different counties, was done in partnership with the Renacer Foundation and made possible through a $150,000 grant from…
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