Grounded is a conference-style youth retreat event designed for you and your youth to hear, engage and experience the gospel of Christ.
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Soul in the City is a five-day mission experience that brings students together from across the Diocese of Central Florida to serve, think deeply, and build real friendships that last. Whether you're part of a youth group or an Episcopal school, this week is an invitation to step into the care and purpose of God.
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New Beginnings, a long-standing ministry created in the Diocese of Central Florida, will host a unique retreat for middle and high school students, led by high school and college students with support from adult leaders.
New BeginningsOur Youth Ministry Coordinators are two devoted individuals who are not just leaders, but mentors, friends, and guides on this spiritual journey. Together, they bring their unique gifts, talents, and experiences to foster a welcoming, inspiring, and supportive environment for our youth. Email them to set up an appointment to discuss how they can support you in your ministry.
The Rev. Garcia Barnswell-Schmidt is the School Chaplain at Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, in Melbourne FL. She also serves as a mentor to school chaplains in the NAES Chaplain Mentorship Program.
Rev. Garcia’s areas of specialty include:
Rev. Garcia believes that the ministry of youth and families is fundamental. Her love of children and her passion to teach them about God drives her ministry forward. She is happy to serve and support you in your ministry needs, even if it’s just simply to talk or use her as a sounding board for your ideas.
The Rev. Kevin Bartle has served as rector at St. Mary of the Angels, Orlando, since his ordination in 2018. He holds a Master of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary, Orlando, and completed Anglican studies at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Jacksonville.
Rev. Kevin’s areas of specialty include:
Throughout his life, Kevin has continually felt a calling to attend to the care and development of youth. He taught elementary students, worked as a psychiatric assistant in a residential facility for adolescents facing mental health challenges and served as youth pastor for a handful of churches within the diocese. Today, Kevin continues his investment in the next generation by serving as the director of New Beginnings and as a chaplain at Camp Wingmann’s winter and summer camps.
Check out these stories about what’s happening around the diocese with Children and Youth.
