Holston Conference of the United Methodist Church

Who Should Attend: All Youth in grades 6-12
Phone: 865-690-4080 ext 4137
Email: registraryouth@holston.org
Location: Gatlinburg Convention Center
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Resurrection is: Spiritual renewal weekend retreat...Closer walk with Christ...Terrific speaker with an awesome God-centered message...Fantastic worship music...Making new friends and renewing existing friendships...About 12,000 youth and adult mentors...For youth in grades 6-12...Gatlinburg, TN!

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RESURRECTION 2009: January 16-18 or 23-25, 2009

• The Theme : Overflowing Receive Him. Reveal Him.
  
  Theme verse: John 1:10-12-- "He was in the world, and the world came into being through him; yet the world did not know him. He came to what was his own,and his own people did not accept him. But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God." (NRSV)
  
  
• T-shirt Contest
  
  United Methodist youth groups in the Holston Conference are invited to participate in a Resurrection T-Shirt Design Contest! The selected youth group will receive all the proceeds from sales at the event for their local group activities after a 10% tithe to the Youth Service Fund.
  
  Entries must be postmarked by July 21, 2008. For more information on the contest, check out our Resurrection T-Shirt Design Contest Flyer.
  
  

• Speaker: Justin Lookadoo
  
  Throw out the word “normal” when the subject turns to author/speaker Justin Lookadoo. From the memorable name to the 6’7” Texas size frame, to the fascinating ability he has to connect with youth through live national speaking engagements “Lookadoo” translates into one word: Original.
  
  This is obvious in the library of successful books he’s authored--most notable among them Dateable. Just ask the thousands of readers of his witty off-the-wall-style of writing that nails reality “slab dab in the middle,” as translated in Lookadoo lingo from his native El Paso. He takes advantage of current hip and relevant cultural twists and turns in the world to show teens that biblical principals and Christian values are actually ‘cool’ rules to live by. He noted in a recent interview: “Everything I do wraps around two themes—identity and purpose. Who am I? Why am I here? These are the challenges that face young people today.”

  When the subject turns to teens and young adults, his is a rare insight into what makes today’s youth “tick.” Lookadoo is, in fact, a certified specialist in the field having served as a Juvenile Probation Officer Crime & Drug Prevention Specialist for 6 years.

  Justin is today an in-demand national speaker whose credibility is built on books such as The Hardest 30 Days Of Your Life, Extreme Encounters, and the Dateable franchise of books and study guides. His footprint in the field as a youth author is a size 16 in influence.

• Band: Starfield
  
  
  We welcome back Starfield to lead us in worship at Resurrection. At the end of their last album, "Beauty In The Broken", Starfield achieved their best radio success to date, were selling twice as many records in half as much time, and had their best touring season in their 6 year history - to say the least, they are gaining momentum. Composed of brothers Tim and Jon Neufeld, Gordie Cochran, and David Crisp, Starfield is back with a new record. The songs offer listeners a potent combination of substance and style. The substance turns out to be the theme and title of the record - "I Will Go."
  
  While Tim is the first to admit that he doesn't have it all figured out, he wanted to offer a worship song that commissions people to go out and do something. "I Will Go" is a difficult song to sing and not act on. Ultimately, they hope to provide perspective on how comfortable and convenient our lives have become.
  
  With "I Will Go", Starfield's musical mission has never been more clear. Instead of offering the masses yet another CD, the band ventures out into a hurting world with an intentional message that encourages listeners to step behind the confines of comfort for a life of faith that is truly extraordinary.
  
  
• Sessions
  
  Resurrection will offer two complete sessions per weekend. You will stay with either Session A or B throughout the weekend. Use the chart below to help you determine which session will best fit your group's needs. Please make your selection carefully as we may not be able to accommodate changes.
  
  A deaf interpreter will be provided during Session B of both weekends.

  	Session A	Session B
  Friday: Registration Session I	5:00 - 7:00 PM 7:00 - 9:00 PM	7:30 - 9:30 PM 9:30 - 11:30 PM
  Saturday: Session II Free Time Session III	8:30 - 10:30 AM 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM 5:00 - 7:30 PM	11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM 8:00 - 10:30 PM
  Sunday: Session IV	8:30 - 10:00 AM	10:30 - 12:00 Noon

• Youth Talent Offerings
  
  A talent offering from each of the twelve Holston Conference UMC districts will be performed at Resurrection. Contact your District Youth Coordinator for information on the district Festival of Gifts and Talents, where the youth talent for a district is selected. The youth talent must perform at Resurrection the same talent offering performed and selected at the district Festival of Gifts and Talents.
  
  The youth talents must perform at the designated time (e.g., Friday evening, etc.) for both the A and the B Sessions. Specific times of performance will be assigned through the Resurrection Design Team, taking into account travel time to the event, type of talent, and other factors.
  
  Specific times will be assigned after the youth talent results have been reported to the conference Youth Ministries office, which are due by November 15. Preferences for performing at particular times and weekends will be given priority based on completion of the Talent Form and delivery to the Youth Ministries Office.
  
  

• Leaders Prayer Breakfast
  
  A leaders' prayer breakfast is scheduled on Saturday morning at 8:00 a.m. upstairs in the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Please send at least one adult from your group to help undergird this event with prayer. Reservation cards will be included in the December information packets.
  
  
• Prayer Ministry
  
  In addition to praying generally for this ministry, you are invited to participate in three specific prayer-based opportunities available at Resurrection: (1) the Prayer Room; (2) the Prayer Path; and (3) the classical Labyrinth.
  
  The Prayer Room is open throughout Resurrection and is in Room 12 (lower level). The youth and adults at Resurrection are invited to join in this effort to lift up the event, its leaders and participants. If you are interested in volunteering for the Prayer Room ministry, please contact Steve Blakemore or Jason Roe.
  
  Resurrection also offers an optional Prayer Path, a Christ-centered, multi-media labyrinth experience. Each Prayer Path participant will be provided with a CD headset which serves as a guide through ten stations. Each station challenges you to examine an area of your faith walk. Many stations have a visual or tactile presentation. The first several stations examine your internal being; the final stations examine outward expressions. The center of the Path is a quiet time to be with God. The Prayer Path is adapted from the ancient labyrinths which have long been used as meditation experiences. This modern version is individualized and non-threatening. It is suitable for any age who can appreciate silent meditation. Although handicapped accessible, some kneeling, sitting and standing are a part of most effectively experiencing the Path. The experience takes about an hour. The Prayer Path is offered in Room B (upper level) on Saturday from 8:00 am to the last admission at 10:00 pm, but will not be offered to you during your worship session times. Space is limited and sign-ups will be taken at the Resurrection office on Friday night and at Room B on Saturday. On Saturday, use the Airport Rd./Historic Nature Trail entrance.
  
  The classical Labyrinth is offered in Room A (upper level) during the same times as the Prayer Path. The Labyrinth is an ancient spiritual tool, a winding circuitous path symbolizing a pilgrim's walk with God. The Labyrinth's single path into and out of the center is walked in prayerful silence. Unlike the Prayer Path, the classical Labyrinth is not a multi-media experience. The experience takes about one hour. Space is limited and sign-ups will be taken at the Resurrection office on Friday and at Room A on Saturday. It will not be offered to you during your worship session times.
  
  
• Registration & Fees
  
  Registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited.
  
  
  
  After December 1, the registration fee is $45 per person payable only at the door. Use the Late Registration Form for registration at the door. We accept cash or check at the door, but not credit or debit cards. The Late Registration Form will be posted after December 1.
  
  Children ages 4 and older must be included in the group's registration (same fees apply). No charge for children ages 3 and younger. Child care not provided.
  
  Those registrants of record by the December 1 registration deadline will receive confirmation. Additionally an information packet will be sent to your group leader in December.
  
  For questions concerning registration, please contact the Registrar at 866-690-4080 ext 4137 or by email at registraryouth@holston.org.
  
  
• Clergy
  
  Because we want to encourage your senior or associate pastor to attend with your group, he or she may attend for free. Limit one pastor per charge.
  
  
• Lodging
  
  Registrants are responsible for arranging their own accommodations. Contact the Gatlinburg Convention and Visitor's Bureau (865-436-2392) for information. We suggest you make your reservations as soon as possible.
  
  
• Refunds
  
  You will get a full refund for any cancellations made in writing through the Holston Conference Youth Ministries Office by December 1, 2008. After that date, no refunds will be made.
  
  
• Checking In
  
  Event registration will be upstairs in the Gatlinburg Convention Center. The group leader should enter the building via the Airport Road/Historic Nature Trailentrance. Check the December information packet for additional details.
  
  
• Resurrection Wristbands
  
  Group leaders will receive color-coded Resurrection wristbands for each member of their group. Wristbands must be worn at all times. No one will be permitted in the building without a proper wristband.

Categories: Youth

Ministries: Youth