Come together and connect with other 20s/30s, across the country, for this amazing opportunity! Amanda Loudon, Melody Colliatie, Niklas Peschke and Tim Steckler will be hosting again!! This event will be slightly different from the last two, but will still focus on the social aspect of connecting! The hope for this event is to build a community of individuals that can support one another. The support could be metaphysically, professionally, and/or friendship based. Please spread the word and if you have friends that would love to join-the more the merrier! Can’t wait to see you there!
TIME: 4pm ET, 3pm CT, 2pm MT, 1pm PT
To register, please fill out this google form by April 13th to reserve your spot:
Email [email protected] with any questions.
Finish your Compass year strong by visiting the A/U Ranches with your friends. This is the third and final retreat for the 2020-2021 Compass group, and it will be filled with team building activities, outdoor adventures, and meaningful discussions.
Are you ready for our monthly TEEN FUN Virtual Game Night? Teens Alexine Wey & Merit Brustman will be running a fun and creative game night. Instead of sitting at home alone, come join other teens and play games over zoom! Make sure to spread the word, it’s a lot more fun with more people! Hope to see you there!
Feel free to share this information with your friends!
Friday, April 23 (8:30pm EST, 7:30 CST, 6:30 MST, 5:30 PST)
Grades 8-12
RSVP by Thursday, April 22 to [email protected] or l[email protected]
Once you RSVP, we will send you a zoom link to join the call.
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20s/30s will come together to create a meal that a chef will guide them through. This will be an opportunity for people to come together and make fun, new recipes! We will begin the virtual cooking class at 4pm PT, 5pm MT, 6pm CT, and 7pm ET with introductions and then jump into making the delicious meal together. The event costs $10 to register.
Chef of the Night: Shane Witters Hicks
Your Lesson Menu: Asian Night- featuring sticky orange tempeh/chicken stir-fry and easy fried rice. Then for dessert learn how to make a gooey butter cake!
Please reach out to Shelby at [email protected] if you have any questions!
20s/30s young adults are invited to join DB, a practitioner, and other Christian Science young adults around the country for a virtual game night! These Hangouts are held twice a month on zoom (unless the month is filled with tons of other great events being offered too). We start with metaphysical sharing and inspiration, facilitated by a different practitioner supporting each call. Then we play games! The host always has a game prepared and ready to play, but participants are encouraged to bring/teach/run their own favorite games the group can play virtually as well. We hope you can join us!
8:30pm EDT, 7:30pm CDT, 6:30pm MDT, 5:30pm PDT
For access to the zoom link to join, please email [email protected]
DB Volunteer & Ambassador Zoom Meeting
Thursday, April 29, 2021
1st Session: 8:00 pm EDT, 7:00 pm CDT, 6:00 pm MDT, 5:00 pm PDT
or
2nd Session 10:00 pm EDT, 9:00 pm CDT, 8:00 pm MDT, 7:00 pm PDT
Mark your calendars for a night of sharing inspiration and ideas for potential local activities. Plus, get updates on DB’s Outreach, NLC and Compass programs! We hope you can come to one of the two sessions!
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Embracing Humanity:
A Virtual Talk by Janet Horton
DB Outreach hosts Janet Horton in another virtual Inspiring Talk on May 2nd, 2021; 7pm EDT, 6pm CDT, 5pm MDT, 4pm PDT
Join DB for another virtual Inspiring Talk with retired Army Colonel Janet Horton on the topic of Embracing Humanity. Come to be inspired by some of Janet’s own experiences and finding that love is always the victor. She will share about love overcoming hate and finding the healing answer even in the toughest and most shocking situations.
Registration is now Open!
About Janet Horton
Janet Horton is a native of Crystal, Michigan and grew up in Iowa. She is married to Jeffrey Harvey of Swanton, VT. She entered the U. S. Army in June 1976 served for 28 years as a Christian Science Chaplain. She was the first woman in the Army Chaplain Corps to be assigned as a Division or Corps level Supervisory Chaplain and the first woman to attain the grade of Colonel in the Army Chaplain Corps.
She had two tours in the Pentagon and prayed with casualties in the Pentagon Courtyard on 9-11, and supervised the religious support for Task Forces in Bosnia, Albania and Kosovo.
Her education includes a Masters of Divinity from Boston University School of Theology in Theology and a Masters of Arts Degree in Religious Studies from Stanford University in Religious Studies. She was selected as a Distinguished Alumni of Boston University School of Theology in September of 2011. She was the first woman Chaplain to attend the Army War College. From her studies of Divine Command Morality and the Abraham Tradition she has briefed on the Extremist mindset in the Military Intelligence community, the Inter Agencies such as Homeland Defense, the US Marshall’s Office and the Defense Intelligence Agency and at Pace University in New York City.
She currently volunteers providing Christian Science services at the Marion County Correctional Facility
Janet was inducted into the U.S. Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame on March 7, 2019.
20s/30s young adults are invited to join DB and other young adults around the country for a virtual book club. For the month of March and April, we are reading Anxious People by Fredrik Backman, so enjoy the read and come prepared to chat about the book. We hope that you will be able to join us! We will be choosing the next book after this event concludes, so stay tuned!
5:30pm PT, 6:30pm MT, 7:30pm CT, 8:30pm ET
For access to the zoom link to join, please email [email protected]
Fun Game Night for all ADULTS!
Join DiscoveryBound via Zoom – Come join the fun for some Virtual Games that we can play together on Zoom. Meet new friends from all over the WORLD!
Thursday, May 13
Come one come all – all adults are welcome
8:00 pm ET, 7:00 CT, 6:00 MT, 5:00 PT
Games will include:
TBD
RSVP by Wednesday, May 12 to [email protected] or [email protected]
We will send the Zoom link once you RSVP.
We hope you will join us!
20s/30s young adults are invited to join DB, a practitioner, and other Christian Science young adults around the country for a virtual game night! These Hangouts are held twice a month on zoom. We start with metaphysical sharing and inspiration, facilitated by a different practitioner supporting each call. Then we play games! The host always has a game prepared and ready to play, but participants are encouraged to bring/teach/run their own favorite games the group can play virtually as well. We hope you can join us!
For access to the zoom link to join, please email [email protected]
DB and Society Fit are teaming up to bring you a fun Fitness Class! We will begin the event with a welcome/introductions and then Sierra Blumer, Society Fit’s Media Manager, will bring a quick inspirational thought to share with everyone before jumping into the workout. From there we will pass it over to Society Fit’s instructors Savanna Sprague and Devon Baggs. Savanna will lead us in a workout and Devon will end the class with some yoga. If you want to get a sneak peak of what to expect go look them up on Instagram (@societyfitoc). We hope you can come join!
11:30pm PT, 12:30pm MT, 1:30pm CT, 2:30pm ET
Please contact Shelby Barner at [email protected] if you have any questions.
Many wonderful memories are made through A/U Ranches and DiscoveryBound programs, and we can’t wait to share some with you. We hope you can join us, invite your friends and family, and help raise money to support camperships and scholarships. Here’s some of what’s planned:
- Video look back at the blessings of 2020 during a challenging year
- Stories from an A/U Ranches seasonal staff member and a DB National Leadership Council teen
- Special performance of “Whither”
THE EVENT IS FREE!
If you’d like to celebrate with us and donate, your gift will do three things instantly:
- Support a camper or participant in an event in 2021
- Allow all ages to experience an Adventure Unlimited program, possibly for the first time
- Double your impact through a matching opportunity
Interested in getting some friends together virtually before the celebration? Contact Ty Bennett to learn about being a team captain.
Register: https://www.adventureunlimited.org/celebrate2021/
Donate to camperships/scholarships: https://www.adventureunlimited.org/celebrate2021-give/
db 20s/30s spring retreat at crystal lake camps
REGISTER HERE PAY HERE EVENT FLYER
About this Event
Getting There:
As most camps go, CLC is not located right next to an airport 🙂 We would love for you to fly into and out of Harrisburg (MDT), as we’ll hire an airport shuttle to camp. Because it’s a smaller airport, it will seem a bit more expensive, but there is transportation assistance!
- Arrival time: around/before 5pm. If you fly in earlier, we will pick everyone up at 5:30pm and drive the 2hrs to CLC. Everyone will need to wear masks and be distanced in the van.
- Departure time: book your ticket for anytime after 3pm. After our church service, we’ll bring everyone to the airport. Everyone will need to wear masks and be distanced in the van.
IF you are driving, you can arrive anytime after 1pm on Friday, and depart anytime on Sunday. Driving in is the recommended option at this time.
What to bring:
- No fewer than 3 double-layered masks
- Beach/swim towel
- Swimsuit
- Clothes for running around/clothes you may not care so much about
- Sturdy shoes for running around and hiking
- Sneakers for the High Ropes Course
- Comfy slides/flipflops/sandels for relaxing
- Wool socks and athletic socks
- LAYERS! It’s really chilly in the mornings and evenings, and warms up during the day.
- Puffy jacket, hat, pants
- T-shirts, athletic shorts/crops
- Long pants (or leggings) for the High Ropes Course
- Hair ties for long hair
- Comfy pjs
- Toiletries
- CS books, Lesson printout, etc.
Food:
Please input your dietary preferences in the Registration Form (see button above).
Lodging:
Most accommodations at CLC are dorm-style cabins, though we have a few “private” rooms. All bathrooms are shared spaces. Lodging will be by sex, unless married (married couples share a private space). All bedding and towels are provided.
Cost:
$60/person — covers food, lodging, and activities! This does NOT cover the cost of transportation.
Registration & Payment
Please click on the buttons “Register Here” and “Pay Here” above to complete the registration and payment to attend the event!
Refund Policy:
There’s a $30 cancellation fee and no refunds within one week of the event
Financial Aid:
DiscoveryBound generously offers financial aid for travel costs for these events. Financial support is determined on an individual need, and grants are awarded up to $150, not to exceed 50% of your total travel costs. Click here to complete the DB financial aid form. DB will notify you with the amount awarded within one month of your submitted request.
Contact information for Event Organizer:
Becca DeNicholas, Camp Director
email: [email protected]
text: 272-209-2524 (Becca’s cell) — call: 570-584-5608 (CLC Office)
Eventbrite link to share with friends:
https://db20s30s-springretreat-clc.eventbrite.com
Healing Atmosphere:
DB 20s/30s weekends have a non-judgmental Christian Science atmosphere that is inclusive of everyone and is free from drinking, smoking, vaping, using illicit drugs or marijuana. Participants agree to support this healing atmosphere.
COVID Procedures:
This event will be run according to state and local guidelines. During this program, it will be mandatory that all participants wear a double-layer mask throughout the weekend (other than while swimming and eating). We ask that you have no fewer than 3 masks, so you wear one per day. We will also ask participants to maintain a 6ft distance from others at all times.
Waivers:
All participants will need to sign both DiscoveryBound’s and Crystal Lake Camps’ waiver and release paperwork for their ability to partake in this event.
Event Schedule
Friday, May 21
5:00pm – arrivals
7:30pm – dinner in Alford Hall
8:00pm – Intro to the weekend
8:30pm -S’mores and a metaphysical discussion
Saturday, May 22
6:00am – optional hike/run
7:00am – optional Lesson reading in the Lodge Livingroom
8:15am – breakfast in Alford Hall
9:30am – Morning Activities
- hiking
- boating
- 8-sticks
- arts & crafts
12:15pm – lunch in Alford Hall
2:00pm – Afternoon Activities
- swimming
- High Ropes Course
- sports
- board games
- hiking
6:15pm – dinner in Alford Hall
8:30pm – Gratitude and Highlights Sharing
Sunday, May 23
7:00am – optional run/hike
8:45am – breakfast in Alford Hall
10:00am – Church!
12:15pm – snacks and departures
Register Here Download Flyer Here Financial Aid
ALL- AGES NORTH CAROLINA EVENT
Come join us outdoors for a day at the U.S. National Whitewater Center located in Charlotte, NC. This is a wonderful opportunity to explore a wide variety of friendly outdoor activities with 1,300 acres of protected land offering 50 miles of trail and access to the Catawba River and Long Creek. The day will include an activity pass for whitewater rafting, zip lining, ropes course, hiking, kayaking, SUP, and rock climbing. Enjoy a catered delicious BBQ dinner at Latta Nature Preserve, and an inspirational speaker. Come join us for the day, evening or both – you won’t want to miss this fun event and the opportunity to meet new friends.
Who:
All-Ages – CS families, 20s/30s, adults, and your friends of all faiths
(all youth must be accompanied by a parent/guardian)
When:
Saturday, May 22, 2021
Location:
9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
U.S. National Whitewater Center
5000 Whitewater Center Parkway | Charlotte, NC 28214
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
BBQ Catered Dinner at pavilion at Latta Nature Preserve
Cost:
$50.00 per person for Whitewater Activity Pass & Catered BBQ dinner & Talk (4 & under free)
$40.00 per person for Whitewater only (4 & under free)
$16.00 per person for BBQ & Talk only (4 & under free)
For those families that are traveling from afar and need some financial aid for housing we are offering up to $150.00 per family.
Registration financial aid is available for all participants and for those families that are traveling from afar and need some housing
To apply for financial aid please complete this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKBAGLV-bJOH33hOufY6ohVZTz2VC2fUZPcGk-YzV_Nc9Uvw/viewform
Financial Aid is available up to 1/2 of the registration fee:
up to $25.00 – Whitewater Day Pass & BBQ, talk
up to $20.00 – Whitewater Day Pass only
up to $8.00 – BBQ/Talk
up to $150.00 for families for housing if traveling from afar.
Deadline to Register: Thursday, May 6, 2021
Lodging: If you are driving from afar here are some options close to Whitewater Center
Holiday Inn Express Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Arpt-Belmont 250 Beatty Dr, Belmont, NC 28012
Fairfield Inn Business Hotel in Belmont | Fairfield Inn & Suites Charlotte Belmont 1 Caldwell Dr, Belmont, NC 28012
Hampton Inn Charlotte/Belmont – Hampton Inn Charlotte Belmont Abbey Hotel at Montcross 820 Cecilia Alexander Dr, Belmont, NC 28012
Cancellation Fee:
Cancellation fee is based on 50% of your registration fee. A maximum of $25.00 registration cancellation fee if cancelled by April 30, 2021. After April 30, 2021 there are no refunds.
No Refund deadline: May 1, 2021
Questions? Contact Lori Selby at [email protected] or 781-956-9035
Event will be run in accordance with the current local and state regulations at that time.
This event is subsidized by the Asher Student Foundation
Metaphysical Theme: “…man cannot be separated for an instant from God, if man reflects God.” (S&H 306:18-19)
Inspirational Speaker – Ingrid Peschke, CS
Ingrid Peschke is a lifelong Christian Scientist and has been in the fulltime public practice of Christian Science for 18 years. Ingrid grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area where she developed her love of hiking, mountain biking, and outdoor activities. She and her husband, who is also a Christian Scientist from Germany, met at Principia College and moved to Texas after they got married. There, Ingrid began her career as a teacher in the public school system. Ingrid has three children, a daughter and son who are currently attending Principia College, and an older son who graduated from the college three years ago.
She became a practitioner in 2003 shortly after she and her family moved to the Boston area for her work with The Mother Church. She spent 15 years working for the organization both as an editor for The Christian Science Publishing Society and as Committee on Publication for Massachusetts. She and her husband moved to North Carolina in 2019.
Ingrid has always enjoyed writing for the Christian Science periodicals and is a regular contributor to The Christian Science Monitor’s religious perspective column. She devotes her days to the public practice of Christian Science healing and as a part-time consultant/editor for The Mary Baker Eddy Library in Boston. For several years she was also a regular contributor to a spiritual perspectives column for The Huffington Post.
Ingrid enjoys taking daily walks with her husband from their home in Mooresville and frequents the hiking trails at Lake Norman State Park.
This year’s Compass teens are starting their year off strong with team building, discussions, games and more at this Fall Retreat at CedarS Camps. The Fall Retreat is combined with the DB Outreach National Event, although Compass teens do not need to register separately for the weekend (it is built into their Compass registration, along with the other two retreats for the year).
At this first weekend together, the Compass group will have time both on their own to lay the foundation for their year together and with everyone else to enjoy the activities of the weekend.
Click here to register for Compass (teens in 10th-12th grades for the 2021-22 school year)
The Agency needs your help…
Teens, do you and your friends accept the Mission? As new recruits, you’ll explore your secret agent skills to unlock the Final Mission. You’ll earn clues as you progress through the weekend activities, which include inspiring speakers, practical discussions on real-life topics, and plenty of outdoor camp FUN! Together the group will earn and piece together the clues which unlock the Final Mission (a special reward for the whole gang!) You won’t want to miss it. Are you in?
Adults, come embark on the adventure of a lifetime as you channel your inner agent of good in an engaging and interactive experience. Join other adults for an inspiring weekend filled with camp activities and discussing topics like current events, Bible history, and supporting youth and your community all while solving fun clues and puzzles.
Teen Discussion Session Examples:
No Secret Identities – Living confidently as a Christian Scientist
The Adventurers – Exploring teams, friendships and relationships
Earning your Clearance – Next steps after high school
Adult Discussion Session Examples:
Youth in the CS Movement – Learning how to stay current
Bible Talk – Who are the superheroes of the Bible?
Current Events – Addressing hot topics and how to pray for the world
Teen & Adult Active Session Examples:
Agent Training Course – Ropes Course
Superheroes of the Bible – Bible Lands Park
Meeting your Transport – Mini horse buggies / horseback riding
Splash Landing – Pool and Water Slide
Making your Getaway – Zipline
Who
Teens entering grades 8th-12th in the 2021-2022 school year and their friends of all faiths
Adults age 21+ and friends
Young adults age 18+ are encouraged to inquire about being a chaperone (you’ll still get to join in on all the fun!) Please reach out to Mackenzie Talcott: [email protected]
When
Labor Day Weekend 2021 – September 3-6
Where
CedarS Camps
19772 Sugar Drive
Lebanon, MO 65536
Cost
Teen Early Registration Fee (Before July 6th): $220
Teen Regular Registration Fee (July 7th – August 23rd): $270
Adult Early Registration Fee (Before July 6th): $350
Adult Regular Registration Fee (July 7th- August 23rd): $370
travel parameters
Flying:
Arrival: Please arrive at the St. Louis Lambert Airport before 2:00 pm on Friday, September 3rd, 2021.
Departure: Please depart from the St. Louis Airport after 2:00 pm on Monday, September 6th, 2021.
DB staff and volunteers will be at the airport to greet you, and will provide a shuttle to CedarS.
Driving:
Arrival: Please arrive at CedarS Camps in Lebanon, MO between 5:00 – 6:00 pm on Friday, September 3rd, 2021.
Departure: Please depart from CedarS Camps between 8:30 am – 10:00 am on Monday, September 6th, 2021.
Financial Aid
Teens: Apply for up to $200 towards registration and up to 50% with a maximum of $300 towards flights.
Adults: Apply for up to $200 towards registration and up to 50% with a maximum of $150 towards flights.
Cancellation policy
If DiscoveryBound cancels this event for any reason, you will receive a 100% refund.
If you need to cancel your registration, our cancellation policy will apply:
Teens: If cancelling before August 12th, can receive a full refund less a $70 cancellation fee.
Adults: If cancelling before August 12th, can receive a full refund less a $170 cancellation fee.
After August 12th, no refunds will be issued, and you will be responsible for the full registration fee.
Compass teens in the 2021-2022 group will ring in the New Year together in the snowy Rocky Mountains. This extended trip allows time for group discussions, team building, games, and plenty of outdoor adventures in this winter wonderland.
The 2021-2022 Compass teens will wrap up their year together by visiting Boston. This is the third and final retreat as a group, and it will be filled with tours and interactive workshops at The Mother Church and Longyear Museum, fun excursions around Boston, and meaningful discussions.