Ascend/ Ascend HD Registration Deadline

Reminder the registration deadline for Ascend and Ascend HD is next Tuesday, June 2nd at the end of the day. If you have any questions or need additional registration forms, please contact Bridget Harris or visit http://leadership.seattleoyyam.org.

One Week Update

There are still limited spots available for One Week Junior and Senior High. Contact Britta Folden if you are interested in bringing a group to any of these dates:
Junior High in Hoquim, July 18-23
Junior High in Everett, August 8-13
Senior High in Bellingham, August 8-13
For more information about One Week please visit our website.

Marriage Prep Retreat this weekend

This weekend is the final marriage preparation retreat of the year. Next year's dates will be announced soon. Check the website, http://seattleoyyam.org. For a complete list of Young Adult Retreats and Programs.

High Ropes Course

This weekend friends, family and those who contributed to the Bradshaw High Ropes came to Camp Hamilton to take part in the blessing and dedication of this new resource.

Read more about the event at:

http://blog.thenewstribune.com/military/2010/05/13/a-challenge-for-kids-in-honor-of-fallen-soldier-from-steilacoom-lt-brian-bradshaw/

http://www.seattlearch.org/FormationAndEducation/Progress/SchoolsBradshawChallengeCourse05-20-10.htm

Certificate in Youth Ministy Studies Dates for 2010-2011

OYYAM has just confirmed our dates for the next four courses in the Center for Ministry Development’s (CMD) Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies courses. These four courses conclude year one and begin year two for participants wishing to obtain the certificate.

Mark your Calendar for:
March 12-13, 2011~~~Evangelization & Catechesis~~~Tom East
April 9-10, 2011~~~Prayer & Worship~~~Susan Searle
September 24-25, 2011~~~Justice & Service~~~Joan Weber
November 19-20, 2011~~~Pastoral Care~~~Sr. Carolyn Coll, RSM

For more information,OYYAM Contact: Britta Folden @ (206) 382-2010 or britta.folden@seattlearch.orgInformation from the Center for Ministry Development

Ascend/ Ascend HD Staff Needed

The planning team for Ascend and Ascend HD is still looking for staff interested in working one or both weeks this summer. Ascend HD, for Juniors and Seniors, is at Camp Gallagher from June 23-27 and Ascend, for Freshman and Sophomores, is July 6-10 at Camp Hamilton.
Age requirements are:
· Those leaving High School and one year out can apply to be Junior Staff at Ascend
· Individuals under 21 but further than one year out of school can apply to staff Ascend only
· All those over 21 can apply to staff Ascend or Ascend HD or Both.
Apply online!
For more information go to our website (leadership.seattleoyyam.org) or contact Bridget Harris

High Ropes Course Dedication

On Saturday May 22nd the new High Ropes Course at Camp Hamilton will be dedicated and blessed. The day begins with the blessing, celebrated by Fr. Tony Bawyn, at 10:00 AM followed by a reception at Discovery Lodge. After that the course will be open for those who would like to use it. Please RSVP to Debbie.fisher@seattlearch.org, if you plan to attend.

Youth and Young Adult Ministers Retreat

This year's youth and young adult ministers retreat is scheduled for June 1-3. The price is $50 per person and includes 2 nights stay at Far-a-way Retreat Center, a social on Tuesday night, meals on Wednesday and Breakfast on Thursday.

We will open the doors at 3:00 PM on Tuesday for time to relax, get settled in and socialize with other youth ministers. at 6:00 PM we will open the retreat in prayer and dinner followed by an optional social.

Wednesday we will have a guest presenter for the entire day so we encourage everyone to come and stay the day.

Thursday stay through brunch and leave just before noon.

For more information contact Britta Folden. To register send your $50 to YYAM Retreat, 710 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104

Confirmation Retreat Schedule 2010-2011

OYYAM has finalized our scheduled Confirmation Retreat Offerings for 2010-2011. Look for a parish registration form and other information at http://retreats.seattleoyyam.org. Registration deadlines are 1 month before each retreat, spots fill quickly so register your group as soon as possible.

December 10-12, 2010
January 22-23, 2011
February 4-6, 2010
February 18-20, 2011
March 11-13, 2011
March 25-27 2011
April 15-17, 2011

Young Adult Service Team

Applications have now been received for the Young Adult Service Team 2010-2011 Service Year. Tauno and Bridget are busy reviewing all the applications and scheduling interviews with potential team members.

Check back again to find who will be joining us next year and what ministries they will be working with.

Summer Leadership Retreats

Summer is rapidly approaching and OYYAM is getting geared up for our summer leadership retreats, Ascend, Ascend HD, Camp 4:12 and Summit. These retreats help teens develop the skills necessary to lead in their parishes and schools as Catholic Disciples.

Ascend HD, June 23-27th at Camp Gallagher is designed for teens entering their Junior and Senior Year. To learn more about this program or download additional registrations visit our website.

Ascend, July 6th-10th at Camp Hamilton is designed for students entering grades 9 and 10 in the fall. To learn more or download additional registrations forms visit our website.

Camp 4:12, July 26-29 at Camp Don Bosco is for students entering 7-9th grades wishing to take the first step in their skills as peer leaders and Catholic Discipleship. Find more information or download the registration form.

If you or someone at your parish is interesting in

ACCY Gathering/Commissioning - June 5th TO BE RESCHEDULED FOR FALL

The gathering and commissioning of regional ACCY to take place at the Chancery on Saturday, June 5, 2010 is not going to happen. Instead, we are going to do this in the fall. Please contact Tauno Latvala at tauno.latvala@seattlearch.org with questions or more details.

Spring Marriage Prep Retreat

We are weeks away from the Spring Marriage Preparation Retreat at Camp Hamilton. Some spots are still available so if you are looking for an opportunity to attend a pre-marriage retreat learn more at http://retreats.seattleoyyam.org

Ascend and Ascend HD

Planning Teams are finalizing details for this year’s High School Leadership Camps. We are excited for this summer and all the opportunities for youth to grow as Catholic Leaders for their parishes and schools.
Ascend HD for incoming Juniors and Seniors will take place at beautiful Camp Gallagher from June 23rd to June 27th. Spots are limited to 64 people and they are filling quickly so please register soon.
Ascend 2010 for incoming Freshmen and Sophomores is July 6th-10th 2010 at Camp Hamilton.
We are also accepting applications for staff members to apply.
The registration deadline for each of these is June 3rd. For more information visit our website at http://leadership.seattleoyyam.org/ or contact Bridget Harris at bridget.harris@seattlearch.org

One Week Update

Looking for an opportunity for your youth to serve their community this summer? Do you need a program that is local, affordable and well-established in the Seattle Archdiocese?

We are offering the ONE Week program in various towns and cities throughout the summer. Groups of Junior High or Senior High students and their leaders can experience a local community and learn about and serve the special needs in that community. The schedule is filling up quickly, so please send your registration in as soon as possible.

Junior High
July 18-23 Hoquiam
August 1-6 Forks Full
August 8-13 Everett Full
August 15-20 Seattle

Senior High
July 11-16 Forks
July 25-30 Seattle Full
August 1-6 Hoquiam
August 8-13 Bellingham

If you are at all interested in any of these weeks, please email Britta.folden@seattlearch.org to tell of your potential interest in a certain week. Those weeks with low or no interest may be cancelled, so it is important to know if you are interested. We will re-evaluate sites on May 3rd and those with low numbers may be cancelled so we can give parishes and staff appropriate notice.

OYYAM YouTube

OYYAM's YouTube channel is now up and running with the first videos, including the Convention, Rally, Ascend and Challenge Course videos for you to view. Check back on this channel regularly for videos of events and to stay connected with programs and services as the office offers them.

Subscribe to our channel at :http://www.youtube.com/user/seattleoyyam

Young Adult Service Team Applications

Today marks the deadline for Young Adult Service Team Applications for next year. We are excited to meet all the potential members and potentially have the largest team in our history. We have some really promising applications already and have completed a number of interviews, and offered a few positions. Please pray for the young adults discerning this year long commitment to serving in our Archdiocese.

Strong Catholic Families: Strong Catholic Youth

OYYAM is happy to announce that the Strong Catholic Families: Strong Catholic Youth Program is coming to Seattle. This three part in-service is facilitated by NFCYM (the same people who bring you NCYC) , and is designed to equip trainers to work with families in their parish on building strong Catholic Families. Region Reps will be soliciting field staff to assist in training families and attend this training. We will announce the dates in the next few weeks, but look for more information on the website and blog.
Learn more by contacting your region representative or reading this sample program.

Youth and Young Adult Ministers Retreat

Save the Date for the annual Youth and Young Adult Ministers Retreat on June 1-3rd at Far Away Retreat Center.

Cost is $50 per person please contact your region rep with any questions you may have.

CMD Certificate Program

Just a reminder to everyone that the CMD Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies Program is scheduled for April 24-25th in the OYYAM offices. To learn more about the program, visit http://seattleoyyam.org/?page_id=1987. If you went to class one, or are interested in starting the program contact your region rep for more information. Each region has limited scholarships available for those wishing to go.