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Christmas Institute 2011 Report || 1

The United Methodist Youth Fellowship

North Central Jurisdiction - South Eastern Jurisdiction

Report on Christmas Institute to the Filipino-American Pastors

of Northern Illinois Conference

I. IntroductionThe ber months have started and Christmas is surely just around the corner. For many Filipino and

Filipino-American youths here in the United States and the Philippines, along with break and vacation,

Christmas Institute is also an event to anticipate in December.

On December 26-30, about 150 young people will gather in this annual event and together answer the

call of duty by God. We are excited! This is the first time in NCJ-SEJ CIs history that we are holding the camp

for five days. The journey of planning CI has been very challenging but fun.

II. Theme and Objectives

This year's CI theme is "Call of Duty: Spiritual Warfare." It is inspired by the theme verse from

Ephesians 6:11, which says, Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devils

schemes.

At one point in our lives, we have all struggled to stay in God's wisdom and grace. To highlight today'sfast growing game system, we have chosen the well known war game and have given it a twist. Indeed, we are

at war with the temptations if this world as we continue to follow the will of Christ. Nonetheless, we all have

the call of duty from God. We are called to know Him and make Him known.

Together in one voice, the youth through this event seeks to:

- recognize and affirm our roles in the church and the society;

- empower ourselves through faith and the Spirit to face the spiritual battle of our lives;

- develop servant-leadership among the young people; and

- provide a venue of fellowship among NCJ and SEJ UMYF in celebrating the life and ministry of

the church

III. The VenueLocation: Loucon Training and Retreat Center

Address: 8044 Anneta Road, Leitchfield, KY 42754

*Kentucky is the state chosen as a venue for this year's event as it was decided in CI 2010 that the next CI

must be held strategically in the middle of NCJ and SEJ participating states. The technical committee has

scouted possible venues in Indiana as well, but many camp sites are closed during Christmas break.

*The technical committee plans to visit the venue at least a month before CI.

a.) Lodging (Robb, Orchard and Village)*Delegates will be accommodated in cabin areas.

*Each cabin area has cabins that can house about 12 people each.

*Each cabin area has a central bath house, which includes 4 toilets and 4 showers per sex.

b.) Conference Hall (Turner Conference Hall)*The hall can accommodate up to 200 people at once.

*The use of hall includes free uses of: a projector, microphones and keyboards

c.) Mess Hall*The hall can accommodate up to 200 people at once.

*This is the only place in the camp where Wifi is available.


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IV. Program (Please see attached tentative schedule)

*As we seek to nurture our spiritual relationship with God and enjoy the company of our friends in our

community of faith, this years CI consists of:

- Worship Experiences - Interactive and Creative Lectures

- Bible Studies - Interest Groups

- Small Groups (according to age) - Fun, games and more!V. Communication Tools

Website: www.ncjsejci.wordpress.com

Email: [email protected]

Facebook Page: NCJ-SEJ Christmas Institute

Yahoo! Group: [email protected]

VI. Registration

a.) How to Register

There are two ways to register to CI:

1. Register online on the CI website or Facebook page2. Download the registration form from the CI website and send completed form to St. Johns

UMC along with payment.

*A confirmation email will be sent to registrant when registration information is received.

*Registration is incomplete until payment has been received.

*Delegates must still complete a Medical and Photo Release Form (available on the website) and

submit it during CI.

b.) Registration Fee

Early Registration (August-October 15th): $90

General Registration (October 16th-December): $110

*Checks are to be payable to St. Johns Youthwith memo: CI 2011

VII. FinanceCurrent Balance: $1000.00(Pre-registration for 9 delegates St. Johns UMC)

(Donation of $10 St. Johns UMC)

*St. Johns Youth is currently holding CIs funds. According to Tito Pong, it is difficult for CI to set up its own

Account, thus he recommended that CI money should be kept in another church account for the mean

time. Last year, Cosmopolitan UC held the CI money. St. Johns Youth was decided to hold the money by the

Finance Committee.

*There wasnt any money left from CI 2010 according to Pastor Bener Agtarap. A finance report of the past

CI could not be produced.

a.) Fundraising Plans1. Ballroom Event (Please see poster)

Date: October 7th (Friday) at 5 pmVenue: Edison Park UMC

Tickets: $10/person

Target Revenue: $800 (extra profit will be distributed to coordinating youth groups)

2. CI Shirt3. Manual Ads4. NCJ Grant Tito Pong is the liaison for the NCJ Grant.


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CI STAFF

Program Committee

Head: Jared Esguerra

Members: Joash Mencias, Shalom Arellano

& Kiyah Agtarap

Secretariat CommitteeHead: Kathlyn Talapian

Members: Pamela Fernandez, Mark Bibat,

Audie Lombo & Aaron Vidad

Finance Committee

Head: Danelle Baroja

Members: Ann Mitra, Adrian Farrales, Alex

Fitzwilliam & Wajana Moung-ngam

Technical CommitteeHead: Zeph Fernandez

Members: J.R. Ellasos, Abe Recile, Kim de Guzman

& AJ Santos

b.) Future Expenses1. Venue Down Payment (at least $2,000) due on October 26th2. Supplies3. Love gifts to Speakers4. Subsidy to Adult Chaperones and Speakers if there is a significant amount of extra money

VIII. Recommendations

In lieu of our endeavors, we request the following recommendations to be approved:

1. that pastors will endorse and support the Ballroom Fundraising Event on Oct 7th as well as the otherfundraising plans for CI

2. that a possibility of a centralized transportation plan for NIC delegates will be discussed3. that pastors encourage and empower their youth groups representative and other youth leaders4. that youth groups and pastors will also take part in promoting CI especially to Filipino-American

youth groups in NIC

IX. Closing Remarks

The staff and council of this years CI has committed in doing their best to make CI 2011 meaningful

and empowering to all delegates and leaders alike. We have taken bold courage to become completely

accountable and responsible with the logistics and operations of CI. Nonetheless, we recognize the value of thewisdom and support of our pastors and adult leaders that we may achieve our goals. We thank God for all the

blessings He has showered us, and we seek to give back all the glory to Him. Please continue to pray for this

youth event.

Prepared by:

Kathlyn Talapian

Head, CI Secretariat Committee

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