New Beginnings
What is New Beginnings?
The New Beginnings weekend event is designed especially to respond to the unique challenges and concerns of youth in grades 6 to 8. It was created by adults and young people to help participants grow in their love of themselves, others and our Lord Jesus Christ.
New Beginnings check-in starts at 7 pm on Friday at Dayspring Conference Center in the Program Center. Closing Eucharist begins at 3 pm on Sunday at the Program Center. Friends and family are encouraged to attend the closing Eucharist.
The grounds of DaySpring are open to participants, who not only come for the fellowship but also to enjoy DaySpring's setting on the Manatee River. During the weekend, participants meet peers from across the region, enjoy skits, listen to talks, and participate in small group activities and discussions. These activities focus on friends, parents, siblings, school, God’s love, prayer, and the church. Free time is built in for youth and adults to have an opportunity to be in fellowship with their newfound friends.
The $100 fee includes all meals and lodging at DaySpring.
All payment is due prior to arrival. You may call our Controller, Jerry Buss to make your payment at 941-556-0315 x981.
High School youth are also encouraged to apply for our New Beginnings Steering Committee. This group will serve as the core leadership for our Diocesan New Beginnings Retreats helping to guide the focus of each one.
Upcoming New Beginning Events:
February 24-26, 2023
September 22-24, 2023
Participants Registration deadline is February 17, 2023
May attend as many weekends as they choose throughout their middle school years.
Click here to register participants: https://episcopalflorida.wufoo.com/forms/z12yme9b1u5znkw/
About the Team
The New Beginnings weekend is run by high school students (grades 9-12) and adult team members. Leadership roles include small group leaders, small group co-leaders, music team, speakers and spiritual advisors.
2023 Spring NB Team Meetings:
January 22, 2023: Metting is held online. Matthew Bowers will send team the link for the meeting.
February 18, 2023: Meeting will be held at St. John the Divine, Sun City Center.
Click here to register for Team: https://episcopalflorida.wufoo.com/forms/wbaqg1v13q5ehs/
Director of Youth & Programming for the Diocese of Southwest Florida
Matthew Bowers
Cell: 904-392-8924
Email: [email protected]
Registrar:
Michelle Mercurio
8005 25th St. E.
Parrish, FL 34219
(941) 556-0315 x977
[email protected]
Cost for participant and/or team member is $100
All payment is due prior to event.
For credit card payment please call:
Jerry Buss, Diocesan Bookkeeper
(941) 556-0315 x981
News
New Beginnings to be Rescheduled
October 05, 2022
PARRISH - Please see a letter from the Director of Youth Ministry and Programming, Matthew Bowers.
October 4, 2022
Dear Youth and Families,
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Director of Youth Ministry and Programming
Diocese of Southwest Florida
Youth Winter Mission Days Announced
November 03, 2021
PARRISH - Do you feel a call to be the hands & feet of Jesus? Do you have a passion for helping others, especially in your own community?
DaySpring Summer Camp is in Full Swing
June 17, 2021
PARRISH - After a crazy year, DaySpring Summer Camp is back and better than ever! We are thrilled to welcome our campers to six sessions of adventure and service leadership for a variety of ages.
St. John Daily School Chapel Online
August 25, 2020
TAMPA - The Rev. James Reho, chaplain at St. John's Episcopal Parish Day School, is offering the school's daily chapel services on the school's YouTube channel.
USF Welcome for Episcopal Students
August 21, 2020
TAMPA - Due to the active pandemic, St. Anselm's is unable to rely on USF's traditional in-person welcoming events to connect with incoming students seeking a faith community.
Camp Schedule Amended for Summer 2020
May 08, 2020
PARRISH - After careful consideration, Bishop Dabney Smith and the diocesan staff have decided to amend the session schedule of our 2020 DaySpring Summer Camp. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and our desire to love our neighbor while promoting public health, we have made the decision to cancel June sessions, and work toward three residential sessions in July.
