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LUTHER COLLEGE > "A
Sense of Vocation" Program > Retreats,
Workshops, Camps and Alumni Gatherings>WIYLDE (Wholly Iowa Youth
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Wholly Iowa Youth Leadership Discipling Event
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Kevin (seen tubing) and Mackenzie Grondahl will serve as directors for WIYLDE 2007. New and exciting curriculum and activities are being planned. We are continually improving the program. Come see what WIYLDE is all about! Click here to read an article about WIYLDE in the NE Iowa Star Synod newsletter, written by Mackenzie. |
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Registration fee is $99 (subject to slight increase). Check with your synod LYO and church for scholarships. Registrations must be postmarked by July 2, 2007. Printable (Adobe PDF) registration forms may be downloaded by clicking on WIYLDE 1 for first year participants and WIYLDE 2 and Extreme WIYLDE for 2nd and 3rd year participants.
For further information contact: Vocation Program Administrative Assistant at barcco01@luther.edu or call (563) 387-1327. See below for Frequently Asked Questions and more photos.
What is WIYLDE? WIYLDE (Wholly Iowa Youth Leadership and Discipling Event) is designed for youth, grades 9-12. It is a youth ministry leadership workshop. It is an opportunity for young people to grow in their own faith and take tools back to their home congregations to provide leadership in the youth ministry program. Each participant will learn:
EXTREME WIIYLDE will include more intensive leadership training and opportunties including a personal ministry project.
This is the seventh year for WIYLDE and we will have many second and third year students back who will provide peer leadership for the first year students.
What do you mean by grades 9-12? Students just finishing 8th grade are eligible with the approval of the pastor or youth director. Some students are not mature enough yet to handle the intense week. It should be decided on a case by case basis. Students finishing high school are eligible; college students are not.
How do I register? Your pastor or youth leader will have registration forms on hand in early spring 07. A printable (Adobe PDF) form is available by clicking on WIYLDE 1 or WIYLDE 2 and Extreme WIYLDE. Our office will also have forms which may be obtained by contacting Connie Barclay, Vocation Program Administrative Assistant, at (563) 387-1327 or barcco01@luther.edu.
What is the registration fee? The fee is only $99 (subject to slight increase). Luther College's "Sense of Vocation" program is underwriting WIYLDE again this year. Your registration must be postmarked by July 2, 2007. We have suggested to pastors that the church pay $50 and the participant $49, but that is optional. Contact your pastor about what help the church might be able to provide. The Northeast Iowa synod LYO offers $49 scholarships. Contact Mark Anderson at the synod office for information: andersonm@neiasynod.org.
What should I bring? The weather will be warm so bring suitable clothing . Please be careful, however, that clothing is appropriate for a church environment. A swim suit is a must, as well as some grubbies that you don't mind getting dirty. Old tennis shoes for tubing down the river are good, too. We will have one or two dress up occasions so bring something you would wear to church. Rain gear would be good, too. A little spending money for Whippy Dip runs or souvenirs is helpful but all your meals are provided. Cell phones are allowed but we respectfully ask that you limit your use to emergencies. Bring your Bible and your 3 ring binder if a second or third year participant. Former WIYLDE participants suggest bringing an extra blanket because the dorm can be cold.
Is transportation available? Yes, a limited number of Luther vans will be available to pick up and return students to locations in Iowa. Due to the new format this year of the early arrival of WIYLDE 2 and Extreme WIYLDE, some carpooling or church vans will need to be coordinated. Our office is willing to help with this.
What happens in an emergency? Luther College provides security 24 hours a day so if there are any problems, help is available. WIYLDE staff should be contacted immediately. Also, there are dorm personnel on duty for help as needed. Parents, if you need to contact your student during the day, call Connie Barclay in the Vocation Program Office, Main 125, at (563) 387-1327. Otherwise, all calls during the evening and night should be directed to (563) 387-2000. There are phone cards for sale in the Luther Book Shop if participants need access to long distance service. If medical help is needed, staff people will help and consult with parents as needed. A copy of your insurance card should be included with registration.
The excitement for WILYDE 2007 is growing-join us!
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2006 group photo in our WIYLDE t-shirts |
WIYLDE 2006 staff |
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Singing at worship |
Dr. Buddy at work |
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Tubing down the Upper Iowa |
More tubing! |
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Bus stop with Jonette |
Listening intently |
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Skits in Farwell Lounge |
Skits again |
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Good friends |
Group discussion |
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WIYLDE Olympics #1 |
Olympics #2 |
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Olympics #3 |
And the pudding! |
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| In Memory of Dayle Kitch (left), WIYLDE participant and staff person, who died unexpectedly from complications of pneumonia on May 29, 2007. Dayle's spirit and zest for life inspired her fellow campers and staff to look beyond her limitations and see the many gifts she offered to others. We will sorely miss her in our WIYLDE family. |
