30 Hour Famine

Be seen, be heard, Be Hungry - The 30 Hour Famine is coming!!

On April 25^th and 26^th, please join teens from across the Diocese of the Rio Grande will gather at the Cathedral Church of St. John to “be seen, be heard, Be Hungry” during the 30 Hour Famine for World Vision. The 30 Hour Famine is an international youth movement to fight hunger. From 12:00 noon on Friday through 6:00 pm, Saturday, 30 hours, you will fast to earn funds that will go to help feed the least, the lost, the hungry and the poor in God’s Kingdom. Why 30 hours? It takes about 30 hours of fasting for most westerners to feel the hunger that most of the world’s poor feel ALL THE TIME.

This year’s Famine includes an overnight Lock-In at the Cathedral. You’ll be spending your time during the Fast in fellowship, fun and study and in community service at Joy Junction, and other area service projects. The pledges you get will be used by God as we seek to be God’s hands and feet on the earth. Don’t worry: you will be too busy to think about eating.

The purpose of this project is to fast and raise funds for World Vision. The type of fast we will be engaged in is a fast from solid food. There will be plenty of water and fruit juice to drink. Even if you cannot fast, you can still participate. This project is for all teens.

The Fast will end with a meal commonly found in the underdeveloped areas of the world and will prepared for us. And if past experiences are any indication, you will truly enjoy your first meal!

To sign up, email your name, age, mailing address to: 30hourfamine08@gmail.com

You will receive a donation packet by mail but you can start soliciting pledges NOW!! Check out the website for the unique rewards for getting pledges. The greater your goal, the greater your rewards…

Make plans and sign up today!!!

For more information, please visit: www.30hourfamine.org

For more contact Fr. Daniel at 505.850.3975 / revdcave@gmail.com.

SnowSlam 08

SnowSlam 08 – February 16 – 18, 2008

This past Presidents’ Day weekend, 45 snowboarders and skiers met at Bishop Stoney Camp and Conference Center to revive a long standing tradition in the Diocese of the Rio Grande. SnowSlam 08 was back and the youth and chaperones were ready for snow, fellowship and bible study. Ski Santa Fe was the mountain destination and “God, creation and history” was the theme for the teachings and studies.

Church vans and carpools from most parts of the Diocese started arriving at 2:00 pm, Saturday and soon Camp Stoney was full of the familiar sounds of Junior, Middle and Senior High students making new friends and old friends getting reacquainted. After stowing bags, skiing and snowboarding equipment, a round of introductions and weekend and Camp rules, the group was treated to the first of several marvelous meals, prepared by chef Jane and a blessed group of volunteers. The evening’s discussion starter was the movie “The Search for the Real Mt. Sinai”. This is a documentary about two adventurers who, following Old Testament clues, look at the possibility that Mt. Sinai is actually located in modern day Saudi Arabia. The discussion that followed was lively and informative.

Sunday morning came and allowed many of the youths to experience a strange and often unseen sight, sun rise over the beautiful Santa Fe Mountains. A quick breakfast and an hour’s ride later, the caravan arrived at the ski hill. After a few wrinkles were ironed out, the youths hit the slopes, either in skiing and snowboarding lessons or straight to the lifts for the experienced skiers and snowboarders. By lunch time, everyone was ready for a break but by time lunch was over, anxious to get back on the slopes. When the lifts closed at 4:00 pm, it was truly time to call it a day. While most of the youth had limited experience on the slopes, two young men claimed that they got in at least 30 runs, no wonder the rides back to Camp were a bit quieter than the rides up. The evening’s discussion, lead by Kat Robertson, focused on all of creation pointed to the presence of God and was followed by another lively and spirited discussion.

Monday morning found almost everyone moving a bit slower, but we all were greeted by a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausage, fruit, juice and milk. After packing up their personal gear, the event concluded in a service of Holy Communion, celebrated by Fr. Daniel Cave, Youth Coordinator for the Diocese of the Rio Grande.

All in all, the event was a roaring success and we are looking forward to SnowSlam 09.

Please check out www.riograndeyouth.blogspot.com for more pictures from the weekend!

SnowSlam 08 is coming!!!

When: President’s day weekend February 16^th- 18^th

Where: Bishop Stoney Camp and conference Center &

Ski Santa Fe Skiing and Boarding area

Who: junior, mid and high school students - Grades 6 through 12

Why: Because we CAN!!!

Cost are as follows PERMISSION SLIP FOLLOWS!

$115.00 gets you a teen lift ticket meals, lodging, and transportation to and from Ski Santa Fe.

$140.00 gets you a beginners group skiing lesson, equipment rental and meals, lodging, and transportation to and from Ski Santa Fe.

$150.00 gets you a beginners group snowboarding lesson, equipment rental and meals, lodging, and transportation to and from Ski Santa Fe.

$16.00 gets you ski equipment rental. $30.00 gets you snowboarding equipment rental.

The first 50 teens that sign up by e-mail and send in $30 deposit will recieve a pair of SnowSlam sweatpants!!!

Sign up by sending your name, age, address, phone number and whether you are a skier or boarder to: snowslam08@gmail.com

mail your deposits (made payable to the episcopal diocese of the Rio Grande with snowslam in the memo line):

SnowSlam 08

C/O Episcopal Diocese of the Rio Grande

4304 Carlisle blvd. NE

Albuquerque, nm 87107

tentetive schedule:

Saturday: Registration starting at 2:00pm followed by indoor and outdoor games, movies, ice breakers, Dinner and movie discussion.

Sunday: breakfast, trip to ski Santa fe for full day of fun and snow, dinner and bible studies

Monday: Breakfast, closing stuff and going home.

wax up your skis and boards and join us for a weekend of fun, frivolity and fellowship….Come on Down!!!

Questions? contact Fr. Daniel E. Cave at revdcave@gmail.com or 505.850.3975

SnowSlam 2008

February 16-18, 2008

Bring this sheet to registration!!!

Name:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (First) (MI) (Last)
Address:______________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________________________________________________

St: __________________________ Zip: ________________

Telephone: ( ) _______________________________ Mobile: ( ) __________________________

E-mail: __________________________________

DoB: _______________________________ Age: _______________ Grade: _____________

home Church: _______________________________________

PARENT AGREEMENT (To be signed by Parent or Legal Guardian ONLY)

1. I give my permission for my daughter/son who has signed the Youth Agreement below to attend the Diocesan activity.

2. I will not hold leaders or other volunteers from the Diocese of the Rio Grande, Bishop Stoney Camp and Conference Center, any Church or private individual, who are providing their support to this activity liable for any bodily injury that might occur through accident beyond the limits of insurance carried for such injury.

3. I will assure that my daughter/son is properly advised on what is appropriate conduct while participating in this event.

4. (If applicable) My daughter/son named above in under a doctor/professional care for_____________________ and is required to take the following medication(s):_____________________________________________ Instructions for use:___________________________________________________________________

5. List any allergies and/or other special medically-related conditions:_________________________________

6. In the event that my daughter/son engages in harmful, illegal, or flagrantly disruptive behavior during the course of the diocesan activity, I understand that I will be responsible for any costs of transporting them from the activity back to my home and any damages to persons or property caused by my daughter/son.

7. I give permission for emergency medical care for my daughter/son whose signature appears on the Youth Agreement below, should it become necessary during the course of the event.

8. Insurance company is _________________________________________________________________ Insurance policy number is _____________________________ Group number ____________________ Effective dates ________________

9. Photo/Video/Website Release: I give the Diocese of the Rio Grande and Bishop Stoney Camp and Conference Center the right to use my child’s name, picture in all forms and in all media for promotional and/or other lawful purposes.

10. INDEMNITY PROVISION: I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Diocese of the Rio Grande, Bishop Stoney Camp and Conference Center and their representatives, agents and employees for any claim and actions based on or arising out of injuries sustained or alleged to have been sustained in connection with the Diocesan activity regardless of cause or of any fault or negligence on the part of the Diocese of the Rio Grande, Bishop Stoney Camp and Conference Center or their representative, agents, or employees, or on the part of any participant in the Diocesan activity.

SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN: ___________________________________________ DATE: ______________

Print Name of Parent or Guardian:________________________ Relationship: _____________________

YOUTH AGREEMENT (To be signed by the Youth only) Bring this sheet to registration!!!

1. I will act responsibly and will respect the property and obey the rules of all the places we visit and facilities we use.

2. I will maintain contact at all time with the authorized leaders of our group and will the rules of proper behavior established by them.

3. I promise not to take or bring along anything harmful, illegal or prohibited on the activity and I promise not to get involved with anything harmful, illegal or prohibited while I’m there. Harmful, illegal or prohibited include but are not limited to: guns, knives, illegal drugs, pornography, tobacco products, bullying and inappropriate interactions between the sexes.

4. Photo/Video/Website Release: I give the Diocese of the Rio Grande and Bishop Stoney Camp and Conference Center the right to use my name and/or picture in all forms and in all media for promotional and/or other lawful purposes.

SIGNATURE OF YOUTH: ____________________________________________________ DATE: _________________

Any questions?

Contact: Fr. Daniel E. Cave @ 505.850.3975 or revdcave@gmail.com or snowslam08@gmail.com

Diocese of the Rio Grande - 4304 Carlisle Blvd, NE – Albuquerque, NM 87107

Mission Statement

It is my mission as Youth Director to assist the churches and clergy in the training and encouraging of the youth of the Diocese to become disciples of Jesus Christ. As we have events especially designed for the youth, they will be posted on this page.

The Rev. Daniel E. Cave