EVENTS!
The importance of retreats, camps, and service can be seen in the life of any spiritual person. We believe it's especially important for young people to get away from their super-scheduled lives. Diocesan gatherings provide the necessary time and space to spend time with God, sacred scripture and intentional Christian community. Our Youth Ministry Office seeks to create opportunities for a space space for questions, exploration, community building, and service to God throughout the year for middle school and high school youth, as well as, young adults and adult mentors! For more photos please check out our Facebook page!
Note, too, if your parish offers youth events and would like another set of helping hands, we offer resources and can help host your event. Do not hesitate to contact us!
Note, too, if your parish offers youth events and would like another set of helping hands, we offer resources and can help host your event. Do not hesitate to contact us!
AGE RANGEThe Youth Ministry office provides programs for youth who are currently in grades 6-12. If your group has members who are younger, please contact the office and we would be happy to discuss their possible involvement. Some programs are specific to certain groups.
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SCHOLARSHIPSIt is our goal that no child, youth, young adult, or adult miss an event because of financial reasons. We offer scholarship assistance. We raise funds specifically for this purpose. For most events the diocese covers at least half the cost of the event up front (summer trips excluded.) But if further assistance is needed, let us know.
Adult Mentors are given scholarships for in state events. If they would like to pay for registration it goes directly to scholarship a student in need. |
REGISTRATIONScroll down to the event you would like to register for and click the button. All registration is received through Formstack and electronic signature.
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PaymentPayment is best made at time of registration. We can easily take credit card payment through our online registration with Formstacks. Checks can be made out to the Diocese of Maryland with name and event in memo, and mailed to the diocesan office to Attn: Youth Ministry or cash can be delivered on the day of the retreat.
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Scroll down for a event descriptions and registration in chronological order:
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Third Thursdays are for Youth & Family Workers
Lunch & Learn @ Noon Gather with other youth workers: paid, part time, volunteer, clergy, or lay! Spend an hour talking with your colleagues in ministry. We are all figuring out what ministry looks like in our context and with the challenges of post-pandemic life. So let's come together for some time in prayer, resource sharing, and story telling! https://bit.ly/ywmonthly26 And join our Facebook group for reminders, articles, and resources. 
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Young Adult Zoom First Tuesdays 7:00 pm Gather on Zoom! Bring your dinner or a snack to your laptop and see some familiar faces. We are all busy and spread out these days - but connection is available in so many ways. Our time together will be whatever it needs to be - prayer, support, scripture study. We will see where the Holy Spirit takes us. https://bit.ly/youngadultsedom Join us on the GroupMe for photos, prayers, and discussion! |
Cathedral Day
May 16, 2025 Cathedral of the Incarnation, Baltimore All Ages! $15 - Lunch Included A day dedicated to all the orders of vocation! We will have members of each order: lay, bishop, deacon, nuns/brothers, and priesthood present to answer your questions. If you are going through the confirmation process, curious about church, LOVE church, or just want to know more this is a day for you! We will also celebrate an instructional Eucharist at the altar with the Bishop! Annual Youth & Family Minister Celebration Dinner
September 12, 2026 St. Thomas Parish, Owings Mills 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM FREE As leaders in the church, it is vital that we gather and make connections with one another! Please join other youth and family ministers for a chance to gather together and be in community. Enjoy meeting other family ministers and receive a gift from the Bishop! We will have dinner together and a chance to build community. |
Episcopeeps Playlist: Click here to be linked to the playlist! Music makes such a special connection! If you are missing the music of weekend retreats with your diocesan community - check out this playlist. It has the best renditions that Spotify has to offer of your camp favorites. Classic hits like Prince of Peace, Days of Elijah, Oceans, and Sanctuary! Contact Inforamtion
Youth Ministry Office Attn: Kate Riley 4 East University Parkway Baltimore, MD 21218 800-443-1399 [email protected] Happening
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Confirmation Retreat
The Claggett Center, Adamstown
Youth confirmands preparing for confirmation or already confirmed and wanting to know more
Cost: $75
Confirmation is an adult decision and deserves time to discern! Join other young people and adult mentors in an overnight dedicated to questions, faith building,
and learning more about what makes church a special community.
The Claggett Center, Adamstown
Youth confirmands preparing for confirmation or already confirmed and wanting to know more
Cost: $75
Confirmation is an adult decision and deserves time to discern! Join other young people and adult mentors in an overnight dedicated to questions, faith building,
and learning more about what makes church a special community.
Diocesan Convention
November 2026
7th grade - 12th grade
The Claggett Center
Middle and high school students are welcome to serve as pages for the Friday and Saturday of Convention! Collect up to 12 service hours for credit while we assist with voting and serve at the need of the Bishop. We will also have a lock in to stretch, eat, and have some fun in Powell Hall. Saturday morning includes breakfast with the bishops and the youth! A great opportunity to learn more about how the diocese operates and ask questions.
Youth ages 16-22 can also serve as delegate for their region. Sit at the table with your parish representatives, listen to discussions, vote and have voice!
November 2026
7th grade - 12th grade
The Claggett Center
Middle and high school students are welcome to serve as pages for the Friday and Saturday of Convention! Collect up to 12 service hours for credit while we assist with voting and serve at the need of the Bishop. We will also have a lock in to stretch, eat, and have some fun in Powell Hall. Saturday morning includes breakfast with the bishops and the youth! A great opportunity to learn more about how the diocese operates and ask questions.
Youth ages 16-22 can also serve as delegate for their region. Sit at the table with your parish representatives, listen to discussions, vote and have voice!
Western MD Advent Party
December 7, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
St. John's, Frostburg
All Ages - $10
Gather together for a celebration of the joyous waiting for Christ’s birth! There will be some fun games, gingerbread cookie baking, and crafts to build. A lesson on the meaning of Advent will be provided in the worship space. Please join us and bring a friend.
December 7, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
St. John's, Frostburg
All Ages - $10
Gather together for a celebration of the joyous waiting for Christ’s birth! There will be some fun games, gingerbread cookie baking, and crafts to build. A lesson on the meaning of Advent will be provided in the worship space. Please join us and bring a friend.
Happening Retreat
February 26-28, 2027
9th-12th Grade
The Claggett Center
Cost: $95
Happening is a national program designed, staffed, and run by Episcopal youth! This weekend will deepen your relationship with Jesus and connections with those on similar spiritual journeys. Most of this weekend is kept a surprise for those attending so they can fully live into the moment and the community. General activities include large group talks, small group discussion, prayer through art, and games! This retreat is like New Beginnings for middle schoolers and Cursillo for adults.
February 26-28, 2027
9th-12th Grade
The Claggett Center
Cost: $95
Happening is a national program designed, staffed, and run by Episcopal youth! This weekend will deepen your relationship with Jesus and connections with those on similar spiritual journeys. Most of this weekend is kept a surprise for those attending so they can fully live into the moment and the community. General activities include large group talks, small group discussion, prayer through art, and games! This retreat is like New Beginnings for middle schoolers and Cursillo for adults.
Province 3 Youth Event:
Grades 6th-12th
The Claggett Center in Adamstown, MD
Cost: $95
Youth from around Province III are invited to join together for a weekend filled with exciting activities, new friends, and retreat favorites.
New Friends: Our leadership team is preparing to lead small group activities that build confidence, encourage friendships, and promote a deeper understanding of God’s hope & love.
Exploring a Theme: The entire weekend is designed to explore the topic chosen by our Youth Leadership Team Faith on the Road and to help all participants feel welcomed and included. Our Big Sessions will have ice breakers, guest speakers, youth testimonies, and a live worship band.
Retreat Favorites: Enjoy Claggett’s many hiking trails, camp activities and accommodations. Plus favorites like the bonfire and s’mores, glow games, live music, and late night cabin time. We hope you’ll join us this Spring!
Grades 6th-12th
The Claggett Center in Adamstown, MD
Cost: $95
Youth from around Province III are invited to join together for a weekend filled with exciting activities, new friends, and retreat favorites.
New Friends: Our leadership team is preparing to lead small group activities that build confidence, encourage friendships, and promote a deeper understanding of God’s hope & love.
Exploring a Theme: The entire weekend is designed to explore the topic chosen by our Youth Leadership Team Faith on the Road and to help all participants feel welcomed and included. Our Big Sessions will have ice breakers, guest speakers, youth testimonies, and a live worship band.
Retreat Favorites: Enjoy Claggett’s many hiking trails, camp activities and accommodations. Plus favorites like the bonfire and s’mores, glow games, live music, and late night cabin time. We hope you’ll join us this Spring!
Nightwatch NYC!
Grade 6-12 (adult chaperone required for every 4 youth signed up!)
Cost: $155
Nightwatch is a Friday evening and overnight spiritual retreat for middle and high school age students, youth groups and their adult chaperones. Your group will have the opportunity to unplug from the distractions and stresses of daily life to connect with God and one another in the sacred space of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Nightwatch has created a safe, spirit-centered program of joyful fellowship, contemplative contemporary spiritual direction, devotional singing, and lots of fun activities. And the next day we explore some of the sights of the Big Apple!
Grade 6-12 (adult chaperone required for every 4 youth signed up!)
Cost: $155
Nightwatch is a Friday evening and overnight spiritual retreat for middle and high school age students, youth groups and their adult chaperones. Your group will have the opportunity to unplug from the distractions and stresses of daily life to connect with God and one another in the sacred space of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. Nightwatch has created a safe, spirit-centered program of joyful fellowship, contemplative contemporary spiritual direction, devotional singing, and lots of fun activities. And the next day we explore some of the sights of the Big Apple!
MLK Jr. Day of Service
April 11
St. Bartholomew's, Baltimore
8th Grade - Young Adult
Cost: Donation Items
Gather for a lock in focused on servant leadership. Presenters will give lessons on leadership development, saints of the Civil Rights movement, and putting words into action. The group will participate in a service project that supports those marginalized in the local community. A gathering with purpose and prayer - join us for fun and learning! Service hours included!
We are having special presenters: Team Enough and End Gun Violence MD! This material will cover more mature topics. Please reach out for any specific questions.
April 11
St. Bartholomew's, Baltimore
8th Grade - Young Adult
Cost: Donation Items
Gather for a lock in focused on servant leadership. Presenters will give lessons on leadership development, saints of the Civil Rights movement, and putting words into action. The group will participate in a service project that supports those marginalized in the local community. A gathering with purpose and prayer - join us for fun and learning! Service hours included!
We are having special presenters: Team Enough and End Gun Violence MD! This material will cover more mature topics. Please reach out for any specific questions.
New Beginnings Retreat
April 23-25, 2027
6th - 12th grade
Camp Wright, Stevensville
Cost: $85
The annual retreat for middle school youth is a fantastic weekend at Camp Wright in Stevensville, MD. Previous New Beginners that have reached high school serve as the design team and staff for the weekend. These peer ministers know what it is like to be a first time camper or an eighth grader about to enter high school. This is a whole weekend dedicated to youth working through the transitions of middle school with their peers, testimonies given by their high school staff, skits and small group. We even have a talent show on Saturday night! New Beginnings is a place where they can find community in Christ and mentors in high school students and adult leaders.
April 23-25, 2027
6th - 12th grade
Camp Wright, Stevensville
Cost: $85
The annual retreat for middle school youth is a fantastic weekend at Camp Wright in Stevensville, MD. Previous New Beginners that have reached high school serve as the design team and staff for the weekend. These peer ministers know what it is like to be a first time camper or an eighth grader about to enter high school. This is a whole weekend dedicated to youth working through the transitions of middle school with their peers, testimonies given by their high school staff, skits and small group. We even have a talent show on Saturday night! New Beginnings is a place where they can find community in Christ and mentors in high school students and adult leaders.
