Pizza w/Pastor
Pizza Party w/Pastor
More about the focus and structure of this event. We are basing much of how we are going to run this event on "Can We Talk" model designed specifically for youth and teenagers.
Guidelines for the Sharing
This is an open and safe space to share your thoughts or feelings about anything you are going through.
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*You don't have to share. Listening is essential to this experience. Therefore, you are all participating by being present.
*Share in the way you need: ex. words, song/rap, poetry.
*Please share your story only, no one else's.
*Please do not give advice or comment on what someone else has shared.
*What we share here, stays here.
*We ask that you please silence your cell phones and keep them away during this time- the expectation is that nothing is recorded so that space remains safe for everyone.
*We will have trusted adults and mental health specialists available to listen and to support you.
Flow of Program
11:30AM-1:30PM
11:30AM-12:15PM Meal and open conversation amongst teens, YMCA teen team, and Exchange program team
12:15-1:15PM Program
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Opening (welcome & review guidelines) - ‘Group Norms’ – (facilitator asks teens for input of Group Norms)
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Ice Breaker -brings group together at beginning.
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Artistic Expression: Stories/Songs/poetry/Dance
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Sharing (Open the floor to anyone who wants to talk or share what's on their heart. Adults may need to probe the group for topics or subjects to talk about.)
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Closing Rituals –positive affirmations – "I AM SEEN, I AM HEARD, & I AM RESPECTED"
Possible Topics & Discussion Questions
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Where do you see yourself in five years, personally and professionally?
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If you could do one thing all day and get paid for it, what would it be?
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What is(are) challenge(s) you’re facing, and how are you coping with it/them?
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What’s your take on the current state of music, movies, or social media trends?
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What do you think about Pilgrim, what barriers do see to the church attracted more teenagers?
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What activities would you attend and support that the church does presently provide?
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What would increase your involvement in church?
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What would you change about school and the education system?
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What makes you feel good about yourself?
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Why do you think the US has the largest prison population? And why is the prison population disproportionately people of color?
