EYC Arkansas
We are the Episcopal Youth Community in Arkansas, which gathers youth from all over the state to explore how we can better respond to Christ in the world.
EYCArkansas is the branch of ministry for Episcopal Youth (6th-12th grade) in the Diocese of Arkansas. We offer annual retreats in the fall and spring for youth from all over the state and resources for adults actively serving in youth ministry positions.
We value:
Safe, supportive communities that open to all.
Exploring the relationship between ourselves and God, others, and the wider community.
Living into our baptismal covenant and Episcopal identities.
Respecting the dignity of every human being.
Having fun!
If you are interested in more information about Diocesan Youth Ministry in Arkansas, please contact the Rev. Dakota Blackmon by email, here
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AYE is the Episcopal Diocese of Arkansas’ biannual youth retreat planned by our amazing Diocesan Youth Leadership Council (DYLC) and hosted at Camp Mitchell on Petit Jean Mountain. Diocesan youth (6th-12th grade) are invited come together to explore their faith through music, worship, recreation, games, and more. Cost is $135, scholarships available. Register by Friday, September 19. Register for the next event by clicking here.
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The Episcopal Diocese of Arkansas has 4 seats open to youth to serve as delegates (with voice and vote) to Diocesan Convention, held annually in February. These spots are filled by youth in the 9th-12th grade, who have been confirmed. These positions are filled by application in conjunction with the Fall AYE event.
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On the first Thursday of the month, adults serving in youth ministry positions gather on zoom to connect, plan, and share resources. If you are working with young people in a ministry context and would like to join, please reach out to Emma Mitchell, emma@trinitylittlerock.org to join the mailing list.
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DYLC is a group of 9th-12th grade aged youth who help to plan and lead Diocesan Youth Events, such as a AYE. If you are interested in serving as a member of DYLC, applications are open from October 1-November 30 for the upcoming calendar year.
DYLC Members should be:
- Currently in the 9th-12th grade
- Active in the Episcopal church
- Able to be at both fall and spring AYE events (and subsequent planning meetings)
- Assist in planning the theme, t-shirt design, leading small groups/worship, and promoting the event.
- Plan to table/be present at Diocesan Convention to represent the ministry of EYCArkansas.
Interested? Please reach out to Marvin McLennon, mmclennon@christchurchlr.org to learn more.
