Youth Ministries
Nurturing Children and Youth Through Faith and Community.
Ministry Details
The purpose of diocesan Youth Programs is to build a community of Christian friends. We strengthen our relationship with God through the community we build when we are together, and we take this strengthened faith into our daily lives.
All of the youth events are designed by youth, planned by youth, and led by youth. We have a variety of events throughout the year for various age groups and interests.
Upcoming Youth Events
Youth Presence at Diocesan Convention
Who: 6th-12th grade youth
When: November 6-7, 2026
Where: College of Coastal Georgia, Brunswick
Youth will engage in the business of the Diocese during the day and enjoy the Diocesan Eucharist on Friday evening and overnight together in fellowship.
New Beginnings #67
Who: 7th-9th grade youth
Where: Honey Creek
When: TBA
It is a chance for younger teenagers to experience the love of God in community and to hear their older colleagues reflect on issues that affect most teenagers, such as Family, Friends, Peer Pressure, the Church, and more. This event is led by teens with adult support.
Happening #113
Who: 9th-12th grade youth
Where: Camp Mikell, Toccoa, GA
When: November 20-22, 2026
Happening is a peer-led retreat weekend that gives teens an opportunity to encounter the unconditional love of Christ in profound ways while enjoying worship, music, small groups, discussion, and activities.
Province IV Leadership Summit
Where: Honey Creek
When: December 3-6, 2026
Each year, youth leaders from across Province IV gather for a time of worship, learning, and community. This event creates space to build relationships and develop practical leadership skills. Our 2026 gathering will be hosted by the Diocese of Atlanta.
Winterblast
Who: 6th-12th grade youth
Where: Honey Creek
When: January 1st – 3rd, 2027
Ministry Contacts
Diocesan Youth Missioner
Mary Grace Wynn
mgwynn@gaepiscopal.org
New Beginnings & Summer Camp
Karen Bell, Coordinator
karenmackenziebell@gmail.com
Happening
Jody Grant, Coordinator
jgrantcg@aol.com