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Wizards and Wonders: A Hero’s Journey with Harry Potter


Nancy Shumaker
Canon for Children’s Ministries

Wizards and WondersWhat child has not enjoyed the “Harry Potter” series? The mystery, excitement, and magic of this story has captured the imaginations of children and adults of all ages. This summer Chapel Rock joins the fun of Hogwarts School. It is our hope that all the young Muggles will leave this week of fun with a deeper sense of who they are as a child of God who is loved unconditionally and eternally.

What does Harry Potter have to do with the emphasis on deepening our faith in Jesus? Harry’s story is directly parallel to the major characters in the Bible who when called by God cannot imagine how they of all people have been chosen to carry out unimaginable deeds. A summary of the Bible stories used is Moses is Called by God, Jesus Calls His Disciples, Elijah and the Still, Small Voice of God, The Temptations in the Wilderness, and The Resurrection of Jesus.

Family CampIn the daily Transformation Classes with Professor McGonagall we will learn that God knows each one of us by name. He puts us to tasks we cannot believe we can do. He calls us in prayer. He calls us to a lifetime of commitment to his work. We will see how temptation comes when we least expect it. We will learn the joy of self sacrifice for the good of others and how important it is to respect the dignity of every human being.

Family CampThe underlying theme for the whole week is Living Through Your Baptismal Covenant, and on Friday we will visit with Professor Dumbledore and reexamine the promises made for us by our parents at our baptism. The morning concludes when we go to the Mirror of Erised and discover who is at the center of our lives.

This curriculum is published by Leader Resources, a publisher of Episcopal Curriculum. “Wizards and Wonders: A Hero’s Journey with Harry Potter” has been used in several parishes in Arizona as well as throughout the country. It was published in 2003 and is based on the first book of the Harry Potter series.

Family CampWe have of course added our own brand of magic to enhance the children’s enjoyment of this wonderful adventure. Sign up today for a ticket on the Hogwarts Express for a week of discovery of ones self and an examination of our relationship with God and more fun than a wand of magic can create.

If you have any questions please call Nancy Shumaker, Canon for Children’s Ministries at The Episcopal Diocese of Arizona at (602) 254-0976 ext. 2224, or e-mail her at nancys@azdiocese.org for more information.

 

 

Wizards and Wonders:
A Hero’s Journey with Harry Potter
 

 Session I  June 15-21
 Session II June 22-28
 Session III June 29 - July 5

 

2008 Camp Registration forms now available!


On the net: http://chapelrock.net

On the net: http://www.leaderresources.org/wizardsandwonders

 


The Episcopal Diocese of Arizona’s

“A Child Shall Lead Them”

3rd Annual Diocesan
Children’s Christian Formation Conference
Friday, Aug. 15, 7-9 p.m.
Saturday,  Aug. 16, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
St. Barnabas on the Desert
Scottsdale, Ariz.

Julia McCray-Goldsmith, keynote speaker
Faith Formation Coordinator
Episcopal Diocese of California

Julia McCray-GoldsmithJulia McCray-Goldsmith serves on the staff of Bishop Marc Andrus, coordinating faith formation and Christian education programs for the Episcopal Diocese of California. She works with the 80 parishes and missions of the diocese to make sure they have the leadership and resources necessary to offer their members the best possible opportunities for lifelong spiritual growth.

With a degree in architecture, a certificate in fundraising, years of non-profit work in Latin America, and two teenage sons at home, Julia figures that the Holy Spirit has an odd sense of humor to have called her into this position. However, a vocation in Christian formation means that Julia is never off the hook for paying attention to God-- both in her personal spiritual practice, and in listening for the voice of God in the hopes and dreams of the worshiping community.


Workshops 

Track 1

  • Preparing for Children With Special Needs
    The Rev. Canon and Mrs. Timothy Dombek
    Canon to the Ordinary

  • Whatever You Have Done to the Least of These:
    Creative Materials and Ideas for MDG Classes
    Julie Cordwell, DCE, Church of the Nativity, Scottsdale
  • Holy Word, Holy Time:  Benedictine Practices for Educators
    Julia McCray-Goldsmith, Faith Formation Coordinator Diocese of California

  • Advent through Pentecost: Arts & Crafts Through the Year
    Anne Terry, DCM, Trinity Cathedral, Phoenix

  • Songs for Laughing and Learning: Music in the Classrooms
    Bruce Phillips, St. Philip’s, Tucson

 

Track 2

  • Just for You - Gental Yoga Just as You Are: Unwind the Body, Quiet the Mind and Return to What You Already Are - JOY
    Mary Engel, cyi/ryt, St. Barnabas, Scottsdale

  • Art as Prayer
    Julie Cordwell, DCE, Church of the Nativity, Scottsdale

  • Using Games, Competition and Skits to Teach
    The Rev. Pam Mulac, St. Luke's, Prescott

  • Discover the Key to the Old Testament
    Dr. Cynthia Engle, PhD., Old Testament, DCE,
    Christ Church of the Ascension, Paradise Valley

Track 3

  • Overview of Curriculum for Small Churches
    Carol Walker, Trinity Cathedral Shoppe, Phoenix

  • Diocesan Children’s Ministries Program Group – Panel Discussion & Review

  • Mission and Outreach Ideas
    Debbie Quick, DCE, Church of the Epiphany, Tempe
    Anne Terry, DCM, Trinity Cathedral, Phoenix

  • Help! The Children are Coming - Positive Disicpline Practices
    Katherine Douglas, DCE, St. Peter’s, Litchfield Park
    Bee Sena, DCE, St. Luke’s, Prescott

  • “I Will With God’s Help” – Baptism Preparation
    Nancy Shumaker, Canon for Children’s Ministries 

  • Workshop Rotation Model
    Beth Hammond, DCE, St. Anthony’s on the Desert, Scottsdale

  

Other Opportunities of Growth

  • Conversations with Julia - Share the joy of being with Julia

  • Commissioning of Program Directors and Sunday School Teachers and Holy Eucharist: "Leading from the Heart of Love" Julia McCray Goldsmith, keynote speaker

  • Children’s Program offered Saturday for children of conference participants: Ages 3 (potty-trained) – Grade 6. $10 per child Pre-registration of children appreciated - Fee Non-refundable.

  • Registration is $45 per person which includes Friday evening’s hospitality, Saturday lunch and all conference materials.

  • Partial or full scholarships for adults and children are available upon request.

Contact Nancy Shumaker, Canon for Children’s Ministries, to register or with questions at either 602-254-0976 ext. 2224, or nancys@azdiocese.org.

 

 

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