As a caterpillar prepares to begin its transformation, it will create cocoon in which it will hibernate as it’s body undergoes a transformation into a beautiful butterfly. At this stage is called a called chrysalis. Chrysalis, as the name would suggest, is a movement designed to help young men and women transform themselves from their days of youth to spirit filled lives knowing about our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. Chrysalis is modeled after the Walk to Emmaus movement with talks and discussions designed for young men and women that help them understand the grace that the Father has given each of us, and also to help them identify the purpose that God has for each of them. Instead of being called walks as with adults, these events are called flights. Participants are called caterpillars during their weekend, and transformed into butterflies at the conclusion of their weekend.
Chrysalis is open to youth of any Christian denomination and designed for teens ages 14-19.
Chrysalis is for the development of Christian youth who:
-wish to gain a fuller understanding of God’s love
-may have questions about prayer, study, and Christian action
-understand that being Christ’s friend, or a Christian, involves responsibility
-are open to dedicating everyday life to God
You’ll spend three days with other people your age in worship, prayer, fellowship, creative expression, recreation, singing, and discussion. You’ll experience the love of God through prayers and the acts of service from a loving support community. You’ll hear talks; given by youth and adults, which focus on the needs of maturing youth, offer the message of the gospel and the friendship and example of Jesus Christ. Each day you’ll hear five talks, followed by reflection, discussion, and expression of how these messages can encourage your personal faith. The discussions explore how friendship with Jesus can help you live out your faith with family, friends, and other people in your world.
Just as a butterfly begins the exciting exploration of the world around it, after Chrysalis you will continue to explore the dynamic friendship God offers you through Christ. Following the three-day event, you are invited to become intentional about your faith through local church participation, small group studies, and interpersonal sharing groups. These activities provide the fellowship and support for serving and giving love to your community and world. Chrysalis invites you to build upon your experience for the rest of your life, to spread your wings every day and FLY with Christ.
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