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Please note, there are two different ticket options: (1.) $20- Fri. and Sat. Workshops and Evening Concerts (2.) $5- Fri. and Sat. Evening Concerts Only.

“Generation You-nity”

Heroin and prescription drug addiction is at epidemic levels in our communities, and mental health is becoming one of the single largest challenges the next generation will face. As a community, we have the resources to make a difference. We have the people and the ability to choose “unity” over division, and action over apathy. I believe if we were to unify mission with ministry we can have an event that will inspire, educate and train our young people. And, we can then follow up with them through the ministries and other resources already in place.

Help.Sorry.Love NFP is teaming up with many of the churches and community leaders in the Fox Valley area to host an event that will offer the young people of our communities a foundation of hope, love and unity they can build upon to make for a better way forward. This 2-day ecumenical event at Elgin Community College will provide information and resources targeting young people ages 16-22. Attendees will hear from mental health professionals, church leaders, as well as personal testimonials from local community members about the greatest challenges that face our youth today. Our objective is to inform and unify the participants to propel them forward together. In addition to structured sessions, there will be live inspiring and encouraging music, performed by local and regional talent, and nationally known Christian artists.

Workshop Programing: Mind, Body, Spirit

Each workshop will focus on a component of physical, mental or spiritual health.

Workshops will be lead by professionals in their field, and reflect the values of healthy living that can safeguard against addiction. While these informational, hands-on workshops can be beneficial for mind, body and spirit, we believe there is no substitute for an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. The theme “All Roads Lead to Christ” will be woven into each of these workshops.

Panel Members and guest speakers include representatives from the following organizations: Church of the Good Shepherd, Oswego IL, Cross Lutheran Church, Yorkville, IL, Crossroads Community Church, Aurora IL, Plano Christian Church, Plano, IL, Harvest Bible Chapel, Elgin IL, Willow Creek Community Church, South Barrington IL, Centennial Counseling, Sandwich, Yorkville, St. Charles IL, Oswego Wellness, Oswego IL, Eden Consulting, Indianapolis/Chicago, Kendall County Health Department, Association for Individual Development, Pregnancy Information Center, Aurora IL, Ginger and Soul Catering, Yorkville IL, JC Health and Fitness, Sandwich IL, Joliet Junior College, Joliet IL, IVVC, Sandwich IL

Guest Speakers: Dr. Amaal Tokars, John D. Erickson DMin, Dennis Humphrey PhD, Josh Riebock

Panel Members: Cameron Young, M.T.S., M.A., LAMFT, Jason Andrade MS, ED, LSPC, Chris Baker, Grant Riehle- Moeller, Hanna Riehle-Moeller, Pastor Mike Johnson, Brian Lux MA, LCPC, Catie Parker, Martha Conover, Rachel Conover, Jon Conover, Christine Conover MS, RD, LDN, David Chong, Youth Pastor Chris Dean, Janna Woodard RN, Lorraine Beasley BS, RN, Pastor Kenny Volbrecht, Courtney M. De Carlo MA, LCPC, Heather Johnson MSW LCSW, Rose Romero MA, LCPC, Steve Werrline Jr., Megan Zaleski

Friday Workshops 9:30am-5:00pm
– Sacrificial Love: (Relationships)- Demonstrating love in relationships by what we give not by what we take.
– Discovering Your Gift: (Identity)- Taking the first steps in discovering what God has in-store for our lives.
– Attraction: (Relationships)- There is much more to attraction than just physical appearance.
– Not So Social Media: (Love)- Safety on social media and staying social in a healthy way beyond our social media networks.
– Body Image: (Love)- Learning to love yourself, feeling good not just looking good.
– Food and Habit: (Addiction)- A fresh start, developing new habits starting with food.

Saturday Workshops 9:30am-5:00pm
– The Road to Addiction: (Addiction)- Avoiding the steps that lead to the pathway of destruction.
– Passion Vs. Perfection: (Identity)- Christ passion allows people to live under grace with Him despite their imperfection.
– Known and Loved by God: (Love)- God knows us completely and still loves us.
– Emotional Effects of Physical Love: (Relationships)- Finding love in another that endures beyond temporary pleasure.
– Finding an identity in Christ: (Identity)- The kingdom of God and our higher calling is already within us.

Friday and Saturday Day Schedule

• 8:00am: Staff Arrival
• 8:30am: registration/sign-in
• 9:00am: Prayer and introduction
• 9:30am: Morning Workshops
• 11:30am: Break for lunch
• 1:00pm: Afternoon Workshops
• 5:00pm: Break for Dinner
• 6:00pm: Return for evening events
• 6:15pm: Evening events

Friday Evening Schedule- 6:15pm-9:00pm

• 6:10pm-6:15pm: Brief Introduction
• 6:15pm- 6:45pm: Live Performance by Nehemiah Heckler
• 6:45pm-7:05pm: Presentation by Kendall County Health Department Executive Director, Dr. Amaal Tokars
• 7:05pm-7:35pm: Live Music by Jon Conover Band
• 7:35pm-8:10pm: Message by Dr. John D. Erickson
• 8:15pm-9:00pm: Live music by Living Song

Saturday Evening Schedule- 6:15pm-9:00pm

• 6:10pm-6:15pm: Brief Introduction
• 6:15pm- 6:45pm: Live Music by Brian Johnson Band
• 6:45pm-7:05pm: Presentation by Dennis Humphrey PhD
• 7:05pm-7:30pm: Live Music Jon Conover Band
• 7:35pm-8:10pm: Message by best selling author, Josh Riebock
• 8:10pm-8:30pm: Live Performance by Nehemiah Heckler
• 8:30-9:00pm: Live music by Living Song

The time is now to unite and work together to expand the outreach of support and love to the rural areas of Illinois. With compassion and a renewed sense of urgency we can lead by example and offer future generations a foundation of hope, love and unity that they can build on to make for a better way forward.

In order to keep the entry price of our event as low as possible and available to all of those who need help and resources we need your support.

Our gratitude is immeasurable for any support that you can provide and in return we are fully committed to making this event a life changing experience for everyone involved. Funds are needed immediately as registration has already started.

Any amount that you can contribute from $1 up to as much as you can afford is a blessing to your community and us. Please take the time to care, get involved and help. Please consider this event an extension of “your” church, “your” youth and “your” community.

• Fellowship: Contact us by email: info@helpsorrylove.org and schedule a time we can meet at your church and speak with the pastoral staff, congregation or anyone interested in more information.

• Donations/GoFundMe: All gifts are 100% tax deductible.

Groups or individuals can donate directly to the Help.Sorry.Love NFP on our secure website: Generation You-Unity Donate link Generation You-Nity or a contribution can be made through the GoFundMe campaign: www.gofundme.com/generaton_younity

• Prayer and Share: We can use all the prayers we can get. This event was conceived after much dedicated prayer. Please help us pray, and spread the word by sharing our GoFundMe campaign on your social media pages, church bulletins, blogs and newsletters with your member email list.

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