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Youth from across the Orthodox Church in America are encouraged to attend the 20th All-American Council [AAC] in Baltimore, MD on July 18-22, 2022. Registration for the Youth Program is now available online. During the week-long program for youth who, as of the fall 2022, are grades K to 12, participants will explore their faith, meet Orthodox Christian youth from across North America, and experience the sights and sounds of Baltimore.
“The All-American Council provides a unique experience for our youth,” said Archpriest Benjamin Tucci, who is overseeing the program. “This program will provide our youth with an opportunity to combine their talents with many other Orthodox young people and build relationships that will be treasured for life,” added Fr. Ben.
Each day, education programs and workshop activities will explore the theme of Christian vocations along the lines of the theme of the All-American Council, “Becoming Vessels of Grace.”
More information about the agenda and the activities of the Youth Program will be shared in the coming weeks.
Registration for Youth. Youth, grades K through 12 as of fall 2022, interested in attending the AAC Youth Program must register in advance. The registration rate is $200.00 and the final deadline to register is Saturday, June 18, 2022. To register, please follow this link.
Registration for Staff and Volunteers. Individuals interested in working as Staff or Volunteers at the Youth Program may register at this link. The approval of these applications will be subjected to a criminal background check and successful completion of the online Child Safety Training. The final deadline to register is Wednesday, May 18, 2022.
Getting to Baltimore. Transportation to and from Baltimore, including hotel fees, and meals outside of the Youth Program are the responsibility of participants. Travel arrangements can be organized for individuals, families or youth groups from parishes or deaneries.
Chaperones. Youth participants need to be chaperoned when not participating in scheduled program events.
Questions? More information? Additional details about the Youth Program will be posted to the 20th AAC website as it becomes available. For specific questions, please contact Father Benjamin Tucci at aacyouth@oca.org.
