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Volleyball Marathon

🏐 Volleyball Marathon: Our biggest, most expansive, galactically large event of the year. Play, Compete, and Explore the Universe!

Get ready for an unforgettable Volleyball Marathon on May 2nd-3rd! This overnight event is open to all 6th-12th graders looking for fun, competition, and a chance to dive deep—both on the court and in faith.

🔥 What to Expect:
🏐 Non-stop volleyball action – Compete with your team, challenge your friends, and keep the game going all night long!
🌟 Faith & the Cosmos – May 3rd is International Astronomy Day, and we’ll explore the mysteries of black holes, darkness, and God’s presence in the vast universe.
🌙 Midnight Devotional – A special time to reflect on faith, light, and hope, even in the unknown.
🍕 Late-night snacks & breakfast – Because no marathon is complete without food! Blue Milk to the Moon!

Don’t miss this chance to play, connect, and wonder at the universe together! Gather your friends and sign up now!

 

📅 Dates: May 2nd-3rd
📍 Location: Hope Lutheran Church, 2 E Main St, Arcade, NY 14009
💡 Who: 6th-12th graders
🎟 Cost: $15 per person. *$5 for offered transportation.

Come for the volleyball, stay for the big questions, big plays, and even bigger fun! Where else in the Universe would you rather be? 🌎✨

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High School Spring Retreat 

🎸🕹️ 90’s Retreat Weekend: Get Ready for Resurrection & Rewind! 📼✨

📅 May 16-18, 2025
📍 Lake Chautauqua Lutheran Center – 5013 NY-430, Bemus Point, NY
💰 $75 per person. Open to current 8-12th graders.

What’s in Store?
🎶 Non-stop 90’s vibes – Music, games, food, and worship that's gonna be da bomb!
🛠️ Saturday Workshops & Faith Talks – Deep convos, group bonding, and exploring faith in a fresh way.
🕵️ Camp-Wide Games – "Party till you drop" and then RUN FOR YOUR LIFE… No spoilers, but trust us, you’re gonna love it.
💡 90’s Rave Party – Glow sticks, neon, and all the best dance beats from back in the day.

🍕 What’s Included?
✔️ All meals & snacks – Including a picnic lunch and brunch feast
✔️ Cabin-style lodging – Cots, bunk beds, and all the camp vibes
✔️ A break from tech! – Ditch the phones, unplug from screens, and plug into real community

👉 Drop-off: Friday, May 16 @ 6 PM
👉 Pick-up: Sunday, May 18 @ 2 PM

"Hold onto your butts" – the ultimate 90’s throwback weekend awaits! 🌟

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Note: all Lutheran Youth WNY programs involving youth require all participants (youth and adult) to complete and submit a Registration Form.

At LY we believe that every youth is welcome and that anyone who wants to participate should be able to. If you are experiencing any difficulty with cost, transportation, or have further questions please reach out to us via email or phone.

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