Yr 2 Yfc Discovery Camp Manual (2009 Edition)

CFCYOUTHFORCHRIST
3YearPastoralFormationTrack
Year2
DISCOVERYCAMP
MANUAL
2009RevisedEdition
CFCYouthforChrist
Year2:DISCOVERYCAMPMANUAL(2009EDITION)
YFCDiscoveryCamp
TABLEOFCONTENTS
CHAPTER1:WHYtheDISCOVERYCAMP
Rationale
Overview
Objectives
CHAPTER2:HOWtoCONDUCTtheDISCOVERYCAMP
ScheduleofActivities
GuidelinesandReminders
RolesandResponsibilitiesofServiceTeam
CoupleCoordinators
TeamLeaders
ServiceTeamMembers
DiscoveryCampChecklist
ThemeSuggestions
CHAPTER3:SESSIONDYNAMICSANDEXPANDEDTALKOUTLINES
DiscoveryCampOrientation
Sessions
ThroughtheFathersEyes
FriendsforLife
PerfectMoments
TrueLoveWaits
FreetoChoose
CreativeWorkshop
APPENDICES
APPENDIXA:CreativeWorkshopOutlines
DanceWorkshop
ActingWorkshop
PraiseandFashionWorkshop
APPENDIXB:SampleScript(DiscoveryCamp)
APPENDIXC:SampleScript(EntertainmentNight)
APPENDIXD:SampleRegistrationSheet
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CHAPTER1
WHYDISCOVERYCAMP
A. RATIONALE
TheDiscoveryCampservesasarefreshercoursefortheYFCmembersoftheir
experience in their youth camp. This activity aims to bring them to a deeper level of
commitmenttoGod,toYFCandtotheirhouseholds.
IntheirYouthCamp,theylearnedthatgivingtheirlifetoGodistheonlywayto
behappyinthislife.Inthiscamp,theywilldiscoverandunderstandtheverybasic,very
realandverycrucialissuestheyarecurrentlyfacingintheirlives.
Theyouthtodayliveinanenvironmentwheretherearealotconflictingvalues
thatcaninfluencetheminsomanyways.Theycanbeeasilyconfusedandmisled.Itis
important to help them gain deeper knowledge and understanding about the crucial
issuesintheirlivesinamannerthatisappealingandmoreunderstandablethem.More
importantly the will learn to see and face these issues according to Gods original
purposeandpointofview.
B. OVERVIEW
TheDiscoveryCampisatwoday,twonightcampintendedformemberswho
have gone through the Youth Camp, the Covenant Orientation, and the Family
Culture.Ideally,eachbatchofYouthCampparticipantswhoareinthehouseholdswill
gothroughthisactivitytogetheroneyearaftertheiryouthcamp.TwobatchesofYouth
Campsmaybeputtogether.
The4MajorIssuesDiscussedintheDiscoveryCamp:
1. Identity&Purpose
A youth should know their identity in relation to God, their Creator. It is
importantforthemtoknowthattheirrealidentitysteminthetruththatweareall
sons and daughters of God. The clear understanding of their nature and purpose
dispels insecurity and fear. Without that clear understanding, there is an
overwhelminganddesperateneedforthemtofindtheiridentityandtofitin.And
it is in this quest that they often go astray, looking for acceptance in the wrong
placesandfromthewrongcircles.
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2. PeerInfluence
Friends pose a major influence on the life of the youth. Their influence
greatly affects ones attitudes, language, fashion sense, character, outlook in life,
etc.Manyfriendshipsleadtopainandconfusionbecausetheyarebuiltonfalsehood
and selfish motives. As such, many lives have been lost to gangs and fraternities.
Anotheralarmingissueisthehighrateofteenagepregnanciesandabortions,which
often stem from peer pressure and wrong influence and examples shown among
friends. In this talk, Friendships will be seen as treasures and gifts that never fade
andwitheraslongasitischosenwiselyandprudently.
3. FamilyLife
The family is often a source of deep anguish and brokenness for young
people.Thereareanumberofreasonsattributedtothisbothparentsworkingand
notspendingtimewithchildren,parentsseparatedordivorced,favoritismshownto
siblings etc. This leads to rebellion, isolation and therefore, disunity in the family.
And so we hear how young people would rather stay out with friends than spend
timeathome.Thissessionwouldemphasizethevalueandimportanceoffamilyas
Gods gift to the lives of the young and how they can be a true source of unity in
theirownrespectivefamilies.
4. LoveInterestandrelationshipswithothers
Romanticrelationshipsatthisageareacauseforconcernbecauseyouthare
notmatureenoughandsomistakephysicalattractionfortruelove.Thusmisguided
choicesandconfusedidealsonthisfrontresultinpain,depressionandsometimes,
evensuicide.
C. OBJECTIVESOFTHECAMP
WehaveexperiencedGodandgrowntoloveHimmoreinourYouthCamp.This
campwillhelpusdiscoverareasinourlifethatmaystillbekeepingusfarfrombeing
happy which fail us to experience the fullness of life that God is offering us. The Lord
wants to make our joy complete. We may be enjoying YFC and be very active or may
havelosttouchwiththegroupinthepastyear,butallthesame,theLordiscallingusto
experiencecompletejoyinourlives.
Inthiscamp,wewilltalkaboutcertaincrucialareasinourlivesthatcanmakeor
break us as a person if we fail to see Gods plan in it. These areas are our SELF, our
FRIENDS,ourFAMILYandourLOVELIFE.Godwantstoreachintoalltheseareasofour
life and make us whole. He is not a God that is stuck in the church waiting for us to
worshipHim.HeisaGodthatreachesouttouswhereweareinourlifeandseeksto
makeourjoycomplete.
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CHAPTER2
HOWTOCONDUCTTHEDISCOVERYCAMP
A. SCHEDULEOFACTIVITIES
Day1
Day2
06:00pm07:00pm
07:00pm08:00pm
08:00pm08:30pm
08:30pm08:45pm
08:45pm09:00pm
09:00pm09:45pm
09:45pm10:15pm
10:15pm11:00pm
11:00pm11:15pm
11:15pm11:30pm
11:30pm
ArrivalandRegistration
Dinner(optional)
GatheringandGames
Eveningworship
OrientationTalk
Talk1:ThroughtheFathersEyes
Activity:WhoamI
GroupSharing
Announcementsofnextdays
Scheduleandhouserules
Cleanup
LightsOut
07:00am08:00am
08:00am08:30am
08:30am09:30am
09:30am10:00am
10:00am10:30am
10:30am11:15am
11:15am11:30am
11:30am12:30pm
12:30nn01:30pm
01:30pm02:00pm
02:00pm02:30pm
02:30pm05:30pm
05:30pm06:30pm
06:30pm07:30pm
07:30pm08:00pm
08:00pm08:30pm
08:30pm10:00pm
10:00pm10:30pm
10:30pm11:30pm
11:30pm12:00am
12:00midnight
Breakfast
GatheringandWorship
Talk2:PerfectMoments
Activity:FamilyPortrait
PrayOverSession
Talk3:FriendsforLife
Activity:CarryMyBurden/PatontheBack
GroupDiscussions
Lunch
GatheringandGames
Exhortation:CreativeWorkshops
CreativeWorkshops
Break/CleanUp
Dinner
Gathering/Games
Activity
Talk4:TrueLoveWaits
GroupDiscussion(Boys/Girls)
Party/CreativePresentations
Cleanup
LightsOut
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Day3
07:00am08:00am
08:00am09:00am
09:00am09:30am
09:30am10:30am
10:30am10:45am
10:45am11:30am
Breakfast
SundayMass
Gathering/TeamBuildingActivity
Talk5:FreetoChoose
Praisefest
Announcements&LeaveforHome
B. GUIDELINESANDREMINDERSINCONDUCTINGTHECAMP
1. DiscoveryCampsareimplementedonthefollowinglevels:
a. CommunityBased:ClusterLevel
b. CampusBased:CampusGroupings(SectorLevel)orCampusLevelifthe
CampusisLevel6orMultiChapterLevel
c. HighSchoolBased:SectorLevel
Note: If the area is just starting, the discovery camp can be conducted in the area
level(provincialorcountry).Iftheprogramisjuststartinginthearea,theycanjoin
thediscoverycampofotherprograms.
2. Normally,themembersoftheteamwhowillbestayinginwiththeparticipantsare
the Couple Coordinators, the Youth Team Leader and his Assistant, the Camp
ServantandtheFacilitatorsonly.Itisveryimportantthatthefacilitatorsstaywith
the participants throughout the camp in order to build strong relationships with
them.Othermembersoftheteammaychoosestayin,iftheyoffertopayfortheir
accommodationsorifthereareenoughfundsallowthemtodoso.
3. Becreative!ThinkofdifferentwaysonhowtomaketheDiscoveryCamp(thetalks,
activities,workshopsandgames)moreexcitingfortheparticipantsandevenforthe
membersoftheServiceTeam.
4. PowerPoint presentations can be prepared for the speakers to emphasize certain

talking points. The use of visuals will make the participants more attentive to the
speakers and sharers. It will also enable them to understand each talk, workshop
andactivitybetter.
5. The team leader should always remind all the speakers and sharers to share their
personalexperiencesandrealizationsonthetopicsthattheywillbetalkingabout.
6. Theteamleaderandthespeakershouldbriefthesharersabouttheobjectivesofthe
talk to make sure that the goals of the talk will be achieved, strengthened and
clarifiedthroughtheirpersonalsharingandexperiences.
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7. During the Creative Workshops and Creative Presentations the team may ask
supportfromotherYFCmemberswhoarenotpartoftheserviceteam.
8. Anosmokingandnodrinkingrulewillbestrictlyobservedbytheparticipants,the
CoupleCoordinatorandtheothermembersoftheteam.
9. Noparticipantwillbeallowedtoleavethecampwithouttheexpressedconsentof
theparentsthroughtheCoupleCoordinators.Intheeventofasneakoutbyanyof
theparticipants,theparentsshallbeinformedimmediately.
10. Discussion groups will be joint household. One brothers household will be joining
withonesistershousehold.Agebracketwillbethebasisinjoininghouseholds.
C. ROLESANDRESPONSIBILITIESOFTHESERVICETEAM
The Discovery Camp must be conducted for YFC members, 1 year after their
Youth Camp. The initiative to organize this, starts with the Areas YFC Couple
CoordinatorandtheYouthHeads.
TheCoupleCoordinators
a. They come up with a list of participants from their members who have
completedatleastayearinYFC.
b. They work out the dates and details, such as venue and other practical and
logistical matters (i.e. sound system, physical set up, accommodations and
workshopneeds).
c. TheyshouldcoordinatewiththeCouplesforChrist(CFC)intheareaaboutthe
camp
d. They form the team of YFC members who will be serving in the camp these
includetheYouthTeamLeaderandhisAssistant(YFCClusterHeadoftheArea,
CampusAreaHead,HighSchoolProgramVolunteer),Speakers,DiscussionGroup
Facilitators(existinghouseholdheadsoftheparticipants),WorkshopFacilitators,
MusicMinistry,andCampServants.
e. TheymakesurethatallmembersoftheServiceTeamshouldhavefinishedthe
HouseholdLeadersTraining.
f. They must be incharge of the Eucharistic Celebration (including the main
celebrant,theliturgy,thechoir&theotherlogisticalpreparationsneeded).
g. Theyshouldtalktotheparentsoftheparticipantsandserviceteamtoexplain
theactivity,invitethemtovisitandhelpinaskingpermission.
h. In the Camp, the Couple Coordinator allows the Youth Team Leader and
Assistant,aswellasthemembersoftheServiceTeam,toleadtheactivities.The
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Couple Coordinators stay in the background to provide support, direction and

protection over the team. However, they must also have a close coordination
with the team leader at all times and act as parents to everyone by being an
exampleinspeechconductandactions.
TheTeamLeaders
A. TheDiscoveryCamphastwoteamleadersabrotherandasister.
a. Thebrotherteamleaderleadsthesessions.
Heleadsprayersandworshipandintroducesthespeakers.
Hewrapsup,summarizesandemphasizespointsforclarity.
Whilethetalkisinprogress,heshouldsitinfronttolisten.
b. Thesisterteamleaderistheretorespondtotheneedsofthesisters
andprovidesinputinplanningandconductingthecamp.
The sister always stays in front so she can remind the brother
teamleaderofthingsthatshouldhavebeensaidorcoordinated
tohimonpracticalandpastoralmatters.
Note: In the same way, there are also two camp servants; one for the
brothersandtheotherforthesisters.Haveonecampservantsitnearthe
team leaders for more effective coordination. The other camp servant
shouldbeattheback,readytobringinputfromtheCoupleCoordinator.
c. Bothteamleadersworkinconsultationwitheachotherforunityand
toprovidefocusfortheteam.
d. Bothteamleadersshouldbepreparedtogiveanyofthetalks.
e. MakesurethattheCampScheduleisstrictlyfollowed.
Startandendthesessionsontime
Letthespeakerknowwhenthetimeisup.
B. TheteamleadersgiveandgetinputstoandfromtheirCoupleCoordinator
regardingthepracticalandpastoralmattersofthecamp.
C. Theteamleadersleadtheteam.
a. Facilitatetheyouthteammeetings
Listenstoinputfromtheteam
Gives instructions to the team/receives instructions from the
CoupleCoordinator
Leads worship (in cases where the group is mixed, the brother
alwaysleads)
b. Makesurethattheteamknowswhattodoandactuallydoesit.
Runsthroughtheregularactivitieswiththeteambeforehand
Regularlysupportsandinstructsthecampservants
c. Encourages,guidesandgivesadvicetotheteam
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Corrects both the group as a whole or approaches individuals in

theteamformorepersonalmatters.
Correctstheparticipantsthroughthefacilitators.
Note:
Inhighlysensitivesituations,correctionisdoneonetoone,
brother to brother, sister to sister. The Couple Coordinator should
coursehiscorrectionstowardstheyouththroughtheteamleaders.
d. Exhorts/Takeseveryopportunitytocommendthem.
D. AssiststheSpeakers.
a. Makessuretheygettothecampontime.
b. Helpsthespeakerprepareforthetalkandmonitorsthetimetomake
surethetalkdoesnttaketoolong.
c. In the absence of the speaker (in case, they werent able to come),
theTeamHeadsgivethetalk
E. MakessurethatthefourFs(fun,friendship,freedom&faith)areelements
oftheactivities.
TheServiceTeamMembers
1. DiscussionGroupFacilitators
a. Ideallyexistinghouseholdheadsoftheparticipants.
b. Acts as facilitators of the participants in his/her group during activities and
discussions.
c. Responsibleforhis/hermembersthroughoutthedurationofthecamp.
d. Helpsteamleadersimplementhouserulesandmonitorparticipants.
e. Reminds members about announcements given during or inbetween
sessions.
f. Correctsparticipantsifnecessary.
g. ServesasGameMastersindifferentgames.
2. WorkshopFacilitators
a. There shall be one (1) workshop facilitator for each of the following
workshops: Dance, Chorale, Solo Singing, Band, Gag, Praise and Fashion,
DocumentationandProductionManagement.
b. Must have training or knowhow in the creative workshop assigned to
him/her.
c. (Duringthe3hoursoftheworkshopproper)Mustbeabletosharealittle
aboutonesselfandhisorhertalent,giveatrainingtodiscoveranddevelop
the skill, and prepare an output that will be showcased during the nights
show.
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d. Coordinatesalllogisticalpreparationstotheteamleaderinpreparationfor
theworkshops.
e. Iswillingtostayonsiteforrehearsalsifnecessary.
3. MusicMinistry
a. Prepares all musical requirements needed for all the talks and for the
program.
b. Preparessongsheets,songlineupforworshipsandPraisefest/s.
c. Workswiththeteamleaderandworship/praisefestleadersinpreparingthe
lineupofworship/praisefest.
d. PreparesandcoordinatesalllogisticalrequirementsneededwiththeCouple
Coordinator. [Guitar, amplifiers, drums or percussion instruments, song
books,microphones,etc.]
e. Assignsperson/sinchargeoftechnical/soundsystem.
4. CampServants
a. Assists team leader and couple coordinator in all logistical requirements
neededforthecamp.
b. Preparesandmans(ordelegates)theregistrationmaterialsandprocedureto
ensureasmoothingressofparticipants.
c. Preparesmedical/firstaidkit.
d. Helpskeepstrackofthescheduleofactivities.
e. Helpsprepareallmaterialsandequipmentneeded.
f. Coordinateswiththekitchenstaff/foodvolunteersinpreparingandserving
mealsontime.
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D. DISCOVERYCAMPCHECKLIST
Committee
Logistics
and
General
Services
PersoninCharge
CoupleCoordinator,
TeamLeadersand
CampServant
TeamLeaders
Program
DiscussionGroup
Facilitators
MusicMinistry
Secretariat CampServant
Food
CampServant
Needs
VenueandMaintenance
SessionHall
SoundSystem
LCDProjectorandLaptop
AccommodationsArea
WorkshopVenues
MedicalKit
Speakers(SessionsandWorkshops)
Creativesforeachtalk
Activitiesforeachtalk
Sharers
ListofallDiscussionGroupFacilitators
Gamesassignedtothem
MusicalRequirementsofwholecamp
SongSheetsandSongLineUp
BandSetUp
TechnicalPersoninchargeofsoundsystem
InvitationandConfirmationofAttendees
FacilitatesRegistration
Makesurethatmealsareserved
E. THEMESUGGESTIONS
Sincediscoverycampsaretobecreativeandexciting,itisgoodtocomeupwith
a theme for the discovery camp. The theme will depend on the interest and needs of
theparticipants.Itisbestiftheycanfindacarryingverseforthediscoverycamp.
Samplethemes:
a. IftheyareinterestedinFormula1Racing,thethemecanbepitstop.
b. Iftheyareinterestedintheater,thethemecanbeintermission.
c. Iftheyareinterestedinmedicine,thethemecanberevival.
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ORIENTATIONTALK
YFCDISCOVERYCAMP
ORIENTATIONDYNAMICSANDOUTLINE
SESSIONOBJECTIVES:
1. Givetheparticipantsanideaofwhattoexpectfromtheweekend.
2. Maketheparticipantsfeelcomfortableandateaseenoughtoenjoyandopenup.
SESSIONFLOW:
Games
Worship
WelcomeParticipants
IntroduceTeam
AVPYouthCampandOtherActivities
Orientation
DYNAMICS:
1. Maketheatmospherelightandfun.
2. Givejokesandtellstories.
3. Havethegamemasterleadthegroupintoagame.
4. Theteamleaderleadstheopeningworship
5. Theteamleaderwelcomestheparticipantsandintroducestheteam.
6. Theteamleadergivestheorientationproper.
7. PresentanAVPrecallingtheiryouthcampsandotheractivities
Note: AVP must contain sample pictures or video footage of their youth camp and
the other activities that followed. Furthermore, the atmosphere of the orientation
mustbecasual.ItisadvisablethattheServiceTeamservessnacksatthistimeand
allowstheparticipantstoenjoyfellowshipwithoneanother.
8. Makethesessioninteractive,talktotheparticipants.
SPEAKERPROFILE:
ThespeakerforthistalkistheTeamLeaderoftheDiscoveryCamp.
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ORIENTATIONPOINTS:
I.
II.
ObjectivesoftheDiscoveryCamp
Torefreshtheparticipantsoftheircommitmentintheyouthcamp.
To discover the basic, real and crucial issues areas in our lives that can
makeorbreakusasaperson.
Tounderstandhowtorespondtotheseissues.
Expectations
Expecttohavefunandenjoy.
Expect to grow in relationship with your brothers and sisters in your
householdandintheotherhouseholds.
ExpecttohearGodswordandlistentowhatHeistellingyouandwhat
HeisleadingyoutodiscoveraboutyourselfandthelifethatHehasgiven
you.
III.
IV.
Attitudes
Discoveringoneselfisaninteractiveprocess.Godhassurroundeduswith
friends,familyandotherpeople.Howwecanmakethispossibledependsonour
attitudesinallthesession
Openup/allowyourbrothersandsisterstoloveyou.
Haveagratefulheart
Beexpectant/Makethemostoutofthistimetorechargeandrefuel.
PresenttheSchedule
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THROUGHTHEFATHERSEYES
TALKONEOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
SESSIONDYNAMICS
SESSIONOBJECTIVES:
1. Helptheparticipantsseebeyondthejudgementsthattheworldmakesaboutthemand
insteadseehowspecialtheyareaschildrenofGod.
2. Helptheparticipantsrealizethattheyhaveallthesecuritythattheywillneed.
SESSIONFLOW:
AVP1
Sharers(DarkPart)
Session
Activity
GroupDiscussion
SPEAKERPROFILE:
1. AYFCLeaderwhohasstruggledabouthisorheridentityandnowknowsthathisorher
greatestidentityisbeingthesonordaughterofGod.
2. Heorsheshouldbeatleastachapterheadorcampusexecomorcampusunitheador
highschoolclubofficer.
SHARERPROFILE:
Therewillbeatleast2sharersforthissession,ideallyatleastonebrotherandsister,with
anyofthefollowingprofile:
1. AYFCwhohastheUglyDucklingturnedBeautyQueenstorysomeonewhousedto
justbesatisfiedwiththenormalandmediocrebutafterrealizingthatGoddeservesthe
best,isnowexcellentinstudiesorexcellentinsports&otherextracurricularactivities
2. A YFC who has gone through an Identity Crisis issue on homosexuality, black sheep
turnedshepherd,overcomedmiddlechildsyndrome
TALKDYNAMICS:
1. PreparethefollowingAVPs:
o AVP1:Thecurrentrealitiesofhowtheworldmeasuresourvalueaspersonsand
theconfusionsyoungpeoplegothroughinthispresentage.(12minutes)to
beshowninthebeginningofthesession
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o AVP2:GodshandiworkinthecreationofManthatdepictshowspecialweare
andGodsunconditionallyacceptinglovethatmanifestshowGodseesusasHis
belovedchildren.(3minutes)
2. ChooseanappropriatereflectionsongthattellsofhowGodseesus,likeGodslove
songforMan.Example:TrueColors
Note:Ifthevideocannotbeproduced,analternativecanbeaskitthatwillportray
thecontentsofthevideo
3. Havepapers,pensandart/coloringmaterialsreadyforthereflectionactivity.Give
them3minutesforthisAnadditionalreflectionsongorinstrumentalscoremaybe
sungorplayedduringthistime.
4. Announcetheirgroupings(preassigned)andaskthemtogowiththeirgroups,with
whomtheyaretoshareabouttheirfinishedartwork
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THROUGHTHEFATHERSEYES
TALKONEOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
EXPANDEDTALKOUTLINE
I. EYESWIDESHUT
The world measures our value as a person by the way we look, the way we
speak,whatwehaveorwhatwecandoandnotbywhomweare.Becauseofthis,many
young people are confused and unhappyeven those who are already in YFC. It is
importantforustorealizeandacceptwhowereallyareifwewanttolivethelifeGod
wantsforus.
Just like we learned in our Youth Camp, Yes, I know the plans I have for you,
saystheLord,plansforyourwelfareandnotforwoe,planstogiveyouafuturefullof
hope.(Jer.29:11)Theworldsaysmanydifferentandconfusingthingsaboutus,asseen
inmedia,reportedinthenews
o Whenpeoplethinkwearesecondclassorlessofapersonbecauseofthecolor
ofourskinorthewaywelookoroureducationalattainment.
o When people expect us to act or live by a certain standard because of the
reputationofourparents.
o Whenpeoplesaythatwearesoftorgay,likeawomaninamansbody
Manypeoplegetintodrugs,partyallnight,everynight.Somebecomeobsessed
with being perfect or pleasing others. People try so hard to hide their imperfections,
pretend and put up an image to be accepted. Everyone seems to be trying to make
themselvesworthyofloveandattention.
[PresentAVP1,Sharerswillallsharethedarkpartorthestrugglepartoftheirsharing]
II. SEEINGOURIDENTITYANDPURPOSE
WeneedtoseethatweareGodshandiwork,createdinHisimageandlikeness.
Weneedtounderstandandacceptournature.WeneedtoseethepersonGodmeant
forustobe.
A. OurName
o Allofuswereborn,givenournamesandbaptized.
o Given names to show our relation to our parents and family, some are even
GivenChristiannames.Doweevenknowthemeaningofournames?
o OuridentityasaYouthforChristmember
o Ourcitizenship/nationality
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B. OurGender
Gender issues cause much of the confusion and therefore unhappiness
amongmanyyoungpeopletoday.
1. Men
It is a mans nature to be protector, provider and pastor. God even
createdmentobephysicallybiggerandstrongerforthispurpose.
2. Women
Womenareprecious.Theyshouldbesoughtafterandcherished.Itis
hernaturetowanttobecaredforandpursued.
Womenarenaturallynurturingbecausetheyhavebeendesignedto
belifegivers.Theirsisaprivilegeofbringinglifetoanotherhumanbeing.
3. OtherIdentityIssues
Note:Whenstatingthispoint,doitinsuchawaythatwontbetoooffensive
to the audience. The speaker should refrain from name calling or making
jokesaboutthem.Ourgoalistoremindthemthattheyarespecial.
Thereisareasonwhywearethewayweare.Wearecreatedwithall
intentionandpurpose.Weareplannedandlovedintoexistence.Letusnot
wasteourwholelifetryingtobesomeoneorsomethingthatwearenotand
willneverbe,especiallywhenwhoandwhatweareisperfectlyokay.
No matter what we do, no matter how much we try to change our

voiceorthewaywewalk,evenourgender;wewillalwaysbeawoman.We
willalwaysbeaman.Ourgenitalsalonedontmakeuswhoweare.
Howsaditmustbetoliveourlifebelievingthatwearenotcreated
on purpose, that are are some accident. It must be so depressing to think
thatweareamistake,thatweshouldhavebeenawomaninsteadofaman
ortheotherwayaround.
Butwhenweunderstandthatwearecreatedforapurposeandthat
wearecreatedespeciallybyGodandnotasamistake,thenacceptingwho
wearewillnotjustbeeasy,itwillalsobelifegiving.
C. OurYouth/Age
Letusliveourlife.Ouryouthshouldbefunandenjoyed!Letusnotsacrifice
thistimetoinsecurityandpressures.LetusdiscoverourselvesandthegiftsGodhas
givenus.
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Everything about us is changing. Growing up takes a lot of change in our

bodiesaswellasinthewaywethinkandfeel.Asyoungpeoplewehavetheidealism
andpassionthatcanreallyradicallychangeourworld.
III. FreedomtoBetheBestSon/DaughterofGod
WearelovedeternallybyaGodwhoneverchangesHismind.Wecanneverout
sinHismercy,neverfalltoofaroutofHisgrace.Atourworstself,wearedeeplyloved.
Whenwerealizethisandbelieveinitwithallconfidence,thenwearefree!This
unconditionallyacceptinglovemakesusfreetobethebest,tobeexcellent.
A. FreeToBetheBestSonorDaughter
Wearefreetobethebestsonordaughterwecanbe.Whetherwearean
onlychildorthefifthof8kids,whetherwearethefavoriteortheleastnoticedin
thefamily,wecanstillbethebestsonordaughter.
B. FreeToBetheBestStudent
Wemaybeatthetopofyourclassorjustaverage.Wemaybegreatinarts
or the worst in math. Whatever it is, we can be the best student can be without
beingguiltyorinsecure.Wehaveourowntalents.Letushaveconfidenceinthem
not because we are really good but because we are so sure of the God that gave
themtous.
C. FreeToBetheBestFriend
Wecanbethebestfriendthatwecanbebecausewedonthavetopretend
andputonanimageoramask.Weknowthatwecanloveandthatweareworth
lovingbecausetheGodofallcreationlovesus.
D. FreeToBeTheBestMeICanBe
We can be the best person honest, responsible. We watch out for other
people more than ourselves because we are confident that the all powerful God
watchesoverUS.WecanbethebestchildofGod
[Sharerscomeinandsharethevictoriouspartoftheirsharinghowtheylookat
themselvesthroughtheFatherseyes]
IV. TheFathersEyes
Wearespecial!Wearealreadyloved!Allwehavetodoisnottolistentowhat
theworldsayswearebuttoseewiththeFatherseyes.IntheFatherseyeswearenot
perfectbutwearelovedperfectlybyaperfectGod.
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ACTIVITY
1. Thespeakerleadseveryoneintoprayer.
2. ThespeakerexhortseveryonetowatchtheAVP2andreflectonit.
3. Thespeakerleadseveryonetoreflectonthesongthatwillbeplayed,allowingthissong
tobeGodsmessageforthem.
4. Thespeakerleadsthemintheactivityofdrawingorwritingonthepaperprovidedfor
youyourvisionofyourself/yourlifenow,seeingyourselfthroughGodseyes.
5. Thespeakerclosestheprayerandendsthesession.
Note:Afterthesession,theteamleadercomesintowrapupandannouncesthegroupingsfor
discussion and the discussion questions. He also encourages everyone to share in the group
discussions.
DISCUSSIONGROUPGUIDE
SharetothegroupyourvisionofyourselfasseenthroughGodseyes.
Question:WhatmakesmespecialinGodseyes?
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PERFECTMOMENTS
TALKTWOOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
SESSIONDYNAMICS
SESSIONOBJECTIVES:
1. HelpYFCmembersrealizethattheirparentsareGodsblessingtothemandthatthey
shouldseektounderstandthem.
2. EncourageYFCmemberstomakedefiniteanddeliberatestepstobuildstrongerfamily
relationships.
SESSIONFLOW:
Session
Activity
PrayOver
MiniPraisefest
SPEAKERPROFILE:
1. AYFCLeaderwhohasstruggledwithfamilybuthasnowdecidedthatheorshewilllove
hisorfamilynomatterwhatandwillbelievethathisorherfamilyisGodsgifttohimor
her.
SHARERSPROFILE:
(Therewillbetwosharersforthissession.)
1. A YFC with a nontraditional family experience/setup (i.e. broken family) turned
victoriousthroughChrist
2. AYFCwithanidealfamilysetupstillfacedwithsimilarchallengesasanyotherfamily
butfaithinGodgiveshim/herhopetoremainvictoriousinHislove
SESSIONDYNAMICS:
1. Prepare a reflection that talks about being grateful for the gift of family or the love
experiencedinthefamily.Example:ThankstoYou,BecauseYouLovedMe
2. Afterthesession,thespeakerleadseveryoneintoprayer,exhortsthemtogototheir
groupsanddothefamilyportraitactivity.
3. Whenalmostallthegroupsaredoneintheactivity,thespeakershouldprayoverthe
group for healing and strength. You can use the Prayer for Healing of Family
Relationshipsattheendofthisoutline.
4. Aftertheprayover,playtwoorthreefastsongsforaminipraisefesttoendthesession.
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PERFECTMOMENTS
TALKTWOOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
EXPANDEDTALKOUTLINE
I. THEPLAN(Genesis1:1,27,31a)
In the beginning when God created human beings, He made them to be like
Himself. He created them male and female, blessed them and said, Have many
children,sothatyourdescendantswillliveallovertheearth.
Thiswasthebeginningoffamily.ThefamilywassoimportanttoGodthatwhen
HesentHisonlysontoredeemus,JesusChristwasbornofMarybythepowerofthe
HolySpiritandwasraisedasthesonofJoseph.
In essence, God takes care of us through our parents. Our parents nurture us,
love us, feed us, teach us, and take care of our needs according to their capabilities.
ParentswhoknowGodintroduceustoGodsteachingsandways.
Our parents support us through our growing up years and play a major role in
formingourcharacter.Aswegrowtobemorematureandresponsible,weareableto
takecareofourselves.Aswefinishoureducationandbecomemoreindependent,we
arepreparedtostartandsupportourownfamily.Andthecyclecontinues.
God commands us to respect our father and mother. This is the ideal
relationshipofparentsandchildrenaccordingtotheplanofGod.
II. THEPRESENTSITUATION
EvenifGodhasanamazingplanforthefamily,herearesomerealitiesthatmost
familiesfacenowadays:
A. Parentsandchildrenspendlesstimetogethertocommunicateandbuilda
lovingrelationshipwithoneanother.
Bothparentshavefulltimejobstomeetthefinancialdemandsof
thefamily
Therearemanydistractionsathomewhichcompetewithtimefor
personal interaction among family members, such as TV and
computers(givemoreexamples).
Some families are physically separated from one another either
becauseoflivelihoodoreducation
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B. Values which we normally learn from our families are being replaced by
valuesdictatedbyexternalfactors:
Advertisementswhichfostermaterialism
peerpressureduetothedesireforacceptance
Television which approve of casual sex, early relationships and
vicesassourcesofpleasure
C. Misunderstanding and miscommunication between parents and children

duetofearsbroughtaboutbyanincreasinglydangerousenvironment.
Parentsaresometimestoostrictandchildrenrebelagainstthem.
Children lie to keep their activities from their parents and when
theparentsfindout,itcreatesanothercycleofmisunderstanding.
Anger expressed by both parties aggravates the situation and
blockcommunicationbetweenthem.
D. Parentsdemandingandpressuringtheirchildren
Pressure for personal excellence and perfection fosters an
atmosphere of competition among siblings. This causes
resentmentsamongthemespeciallywhentheyperceivebiasesor
favoritismonthepartoftheparents.
E. Thereisanincreasingnumberofbrokenfamilies
Inturn,theseproducebrokenandhurtingpeoplewhoareafraid
toloveandreceiveloveandtotrustpeople.
III. THECONSEQUENCESOFTHESESITUATIONS
Becauseofthispresentsituation,thefollowinghappens:
A. Rebellionanddisobedience
o Whenwerebelwegofartherawayfromourparentsanddepriveourselfof
animportantsourceofwisdomtoguideusinourgrowingupyears.
B. Refusingtocommunicatewithparents
o Lackofcommunicationcausesloneliness,anxiety,andconfusion.Itdrivesus
tolookforfriendswhomaysympathizewithusbecausetheyhavethesame
problemsandjustcontributetotheproblembyaffirmingourfeelingsrather
thanhelpusseekasolution.
C. Wemayseekoutagirlfriend/boyfriend
o We may think that boyfriends/girlfriends can take us out of our family and
provide us with a person whom we can love and will love us back.
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Unfortunately, these are temporary measures that may compound our

problemsbecausewearenotemotionallyreadytoenterintoarelationship
with another person. Our emotional vulnerability makes us prone to pre
maritalsexandearlyandunwantedpregnancyforyoungwomen.
D. Wemaytakeitoutonouryoungersiblings
o This will cause constant quarrelling and bickering with them. This further
isolatesus,makinguslonelyandafraid.
E. Youmayrunawayfromyourproblems
o Wemayseektoforgetourproblemsorwanttoprovetoothersthatweare
in control by engaging in selfdestructive activities (drugs, alcohol, pre
maritalsex,vandalismandviolentacts).
o Remember, when we engage in harmful activities out of rebellion and
disobedience,wenotonlyhurtourparents,WEALSOHURTOURSELFandwe
suffer the consequences of our own actions, compromising our happiness
andourfuture.
IV. ClaimingVictory
YetalltheseconsequencescannothindertheplanoftheLordfromhappening,it
isnotyettoolatetoclaimthevictoryinourfamiliesorwedonothavetowaitforthe
restofourlivesforthevictorytohappen.
I. Acceptourparentsandmakeadecisiontolovethemunconditionally.
Remember that our parents love us and they do many things out of
concernratherthanspite.TheyareagiftfromGod.
II. Parentsarenotperfectbutratherstriveanddreamforaperfectrelationship.
Some parents have been broken during their childhood and may be
experiencingbrokennessinthepresentrelationship.Acknowledgetheir
shortcomingsbutmakeadecisiondobetterinourfuturefamily.
III. Beopeninourcommunicationwithourparents.
Letusstrivetomakethemunderstandourconfusionandlonelinessand
fear.Behonestanddonotkeepsecretsfromthem.Trustthembecause
ourparentsonlywantthebestforus.
IV. Acknowledgeourfaultswhenwemakeamistake.
There is no need to be defensive. It doesnt matter who is right and
wrong.Whatisimportantistherealizationthatwecausedsomeoneelse
tobehurtandthatwearesorry.
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V. Forgiveourparentsforthehurtstheyhavecausedus.
Avoid the temptation of always feeling like the victim. Often, young
peopletendtomagnifyeventhesmallcommentsparentsmake.React
appropriatelytoasituationanddonotcarrytheburden.Donotpileup
resentmentsforpasthurts.
VI. Makeadecisiontobealovingpresenceinourfamily
Decide to love especially our brothers and sisters. Persevere and be
consistent in our decision to love and accept them unconditionally
especiallyduringtryingtimesinourrelationship.
VII. Decidetobehappy.
Aswegothroughlife,therewillalwaysbedifficulttimes.Rememberthat
allproblemshavesolutions.Weonlyhavetoworkatit.Wecanchoose
tobemiserableeveryday,orwecanchoosetolearnfromthesituation
andremainoptimisticthatwewilleventuallyresolveourdifferences.
StrengthenyourcommitmenttoGod.
VIII.
Prayforthefamily,thattheLordmayguideallthemembersintheways
ofbuildinguptherelationships.MakeGodoursourceofstrength.
IX. Striveforexcellenceinourrelationshipwithourfamily.
[SpeakercallsonSharer1and2]
V. CONCLUSION
God is enough. If we seek our wholeness in Him, He will give us the grace to
improveourrelationshipwithourparents,brothersandsisters.
Godhasabeautifulplanforourfamilies.Ourfamilyisthebuildingblockforour
futurefamilies.Unlessweareabletobuildlovingrelationshipswithourparents,itwill
bedifficultforustobuildlastingrelationshipswithotherpeople.Letusbeasourceof
unityinthefamily.BelievethatweareanointedtobringourfamilytoChrist.
Nooneisperfect.Therearenoperfectrelationshipsonlyperfectmoments.Our
relationship with our families wont always be perfect. However, there are perfect
momentswiththem;momentswhenwefeelourfamilyslove,momentswhenweare
definitethatthesepeopleloveus.(Shareyourperfectmomentwithyourfamily)
Manytimes,weforgetthesemomentsbecauseofthedifferenceswehavewith
our family; when were hurt or disappointed, when they do not fill our expectations.
Wetendtoremembermorethehurtthanthelove.
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Holdontotheseperfectmoments.Theycanbindustoourfamilydespiteour
differences.Theywillremindusthatweloveyourfamilyandthattheyloveustooeven
whentimesarehard.
Strivetobuildperfectmomentswithourfamily.Knowthatafterthedarkness,
Godwillbringustothelight.
ACTIVITY
1. Thespeakeraskstheparticipantstobringoutthepicturesoftheirfamily.
2. Thespeaker,then,leadseveryoneintoprayer.
3. Thebandplaysthereflectionsongandheasksthemtwoquestionsthattheywillreflect
on:
a. Describe each of the family members in the picture and express your feelings
aboutyourrelationshipwithhim/her
b. Whatarethethingsyouresolvetodotobetterinyourrelationship?
4. Then,heexhortsalltheparticipantstogototheirdiscussiongroupsandastheypray,
sharetheiranswers.
5. Thebandcontinuestoplayreflectionsongsorinstrumentalmusicastheshare.
6. Wheneveryoneisdone,thespeakercallsoneveryonefortheprayover.Hetellsthem
tolaytheirhandsovereachother.Theprayerbelowcanbeused.
7. Thespeakerendsthesessionwithtwoorthreefastsongsoraminipraisefest.
PRAYERFORHEALINGOFFAMILYRELATIONSHIPS
LordGod,/youareourFatherinheaven./Yougaveusourparentstotakecareofus/andto
loveushereonearth./Blessourfamilyrelationships./SendyourHolySpirit/toinspireusand
to guide us as we grow in wisdom and understanding./ Open our hearts and minds/ that we
mayseeyouinourparents./Thatwemayrememberthatyougaveuslifethroughthem./Help
ustoloveunconditionally./
Healourbrokennessandmakeuswholeagain./Giveusthegracetoforgiveeachotherforthe
hurtsthatwehavecaused./Forgiveusforoursins/especiallyforthetimeswhenwehavebeen
rebelliousanddisobedient./Helpustogrowintrustandconfidenceinyourgreatplanforus/
andfixoureyesonJesusespeciallyduringdifficulttimes./
ThisweaskthroughthemightynameofyourSon,JesusChrist,ourLord.Amen.
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FRIENDSFORLIFE
TALKTHREEOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
SESSIONDYNAMICS
SESSIONOBJECTIVES:
1. Showtheparticipantsthatrealfriendshipbringsoutthebestinpeople.
2. EncouragethemtobuildrealfriendshipswiththosealreadyinYFCandthosewhoare
not.
SESSIONFLOW:
OpeningActivity
Session
Activity
GroupDiscussion
SPEAKERPROFILE:
1. AYFCLeaderwhohasstruggledwiththequalityoffriendshipsthatheorshehas,but
whonowhasbeenblessedtohavelifegivingfriendshipsandisnowasourceoflifeto
hisorherfriends.
SHARERPROFILE:
(Therewill2sharersforthissession.)
1. A YFC who has experienced a time when a friend has challenged and destroyed the
identity,valuesorlifeofthepersonandisnowstandingupforhisorheridentity,values
andlife.
2. A YFC who had a broken friendship in the past and is now inspired by a victorious
friendshipformedinYFCtohealthatbrokenfriendship.
SESSIONDYNAMICS:
1. Afterthe2ndsharing,thespeakerwillcomein,callinthe1stsharer,andprayover
bothsharerswiththescoringofthereflection.
2. Reflection song will be sung. The reflection song can be any song that talks about
howfriendshipisablessingoraboutthepromiseoffriendship.Example:Counton
Me
3. Papers and pen will be handed out after the song. The speaker will lead them
through the reflection activity and ask them to write their answers. Give them 3
minutesforthisAnadditionalsongmaybesungduringthistime.
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FRIENDSFORLIFE
TALKTHREEOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
EXPANDEDTALKOUTLINE
I. NOMANISANISLAND
Thesecondareainourlifethatoftenmakesorbreaksusarethefriendsthatwe
hang out with. Friendship is essential in a persons life. No one can go through life
withoutfriends.Weseekpeoplethatwegenuinelyliketohangaroundwith,totellour
secretsto,tocomfortuswhenwearedown.Ourfriendsgiveusoursenseofidentity,
selfesteemandsenseofsecurity.Theyinfluenceourvalues,attitudesandlifestyles.
Friendshipwieldssomuchpowerinanypersonslife.Ourfriendshelpshapeour
lives. Most of the time, we talk, dress and think almost the same as our friends do.
Friendship has power over our happiness. Let us look at our friendships that make us
happyordestroyus.
II. FRIENDSHIPSTHATDESTROY
A. Whenourfriendscauseustosinordothingsthatarenotright
Note:Addexamplesthatcatertotheparticipantsagerange.
o Cheat,cutclasses,neglectourstudiestohavefunwithourfriends.
o Tobemeanornastyorwhentheybringoutnegativetraits.
o Webullypeopletoshowourfriendshowtoughweare.
B. Whentheymakeusconformtothewrongsetofvaluesandchallengeourlifestyle
ofbeing100%Free.
o Buyingexpensivethings,wearingexpensiveclothessowematchourrichfriends
evenifourparentscannotaffordit.
o Havinganearlyrelationshipsowewillnotbemadefunofandteased.Havinga
girlfriendsoourfriendswillthinkwerecoolandmacho.
o Toreadorwatchpornographyorengageinpremaritalsex.
o Todrink,smokeortakeindrugs.
C. Whenweallowourfriendshavemoreinfluenceonusthanourparentsandthey
makefunofthevaluesthataretaughttousathome.
o Beingashamedtobeinthesamesocialgatheringwithourparentsbecauseof
whatourfriendswillsay.
o Even good teenagers who have good parents who really care for them (but
becausetheydo,theyaresometimesperceivedtobestrict)arebeinginfluenced
torebelagainsttheirparentsbyfriendswhoarebroken,wholackattentionat
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homewhoarejustlookingforpeopletoindulgetheirhurtswith.Haveyouever
heardofthesayingmiserylovescompany?
o Sometimespeoplewhoarenotdoingwellintheirlifetendtobringtheirfriends
alsointhatstate.
D. Friendswhomaybeabadinfluenceonusarenotnecessarilybadpeople.
o Friends who are smart and have strong personalities but are genuinely broken
(those with big problems), can influence us to do bad things even if we dont
havethesameproblemstheyhave.
o Evengoodpeoplewhoarebrokencaninfluenceuswrongly.
o We can even be influenced to magnify our small problems or pay attention to
thefaultsofpeoplewholoveus.Itbringssomuchmiserywhenweallowpeople
to steal our joy and make us go against the people who love us despite their
shortcomings.
E. Friendswhocommitthesinofomission.
o TheyarefriendswhosaynothingandallowustofalloutofGodsgrace.Instead
ofcorrectingusaboutourwrongdoings,theyjustallowustodowhateverwe
wantandwatchussuffertheconsequences.
Toconclude,asYFCmemberswemustlearntoinfluencethesekindsoffriends
todowhatsrightinsteadofbeinginfluencedbythem.
[SpeakercallsSharer1]
III. FRIENDSHIPSTHATGIVELIFE:FRIENDSFORLIFE!
In YFC, we are grouped into households so that we canexperience the kind of

friendship that brings life. After one year of growing in our relationship with the Lord
and especially after this Discovery Camp, we hope that we will find that kind of
friendship.
Afterthiscamp,wewillexperienceadeeperleveloffriendshipwithourbrothers
andsistersinYFC.Hereinourhousehold,wewanttoknowmorehowtoserveandlove
eachother.WewillaskGodtoteachustooutdoeachotherinlove,insodoingbuild
friendshipsthatwilllastforalifetime.
IV. TRUEFRIENDSHIP
A. Truefriendshipisnotexclusive.
o In our household, we strive to make everyone our best friend. We are
genuinely warm and friendly to all even if we are closer to some in
particular.
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o Donotgivespecialattentionjusttothepersonweareinterestedin.Donot
maketherelationshipexclusivesotheothersfeelleftout.
B. Truefriendshipisnotpossessiveorjealous.
o Weshouldnotbedemandingtimeandattention.Thereshouldbegenuine
confidence in one another and we should in fact welcome the idea our
friendshaveotherfriends.
C. Truefriendshipbuildsuptheotherinlove
o We should be encouraging and up building in speech and action. Do not
talkaboutourfriendsbehindtheirbackorgossipaboutthem.
o Manifestintenseloyalty.Defendthehonorandreputationofourbrothers
andsistersatalltimes
o Nonegativehumorwhichputsdowntheotherperson.
D. Truefriendshipseeksthegoodinoneanother.
o Encourageeachotherinourstudies.
o Encouragefriendstomendrelationshipswiththeirfamily.
o Encouragefriendstoexpressanddeveloptheirtalentsandskills.
o Encourageoneanothertobegoodcitizensofthecountry.(tobuildupour
countryinthebestwaywecould)
o Encourageeachonetolovethepoor.
E. TrueFriendshipisatwowaystreet.
o Itservestotakecareofeachotherindifficulttimes.
o Itreachesouteveniftheotherisnotreadytorespond
o It stands by the principles of accountability and responsibility for each
other.
V. CONCLUSION
Friendship is a gift from God. It is a source of joy. Real friendship islifegiving

andupbuilding.Onecannotgothroughlifewithoutfriends.Goodfriendsmotivateus
to be the best that wecan ever be. In our group, we canlook forward to having the
bestfriendsforlifebecausethesourceofourfriendshipisGodHimselfwhoisourBest
Friend!
[SpeakercallsSharer2]
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ACTIVITY
1. Thespeakerleadseveryoneintoprayer.Heorsheaskseveryonetoreflectonthesong
thatwillbeplayed.
2. Asthesongisplayed,thespeakeraskseveryonetodothefollowing:
3. Foldpaperinhalf;writedownthenamesof3friendswhobringyoulifeandhowthey
makeyoufeelononesideofthepaper.
4. Ontheotherside,writedownthenamesoffriendswhoneedyourfriendshipandhow
youcaninfluencethem,especiallyyourfriendsoutsidethecommunity
5. Thentearthepaperinhalfseparatingthetwosides.TheFriendswhobringyoulife
willbecollected.Theothersidewillbekeptuntilinstructed.
6. Thespeakerwillprayoverallthepapersthatwerecollectedandsayaprayerofthanks,
andtellstheparticipantstoeachprayforthenamesonthelistwiththemandthatthey
willkeepittoserveasareminderofwhotheyshouldprayforandtrytoinfluence.
7. Leadthegroupintoaclosingprayerandaskthemtodivideintohouseholdsforsharing
andprocessingtodiscusstheanswerstotheguidequestionsforthetalk.
GROUPDISCUSSIONGUIDE:
1. WhoarethethreefriendswhomIammostthankfulfor?Sharewhy.
2. Whatwillbemycommitment/stothethreefriendswhomIwilldecidetobringlifeto?
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TRUELOVEWAITS
TALKFOUROFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
SESSIONDYNAMICS
SESSIONOBJECTIVES:
1. Help YFC members realize that true love should be lifegiving and should make them
betterpersons(anidealman/woman/son/daughterofGod).
2. TeachYFCmemberstoseekGodswillinthisverysensitiveareaoftheirlife.
SESSIONFLOW:
Creative(Canbeaserenade)
Session
PrayOver
Activity
GroupDiscussion
SPEAKERPROFILE:
1. It is good if a CFC can give this talk either a young newly wed CFC, a couple
coordinators or a CFC whose child is a service team or a participant in the discovery
camp.
2. AnSFCwhoisinaChristcenteredrelationshipcanalsogivethetalk.
3. IfthereisnoCFCorSFCwhocangivetalk,amatureYFCLeaderwhohasdecidedheor
shewillwaitfortrueloveorisinarelationshipthatispureandChristcenteredcangive
it.
4. Preferably,thespeakerisabrother.
5. HeorsheshouldbeatleastaclusterheadorcampuscoreorHPV.
SHARERPROFILE:
(Therewillbe4sharers,whowillsharetheirconvictionfor2minutes.)
1. Abrotherwhohasbeeninsinfulandselfishrelationshipsinthepastwhoisnoweither
singleandjoyfullywaitingorisinaChristcenteredrelationship
2. A sister who has been in sinful and selfish relationships in the past who is now either
singleandjoyfullywaitingorisinaChristcenteredrelationship
3. AbrotherwhoisavirginandhasbeenofferinghislovelifetoGod
4. AsisterwhoneverhadaboyfriendsincebirthandhasbeenofferingherlovelifetoGod.
Note:Havethemsharetheirconvictionsandcommitmenttopurityandpromisetogive
toGodtheirlovelife.Givethem2minuteseach.
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SESSIONDYNAMICS:
1. Afterdinner,havethemusicministryplayagatheringsongandstartthesessionwithan
openingprayer.Brothersaretosittogetherandthesisterswiththesisters.
2. Since it is in the evening, have someone sing a love song before the talk to get
everyonesattentionandinterest.
3. Itmaybegoodtohaveamorematurespeakerforthistopic.
4. Afterthesessionandtheprayover,haveallthebrotherscomeupfronttopromiseto
care for the sisters and serenade them with roses. The love song should be carefully
selected.Explainwhyflowersaregiven.
5. Samplesongsinclude:GodMustHaveSpentALittleMoreTimeonYou,IWillBeHere,
Ikaw,etc
6. End the session with a prayer and then ask them to divide into their households for
discussionandsharing/processing(separatediscussionsforbrothers&sisters).
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TRUELOVEWAITS
TALKFOUROFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
EXPANDEDTALKOUTLINE
I. INTRODUCTION
Falling in love is one of the most exciting and overwhelming experiences in a

personslife.Truelovehasthepowertotransformusintoalovingandlovableperson.It
canbringoutthebestinusandmoveistodogreatandwonderfulthings.Itcanleadusto
a lifetime of happiness if we realize early enough that love is a gift from God who is the
sourceandobjectoflove.
Forthosewhodonotknowtheessenceoflove,itcanalsobeuglyandtragic.What
startsoutasabeautifulrelationshipcanendupwithlovershatingandhurtingeachother.
Goodpeople,smartpeople,beautifulpeoplearenotsparedthedangeroflove.Theycan
getgenuinelyhurtandbescarredforlifeiftheydonotknowhowtolove.Loveisagiftfrom
God.
II. THETRAGEDYOFLOVE
Wetendtomakeitourprimaryreasontoattendactivitiestoseeandbewithour
crushes/loveinterests.
Lovecanbetragicifitisnotright.Itisnotrightwhenitisselfish,whenitputsself
firstbeforeothers.Itcandestroyyou,anditcandestroythepeoplethatyouloveandthose
wholoveyou.Thisearly,bewisetothewaysofloveasawayofpreventingyourselffrom
makingseriousandtragicmistakes.
III. WRONGNOTIONSONLOVE
Weoftenheardofstatementsaboutlovethatarepleasingtoourearsandmadeour
heartbeatdoubletime.Webelievedintothosestatementsonlytofindoutintheendthat
thosestatementsdidnotpertaintoloveatall.
A. Loveisabedofroses
Loveisnotonlyaboutgoodtimesandgiddy,romanticfeelings.Donotrun
offwithamanafterhekissesyouforthefirsttime.Loveentailshardships,giveand
take,andpatience.Itisneverconvenient.
Getreal.Wedonotknowthepartwheretheygetbeatenuporabandoned
bytheirPrinceCharmingafterthebooksaidandtheylivedhappilyeverafter.
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B. TrueLovewillfindme
Loveissomethingwebuild,notfind.Itisbuiltonprayer,knowingGod,our
selfandtheotherperson.Itispreciselywhyitisimportantthatweprayaboutour
decisions to pursue orentertain love. It helps when love is built on friendship and
accountabilityaswellbecausethesecansupportusespeciallyinthedifficulttimes
ofarelationship.Whenwechoosetocareandputthewelfareoftheotherbefore
ourown,wegrowinloveandcommitment.
C. ICanLiveonLoveAloneAttitude
Romanceisexcitingandoneshouldneverbedeprivedofthejoyoffallingin
love. But romance is just the icing on the cake. It is not enough to sustain the
relationship.Thereismoretolovethanthestarsandthemoon,thebutterfliesand
theflowers.
IV. THEJOYOFLOVING
Donotgetdisillusionedthoughandvownevertolove.Loveisawonderfulthing;it
maynotbewhatweperceivedittobe.Butitiswonderful,evengreaterthanournotions
andperceptions.
A. TheNatureofLove
1. Loveissoprecious,letusnotcheapenit.
Wecheapenlove,when:
a. wekeepchangingboyfriends/girlfriends
When you say I love you it means you will love the person
throughtheworstoftimes.Ifyourenotreadytolovesomeone
thismuchthendontgointothatrelationshipbecauseitdefinitely
wontlast.
b. The men cheapen the women when they cannot court them in their
homesandmeettheirparents.
Courtship is the time for the men to prove their love for the
woman. If they cannot even go to her house and go through all
thetroublewhatkindofloveisthat?Rightatthestartitsobvious
that the man cares more for himself and his comfort than the
woman.
Showthepeoplethatyouloveherwiththepurestofintentions.
c. Whenwomengiveineasilytothemen.
Women, value yourself enough to wait until you are convinced
thathereallylovesyouandthatyoureallylovehim.
d. Whenwearenotprivateaboutourfeelingsforanotherperson
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Dont tell everyone about it. We dont go around telling other

people about who we like but rather seek advice from your top
leader,couplecoordinatorandparents.
2. Loveisprecious,donotmakeitugly.
a. Asinfulrelationshipmakesitugly.
Truelovewaits.LearntosayNoandstayawayfromoccasions
where you might be tempted. Premarital sex brings with it the
burdenofguilt.
Do not rush into having sex. It will come as a beautiful gift in
marriage.Thenyoucandoiteverydayifyoulike,even5timesa
day.
b. Adishonestrelationshipmakesitugly.
You will not be at peace in a relationship wherein you have to
hideandsneakaround.
Examples: Mutual Understanding, Cool Off, have two or more
relationshipsatthesametime,BoyGirlbestfriends
3. Loveisprecious,donotrushintoit.
a. Havingcrushesandbeingattractedtotheoppositesexarenormal.Butat
this point of your age, especially when youre still studying, we are
discouragedtogointoexclusiverelationships.
But, you should pray and think hard before you get into a
relationship.Loveisanunconditionalcommitmentthataperson
inhisearlyteensmaybeunpreparedtomake.
You are still young. There a lot of things that you need to learn.
Therearealotofpeoplethatyoucanstillmeet.Rushingintoan
exclusiverelationshipoftentakesthatawayfromyou.
b. Theultimategoalofaloverelationshipismarriage.Forlovetoberight
andlifegiving,oneneedstobepreparedforitslongtermconsequences.
Donotrushit.
B. PracticalPreparations
1. Widenyourcircleoffriendstoknowmorepeopleandtoknowthepersonthat
Godhaspreparedforyou
2. Bethebestthatyoucanbeinallimportantareasofyourlife:
a. Asaperson,bebeautifulinsideandoutside.
b. Asastudent,giveyourbestinyourstudies
c. Asason/daughterofyourparents,beasourceofunityandloveforyour
family.
d. AsaChristian,beagoodwitnessinyourlifeandservice.
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3. Choosetherightpersonfortherightreasons.
a. Physical attraction is important but it is not the sole basis for a lasting
relationship.
b. Lookforqualitiesthatlastinthepersonthatyouwillchoose.
4. ConsecrateyourintentionandyourrelationshiptoGod.
a. ArelationshipthatisrightwithGodfromthebeginningcanbebeautiful
andlifegiving.
b. Our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. We need to cloak ourselves in
dignityandhonorassonsanddaughtersofGod.
c. Ifwetrulyloveaperson,weleadhim/hertoGodandnotcausehim/her
tosin.
V. LOVEISAGIFTFROMGOD
Loveisgood.Loveisbeautiful.Letuslearntolovedeeply,honestlyandsincerely
because love is from God who is the source of pure and true love. (The speaker can also
choosetoendwithareadingfrom1Cor.13) [OtherBibleVersesGal.5:22;Gal.5:24]
ACTIVITY
1. Thespeakerleadseveryoneintoprayerandpraysoverthisaspectoftheirlives.
2. Aftertheprayover,thebrothersserenadeandgiveflowerstothesisterstoshowtheir
appreciationforthesistersandasagestureofsayingsorryforthetimeseachsisterhas
beenhurtbythebrothers.Italsoawayoftellingthesistersthatthebrotherswilltake
goodcareofthemandwithGodsgracewillnotdoanythingdeliberatelytohurtthem.
3. The sisters can also prepare a gesture of thanking the brothers by giving them small
thankyoucards.Thisistosaythankyouforbeingabrotherandfortakingcareofthem.
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FREETOCHOOSE
TALKFIVEOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
SESSIONDYNAMICS
SESSIONOBJECTIVES:
1. HelptheparticipantsrealizethataschildrenofGod,theycandecidetobehappy.
2. Helptheparticipantsrealizetheirpurposeinlife.
SESSIONFLOW:
Creative:SlideShowofPicturesduringtheCamp(FridayandSaturday)
Session
Reflection
Praisefest
SPEAKERPROFILE
1. AYFCLeaderwhoknowsthathisidentity,family,friendsandspecialrelationshipisagift
fromaGod.
2. HeorshesurrendersthesefouraspectstoGod
SESSIONDYNAMICS
1. Prepareaslideshow ofthepicturesduringthecamp.Itis goodiftherecanbefunny
captionsforthepictures.
2. Haveareflectionsongafterthetalk.Thereflectionsongshouldbeaboutsurrendering
alltheaspectsoflifetoGod,givingeverythingtoGod.SuggestedsongsincludeIGive
MyAll,HereIAm,GodAlone,etc.
3. Afterthereflectionsong,therewillbeacommitmentceremonyaboutchoosingtobe
happy,tolove,toforgiveandtogiveitallforGod.
4. Thesessionendswithapraisefest.
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FREETOCHOOSE
TALKFIVEOFTHEYFCDISCOVERYCAMP
EXPANDEDTALKOUTLINE
I. THELASTINGREDIENT
Through this camp, you discovered why some are still unhappy even if they are
alreadyinYFC.Itisourhopethatyousawhowthecrucialareasinourlifeourself,our
friends,ourfamilyandourlovelifecanmakeorbreakusaspersons.
Peoplegothroughlifeblamingtheirparents,theirsituationandevenGodfortheir
unhappiness.Someevendieangryandfrustrated,neverseeinghowmuchtheLordgave
togivethemlifethattheyneverlived.
Godhasgivenusalltheingredientstoahappylife.Friends,family,thechanceto
fallinloveandmakelovestories andfairytalescomealive;theonlythinglackingfrom
thisrecipeisourchoice.
II. THECHOICE
WhenGodmademanandwoman,Hegavethemtherighttochoose.Adamand
Evemadetheirsandexperiencedpain.Likewise,wearegivenachoice.TheLordinvitesus
tolivelifetothefull.But,wehavetochooseit.Thechoicehasalwaysbeenthereforusto
makeandtheofferstandsforever.
WeweremadetobewithJesus.HecreatedusoutofloveandinHislove.Wewill
neverrest,nomatterwherewegoorwhatwedo,wewillalwaysbesearching,andwe
willalwaysbeemptyuntilwechoosetoliveinHislove.
HeretheListofchoicesyouhavetomakeinbecomingtheman/womanthatGod
createdyoutobe.
A. ChoosetobeHappy
Happiness is a choice. We can choose to be happy no matter what the

circumstances. We can choose to be happy amidst everything knowing that God is
holdingus.Wechoosetobehappywithourself,ourfamily,ourfriendsandthelovelife
thatGodhaspreparedforus.WecanchoosetoclaimthathappinessandallowGodto
complete our joy. Or we can choose to allow the circumstances take away our
happiness.
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B. ChoosetoLove
We choose to love even when we are hurt. We choose to love even when we
werebetrayed.Wechoosetolovethepeoplewedonotlikeandwedonotunderstand.
We choose to love ourselves, our family, our friends and the person whom God
preparedforus.WeallowGodtoloveusandloveothersthewayhehaslovedus.No
circumstancecantakeawayGodsloveforus,thesamewaythatnocircumstancewill
takeawayourloveforHispeople.
C. ChoosetoForgive
Part of loving is forgiveness. We choose to forgive those who have caused us

pain whether consciously or unconsciously. We choose to forgive our self, our family,
ourfriendsandourboyfriendorgirlfriend.Nocircumstancecantakeawaythemercyof
theFather.Itisthesamechoiceforallofus.Wecaneitherchoosetocarrytheburden
andthebitternessinourlivesorwecanchoosethewayJesusdiditforgiveness.
D. ChoosetoGiveitAllforGod
Everydayweliveourlives,wewillgothroughsomanythings.Wewillcelebrate
alotofjoysanddealwithalotofproblems.EverydayisachanceforustoknowGod
and to give everything up to Him. Everything that we will do, we choose to give it to
Him.Everythingthatwewillexperience,wechoosetogiveittoHim. Wegiveto God
ourself,ourfamily,ourfriendsandourlovelife.
III. CONCLUSION
UnlesswearesurethatwearelovedbyagreatGodthatcannotstandseeingus
unhappy,aGodthatwillmoveheaveninearthforus,wecanneverhavethecourageto
makethesechoices.
Itisinour hands.WecanchoosetoeitherseewiththeFatherseyesorbelieve
justhowspecialweareandbefree,orwecanlistentotheworldandbecaptivetoitslies,
deceptionandillusions.
TheLorddiedtosetusfree.Donotletthatsacrificegotowaste.Thechainshave
beenbrokenandthegatesareunlocked.Allyouhavetodoistotakethechainsoff,open
thegatesandstepout.Justdoit.
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ACTIVITY
1. After the reflection, have the participants and service team go to their respective
householdsandpraytogether.Exhortthemthatthesearethepeoplethatwillsupport
andprayforandwiththemastheymakethechoice.
2. Ask the Lord for the strength to live up to their decisions made during the Discovery
CampandtoaffirmtheircommitmenttosupporteachotherintheHousehold.
3. ThesessionendswithaPraisefest.
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ONLYTHEBESTFORJESUS
YFCDISCOVERYCAMPCREATIVEWORKSHOPS
WORKSHOPDYNAMICS
WORKSHOPGOALS:
1. Give the participants the opportunities to develop and use their talents to serve God
andHispeople.
2. Help in developing the talents pool of YFC Communications who can be tapped for
futureactivities.
GENERALWORKSHOPFLOW:
1. Openingprayer
2. Shortsharingoftheworkshopfacilitator
Note:Thefacilitatorcouldfurtherintroducehimselfandtalkaboutthetalenthe
has. He can share how this has been a blessing to him and to other people.
(Suggestedsharing:Howthetalenthashelpedonetobepure(keepsoneaway
from vices) and to love the poor (showcase the talent for a fundraising for the
poor,orteachthepoortheskill)
3. AVPYFCTalents(CreativeHandlesofConferences,CreativeCompetitionsandCreative
MinistryPractices)
4. Workshopproper
5. Preparationofanoutputoftheworkshoptobeshowcasedinthetalentsnight.
6. Sharingofsomeparticipantsofhowtheyfeelabouttheworkshop
7. Closingprayer
SPEAKERSPROFILE:(togivetheexhortationtalk)
1. AYFCLeaderwhoglorifiesGodthroughthetalentthatheorshehas.
2. Heorsheshouldnotjustbeexcellentintheskillstheywillteach,butintherelationship
withGodaswell.
3. Heorsheshouldbeatleastahouseholdhead.
WORKSHOPDYNAMICS:
1. After lunch, the team leader/chosen speaker will gather the participants and give this
short30minuteexhortation.ItwillbeginwithanAVPtoshowcasethemanydifferent
talentsinYFC.
2. Afterthetalk,therewillbeashortprayertoofferthetalentsofallthosepresenttothe
Lord.
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3. Aftertheprayer,theworkshopfacilitatorswillbeintroduced.Theparticipantswillthen
beaskedtogototheirworkshopgroups.Thebasisforthegroupingsisbasedonapre
registrationdoneatthebeginningofthecamp.Preregistrationisdoneasfollows:
During registration period: There should be a list of workshops available.
Participantswillbeaskedtolistdowninapieceofpaperthetopthree(rating
according to priority from 13, 1 as being the highest and 3 as the lowest)
workshops they would want to join in. (see Appendix for Sample Registration
Form)
BeforelunchoftheseconddayoftheDiscoverycamp:Theteamwillassigneach
participanttoaspecificworkshopbasingonthechoicestheyhaveinthepieceof
papertheywrotein.Eachworkshopshouldhavemoreorlessanequalnumber
of participants. The top choices should be a first priority. In cases where a
certainworkshopishighlyfavouredthantherest,thesecondandthirdchoices
should be considered. The household heads of the participants could give
advices as well as to where they believe the talents could be best discovered,
developedandenhanced.
DuringlunchoftheseconddayoftheDiscoverycamp:Aftertheteamdiscusses
towhichworkshopeachparticipantwillparticipatein,afurnishedlistofthese
shallbepostedfortheparticipantsknowledge.
4. Workshop proper will last for 3 1/2 hours. Here is a menu of the workshops and the
basicprincipleforotherworkshops:
Danceatouchofinterpretative,jazz,andhiphop.Ifthediscoverycamp
involvesseveralchaptersinit,thedanceworkshopcouldbefurtherdivided
intothreegroups,namely,thosegenresmentionedabove.
Music:Chorale
Music:SoloSinging
Music:Band
PraiseandFashion:Modelling
PraiseandFashion:DesigningClothes
Acting:Gag
Documentation
VideoEditing
Production(EventsManagement)
Theteamcandeliberateonothertalentsworkshopthatcanbegiven.There
shouldbethreeelementsthatarepresent(1)interesting,(2)fun,and(3)
Godwillbeglorified.
Note:Forexample,therealotofYFCsintheareawhoareinterestedinmixing
music,theteamcanexploreonhavingthatasaworkshopLetGodCreatetheMusic.
OriftherealotofYFCswhoareinterestedinsurfingandtheDiscoveryCampisdoneina
beach,theteamcanexploreonhavingasurfingworkshopRidingtheWaveswiththe
Maker.
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5. Theoutputofthetalentsworkshopisatalentnighttoshowcaseanoutputeachgroup
has prepared. The production team for the program will be those coming from the
productionworkshop.Thedocumentationworkshopcanfurnishavideofeaturingthe
rehearsalsandthepicturestakenintheearlierpartsoftheDiscoverycamp.Theothers
willshowcasetheirtalentsasthenumbersoftheprogram.
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ONLYTHEBESTFORJESUS
YFCDISCOVERYCAMPCREATIVEWORKSHOPS
EXHORTATIONTALK
I. INTRODUCTION
God made each person special, thus each one is unique. One way that
differentiatesusfromeachotherisourtalents.Whenusedaccordingtotheirpurpose,
itcouldtrulybeawayofbringingoutGodsplaninourlives.Ontheotherhand,itcan
breakusifwedontseektounderstandtheirpurpose.
II. THEPURPOSEOFOURTALENTS
Thingsweneedtorealizeaboutourtalents:
a. Allofushavetalents
Thesetalentscouldbeinperformingarts(dance,music,fashion,acting,
visual arts and production management) or in academics or in dealing with
people.Thesearetobediscovered,developedandenhanced.
b. Ourtalentsweregivenasgifts
1. We did not do anything to be beautiful. We may have developed our
talent but there was something there to begin with. It was God who
plantedtheseinus.ButGodisgivingusthatfreedomtomakeitbloom.
2. Our talent can disappear as easily as we received it. One accident or
illness can take away our talent as fast and as easily as God gave it.
Therefore,maximizeeveryopportunitythereistouseit.
c. Ourtalentsweregivenforapurpose
1. Talentsallowustobeexcellent.Indevelopingthem,wearebeingtaught
valuessuchasdetermination,patienceandcreativity.
2. Talents help us to be pure by giving opportunities for a lifestyle away
fromvicessuchasdrugs,smokingandalcohol.
3. Weknowthisbecauseourtalentshavealifespan.Youwillnotalwaysbe
pretty,orquickorstrong.
4. If we hang on to our talent only for its sake, it will only depress us
because we know it will someday end. This will eventually make us
insecure.Thisiswhatleadsmanytalentedpeopleintodrugs,alcoholism,
needforsexualpromiscuity.
d. Ourtalentsweregiventoblessothers
1. TalentsweregivenbyGodtoshareandbeofhelptoothers.
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2. Whenwerealizethis,insteadofbeingdepressed,wemakethemostof
the short time we will have our talent and seek to bless and inspire
othersbecauseofthis.
3. We know this because the people who have given the most are the
happiest.Sharingourselvestoothersbringsusfulfillment.
4. Our reward is that even when our talent fades it lives on in the people
weveinspired.
III. CONCLUSION
This afternoon, we will try to use our talents in ways that make other people
happy not just ourselves. Ironically though, because of this, we will find that we
becomeevenhappier.
ACTIVITY
1. Afterthetalk,leadthegroupinto aprayerofofferingbacktotheLordallthetalents
andskillsthatHehasgivenus.
2. Thesong,Lord,IOfferbywillbesungasaprayer.
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APPENDIXA:CREATIVEWORKSHOPS
DANCEWORKSHOP
I. ORIENTATION:
Theobjectiveisbasicallytosetthebodyinmotion. Theseriesofactivitieswill
not only teach basic movements but also help stimulate the mind to make the whole
body(includingthefacialexpressions)moveaccordingly.
Danceisanart;anexpression.Onemustlearnthatyoudancewhatyouareor
whatyouhavebecome,notmerelywhatyouwishtoconvey.
II. REQUIREMENTS
1. Venue Ideally, indoors with mirrors and wooden floor, really spacious, and
conduciveforlearningdifferenttechniques/routines.Also,thevenuemustbewell
ventilatedandwelllit.
2. Radio(CDplayer/karaoke)
3. MusicHavevariouskindsofmusic,fromupbeattoslow.Makesurethereareno
foullanguagesorvulgarwordsinthelyrics.
4. MedicalKit
5. Water(lotsofit)
6. Attire Jogging pants/ Jazz pants, Shirts, socks and rubber shoes. No shorts, skirts,
andrevealing/vulgarclothes.Bringextratowelsand/ortissue.
7. Choreographer
8. Costumes and/or Props (if possible) Hats, scarves, coats, skirts, trousers, sticks,
monoblockchairs,etc.
9. Videosofdances(alsoifpossible;inwhichcase,youwillneedaTVoranLCD)
III. WARMUPANDSTRETCHING
IV. ACTIVITY1:SPELLINGBEE
Objective:Toexplorethedifferentpossibilitiesofmovement.
Mechanics:Prepareshortwordsorphrasesinpiecesofpaper.Choosewordsthatare
related to our thrust of creative evangelization (i.e. Jesus is alright). Group the
participants. Let each group pick a paper. Their task is to spell out the letters of the
word/susingdancesteps.Demonstrateifyoumust.Thequestiontoaskis:howwould
youshow,sayanA,throughadancestep?Remindthemthatthegoalistoexplore
thecountlesspossibilitiesofmovementsotheyshouldthinkofdifferentmovementsfor
lettersthatappearmorethanonce.Ofcourse,theyshouldbeabletoconnectthesteps
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for each letter in one fluid motion/presentation (meaning, they must not pause after
each letter). In the end, they must be able to create a short dance from the phrase.
Presentittotherest.
Processing: The body is one amazing thing. God has blessed the body with countless
possibilitiesformovement.Youareonlylimitedbyyourownimagination.Sodontbe
afraid to move; to explore. Some dancers/choreographers become predictable in a
sensebecausetheyjustdosimilarstepsindifferentdancers.Explore!Theresalotmore
toourbodiesthanwhatwethink.
ThisexerciseisalsodonetohelpstressthepointthatinYCOMEVENTS,wearealready
part of the message. Every step must speak of Gods message. As
choreographers/dancers, we must be able to communicate the message through our
steps. Dont just do steps. Think about every step. Does it speak of the message? (Of
course,itdoesntmeanwehavetoliterallyspelloutthemessage.)
V. ACTIVITY2:FEELTHEBEAT
Objective:Stressouttheimportanceofinternalizationofthecharacterandtheoverall
feel/moodofadance.
Mechanics:Teachtheparticipantsaseriesofsteps,say48s.Trytoincludeavarietyof
steps:hiphoptojazz,bigtosmall,etc.Trythewholeroutinewithanyparticularsong.
Oncetheygetusedwiththesteps,getadifferentmusic(maybeasloweroneorafaster
one)onethathasatotallydifferentmoodfromtheoriginalmusic.Makethemimagine
and/or internalize the overall mood of the new music. Make them close their eyes if
necessary.Then,playthenewmusicagainandthistime,theyhavetodancethesame
stepsagainbutinawaythatisaccordingtotherhythmandmoodofthenewmusicor
at least as to how they visualized it. Try this exercise in 34 different types/genre of
music.
Processing: Different music requires different movement and expression. Internalize.

Feeltherhythm.Feeleverybeat.Feelwhatthelyricssay.Showitinyourmovement,in
yourfacialexpression,eveninyoureyes.Doesntjustbethedancer;bethedance!This
way,wecanbebettercommunicatingthemessagebecauseeverypartofusspeaksof
it.Remember,indance,ourbodiesareourinstruments.
VI. TIPSFORTRAINERS/CHOREOGRAPHER
1. Alwaysstartandendwithaprayer.
2. Stress 3 major rules before you actually go to the activities: (1) the
choreographerisalwaysright;(2)thereisnoroomformediocrity;doyourbest
ineverything;andlastly(3)enjoy!
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3. Establishdiscipline.Setwaterbreaksinbetween.Onlythencantheychecktheir
cellphonesordoanythingelse(exceptforemergency).
4. It is important to clear out the instructions. Demonstrate whenever necessary,
especiallyforwarmupandstretching.Donotmakethemdosomethingyou,as
choreographer, cannot do. Ideally, the exercises intensify every
meeting/practice.
5. Always check on them so that you can correct anything that needs to be
corrected. Correct in a loving manner. Never hesitate to compliment and
encourage.Remember,wearebrothersandsistershere.
6. Setanexamplefordisciplineandpassion.Comeontime.Trytofinishontime.
7. Givevenuesforquestionsand/orclarifications.Alwaysprocesstheactivities.Ask
thequestions.Knowwhattheyhavetosay.Beopentolearnfromeachother.
8. Setalightandjoyfulatmosphere.Begenerousenoughtosharealaughortwo.
9. Gettoknowtheparticipantspersonally.Atleastgettoknowtheirnames.
10. NeverforgetGod.
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ACTINGWORKSHOP
I. ORIENTATION
Inacting,justlikeindance,theactorsinstrumentishimself.Hemustalwaysbe
in touch with himself. The series of activities in this workshop aims to help the
participants do just that. Through the activities, we aim to help the participants know
more about themselves, explore actions and expressions to help them be more
expressive,andhopefullybeeffectivecommunicators,onstageoroffstage.
II. REQUIREMENTS
1. Venue Ideally, indoors with mirrors really spacious and conducive for learning.
Also,thevenuemustbewellventilatedandwelllit.
2. Radio(CDplayer/karaoke)
3. MusicMusicofvarioustypes.Choosethosethatmaysetdifferentmoods.Make
suretherearenofoullanguagesorvulgarwordsinthelyrics.
4. MedicalKit
5. Water(ifpossible)
6. Attire Any comfortable attire from which the participants could move easily. No
shorts, skirts, and revealing/vulgar clothes. Bring extra towels and/or tissue if
possible.
7. Costumes and/or Props (if possible) Hats, scarves, coats, skirts, trousers, sticks,
monoblockchairs,toys,etc.
III. THREEMAJORRULES
1. Respect.Onebigproblemyouwill encounteratthestartisthatmost participants

feelvulnerableandshy.Theyareafraidtobejudgedortoberidiculed.Emphasize
respect.Weareallbrothersandsisters,andwearetheretolearn.Letthemknow
thatmorethananything,theyaresupported.
2. Participate.Howmuchtheywouldgetfromtheworkshopwillverywelldependon
how much they would give. Inspire creativity. Encourage them to explore. Remind
themalwaystogive100%.
3. Enjoy.Laugh,learntogether,andgettoknowfriends.Itsadynamicworkshop.Have
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IV. ACTIVITY1:NAMEGAME
Objective:Tointroduceoneselfandtogettoknowtherestofthegroup.
Mechanics:Geteveryonetoformabigcircle.Eachmustintroducehim/herself:name,
etc and have each onedo an action as he/she introduceshim/herself. The rest of the
groupwillgreethim/herback(i.e.hello____!)whiledoingthesameaction.Dothese
tilleveryonegettointroducehim/herself.
Processing:Actorsareteamlayers.We,inYFCareallteamplayers.Gettoknowyour
team mates. Get your bodies warmed up as well. Your action might help others
rememberyournamebetter.
V. ACTIVITY2:INTERNALIZATION
Objective:Todevelopphysicalcharacterization
Mechanics:
PART1:MUKHAMO!
1. Havetheparticipantssitdowninacomfortableposition.Askthemtofaceinfront
andfocusatanypointinfront.Thatwillbetheirfocalpoint.Theyaretofocuson
theirfocalpointsalways.Makethemstaythatwaywhileyouexplaintherestofthe
instructions.
2. You will be giving them situations. Ask them to close their eyes. Elaborate on the
situationsothattheymayvisualizeitclearlybutallowroomforexploration.
3. Sample situation: you are in your favorite place. We dont know where that is.
Maybe youre in a beach, or maybe you are in Paris. Just imagine yourself I your
favoriteplace.Imaginewhatyouaredoing,whoyouarewith,whoarethepeople
around,whatcanbeseenaroundyou.
4. Their task is to show ONLY THROUGH THEIR FACES what they are feeling in that
situation.Theycanmovetheireyes,mouth,nose,ears,etcbuttherestofthebody
mustremainrelaxed.Givethemasignalforthemtoopentheireyesandoncethey
do,theyshouldfocusontheirfocalpointsandperformthetask(theywillhaveto
focusontheirfocalpointssoastoreducehesitationsinactingouttheexpressions
as well as to prevent them from looking around or looking at what the others are
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5. Givedifferentsituationsthatwouldcalldifferentfeelingsandmoods.Addmusicon
thebackgroundsoastohelpthemvisualizethesceneandputthemselvesonthat
scene.
Processing: Powerful and effective acting is being able to relay to the audience the
situations/circumstances around and the mood of the scene even by using the face
alone.Itshouldbeseenevenontheeyesalone.Givenlimitedresourcesorinstances,an
actor must be able to really put himself in that situation and communicate it firstly
throughtheface.
PART2:DODAMOVE!
1. Thisartismoredynamic.Thisrequireseveryonetousethewholebodytoportraya
characterand/orascene.Theparticipantsaretoclosetheireyesortheycoulduse
blindfolds.
2. Thistime,theywillbegiventhingsoranimalstoactout.Again,atfirsttheyareto
closetheireyesandvisualizethecharacterandthescene.Attheworkshopgivers
signal,theystarttoactouttheircharacterand/ortheirscene.Theycanuseanypart
ofthebody.Theycanstandandwalktoutilizethearea.Givethemafewminutes
andbeforeopeningtheireyes,tellthemtoholdaposeorfreezeintheirlastaction.
Tellthemtolookaroundandseeotherslastposes.
3. Ex.Iwantyoutothinkyouareanicecream.Thinkofwhatkindoficecreamyouare.
Youmaybeinacone.Youmaybeanicedrop.Whateveryouare,imagineyouare
anicecreaminahotsummerday.Atthecountof3,youcanstartmoving.1..2..3..
Processing.Processingcomesrightaftereachitem.Askafewwhattheywerefeeling;
why they moved the way they did. Commend those that caught your attention, if
possible; ask them to show the others what he/she did. Stress that internalization
requiresforyouforgetthatyouareyouandstartadoptingthecharacterand/orscene.
Mere pretension is not enough. When you start to think of you as notyou but the
objectgiven,youstarttothinkoraskIamanicecreaminahotsummerday.WhatdoI
looklike?Whatishappeningtome?HowdoImove?
VI. ACTIVITY3:ONEWORD!
Objective:Triggercreativejuicesinmakingastoryand/orasceneoutofaword.
Mechanics:Setupasinglemonoblockchairinthemiddleoftheroom.Thisactivityis
simplebutquitetricky.Theparticipantswillbegiven1word(i.e.HINDIorNO).Each
persontakesonthehotspotanddeliverstheline:hindiornoinvariouswaysthey
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canthinkof.Theycanutilizethechair.Trytoestablishthesceneand/orthecharacter
outoftheword.Afteraroundandallhadtheirchanceinthehotspot,giveanother
word.Choosewordsfromwhichseveralscenesmaybedone(i.e.oo,hindi,bakit?,
tama,etc).
Processing:Thereareendlesswaysand/ormannersofdeliveringaline(evenifitjustbe
aonewordline).Explore!Imaginethescene.Liveoutthescene.Onlywhenyouknow
theexactsituationandeverythingthatisinvolvedinthatsituationcanyoudeliverthe
lineseffectively.
VII. ACTIVITY4:INPAIRS!
Objective:Developspontaneityandallowthemtoworkwithapartner.
Mechanics:Dividethewholegroupintotwo.Havethemdividethemselvesfurtherinto
pairs.Thebasicinstructionistocreateashortskitgivencertainrestrictions.Thepairsin
group1willcreateashortskitbutbothcharacterswillonlyhavethesewordsorthisline
intheirscript:thisisit!Group2,ontheotherhand,mustcreateaskitbuttheirlines
mustalwaysbeinquestionform.
Ex.A:Hey,whythelongface?
B:Haventyouheard?
A:What?Whatisit?
B:HowcouldyounothaveheardthatIjustlostmyfavoriteearrings?
Processing: Explore. Utilize the few resources you have. Turn the restrictions into
advantages.Thinkfastandlearntobeateamplayer.Communicatewithyourpartner.
Trytoleadeachother.
VIII.
ACTIVITY4:PAINTMEAPICTURE
Objective: Develop teamplayer attitudes while stirring imagination and group

characterization.
Mechanics: Divide into groups, ideally 67 per group. As a whole group, they must
depictasinapicturetheitemsthatwillbeaskedbytheworkshopgiver.Notethatthey
willbeaskedtodepictnotsituationsbutitems/things.
Ex.Workshopgiversays:paintmeapictureofanelectricfan
Thegroupswillbegivenalimitedtimetobeanelectricfan.Attheendofthetime,
thegroupswillfreezeandtheworkshopgiveranalyzeseachgroup.
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Processing:Anactorisateamplayer.Onemustlearnhowtojiveinthegroupforthe
group to function as one and move for one purpose. Each has his/her own role. No
matterhowsmall,eachonemustdotheirpartforthegrouptoachievetheirpurpose.
IX. ACTIVITY5:TAHDAH!
Objective: Develop spontaneity and induce creativity in every individual as part of a

group.
Mechanics:Divideintogroups,ideally810personspergroup.Agrouptakesthestage,
onegroupatatime.Amemberofthegroupstartsbystrikingapose.Thenextmember
comes in and strikes a different pose. The rest of the members follow, one at a time.
Theideaforthegroupistoformasculpturesoeverymembersposemustcontribute
to the sculpture. This is rather difficult since the group must not have previous
discussionaboutwhatsculpturetodo.
Processing: Discuss the sculpture. What is it? Who/what is that person there? Were
they able to join in a distinct sculpture or is the sculpture disjoined? Remember our
rolesbeingteamplayers.Gettoknowthegroupsothatevenwithoutpriordiscussions,
youcangetintothegroup.Exerciseeachotherscreativityandspontaneity.
X. ACTIVITY6:MACHINE
Objective:Teachtheparticipantstodealwithinstinctsandfeelingsaswellasthevalue
ofworkingcohesivelyasateam.
Mechanics: Any member of a group may start by making a repetitive rhythmic

movementwithasound.Anynextmembermayjoininbydoingamovementofhis/her
ownbuthe/shemustmoveandsoundinsynctotheonethatcamebeforehim/her.At
theend,thegroupmustbeabletocreateamachine,movinginrhythmicmotionand
sound.
Processing: Discuss: what they were feeling, what they were thinking. Ask for their
strategy if they had one. Again, stress the importance of being unique but playing as
partofateam.
XI. TIPSFORDIRECTORS:
1. Alwaysstartandendwithaprayer.
2. Alwaysencourage.RemindtheactorsthatGoddeservesnothingbutthebestsowe
oughttogiveourbest.
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PRAISEANDFASHIONWORKSHOP
I. ORIENTATION
PraiseandFashionisnotavenuefordesignerstosellorpromotetheirclothes,
norisitavenueforselfglorification.Wemustrememberthatourmainpurposeisstill
evangelization. The series of activities in this workshop aims to help the participants
rediscover their self and their beauty, as well as to stimulate their creativity in
evangelizingothersthroughfashion.PraiseandFashionaimstoshowcaseChristiansas
winnersbeautifulandfunloving,notboring,weirdoesorpoordressersaswhatothers
think.
II. REQUIREMENTS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
VenueIdeally,indoorswithmirrorsreallyspaciousandconduciveforlearning.Also,
thevenuemustbewellventilatedandwelllit.
Radio(CDplayer/karaoke)
MusicMusicofvarioustypes.Choosethosethatmaysetdifferentmoods.Make
suretherearenofoullanguagesorvulgarwordsinthelyrics.
Water(ifpossible)
Materials/Props Hats, scarves, coats, plain shirts, painting materials, sewing
materials,sequins,beads,scissors,coloredpapers,glue,etc.
III. ACTIVITY1:STRIKEAPOSE!
Objective: To allow the participants rediscover their inner beauty, confidence, and
creativityincharacterization.
Mechanics:Startwithtechniquespractice.Teachthemabasicroutine.Thendivideinto
groups.Haveeachgrouppickapaperwithascenewrittenonit.Thebasicinstructionis
todotheroutineandendupwithaposethatwillcreatethescene.
Pickscenesthatcallfordifferentcharacterizationsandattitudes.Allowthemtochoose
theirownmusicandwearcostumesoraccessoriesiftheywantto.Paycloseattention
totheirposes.Letthemrelaxandenjoytheactivity.Thoughyoushouldstressthatthey
arestillmodelscreatingascenethroughtheirposessotheystillhavetoputalotof
thought to their poses, this activity is to allow them to feel comfortable about
themselvesandallowthemtorediscovertheirbeautywhatever,whenever,wherever.
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Processing:Howdidtheygothroughwiththeactivity?Howdidtheycomeupwiththe
poses? Remember, general rule is that if they feel comfortable, it must look good on
them.
IV. ACTIVITY2:JAZZITUP!
Objective: Have them present YFC and and/or Gods messages through fashion
(apparels,accessories,etc.)
Mechanics: Given a certain theme/message and a number of materials, they are to

create apparels and/or accessories which they are to present afterwards. Choose
themesthatareaccordingtoourpurposeorcreativeevangelism(100%Free,GK,etc.).
Processing: How did they go through in utilizing the materials they have? Remember,
spreading Gods love and messages need not be expensive. You just have to be
innovative.
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APPENDIXB:
DISCOVERYCAMPSAMPLESCRIPT
Date:__________________________
Venue:__________________________
Time
Activity
Day1
05:00pm Calltime
ServiceTeamWorship
06:00pm ArrivalandRegistration
07:00pm
08:00pm
08:30pm
08:45pm
09:00pm
09:45pm
10:15pm
11:00pm
11:15pm
11:30pm
Day2
07:00am
08:00am
Dinner
GatheringandGames
EveningWorship
OrientationTalk
Sounds
Visual
PIC
ServiceTeam
CannedMusic/Live
Band
CannedMusic
LiveBand
WorshipSongs
Lyrics/Dynamics
Lyrics
Orientation
Visuals
Session1:ThroughtheFathersEyes
SessionVisuals
Activity:WhoamI?
ReflectionSong/s
ActivityVisuals
GroupSharing
ReflectionSong/s
Group Discussion
Questions
Announcement of Next Days
Announcement
ScheduleandHouseRules
Visuals
CleanUp
Lightsout
Breakfast
CannedMusic
GatheringandWorship
LiveBand/ Worship Lyrics
Songs
Remarks
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08:30am
09:30am
10:00am
10:30am
11:15am
11:30am
Talk2:PerfectMoments
Activity:FamilyPortrait
ReflectionSong/s
PrayOverSession
ReflectionSong/s
Talk3:FriendsforLife
Activity: Carry my Burden/Pat on ReflectionSong/s

theBack
GroupDiscussion
ReflectionSong/s
12:30pm
01:30pm
02:00pm
Lunch
GatheringandGames
Exhortation:CreativeWorkshops
LiveBand
02:30pm
05:30pm
06:30pm
07:30pm
08:00pm
08:30pm
10:00pm
CreativeWorkshops
Break/CleanUp
Dinner
Gathering/Games
Activity
Talk4:TrueLoveWaits
GroupDiscussion:Boys/Girls
CannedMusic
CannedMusic
LiveBand
LiveBand
ReflectionSong/s
10:30pm
11:30pm
12:00mn
Day3
07:00am
08:00am
09:00am
09:30am
10:30am
Party/CreativePresentations
CleanUp
LightsOut
Breakfast
SundayMass
Gathering/TeamBuildingActivity
Talk5:FreetoChoose
Praisefest
SeeSeparatescript
CannedMusic
MassSongs
LiveBand
PraisefestSongs
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SessionVisuals
ActivityVisuals
SessionVisuals
ActivityVisuals
Group Discussion
Questions
Exhortation
Visuals
WorkshopVisuals
ActivityVisuals
SessionVisuals
Discussion Group
Questions
Seeseparatescript
MassVisuals
ActivityVisuals
SessionVisuals
Lyrics
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10:45am
11:00am
Announcements and Leave for

Home
HomeSweetHome
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Announcement
CannedMusic
APPENDIXC:
DISCOVERYCAMPSAMPLESCRIPT(ENIGHT)
Time
10:30pm
10:40pm
10:45pm
11:00pm
11:05pm
11:10pm
11:20pm
11:25pm
11:30pm
Activity
VO or Emcees Call out everyone:
everybody,getreadytoparty!!!
OpeningNumber:(DanceorBand)
TalentShowcaseNumber1
EmceeSpiels:heyhey,tonightisour
night. Have you seen our opening
number, whoa. But wait there is
moretocome.Tonightwillbeabout
how great God is. The talents that
hehasgivenus.Andmorethanthat
thelifethathehasgivenus
Game1
Talentshowcasenumber2
Talentshowcasenumber3
Game2
TalentShowcasenumber4
ClosingPrayer
CleanUp
Sounds
Visual
PIC
Remarks
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APPENDIXD:
DISCOVERYCAMPREGISTRATIONFROM
Venue :_______________________
Date :_______________________
NameofHouseholdHead
HouseholdMembers
Name
Age
ContactNumbers EmailAddress
1.
PriorityCreativeWorkshop
1
2
3
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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Objective: Develop teamplayer attitudes while stirring imagination and group

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