Youth

Grade 7-12

Youth (grade 7-12) will have the opportunity to participate in two sessions with guest speakers, as well as two youth events off-campus. Details are below.

Please contact assembly2026@saintpeter.ca to register for youth events. A waiver is required for participation in off-campus events.

Youth Guest Speakers

Youth Session 1 - Wednesday, July 15 (Morning)

Elissa Bjeletich Davis is an author and podcaster whose work is focused on raising Orthodox children and on sanctification through loving service. Her relevant work includes The Art of Myrrhbearing, Blueprints for the Little Church, Welcoming the Christ Child, Tending the Garden of Our Hearts, Raising Saints, and ‘Dear Parents, You’re Not Alone’. Find information on Elissa and her work at www.elissabjeletichdavis.com.

Youth Session 2 - Thursday, July 16 (Morning)

Fr Jean-Baptiste (Penner) is a hieromonk of the Hermitage of the Annunciation, also known as Goose Chase Monastery, in New Germany, Nova Scotia. The Hermitage of the Annunciation was established in 2003 by the abbot Schema-Igumen Luc. Find out about the monastery at https://goosechasemonastery.ca.

Youth Events

Youth Event 1 - Wednesday, July 15 (Afternoon)

Youth Event 2 - Thursday, July 16 (Afternoon)

Closer to the events, we will choose 2 of the 4 options and this will be dependant on the number of youth and weather. Each event will cost approximately $50 per person, with the cost of the activity, transportation, and refreshements included. Options include:

  • Float the Bow: Start at West Baker Park boat launch and end at the Footbridge of Prince's Island Park, approximately 2-4 hours depending on river flow. The Bow River is classified as Level 1, which is defined by the American Whitewater Association as “fast-moving water with shallow spots and small waves". Cost includes a whitewater raft, PDF, and paddle.

  • The Calgary Zoo: A variety of animals, including penguins, polar bears, otters, giraffes, lemurs, and more! Areas include Wild Canada, Destination Africa, Exploration Asia, Penguin Plunge, and Prehistoric Park.

  • Calaway Park: Western Canada's Largest Outdoor Family Amusement Park with 32 rides from mild thrill to extreme thrill.

  • Westside Recreation Centre: Indoor aquatic park with wave pool, lap pool, waterslide, lazy river, hot tub, and steam room.

Please contact assembly2026@saintpeter.ca to register for youth events. A waiver is required for participation in off-campus events.