Jr. Youth Spiritual Empowerment Group at Rigden

What a gift to have an empowered group of Junior Youth serving in the Rigden Farm Neighborhood. Currently there are several Junior Youth who are currently working toward the betterment of this community through service. The following is a little more information on the goals and focus of this dynamic group of young people.

The period between the ages of 11 to 14 represents a special time in the life of an individual, for it is during these years that he or she leaves childhood behind and undergoes profound change. Engaging junior youth in programs that seek to enhance their spiritual and intellectual capacities will prepare them to participate effectively in the affairs of their communities.

Groups of 10 to 15 junior youth are formed and facilitated by trained animators, who serve as mentors and role models. The themes the participants will be studying are cooperation, unity, service to humanity, truthfulness, striving for excellence in their lives and for the community, and justice.

Spiritual Empowerment is achieved in Junior Youth by:
       • developing their spiritual perception
       • enhancing their power of expression

The Junior Youth Spiritual Empowerment Program aims to:
       • assist them to recognize the moral issues underlying everyday decisions and identify the
       moral  implications of speech and action
       • empower them to channel their energies towards both strengthening their own character and to
       serving their community
      • building a sound moral structure

The Junior Youth group at Rigden meet weekly on Friday evenings. As summer approaches we will be getting together 2 times a week for service projects, study and recreation. 

All Junior Youth ages from 11- 14 are welcome. Please contact Jessica with any questions, (970)581-5583 or lanikamalphoto@yahoo.com

In addition, community members are welcome and invited to assist with the Jr. Youth. There is a need for new animators and assistants.