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Life Teen Training Convention

  • Life Teen Training Convention, 2010
  • Life Teen Training Convention, 2010
  • Life Teen Training Convention, 2010
  • Life Teen Training Convention, 2010
  • Life Teen Training Convention, 2010

June 13-16, 2010

Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort Scottsdale, AZ

1. Overview

The playing field of Catholic youth ministry is changing, and we are too! We’re not content to just celebrate 25 years of what God has done; the 2010 Life Teen Training Convention is going to be all new as we turn our eyes and hearts forward to catch a glimpse of what the Holy Spirit is doing in the Church and in the Life Teen movement.

Our entire Life Teen Staff will be on hand to share what we’re seeing and hearing out there in parishes and within teen culture. With training tracks specifically designed for those new to Life Teen and Edge, and all new training designed for youth ministry veterans, the Convention literally has something for everyone!

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2. Sessions

Just a few of the topics we’re unveiling this June include:

  • Rock-solid Catechesis: Insuring depth without sacrificing interest
  • Danger Zone: the NEVERS of Middle School Ministry
  • On the same Key? Training your musicians to be music Ministers
  • The Road Less Traveled: Taking Edge kids deeper
  • Grading on a curve: Critical questions to ask when evaluating your Ministry
  • Now What? Involving teens after graduation
  • Got a minute? The Top 10 questions (and answers) of comprehensive Catholic Youth Ministry
  • All the right notes: Leading music versus leading worship
  • Solving the Mystery: Why programs fail
  • Dealing with drama: navigating the everyday waters of adolescents
  • LOL: Incorporating more fun and more media into your youth ministries
  • Timeless Classics: Introducing teens to traditional Catholic prayers

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3. Speakers


  • Steve Allgeyer

    Vice President of Ministry Development, Life Teen


  • Audrey Assad

    Musician


  • Kori Baker

    Communications Director,

    Life Teen


  • Mary Bielski

    Special Projects Coordinator, Life Teen


  • Lisa Epperson

    Resource Director,

    Life Teen


  • Mark Hart

    Executive Vice President,

    Life Teen


  • Katie Heller

    Resource Assistant,

    Life Teen


  • Bishop Robert Hermann

    Auxilary Bishop

    of St. Louis


  • Greg Iwinski

    Web Content Editor,

    Life Teen


  • Brian Johnson

    Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry in Houston, Texas


  • Matt Maher

    Musician


  • Ike Ndolo

    Musician


  • Eric Porteous

    Director of Direct Contact,

    Life Teen


  • Danny Ray

    Christian Illusionist


  • Randy Raus

    President, Life Teen


  • Bob Rice

    Professor at Franciscan University


  • Fr. Bob Schreiner

    Diocese of Crookston, MN


  • Matt Smith

    Director of Web Ministries, Life Teen


  • Tricia Tembreull

    Start-up Coordinator, Life Teen

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3. Convention Details

  • Date: June 13-16, 2010
  • Location:
    5401 North Scottsdale Road
    Scottsdale, AZ 85250
  • Begins: Sunday, June 13
    • Early Bird Session Registration begins at 8:00am on June 13th
    • Early Bird Session from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on June 13th
    • Regular Registration begins at 11:00am on June 13th
    • Opening Session begins at 2:00pm on June 13th
  • Ends: 12:00pm on Wednesday, June 16.
  • Costs:
    • Priests attend FREE
    • $400 (includes registration and materials, dinner Sunday, lunch/dinner Monday, lunch/dinner Tuesday)
    • $130 for an extra meal plan

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4. Registration

PLEASE READ BEFORE REGISTERING: New 2010 Life Teen Event Registration and Payment Policies To register, follow the steps below:

  1. Register Online
  2. Download Info Packet
  3. Download Participant Agreement

Cancellation Policy: Life Teen will retain $50 of the registration fee upon cancellation. There are no refunds given if you cancel less than 1 week prior to the event or for “no-shows”. To cancel, please call Tobi Ballentine: 480.820.7001

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5. Schedule

Download a PDF version of the Training Convention Schedule Schedule

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6. Hotel

Additional Lodging:

Chaparral Suites Scottsdale
5001 N Scottsdale Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85250
1/4 mile from DoubleTree

Experience the beauty and hospitality of the Southwest when you stay at Chaparral Suites Scottsdale. With a delightful mix of contemporary accommodations, and signature amenities, we offer you the best value of all hotels in Scottsdale, AZ. We are independently owned and take pride in our dedicated, multilingual staff.

Rates are $78 per night (plus tax) for a double suite (two double beds and a pull-out couch). You also receive daily continental breakfast and airport shuttle. Life Teen will provide twice daily shuttle service between the Chaparrel and the DoubleTree. Reservations are made directly with hotel by calling 1-800-528-1456. Rooms must be booked by May 30, 2010 to get rate, after that discount price is based on availability.

No occupancy as of 5/04

The Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort/Scottsdale hotel, winner of the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award, offers luxury, resort amenities, and visually stunning Sonoran Desert views on 22 acres of lush, tropical paradise in Scottsdale, Arizona. This Doubletree is just minutes from Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall (the largest mall in the Southwest), and the hundreds of shops, boutiques, galleries, and eateries in historic Old Town Scottsdale.

Rates are $78 per night (plus tax) for single/double/suite. Reservations are made directly with hotel by calling 1-800-222-8733 or 1-800-222-TREE. Rooms must be booked by May 24, 2010 to get rate, after that discount price is based on availability.

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7. Transportation

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For more details about the Life Teen Training Convention, please download the Information Packet above.

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