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Lead Worship at Pilgrimage<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Youth leadership is central to Pilgrimage. The NC Conference Committee on Youth Ministries defines the direction of each annual event. Youth leaders of the Conference participate in the event planning process, as well as serve as worship leaders during the Pilgrimage weekend.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Youth, you’re invited to participate in the event as a worship leader through sharing your story, creative arts gifts, serving in the House Band, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Countdown<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline: September 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10 \u2026 9 \u2026 8 \u2026 7. Lead attendees in a countdown to kick off a General Session. 10 members of a youth group will lead a dynamic 10-second countdown at the beginning of each General Session. Any group is invited to participate!
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Creative Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline: September 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opportunities are available through Dance, Song, Skit, pre-recorded Video, or other! Groups are encouraged to submit their interpretation of the Theme<\/a> through the creative arts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Groups with any creative interpretation of the Theme are invited to participate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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House Band<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline: August 16, 2025 at 11:59 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pilgrimage House Band serves as the musical leadership for the four worship sessions during Pilgrimage. The members of the House Band are selected through an application and audition process in early August and will gather for a retreat and rehearsals before the Pilgrimage weekend. Youth who have a musical talent are invited to audition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Share Your Story<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline: September 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Youth stories are continuously regarded as the best part of General Sessions. Do you have a faith story to share that will encourage others as they engage with the Theme<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Scripture Reading<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deadline: September 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scripture breaks walls and barriers, and speaks to many in their native languages. In addition to scripture being read in English, youth leaders share scripture in an alternate language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Youth that speak a language other than English are invited to participate!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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