What is Happening?

Happening is a youth-led, three day spiritual renewal weekend.

Who is allowed to go?

Happening is open to 9th through 12th grade teenagers of any denomination. You need not be Episcopalian to attend, however you must be committed to engage in theological reflection from a Christian perspective.

Who is involved in the weekend?

Chelsea Rivero is the Lay Rector with Derby Willis as the Lay Rector-in-Training (LRIT). Rev. Rich Clark will be providing spiritual guidance. The nurse will be Kate Baumann and will administer all medicines. CeeCee Picou will be the Head Mom for the weekend along with the many other “parents” there to supervise this amazing weekend.

What do you do at Happening?

You “HAPPEN!” Happening cannot even be described in words, the only answer to that is that you will have “happened” by the end of the weekend and that is a great thing!

What to Bring?

• Pillow and blanket
• Air mattress (if preferred)
• Toiletries
• Enough clothes for a weekend
• A great attitude and an open heart

  * NOTICE: If a Candidate or Staff Member has or will have reached his or her 18th. or 21st. birthday by the Sunday of the Happening, special requirements apply. Contact the Conference Center at 985-748-6634.

  
  
  
  
  

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  Participants are required to comply with the Non-Negotiable rules listed below, and are expected to live within the Norms of Behavior developed and enforced by the Community Covenant by the Diocese of Louisiana.
  Non-Negotiable
  
  1. I will not bring or use alcohol, illegal drugs/drug paraphernalia, or tobacco products of any kind.
  2. I will respect the property, needs and integrity of others; personally sexually, and racially; and agree not to participate inany inappropriate sexual or violent behavior.
  3. I will not bring or use firearms, explosives, knives or fireworks.
  4. I will not misuse or willfully damage the property of others or the facility or grounds of the host site.
  
  Expectations
  
  1. I will be present for the entire event and participate fully in all scheduled activities including community chores.
  2. I will not leave the host site or prescribed boundaries without the permission of an adult advisor.
  3. I will respect and abide by the schedule and expectations of the design team regarding curfew, quiet times, sleeping areas, and equipment use.
  4. Once arriving at the event my vehicle will be locked and parked in a designated area for the entirety of the event.
  5. Unless used during designated times, I will not use electronic equipment during this event, including cell phones, pagers or personal stereos, etc., as it is disruptive to the community.
  6. I will bring an openness to grow in faith, meet new people, and have fun.
  
  In order to comply with legal requirements of proper permissions from parents or guardians to allow the Conference Center and Rally Staff to obtain needed medical attention for minors, and permission from Adults for similar medical attention in the event they are unable to assent to such medical attention, as well as statements from those who can attest to the Applicant’s ability to safely and properly interact with others, a separate Permission Page is included as part of the on-line Registration for this event. It must be printed out as part of the Registration process, and original signatures obtained. Completed Permissions may be mailed to the Center, or hand-carried by the participant on arrival. Failure to submit a properly executed Permission Page will absolutely preclude participation - no exceptions.
  
  Whether Registration is accomplished on-line or by mail, ALL participants and ALL members of the Staff must register and submit a properly executed Permission Page. ONLY members of the Clergy of the Diocese of Louisiana are exempted.
  
  Attendance: All participants must attend the entire event. No arriving late or leaving early.
  
  Registration Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM on Friday, February 26th.
  
  Departure Time: Noon on Sunday, February 28th.
  
  Refund Policy: Full refund if Conference Center is notified 2 weeks before Rally. Partial refund 1-2 weeks before Rally. No refund for cancellations after 1 week before Rally.
  
  Cost of Rally: $85 - Make checks payable to Solomon Episcopal Conference Center (or SECC). Optionally, you may print the Registration Form and mail it with a check. ) Mail completed form, with ALL blanks filled in, with check and fully executed Permission Page, to:
  
  The Solomon Episcopal Conference Center, 54296 Highway 445, Loranger, LA 70446
  
  STAFF: The cost for Staff members is $ 85.

  Candidates and Staff may register On-Line.
  
  If you pay with a credit card, the full cost of the Rally will be charged to the card. In the event of cancellation, the applicable refund amount, if any, will be refunded to the card.
  
  NOTE: It is absolutely necessary to print the "Permissions Page" and obtain signatures in the applicable sections. Participation cannot be allowed without it.
  
  
  
  Questions? Please contact: Rev. Rich Clark at (504)330-6368 or Email: rclark@edola.org. Scholarships available -- contact Rev. Rich.