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Y.O.U. (Grades 9 - 12)

YOU Sunday experience is open to teens ages 14 to 18 years. This group is the place where teens come together to connect with other teens in a safe and welcoming environment. They explore spiritual principles in a fun and meaningful way. All Y.O.U. activities are designed to promote three goals: spiritual enfoldment, service, and spiritual fellowship. While it is a youth-led group, adult sponsors provide assistance, input and steady guidance. Aside from Sunday meetings, lock-ins and service events, Y.O.U participants have the opportunity to travel to regional rallies and the internationally attended annual Y.O.U. conferences. YOU teens meet in Classroom E on Sunday mornings. The entrance to this classroom is located on the far side of the preschool playground.

February Sunday Lesson Theme: Divine Order
We are continuing the theme "Discover the Power Within You" which focuses on the 12 most-requested prayer needs received by Silent Unity. During the month of Febnuary we will focus on the concept of Divine Order. Teens will continue exploring relationships through trust-building exercises.

February 5: Uniteen Life Issues: Navigating through Change
February 12: Teens on the Quest: Surrender
February 19: Teens on the Quest: Law of Mind Action
February 26: Teens on the Quest: Law of Mind Action

What is the Mission of YOU?
Through the enthusiasm and dedication our teens, YOU Sponsors and Youth staff, YOU at Unity Temple has grown into a vibrant and beautiful community of teens. This growth is the result of focusing on four fundamental goals:

1. Spirit:
The primary focus of the Unity YOU Ministry programs is to offer the youth an experience with a spiritual focus. All activities are designed to create a balance of spiritual study, prayer, service and social interaction. The weekly spiritual lesson is offered to assist teens in understanding spiritual laws and their practical application into daily life.

2. Service:
Teens conduct service projects to assist our church and community. A service project is a donation (tithe) of time, love and energy to accomplish good through the service to others. We give thanks for these opportunities!

3. Social:
Celebrate life and play! Living in the NOW MOMENT is a joyful consciousness when teens are gathered in a group. These experiences provide an opportunity to build relationships, self-esteem and interact with others of like-mind.

4. Skills:
The goal of YOU is "You do it". Teens are guided to assume personal and group responsibility for all projects and goals. YOU Sponsors mentor teens as they develop leadership skills and confidence.

Y.O.U. Sponsors

Cindy Ormsby	Cindy Ormsby is our new co-head sponsor for Y.O.U. program. Cindy was born and raised in Kansas City, Kansas. She attended University of Kansas, majoring in Applied Psychology. Cindy served as an intern for Social Rehabilitative Services while in college. Her endeavor was to work as liaison between troubled teens, school, parents, and the Douglas County Courts. She earned her Master’s degrees in Clinical and Counseling Psychology and in Business Administration from University of St. Mary’s. She is a member of the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, ASPCA, and enjoys photography, travel, and scuba diving. Cindy currently is working at The Plaza Academy as a counselor, Accreditation Manager of school improvement, and as a Marketing Director for Midwest Open Imaging. In regards to being spiritually fed, Cindy reported: “Unity is so peaceful. Y.O.U. is such a great experience that unfolds before me. It is a time to meditate, reflect, and apply positive principles to live by. This is definitely a place of spiritual growth; surrounded by love, fun, and authenticity”.
Mark Clavely	Mark Clavey has been a sponsor of the Youth Of Unity (Y.O.U.) since 2007, when he began attending Unity Temple on the Plaza. Mark grew up in Baltimore, MD. After serving as an Engineer in the Army, he came to Independence in 1980 and began a career as a Business Applications Developer. He is also a professional musician, performing across the country and internationally with Kansas City’s Celtic band Tullamore. Mark grew up in the Community of Christ (RLDS) church, and was an ordained minister there before leaving the church to pursue a study of religion and philosophy. He is a senior leader in the Landmark community in Kansas City, and is inspired equally by the message of empowerment, choice, and action in that work as well as in Unity’s teachings. Mark has worked with youth all his life – leading the senior-high youth-group in the C of C church, and coaching JO volleyball programs in Independence. “A group for youth, led by youth – Y.O.U. is the place, for any teen, to find love, acceptance and friendship; fun and fellowship; and uplifting principles and spiritual growth.”