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Atlanta Territory
January 23–27, 2008
Apostolate Tracks
- ECYD Auxiliaries
- Regional Coordinators
- Challenge Club Presidents and Directive Team members
- (tracks offered per mission: Club President, formation coordinator, apostolate coordinator, etc.)
- ECYD Lay Spiritual Guides
- Young Regnum Christi Section Assistants and Group Leaders
- Pure Fashion Coordinators
- K4J Formators
- Vocation Action Network
- YTM Mission Coordinators
Accommodations
The convention will be held at the Queen of the Family Retreat Center in Oxford, Michigan. All participants are expected to stay at the retreat center. Rooms are on a first come, first serve basis. Room rates are based on 4 nights of lodging. We will not be able to pro-rate rooms or give discounts to those who may not be attending the convention the whole time.
Queen of the Family Retreat Center
751 Drahner Rd, Oxford, MI 48371
Phone: (248) 628-5560
Room Choices
- Single room $180
- Triple room $120
- Dorm Room $80
The room fee is in addition to the convention fee of $180. At the time of check out you will be charged the total amount for the convention fee and room fee.
For those who would prefer to stay in a hotel we have secured a discounted rate at the:
Best Western Palace Inn
2755 S. Lapeer Rd.
Lake Orion, MI 48360-2239
248-391-2755
Rate: $79.99/night plus tax, non-smoking, 2 double beds. You will need to mention that you would like the special rate for the "YFC." You will need to provide your own transportation daily to and from the hotel to the retreat center. If you choose to stay at the hotel for lodging, please register under the "Local Participant - No Lodging" option when registering.
Transportation
Please use the Bishop International Airport in Flint, MI (FNT) — it's only 30 minutes from the retreat center. The shuttle service to the retreat center will depart from the airport at 5:00 pm.
Arrival
Wednesday, January 23, 2008. Check-in at the retreat center will be from 5:00–7:00 pm. All participants must arrive at the retreat center within this time frame. Dinner is served from 5:00–7:00 pm. The Convention begins with a spectacular introduction at 7:00 pm.
Departure
Sunday, January 27, 2008. The Convention will conclude at 11:00 am. All participants must leave after this time.
Considerations
The shuttle service will depart at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, January 23th from the Bishop International Airport to Queen of Family Retreat Center. It will depart Queen of Family Retreat Center at 11:00 am on Sunday, January 27th to Bishop International Airport.
| Transportation | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| Car | Please arrive between 5:00–7:00 pm on Wednesday | Please depart no earlier than 11:00 am on Sunday |
| Flint Airport | Flights must arrive no later than 5:00 pm | Flight must depart later than 1:00 pm |
Convention Fee
$180 — Early Registration (before December 15th, 2007)
$200 — Standard Registration
* All registrations after January 5, 2008 will be charged a $25 late fee.
The registration fee includes all convention materials and all meals. Accommodations are separate. The convention fee does not include personal travel expenses. Shuttle to and from the airport is $25 roundtrip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same convention as in years past? If so, why do I need to attend?
The 2008 Youth Formators Convention is a fresh, new way of transmitting the priority objectives for all youth apostolates. There will be tracks for beginner and advanced Challenge (ECYD), Young Women's RC, YTM, K4J, Lay Spiritual Guides, and Pure Fashion. As well, it's not just about the tracks, it's about building our family spirit, growing in our understanding of Regnum Christi, meeting with our major directors, meeting the national directors of the apostolates represented! It's a dynamic, Christ-filled package you won't want to miss!
Can we bring children?
Mothers are welcome to bring their nursing infants. Please indicate any special needs on your registration so we can make the appropriate accommodations.
Can I fly into Detroit instead of Flint, MI?
You are welcome to do what works best for you, but you will need to provide your own transportation to/from the retreat center if you fly into Detroit. If you fly into Flint, MI we will provide shuttle service to/from the retreat center.
Is the ground transportation included in the fee?
We will arrange for transportation to/from Bishop International Airport in Flint, MI but you will need to pay for the service. You will be able to indicate your need for transportation on the registration page.
What happens if I need to arrive late or depart early?
We strongly encourage everyone to attend the convention in its entirety. You will have to seek special permission to arrive late or leave early. You may submit this request to the ECYD assistant in your area. As well, you will need to provide your own transportation.
Contact Us
For additional information, please contact Sue O'Daniel at (800) 501-2753.