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It’s time to start making plans to attend SPECTACULAR (SPEC) in 2024 and we want YOU to go with the Rockies Delegation! Here are some details about our time together:WHAT SPECTACULAR is the Communtiy of Christ’s largest youth gathering each year, and is located on the beautiful campus of Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa. SPEC’s mission is to create a safe, Christ-centered community that encourages young people to discover God, their inherent worth, and cultivate and express their giftedness. This week-long camp, organized by the Community of Christ, includes sports competitions, music and art classes, educational experiences on issues facing today’s teens, musical productions, dances, movies, live performances and worship. It is a fun and full week.WHO Teenagers who have completed 9th - 12th grades are eligible to attend Spec. (Class of 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027) We will attend this event as a delegation. You are invited to join the Rockies Delegation. We are people from Colorado, Wyoming, and parts of Nebraska, Kansas and New Mexico, and occassionally have other members from around the United States. We would love for you to become a part of the Rockies Delegation. Our delegation leader is Melanie Grimes.WHERE Spectacular is held on the Graceland University campus in Lamoni, Iowa. [Yes, Lamoni, complete with Amish neighbors, rolling cornelds and night time cow tipping, or so we’ve heard…]WHEN We will begin our adventure as a Rockies Delegation by leaving from Denver/Wyoming on Friday, July 12th early in the morning and driving to Independence, MO. Housing will be available the night before in the Denver Area. Specic information with addresses and phone numbers will be sent out after registration. If you are joining us from Wyoming or Nebraska, or other areas around the US, we will arrange transportation times & locations once we receive your registration. Once we all have joined each other in Missouri, we will begin to get to know one another and prepare for the next day. On Saturday morning we head to Graceland’s campus. SPEC is over by noon on July 20th. We will then spend the night again in the Independence area before driving the rest of the way home on Sunday, July 21st.COST SPEC is not cheap, but IS inexpensive for the quality of the experience. The camper fee for SPEC 2024 is $795. This amount does NOT include traveling meals (~$95) and miscellaneous expenses. Special funds are available to assist families with some or all of the cost to attend SPECTACULAR. Please contact Rocky Mountain Mission Center (303-426-6760 or information@cofchristrm.org) to discuss how we can support your teen attending this amazing event. Sta registration is $275.00 (without the garments or Worlds of Fun Tickets)SPECTACULAR IS LIFE Be. . . . . . 2024

Sound interesting? Here’s what you need to do:1. Fill out the enclosed SPECTACULAR Registration Form2. Fill out the Interest Sheet3. Have a check or money order made out to: Community of Christ for either a $100 deposit (balance required by July 3) or the total amount. Hand-delivered cash is OK too, but please seal it in an envelope and write the camper’s name on it and the amount in the envelope.4. Email forms to melgrimes@gmail.com & deliver deposit or payment, no later than June 7, 2024, to: Community of Christ 9501 Lou Dr. Denver, CO 80260 5. Get ready for a GREAT TIME! (Note: We’ll send you even more information after you register) If you want more information, contact any of the following: Melanie Grimes Rebecca Russell SPEC Delegation Leader Rocky Mountain Mission Center Oce Manager 719.635.9439 home 303-426-6760 719.660.7329 cell brussellcofchrist@gmail.com melgrimes@gmail.com RMMC Website - cofchristrm.org, under programs/youth events RMMC Youth Website - www.rmmcyouth.org Spectacular Website - spec-cofchrist.org/ SPECTACULAR IS LIFE Be. . . . . . 2024

ROCKIES Additional Packing NotesValuables: *We would not suggesting bringing much more money that what you think you might need and would also suggest not bringing valuables or expensive jewelry. While we are attending a Christian camp, and your rooms at Graceland have combination locks on them, it is best to protect your expensive investments by leaving most valuable things at home.Body Jewelry: Also, if you have any visible body piercings (ear or otherwise) you will need to remove them in order to play sports. You can wear a clear piercing retainer, which are available at most body piercing shops or online.As for money you will need:If you are traveling with the delegation, you will need money to cover approx. 9 meals. Most all of our meals will be some sort of fast food option.There are things to purchase at SPEC, including items delegations bring, t-shirts and other items from Outreach International, HealthEd Connect and Graceland. Of course, purchasing these items is completely voluntary, but if you are interested, you might want to pack a small amount of extra money for items like this.Finally, just to clarify, and this is terribly important:While we know that some of you live in a state that has legalized Marijuana for those over 21, SPECTACULAR is very clear about being a drug, alcohol and tobacco free environment. DO NOT bring any one of these things, or paraphernalia, with you. If you do, you will be sent home immediately at you and your parents expense. If this appears to be a problem, we will search bags.If you have any further questions on what to bring, or what not to bring, please let us know!SPECTACULAR IS LIFE Be. . . . . . Rockies 2024

Your Name: _____________________________________ (Please print)This sheet is to determine your interests in activities for this year’s Spectacular. Please specify your interests below by placing an “X” in the box next to the events in which you would like to participate. But rst, here are the rules for signing up:The Extravaganza Musical Stage Production is open to everyone interested whether you are focusing on sports or the arts at Spec. In the sports activities, you are allowed a maximum of 2 team sports, and highly encouraged to participate in at least one Rockies team sport. Team sports are: - Basketball - Softball - Soccer - Volleyball You can participate in as many individual activities/sports as time permits. Rule of Thumb: If you participate in two team sports, a maximum of 3 or less additional individual events is suggested. Select Your Events: Extravaganza Basketball Golf Art Soccer Racquetball Music Softball Swimming Volleyball (male) Table Tennis Volleyball (female) Tennis Volleyball (coed) Track & Field Flag Football Wrestling Pickleball Note: Include arts and music activities in your time estimations.Participation at all skill levels is provided and encouraged at Spectacular. In order to place you at the correct skill level for the sporting events, we need to know your experience level for each sport you’ve selected. Next to your selected sports, please check all appropriate skill level boxes that match your experience. Recreational PE Class 7th/8th 9th/10th JV/Varsity Participation Participation Competitive Competitive CompetitiveSPECTACULAR 2024Basketball Golf RacquetballSoccerSoftballSwimmingTable Tennis Tennis Track & Field Volleyball Interests SheetSPECTACULAR IS LIFE Be. . . . . . Rockies 2024

I would like to attend a Community of Christ youth event therefore, I will...• Live by the rules, schedules, and purposes of the camp including participation in community work assignments.• Live by the health, safety and property care rules of the campground/event space.• Leave all large electronics at home and follow the rules for the use of smaller electronics as set by the camp director and staff• Not possess or use tobacco products, marijuana, alcohol, or illegal drugs at camp.• Be courteous and respectful of others and their property. This includes refraining from engaging in pranks, especially those that embarrass others and/or harm personal property or campground property.• Use appropriate language that respects the worth of all people.• Dress in an appropriate way that maintains personal dignity and the dignity of others. This includes not wearing clothing that promotes or advertises alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, racism, sexism, hatred of any group or person, violence, sexual activities or situations, or companies, musicians and other individuals who promote these things.• I will bring appropriate clothing, shoes, and gear for camp activities, and be ready to wear them when the activities require me to be safe and secure.• Do your best to be a good camper and make the camp a positive experience for all campers and staff.• Follow any COVID-19 or other public health guidelines posted or announced by the Camp and Campground Staff.If I don’t follow these guidelines, I will welcome and expect respectful, private feedback from staff.SPECTACULAR’S GuidelinesI will wear clothing that is appropriate for a youth event that honors all individuals.• Shirts, shorts and shoes must be worn at all times. • No altered t-shirts (arms cut off, seams opened up, etc.)• Nothing that promotes alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, racism, sexism or sexual activities/situations etc.• So basically...if you can’t wear it to school, don’t bring it to SPEC. If you have any questions or concerns about these expectations, please feel free to contact Melanie Grimes at 719.660.7329.Rocky Mountain Mission CenterYouth Camping ProgramCamper Expectations