Keynote speaker JR LaRose and his son, Alozie, shared the spotlight, encouraging us to reflect on the plans we make for our lives – and the ways God’s plans might surprise, challenge, and call us into something more.
Workshops continued throughout the day, with participants choosing from an incredible range of experiences – from traversing the Bruce Trail to exploring spirituality, advocacy, leadership, and more.
At worship, participants heard moving testimony from young global partners, learned new songs, and prayed together.
In discipleship groups, participants gathered in smaller communities to reflect on everything they’ve experienced this week, deepen new friendships, and explore how they might carry the spirit of Collective home with them.
The final full day ended with a celebration in Jubilee Courtyard. Decked out in glow-in-the-dark attire, participants filled the courtyard with music, laughter, and dancing. Like David dancing before God, there was plenty of joyful movement.
As one participant put it:
“I didn’t really know what to expect coming here, but I’ve made so many friends and laughed so much. It’s cool being around people my age who are figuring out faith too. It’s honestly over too quickly.”
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