All diocesan youth events are places where we strive for ALL youth to feel safe, seen, known and loved just as God sees them. We will continue to grow and learn and explore what it means to be a child of God no matter your race, ethnicity, orientation, or gender identity. The community we build together will always be a space of love and acceptance for all.
Upcoming Events:
EPIC Summer Camp: Good & Holy Troublemakers
June 15-19 - Lutheran Lakeside Camp, Spirit Lake
4th-12th Graders: Experience engaging activities, inspiring worship, hands-on projects, building community and trying new things with youth from around the diocese.
Campers will also get to swim, sail, float, zip line, rock climb, eat s’mores and make new friends.
This years theme, Good & Holy Troublemakers will focus on saints we don’t always talk much about. Campers will learn more about Mary the Mother of Jesus, Thomas Cranmer, Samuel Seabury, Barbara Brown Harris, St. Hildegard of Bingham, St. Francis of Assisi, Joan of Arc, Pauli Murray, Absalom Jones & Desmond Tutu.
Registration is $430 (early bird registration ended March 31). Scholarships are always available.
Registration closes June 1, 2026 of once we hit our maximum number of campers.
Provincial Youth Event: Empowered Discipleship
July 7-11, Denver, CO
CANCELLED
Mental Heath Funds Request Form
The Episcopal Diocese of Iowa, through a GILEAD Grant, has limited funds to assist with co-payments for mental health related appointments. You may request incremental funds for up to $50 per appointment. A completed request form is required for each appointment. You must submit a receipt for reimbursement or have a bill sent to the Diocesan office. Funds will be distributed on a first come, first serve basis.
Staff Contact
Amy Mellies, Missioner for Children & YoutH
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Requirements for Adults Volunteering or Working at Youth Events:
Must belong to a congregation for at least six months
Completed Safe Church Training (within 3 years)
State of Iowa Background Check
State of Iowa Sex Offender Registry Check
State of Iowa Driving Record