PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Update

Excalibur Leadership is currently on hold; we are not accepting new applications at this time.

EXCALIBUR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Excalibur is an 8-month leadership program for students ages 15-19. The program is centered on three areas of leadership and faith development that each include adventure, training, community and mentorship to help stretch, equip and launch young leaders. Out of this experience we hope that you will come to know Jesus more intimately, grow in your understanding of your gifting and discover more about God’s unique calling on you to be part of His Church. The three areas of focus include:

SEEK HIS FACE

What does authentic relationship with God actually look like?

Learn to hear God’s voice and develop spiritual rhythms to help you get know and understand both God and yourself more deeply.

Highlights

Wilderness Canoe Trip
A 3-day canoe trip in Muskoka led in partnership with Coldwater Canada where we will learn creative ways to spend time with God in solitude and in community.
Hearing From God – Online Workshop
Have you ever heard someone say, “God told me”, and you just are not sure what that means or looks like? We will be learning what it means to hear God’s voice. That maybe there are things God has been longing to tell you about who you are and He’s been waiting for you to ask.

What we’ll explore?

Creative Devotional Tools that develop a rich devotional life
Listening Prayer that deepens our intimacy with Jesus
Understanding our Identity in Christ
Freedom from controlling sin

STEWARD HIS LEADERSHIP

How have you been uniquely equipped?

Develop your leadership skills and discover how God has uniquely equipped you to be leaders in your schools, churches, families and in your broader communities.

Highlights

Muskoka Camp Experience

A weekend at InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario focused on leadership development and teamwork through experiences like aerial ropes & challenge courses.
Evangelism – Online Workshop

What we’ll explore?

Key Character Qualities of the Leader
Boldness in sharing faith and influencing those around us
Answering Skeptic’s Questions
Building Trust as a leader

LOVE HIS BRIDE

How has God invited you to be part of his church?

Unpack why Jesus was passionate about the local church and how are we being called to be part of it, even in the midst of increasing division.

Highlights

Diverse Church Tour
For the final weekend experience, the group will visit and learn from various church communities from different denominations and cultural backgrounds.
Online Workshop by Iona Snair

What we’ll explore?

Understanding Early Church history and how we came to where we are
Understanding the Local Church’s definition, purpose and power
Loving the Local Church for a lifetime of service
Leading up, influencing when you are not in charge

FOCUS ON COMMUNITY & SUPPORT

Leadership Cluster

Students will be connected to a leadership cluster of 3-4 other students. These clusters provide opportunities for ongoing encouragement as well as a space for honest reflection and wrestling. Clusters will meet regularly throughout the duration of Excalibur.

Mentorship

Each leadership cluster will have an adult mentor that comes beside the group to help them debrief and unpack what they are learning. These mentors will be trained and will lead bi-weekly online video check ins with the cluster group. The mentors will also be available if anyone in their cluster needs to unpack and dialogue what they are learning in a one-on-one setting.

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