Church Programs - Elementary Workshops for Youth and Parents

BOYS' WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

• Introduction of Adolescence
• Scriptural Overview
• "Boy to Man" Video
• Male Puberty/Adolescence and Reproductive Anatomy
• Female Reproductive Anatomy and Adolescence Presentation
• Sexual Intercourse and Conception
• HIV/AIDS
• Sexual Abuse and Internet Safety
• Preparation for Dating

GIRLS' WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

• Introduction of Adolescence
• Scriptural Overview
• "Girl to Woman" Video
• Female Reproductive Anatomy and Adolescence Presentation
• Male Puberty/Adolescence and Reproductive Anatomy
• Sexual Intercourse and Conception
• HIV/AIDS
• Sexual Abuse and Internet Safety
• Preparation for Dating

These workshops are designed to prepare children for adolescent changes. The boys' workshop is 2-1/2 hours in length and the girls' workshop is 3 hours in length and both workshops are for youth in the fourth and fifth grades. Parents are in attendance with their child and most of these workshops are presented in a Sunday afternoon format.

These workshops stress God's plan for the gift of sexuality and communication between parents and child is emphasized and enhanced.