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Luke 2:1-14

In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to his own town to register.

So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.

And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."

Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."

For nearly 40 years Youth Specialties has worked alongside Christian youth workers from just about every denomination and youth-serving organization around the world. Each year we serve more than 100,000 youth workers worldwide through our training seminars and conventions, resources and curriculum, and online content. The scope of the ministry has grown to three national conventions for training youth workers, citywide discipleship events for students, and a national network of youth pastors training parents on a grassroots level. Youth Specialties has partnered with hundreds of Christian bookstores (YS Certified Dealers) and is supporting ministries in South America, Europe, and Asia. Youth Specialties is headquartered in El Cajon, CA.

Event Overview:

We host three conventions each fall. They are each known as NYWC - National Youth Workers Convention. In 2009, the Conventions will be held in Los Angeles, CA; Cincinnati, OH; and Atlanta, GA. We expect 3,000-5,000 attendees at each convention. Each convention offers general sessions featuring inspiring speakers, unforgettable worship, comedy, and drama. The delegates will have more than 75 power-packed seminars to choose from, offering the training they need on the issues they’re facing. They can also participate in pre-convention Intensive Learning Labs. At the convention, there will be an exhibit hall with nearly 200 exhibitors offering great resources. Anticipated number of participants: 11,000- 15,000 total Nature of audience: Youthworkers (anyone who works with middle school or high school students). This includes pastors, directors and volunteer staff. It is made up of a wide range of ages, backgrounds and denominations.