The Junior Leadership (JL) Program provides two weeks out of the year where teenage Christian Scientists come together and overcome the world's stereotypes and simply be themselves. As the layers fall away, their true image and likeness is expressed. From day one, we begin building our sense of family by learning to take ownership for our environment and through the process of preparing our own meals. The program also provides intentional opportunities to engage in "hard conversations".  These are often based on concerns that the world is facing.  Special emphasis is placed on discussions about diversity, inclusion, and belonging.  What better place to explore these topics than with trained CedarS staff and their resident Christian Science practitioner?  The CedarS atmosphere that campers talk about is due entirely to our application of Christian Science in all that we do.  JL has its own practitioner who lives with the group and participates as part of the family.  They support the group through morning inspirational messages, engaging in group and individual conversations, and by providing ongoing metaphysical support.  Campers appreciate having an integrated practitioner who can be asked questions at any time.

We are consistently breaking limitations through water-skiing, cable water sports, climbing on the high ropes course, zip line, a breakfast trail ride on CedarS herd of amazing horses, and by working through the low ropes challenge course.  In addition, we go on a float trip and other adventures where we grow as both a group and as individuals. There is no better place to discover your true spiritual identity than at CedarS in the Junior Leadership program.

NLC Fulfillment Opportunity: Read our guide on how participating in the Junior Leadership program can fulfill NLC requirements and earn Congressional Award hours.