RITES OF PASSAGE – 2023 REGISTRATION INFORMATION

ABOUT ZHBC Rites of Passage Program: Established in 1994, The Zion Hill Baptist Church Rites of Passage Program helps to prepare youth for adulthood. The program is composed of two groups: “KENTAKE” for young females and “ADIGUN NKOSI” for young males. The mission of this ministry is to teach some of life’s essential, character-producing lessons in the African, African American and other cultural traditions.

ELIGIBILITY:

The 12-week program is designed for teen girls and boys ages thirteen (13) to eighteen (18). Zion Hill youth as well as youth throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area are welcome to apply.

COST: There is no cost for participation in the program.

REGISTRATION: July 2 through July 30, 2023:

The Rites of Passage program registration will begin July 2, 2023. Applications will be available in the Information Center and Church Office. Due to COVID-19 three(3)-year closure for the Rites of Passage Program, older youth ages 15-18 only will be allowed to apply to the program the first 2 weeks, then it will be opened to younger youth ages 13-14. Please see the following registration schedule by age:

AGE REGISTRATION DATES

15 years – 18 years

13 years – 14 years

July 2, 2023 – July 30 2023

July 16, 2023 – July 30, 2023

Registration spaces are limited. Fifty (50) applications total will be accepted for the program: 25 applications for Kentake (female group) and 25 applications for Adigun Nkosi (male group). Once the 50 spaces are filled, the registration will be closed. It is strongly advised that applicants closely review the application requirements provided with the application before applying to ensure success in the program.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Applications must be picked up, completed and submitted to the church office by 12:00 pm, Sunday, July 30, 2023.