Puget Sound Spring Youth Bridging Con
A youth con is a weekend-long gathering of Unitarian Universalist youth from many congregations. It is a chance to step away from everyday routines and into a shared community focused on connection, growth, fun, and living out UU values together. Youth cons are intentionally youth-centered, relationship-based, and grounded in care, respect, and joy.
This gathering is a bridging con, meaning it includes a bridging ceremony for teens who are moving into young adulthood. Bridging honors the transition from youth programming into young adult life and affirms the continued place of these youth within our UU community.
All About the Con
- Two-night, in-person gathering with UU youth from across the Puget Sound region
- Shared meals, overnights, games, movies, and structured free time
- Workshops focused on identity, leadership, anti-racism, and LGBTQ+ inclusivity
- Youth-led and adult-supported worship, rituals, and reflection
- Community responsibilities shared by participants, including helping with meals, cleaning, and leadership roles
- Opportunities for creativity, connection, and fun, including a talent or no-talent show
- A possible offsite field trip (details shared closer to the event)
Youth Will
- Build a supportive peer community
- Learn more about themselves through identity and reflection work
- Practice living out Unitarian Universalist values
- Engage in service and social justice conversations and projects
- Explore spiritual practices and rituals
- Develop and practice leadership skills
How to Attend
Registration bit.ly/UUspringcon
Registration closes Sunday, April 10, 2026
Fees (Sliding Scale)
The cost of this event is offered on a sliding scale to ensure finances are not a barrier to participation:
- $10–59 – Pay what you can if cost is a challenge
- $60 – Covers all participant food and supplies
- $80 – Helps support adult sponsors and scholarships
Adult sponsors attend free but may donate if they wish.
Who Can Attend?
- Youth in grades 8–12 (or homeschool equivalent)
- Participants must be affiliated with a UU congregation
- If more than two youth attend from one congregation, an adult sponsor is required
- Please notify your congregation liaison when registering
More Information
Schedule
Arrival: Friday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m.
Departure: Sunday, April 26 at 12:00 p.m.
What Is a Sponsor?
A sponsor is an adult in good standing with a UU congregation who attends the con with youth (such as a DRE, youth advisor, or parent). Sponsors are screened and trained, with a required ratio of 1 adult for every 8 youth.
Facility Details
- Male, female, and all-gender sleeping spaces
- Kitchen and cafeteria-style eating
- Dedicated spaces for workshops and worship
- Transportation to and from the event is managed by families and/or congregations
- The host congregation is not responsible for transportation
Questions?
If you have questions or would like to be involved in planning or coordination, please contact:
East Shore Unitarian Church
Director of Religious Exploration
[email protected]
Event Details
Transportation & Parking
We have several parking lots. Our upper lot, off SE 32nd Street, is closest to our Sanctuary, it has handicap and stroller parking. There is a roundabout for drop-offs. Our lower, main parking lot is also off SE 32nd Street. There are stairs that will lead you up to the Sanctuary. If that lot is full, there is also street parking on 32nd Street.
