FRMC Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '09: All the World's a Stage

FRMC Charlie's Chaplains Offers Skool September 19, 2009 - Full Day of Fun, Fellowship and Instruction Planned Focusing on Hospital Clown and Creative Arts in the Healthcare Setting Special guest presenter JoAnn Narewski, to teach at FRMC Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '09

Did you ever want to run away with the circus?

How about wanting an opportunity to hone your skills or explore a new entertainment venue?

Want to be involved in a well-established ministry that serves in a significant way?

Want to get your make-up, costuming and act together – picture-perfect?

Want to prepare and perform on the World’s Stage?

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '09 "All the World’s a Stage" is a packed-to-the-max day of fellowship, learning and fun. Skool '09 will indeed be a "3-Ring Circus" On-Stage, offering exceptional instruction in varied creative ministry arts in Hickory, NC. This year's training program is the 8th consecutive Skool held, and features sessions in the healthcare venue, to be explored by focusing on entertaining, aspects of the art of clowning and creative arts, presented for all levels of experience.

Skool '09 offers multiple-level classes taught by professional instructors and experienced community volunteers who love to share their passion. Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '09 class schedule includes: Beginner/Intermediate Clown Makeup Lab; Hospital Clowning Best Practices Training; Commedia del’arte and Mask-Making (Intermediate/Advanced); “One Clown’s Trash is… Props” (How-to Create); Face Painting Fun Mini-Ideas (especially in healthcare setting); Balloon Sculpting and Improv; Tips ‘n Tricks: Ask the Experts Q&A Panel.

Presenters this year include Magic's Royal Duke Sammy Cortino; JoAnn "Reddened" Narweski; Becky "CarroTop Rainbo" Cortino; Roger Benfield. JoAnn Narewski has had extensive training during the last 6 years, and recently began clowning at her local hospital in Columbia, South Carolina.

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool sessions are open to the public and others in the industry, to encourage more hospital clown groups, healthcare family entertainers and creative arts troupes. An official headquarters hotel has been established to accommodate out-of-town attendees, and information will be provided upon request. At the close of the day, "Clown Karaoke Café" segment offers all students and presenters an opportunity to perform onstage in the newly-constructed FUMC Life Center, along with the traditional Charlie's Chaplains' recognition awards and Skool graduation closing ceremony. Special Two-or-More Ministry Training and local mission opportunities are offered to area churches and other ministries.

Interested groups are invited to enroll members in Charlie's Chaplains' Skool, receiving additional training offered and adopting FRMC monthly visitations as a shared local missions focus for one calendar year, under the tutelage and coordination of the resident hospital creative ministry. The fee for this day-long intensive training session is $50 including lunch and refreshments throughout the day on the premises. Limited Skool '09 Saturday session scholarships are available to seniors ages 70+. Beginner Skool students should preorder a clown makeup palette for the makeup lab available for $15.00.

Registration is required and must be received via U.S. Mail by 3PM September 9, 2009. For more information and to request registration materials: http://charlieschaplains_skool.bravehost.com/

“Mentor to the Rich of Heart” Everyday Giving Founder Roger Carr will Present Keynote at Skool ’08

Roger Carr, known as the "Mentor to the Rich of Heart," founder and owner of Everyday Giving, will be attending FRMC Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '08 in September, and is the featured keynote speaker for our day-long intensive training session.

Through his writing and speaking on the subject of making a difference, his goal is to educate and inspire others. Roger is the author of the ebook "Wake Up and Make a Difference" and a co-author of the book "101 Great Ways to Improve Your Life." He is an adviser to nonprofits regarding the establishment of an effective online presence and online marketing campaign. Roger also serves as a board member and volunteer with the Arthritis Foundation, Virginia Chapter.

FRMC Charlie's Chaplains coordinator Becky Cortino and Roger first became acquainted through AHeart4Clowning TalkRadio Show, a program Becky hosts to encourage and inspire hospital/caring clowns and creative arts performers. Roger became interested in exploring the art of clowning and thought coming to Clown Skool '08 would be a great way to begin his journey.


Charlie's Chaplains are looking forward to having Roger Carr at Skool, with much inspiration to share!

For more information about Skool ’08 and to request registration materials, visit: Charlie's Chaplains' Skool website by clicking here.


UPDATE: More about Charlie's Chaplains' activities and Skool '08

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '08 "U-Otta-B-n-Pictures"

Ever want to run away with the circus?

Want an opp to hone your skills or explore a new venue?

Want to be involved in a well-established ministry that serves in a significant way?

Want to get your make-up, costuming and act together – picture-perfect?

Are you Red Carpet ready?

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '08 "U-Otta-B-n-Pictures U" is a packed-to-the-max day of fellowship, learning and fun. Skool '08 will indeed be a "3-Ring Circus" on the Red Carpet, offering exceptional instruction in varied creative ministry arts.

For Skool '08 Details/Request Registration Packet, Click Here: Charlie's Chaplains Skool '08

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '08 Classes Include:

• Beginner/Intermediate Clown Makeup Lab

• How-to Create an Original Costume Design

• Just Clownin’ Around Skits ‘n Schticks (for Advanced Level)

• Improv

• Puppetry

• Face Painting (especially in healthcare setting)

• Physical Theatre: Laughter Gym Class

Our 7th Skool since February, 2004!
Join us for Fellowship, Learning and Fun...

MORE SKOOL '08 Program Features:

1. Our headliner this year during lunch: Magic's Royal Duke Sammy Cortino with a Gospel Magic Performance!
2. Open Mic Theatre offers a variety of inspiring performances live on stage at day's end.
3. Red Nose Celebration and Skool '08 Graduation closes out the very full day.
4. Lunch and light refreshments are included and will be available throughout the day on-site.

Charlie’s Chaplains’ Skool sessions open to the public and others in the industry.

Registration now thru Friday, September 12 @3PM

Check Out Details/Request Registration Packet: Charlie's Chaplains Skool '08



UPDATE: More about Skool '08 and Charlie's Chaplains

Skool '07 Was Such Fun!

Skool '07 Big Top Training was such fun!

The Friday evening "Pre-Skool Program" provided attendees with the nuts and bolts and inspiration to establish a hospital clown creative ministry.

Saturday was the full-day intensive, complete with an afternoon filled with a 3-ring circus of elective classes and performances given by professionals sprinkled throughout the day.

Skool '07 culminated with the traditional Charlie's Chaplains' awards and Skool graduation. Preceeding the awards and graduation ceremony was a commissioning service for those participants who plan to start a hospital clown or creative ministry in their respective areas.

Establishing a Hospital Clown or Creative Ministry Book

Final touches are being added to the textbook to be used for FRMC Charlie’s Chaplains’ first-ever Pre-Skool session on “How to Establish a Hospital Clown or Creative Ministry” to be held on Friday, September 28th in Hickory, NC.

"What a blessing and a privilege to have been able to write this guide," said FRMC Charlie's Chaplains' coordinator Becky Cortino. She shared, "My heart compelled me to write it, especially as I had met so many who want to do the important work we get to do every month at FRMC since 1991."

The newly-completed book written by Ms. Cortino will be used at the special Pre-Skool session held on Friday, September 28 at Frye Regional Medical Center 's Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '07. "We are all very excited about this Skool because we have folks who are coming from out of state and out-of-the-area for the special first-ever ministry weekend," Becky said.

This Pre-Skool evening program grew out of the heartfelt mission to encourage others who also want to serve in this significant way. "It is our hope and prayer to encourage and inspire more healthcare-centered ministries! It is a real thrill to know this guide is available for those who want to serve in a significant way, some having had years of training but no hospital program," Cortino stated.

More information on the book:

How to Establish a Hospital Clown or Creative Ministry

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '07 "Big Top Training"

FRMC Charlie’s Chaplains Offer Creative Ministry Skool September 29, 2007 - Full Day of Fun, Fellowship and Instruction Planned Focusing on Hospital Clown and Creative Ministry Arts

Pre-Skool Evening Session Planned: Establishing a Hospital Clown or Creative Ministry on Friday, September 28, 2007


Past World Clown Association president and founder of CheerLeaders for Christ, Julie Jahn is one of the FRMC Charlie’s Chaplains’ Skool ’07 presenters.

Pictured here is "Ms Julie," Past World Clown Association president and founder of CheerLeaders for Christ, Julie Jahn who is one of the FRMC Charlie’s Chaplains’ Skool ’07 presenters.


(HICKORY, NC) --- Did you ever want to run away with the circus?

How about an opportunity to hone your skills or explore a new entertainment venue?

Want to become involved in a well-established ministry that serves in a significant way?

Want to establish a caring clown or hospital creative ministry?


FRMC Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '07 "Big Top Training" is a packed-to-the-max day of fellowship, learning and fun. Skool '07 will indeed be a "3-Ring Circus," offering simultaneous multi-level teaching on varied Christian creative ministry arts.

This year’s creative ministry training program features sessions on venues to be explored by focusing on entertaining and many aspects of the art of clowning, presented for all levels of experience. Skool ’07 offers multiple-level classes taught simultaneously by professional instructors and experienced community volunteers who love to share their passion.

Charlie’s Chaplains’ Skool ‘07 class schedule includes: Beginner Clown Makeup Lab, Dress for Less, Balloon Sculpting, Just Clownin’ Around, Comedy, Improv, Skits ‘n Schticks, Storytelling and Physical Theatre: Physical Comedy, Theatrical Expression, Movement and Mime, the Power of a Joyful Heart.

Presenters this year include past World Clown Association president and founder of CheerLeaders for Christ, Julie Jahn; The Green Room’s Jonathan Ray; Magic’s Royal Duke Sammy Cortino; local writer-comedian Frank Mofford, with more surprises and special guest appearances planned but not ready to be released at press time.

Charlie’s Chaplains’ Skool sessions are open to the public and others in the industry, to encourage more hospital clown groups and creative ministries. For the first time in their 16-year history, FRMC Charlie’s Chaplains will be offering a Friday evening "Pre-Skool" session on "Establishing a Hospital Clown or Creative Ministry."

This 'nuts and bolts'-type session will be held at First United Methodist Church, 6-9PM. Dinner, resource materials and a text book are included. Registration for this session is available for an additional charge and is only available with Skool ’07 full registration. An official headquarters hotel has been established to accommodate out-of-town attendees.

Charlie’s Marketplace will be open throughout the Skool day, offering supplies and program notes for purchase by attendees.

At the close of the day, “Open Mic Theatre” segment offers all students and presenters an opportunity to share and perform onstage in the newly-constructed FUMC Life Center, along with the traditional Skool graduation closing ceremony.

Special Two-or-More Ministry Training and local mission opportunities are offered to area churches and other ministries. Interested groups are invited to enroll members in Charlie’s Chaplains’ Skool, receiving additional training offered and adopting FRMC monthly visitations as a shared local missions focus for one calendar year, under the tutelage and coordination of the resident hospital creative ministry.

The fee for this day-long intensive training session is $45 offering 16 sessions, lunch and refreshments throughout the day on the premises. Registration for the weekend ministry program is $90, including a Friday night dinner session and the full Saturday Skool schedule. Limited Skool ’07 Saturday session scholarships are available to seniors ages 70+. Beginner Skool students should preorder a clown makeup palette for the make up lab available for $12.00.

Hotel accomodations may be arranged at a special discounted rate offered by the established Skool '07 headquarters hotel and are not included in the Skool registration fee or ministry weekend package. Rates and details provided in registration information.

Registration is required and must be received via U.S. Mail by September 15, 2007.

Visit our Skool '07 site for more information and to request registration materials online!

FRMC Charlie’s Chaplains' Newz: http://www.charlieschaplains.blogspot.com/

Skool ’07 – September 29, 2007: Big Top Training

Did you ever want to run away with the circus?

How about wanting an opp to hone your skills or explore a new entertainment venue?

Want to become involved in a well-established ministry that serves in a significant way?

Charlie's Chaplains' Skool '07 "Big Top Training" is a packed-to-the-max day of fellowship, learning and fun. Skool '07 will indeed be a "3-Ring Circus," offering simultaneous multi-level teaching on Circus Arts.

More details: http://charlieschaplains_skool.bravehost.com/