Aug 8Aug 15Aug 22Family Finale · Aug 29Free lunch & transportFree to attend
The details
Everything you need to know.
When
Saturdays in August
Aug 8, 15, 22 — plus a Family Finale on Aug 29.
Time
11 AM – 2 PM
Lunch included every session.
Cost
Free to attend
No fee — just register your teen.
Where
Calvary United Methodist Church
2111 Flushing Rd, Flint, Michigan 48504
Free & included
Free lunch and free transportation available.
The four-week journey
Peace, one week at a time.
Week 1
Know Yourself First
Discover your conflict style — fight, flight, fawn, or freeze — and where conflict shows up in your life.
Week 2
Hear Before You Speak
The art of listening — what makes us feel truly heard, and how messages get distorted.
Week 3
De-Escalate the Room
Reading tension, safe bystander moments, and calming conflict in real spaces — with a special guest.
Week 4
Resolution & Repair
A skit showcase, a gift & certificate ceremony, and a family celebration to close the circle.
Each session follows the same warm rhythm: welcome & snack → icebreaker → storytelling circle → breakout → lunch + game → real-life scenarios → reflection.
Meet the facilitators
A trained, caring team.
Amarachi Wachuku, MPH
Lead Facilitator · Executive Director
A public health professional, storyteller, and community organizer from Flint. Peace is a Practice was born out of her belief that when young people learn to tell their stories with honesty, they learn to live in peace.
Alexis Love
Facilitator
An avid reader with a heart for mental health and wellness — devoted to community-centered education and helping teens navigate hard moments toward peace.
Sergeant Paul Spann
Community Storyteller · Flint Police Department
City of Flint Police Sergeant Paul Spann has proudly served with the City of Flint Police Department for six years with a strong commitment to community engagement and public service. A dedicated member of both the Tactical Response and Crisis Negotiation Teams, he brings professionalism, calm leadership, and compassion to every role he serves. He is also honored to be a part of the Police Activities and Athletic League (PAL) which encourages positive connections between law enforcement and youth. Born and raised in the community that he has sworn to serve and protect, Sergeant Paul Spann is deeply passionate about giving back to the place he calls home and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those around him.
Questions
Good to know.
How much does it cost?
Nothing — the workshop is free to attend. Free lunch and transportation are included, too.
What ages is it for?
Grades 6–9 (ages 12–15).
Is food provided?
Yes — a free lunch is included every session, and free transportation is available if you need it.
What should my teen bring?
Just themselves. Everything else is provided.
Is it a safe space?
Yes. Sessions are led by trained facilitators using the trauma-aware StoryStrong Method, built on consent, dignity, and care.
Who can I contact?
Email info.storystrong@gmail.com or call (810) 238-7685 with any questions.
Reserve a seat
Save your teen’s spot.
Reserve a place in the August cohort. It takes about two minutes, and there’s no cost to attend. Only 20 spots.
