Youth Convention 2026
YOUTH CONVENTION 2026 - ALL the details

Rev. Abram Bagunu • Associate Pastor
August 11, 2026

5 Minute Read

SMYM YOUTH CONVENTION
2026 DETAILS


REGISTER HERE!
Pay for Convention
Donate to the youth fund

TLDR
  • Youth Convention is November 20–21. Register and submit payment by November 1 to avoid the $25 late fee. First-time Convention guests attend for half price ($60).
  • Departure is Friday at 2:00 p.m. sharp from Commission Church. Bring a signed waiver, a physical Bible, a notebook, and review the packing list before you arrive.
  • Sign up for text updates and complete all parent checklist items before departure: register, pay, submit your waiver, and pack according to the list above.


DEPARTURE:

Date: Friday, November 20th, 2026
Location: Commission Church
Time: 2pm sharp

Waiver: All parents and guardians must sign a release waiver prior to departure.
Fill out waiver


-Make sure to check the packing list and pack one bag!
-Bring a Bible and Notebook!

COST
  • $120 per student.
  • Pay online by clicking the button above, or pay in cash or by check on Sundays.
  • Please have convention payments submitted by NOVEMBER 1st.
  • $25 Late fee will be added on NOVEMBER 2nd.
  • FRIENDS WHO HAVE NEVER COME TO CONVENTION BEFORE ARE 1/2 OFF. $60 FOR THE WHOLE TRIP!
  • Scholarship Application — Need help paying for Convention? Fill out this application for a scholarship to convention! Each student is able to go to convention regardless the financial situation.
UPDATES
  • Updates will be sent out via our church broadcast system.
  • Text “youthcon26” to 833-270-5922
MEDICINE
  • Give all medications to Ps. Abram before departure from Commission Church.
  • Include clear instructions and all needed equipment.
WHAT TO BRING
  • Physical Bible (Required)
  • Journal and pen
  • ONE duffle bag per camper
  • One small backpack, drawstring bag, or fanny pack
  • Clothing appropriate for the winter weather
  • Coat
  • Personal hygiene items
  • Deodorant
  • Toothpaste and toothbrush
  • Soap/shampoo
  • Feminine hygiene products
  • Spending money(optional)
  • Snacks (optional)
MEAL INFORMATION
  • All meals are part of the registration price.
  • We will eat dinner at Braums in Springfield on Friday evening
  • Saturday's lunch will be included at the convention
  • We will not eat dinner upon return Saturday evening, as we plan to get back to Kansas City in the early evening.
RETURN INFORMATION
  • Saturday, November 21st, 2026
  • Estimated return time: 5-6pm

PARENT CHECKLIST
  1. Register your student by Nov, 1.
  2. Pay convention fees by Nov, 1.
  3. Sign up for text updates.
  4. Download and fill out waiver to bring to departure (Fill out waiver) on Nov 20th.
  5. Review packing list.


REGISTER HERE!
Pay for Convention
Donate to the youth fund
Fill out waiver


Speaker:

Jackson Sandefer
North Texas Youth Ministries
Youth Alive Director

Jackson, in his heart of hearts, is a revivalist. He has witnessed moments of revival within youth ministry and on the campus, but is believing for the fullness of it across North Texas. He is a campus missionary to sports teams, lunch rooms, and has helped plant Bible clubs in one of the largest high schools in America. Through his ministry, Jackson has seen unchurched students saved, baptized, and healed! Our schools are the spiritual battleground of the nation, “If we lose there, we lose everywhere else.” His desire is to train, develop, and send out youth pastors who’s hearts would be broken for the campus, so revival would invade schools in every community through the church!

FAQ:

Can my student invite a friend?

Absolutely! In fact, we encourage it. Students attending Convention for the first time receive 50% off registration, making the cost just $60.

What if my family can't afford Convention?

We never want finances to keep a student from encountering God. Scholarship assistance is available. Complete the Scholarship Application linked above, and we'll work with you to make sure your student can attend.

When is payment due?

Convention payment is due by November 1. Beginning November 2, a $25 late fee will be added.

Where do we meet for departure?

Meet at Commission Church on Friday, November 20. We will depart promptly at 2:00 p.m., so please arrive a few minutes early.

What time will we return?

We expect to return to Commission Church on Saturday, November 21, between 5:00–6:00 p.m. Parents will receive text updates if our arrival time changes.

How will I receive updates while my student is away?

We'll send important updates through our church texting system throughout the trip.

Text "youthcon26" to 833-270-5922 to subscribe.

What if my student takes medication?

Please give all medications directly to Ps. Abram before departure. Include clear instructions and any equipment needed for administration.

Will meals be provided?

Yes. Meals are included with registration.

Do parents need to sign anything?

Yes. Every student must have a completed waiver before departure. Please download, complete, and bring it with you on Friday.

What should my student bring for spending money?

Spending money is completely optional. Students may want money for the snack shop, merchandise, or other optional purchases during the weekend. SMYM Merch is always available at the convention and is very popular with our students!



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Please have convention payments submitted by NOVEMBER 1st. $25 Late fee will be added on NOVEMBER 2nd. FRIENDS WHO HAVE NEVER COME TO CONVENTION BEFORE ARE 1/2 OFF. $60 FOR THE WHOLE TRIP! Scholarship Application — Need help paying for Convention? Fill out this application for a scholarship to convention! Each student is able to go to convention regardless the financial situation. UPDATES Updates will be sent out via our church broadcast system. Text “youthcon26” to 833-270-5922 MEDICINE Give all medications to Ps. Abram before departure from Commission Church. Include clear instructions and all needed equipment. WHAT TO BRING Physical Bible (Required) Journal and pen ONE duffle bag per camper One small backpack, drawstring bag, or fanny pack Clothing appropriate for the winter weather Coat Personal hygiene items Deodorant Toothpaste and toothbrush Soap/shampoo Feminine hygiene products Spending money(optional) Snacks (optional) MEAL INFORMATION All meals are part of the registration price. We will eat dinner at Braums in Springfield on Friday evening Saturday's lunch will be included at the convention We will not eat dinner upon return Saturday evening, as we plan to get back to Kansas City in the early evening. RETURN INFORMATION Saturday, November 21st, 2026 Estimated return time: 5-6pm PARENT CHECKLIST Register your student by Nov, 1. Pay convention fees by Nov, 1. Sign up for text updates. Download and fill out waiver to bring to departure (Fill out waiver) on Nov 20th. Review packing list.REGISTER HERE!Pay for ConventionDonate to the youth fundFill out waiver Speaker: Jackson Sandefer North Texas Youth Ministries Youth Alive Director Jackson, in his heart of hearts, is a revivalist. He has witnessed moments of revival within youth ministry and on the campus, but is believing for the fullness of it across North Texas. He is a campus missionary to sports teams, lunch rooms, and has helped plant Bible clubs in one of the largest high schools in America. Through his ministry, Jackson has seen unchurched students saved, baptized, and healed! Our schools are the spiritual battleground of the nation, “If we lose there, we lose everywhere else.” His desire is to train, develop, and send out youth pastors who’s hearts would be broken for the campus, so revival would invade schools in every community through the church! FAQ: Can my student invite a friend? Absolutely! In fact, we encourage it. Students attending Convention for the first time receive 50% off registration, making the cost just $60. What if my family can't afford Convention? We never want finances to keep a student from encountering God. Scholarship assistance is available. Complete the Scholarship Application linked above, and we'll work with you to make sure your student can attend. When is payment due? Convention payment is due by November 1. Beginning November 2, a $25 late fee will be added. Where do we meet for departure? Meet at Commission Church on Friday, November 20. We will depart promptly at 2:00 p.m., so please arrive a few minutes early. What time will we return? We expect to return to Commission Church on Saturday, November 21, between 5:00–6:00 p.m. Parents will receive text updates if our arrival time changes. How will I receive updates while my student is away? We'll send important updates through our church texting system throughout the trip. Text "youthcon26" to 833-270-5922 to subscribe. What if my student takes medication? Please give all medications directly to Ps. Abram before departure. Include clear instructions and any equipment needed for administration. Will meals be provided? Yes. Meals are included with registration. Do parents need to sign anything? Yes. Every student must have a completed waiver before departure. Please download, complete, and bring it with you on Friday. What should my student bring for spending money? Spending money is completely optional. Students may want money for the snack shop, merchandise, or other optional purchases during the weekend. SMYM Merch is always available at the convention and is very popular with our students!

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