JULY 15-18, 2024 — LANCASTER, PA

Paul will serve as our guide as together we navigate his admonishment in Philippians 2:1-5 (NIV) where he says,

2 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.
5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:

Join alongside fellow Brethren youth and advisors as we gather for Engage Conference and explore this text from Paul to the church in Philippi. Paul's words rang true for his original audience and also for us today. While it's true that we don't fully reflect the vision of the church Paul paints in his letter, we do desire to proclaim that WE ARE striving to resemble, as best we can, the sort of Church Paul describes.


This year's Engage Conference will be a time to gather together to learn, worship, laugh, celebrate and share with one another. Make your plans now to attend. More information can be found throughout this page. We look forward to seeing you in Lancaster!

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!


DATES

JULY 15-18, 2024

COST

$215

Student & Advisor Rate

Rates will increase to $265 on April 15, 2024

$355

Advisor Delegate Rate

Rates will increase to $405 on April 15, 2024

LOCATION


REGISTER FOR ENGAGE

In-person attendees staying at the Wynhman Resort and Convention Center, receive breakfast as part of their conference registration.


All advisors are invited to attend the General Conference business sessions each day of the conference, regardless of whether or not you're serving as a delegate. While all business session attendees are allowed to speak from the floor of conference, only delegates are permitted to vote.

FINANCIAL AID

The hope of the Brethren Church and the leaders of the BYIC is to give all individuals interested in attending the Engage Conference the opportunity to do so. We know that our economy's reality can make cost a limiting factor for attending the Engage Conference.

To be considered for one of the available scholarships, you must complete and submit the application by
March 15, 2024. Upon review, you will be contacted by April 1, 2024 regarding the status of your application.


MARTY HASKINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship was created in memory of Marty Haskins and his lifelong commitment to the youth of the Brethren Church. Marty served as the Youth Pastor at Carson Oaks Community Church in Stockton, CA, and as the District Youth Pastor for the California District of the Brethren Church. Marty and his wife, Judy, were passionate about ministering to youth and gave their time and resources to impact the lives of the Brethren youth.


There are ten $100 scholarships available.

FEATURED SPEAKERS



Thavisith (Mr. T) is an accomplished and award-winning speaker who has spoken at events ranging from 30 to 3,000 attendees. After 20 years serving as a high school counselor and soccer coach, Mr. T was called into ministry in 2014.


He is a member of Toastmasters International. Toastmasters is a nonprofit educational organization that builds confidence and teaches public speaking skills through a worldwide network of clubs. 


At the age of 12, his mom and dad, along with his five siblings, immigrated to the United States as refugees from the war-torn country of Laos. Through that journey, Mr. T discovered that he is the object of Jesus’s affection. At his core, Mr. T is driven by a heart and love for people, that everyone would experience the love and hope of Jesus - no matter where they’ve been, what they’ve done, or what’s been done to them.


When he is not making meaningful connections with people, he can be found memorizing and reciting scriptures or jumping rope. 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Mr. T



EMCEE: PAYTON GAYRE

LODGING


Preferred lodging is available at the Wyndham Lancaster.

In addition to being the host location for the Engage Conference, a special lodging rate has been extended to us by the Wyndham.



NIGHTLY RATE . single/double . $149

NIGHTLY RATE. triple/quad . $159

*Rates are subject to occupancy tax of 11%

This discounted rate is good for two days before and two days after Engage Conference should you desire to come early or stay after. Additionally, it is free to park at the Wyndham.


To book your room, fill out the LODGING REQUEST FORM and return to conference@brethrenchurch.org

Discover the variety of opportunities Lancaster has to offer. Click the Discover Lancaster logo to learn more.

WORSHIP


Jonas & Becky Woods are singer/songwriters with a heart for worship. They will be leading us in songs of praise and celebration, both new and familiar, throughout our time together.

Official website: https://www.jonaswoods.net/

Tekiuh "Teknical" Hutton is a spoken word poet based in the Greater Cincinnati area. A lover of words and communication, she began writing short poems and songs in elementary school. During her undergraduate career, she discovered her love for the art of spoken word performance, as it presented her writing in a way that was more aligned with her expressive personality. As a follower of Christ, Teknical hopes to spread the message of the gospel through creative writing and moving delivery of the Word of God.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES


Wednesday afternoon will be a free day for attendees to spend time together. In addition to lounging pool side or going into downtown Lancaster for a bit of shopping or taking in a museum we have a couple of paid add-on opportunities you can take advantage of. Add-on opportunities are part of your registration, and can be selected at the time you register.

GOLF OUTING: $40

Spend Wednesday afternoon enjoying the onsight championship, 18-hole course as it winds its way between two working Amish farms, through lush fairways dotted with stately trees and offering challenging features such as over-water shots, uphill approaches, and three-tiered greens. This historic course has welcomed game legends such as Arnold Palmer, Sam Snead, and Jack Nicklaus.

SIGHT & SOUND THEATER: $89

From the fiery furnace to the infamous den of lions, Daniel is a spectacular theatrical experience for the whole family. Witness one of the Bible's most hope-filled stories as it comes to life in this brand-new original stage production from Sight & Sound Theatres®.


Showtime: Wednesday, July 17 at 3:00pm

     Seating Information - Section 104, Rows R (seats 81-91), S (seats 81-93), T (seats 81-93) | 40 seats total


Note: there is a limited number of tickets, and they are likely to last only a short time.

The General Conference schedule is subject to change without notice.

Helpful Info

Registration Form

Use to collect student info prior to registering online

Engage Medical Form

Use to collect student info for your own internal use

Rules & Guidelines

Helpful info to give to youth and parents before Engage

Engage Packing List

Suggested, sample packing list for students

The items below must be signed and submitted to conference@brethrenchurch.org no later than July 1, 2024.

Chaperone Waiver Wyndham Minor Waiver

Questions concerning the Engage Conference, contact conference@brethrenchurch.org



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