Experiencing Connection - Open for Some Exciting News 🎁

During the month of October, we are highlighting opportunities for 11 to 32-year-olds as part of Montreat’s Youth & Young Adult Takeover Month. Check out our social media or visit our website to explore all of the ways you can participate.

Announcing Our 2027 Montreat Youth Conference and Middle School Conference Themes The wait is finally over! Today we are excited to announce the conference themes for our upcoming youth and middle school conferences. As our two signature events for youth, the themes for these conferences are often highly anticipated. Keep reading to see what’s in store for 2027! However, before we jump right in, we would like to share a little bit about the theme selection process. People often incorrectly assume that Montreat staff are responsible for picking the theme each year. As it turns out, the themes for these events are actually selected by the conference Planning Teams — and it’s a job they take very seriously! The process begins with time spent in worship, study, and reflection as team members consider the needs of today’s youth and how the upcoming conferences might respond to those needs… READ THE FULL ARTICLE NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Sign Up for Our Youth and Middle School Conferences Registration is now open for both Montreat Youth Conference and Middle School Conference! If you plan to attend or bring a group to either of these events, don’t wait to sign up. You can find more information, including leadership rosters, marketing resources, and ways to get involved, on our website. College Conference @ Montreat is Coming Up Soon! Hear from inspirational faith leaders like Shavon Starling-Louis and William Yoo during the 2027 College Conference @ Montreat! Hosted January 2–5, 2027, this conference gathers individual students, church groups, and campus ministries for an opportunity to reset and refocus before the spring semester starts. Check out the leadership roster here. A Retreat for Young Adults Adulting can be hard. But being surrounded by a community of faith can make it easier! That’s why we created The Manna Retreat, a weekend gathering for young adults between the ages of 22 and 32. This event seeks to provide spiritual nourishment for young adults navigating their “defining decade” while also connecting them with like-minded peers. Visit our website to find out more or register. It’s Time to Find Your People At Montreat, youth and young adults have an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with their peers and with new friends who are just like them, but that they wouldn’t have met otherwise. Come, discover a community that is ready to welcome you as you are! One of Montreat Conference Center’s core values, “experiencing connection” refers to our belief that we are called to experience life in the community of others. We encourage connection through learning, playing, listening deeply, and being fully present in ways that strengthen lasting relationships with God, each other, and the world around us. You can learn more about Montreat’s mission and values by clicking here.

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Experiencing Connection - Thank You for a Wonderful Summer

Thank You for a Wonderful Summer! Montreat Youth Conference has officially concluded for the 2026 summer season. As we look back on this year’s event, we are filled with gratitude for everyone — attendees, volunteers, and staff members alike — who helped make it such an unforgettable experience. We would like to take some time today to say thanks and to provide you with an update about next year’s conference… READ THE FULL ARTICLE NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Submit a Planning Team Application We are currently looking for youth and adults to serve on the Planning Teams for our 2028 youth and middle school conferences! Planning Team members are responsible for helping shape future conferences, including selecting the theme, developing Small Group and recreation activities, supporting worship services, and more. Apply today! A Gathering for Young Adults Save the date for The Manna Retreat, our annual event for young adults between the ages of 22 and 32(ish)! Taking place next January, this retreat offers support for young adults navigating the messiness of their “defining decade.” The Manna Retreat is three days, 100 young adults, one old hotel, and ten small groups dedicated to creating deeper faith and deeper relationships. Learn more or sign up for registration alerts here. Photo courtesy of Murtagh Masterpieces. Arts, Recreation, and Worship Registration is currently open for the Arts, Recreation, and Worship Conference (ARW), hosted in partnership with re:create. ARW is a week-long opportunity to engage in hands-on learning related to community, creativity, and leadership in ministry settings. In addition to whole group worship and recreation events, participants select from a wide range of unique classes — many of which address topics related to youth ministry. Find out more. We Love Our Clubbies! Summer in Montreat wouldn't be the same without our Clubs and Child Care programs. Read about Montreat Clubs and what makes it so special in this blog post written by our summer marketing assistant! One of Montreat Conference Center’s core values, “experiencing connection” refers to our belief that we are called to experience life in the community of others. We encourage connection through learning, playing, listening deeply, and being fully present in ways that strengthen lasting relationships with God, each other, and the world around us. You can learn more about Montreat’s mission and values by clicking here.

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