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Children's & Youth Ministry

Summit

October 6–8th, 2025

Mount Hermon

Children's & Youth Ministry Summit

Monday–Tuesday
  October 6–8th, 2025
  Conference Center
Are you a children’s ministry worker or youth pastor feeling the need for connection, renewal, and inspiration? Join us at Mount Hermon for an unforgettable retreat designed specifically for those dedicated to nurturing the next generation!
Featuring spiritual renewal through powerful worship and teaching, connections and community, inspirational seminars, and thrill-filled recreation.

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In Partnership With

 

2025 Speaker & Worship

A Message from Brad:

You love kids and teenagers, and you love Jesus. And sometimes ministry seasons are challenging. At this year's Summit, we'll talk about how not to lose the plot in the midst of all the work of ministry.

Then we'll dive into research from real youth and children's ministry leaders like you to learn how to prevent burnout. Finally, we'll be reminded that Jesus not only calls us to ministry, but stays in the boat with us through it. We are never alone.

Join us for inspiring teaching, incredible worship, wonderful fellowship and an unforgettable retreat.
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2025 Pricing

Food, Lodging, & Program

per person

Single Occupancy $100
Double Occupancy $75
Optional Summit Extension* +$50

*OPTIONAL EXTENSION: Join us for the Summit Extension, which includes additional programming, dinner on Tuesday, an additional night’s stay, and continental breakfast on Wednesday for only $50 more!

Brad Griffin

Brad is the Senior Director of Content & Research for the Fuller Youth Institute. He has co-authored more then 15 books including “Faith Beyond Youth Group” and “Sticky Faith.”

Grace Wysong

Grace Wysong is currently the worship leader and director for the college and young adult ministry at Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, Ca. She loves leading worship for various churches, ministries and camps and conferences. She also serves as a guest worship leader for surrounding churches. She looks forward to meeting you and worshipping together.

Schedule

We prioritize quality teaching and enough free time for fun.

When What
11:30 AM Check-In
12:30 PM Lunch in Dining Hall
1:30 PM Opening Session
2:30 PM Breakout Session 1
4:00 PM Breakout Session 2 or Free-time Rec options
5:30 PM Dinner
7:00 PM Evening Session
When What
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Morning Session
10:00 AM Solo Time
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Camp Tours
2:30 PM Afternoon Session
3:30 PM Main Conference Ends, Summit Extension Begins!
6:00 PM Dinner
7:30 PM Worship Night at Victory Circle
When What
8:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Morning Session

Seminars

Seminar Led by
Leading Change In Your Church Steven Johnson, Director of Family Ministries at Mount Hermon
Discipling Young Children Yolanda Beaudoin, Director of Children's Ministry at Twin Lakes Church
Training Your Youth Volunteers Kelsey Paterson, Mount Hermon's Director of Ponderosa Lodge at Mount Hermon
Sharing the Unchanging Gospel in an Ever-Changing World Kelsey Paterson, Mount Hermon's Director of Ponderosa Lodge at Mount Hermon
How to Welcome and Serve Families Navigating Disabilities
Youth Ministry Round Table
Children's Ministry Round Table
  • ACTIVITIES

    Sequoia Aerial Adventure

  • ACTIVITIES

    Redwood Canopy Tour

  • ACTIVITIES

    McAfee Fieldhouse

  • ACTIVITIES

    Hiking

  • FACILITIES

    McAfee Fieldhouse

  • FACILITIES

    Auditorium

  • FACILITIES

    Dining Hall

  • FACILITIES

    Meeting Room

  • FACILITIES

    Commons

  • FACILITIES

    Lodge Room Interior

 
Prepare

Before Getting to Camp

  • Packing List

    Keep these in mind when you're packing.

    • Bible
    • Notepad and pen
    • Casual outdoor clothes including warmer clothes for evenings
    • Comfortable shoes for walking the grounds
    • Flashlight

    Optional

    • Umbrella—rain is a possibility
  • Medical Dietary Form

    Have a Special Diet or Medical Dietary issue? Please fill out this form to let us know about it so we can better serve you.

When You Arrive

 
Location

Conference Center
37 Conference Dr.
Mount Hermon, CA 95041
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