The vision for The Gathering is to create a high-energy weekend conference for Mississippi students in grades 6th – 12th to gather together to celebrate Christ and grow in Him. Our commitment is to create a first-class experience featuring the best worship teams and communicators for this generation. The Gathering strives to be a highlight of your year!
The Gathering Schedule
Friday, February 24
7:00 p.m. Check In/Late Registration/Pre-party Outdoor Courtyard
8:30 p.m. Worship Session Sanctuary
10:30 p.m. Leave for the night
11:00 p.m. Church group time (guide provided) Church group time
Saturday, February 25
10:00 a.m. Worship Session Sanctuary
12:00 p.m. Lunch Fellowship Hall
Chick-fil-A sandwich, chips and a bottle of water. Youth leaders are asked to take care of the students with dietary restrictions.)
1:00 p.m. Todd Smith illusionist. Sanctuary
2:15 p.m. Youth Leader Training led by Weston Blaha 84
2:15 p.m. Student Breakout 1
Todd Smith hand magic. 235
Frank Haynes (Q&A) Fellowship Hall
Phil Joel (Q&A) Youth Worship Room
Big Al Worship Party Sanctuary
2:55 p.m. Student Breakout 2
Todd Smith hand magic. 235
Frank Haynes (Q&A) Fellowship Hall
Phil Joel (Q&A) Youth Worship Room
Big Al Worship Party Sanctuary
3:30 p.m. Free time onsite or on your own
5:00p.m. Campus closed/Dinner offsite on your own
7:30 p.m. Worship Session Sanctuary
9:30 p.m. Dismiss
Session 1 Small Group :: Prodigal Son :: Luke 15:11-24
Small Group leaders, I would read your group well and if it is needed, I would encourage you to ask if any still need to return home that did not do it during the response time. Let them know, they can do that right now in the group. They don’t have to do it in the Sanctuary. You can always come home.
Session 2 Small Group :: Calming the Storm :: Mark 4:35-41
Session 3 Small Group :: Rich Young Ruler :: Mark 10:17-31
The Gathering FAQs
Who?
Students in Grades 6-12 and their leaders
What?
The vision behind The Gathering is to create a high energy weekend conference for students to gather from all over the state to celebrate our Lord and Savior. Our commitment is to create a weekend event that is as first-class quality as you could find anywhere else in the country, with the best worship teams and communicators.
What time does it start?
Pre party begins at 6:30pm Friday February 24,2023
Where?
Christ United Methodist Church, 6000 Old Canton Road, Jackson, Mississippi
Please park behind Christ UMC. There will be flags to guide you. We would like all the students to enter through the courtyard for the atmosphere of this event.
How Much?
Large group registration: $60 (20 or more must be registered by February 13, 2023 if registered by February 13,2023
Regular: $70 (if registered & paid by end of February 16, 2017)
Late: $80 (after February 13, 2017)
Partial scholarships (limited availability): Contact Mike Howington mhowington@mississippi-umc.org or 601.354.0515
Pay online with credit card when you register or you may mail a check to:
Mississippi Conference of The United Methodist Church
320-C Briarwood Drive
Jackson, MS 39206
How do I register?
Click here to register.
Lodging?
Each church plans there own lodging.
What to bring?
Completed consent/health/release form for each minor
Spending money
What do we need spending money for?
Gathering T-Shirts, $15
Old gathering T-Shirts, $10
Concession stand, (drinks, chips, candy, etc.) $1
Phil Joel Merchandise
Big Al Merchandise
Any extra needed for free time
Exhibitor Space Available
Price: $100
What all does it include:
-6ft table in lobby at
-2 day event access
-We will introduce you and your ministry during the event
-power available
Please contact Mike Howington at mhowington@mississippi-umc.org
Upon Arrival:
Check-in is located on the second floor. Leave your students in the courtyard at the pre-party and check in at the registration tables. Please have this adult bring to check-in: completed consent/health/release form for each minor, amount due if you have a balance. We will give this adult an event packet. Packets include: name badges, printed schedules and maps of the Christ UMC campus. Packets will also include a copy of the Church Group Time guide.
What if the number of students changes after registration?
Number changes are welcomed and expected. If you have a new head count before February 20, please contact Mike Howington at mhowington@mississippi-umc.org After February 20, if it is a significant change please call Mike Howington at 601.354.0515 or email mhowington@mississippi-umc.org. Otherwise we can handle them at the door.
What is Church Group Time?
A moment each evening that youth groups can get together and unpack the highlights that God revealed that day. The guide will have discussion to help stimulate conversation. This also serves as a deeper response time to follow up with anything God is pouring in the kids’ hearts.
What is the Pre-party?
This outdoor pre-party is a great time for the students to leave the school week behind and enter an atmosphere built just for this weekend. The pre-party includes: Laser tag, basketball, DJ, inflatables, candy/coke concessions, photo 360 booth, 9 square, octoball and other games.
Website/Hashtag/facebook
http://www.mississippi-umc.org/thegathering
#umcgathering23
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