Two Weekends
Weekend #1
April 17-19
Weekend #2
April 24-26
May these two weekends continue to be sacred spaces where students recognize that they are not forgotten, not overlooked, and not alone—but actively and lovingly pursued by the God who saves.
2026 DYR Ministry Team
Ken Castor
Speaker for Both Weekends
From the Award-winning Jesus-Centered Bible to resources like Grow Down, and the Make a Difference Youth Bible, Ken wants to equip people with a dynamic relationship with Jesus. Drawing from 35 years of NextGen ministry, Dr. Ken loves speaking to groups and coaching leaders all across North America. Ken also enjoys life in Minnesota with his family.
Daybreak Church
Worship Team for Weekend #1
Daybreaks’s student worship team started small with just two students in 2018, but since then has grown not only in size, but in a hunger to lead their peers into the presence of Jesus. Daybreak's Worship Director, Eric Blas, will also be joining the team for the weekend as developing youth worship teams and environments remains a passion for him.
State College Alliance Church
Worship Team for Weekend #2
This college worship team graduated from Awake Student Ministry at SCAC and attended Lake Champion during their middle and high school years. The band has gone on to lead worship not only for church but also by creating worship songs of their own. This team loves making a joyful noise for His kingdom!
Resources
God’s Pursuit of Us
Before we ever thought to look for God, He was already moving toward us with intention and love. He searches hearts, tests motives, and invites honesty—not to shame or condemn, but to restore, lead, and establish His people on solid ground. His pursuit is not careless or casual; it is holy, faithful, and deeply personal.
Join us in praying that God would graciously reveal His nearness, His holiness, and His unfailing love at DYR.
Register by March 16, 2026
$175/student or leader
Any registrations received after March 16 will be $190 per person. Each church must provide at least one work crew member PLUS an additional work crew member for every 10 attendees.