Each year, the youth have an opportunity to go to a life-changing youth conference called “Big Stuf” in Florida. The conference consists of great worship and teaching times as well as time for the youth group to meet in small groups with mentors. The mission of Big Stuf is “to creatively communicate the refreshing Spirit of Christ, the truth of His Word, and the difference living for Him can make in our lives. Our desire is to create environments that enhance the opportunities to lead students into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.” To learn more about Big Stuf, log on to their website (www.bigstuf.com).

This year, the trip is scheduled for July 5 - 11. We have seen the lives of youth change because of Big Stuf. You can log on to the Big Stuf page of our website (www.CBCspringfield.org/bigstuf) to read letters from those who took the trip last year.

However, the trip costs $425 per person and not everyone can afford to go. Knowing how important Big Stuf is to the spiritual growth of our youth, the youth area is determined to find the money for them to go. This is done a couple of different ways:

First, fundraisers are scheduled. The next fundraiser is a car wash on Saturday, May 31 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Ace Hardware on Wabash.

Second, we ask our church family, Sunday School classes, and groups to consider giving a monetary gift towards scholarships for students.

If you or your group would like to contribute, or if you have questions, please contact Josh (523-3639, ext. 27 or josh@CBCyouth.org).