JULY 27 - 29, 2018
SPOKANE CONVENTION CENTER
JULY 27 - 29, 2018
SPOKANE CONVENTION CENTER
"IN THIS WAY THE LOVE OF GOD WAS REVEALED TO US: GOD SENT HIS ONLY SON INTO THE WORLD SO THAT WE MIGHT HAVE LIFE THROUGH HIM."
We live in a world where there are voices shouting at us from all sides, trying to tell us who we are and who we aren’t, who we should be and who we shouldn’t be. If we pay too much attention to these voices, it won’t be long before we forget our true identity altogether. But amidst all the noise is our loving Father, who wants to make Himself known to us and speak truth about who we are. God’s love is deeper and His plan for our lives is greater than anything the world has to offer – will we allow Him to reveal it to us? Come experience the love of God in a new and more profound way. He has so much in store for you.
We live in a world where there are voices shouting at us from all sides, trying to tell us who we are and who we aren’t, who we should be and who we shouldn’t be. If we pay too much attention to these voices, it won’t be long before we forget our true identity altogether. But amidst all the noise is our loving Father, who wants to make Himself known to us and speak truth about who we are. God’s love is deeper and His plan for our lives is greater than anything the world has to offer – will we allow Him to reveal it to us? Come experience the love of God in a new and more profound way. He has so much in store for you.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
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REGISTRATION - GROUP
Conference Cost On-Campus option -- CLOSED
Dorm housing at Gonzaga University and five meals included - $215 per person
Dorm housing is very limited -- please call Peggy for availability (360-789-1000)
Conference Cost Off-Campus option:
Registration and three meals included (breakfasts NOT included) - $165 per person
(No cost for non-chaperone priests attending with group.)
If you choose to stay off campus, group rates are available at the following hotels.
Red Lion River Inn: $99/single or double per night, $109/triple or quad per night. Includes breakfast. Red Lion link
Holiday Inn Express: $109/single, double, triple, or quad per night. Includes breakfast.
For this hotel, as soon as you enter your dates, the discounted rate will come up. Holiday Inn Link
Best Western PLUS: $119/single, double, triple, or quad per night. Includes breakfast. Best Western Link
The Group Leader (typically a Youth Minister) completes an online registration form and receives links to registration/liability forms for that group's participants (including chaperones, young adults, youth, priest). Individual group members then complete the appropriate form via the corresponding link to become officially registered. Group leaders will be sent a link for managing the group members. There must be one adult chaperone (over the age of 21) for each group of 1-8 same-gender youth. Young adults are welcome and may serve as small group helpers, but not as chaperones. Anyone graduating prior to 2018 and younger than 21 at the time of the conference is considered a Young Adult and will need to be screened as an adult. All Adults and Young Adults must be in compliance with the Safe Environment policies.
Group Leader: Adult who serves as main contact prior to and during conference
Youth: Incoming high school freshmen through 2018 graduated high school seniors
Chaperone: Adult at least 21 years old
Young Adult: Graduated prior to 2018 and under 21 years old
GROUPS REGISTER HERE Please call Peggy to confirm dorm availability 360-789-1000
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REGISTRATION - RELIGIOUS VOCATION
Priest Costs:
There is no fee for non-chaperone priests who hear confessions throughout the weekend.
Priest Lodging:
There is limited housing available at Bishop White Seminary on Gonzaga's campus.
Please indicate your need for housing on your registration form.
Priests assigned outside of the Diocese of Spokane must provide a Testimony of Suitability for Ministry. Priests accompanying groups will register through their Group Leader. Priests attending independently, please REGISTER HERE
Deacon/Seminarian/Religious Sisters (NOT attending with group and NOT volunteering) Costs:
We will provide a meal bracelet for lunch and dinner on Saturday. Lodging in 2-bedroom apartments at Gonzaga is available ($30/night). Please indicate "Housing Needed" on registration form if desired. REGISTER HERE
NOTE: Deacons, Seminarians and Religious Sisters accompanying groups will register through their Group Leader. Those who want to serve as Volunteers, please register below.
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REGISTRATION - VOLUNTEERS
Our volunteers are the reason we are able to offer this life-changing weekend to the youth of the Northwest. We are so very thankful for each and every one. Starting Thursday and continuing through Sunday afternoon, we welcome any time you are able to commit to helping us out. As a Steubenville Northwest volunteer, you will be given the opportunity to sign up to serve in particular areas (e.g. ushering, bookstore, first aid, etc.). If your preference isn’t available, we appreciate your willingness to serve where needed.
Volunteer Costs:
It costs $60 for meals and $60 for housing per person over the conference weekend. Donations are appreciated to offset this cost.
Volunteer Housing:
Out of town volunteers may be housed on Gonzaga University's campus in two-bedroom apartments. Please indicate this need on your registration form.
Alternative lodging is available at nearby hotels. Please see "Resources" tab (above).
If you would like to join this group of amazing, life-giving adults, please REGISTER HERE
For more information, contact our Volunteer Ministry Lead
All volunteers must be Safe Environment compliant. If you need to take the class prior to volunteering, the Diocese of Spokane is offering one at 4:00 Friday, July 27.
Click here to register.
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MORE OPTIONS......
FRANCISCAN LEAD
LEAD is a five-day training retreat for teens who are ready to step up to the next level in leadership. It immediately precedes the conference weekend, and prepares teens to go back to their youth groups and communities equipped and empowered to share their Catholic faith through leadership, evangelization, and discipleship. The 2018 cost for Franciscan LEAD is $450 (which includes a $100 scholarship). Click HERE for more information.
INCREASE
INCREASE is the perfect transition for your youth group from HEARING the message of Jesus Christ to SHARING the message of Jesus Christ. This opportunity follows the Steubenville Northwest Conference weekend from Sunday evening to Tuesday afternoon, and is capped at the first 100 participants. Join other youth groups as they work together to paint, aid those in need of a little extra help around the house, mow some lawns, and experience the JOY of simply serving others. 2018 cost is $100 per person and includes lodging at Gonzaga and meals (breakfast and lunch on Monday and Tuesday). JULY 29 - JULY 31, 2018 Click HERE for more information.
SILVERWOOD THEME PARK
Many of the groups attending Steubenville Northwest begin their weekend with a trip to Silverwood Theme Park in Idaho. We are able to get a volume discount on admission and meals (approx. $55 per person for 2018), and welcome all interested Group Leaders to contact Lucy@silverwoodthemepark.com or click here for informational flyer with discount code.
CONFERENCE T-SHIRTS
2018 conference T-shirts are available by pre-order for $17-$20 each.
If interested, please complete a T-Shirt Order Form
For customized shirts, please contact Bob Falkner at raisethebardesigns@gmail.com
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QUICK REFERENCE
2018 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
General Conference Info Flyer General Conference Info Flyer - Spanish
DEADLINES
ONGOING: $50 non-refundable deposit (per person) is due within two weeks of online group registration
JUNE 1: Last day to pre-order T-shirts T-shirt order form
JUNE 1: Group registrations due (A $15/person late fee will be applied for any spots reserved after June 1)
JUNE 1: Last day to drop spots -- Full payment will be charged for all spots reserved as of this date
JUNE 20: Final payment due (Balance is based on number of spots reserved as of June 1 + any new registrants)
JUNE 20: ALL supplemental registration forms due (All forms may be found here.)
CODE OF CONDUCT - all who register as adults and young adults
VERIFICATION FORM - one per group, listing all who register as adults and young adults
HOUSING FORM - one per group, listing all those staying on campus
BRING-A-FRIEND PROGRAM FORM (optional)
