The Darkness and the Light

DNow 2023

March 3 – 5

Have you ever been in a place that’s truly dark? A place with absolutely zero sources of light? If we are honest, it’s scary and unsettling to experience a darkness that is disorienting and lonely. There is another kind of darkness that surrounds us. It’s not simply the absence of light. It’s the darkness of a world without good. A world without God.

Although there is darkness… there is a light that is overwhelming, all-consuming, and perfectly pure . . . a light that refuses to be ignored. It’s the light of God’s goodness. A light that drives away darkness, runs off despair, and drives out fear. A light that is comforting, clarifying, and shines for justice… A light that saves.
D-Now: The Darkness and Light is a retreat for students ranging from 7th-12th grade. We will have an amazing weekend where students will gather with their friends for worship, discipleship and fellowship. Students will be spiritually challenged and encouraged as they explore the bible in small group sessions and learn how to influence their world for Christ. Through each session, students will be empowered to discover how God’s light shines around them, in them, and through them.

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” – John 1:5

*price includes meals, activities, and t-shirt

Register

 DNOW FAQs: 

  • What are the dates and cost of DNOW? 
  • Friday, March 3 – Sunday, March 5 
  • $85 per person – register by February 12 for $20 discount with code: FOOTBALL 
  • What does the registration fee cover? 
  • The registration fee covers all meals, snacks, activities, and a t-shirt.   
  • Will students be staying in host homes this year? 
  • YES!  After three years, we are super excited to be able to return to the host home format for DNOW!  Each grade level and gender will be assigned to a host home.  The host home experience provides a special opportunity for small group discussions and bonding that deepen students’ relationships with each other and God. 
  • Will my student be allowed to leave DNOW for sports games/school activities? 
  • While we highly encourage each student to commit to staying at DNOW for the entire time, we do realize that some activities may need to be attended.  If your student does need to leave and return to DNOW, they MUST have a completed “Time Away” form on file BEFORE the weekend begins.  The “Time Away” form will be included in the DNOW packet that will be sent via email at a later time. 
  • Can I attend DNOW with my student? 
  • Only approved Student Ministry leaders and volunteers will be allowed to attend the DNOW sessions held at the church campus and host homes.  If you would like to become an approved Student Ministry volunteer, please email [email protected] to complete the onboarding process. 
  • Will there be a parent meeting for DNOW? 
  • Yes! A parent meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 1 at 7:30PM in the Student Building.  All things DNOW will be discussed at this meeting.  
  • When will the DNOW schedule and host home list be released? 
  • A detailed DNOW packet will be sent to all who register for DNOW.  The goal is to have all details finalized and the packet ready to email to registered students by February 17.  There will also be packets available at the parent meeting on March 1.