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International Youth Convention 2026

We are going to Cincinnati, Ohio for International Youth Convention (IYC) 2026. This is our opportunity to gather with other teenagers from Church of God communities around the world. We’ll hear from world-class speakers, worship, and grow together individually and together.

Mark your calendar: June 28-July 4, 2026

The event itself is June 29-July 2, but we will be gone June 28th-July 4th, 2026.

A $169 deposit is due by December 1, 2025 to reserve your spot.

For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Pastor Erin.

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Budget Breakdown

The total cost is $1,300.

We have payment deadlines over the course of the year to help make the total price more accessible. We have fundraising opportunities available as well!

Do not let finances be the reason you don’t come. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Pastor Erin.

It is best to pay via check dropped off in the church office or with Pastor Erin, with your student’s name noted.

FAQs

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  • Those in 7th-12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year can attend IYC 2026.

  • Pastor Erin will be leading the trip. There is also at least one adult per room with students. The adults going is yet to be determined.

  • The convention is happening in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio.

    We will be staying at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza.

    Currently, our itinerary is as follows; more details will be provided as we have them:

    June 28th- Fly to Cincinnati

    June 29th- Conference

    June 30th- Conference

    July 1st- Conference

    July 2nd- Conference

    July 3rd- Outing in Ohio

    July 4th- Fly home

  • We have a few fundraisers coming up:

    • Panda Express Virtual Fundraiser: find details here

      • Our first event was September 29th. Join us for our upcoming dates:

        • October 29th

        • November 28th

        • December 29th

        • January 29th

    • Raise Right: ongoing. Find more details here

    • Spring Cleaning: Spring, 2026

    • Ongoing opportunities for work around the church to fundraise (contact Pastor Erin)

  • Contact Pastor Erin by email or you can text on the church texting line: (360)727-0048.