We’re excited to announce the first-ever SOAR Youth Conference (hosted by the SCSC) happening January 9–11, 2026, on the campus of the University of Southern Mississippi! This weekend event is designed for 6th–12th grade students to grow in faith, connect with others, and be encouraged to soar higher in their walk with Christ. Youth groups will stay in Hattiesburg hotels, and registration will open in July 2025.
Attendees can look forward to breakout classes, guest keynote speakers, and fun games in the Payne Center. It’s also a great opportunity for juniors and seniors to preview the Southern Christian Student Center and see what it’s all about.
Make plans to join us—and help us spread the word! Follow along for updates on Instagram and Facebook: @soaryouthconf (https://www.facebook.com/reel/2952396178259435)
Soar Youth Camp
2026 Jan 9th-11th
Faith to the Top
Day 1
- 5:00-7:00 PM Registration (KW)
- 8:30-9:15 PM Keynote (Joe Paul) Ben Rickman
- 9:30-10:15 Break out (Thad)
- 10:30 Depart for Hotel
- Curfew 11:30
Day 2
- 9:00-9:40 Morning Devotional (Joe Paul)
- 9:50-10:20 Small groups (Break out Thad)
- 10:30-11:10 Class #1 (Ballroom)
- 11:15- 11:55 Class #2 (Ballroom)
- 12:00-1:30 Lunch/ free time (The fresh)
- 12:20-1:30 Lunch/ free time (The fresh)
- 12:40-1:30 Lunch/ free time (The fresh)
- 1:30-2:00 Get with group and go over Scavenger hunt rules (The Fresh)
- 2:00-3:00 Photo scavenger hunt (The Fresh to campus)
- 3:15-3:55 Class #3 (Ballroom)
- 4:05-5:00 Small group (Breakout rooms)
- 5:00-6:30 Dinner (The Fresh)
- 6:45-8:00 Keynote (Joe Paul) Matt Wallin
- 8:15-10:30 Games (Payne Center)
- 10:30 Depart for Hotels
- Curfew 11:30
- Jr/Sr night at Student Center till 11:30
Day 3
- 9:30-10 Small Groups (Break out Thad)
- 10:15-11:30 AM Worship (Joe Paul) Aaron Gallagher
- Noon Depart for Home