RYCE 2026

This year's theme

Running from Grace

This RYCE we'll walk through the book of Jonah and see how God's relentless love pursues us, even when we run from Him.

God's grace doesn't stop at chasing us down. It commissions us to share that same grace with the people around us.

JONAH 2:9

“But I with the voice of thanksgiving will sacrifice to you; what I have vowed I will pay. Salvation belongs to the Lord!”
ESV

Speaker

Justin Wong

Pastor · Professor · Next-gen ministry leader

Dr. Justin Wong is a pastor, professor, and next-generation ministry leader with more than 25 years of experience serving students, families, churches, and ministry leaders. A native Houstonian, Justin has devoted much of his ministry to discipling the next generation, developing leaders, and consuming coffee.

He currently serves as an adjunct professor at Houston Christian University, where he teaches courses in Christian theology, biblical studies, and spiritual formation. He also serves as the interim middle school pastor at Sugar Creek Baptist Church.

Justin holds a B.S. from Houston Christian University, an M.Div. and D.Min. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Th.M. and Ed.D. from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Both of his doctoral research projects focused on the spiritual formation and discipleship of emerging generations.

The details

When & Where

Date

December 27–30, 2026

Sunday through Wednesday

Location

Oak Glen Christian Conference Center

39364 Oak Glen Rd, Yucaipa, CA 92399

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Registration

Contact your local participating church.

Each church collects registration for its own group, so reach out to your youth pastor to sign up.

Get ready

Packing list

Oak Glen sits up in the mountains: it can be warm during the day and cold at night, so pack for layers.

Super important: bring a refillable water bottle.

Bible, notebook, pen or pencil
Refillable water bottleSeriously, don't forget it
Clothes for the weekWarm days, cold nights: pack layers
Jacket or sweatshirt/hoodie
Pajamas / sleeping clothes
Shoes, sandals
ToiletriesToothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, towel, slippers, soap, shampoo, lotion, contact lenses, glasses
Prescription medicineIf applicable
Sleeping bag & pillowFor a twin-size bed

Optional

Flashlight, batteries, camera, sunscreen, hat, and an extra $20–$40 if you want to buy things from the camp store.

Paperwork

Liability & Medical

Every camper needs a completed Oak Glen release of liability and medical consent form. The PDF includes:

Minor form, completed by a parent or legal guardian (under 18)
Adult form (18 and over)
Health screening form

Print the form that applies, fill it out, and sign it. Your church will let you know how and when to turn it in.

Download forms

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