GameDay

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Training is a huge part of students’ lives. Whether they’re in basketball, soccer, football, gymnastics or even choir, ballet or band... they’re committed. They spend hours practicing, training, rehearsing, and pushing themselves to the limit.

While all these activities are great, as their youth leader you know they’ve got another game to get ready for. At GameDay, your students will face the reality and the urgency of the “competition” they are a part of everyday in the grand Kingdom conflict for the souls of their friends.

Through powerful training, worship, drama, and outreach opportunities your teens will pour into 2 Timothy 4:1-8 and come away motivated and equipped to follow the Apostle Paul’s three powerful charges to young believers:

Go… preach the Word - learn the basics of the full story of the GOSPEL and the inerrancy of scripture.
Fight… for their friends - train hard and learn to use the tools of prayer, pursuit and persuasion.
Win… the reward - play for keeps in order to get the prize set aside for those committed to THE Cause of Christ.

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Greg Stier has been used by God to impact the lives of hundreds of thousands of teenagers across America. He combines amazing true-life stories with his own unique brand of humor to communicate Biblical truth in a way that, not only inspires, but equips teenagers for action. As founder and president of Dare 2 Share, Greg leads his team toward the single goal of mobilizing teenagers to reach their world with the good news of Jesus Christ (Acts 1:8). He is the author of ten books and numerous resources, including Dare 2 Share: A Field Guide for Sharing Your Faith, and Ministry Mutiny: A Youth Leader Fable.

Zane Black: After years of living for cheap thrills and temporary highs, Zane experienced a radical encounter with Jesus that changed his life forever. Zane’s lifestyle of drugs, and alcohol became a thing of the past as he found a new adventure in an “all out” life with Jesus. Zane loves sharing about the love and power of God that rocked his world, in hopes that students would encounter Jesus and live “all out” lives for Him as well. Zane has had the opportunity to share at Torchbearer bible schools, Dare 2 Share conferences, Creation Fest, local Churches, and take part in both Gospel Journey films.

For more information, visit www.zaneblack.com

Jason Petty ("Propaganda") Los Angeles based Propaganda currently tours full time as an artist and speaker, but has held many ministry and community service roles over the years including serving as Youth Pastor at Lionheart Ministries in San Bernardino, CA. He is also one of the trainers and performers for The Urban Youth Workers Institute, an organization designed to equip urban youth workers with relevant practical, tools for youth workers. At the Dare 2 Share conference, Jason will be delivering powerful messages as a speaker as well as a Spoken Word artist.

For more information visit www.humblebeast.com

Brenton Brown: GameDay’s worship artist is Brenton Brown. A South African native and acclaimed worship leader, Brenton has written some of the church's best-loved songs - Your Love Is Amazing, Lord Reign In Me and Holy Holy Holy.

For more information about him and his music, visit www.brentonbrown.com

Conference FAQ

How are teens mobilized for evangelism at a Dare 2 Share conference?

Students receive in-depth and hands-on evangelism training using the GOSPEL Journey®. Teens are also challenged in the middle of the conference to call a few of their unbelieving friends and share the gospel, as well as sent to an area high school or middle school on an outreach experience that will help them gain a vision for bringing the gospel to their own school.

What will my teens learn at a Dare 2 Share conference?

Dare 2 Share conferences are designed to train and equip teens to share the gospel with their friends. Through in-depth explanation of the gospel message and hands-on evangelism opportunities throughout the conference weekend, teens will leave the conference with a passion to share the gospel and the tools they need to do so relationally and relentlessly.

I've brought my teens to a Dare 2 Share conference before; won't it be the same content this year?

No! Each unique Dare 2 Share provides fresh, relevant themes for a unique experience with each tour, building upon students' spiritual foundation and grounding them in Christian theology.

What does a Dare 2 Share conference weekend include?

A Dare 2 Share youth evangelism conference weekend features a full-production drama, powerful worship, Biblical sessions, hands-on evangelism training, interactive games, and an afternoon outreach experience. There is also a special breakout training session with Greg for youth leaders on Saturday morning.

How much does a Dare 2 Share conference cost?

Registration prices range from $44 to $69 depending on deadlines. Several promotions are offered in advance.

Does Dare 2 Share provide meals and drinks?

Dare 2 Share does not provide food or refreshments during the weekend. There are several breaks throughout the weekend, allowing enough time to get food from concession stands and/or leave the site to go to local restaurants. Most sites do not allow groups to bring in their own food. If you have questions please contact your Ministry Advocate at 800.462.8355.

What ages can attend Dare 2 Share conferences?

While these youth ministry conferences are designed for the high school age group, students can attend in middle school and continue to attend throughout their high school experience

Where do we stay when we come to a Dare 2 Share conference?

Dare 2 Share has negotiated prices with hotels in each conference area. Go to your city conference city page and look for your "city sheet," which has hotel information on the second page, along with other pertinent logistical information to assist your planning.

If I don't use all my tickets, can I get a refund or give them to a different church?

Sorry, all tickets are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Are there services for disabled or handicapped persons?

Yes, please contact your conference city’s Ministry Advocate with any special needs your group may have so we can make sure you are taken care of.

Why are Dare 2 Share conferences effective?

Dare 2 Share youth ministry conferences are effective at mobilizing your teens to relationally and relentlessly reach their generation for Christ because they:

Get teens out of the youth room.

For believing teens, getting them out of the same building and into a new climate opens the doors to their hearts to hear and receive. For unbelieving teens, going to a convention center to spend time with friends is neutral territory and a lot less daunting than going to church to sit in a youth group room.
Excite teens about God.

The atmosphere of an arena or auditorium crammed with thousands of teenagers surges and pulsates with excitement and anticipation. Before the first session ever starts, students are already excited, screaming, yelling and pumped. This electrifying atmosphere prepares the way for spiritual impact. (Studies have shown that many movements have been launched by large group meetings, i.e. 1st & 2nd Great Awakenings.)
Help teens realize they're not alone.

Over the course of a conference weekend, teens build strong bonds with those in their youth group, but they also build an invisible bond with every teen in the auditorium. Together, the teens experience God and the mission he has called them to. This reaffirming climate ensures positive reinforcement for teenagers when they stand to give their testimonies on the Saturday night portion of the weekend. Student after student is applauded and affirmed by the teens that hear their stories; the teens listening realize that they are not alone in their struggles.
Engage teens in the cause of Christ.

Students need to feel a part of something bigger. It is the way that God has wired them. As a part of a conference where thousands of students gather for a common mission, many of these teenagers know for the first time in their lives that they are part of something bigger. There is an army of students from across their city with the same passion, purpose and cause. The more students there are, the more this feeling is punctuated. The more it is punctuated, the stronger the likelihood that students on the fence will choose to be more than a spectator in the coming student awakening.

Scholarships - Did you know that you can get scholarships to the GameDay conference for students who are spiritually unsaved or have a financial need? Click here for the application form.

Conference Information Sheet - This document contains tons of specific information you will need to bring students to the GameDay conference in Washington, D.C. including deals on hotels and contact info for other youth leaders you can talk to about how it has impacted their groups.

Waiver Release Form - Download and print. Have each student and leader fill out this form and turn them in at the conference!

Conference Schedule (Download a full Conference Schedule here)
Friday -Doors Open 6:30pm, Start 7:30pm, End 10:30pm
Saturday - Doors Open 7:30am, Start 8:30am, End 9:00pm

Parent Letter - Click to download the GameDay Parent letter. Helpful information to explain the conference to parents.

Drama Guide - Click to download the GameDay Drama Discussion Guide. A helpful outline of the two dramas at the conference and suggested debrief and discussion questions.

Promo DVD - Make sure you pick up the GameDay promotional DVD. It has trailers and testimonies for you to use when promoting GameDay with your students!

GameDay Slide - Use this slide when promoting the conference at your church and in your youth group meetings!

GameDay Youth Room Poster - Pin this poster up in your youth room and get pumped up for the GameDay conference!

GameDay Bulletin Insert - Modify this bulletin insert with the information your congregation needs to know about the GameDay trip.

Desktop Background - Grass Field - Wood Floor - Sport your GameDay pride all the time! Use this image as the desktop of your computer!

Desktop Background Widescreen - Grass Field - Wood Floor - Sport your GameDay pride all the time! Use this image as the desktop of your computer! This one works best if you have a widescreen monitor.

Be a part of something big!

Volunteer at a Dare 2 Share Conference! Each year it takes thousands of volunteers to pull off our training conferences and we need your help. If you're 18 or older we'd love to have you be a part of the team that helps teens become passionate about the Gospel and sharing it with their friends. Check out our online volunteer form and see if God might be calling you or your small group to serve. This weekend will change the lives of teens, and it could end up changing yours as well.

Click here to learn more and to sign up to volunteer!

Be sure to join us for STRENGTH TRAINING –

A special youth leader training breakout session on Saturday morning at the GameDay Conference. One youth leader per church can participate in this one hour and 45 minute training with Greg Stier.

This year’s training will focus on taking your evangelism
from puny to powerful!

We'll explore:

Paul's words to Timothy to,"Do the work of an evangelist
How to strengthen your Core of students and leaders
Ways to apply the Multi-P.L.I.E.D strategy

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Get teens out of the youth room.

Excite teens about God.

Help teens realize they're not alone.

Engage teens in the cause of Christ.

Be a part of something big!

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