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Youth Christmas Institute 2026

Location: Camp Sullivan, Oak Forest, IL

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Sponsored by the NIC Filipino American United Methodists and the NIC Council on Young People's Ministries.

July 19 to 21
Camp Sullivan, Oak Forest, IL

Open to youth ages 12 to 25 across our conference and beyond.
While it is organized by the NIC Filipino American United Methodists, all youth are welcome to attend regardless of background.

Cost: $50 per person, covers lodging, meals, and activities
Registration is first-come, first-served until July 10.

Register Online

Check in will be at 3 p.m. on Sun., July 19. The event ends at 2 p.m. on Tues., July 21.


Theme: Safe in God’s Arms, Together in God’s Heart

Theme Verse: Psalm 91:4
“He will cover you with his wings; you will be safe in his care; his faithfulness will protect and defend you.”

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Participants must complete the following waivers and follow Safe Sanctuaries guidelines:

For General questions, contact: Gigi Mencias, 708-769-2238
For Registration questions, contact: Marie Esguerra, 779-361-9462 (text only)

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