Renew Student Conference

20-21 March 2026

Wilmington DE

Two Days of Powerful Experiences

Wilmington DE

20-21 March

The RENEW Student Conference is a two-day event designed for students in middle school through high school! The conference features strong teaching, powerful worship, breakout sessions and discussion prompts for students and leaders. With prizes, an amazing show on Friday night, and students from around the region, it’s an event you won’t want to miss!

The Conference

2026 Featured Guests

Dustin Tavella

Dustin Tavella is a world-class performer and is the winner of NBC's hit competition show America’s Got Talent. His faith plays a central role in his life and performances. He often draws on his personal experiences and belief in the power of faith, hope, and love to inspire and uplift his audiences. Through his magic and storytelling, Dustin shares messages of unity, hope, and transformation, aiming to make a lasting impact on culture and bring joy through his faith-driven approach. He can't wait to come perform and share with us at the Renew Student Conference!

Katie Small

Katie Small is an artist who has traveled the world using her gifts to worship God and point others to Him. She ministers at conferences, painting on stage during the worship and messages, connecting the theme of the weekend to her art. This will be her third time ministering at Renew (she was at our 2024 and 2022 conferences) - she's excited to come worship with all of us again! You can learn more about her at KatieSmallpainter.com.

2026 Speakers

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Jess Campbell

Jess is the Director of Student Ministry at Church of the Good Samaritan in Paoli, PA, and an area youth ministry network leader. She graduated from Eastern University with majors in Youth Ministry and Missions/ Anthropology. She served on the Standing Rock Reservation for a decade before returning home to mentor students where her calling began.

Speakers

Schedule

Friday, March 20, 2026
5:30pm Doors Open & Check In
6:30pm Session One: Ice Breakers, Worship
8:00pm Dustin Tavella performance

9:30pm Conference ends for the night

Saturday, March 21, 2026
8:30am Doors Open
9:00am Session Two: Worship & Breakout Sessions
11:00am Featured Guest announcement coming soon!
12:00pm Chick-fil-A Lunch (included)
12:45pm Session Three: Ice Breakers, Worship
2:30pm Conference Ends

Register

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN SOON!

The cost of the conference is $45 per person but we are offering an early-bird discounted ticket at $35 per person through Sunday, February 22, 2026.

February 23-March 9 the price is $45 per person.

Registration closes on Monday, March 9, 2026 at midnight.

Click here for a list of hotels close to the conference.

Questions? Call us at 302-478-4255 or email us!