FAQs

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 16th, 2025 from 9am-9pm at Fellowship Bible Church in Tacoma, WA (3806 East Portland Ave, Tacoma WA 98404)
The Impact Summer Conference is open to all students in middle school and high school (that includes incoming 6th graders to the 2025-2026 school year as well as Class of 2025 HS graduates).
The cost is $60 per student. Scholarships are available by request on an as needed basis. Contact us for more info.
** EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: $10 off if you register by August 1st!
We’ll provide a conference booklet, meals and snacks, a top notch swag bag, and an event t-shirt! You should bring your Bible and a pen. We also definitely think you should bring a friend (and if you don’t have any friends, then we’ll provide those too).
From worship and teachings to games and giveaways, it’s going to be like an entire week of summer camp crammed into one day. Absolutely epic.

Psalm 103:17-19 “But the steadfast love of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children, to those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments. The LORD has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all.”

WORKSHOPS

CONVICTIONS + COMPASSION

Have you ever found yourself needing to navigate a sensitive conversation with a friend where you felt ill-equipped? Have you ever been in a situation where you have a different opinion than someone you respect (such as about gender or politics)? Have you ever disagreed with an authority figure and wondered what to do? Join us as we learn how to have hard conversations, engage with our culture, and navigate tricky topics all while maintaining a godly testimony.
Speaker: Dusty Talladay
Main Topic: relationships, culture
ILLUMINATE

If you’ve ever felt like you wanted to spend more time in the Bible but struggle to make it a lasting habit, you are not alone! In fact, it’s one of the most common prayer requests we hear. Whether you’re opening your Bible for the first time and looking for guidance, or you already have a solid habit of time in the Word and are looking to go deeper, the Bible study methods shared in this workshop are guaranteed to be beneficial!
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” - Psalm 119:105
Speaker: Erin Baumgaertel
Main Topic: Bible study methods
PUBLISHED BY GRACE

Every testimony is a spotlight on God’s grace, and knowing how to tell your personal story of salvation can give you the confidence to share the gospel in your everyday life! Join us as we learn ways to prepare for + present our testimonies in a variety of contexts - from the front stage of a retreat to standing in line at the grocery story.
Speaker: pending
Main Topic: salvation, evangelism, relationships
THRIVING

This workshop is designed to help us develop the habits and attitudes that lead to maturity in Christ. We talk honestly about spiritual disciplines and the importance of accountability within a community of other believers who are striving to become more like Jesus
Speaker: Eric Thaut
Topic: Spiritual disciplines