“Now the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common.”
—ACTS 4:32
TOGETHER
LIVING IN CHRIST-CENTERED COMMUNITY
If we look around us today at our culture, there is more division than there is unity. Some division is trivial. Some is life changing. And yet, into this landscape, the Gospel speaks a profound truth: in Christ, we are united. We are together.
TOGETHER will challenge our students to embrace a Christ-centered community, enjoying unity with other Christ-followers in our church and youth group, regardless of differences, by our common love for Christ.
TOGETHER ::: THEME VIDEO
SESSION BREAKOUT
Sessions 1-3 will take place during the weekend. Session 4 will close the books during FUEL, our mid-week youth gathering on Wednesdays from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Session 1 ::: Togetherness Is God’s Plan Our local church, and specifically our youth group, is an extension of God’s intention to gather His people together. We were designed to be in community with each other.
Session 2 ::: Togetherness Runs Deep We are called to love one another. In fact, Jesus said that the world would be able to look at us and know that we were different simply because of how Christians cared for each other. We’ll focus on two specific areas in this lesson, helping your students understand exactly what it looks like to love each other as brothers and sisters in Christ.
Session 3 ::: The Purpose of Our Togetherness The Church is God’s plan to both introduce Himself to the lost, and to grow closer with His children. This lesson will examine what the Bible says about this, and how we might practically go about doing this.
Session 4 ::: Truly Together When we come to faith in Christ we join a family. We call this our church family. And like any family, there are times we may not see eye-to-eye with each other. If we expand this definition of family to the believers in our community, or our State, we can quickly see how even more differences of opinion may arise. And yet, we are called by God to be united in our purpose and mission.
DNOW 2025 Schedule
EVENT DAYS
- FRIDAY - FEB 28
- SATURDAY - MAR 1
- SUNDAY - MAR 2
- WEDNESDAY - MAR 5
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FRIDAY - FEB 28 20256:00 PM Welcome!
Parents will drop their students off on Friday, February 28, at 6:00 PM. There will be no transportation available. In case the student needs a ride, the family should carpool with friends or contact the Youth Leadership.
6:30 PM Dinner7:30 Games / Icebreaker Activities10:30 PM Wind Down + Bed Time -
SATURDAY - MAR 1 20259:00 AM Breakfast10:15 AM Session I ::: Togetherness Is God’s Plan
Together. It’s a concept that is central to our understanding of what it means to be a Christ- follower. You see, God has always worked in and through community. It’s crazy to think about, but God Himself has always existed in community (the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit). God’s original vision for Eden was to populate a perfect existence with His creation, together with Him. God called a people to Himself, Israel, that understood their identity as a great togetherness; they were God’s chosen people after all. The New Testament Church is an awesome picture of God growing His family, extending the offering of “togetherness” to all who would come to salvation through faith in Jesus, Jews and Gentiles alike. Your local church, and specifically your youth group, is an extension of God’s intention to gather His people together. Your students were designed to be in community with each other. This lesson will help set the stage for your study of Together.
Speaker : TBD12:00 AM Games / Icebreaker Activities12:30 PM Lunch1:30 PM Guy Time, Girl TimeGender-specific small groups—a supportive and focused setting for students to connect and delve into meaningful discussions on key topics from previous sessions.
2:30 PM Free time3:30 PM Worship Session4:00 PM Prayer time4:30 PM Games / Icebreaker Activities / Shower Time6:00 PM Dinner7:00 PM Games / Icebreaker Activities8:00 PM Session II - Togetherness Runs DeepWe are called to love one another. In fact, Jesus said that the world would be able to look at us and know that we were different simply because of how Christians cared for each other. Jesus made this statement to His disciples mere hours before He was arrested. Elsewhere in Scripture, we see how this love is supposed to look. We’ll focus on two specific areas in this lesson, helping your students understand exactly what it looks like to love each other as brothers and sisters in Christ.
Speaker : TBD10:30 PM Wind Down + Bed Time -
SUNDAY - MAR 2 202507:00 AM Breakfast8:00 AM Session III - The Purpose of Our Togetherness
We don’t come together in our churches simply to hang out together. While fellowship is a key part of the togetherness of the Church, it’s not the only part. Part of being together as a Body of Believers is drawing people closer to Christ. Sometimes, this means bringing people into our communities who do not know Jesus at all. This also means that we’re supposed to be working together to bring each other deeper in our relationship with Jesus. Call it togetherness with a purpose. The Church is God’s plan to both introduce Himself to the lost, and to grow closer with His children. This lesson will examine what the Bible says about this, and how we might practically go about doing this.
Speaker : TBD10:00 AM Worship Service with the Church11:30 AM Lunch12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Parents Pick UpThe program is scheduled to be over by the end of the Sunday morning service at DFBC on Sunday, March 2. Parents will pick students up at The Pit between 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM.
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WEDNESDAY ::: FUEL - MAR 5 20256:00 PM Games / Icebreaker Activities6:30 PM Worship Session6:50 PM Session IV - Truly Together
When we come to faith in Christ we join a family. We call this family the Church. We are joined together with the global (and historical) body of all who believe in Jesus. But more importantly, for our purposes, we’re joined together with a local congregation. We call this our church family. And like any family, there are times we may not see eye-to-eye with each other. If we expand this definition of family to the believers in our community, or our State, we can quickly see how even more differences of opinion may arise. And yet, we are called by God to be united in our purpose and mission. While we won’t always share the same opinions, we must work to foster a sense of unity, a sense of togetherness, in light of our shared love for Jesus. That’s the challenge this lesson will issue to your students.
Speaker : TBD8:00 PM Dismissal
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Frequently asked questions
Some frequently asked questions for you.
What is DNOW, and how is it different from other youth events?
DNOW stands for Disciple Now, a weekend retreat designed for deepening spiritual growth among students. Unlike traditional events, DNOW offers an immersive experience, focusing on intentional discipleship, small group discussions, and community building. It's an opportunity for students to pause, reflect, and strengthen their faith.
What can I expect during the DNOW weekend, and what is the theme for 2025?
The DNOW weekend is packed with dynamic worship sessions, engaging small group discussions, exciting activities, and meaningful moments of reflection. As for the theme of DNOW 2025, it's "The Pause." This theme invites participants to step back from the busyness of life, connect with God, and explore practices like prayer, scripture memorization, and Bible study. Get ready for a transformative experience that goes beyond a typical event—it's a journey of spiritual discovery!
What is the age range allowed to participate?
Our youth group is open to students in grades 7 through 12. We welcome young individuals who are eager to explore their faith, build lasting friendships, and embark on a journey of spiritual growth.