2020 NAPF/HOPE CONFERENCE INFORMATION
April 7, 2020 - After many weeks of monitoring the continuing spread of COVID-19 and discussing options and alternatives, both the leadership of the NACCC and that of NAPF – HOPE have decided the best and safest course of action is to cancel both the NAPF – HOPE meeting and the face to face meeting of the NACCC.
I have already paid my registration fees. What now?
Everyone who has paid registration fees will be contacted. You will be able to decide whether you want a refund or would like to donate the fees to the NACCC. If you made a donation to the Providence Fund or for a NAPF – HOPE scholarship fund as part of your registration, again, you will be given the option for a refund or to donate the money for use next year.
I have already paid my registration fees. What now?
Everyone who has paid registration fees will be contacted. You will be able to decide whether you want a refund or would like to donate the fees to the NACCC. If you made a donation to the Providence Fund or for a NAPF – HOPE scholarship fund as part of your registration, again, you will be given the option for a refund or to donate the money for use next year.
REGISTRATION
2020 NAPF/HOPE Online Required Steps:
1) Complete the Online Registration
2) Complete the 2020 Code of Conduct Form/Signature Page
3) Complete the Background Check Form (for all participants/leaders 18 years old and above)
2020 NAPF/HOPE Mail Registration Required Steps:
1) Print, complete and mail the Registration Form & Background Check
1) Complete the Online Registration
2) Complete the 2020 Code of Conduct Form/Signature Page
3) Complete the Background Check Form (for all participants/leaders 18 years old and above)
2020 NAPF/HOPE Mail Registration Required Steps:
1) Print, complete and mail the Registration Form & Background Check
SCHOLARSHIPS
2020 NAPF/HOPE Scholarship Guidelines - Coming Soon
2020 Scholarship Application - Coming Soon
2020 Scholarship Application - Coming Soon
YOUTH CONFERENCES
NAPF (National Association of Pilgrim Fellowship) and HOPE (Heritage of Pilgrim Endeavor). Held annually (and sometimes in conjunction with the Annual Meeting and Conference), high school (NAPF) and college age (HOPE) youth meet for fellowship, spiritual growth and inspiration, and for mission work. The bonds of friendship that form endure for many years over many miles. Many participating youth go on to ministry in a variety of ways.
You do not need to have a youth group in your church to send someone to NAPF or HOPE. You need only encourage youth you know would benefit from such an experience to attend.
Both programs have one thing in common – a place, a time, and friends with which to share their faith. The leadership team, counselors and participants come back year after year.
If a yearly conference were all the youth programs consisted of, it would be wonderful enough. However, it is only part of the youth program. The camaraderie and closeness are established by individuals for a lifetime. They cannot wait for only once a year to contact each other. They stay connected through three Facebook pages (NAPF – National Association of Pilgrim Fellowship, H.O.P.E, and NAPF/HOPE Alumni), emails, Skype and individual communication.
You do not need to have a youth group in your church to send someone to NAPF or HOPE. You need only encourage youth you know would benefit from such an experience to attend.
Both programs have one thing in common – a place, a time, and friends with which to share their faith. The leadership team, counselors and participants come back year after year.
If a yearly conference were all the youth programs consisted of, it would be wonderful enough. However, it is only part of the youth program. The camaraderie and closeness are established by individuals for a lifetime. They cannot wait for only once a year to contact each other. They stay connected through three Facebook pages (NAPF – National Association of Pilgrim Fellowship, H.O.P.E, and NAPF/HOPE Alumni), emails, Skype and individual communication.
NAPF (National Association of Pilgrim Fellowship)
NAPF is for youth who are entering 9th through 12th grade. NAPF allows teens to meet and bond with other Christians from throughout the country and to share their faith in a fun-filled atmosphere. Small groups are led by dedicated adult counselors, many of whom volunteer and use vacation time to attend. In conjunction with tremendous worship music, worship times may be led by members of the Commission on Youth Ministries or other adult leaders. Local church youth groups are also asked to prepare and lead morning and evening devotionals. Opportunities to express faith through acts of service are always a highlight of the conference. Any time a group of young people is gathered, there is always plenty of fun!
HOPE (Heritage of Pilgrim Endeavor)
HOPE offers young adults post high school through age 26 a great opportunity to further grow in faith with peers in an environment similar to NAPF. While still including worship, speakers, small group time, and mission work, HOPE promotes closer connection with peers and deeper discussion about faith through peer-led small groups. The experiences and perspectives that each person brings to their small group are valued and can enrich discussions about faith in remarkable ways. In addition, HOPE provides more opportunities for leadership involvement through prayer team, small group leader, or CYM (Commission on Youth Ministries) representative positions. HOPE creates a genuine, meaningful, and fun atmosphere to grow in faith while creating new friendships!
Financial Assistance
Youth Fund for NAPF and HOPE Scholarships. Scholarships are available to provide assistance in reducing the cost of the registration to either NACCC annual youth conference (NAPF or HOPE). These include one (1) full scholarship and as many part scholarships as deemed appropriate from available funds in a given year. Be sure, also, to check with your state or regional association for scholarships that might be available for NAPF and HOPE scholarships as well as for Mission trips.
Levi Matthew Putnam Memorial Day Scholarship. A special scholarship in conjunction with the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches NAPF/HOPE Task Team and the Memorial Day Friends group is being set up to provide full-payment of one (1) registration to the NACCC annual youth conference NAPF or HOPE. The Memorial Day Friends group is comprised of several past members of NAPF and HOPE. This scholarship is named in memory of Levi Matthew Putnam, infant son of members of this group who passed away in 2013.
Lynn Merkel & Joanne Simpson NAPF-HOPE Scholarship.
At the 2018 Annual Meeting & Conference, the Growth Ministry Council established the Lynn Merkel and Joanne Simpson Scholarship for individuals to attend the NAPF-HOPE Annual Meeting. This scholarship is named to honor the tireless work and the many years of leadership that these two individuals gave to the youth ministry of the NACCC. The application process will use the same application as all other scholarships for the Annual Meeting.
Applications. Scholarships provide assistance to anyone wishing to attend NAPF or HOPE who has financial need and has shown outstanding development in any or all of the following areas:
· Christian character
· Participation in local church youth programs
· Community service
Scholarship applications are available to all who are affiliated with a church that maintains membership in the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches.
Levi Matthew Putnam Memorial Day Scholarship. A special scholarship in conjunction with the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches NAPF/HOPE Task Team and the Memorial Day Friends group is being set up to provide full-payment of one (1) registration to the NACCC annual youth conference NAPF or HOPE. The Memorial Day Friends group is comprised of several past members of NAPF and HOPE. This scholarship is named in memory of Levi Matthew Putnam, infant son of members of this group who passed away in 2013.
Lynn Merkel & Joanne Simpson NAPF-HOPE Scholarship.
At the 2018 Annual Meeting & Conference, the Growth Ministry Council established the Lynn Merkel and Joanne Simpson Scholarship for individuals to attend the NAPF-HOPE Annual Meeting. This scholarship is named to honor the tireless work and the many years of leadership that these two individuals gave to the youth ministry of the NACCC. The application process will use the same application as all other scholarships for the Annual Meeting.
Applications. Scholarships provide assistance to anyone wishing to attend NAPF or HOPE who has financial need and has shown outstanding development in any or all of the following areas:
· Christian character
· Participation in local church youth programs
· Community service
Scholarship applications are available to all who are affiliated with a church that maintains membership in the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches.
You Can Help. Many youth around the country spend time raising funds to offset the cost of attending NAPF and HOPE, but not all youth can afford to attend. You can make a contribution to the youth assistance fund through the NACCC. You will have the satisfaction of helping to bring our youth closer to Christ through this exciting gathering of Congregational Christian youth. Contributions may be made on line by clicking the DONATE NOW button. They may also be made by check, payable to NACCC and mailed to:
NACCC – Youth Fund
P.O. Box 288
Oak Creek, WI 53154
NACCC – Youth Fund
P.O. Box 288
Oak Creek, WI 53154
2019 Information
2019 NAPF/HOPE Flyer
Click here to register online.
2019 NAPF/HOPE Registration Form.
2019 NAPF/HOPE Scholarship Guidelines.
2019 Scholarship Application.
Code of Conduct for NAPF/HOPE Participants and Leaders
Click here to register online.
2019 NAPF/HOPE Registration Form.
2019 NAPF/HOPE Scholarship Guidelines.
2019 Scholarship Application.
Code of Conduct for NAPF/HOPE Participants and Leaders
