Northwest Youth Ministry
Northwest Youth Ministry (NWYM) exists to equip and encourage students and leaders within Baptist Network Northwest. Through dynamic events, discipleship opportunities, and meaningful connections, NWYM helps the next generation grow in their faith and impact their world for Christ.
Northwest Youth Ministry exists to:
Extend the Gospel
Sharing the hope of Christ with students and helping those who already know Him grow deeper in their faith
Equip Students
Providing the tools and resources students need to deepen their faith and build a strong foundation in Christ
Encourage Leaders
Supporting youth workers and student leaders in their personal growth and ministry impact
December 30, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Teen Leadership Conference 2025
Hey high school students! Get ready for a winter retreat at Teen Leadership Conference! Join us at Washington Family Ranch for three incredible days of fun, friendship, and growing in God’s Word together.
- Cost: $205
- 9th-12 Grades
- This Year's Theme: Engage
TLC 2025:
What does it mean to engage as a follower of Jesus?
This year’s conference will help students discover how to step into authentic community, grow through discipleship, and take an active role in the life of the church. Rooted in Ephesians 4:3–6, we will explore how “making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit” calls for intentional involvement. Together we’ll also tackle how technology can both help and hinder true connection, and how to use it wisely without losing sight of biblical community. Our speaker, Dr. Sam Baker of Corban University, will guide us as we learn what it means to engage deeply with God, the church, and one another.
This Year's Speaker
Dr. Sam Baker is a professor of Christian ministries at Corban University.
How to Register
Talk to your church's youth leader to register or send an email to our registration coordinator.
Northwest Youth Ministry Events
Teen Leadership Conference
Experience 48+ hours of ministry, excitement, and growth at the Teen Leadership Conference! This Gospel-centered winter camp challenges high school students with powerful teaching and dynamic workshops, helping them grow in faith and become bold leaders for Christ.
Winter Blast at Camp Pinewood
Every January, middle school students come together at Camp Pinewood in McCall, Idaho for a weekend packed with snow-filled fun and biblical teaching from God’s Word. This winter retreat gives students the opportunity to grow in their faith and make lasting memories.
Snow Blast at Camp Gilead
Dec. 30, 2025 - Jan. 1, 2026
This fun-filled, one-night winter retreat for middle school students takes place at Camp Gilead in Carnation, Washington each January. Students have the chance to go tubing, play in the snow, and experience meaningful time in God’s Word, helping grow their faith.
Refuel Retreat
NWYM’s annual retreat for youth workers is designed to provide rest, connection, and mutual encouragement. This getaway allows student ministry leaders to connect with others in similar seasons of life, share resources, and reflect on both the triumphs and challenges of student ministry.
Support NWYM
Northwest Youth Ministry provides life-changing opportunities for middle and high school students to grow in their faith and be impacted by the Gospel. Through camps, retreats, and special events, students are challenged, encouraged, and equipped in their walk with Christ. Your support helps make these experiences possible, ensuring that more students can attend, engage, and be transformed by the truth of God’s Word.