Freedom Collective - DNOW '26

Fri 6 – Sun 8 Nov 2026 PST

Saint James Church, 9045 Vaughn Rd, Montgomery, AL, USA Map

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Freedom Collective (DNOW 2026)
November 6–8, 2026

Freedom Collective is a weekend designed for students to encounter Jesus, build lasting friendships, and experience what it means to live in the freedom Christ offers. Throughout the weekend, students will gather for powerful worship, biblical teaching, small groups, games, and unforgettable moments with students from across our community.

Students will stay in host homes with trusted adult leaders, enjoy great food, receive an event t-shirt, and take part in a weekend focused on growing deeper in their faith and living boldly for Christ.

Whether you've been following Jesus for years or you're just beginning to ask questions, Freedom Collective is a place where you belong.

Registration Includes:

Event t-shirt
All meals throughout the weekend
Host home lodging
Worship sessions
Guest speakers
Small groups
Games and activities

Who: 6th–12th Grade Students
Dates: November 6–8, 2026
Cost: $89 per student

Theme: Where the Spirit Runs Free.

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Host Home Info

Provide sleeping space for 8–12 students (plus 2-3 Adult leaders).
Allow students to arrive Friday night after the evening session and leave Sunday morning before church.

HOST HOME NEEDS:
-Floor space for sleeping bags/air mattresses
-Access to bathrooms
-A simple Saturday breakfast (cereal, muffins, breakfast casserole, donuts, etc.)
-A simple Sunday breakfast before returning to church
-Help create a safe, welcoming environment where students feel at home
-Be available if an emergency or issue arises during the night

THE CHURCH PROVIDES:
-All programming
-Worship sessions
-Speaker
-Small group curriculum
-Saturday lunch and dinner (if that's your plan)
-Adult small group leaders
-Emergency contacts and schedules

HOST HOME EXPECTATIONS:
-Follow the church's safety policies
-Have at least one responsible adult present overnight
-Separate sleeping arrangements for male and female groups.
-No additional activities without approval (the schedule is already full)
-Communicate with the student's small group leaders if any issues arise

WHAT A TYPICAL WEEKEND LOOKS LIKE:

FRIDAY:

*Students attend the opening session
*Around 11:00, groups arrive at the host home
*Hang out, debrief the night, then lights out

SATURDAY:

*Breakfast at the host home
*Head back to the church for the day's sessions and activities
*Return Saturday night for discussion and sleep

SUNDAY:

*Breakfast
*Return to the church for the final session and worship