Join PYWA for an in-person gathering in San Diego for all youth workers! This event will provide youth workers, both paid staff and volunteers, with an opportunity to Come to the Water to connect, be inspired, learn, and share best practices that support young people in the church. The conference will serve to uphold youth workers, expand their professional network, and introduce new approaches to youth engagement. There will be general sessions with worship, a keynote speaker, and various workshops
Registration for Come to the Water, an in-person gathering for youth workers hosted by PYWA, is now open!
PYWA In-Person Gathering Registration Rates:
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- Early Bird Registration till August 1st: $100
- Regular Registration till September 15th: $140
- Late Registration: $160
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Our Event Sponsors:
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- Presbyterian Youth Triennium
- San Diego Presbytery
- Host Church: Christ Presbyterian Church located in the North County of San Diego
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We are grateful to these sponsors who have significantly underwritten the cost of this event so it is accessible to as many Youth Workers as possible.
FAQS
What is PYWA?
The Presbyterian Youth Workers Association (PYWA) is a national community of youth workers who are committed to connecting, upholding, and inspiring youth workers to faithfully serve the one triune God among young people. PYWA is honored to host this in-person gathering for all youth workers!
What is included in the registration fee?
- All Worship Sessions
- All Plenary Sessions
- Up to 5 Workshops
- 4 Meals (Monday dinner, Tuesday & Wednesday lunch, and Wednesday dinner; coffee and breakfast snacks will also be provided on Tuesday and Wednesday)
- Networking Opportunities
What is not included in the registration fee?
- Donations
- Travel accommodations
- Hotel accommodations
- Meals beyond the 4 listed above (full breakfasts, Tuesday night dinner)
What if I have additional questions about registration?
Contact one of our planning team members:
- Eileen VanGieson: eileenv@cpclacosta.org
- Kiersten Hill: khill@wpcdenver.org
Do I need to rent a car?
Though it is not completely necessary, we strongly recommend it. We will be about 31 miles from downtown San Diego, and San Diego is a big, spread out city! Unfortunately, public transportation is not a viable option in this area. If you choose not to rent a car, you will need to uber from the hotel to Christ Presbyterian Church each day, and those uber costs will add up! It could be worth inviting a friend or two to join you at this conference and go in on a rental car together. Plus, if you have a rental car, you’ll be able to check out some of the awesomeness that Southern California has to offer before or after this gathering!
Can I fly in on October 6 and leave on October 8?
Yes: the event will begin the evening of October 6 and end at 7:00 pm on October 8. However, we recommend planning to leave the morning of October 9, as there will be optional fun activities after 7:00 pm on October 8! Additionally, San Diego and the surrounding areas have a wide variety of things to do, so we highly recommend adding a couple of days to the front or back end of this gathering for a trip to the San Diego Zoo, Disneyland, beautiful Southern California beaches, and so much more!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
4:00pm- Registration Open
5:30pm- Dinner
6:30pm- Opening Worship
7:45pm- Evening Community Options
8:30am- Coffee and light breakfast available
9:00am- Plenary 1
10:30am- Break
11:00am- Workshop 1
12:15pm- Lunch
1:30pm- Workshop 2
2:45pm- Break
3:00pm- Workshop 3
4:00pm- Break
4:30pm- Plenary 2
6:00pm- Dinner on your own or with friends
8:30am- Coffee and light breakfast available
9:00am- Plenary 3
10:30am- Break
11:00am- Workshop 4
12:15pm- Lunch
1:30pm- Workshop 5
2:45pm- Break
3:00pm- Plenary 4
5:00pm- Dinner
6:30pm- Closing Remarks
7:00pm- Evening Community Options
RECOMMENDED PLACES TO STAY
Please reference Presbyterian Youth Workers to receive the discounted rates listed below at La Quinta Inn & Suites or Holiday Inn Express & Suites:
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad-Legoland Area
760 Macadamia Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92011
T: (760) 438-2828 | Website
6.1 miles from the church
$85 per night for a King | $90 per night for Double Queens per room | Free Breakfast | Pool | Free Parking | 100% smoke free property
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
751 Raintree Drive Carlsbad, California 92011
T: (888) 465-4329 | Website
6.1 miles from the church
$129 per night for a King or double Queen per room | Free Breakfast | Fitness Center | Pool | Free Parking | 100% smoke free property
Additional hotels in the area:
Recommended Activities & Restaurants in Carlsbad/San Diego
Distances are from Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 751 Raintree Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011
Activities
- Beaches <2 Miles to 29 Miles
- Legoland 4 Miles
- San Diego Zoo 29 Miles
- San Diego Safari Park 30 Miles
- Museum of Making Music – Carlsbad 3 Miles
- Balboa Park 30 Miles
- San Diego Harbor Star of India Sailing Vessel, USS Midway 30 Miles
- Sea World 27 Miles
- San Diego Old Town 28 Miles
Shopping
- Carlsbad Premium Outlets 2 Miles
- The Forum 5 Miles
Restaurants
- Casa de Bandini 5 Miles
- Buca de Beppo 5 Miles
- The Henry 5 Miles
- Parakeet Cafe 5 Miles
- Urban Plates 5 Miles
- Urbane Cafe 5 Miles
- Wahoos 5 Miles
- Benihana <1 Mile
- Islands 2 Miles
- Kings Fish House 2 Miles
- BJ’s 2 Miles
- P.F. Chang 2 Miles
- Cheesecake Factory 8 Miles
- Yard House 8 Miles