LOGOS Youth Conferences

2010 LOGOS Conference Youth Responses

This week I’ve strengthened both my relationships with God and friends and started new relationships with others. Before I came here, I was very reserved and mostly kept to myself. I am glad to have gotten the chance to come out of my shell. This was my first year here, but it won’t be the last.

Kylee

Conference was awesome like always. I love coming here every year. I learn so much about myself, church, and most importantly, God and his son. I can’t wait for next year!

Abbie

LOGOS Conference helped me expand into different groups of friends.

Luke

I will be more confident in the things that I do. I will do more things that I have been hesitant to so in the past.

Emily

This conference has shown me that I can be comfortable with who I am. I have turned my life around and this has only strengthened me to so more good and be proud of who I am. I was a sideline, but now I’m a full-on Christian. Thank you to everyone.

Alex

This conference is always amazing. The love here is outstanding and you can always feel it. The people are amazing. The feeling you get from meeting new people to extending God’s grace is awesome.

You can feel how much everyone appreciates this place. I love it and I always look forward to it. I feel closer to God and what my faith should feel like.

Jamie

This week has meant so much to me. Honestly, I never feel closer to God except for when I am up here. This year I truly stepped out of my comfort zone by climbing to the top of a waterfall ad by doing things with groups other than my own. I can’t wait to come back next year and really step out of my comfort zone.

Katie

This is the second year here on the mountain for me. I have has a great experience, yet one entirely different that last year. We were challenged this year to take a step out of our comfort zones. Last year I spent most of my time with members of my own community. This year I branched out and found that I had so much in common with others. My new relationships have certainly made this week a wonderful time. Looking back on the week as a whole, I know I have seen change among these children of God. Forever will this be a spiritual time and place as long as Your presence is felt here.

Samuel

LOGOS conference is where I finally found God. Even though I may keep my faith strong at home, I need this. You just can’t compare this to anything else that reaffirms your faith. Everyone gets along to praise God, and though there might be problems people have, and troubles they have gone through, they seem to drop all that and drop the differences to bow before the Lord. That is what makes LOGOS Conference so amazing, not to mention being in Colorado seeing some of God’s finest creation. Thank you.

Quinton

This has been my fourth year on this mountain top. Yet again it never fails that in this place God sneaks up and shakes me, waking me up. There is something about these mountains and their unwavering stability that show me the power of God. God created these majestic mountains and yet they were only declared good. Our creator declared me Very Good. At times in my life I forget this and each year on this mountaintop God gives me the wake up call that only God can give, reminding me that I am His valued creation and no matter what or how far from the path I may end up at times, God will always be there to welcome me home with open arms, no questions asked.

Hannah

Conference is a wonderful thing. Some people that come worry me, but the with the Friday service I find that we’re not that different. It’s unfortunate that it takes me so long, but at least I get there. By the end of the week, I always feel the community we have.

No matter how much drama people bring to the mountains, it falls away under the dramatic presence of God. Eventually, everyone finds peace. This is a place of burning solace; things that come into it, people that come into this place, can’t help but catch the fire, even if they sizzle for a while. This gathering is not unlike the Pentecost.

Conference makes people acknowledge God. It puts them closer to Him. This time in particular I feel closer to God’s people. That’s remarkable, too.

I made so many new friends this year. Most of them I’ve seen before, but I must not have been looking at them.

I want this conference to be here for my children.

Nicholas

It’s a touch of heaven!

Jacob

I always thought love was just a false indication; chemical reaction in the brain. This week Jesus has opened the door for me and showed me true love.

Joe

This week was a he milestone in my life! The mountains are my favorite place in the world… and God is the best thing in my life. Having those 2 things at the same time completes me. I love this place and hope to come as many times as I can in the years to come. Thank you, God, for creating a place as beautiful as this. Amen.

Cameron

If everyone could experience what we have here…this world would KNOW.

Jake

I’m a freshman so this is my first year. I usually don’t do much in church, but now I want to get involved. I’ve learned a lot, and I’m looking forward to next year. Anyone who can should come to this conference. My parents have had some trouble and for a while I thought there was no God. Now I see I was wrong.

Trevor

Before I came, I didn’t know what to think. It was my first year, and everyone coming together for God and to praise him. This has made such a difference in my life. I met amazing people who changed my life. I am definably coming next year.

Tegan

When I first got here I wasn’t sure what to expect. But after this week I feel like I have a new relationship with God and all the people here. The support of everyone and the beauty of the mountains make the process so much better. Now I proudly embrace the term, “Jesus Freak”

Amanda

I will finally let go of my old life that’s keeping be back from getting closer to God.

Shayna

Originally I wanted to go on the mission trip. But that was scheduled during our family vacation. But I am so glad that I came here. I will definitely be coming back.

Ellen

LOGOS conference always makes me feel closer to God. Although it is only a week long, it still has a huge effect on how I feel about my faith.

Hannah

I want to be able to go home to my family and witness to my father. He is not a Christian and it breaks my heart every time to hear him treat Christianity as a joke. I love him so much and want him to be waiting for me in heaven when it’s my time to leave this earth.

Annice

This conference showed me who truly are your friends. It also helps me know even if all my friends leave me God is always here for me.

Allie

The conference is amazing. I learned a lot about God. It is very moving and is definitely an adventure.

Mel

This is how Jesus wants the whole world to be.

Ty

The conference has been an amazing experience. I’ve met great new people and got closer to God. I can’t wait for next year.

Brittney

Thursday when we got to Sky Pond I could not believe my eyes. I couldn’t believe that our God created such a spectacular view. For creating these mountains, mind-blowing and breath-taking views it is hard to believe. It is the most inspirational church camp I have ever been to and will ever go to. Knowing that there are other people who believe in the same thing I do and who feel the same way about God. I will interact more with my church

Bruce

First year here. Pretty cool. Had a lot of fun. But I came here so that maybe my views and beliefs may change because I pretty sacrilegious. And I’m regretful to say it really hasn’t changed. Still with the whole it’s a coping device created long ago because humans can’t face reality. I’ll come again for another round.

Kevin

Colorado is awesome! The activities are so much fun. I wanna come every year I can.

John

When I first came here I was a little nervous because I didn’t know if everyone was gonna be friendly, so I was quiet, but by the end of the week I look back and wish I would have talked more and made more friends.

Drake

This week at the conference I have a lot of new people which has been very fun. I also learned about helping others and I hope to volunteer and help out in the community more. You can feel the presence up in the mountains which is vey cool.

Jack

This is my 2^nd year coming but this was my first real year. I really liked everyone here. I made a lot of friends. It was a little “if-ish” in choir though.

Justin

I will be quicker to forgive and let go of grudges.

I will slower to judge and talk back.

I will be more open and less reserved.

I will dare to leave my comfort zone.

Zach

Coming to Colorado is amazing and I’m glad that people can make it possible. All the people I meet are incredible and I can never wait to see them again next year and wonder what new people I will meet. The guys in my room are incredible and the leaders and adults are amazing.

Ben

This conference has shown me that you should never judge others. No matter how intimidating someone seems, they are God’s children and treat others the same. It was surprising to see the friendships that people share and the kindness everyone shares.

Brian

My life has been forever changed by the things I saw at Mt. Ypsilon! It really affirmed my faith.

Sam

I really didn’t know what to expect. I was at first nervous but when I got here I realized that whatever reputation you might have had at your hometown almost nobody knows you so basically you get a clean slate. I feel so much closer to God in the mountains.

Sam

My first year was great! I learned that I can leave my comfort zone and it will be okay. I am going to come back next year! God loves you whether you like it or not!

Emily

Experience like no other. You realize how big the world is in the mountains which makes you realize how insignificant all your problems are no matter what your belief, personality, etc. there is always a place somewhere. Encourage to try at least once. My only regret is waiting till my junior year to come. Just like the song, it’s Indescribable. With great thanks to all.

Christopher

This has been a great thing for me! This was not the greatest year for me and because of the friends that I made from LOGOS I have to do a 180. This was just an amazing thing for me! Can’t wait to come back again.

Cassie

I never felt fully comfortable with myself. No matter where I am or who I’m with, there are always things I absolutely hate about myself. I can’t express how much this week has changed my confidence. I think this week has changed me more than any experience in my life. I truly appreciate everything people have done for me.

Libby

This trip has changed me more and more each year. This time I truly experienced the beauty the mountains have to offer. I feel so close to my fellow youth. A life altering trip.

Dan

I feel that this has been a life changing event…again. I’ll be ready to return next year and see how my life will once again be changed. God Bless.

John

What I learned is that getting out of your comfort zone is not a bad thing.

Harry

I have had my eyes opened and I will no longer be a sideline Christian. I will help others. I am going to work extremely hard to earn money and donate it to different foundations. This amazing place has opened my heart to the homeless and in need. I can’t wait to come back next year.

Lexie

This place is my favorite place to be all summer. Every time I leave I cry and promise that I will try my best to get more people involved in my church.

Alyx

Helped me remember that everyone is to be treated as a Child of God.

Helped me step out of my comfort zone and when I get back home I won’t be afraid to show my religion and my belief in God.

Molly

I can speak more freely about God to my friend and God. And I found who I am.

Mary

These few days have just been enlightening in the ways of the Lord. Even though I am a Deist, I still am questioning what I truly believe. Also this is a break from my daily routine.

Ian

A Haiku:

Crystal mountaintops

The aged face of God within

My soul is aflame.

William

I will try to talk to my friends more about coming to church and Christianity.

Kendra

This is a real life idea that will stick with you the rest of your life.

Richard

Before I came here I didn’t understand God a lot. Now I know him more than ever and I’m enjoying it.

Jessica

I love all the people here and how touching the overall experience is.

Emma

Breathtaking, life changing

Stan

It was awesome. Thanks for letting us play. Don’t change anything.

Spencer

This is one week you are here you experience God in many ways you never have. You will never forget this. I am counting down the days till next year.

Colin

I plan on not being afraid of letting my friends back home know that I am a Christian. I don’t care if it’s not cool. I trust in Jesus more than ever.

Kelsey

Thursday afternoon I experienced a hike to Sky Pond. When I finally reached a waterfall at the climax of the climb I turned and saw a spectacular view that was truly INDESCRIBABLE. I have several friends back home who are skeptical of the presence of God in their lives. If any of them were to see what
I have seen, there would be no doubt.

Patrick

At home I would always say, Oh yeah, sure, I’m a Christian. But I would never really reach out to people and share the word of God. But this year at LOGOS I have learned to step our of my comfort zone. So I am going to try my hardest to be an outgoing Christian.

Jayme

This conference is amazing. It brings me closer to all my friends and most importantly God. You can feel God with you al the time and it’s the best feeling in the world. Best time of my life!

Kelsey

Being here has brought me closer to God again. I felt like I was losing my faith and drifting away. This has brought me back and has made me want to trust God with my life and make more time for church. Also I had an awesome time meeting new people and I had the best roomies ever. I’ll miss that!

Ali

This conference has changed my life by showing me I can let down emotional barriers and open up to new ideas and people. It has also shown me I can help others expand their fait.

Laura

This is my 3^rd year at LOGOS. It has made me want to live a better life and to help people. I feel open here. I never really fit in and here no one cares about that. I have friends here and going back is like a weight on my shoulders.

Hannah

This is my 3^rd year at camp and I just love it here. The people at this camp are some of the most amazing people I have ever met. They make me feel so comfortable when talking about God and my faith. I look forward to this camp every year so I can experience all the joys and wonderful things that come with this camp.

Grace

This is the greatest experience of my life. Gods is just everywhere and in everyone and everyone is so accepting and even if something happens to make you not feel accepted, turn the corner and there’s someone with their arms extended to you. God is in everyone here and never let anyone tell you he’s not because our God is the greatest thing in this hateful, unforgiving world. God loves us more than we know or deserve and I love him so much after my experience here.

Alyssa

Back at home I don’t feel very accepted. Out here I can breathe by myself without being judged and enjoy being closer to God. Being surrounded by mountains makes me feel so alive. Words can’t describe how I feel getting out of the car and being surrounded by mountains. It is a life changing trip.

Lowgren

I have been coming back for 4 years and I will miss it here when I no longer am here. I feel closer to God when I’m up here with all these wonderful people and the adults always there to make me believe more and more.

Gaylene

This experience has been ultimately life changing. Although the time here has been short the time I have spent with God and other people has felt like a lifetime! I am truly looking forward to continuing the experience.

Andrew

Every time I come here I feel God’s presence which is something I rarely feel back home. I usually question my faith, but when I’m here I know it’s real. I just hope that when I go back home I can keep this week in my heart. I love everyone here and all of the people that make it happen. I’m already counting the days until I come back.

Nick

Anxiety, nervousness, excitement, awkwardness, happiness…there are not enough words to describe the feelings you get being here, but I would have it no other way. This place, these people are amazing.

Lindsey