Mississippi COG Youth & Discipleship

09/07/2026

Thanks to the generosity of a special sponsor, we’ve been able to lower the early bird registration price for the 2026 Girls Day Out from $50 to just $40!

But don’t wait — you only have TWO WEEKS, through September 21, to lock in this special rate for Girls Day Out on Saturday, October 3!

We have an incredible day planned for girls of all ages, including:
✨ Silent Disco
📸 Special Photo Ops
🛍️ Mini Mall with exclusive merch — and yes, SQUISHIES!
💎 Create-a-Charm Bar
🎪 Inflatables
🎨 Crafts
🏆 Recreation Competitions
🙌 Powerful Worship Services
🍴 Lunch + Snacks Included

Official Girls Day Out T-shirts will also be available for purchase at the event.

Coming from out of town? Lodging is available Friday night so your group can come in early and be ready for Saturday!

This is going to be one of our biggest Girls Day Out events yet, and you do not want your girls to miss it.

$40 EARLY BIRD RATE ENDS SEPTEMBER 21!

Get your group together and get registered! 💕⚾
Register: https://shorturl.at/MLIpQ

09/02/2026

STRONG FOR THE CALL | Children’s Ministry Training

New Hope Church of God in Batesville is excited to host and sponsor this special training opportunity for children’s ministry leaders and workers across Northern Mississippi!

Join us Saturday, September 12, from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM for a morning of practical training, encouragement, and connection designed to strengthen those who serve the next generation.

Pastor Ben Ratchford from Bethalto Church of God will be leading the training. Many of you will remember Pastor Ben from his time ministering at one of our Mississippi Youth Camps this past summer, and we’re excited to have him back with us.

If you serve in children’s ministry in any capacity, this is a great opportunity to be encouraged and equipped.

Make plans now to be at New Hope Church of God in Batesville for STRONG FOR THE CALL!

08/28/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our Mississippi students selected for Lee University’s choirs for the 2026–2027 school year!

Congratulations to each of these talented students as they represent their churches, communities, and the state of Mississippi at Lee. We’re excited to see how God continues to use their gifts this year!

LEE SINGERS
Graeson Means
Delaney Smith
Hayden Stone
Ava Way

CAMPUS CHOIR
Ashlynn Jefcoat
Zenovia Woolie

EVANGELISTIC SINGERS
Jeylan Estes
Sarah Worth

Mississippi is well represented at Lee University, and we couldn’t be prouder!

08/27/2026

08/25/2026

🚨 NEW! SEALED GO Children’s Curriculum is here!

We’re excited to introduce SEALED GO, a new curriculum created to help children ages 6–11:

KNOW their faith.
GROW their faith.
SHOW their faith.

Our goal is more than helping kids learn what they believe—we want to equip them to live it and share it!

📲 For a limited time, scan the QR code to PREORDER and receive 25% OFF!

Quarter 1 Digital Delivery: September 1

It’s time to help a generation get SEALED in their faith and ready to GO!

08/12/2026

⚾ A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN | MISSISSIPPI GIRLS DAY OUT ⚾

Girls Day Out is here, and we’re excited for an incredible day designed for girls of all ages!

📅 October 3, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 All Seasons Worship Center | Forest, MS

Joining us this year:
⭐ Hailey Hendrix – Teen Speaker
⭐ Nicole Pope – Kids Speaker

Registration is $40 through September 21, and lodging is available upon request for an additional fee.

Gather your girls, bring your group, and get ready for a day of worship, fun, connection, and encouragement as we celebrate that our Mississippi girls are in A League of Their Own! ⚾

Register here: https://shorturl.at/MLIpQ

08/08/2026

You spend the year investing in the next generation across Mississippi. NYLA Conference is an opportunity to invest back into you!

Whether you serve as a youth pastor, leader, volunteer, or part of your church’s next-gen team, NYLA is designed to refresh, encourage, and equip you for the ministry God has called you to.

Join us September 18-19 in Cleveland, Tennessee, as Mississippi leaders gather for the Southeast Regional NYLA Conference featuring Vince Parker, JC Worley, and Cathy Yaun.

Make plans to join us in Cleveland next month!

Register today: www.cogyd.org/nyla

08/04/2026

We are excited to announce Church of God, pastored by Jeremy and Jennifer Smith, as a BUY A TREE. CHANGE A LIFE. site for the 2026 Project Year. This will be the SIXTH year to partner with Waco Church of God in Mize, MS. We are looking forward to this upcoming season helping children globally and locally!

07/30/2026