Disciple-Now (DNow) is a weekend long event for students in 7th—12th grade to spend focused time diving into God’s Word together and mature in their faith through worship, Bible study, and recreation.​ Churches from across Southern Illinois gather together each year to worship and exalt the name of Jesus!

As followers of Jesus, God has plans on what intends to accomplish in and through us. That includes taking us from where we are and conforming us more into the image of Christ as well as using us to take the gospel to the ends of the earth. However, we cannot fully experience all that God has for us in isolation or separation from Him.

In John 15:5, Jesus emphasized the importance of his followers remaining attached to the true vine. If we are to bear “much fruit” in and through our lives, we must remain in Jesus through a daily, personal relationship with Him.

At DNow 2025, we’ll learn how remaining in Jesus Influences our Identity in Christ, Encourages Spiritual Growth, and Empowers Us for Kingdom Work.