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Focus 2025


  • Doubling Gap Center 1550 Doubling Gap Road Newville, PA, 17241 United States (map)

This year at Focus, we’re turning to the book of Revelation—a book that fuels our perseverance in proclaiming Jesus. In a world that can feel uncertain and overwhelming, Revelation lifts our eyes to Jesus, the victorious King, reminding us that He reigns now and will reign forever. Through its vivid imagery and powerful truths, we’ll see how God equips His people to stand firm and boldly proclaim the Gospel until He takes us home!

Registration IS OPEN!

WEEK 1: May 11-16

Albright College, Alvernia University, Cedar Crest College, DeSales University, East Stroudsburg University, Elizabethtown College, Gettysburg College, Lebanon Valley College, Lycoming College, Muhlenberg College, Penn State University, Shippensburg University, Wilkes University

WEEK 2: May 18-23

Bloomsburg University, Bucknell University, Juniata College, King's College, Kutztown University, Lafayette College, Lancaster Bible College, Susquehanna University, Thaddeus Stevens

Main Session Speakers

Lincoln Fitch

Mark Fodale

Mike Kreider

Peter Krol

Kevin Noyes

Caleb Olshefsky

 

DM University

Bible Study 101 Track: (Freshmen)

We want to teach you not just how to study the Bible but how to study it with others! Join us as we both review the basics of leading Bible study, while learning the ropes of leading a group through a passage of scripture. It's our hope that you walk away from this track ready to take a crack at leading your first Bible study.

Discipleship Track: (Sophomores & Juniors)

Discipleship, why do we do it and how do we do it? We want to answer these questions for you through this track. We'll spend time exploring the vision, art, and science behind helping people around us love, know, and obey Jesus.

Wisdom Track: (Sophomores & Juniors)

What does it mean to be "wise" and where do you start? Solomon would say the beginning of wisdom is this: "get wisdom." Join us as we explore and unpack the Proverbs and "get wisdom" together.

Senior Track: (Seniors)

College is coming to an end. You've learned what it looks like to be a part of a fellowship on campus that is on mission for Jesus. But now what? How do you apply the skills you've learned out in the world, and what should you expect as you enter this next season? Join us to find out.


Focus+

How can we engage with the world, if we can’t even engage with other Christians? We want to teach you how to approach hot-button and grey-area issues with truth and grace and how to thoughtfully and confidently engage or even disagree with other Christians. Join us for Focus+!


Registration

When you register, you should receive an email confirming your registration. If you do not receive this email, please email registrar@dm.org to let us know.

Payment

The cost of the conference for students is $290.

This covers materials and lodging, and meals from Sunday dinner through Friday lunch.

To reserve your spot at the conference, you must make the minimum payment of $20 at the time of registration using a credit or debit card. You can pay the remaining balance in one of three ways:

   1. Pay online

   2. Mail a check

   3. Pay in person when you arrive at the conference

If sending payment by mail, please make checks payable to DiscipleMakers and write “Focus” in the memo line. Mail your payment to: DiscipleMakers, 365 Science Park Road, State College, PA 16803. Please send your payments before the start of the conference.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your registration at any time by emailing registrar@dm.org. Whether you are eligible for a refund depends on when you cancel.

If you cancel before the registration deadline (Friday, April 25th at 11:59pm for Week 1 or Friday, May 2nd @ 11:59pm for Week 2): You will be refunded the amount you paid when you registered.

If you cancel after the registration deadline but before 48 hours prior to the event (Friday, May 9th at noon for Week 1 or Friday, May 16th @ noon for Week 2): You will not be refunded your minimum payment, but you will not have to pay any remaining balance.

If you cancel after 48 hours prior to the event OR you never cancel: You will not be refunded your minimum payment, and you will be responsible for paying any remaining balance.


Listen to the worship we’ll be singing during the week on Spotify!

LOCATION: 

Doubling Gap Center
1550 Doubling Gap Rd
Newville, PA 17241

Earlier Event: April 4
Women's Conference 2025
Later Event: October 17
Fall Conference 2025