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The WKND


  • First Baptist O'Fallon 1111 East Highway 50 O'Fallon, IL, 62269 United States (map)

RESCHEDULED: If you have any questions or would like to attend, please contact us at fbcostudents@fbcofallon.org.

The WKND (formerly DNow Weekend) is a gathering where students come together to encounter Christ and be equipped to influence the culture around them.

Packed with dynamic preaching, authentic worship, fun activities, community and friendship – this is a weekend you won’t want to miss!

Registration opens on Friday, November 26 with a special one-day rate of $39/student. Please be aware there are different price options based on dates so make sure to register early! If you have questions, please email us at fbcostudents@fbcofallon.org.

FAQ

  • This year, you’ll notice there are no overnight activities which is a change from the past. Parents will need to ensure transportation to and from the church on Friday and Saturday.

    Students and families may arrange their own plans for overnight activities but supplies, resources and promotion will not be provided by First Students.

    If you have any questions regarding this decision, please reach out to us at fbcostudents@fbcofallon.org.

  • Parents are encouraged to still walk in with their children for check-in, but as long as the online registration is completed and any waivers are submitted, it is not required. Please keep in mind students do not need to pack or bring luggage as there are not overnight activities this year. If you have arranged your own overnight plans, any luggage or materials can be put into the Gym for storage.

  • Should a student need to arrive late or leave early, parents must complete a time away card which informs us of the student’s whereabouts. This is for student safety and knowledge of their location. Students may drive themselves to and from The WKND. However, if leaving during the event, students should inform a First Student Staff member and parents should still make us aware.

  • Lunch and dinner on Saturday are included in the cost of registration. Students will be served boxed Chick-fil-A lunches and dinner will be pulled pork sandwiches, chips and miscellaneous sides. Students who are gluten free should note so on their registration and gluten free options will be made available to them to the best of our ability. If a student has a severe food allergy, you may send them with their own meals which can be stored and heated up and a prorated refund will be alloted to you.

  • On Saturday, there will be different free time options for students that may involve going off campus. Should this be the case, students will be transported via rented buses and activities will be provided closer to the event. These may include such things as: Urban Air, SkyZone, Rec Plex, Indoor Bubble soccer, etc. The cost of these is included in the registration price.

    Serve Projects are also an option for students who would like to participate in this instead of the Rec option. On the registration, please select if your student would like to participate in Rec or Serve. There is no discount for those who select the Serve Project option as supplies and transportation are still being covered in the registration price.

  • For students who need financial assistance to attend The WKND, there are partial scholarships available based on need. All scholarship are confidential. To request a scholarship, please contact us at fbcostudents@fbcofallon.org.

    The cost of registration is less than the cost of the event and we want to make this as affordable as possible for families with multiple students. This year, we’re offering a few special price options we pray blesses you:

    November 26 Only: $39 November 27 - December 26: $49 December 27 - January 16: $59 January 17-23: $69

    If a student needs to withdraw their registration, refunds can be offered as: Before January 16 – Full refund offered

    January 17-23 – Partial refund available

    After January 23 – No refunds available

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