This is more than a beach trip. High school students from Park Cities Presbyterian Church are headed to RYM High School California where they will spend hours in God’s Word, build lasting friendships, and encounter the good news of the Gospel—while enjoying the beauty and fun of the California coast.
General Info
Here are the essentials for planning your week with PCPC in Malibu—dates, location, cost, and speaker.
Availability: Open - Space Available
Dates: July 27-31, 2026
Location: Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA
Cost: TBD
Speaker: Rev. Alex Wattlinton
Looking for more details? Scroll down to find the schedule, conference rules, elective class options, and a packing list.
Availability: Open - Space Available
Dates: July 27-31, 2026
Location: Pepperdine University in Malibu, CA
Cost: TBD
Speaker: Rev. Alex Wattlinton
Looking for more details? Scroll down to find the schedule, conference rules, elective class options, and a packing list.
Who needs to register?

Everyone attending RYM with PCPC must complete the right registration form. Select the option below to get started.
Church Registration
Leaders, reserve space for your church at this conference. Submit this form to register your group as soon as possible.
Adult Registration
If you’re attending with your church as a leader or chaperone, please complete your individual registration between March 1 and May 1, 2026.
Student Registration
Students, once your church has registered, sign up here to confirm your spot and share your details between March 1 and May 1, 2026.
Main Speaker

Rev. Alex Wattlington
Alex is native of Chattanooga, TN where he went to the McCallie school for boys and was largely influenced by the community of Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church. After college he moved to Philadelphia, PA where he earned his M.Div from Westminster Theological Seminary. He then served for 15 years with Reformed University Fellowship (RUF), 6 at Penn State University and 9 at USC. Alex is currently the senior pastor at Pacific Crossroad Church and an adjunct professor of practical theology at Westminster Seminary in San Diego. In his spare time, Alex enjoys golf, the NFL, his AMC stubs membership and exploring LA restaurants. In August 2002, Alex married his wife Becki. They have three boys: Whit, Miles, and Monroe.
Activities & Recreation

Field Day
- Soccer
- Pickleball
- Basketball
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Frisbee Golf
- Beach Volleyball
- Spikeball
- Swimming
- Trivia
- Talent Show
- Board & Card Games
- Mario Kart
Elective Classes

Recent RYM Elective Classes have included:
- Christianity 101
- Justification
- Sanctification
- Glorification
- Reformed Theology
- Decision Making
- Grief & Suffering
- The Power of Prayer
- Attributes of God
- Insecurity & Identity
- Dealing with Doubt
- Sovereignty of God
- Anxiety & Depression
- Navigating Pop Culture
- Friendship & Relationships
Sermon Library
2025 High School California - Night 4
Jul 31, 2025 • Matt Trexler
2025 High School California - Night 3
Jul 30, 2025 • Matt Trexler
2025 High School California - Night 2
Jul 29, 2025 • Matt Trexler
2025 High School California - Night 1
Jul 28, 2025 • Matt Trexler
2024 High School California - Night 3
Jul 28, 2024 • Russ Whitfield
2024 High School California - Night 2
Jul 27, 2024 • Russ Whitfield
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This program, while located at Pepperdine University, is not affiliated, sponsored or endorsed by Pepperdine University.
