RYM - Reformed Youth Ministries - Conferences

Join RYM on the Beautiful Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida
for the BEST week of your summer.

General Information

Dates: July 4-8, 2025
Availability: Limited space available!
Location: Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Center in Panama City Beach, FL
Theme: God With Us
Speaker: Rev. Shane Hatfield
Cost: $525 per person

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Conference Theme

In a world where we are constantly connected through technology, we find ourselves more isolated than ever. Our screens often keep us at a distance, offering a surface-level connection that leaves us craving deeper relationships. But Scripture reveals something radically different—a God who chose to come near. He didn’t remain far off but became flesh and dwelt among us. This summer at RYM, join us as we dive into the profound reality of a God who draws close, inviting us to know Him as Emmanuel, “God with Us.” Experience a week of faith, fellowship, and fun as we discover what it means to live fully in His presence.

Main Speaker

Rev. Shane Hatfield

Shane Hatfield (Coweta H.S.; B.S. Oklahoma State University; M.A.E. Northeastern State University; M.A.R. Reformed Theological Seminary) is a lifelong Okie who has spent the last fifteen years as an educator, including five years as a public school teacher and ten years as a pastor. Prior to accepting his call as Senior Pastor at Grace & Peace Presbyterian Church in Tulsa, OK, Shane spent several years serving in youth ministry and with RUF as Campus Minister at Oklahoma State University. Shane is married to Shari and has three children: Tucker (’08), Emmarie (’11), and Frances (’14). He enjoys exercising, reading, watching sports, coaching sports, and spending time with friends and family.