LOGOS
SUMMER LOGOS 2026
It happened again. You exploded in anger at your friend or loved one over something that wasn’t that big of a deal. Or you told yourself that you would stop gossiping, but now another relationship has suffered because of your loose tongue. But here you are. Why can’t you seem to string together many victories when it comes to speaking in anger, or gossiping, or [fill in the blank]?
There’s no doubt that we live in a world of hate, abuse, deceit, sarcasm…the list goes on and on. Shouldn’t a Christian’s speech be different? Shouldn’t we be united as brothers and sisters in Christ? How do we change our speech, listening patterns, and reactions? In our talks and discussions, we’ll consider these questions as we think through how to reject the speech of the world that tears down and instead choose the speech of the Kingdom that builds up.
This year’s keynote speaker will be Rev. Chris Smith, who is Pastor of Phoenix URC in Phoenix, AZ. In three sessions, Rev. Smith will break down different dangers of the tongue.
Rev. Lloyd Hemstreet, Rev. Chris Engelsma and Rev. Daniel Ventura will present workshops on a variety of pertinent topics.
Included in the cost of your registration will be a full program consisting of three main sessions, three workshops, plus daily small group devotions and discussions led by our young men.
“Detour Ahead”
It seems great when things go just the way that we had planned, but what about when they don’t? How do we receive the unforeseen roadblocks, and how does God use those in our lives? Considering words from the book of Judges and Acts, we will examine some of the reasons God changes our direction.
Rev. Lloyd Hemstreet is the pastor of Coopersville CRC in Coopersville, Michigan.
“The Hills that Matter”
We all have to deal with threats to our faith from outside the church. What about those threats that come from within the church? How do we know where to draw a line of no compromise and how do we know which views can be tolerated within our churches? This is a difficult question, and this workshop aims to give you some tools for navigating this difficult area of our life of faith.
Rev. Chris Engelsma is the pastor of Covenant URC in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
“Loving Difficult People”
Loving others is easy when people are kind, stable, and grateful. But what about the difficult people God places in our lives? How do we love those who are ungodly, unapproachable, short tempered, proud, needy, or even unstable? This session will explore how the gospel shapes our patience, wisdom, and boundaries so that we can reflect Christ’s love toward the difficult people he places in our lives.
Rev. Daniel Ventura is the pastor at Ontario URC in Ontario, California.
Lord willing, the LOGOS 2026 Conference will take place July 29 -August 1 at the Michindoh Conference Center in Hillsdale, MI.
We have enjoyed hosting our summer conference here many times in the past. Michindoh offers many onsite activities such as mini golf, fishing, kayaking, 9-square, volleyball, and a water slide! If you have a kayak, take one along.
Michindoh also features a beachfront for swimming. Please remember to bring swimwear that adheres to the RYS dress code. All attendees must follow our dress code policy, which will be posted on our website.
For all the fishing enthusiasts, Michindoh allows fishing in a reserved location on the lake. All you need to bring is your fishing pole, bait, and your skills (licenses can be checked out at the front desk for free). We hope to hold our second LOGOS fishing competition.
Attendees can either enjoy activities on site or choose to venture out. Our suggested trip this year is either the Henry Ford Museum or Greenfield Village (next door). The HFM showcases remarkable historical artifacts, including iconic vehicles, trains, airplanes, and groundbreaking innovations that have shaped our world. The Greenfield Village is an immersive outdoor park with 100+ authentic historic structures,Thomas Edison’s lab, Wright brothers’ home, costumed interpreters, working farms, and Model T rides.
As always, all of our speakers will speak from a reformed perspective on issues facing young adults. We trust that you will be blessed by praising the Lord in our main sessions and learning from the Word together with fellow believers. We would heartily encourage all reformed post-high singles and couples ages 18-30 to consider spending some quality fellowship time with like-minded young adults from across North America.
Lodging will primarily be in Merrillat Lounge and will include a full set of linens and private bathroom. All meals except for the Friday day-away dinner are included in your registration fee.
If you are traveling from a distance, we can probably make arrangements to transport you to and from the Capital Region Airport in Lansing, MI (only), but please contact RYS Director Paul Van Dyke regarding your flight schedule prior to booking for those details. Travel and day away activities are your own responsibility.
Early bird T-Shirt Deal: If you register before June 1 you will be able to purchase our new exclusive LOGOS T-shirt!
The regular registration deadline is July 6. Registration can be found at reformedyouthservices.org. Regular registration cost for singles is $355.00 (U.S.) and $630.00 for married couples for the program only. The costs for the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village will be communicated at a later date. Late registration from July 7-13 is $405.00 for singles and $680.00 for couples, for the program only. All payment is via credit card/PayPal at time of registration. Total refunds minus our PayPal fees will be given if our event is cancelled. Other day away activities are at your own cost and choice. If you have any questions, please contact us at rysdirector@gmail.com or (360) 842-1130. We hope to see you in Michigan!
2026 Summer LOGOS Registration
2026 Summer LOGOS Registration
Intended for post-high singles and married ages 18-30, RYS offers two LOGOS (meaning Word) events per year for young adults – a winter retreat with one speaker and a more extended summer conference with a main speaker and workshops.
2026 Winter LOGOS
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RYS LOGOS Dresscode
DRESS CODE FOR POST HIGH ATTENDANTS, COMMITTEE, AND SPEAKERS. The RYS Board and LOGOS planning committee is recommending a policy per I Timothy 2:9, “to dress modestly, with decency and propriety.” It is our responsibility to provide a proper atmosphere for biblical...