What is Summer Storm?
Summer Storm is a missions trip to SoulFest 2008. Those who participate in Summer Storm will be ministering through prayer, prophecy and listening in the YouthStorm prayer tent. They will also partner with SoulFest in specific ministry opportunities throughout the Fest, as well as serve in practical areas around the Fest. Our vision....For generations, our American culture has produced men and women, boys and girls, parents and children, who are suffering from poverty of soul, spirit, and mind. This comes from being unloved, orphaned, abused, or simply from a lack of direction. YouthStorm has a vision to minister through prayer, God’s Word, and a listening ear to the generations, restoring the connection of mind and spirit to the richness that God intended for each individual. Summer Storm is a redemptive initiative through Jesus and his work on the Cross for the generations at Soul Fest to discover true freedom and a new life charged with compassion and justice. His love liberates us to truly love our neighbor, to truly LIVE in the fullness for which we are created.
How much does it cost to be a part of Summer Storm at IOSF?
For the complete Missions Trip, including a ticket to SoulFest, camping, a meal plan, 2 training days, and an Encounter Weekend = $299
For the complete Missions Trip, including a ticket to Soul Fest, camping, a meal plan, and 2 training days (for those who have already attended an Encounter Weekend) = $219
Where will the participants of Summer Storm be staying?
YouthStorm has reserved a plot of camping spaces on Gunstock Mt.
What will the participants of Summer Storm be eating?
YouthStorm will be providing a meal plan, which includes 9 meals, beginning on Wednesday evening and completing on Saturday afternoon.
What kind of schedule will the participants of Summer Storm be following?
Summer Storm participants will be on rotation in the YouthStorm prayer tent in two hour shifts. Most teams will serve 2-3 times daily in the tent in either worship or prayer.
We will also be participating in two ministry events with SoulFest at TBA times.
What are the requirements of being part of the ministry team of Summer Storm?
Each missionary is required to attend 2 training days offered through YouthStorm on Prayer and Power Evangelism.
These trainings will be held on May 24th and July 12th. They will be 10-3pm including a light lunch. They will be held at 44 Range Rd. in Windham NH.
There will be a make up date of June 7th, in the evening, for those who may be unable to join us May 24th.
Each missionary is also required to attend an Encountering God weekend offered through The Crossing (YouthStorm's church plant).
The following dates are available:
June 20-22nd for women
June 27-29th for men
These weekends are from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, and more information can be found out about at the Encounter website.
May I simply purchase discounted pickets through YouthStorm?
Yes! Discounted tickets are availble through YouthStorm. Please purchase here.
May I camp with YouthStorm even if I am not part of the ministry team of Summer Storm?
Yes! Camping spaces are limited, so register early. The cost is $15 pp for the week.
Can I sign up for the meal plan offered through YouthStorm even if I am not a part of Summer Storm's ministry team?
Yes! The meal plan is $60 for 9 meals from Wednesday dinner through Saturday lunch.
What should I bring?
Bible, Pen, Paper.
Tent.
Tarps. One for over your tent and one for underneath.
Sleeping bag or blankets.
Mattress, Cushion, or cot to sleep on.
Pillow.
Clothes for 4 days. (Wednesday – Saturday).
Swimsuit for the pond & pool & a towel for when you get out!
Sweatshirt and long pants. It can get very cold at night!
First-Aid kit (band-aids, etc.)
Personal hygiene items (toothpaste, deodorant, etc…)
Sunblock, sunglasses, hat.
Insect repellant.
Biodegradable soap. (for you and your dishes).
Air-tight coolers for all food. Please keep all food in AIR-TIGHT CONTAINTERS. New Hampshire BLACK BEARS are real! Ice will be sold on-site for coolers.
Drinking water (or water bottle).
Rain coat / Rain gear / Umbrella. SOULFEST is a rain or shine event.
Rope, string, stakes, etc.
Hammer, knife, etc (so you can make use of the above items).
Flashlight and extra batteries.
Bike, skateboard, rollerblades.
Trash bags. For trash, raincoats, and stinky laundry.
Camera, Film, and Spare Batteries.
If attending and under 18, don’t forget parent/guardian permission slip.
WRISTBANDS & PASSES! Don’t forget them at home. If you don’t have them at the gate you’ll have to buy new ones.
