What is CONNECT?
CONNECT is a life-changing week of intense interaction with God and each other, as leaders and students from across Europe gather together to learn and grow. The goal of Connect is to encourage and equip those involved in university student ministry at any level, so that we can share the message of the gospel more effectively within the university environment and our own local contexts. The week will include worship and prayer, seminars, workshops, evening meetings, sports and games, and time to build relationships in small groups.
Who can come to the conference?
CONNECT is for all those involved in reaching students in the university context in Europe, including short- or long-term workers, student leaders, church volunteers, and others who have a passion to reach students with the good news of Jesus Christ. We believe that as we share our knowledge and resources and encourage one another, we will be more effective in reaching students with the message of Jesus in our diverse local environments.
Can I come for part of the time?
CONNECT is designed to give in-depth training, with opportunities for building relationship with God and others through the various activities, services, small groups, and workshops. Participants are STRONGLY encouraged to make plans to attend ALL of CONNECT because team building and small group dynamics depend on full participation.
Can I come early or stay late?
The conference center is reserved for our group from the evening of 1 August until the morning of 9 August. Priority for early arrivals is reserved and limited to Connect planning staff and other workers who will be needed for set up. If you need to arrive early, please contact us at info@sfceurope.org so that we can ensure there is room for you before reserving an extra night on the registration form.
How much does Connect cost?
Prices for Connect cover rooms and meals beginning with the evening meal on Saturday, 2 August, and ending with breakfast on Saturday, 9 August.
Full-time Students - €295
Non-students/children & youth workers - €375
Youth (11-17) - €275; Children (3-10) - €275; Children under 3 - €50. (Youth & children tickets are available for the families of ministry leaders in attendance.)
Registration Prices for Connect increase on 16 June 2025 by 25 EUR per person.
Registration closes and all payment is due on 30 June 2025. All unpaid registrations are subject to cancellation.
Cancellation Policy
**IMPORTANT**
PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED IN FULL. DEADLINE FOR FULL PAYMENT IS 30 June 2025. All unpaid registrations are subject to cancellation. Any paid registrations cancelled before this date may be refunded minus a €50 registration fee. After 30 June, refunds may only be granted on a case by case basis. Please contact us directly if you would like more information or to transfer your registration to another participant.
How can I pay?
The preferred method of payment is a bank transfer using the information below:
Name:
SFC-Europe
Rue Hugo d’Oignies, 34
5100 NAMUR, Belgium
Bank:
Frei Kirchen Bank SPAR - und Kreditbank (SKB)
Evangelisch - Freikirchlicher Gemeinden eG Friedberger Strasse 101 61350 Bad Homburg v. d. Höhe
Account number (in Germany): 17915 08
IBAN (International Banking Number): DE26 5009 2100 0001 7915 08
Code BIC (Swift): GENODE51BH2
If bank transfer is not possible, contact us at info@sfceurope.org.
What is the daily schedule?
Here is a tentative daily schedule:
8:00 - 8:50 - Breakfast
9:00 - 9:20 - Morning Gathering
9:30 - 12:00 - Seminar
12:00 - 13:00 - Lunch
13:00 - 14:45 - Free time
14:45 - 15:00 - Coffee & Cookies
15:00 - 16:30 - Workshops
16:30 - 18:00 - Small Groups/Staff Meeting
18:00 - 19:00 - Dinner
19:30 - Evening Encounter (Children's program ends 21:30)
Can I sign up for more than one seminar?
Sorry, no. Participants follow their selected seminar every morning for 6 days, resulting in 10+ hours of in-depth instruction and guided interaction.
How do I sign up for workshops?
There will be descriptions and sign-up sheets for the workshops during on-site registration.
What is the lodging situation like?
This year’s CONNECT will be held at a Christian conference center. Most of the rooms have private bathrooms, although there are a few dorm-style rooms with hall bathrooms. Room sizes vary between 2 and 6 people.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby of the main building.
Can I room with my friend(s)?
Yes, you may mention the name of your preferred roommate in the comments section of the registration form. We will try our best to accommodate you, but please understand that there may be other circumstances that limit our ability to honor every request.
How will the meals work?
Meals are self-serve buffet style in the cafeteria. The meals reflect the German culture of our host country, with the main meal of the day being lunchtime, and dinner being a light meal. Breakfast is often cold cuts, cheeses, bread, yogurt and muesli. Lunchtimes are hot meals with a variety of German and some international offerings. Dinner is often cold cuts, cheeses, bread and soup or salad. If the timing of the meals or type of food does not suit your needs or culture, you may want to plan on bringing snacks with you.