We are looking forward with great anticipation to our TCS Spiritual Life Conference on Friday, February 6, 2026—a full-day experience dedicated to helping our students grow spiritually and deepen their faith journey.
This year’s theme is Pursuit: His Presence Is the Prize, rooted in Jeremiah 29:13:
“You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart.”
Throughout the day, students will engage in a meaningful blend of teaching, worship, creativity, fellowship, and service—all designed to help them chase what truly matters most.
What Students Can Expect
- A timely and relevant message
- Dynamic live worship
- Teen breakout sessions
- Fun games and service project
- Q&A time with Pastor Robert and other TCS leaders
Featured Guests & Contributors
Guest Speaker – Youth Pastor Robert Knechtle
Pastor Robert Knechtle comes from the Knechtle family’s well-known apologetics ministry, which engages students on college campuses through thoughtful, open-air Q&A conversations about faith, truth, and Christianity. Their ministry emphasizes the reasonableness of faith and encourages students to think critically while pursuing Christ wholeheartedly.
Guest Worship – Open Heaven Collective
We are excited to welcome Open Heaven Collective, led in part by TCS alum Zion Divino (Class of 2017), who will guide our students in powerful, Spirit-filled worship throughout the day.
Guest Artist – Derwin Sierra
Former TCS art teacher Derwin Sierra will serve as our guest artist, creating a live art display to open the conference and visually set the tone for the day.
Middle School Service Project: Mercy Kits
A key component of the conference for our Middle School students is their Mercy Kits Service Project, launched in collaboration with Jersey Cares. This initiative encourages students to grow in empathy, leadership, responsibility, and compassion through service.
Collection Timeline: Now through February 6
Drop-Off Location: MS Homeroom collection bins or Building #1 with Mrs. Jenna Flynn
Items may be full-size or travel-size
We strongly encourage Middle School families to work with their student between now and February 6 to bring in items from the list below, as assembling Mercy Kits is a significant part of the conference day.
During the conference, Middle School students will assemble the kits in their homerooms using gallon-size zip-lock bags.
Mercy Kit Collection Categories
Bin 1: Hygiene – Hair & Body
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Soap / Body Wash
- Lotion
Bin 2: Hygiene – Oral & Personal Care
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Deodorant
- Combs & Brushes
- Chapstick / Lip Balm
- Travel-size tissues
Bin 3: Clothing & Packaging
- Socks (youth size)
- Underwear (youth size)
- Gallon-size zip-lock bags
Please note: High School families are also welcome and encouraged to contribute donations to support our MS Mercy Kits efforts.
Thank you for partnering with us in the spiritual formation of your students. We believe God will do something powerful through this day, and we are grateful to walk this journey together.