"We had great pre-registration numbers last year, and this year, we've already exceeded those numbers by about 50 kids," said Hodges. "Many wait until they arrive to register, so there could be even more."

"BCYF is geared toward students in both junior high and senior high," said Hodges. "We've got a lot of great activities lined up, and we're looking forward to bringing a spiritually inspiring weekend to participants."

Hodges says the Rev. Kevin Medlin, pastor of the Lebanon Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Lebanon, will be the guest speaker, and Bethel's Renaissance choral group will get the worship services revved up with worship and praise songs.

"We invite the churches in the area to bring their youth groups to this event," she said. "It's not too late to register. In fact, groups can register up until Saturday morning."

This year's BCYF theme is "Where does my help come from?" and is based on the Bible verse, Psalm 121:1.

The cost for BCYF is $45 per person for two nights, or $35 per person for one night. Both options include overnight accommodations, meals and a BCYF T-shirt. Students who plan to attend should bring supplies for an overnight stay, including an air mattress or a sleeping bag.

For more information about BCYF or to register for BCYF, call the Office of Admission at 731-352-4030 or go to www.bethel-college.edu/christianlife/bcyf.