Catalyst
Join us for an incredible weekend of community, worship, and spiritual growth.February 13–15, 2026
$75
($90 after January 25)
Get ready middle schoolers and high schoolers—Catalyst is back!
This is a weekend you don’t want to miss, full of powerful worship, crazy fun with your Life Group, time to dive deep into what God’s doing in your life, and a chance to hear from our speakers, Pastor Ben Mandrell and Brent Crowe!
Early bird registration is $75 through January 25, and the price increases to $90 leading up to the event. Register online and get ready to make this weekend one to remember!
Breakout Sessions
Upon registration, students must choose two breakout sessions to attend on Saturday afternoon. Students can only attend the breakout sessions they choose at registration. There will be an additional breakout session on Friday evening that will be gender-specific.
Hide the Word
Memorizing Scripture isn’t just for extra credit—it’s a powerful way to hold God’s truth close to your heart. Learn fun and practical strategies to remember verses, meditate on them, and use them to guide your thoughts and decisions every day.
Reading the Bible Without Getting Lost
Discover how to read the Bible in a way that actually sticks and speaks into your life. You’ll learn practical tips for understanding Scripture, staying consistent, and applying it to everyday situations. Walk away ready to make Bible reading a meaningful part of your daily rhythm.
Sharing Your Faith Without Being Weird
Sharing your faith can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to. This breakout will help you understand why evangelism matters, how to start conversations about Jesus naturally, and practical ways to love and influence people with your faith. You’ll leave confident to take small, meaningful steps in sharing the Gospel.
The Practice of Showing Up
This breakout is all about learning how to show up for and love the people in your life well. You’ll discover practical ways to be a better friend, show hospitality, support people through tough times, and cultivate meaningful relationships that last. Whether you’re outgoing or just learning how to show up for others, you’ll leave with tools to love people well.
I Have Questions About the Church
Not everyone has grown up in church, and some people have had experiences that left them confused. Explore what church is really about. No judgment, no pressure—just a place to start, learn, and understand the why.
When Family Is Hard
Family can be amazing—but it can also be really challenging. We will talk about the ups and downs of family life, how to deal with conflict, how to navigate tough relationships, and healthy ways to love and respect those closest to you. You’ll leave with practical tools and encouragement for handling family struggles.
Faith That Makes Sense (Apologetics)
Have questions about God, Jesus, or Christianity? Let’s talk about reasons why the Bible is true and why Christianity is the only way to God. The goal of this breakout is for you to be equipped with tools to defend your faith in a world of questions.
Trusting God in the Middle
Life doesn’t always go the way we hope. Learn how to trust God with your future even when today feels hard. Discover practical ways to hold onto hope, find peace in the present, and keep moving forward when life feels uncertain. You’ll learn how to live fully now while trusting God for what’s ahead.
Mind and Heart: Caring for Your Mental Health
Life can be stressful, overwhelming, and confusing at times—and that’s OK. In this breakout, we’ll talk about mental health and teach you some practical ways to manage stress, anxiety, and emotions as you discover how faith can bring hope and healing. You’ll leave with tools and encouragement to take care of your mind, heart, and spirit.
Presence, Not Participation
You may have heard this phrase in the Bible: “in the world but not of it.” What does that mean? In this breakout, we’ll dive into the concept of living for God in a sinful world. The goal of this breakout session is for you to learn how to make practical God-honoring choices in the face of temptation.
Speakers and Music
Be challenged and encouraged by our two speakers for the weekend, Ben Mandrell and Brent Crowe.
Ben Mandrell
Ben Mandrell is the Senior Pastor of our church, and we’re so excited to have him with us this weekend! Both he and his wife, Lynley, have a heart for the next generation and want to see young people daily living for Christ and sharing Him with others.
Brent Crowe
Brent Crowe is the vice president of Student Leadership University and has partnered with Bellevue in a lot of different ways over the years. He has a passion for people knowing they are set apart for the Gospel and teaching them how to live that out.
Weekend Worship
Jeff Maxwell and the Worship Team will lead us throughout the weekend as we draw near to God and seek the one purpose He has for our lives.
Schedule
Stay informed on where you need to be throughout the weekend.
Friday, February 13
5:30 p.m…………….Doors Open
6:30 p.m…………….Session One
8:00 p.m……Breakout Session One
9:00 p.m…………….Life Groups
10:00 p.m………..Dismissal
Saturday, February 14
9:00 a.m………..Senior Breakfast at The Vue Building
10:00 a.m…………Doors Open
10:30 a.m…………Session Two
Noon……………Lunch
12:30 p.m……..Breakout Session Two
1:30 p.m……….Breakout Session Three
2:30 p.m……Life Group Free Time on Campus
5:00 p.m…………Session Three
6:30 p.m………..Dismiss to Dinner at Host Homes
Sunday, February 15
8:30 a.m……….Doors Open
9:15 a.m…………….Session Four
10:15 a.m…………….Dismissal
What you need to know
Find the answers you need for the weekend.
Life Groups
This is a Life Group–centered weekend! Life Groups will stick together throughout the weekend, and your student’s Life Group leader will be supervising, so you can go to them with any questions you have. Students are expected to register for the Life Group they attend on Sunday morning.
Breakout Sessions
Upon registration, students must choose three breakout sessions to attend Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Students can only attend the breakout sessions they choose at registration.
Driving
If your student will be driving themselves or riding with a friend throughout the weekend, please print and fill out the Riding/Driving Permission Card and give it to your student’s Life Group leader.
Leaving Early
If a student needs to be away during any part of Catalyst weekend, you must complete a Time Away Form. Parents, fill out the form and give it to your student’s Life Group leader prior to Catalyst weekend.
Friday Night
Check in and then meet your Life Group in the West Lobby between 5:30 and 6:00. Doors open at 5:50 for Session One, and parents can pick up their students in the West Lobby after all activities at 10:00.
Senior Breakfast
High school seniors will have the option to meet Daniel Harris and Dakota Tucker, Bellevue’s College Pastor and College Director, for a senior breakfast at The Vue building on Saturday morning at 9:00.
Saturday Morning
Students can meet their Life Group on campus as early as 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The session will start at 10:30.
Lunch
Chick-fil-A will be provided for lunch on Saturday. We will accommodate food allergies based on your student’s registration. If your student has an allergy we need to be aware of, please communicate that in the registration form.
Saturday Night Plans
Each Life Group will have dinner together on Saturday night at a host home. We are not making an overnight stay part of Catalyst weekend this year, so students can be picked up from the host home after dinner to go home and sleep in their own beds!
Sunday Morning
We will wrap up Catalyst in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday morning. We will celebrate all God did throughout the weekend and have time to debrief together. Students will be dismissed at 10:45 to go home or attend the 11:00 worship service.
For more information, call (901) 347-5690..
