Convivio
Join us for our upcoming Convivio. Find registration details, event information, and downloadable packets below.
Event Details
Dates
Nov 26–29, 2026
Check-in: Thu 3:00 PM
Check-out: Sun 12:00 PM
Location
Pali Retreat
30778 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382
~60–90 min northeast of Los Angeles
Registration
Theme
2026 Theme
“Enciende la llama,
vive los hechos”
“Ignite the Flame, Live the Acts”
Key Verse
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
Acts 1:8
Vision
God has formed a people for himself — a people set apart to know him, believe him, and reflect his light. Just as the believers in Acts lived their faith with power, we are called today to ignite the flame and live the acts.
Purpose
Through fellowship, reflection, and learning at this event, we want to strengthen ourselves spiritually and encourage one another to remain firm in the faith — leaving motivated to ignite the flame and live the acts.
Registration & Pricing
Early Registration
$265
per person
Open: Apr 11 – May 31, 2026
Deposit due: $100/person by May 31
Balance due: Oct 4, 2026
Late Registration
$285
per person
Open: Jun 1 – Aug 2, 2026
Deposit due: $100/person by Aug 2
Balance due: Oct 4, 2026
What's Included
- ✓3 nights lodging (bunk-style cabins)
- ✓8 meals (dinner Thu · breakfast/lunch/dinner Fri & Sat · breakfast Sun)
- ✓Conference hall & group recreation time
Payment via Chase Bank deposit or Zelle. No online payments. No refunds per camp policy. Contact Samuel Saldaña (323) 771-8639 if you don't have a Chase branch nearby.
Who Can Attend
Youth
Ages 16–29
Single, never married
No children
Not living with a partner
Teenagers
Exception OnlyAges 13–15
Exception form required
Submit through your local encargado
Deadline was Apr 26; late requests reviewed case-by-case
Chaperones
Max 3 / Location
Room with their group (gender-separated)
Hold cabin key; responsible for youth in their cabin
Additional chaperones require prior approval from Misael Ortega Leal
Prerequisites to Attend
- ✓Active participation in all local youth group activities
- ✓Respectful conduct at home, work, church, and youth group
- ✓Genuine interest in doctrine and living it out
- ✓Good relationships with fellow youth and local leaders
Each location evaluates their youth against these requirements before registering.
Dress Code
Guidelines
Sisters
Skirts required as part of doctrinal identity.
Brothers
Formal or neat casual attire — nothing overly tight or inappropriate.
Everyone
Modest and decent dress that reflects our identity as God's people.
Not Permitted
- Hair dyed in unnatural or bright colors
- Visible tattoos
- Excessively tight clothing
- Shorts of inappropriate length
- Mini-skirts
- Spaghetti-strap tops
Activities & Competitions
Competition
Bible Contest
Book
Acts of the Apostles
Reina Valera 1909 (ES) · KJV (EN)
Prelim Exam
Saturday, October 10, 2026
At your local youth service — no electronics or Bibles
Qualifying Score
70% or higher advances to the Convivio round
Questions? Contact Brandon Centeno (323) 955-9094 or Leslie Mendoza (619) 327-8666
Competition
Musical Participation
Song Requirements
One original song per location, based on a character from Acts. Reflects faith, patience, hope, and trust in God — all praise directed to God.
Length
3:30 – 4:00 minutes
Video Deadline
August 9, 2026
INDAUTOR Registration
Required · $30–50 per location
Two stages: virtual video for feedback, then live performance at the Convivio. AI-generated content is grounds for disqualification.
Included
Recreation & Workshops
Recreation
Teamwork activities indoors and outdoors. Youth grouped across locations. All equipment provided by Pali Retreat.
Workshops
Spiritual workshops for biblical growth, faith, and service skills throughout the event.
Weather
Running Springs avg. 55–65°F in November
Bring a jacket and layers
Logistics
Schedule
Check-In / Out
Check-In
Thursday, Nov 26 · 3:00 PM
No access before 3:00 PM — plan travel accordingly
Check-Out
Sunday, Nov 29 · 12:00 PM
Depart immediately after. No one may leave the premises during the event.
Parking
Valet parking — keys held by chaperones until departure
Accommodations
Cabins
Capacity
Up to 12 per cabin · bunk beds · bathrooms included
Separation
Strictly gender-separated. No cross-gender cabin access.
What to Bring
Blanket · pillow · towel (not provided)
Transportation
Fortaleza Sur-Oeste does not provide transportation. Each location arranges their own travel to Pali Retreat.
30778 CA-18, Running Springs, CA 92382 · ~60–90 min northeast of Los Angeles
Merch & Photos
- ✓T-shirts and merch for sale · cash or Zelle only
- ✓Official photographer on-site throughout the event
- ✓Photos available online within a few weeks after the event
Packets & Downloads
Questions?
Reach out for more information about the Convivio.