TBT’s Mid-Year Conference (MYC)
Our main annual gathering together under God’s Word in June each year.
Our Mid-Year Conference is often the highlight of our year.
Around 150-200 university students and young adults go away for 4 days at a campsite near Eston/Richmond (KZN) with time together under God’s word as well as singing, praying, fun, food, friendship and so much more.
MYC 2024
Stand Firm.
Join us from Sunday the 16th to Wednesday the 19th June 2024 for TBT’s 2024 Mid-Year Conference.
(Please NOTE the date change from what was previously communicated!)
What happens at MYC?
The Conference sees attendees arriving at 9am on Sunday the 16th June, and leaving by 2.30pm on Wednesday the 19th June.
But what happens in between?
On your right is the general pattern of each main day at MYC.
Below is a snippet from MYC 2022
8am: Breakfast
9am: Workshop small groups where we help you to understand the Bible for yourself in smaller groups.
10.30am: Tea
11am: Main morning sessions where this year we will be looking at Isaiah 6-7 and ‘standing firm’ with Musawenkosi Ntinga (see more on Musa below).
13.00: Lunch
14.00: Fun and/or free time
16.15: Electives where you get to choose what session you want to go to. Electives are chosen on signup.
For 2024 the Electives include (and have a look at the videos below advertising the electives!):
Scripture Alone: What it does and doesn’t mean for the Christian life;
Prayer: Habits that help us pray;
Talking about HIV-Aids as Christians - Thoughts from Christian doctors;
Singleness, marriage, and sex - Notes from a married couple;
17.30: Free Time
18.00: Supper
19.00: Main evening sessions looking at the Triune God of Ephesians 1.
20.30: Evening fun which usually includes things like Stage Battles, Talent shows, a movie night, or our favourite…. hot-chocolate, singing and testimonies around a huge bonfire.
23.00: Lights out (that is, if you’re still awake by then!)
Meet our main speaker
Musa Ntinga is the Rector of Christ Central Soweto - a 5 year old church in Pimville, Soweto. He is also the Executive Director of the Gauteng Alliance - a collaborative church planting movement in Gauteng.
Musa is married to Masana for 13 years, and they have two boys Ayabonga (6) and Hlulani (3).
Musa is a proud Tbt Alumni. Also doing a short but meaningful stint as an apprentice in 2008. He holds a BSc in Civil Engineering from UKZN and is a Professionally registered Engineer through ECSA, and a Bth in Pastoral ministry from GWC.
In his spare time he loves going to the gym, supporting Orlando Pirates (FC) and listening to podcasts as he contemplates the state of global and national politics.
How much?
Conference Fees include transportation on the MYC buses (if needed), all main meals, teas, accommodation, all conference material and more.
You should realise that in order to serve and love you, prices are HEAVILY SUBSIDISED already. For instance accommodation and meals cost at least R450 per night per person.
How can I pay?
Pay online with your card via Payfast here: https://www.payfast.co.za/donate/go/thebibletalks (Reference: Full Name MYC)
Pay via Zapper here: https://thebibletalks.org/financial-partnership
Give money to a TBT Team member (ask for a photo of their depositing it as proof)
Use TBT’s bank details on the sign up sheet for an EFT or deposit (Reference: Full Name MYC. NB! Please add R15 for cash deposits)
Probably the most important date for you to recognize is that of the deposits - all due by the 8th of April.
FIRST TIMER to MYC?
•Student/unemployed = R450
Deposit = R200 by the 8th April. The rest is due by the 27th May.
•Worker/employed = R700
Deposit = R350 by the 8th April. The rest is due by the 27th May.
RETURNING (Early Bird Special)?
•Student/unemployed = R600
Deposit = R200 by the 8th April. The rest is due by the 15th May
•Worker/employed = R900
Deposit = R350 by the 8th April. The rest is due by the 15th May
Please note:
If your full amount is not in by the 15th May then we reserve the right to automatically move you into the "Late Price" category (below)
RETURNING (Late Price)?
•Students/unemployed = R800
Full amount by the 27th May.
•Workers/Employed = R1100
Full amount by the 27th May.
!!! Please note !!!
All deposits are non-refundable.
There will be no refunds of any amount after the 27th May.
Frequently Asked Questions…
How do we get to the camp site? And return?
We provide the option of travelling via the MYC buses. These buses leave from a few central locations around Durban - we’ll confirm these closer to the time.
Want to make your own way there? No problem… we’ll give you the address on sign up. Just make sure you arrive between 9-10am on the first day.
Are we camping?
No. We’ll stay at Camp Noah Living Waters (near Richmond/Eston) but attendees sleep in dorms and similar rooms with bunk beds.
However, it’s not the city, so do expect a certain rustic feel to things, and also poor cell phone signal.
Situated in a valley, it does get cold - especially at night! So please do pack accordingly (we did warn you!)
For the parents: who is looking after my child, is she/he safe?…
This Conference is hosted and managed by the team of The Bible Talks KZN. Our aim is to provide a safe environment for your child. Men and women strictly stay in separate accommodation. The camps site is clearly marked, and there is a curfew at night.
You are also most welcome to have the contact details of senior staff members of TBT KZN if you would like to contact them for updates or should any issues arise.
A basic first aid kit and nominated first aider is also on site.
What must I bring?
Warm clothes!!
Warm blankets and extra bedding (only a basic bottom sheet is provided)
A pillow
Comfortable clothes for activities
Notebook and pen
A Bible (if you have one)
A water bottle
What if I get a supplementary exam?
MYC takes place AFTER exams and BEFORE the UKZN supplementary exams.
If you are worried you may have/get a supp... still come along! Tell us you need to study and we will make sure you’re assigned a place where you can study. Coming to camp means you have great things to do between your study breaks, and that you are guaranteed 3 meals a day! So don't let your supp put you off coming.
If you’re at another institution (UniZulu, MUT, DUT etc) then please let us know of any possible clashes in dates.