Summer Ignite 2026 Set To Bring A Powerful Week Of Faith, Fun And Friendship To Ashland County Youth
SAVANNAH — Ashland County students are invited to get ready for what organizers are calling the ultimate summer experience as Summer Ignite 2026 returns for its second year.
The high-energy, week-long event will take place July 6 through July 10, 2026, at Bethel Chapel, located at 575 U.S. Route 250 in Savannah. The event is designed for students in grades 6 through 12 and will feature food, games, worship, inspiring messages, small group discussions and plenty of outdoor fun.
Pastor Chris Lopez of Bethel Chapel in Savannah and Pastor Nate Meiers, youth pastor at Ashland Grace, said they are excited to see multiple churches come together for one powerful purpose — helping students ignite their faith this summer.
“We’re really excited,” Meiers said. “This is our second year to host Summer Ignite. It’s an impactful week that is geared for high school students.”
Lopez said the event is open to students across Ashland County and beyond, encouraging them to bring friends and be part of something meaningful.
“We want to make sure that you get an opportunity to come out, join us, and be a part of something exciting,” Lopez said.
Organizers are expecting around 100 youth to attend this year’s event. Each evening will include dinner, worship, a message, small group time, games and outdoor activities. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m., with dinner beginning at 6 p.m. Events will run nightly from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Dinner will include fun favorites such as barbecue sandwiches and walking tacos.
One of the biggest highlights of the week will be Thursday night’s special event known as “Destination Unknown.” Students will not know where they are going until they arrive, adding a sense of excitement and mystery to the night.
“No one knows where we’re going,” Meiers said. “It’s just going to be an impactful night, and it’s different from last year.”
Lopez joked that students may be told to pack anything from fishing poles to hiking boots — or even skis — because they just never know what might happen.
Summer Ignite is more than just a week of fun. Organizers say the goal is to create a place where students can build friendships, grow in faith and leave encouraged for the rest of the summer.
The cost is $40 per student for the full week, which includes food, a free T-shirt and transportation for Destination Unknown. Students may also bring $10 per night if attending individual evenings.
Scholarships are available, and organizers said they do not want finances to keep any student from attending.
For scholarship information or questions, contact Pastor Nate Meiers at 567-274-7658 or Pastor Chris Lopez at 540-798-5047.
Registration is now open at:
https://bethelchapelsavannah.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3687551
“Get signed up,” Lopez said. “We want to make sure that you get signed up quickly so we can have a great, impactful week.”
Summer Ignite 2026 promises to be a week filled with faith, fun, friendship and unforgettable memories — and organizers say it just may be the highlight of the summer.
