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Youth Fest began in April of 2003 when God's calling was answered and put into action by several members of Pilot Baptist Church in Zebulon, North Carolina. Through lots of prayer and full faith in God's will, the planning began to host an event that would minister to the surrounding areas and would include bringing today's top christian artists for an outdoor concert event free to the public. With the rise of contemporary christian music filling up more of today's secular air waves, we believe in our hearts that God's calling for Youth Fest comes precisely at a time where there is an opportunity for many to hear God's word, but question His existence and His purpose in their lives. We believe that Youth Fest will provide a great opportunity to answer some of those questions that those who do not walk with Christ may have. The money to finance Youth Fest is obtained by fundraisers, contributions, business sponsors and the monies received from the food and games at the festival. Please continue to pray for this ministry that it will reach those who are lost and lead them to know and walk with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
| Youth Fest 2003 |
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 In 2003, Youth Fest was introduced to the surrounding area. It was held on the lawn of Pilot Baptist Church. God provided a beautiful day to praise Him. Many people turned out for the first festival and it was decided then that Youth Fest would be an annual event.
Performers for the first year included:
Forty Days
Third Promise
Off The Beaten Path
Rev. Jamie Pearce (Guest Speaker) |
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 In 2004, Youth Fest was once again held on the lawn of Pilot Baptist Church. This year we would see the attendance increase and many would make professions of faith during the sharing of God's word.
Performers this year included:
Forty Days
Carl Cartee Band
Clayton King
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| Youth Fest 2005 |
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 In 2005, the location was moved across the street from the church to the Pilot Lions Park. A professional sound, light, & stage company was hired for the festival. Extreme Games, 9 total, were introduced to YF along with two stages. The "Leap of Faith" was successful as many people came from all over North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina.
Performers this year included:
Todd Agnew
Warren Barfield
Bryan Currie (Guest Speaker)
Feed
Anthony Wall
Extreme Games
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| Youth Fest 2006 |
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 In 2006,
we added more inflatable games for attendees and really began to see the fruits of the festival. Many church groups began making Youth Fest an annual trip and the feedback
on what God was doing fueled us to continue the exhausting fundraising campaign to keep the admission free.
Performers this year include:
Todd Agnew
Tammy Trent
Carl Cartee Band
Extreme Games
Kidz Zone
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| Youth Fest 2007 |
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 Youth Fest 2007 proved to be one of our highest attended festival to date. This year's event would begin one day earlier as part of a week long area youth revival.
Performers this year included:
Building 429 & Overflow
Tony Nolan (Guest Speaker)
Harbor View, Point of Honor, and
Extreme Games
Kidz Zone
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| Youth Fest 2008 |
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 Youth Fest 2008 continued its tradition in bringing exciting christian artists to our area. Many turned out to enjoy a great day of family fun.
Performers this year include:
Rush of Fools
Echoing Angels
Gabe Snyder (Guest Speaker)
Harbor View
Justin Teseniar Band
SetApart
Extreme Games
Kidz Zone
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