Presbyterian Youth Triennium
In July 2025, the Presbyterian Church (USA) will welcome thousands of its high school age youth and their adult youth workers to Louisville, Kentucky for four days of worship, recreation, bible study, outreach, and faith formation all around the theme of “As If We Were Dreaming”.
Most programming and meals will be held at the Kentucky International Convention Center (KICC) with all participants housed at nearby Triennium hotels.
*This fee includes all programming, meals during the event, an official PYT t-shirt and more! Please note, an additional $20 background check fee will apply to all adult participants for a total adult participant fee of $219. Please also note that housing is an additional cost. Housing is to be booked by each delegation at Triennium-designated hotels through Louisville Housing starting in early 2025 when registration opens. Check out our FAQ page and reach out to your delegation registrar for additional information about housing.
What is the Presbyterian Youth Triennium?
The Presbyterian Youth Triennium (PYT) is an ecumenical event hosted by the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and the Cumberland Presbyterian Church that gathers high school age young people every 3 years. It is a well-planned and thoughtfully led event focused on worship, disciple making, Christian compassion & justice and biblical/theological education. It is also a catalyst for many young people to take the next steps in their faith.
Who can attend Triennium?
Youth Participants (YP) who are entering freshmen through graduated seniors in high school and are active in PC(USA) or Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Youth Participants do not have to be official church members.
Adult Advisors (AA) who are aged 22 & over and are recommended and affirmed by their church, mid council, and/or caucus to serve as delegation chaperones.
Global Partners (GP) who are youth and adults from partner churches and ministries that are invited, hosted, and sponsored by PC(USA) or CPC delegations or attend the event “on their own” from an official partner ministry of the PC(USA) or CPC.
Young Adults (YA) who are 19-25 years old and are active in PC(USA) or Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Can participate as part of the “Service Track,” (formerly known as Work Crew) working behind the scenes of the event, or “Leader Lens Track,” focused on developing leadership skills, theological exploration and experiences for a new kind of church leader.
Caregivers (CG) who are adults that serve as a medical or comfort aid to participants.
The 2028 Triennium is scheduled for July 24-27, 2028.