Last year it was announced that you need an agreement with Samvirk to sign up for a convention. Support schemes have been established for those who find it difficult to participate due to particularly demanding personal finances.
The starting point for everyone having an agreement is that it is we who use Brunstad who naturally pay the costs. The church must have a strong and independent economy to implement the visions we have to fulfill the Great Commission. History shows that the vast majority of people agree with the vision of the church and want to be part of this. Nevertheless, there may be situations or periods in life when you need support.
As a member, you can participate in BCC Event’s conferences at Brunstad, and the conference costs are covered through the ability-based donor service. Costs for travel to and from the events and accommodation in Samvirk are covered privately. As a result, there is naturally a difference in how often you want to or can physically attend events. When you are unable to attend physically, you can follow the event digitally, which is also included in the donor service.
Children under the age of 18 can always stay for free with family and friends during the events. The same applies to young people under the age of 26, they can be guests of family and friends when they have a Samvirk membership.
Local support program
Each local church will have its own support scheme for members who are particularly financially disadvantaged. It is the local church that in certain cases can provide support to participate in conferences. If you need to apply for this, you can contact your local supervisor.
If a matter is not resolved locally, you as a member can contact the central board of trustees, represented by Kåre J. Smith. You should then normally first have a process locally.
Discount system for low-income countries continues
The church has always had a discount scheme for participants from low-income countries, primarily outside Western Europe, this continues by giving you who are in this group the opportunity to choose discounted prices in Samvirk. BCC pays for this discount.