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It was difficult to find an empty chair in the hall during the first evening meeting, as many had been looking forward to attending this festive event. The evening opened with an encouragement to heed the prophetic word and use the time to focus on salvation. The first chapter of Peter’s second epistle<\/a> was brought up, where the wonderful promises of the possibility of sharing in the divine nature are so clearly described.<\/p>\n\n

Through speeches, appeals, song and music, the hopeful and powerful message was proclaimed throughout the New Year’s weekend.<\/p>\n\n

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– One of the greatest promises is that we can enter into rest in all kinds of circumstances. The more we receive the Word in a living faith that it can transform us, the more light, wisdom and divine nature will emerge in us, <\/p>\nK\u00e5re Johan Smith<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n

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K\u00e5re J. Smith speaks at the 2023\/2024 New Year’s Eve event. Photo: Amanda Nielsen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The hall was filled to capacity during the last conference of the year in BCC. Photo: Amanda Nielsen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n

Celebrating the year of action<\/h2>\n\n

For many, the year 2023 was a historic milestone, as for the first time in many years it became possible to purchase hotel agreements for those who wish to attend BCC’s conferences. At the same time, “Samvirk UNG” was launched to help young people over the age of 18 to plan for a hotel agreement when they grow up and need it. This has generated a lot of engagement and excitement around the world.<\/p>\n\n

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The church in Switzerland, which has led the campaign this half-year, organized a campaign party for the entire assembly on New Year’s Eve. With a colorful opening show, they set the tone for the New Year’s celebration, with both dancing and singing. One of the verses in the song sums up the whole purpose and intention of the commitment Switzerland wants to support:<\/p>\n\n

“Something new happens inside us when we obey Jesus’ commandments.Day by day, blow by blow, we take hold.We will bring forth God’s will in the church and in our home.We are all working towards the goal.”<\/p>\n\n

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Enthusiastic young people at the action party – motivated and full of enthusiasm. Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

It’s meaningful to contribute to something you see has an impact<\/h2>\n\n

Switzerland’s ‘Work campaign’ will continue into 2024, and they’re looking forward to creating more excitement, fellowship and job satisfaction among young and old alike.<\/p>\n\n

– “We’re looking forward to continuing this campaign, and it’s really great for me to be able to use my time and resources to help young people come to Brunstad,” says Michael Z\u00fcrcher. He has young people in his family and knows what it means to have something to work towards, a community to belong to and something to look forward to.<\/p>\n\n

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Michael Z\u00fcrcher – one of the enthusiasts from the local church in Switzerland. Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
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– I can’t think of anything more meaningful to contribute to than this, we see what it does to young people to come together at camps and conferences, where they make choices that are important for the rest of their lives.<\/p>\nMichael Z\u00fcrcher<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n

See photos from the 2023\/2024 New Year’s Eve conference<\/h3>\n\n

To make more room for the youth’s New Year’s camp, there will not be a New Year’s conference for everyone from next year. This is probably a little sad for many, but it’s a pleasure to have the good memories from this New Year to look back on.<\/p>\n\n

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Good friends giving a “thumbs up” for the New Year at Brunstad. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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It’s good to have the capacious space in Oslofjord Arena available when hundreds of young people attend the “Chair-game”. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Full engagement during the Legends of chairs game. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Ice show with participants from the local church in H\u00f8nefoss. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Super Mario himself was on the hockey rink. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Young spectators in the stands. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Even the older friends from the local church in H\u00f8nefoss showed up to make it fun for the children during the event. Photo: Natalie Nielsen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Many different tasks and games were prepared so that even the little ones could have fun during the New Year’s weekend. Photo: Natalie Nielsen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Happy New Year! Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Happy New Year! Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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In the winter cold, it was good to have fire pans to warm the outdoors. Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Welcome to 2024. Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Many hockey matches were played during Christmas and New Year. Photo: Julia Wagner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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From the youth New Year’s Eve party after midnight. Photo: Fredrik Blekstad<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n

The last New Year’s Eve conference – a huge range of activities<\/h2>\n\n

In addition to the faith-building gatherings in the main hall, there were also a number of activities for all ages throughout the weekend. While the snow was falling outside, it was good to have spacious areas indoors.<\/p>\n\n

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U13 goalkeeper training<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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