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Truth that lands.
Worship and teaching meet students where they are, without talking down to them.
For nearly 40 years, BigStuf has created an environment where students can encounter Jesus in powerful ways. Thousands of students have grown in their faith, formed meaningful connections, and left camp inspired to live with greater purpose.
BigStuf is designed to give students a space to step away from everyday distractions and focus on what truly matters—faith, friendships, and finding joy in their journey with Christ. These are experiences that resonate far beyond the week of camp, shaping lives and strengthening communities.
Trey McKnight serves as the President of BigStuf Camps, bringing years of leadership experience, a deep passion for student ministry, and an unwavering commitment to creating transformative experiences for youth.
With a background in leadership development and ministry, Trey’s vision is to ensure that BigStuf continues to be a place where students can encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and build meaningful connections. His heart for both students and leaders drives BigStuf’s mission to inspire life change that lasts far beyond camp.
Learn more about Trey.
BIGSTUF / SINCE 1988
BigStuf helps churches give students five focused days to hear the truth, be known by their people, and take a lived faith back home.
WHY BIGSTUF EXISTS
BigStuf gives youth ministries a focused week with a clear purpose: help students encounter Jesus, deepen the relationships already around them, and return home with something real to live out.
Worship and teaching meet students where they are, without talking down to them.
Small groups and shared moments make room for honest conversations.
We support the adults who will keep walking with students long after camp ends.
FROM THE MAIN ROOM TO SMALL GROUPS
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Our theology shapes what we teach, how we worship, and the truth students carry home. BigStuf believes in one God, Jesus Christ as the Son of God, and the Bible as God’s Word.
Read our full beliefsWhat students hear in the room should shape how they live when they leave it.
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and one God.
Jesus Christ is the Son of God, co-equal with the Father. He lived a sinless life, died as the perfect sacrifice for sin, rose after three days, and will return.
The Bible is God’s Word, written by human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is our source of truth for Christian belief and life.
WHY THE WEEK WORKS
The schedule is not a list of activities. Each part creates the conditions for students to hear truth, build trust, process honestly, and carry faith into everyday life.
Students arrive with leaders and friends who already know their story, so no one has to start the week alone.
Worship and teaching create shared attention around Jesus and give everyone clear language for what matters.
Small groups slow the week down. Students can ask honest questions with people they trust.
Free time, shared meals, and everyday moments let relationships deepen before leaders carry the conversation home.
THE PEOPLE MAKE IT PERSONAL
THE STORY SO FAR
Founded in 1988, BigStuf has spent nearly four decades creating space for students to encounter Jesus, be known by their people, and carry faith home.
Nearly four decades later, the scale has changed. The reason has not.
2026 / QUIET TIME: A student makes room to reflect before the next moment begins.
2026 / QUIET TIME: A student makes room to reflect before the next moment begins.
SWIPE OR SCROLL THROUGH THE YEARS
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE WEEK
Trey McKnight leads BigStuf with a deep commitment to students, youth leaders, and the churches that bring them. His work keeps the mission clear as BigStuf prepares for every new summer.
Meet Trey
