Nyhem Week facts for kids

The tent during the Nyhem Week of 2008. This was the last year the conference used a tent.

The Nyhem Week (called Nyhemsveckan in Swedish) is a big yearly meeting organized by the Swedish Pentecostal Movement. It happens every year during the Midsummer week. This special conference takes place in Nyhem, a small place in Mullsjö Municipality in Sweden. The first Nyhem Week was held a long time ago, in 1917. The main group that hosts this event is the Mullsjö-Nyhem Pentecostal Congregation.

What is the Nyhem Week?

The Nyhem Week is a large annual gathering for people who are part of the Swedish Pentecostal Movement. A "conference" is like a big meeting where many people come together. They meet to learn, share ideas, and celebrate their faith. It's a time for worship, teaching, and community. Many different activities happen during the week. These can include church services, music concerts, and talks. There are also often special events for children and teenagers.

Where and When Does it Happen?

The conference always takes place in a specific location called Nyhem. This area is part of Mullsjö Municipality in Sweden. It is held every year during the week of Midsummer. Midsummer is a very popular holiday in Sweden, usually celebrated around late June. This timing makes it a special event for many families.

A Look at Its History

The Nyhem Week has a long history. It first started in 1917. This means it has been happening for over 100 years! Over the decades, it has grown from a smaller gathering into a very large and important event for the Swedish Pentecostal Movement. Many people from all over Sweden, and sometimes even from other countries, come to attend.

From Tent to Hall

For many years, the Nyhem Week was famous for being held in a very large tent. This tent was a well-known symbol of the conference. People would gather inside this big tent for all the main events. The year 2008 was the last time the conference used this tent. From 2009 onwards, the Nyhem Week moved to a new, permanent building. This building is called Nyhemshallen. It provides a modern space for all the activities and can host many people.