SCHEDULE

Sunday, November 3rd

4:00pm      Registration Opens (Macleay Conference Center | Salem, OR)

6:30pm      Dinner

7:30pm      Main Session 1

8:30pm      After Party

Monday, November 4th

8:30am      Breakfast

9:30am      Main Session 2

10:45am     Workshops 1

11:40am      Workshops 2

12:30pm      Lunch

1:30pm        Breakout Session

2:45pm       Meet-Ups

3:30pm        Free Time

5:30pm        Dinner

6:30pm        Main Session 3

8:15pm         Laugh More!

9:00pm        After Party

Tuesday, November 5th

8:30am        Breakfast

9:30am        Breakout Session

10:45am      Main Session 4

12:00pm      Conference Ends/Check-Out

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WORKSHOPS

Workshop 1  |  Monday, 10:45am

You’re Invited to the Party!

Kim Lawless & Courtney Brucks

Approach is everything! One thing we always NEED in Kids Ministry is more volunteers! Learning to move “the ask” from Obligation to Opportunity is the first step in helping people say yes and building a great team. We’ll explore changing our mindset as well as practical ways to bring others to the party where kids learn to Find and Follow Jesus.

Let's Play!

Diana Kearn

Every kid needs fun to give them connection! Play in your ministry is vital to the spiritual growth of every child. Play fosters self-confidence, relationships with friends and leaders, conflict resolution and understanding of group expectations.  Inject some play in your ministry and watch kids grow in Jesus!

Create an Irresistible Environment for Kids (and their Leaders!)

Lauren & Jordan Roth

Kids are looking for one thing: FUN. They’re drawn to people and places that “speak kid.” Everything about your environment communicates something to them from the moment they enter the room. Learn how to create a setting and messaging strategy that incites wonder in the hearts of kids. Let’s talk about what encourages kids to focus and engage with God’s truth in an environment where kids truly want to be.

Workshop 2  |  Monday, 11:40am

Making the Most of Your Seat at the Table

Laura Beavis

Leading from the middle requires skill. Otherwise, you feel pressed from both sides. If you are attending this conference, you likely have the unique assignment of leading others while being led. Make the most of your seat at the table by learning three key leadership principles that will take your ministry impact to the next level!

It’s Worth the Investment!

Courtney Brucks

Finding volunteers has challenges of its own, but when we invest, we build for the future! Retaining and developing leaders builds staying power, stronger team members, and future leaders that help us reach more!

Help Every Kid Feel Known

Lauren & Jordan Roth

In kids’ ministry you anticipate goldfish, bathroom trips, and crayons. You’ve studied the dance moves to the newest worship song and prepped the recipe for five different kinds of slime. But do you have the tools to make a personal connection with each child? Kids feel safe, loved and discover they have value when a leader can answer key questions about them: What is my name? Where do I live? What do I like? What have I done? What can I do? Join us to discover how you can personalize a plan to help every kid feel known in your ministry.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Monday, 1:30pm

The Balance Unicorn - Healthy (Really)

Jared Roth

You've heard it - “live a balanced life”. You’ve got to be kidding… balance sounds static and boring! Actually it’s a myth. How about a healthy and sustainable life: spiritually, emotionally, mentally and physically. Let’s be healthy - and maybe - a little imbalanced!

Tuesday, 9:30am

Your Next Best Step!

Ann Roth

This is your opportunity to explore the “so what, now what?” question we face each time we receive fresh input on our lives and ministry. This will be an interactive time where you can process what you have heard and determine what you need to adjust to partner with God in making a difference in the lives of kids.

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FOOD

(a vital part of a kids conference)

What meals will be provided?

Meals will be provided for: Sunday dinner; Monday breakfast, lunch and dinner; and Tuesday breakfast (and are included in the price of the conference).

Note: There will always be a Gluten Free meal option at meals.

Can I bring my own snacks?

Lodging areas have microwaves and refrigerators available if needed for food storage. And YES, bring snacks. Sharing is caring. 

Where's the coffee?

Macleay provides fresh coffee in various locations on campus. There will also be a Coffee Bar with espresso drinks available for purchase. 

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LODGING

Registration includes lodging at Macleay Conference & Retreat Center.

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Amenities at Macleay Conference & Retreat Center

Conference attendees will have access to the Macleay hot tub and gym. 

What are the sleeping arrangements?

Registration includes an opportunity to inform our event staff of rooming requests. Rooms used on the Macleay campus are of varying sizes and bed arrangements. Bedding will be provided. In the registration form, you can inform us if your spouse will be attending so we can organize rooming arrangements accordingly. 

Towels & Sheets

Bathroom towels and bedding are provided. Please bring your own towel if you would like to use the hot tub! 

ADA Accessibility

All rooms are ADA accessible. Please note that lodging buildings are spread over the campus, and there is an optional loft meeting space that is not ADA accessible.