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From specific training conferences for today’s growing churches, to personal enrichment events for singles, couples and families — LifeWay Conference Centers offers a wonderful selection of events for just about everyone.
Each event has been carefully planned to offer a comfortable balance of spiritual growth, personal fellowship, and recreational enjoyment. Events have been arranged on this page in chronological order. Simply click on the 'Read More' links for detailed information as well as online registration options.
Meaningful conferences. Biblical solutions for life. It’s the core of LifeWay’s mission – and the carefully planned purpose behind every Ridgecrest and Glorieta event. It is with great joy that we invite you to be our guest at any of these special events.
Christmas CelebrationDecember 2-5, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
(Target Audience: Senior Adults)
You’ll enjoy inspirational worship services, Bible Study, and dinner at the Biltmore Estates with a tour of the home. Attendees will enjoy the magnificent decorations for Christmas displayed at the Biltmore. Read More...
FUGE Winter Camps December29, 2008-January 1, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
January 16-19, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
February 13-16, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
March 17-20, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: Youth accompanied by youth leader and chaperones)
Offering weekends packed with some of the best speakers and worship leaders around, flexible daytime activities on campus or on the slopes of nearby Ski Santa Fe, and exciting evening services. Read More...
Shine Out Singles - Snow and Ski RetreatFebruary 13-16, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Dr. Moses Caesar and Glorieta Conference Center
Join Singles for a great weekend in the Snow. Ski, Snowboard, Snow Tube, Snowmobile, Hike Trails or Just Relax. Check out Santa Fe and the great snow covered mountains. For more information visit us at www.shineoutsingles.org
Essential Church RetreatFebruary 26-28, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
This strategic retreat experience brings pastors and church staff members together to explore the Essential Church message — reclaiming a generation of church dropouts. Essential Church Retreat featuring Thom and Sam Rainer
FUGE Winter CampsMarch 13-15, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
Join premiere youth speakers, bands and artists for a weekend packed with Bible study, worship, Extreme parties and organized free time activities! Read more...
Law Enforcement SummitApril 13-17, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC - East
October, 2009 • Glorieta, NM - West
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: All members of the law enforcement community)
A unique opportunity to fellowship with other Christians from within the law enforcement community in a safe place. Superb workshops and breakout sessions designed by law enforcement, for law enforcement, to support and encourage members and their spouses as they face the challenges of their professions. Read More...
Living Single in Faith: Urban Singles ConferenceApril 10-13, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
Living Single in Faith is the theme for 2009 Urban Singles weekend retreat at Ridgecrest Conference Center. Single adults will have an opportunity to participate in a life changing conference to increase their faith through prayer, fellowship, and commitment God. Read More...
Senior Adult Southern Gospel Celebration April 20-22, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
May 12-15, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
Ridgecrest is excited to be partnering with Tim Williams and Williams Evangelistic Ministries to create this wonderful new senior adult event. Come join hundreds of other senior adults in celebrating the God honoring sounds of southern gospel music at a place that has been faithfully serving God’s people for over a century. Read More...
Be The Man Black Men’s Conference
May 8-9, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
(Target Audience: African American adult men)
An incredible event with superb worship, inspirational music and powerful Bible study with some of today’s leading speakers. Valuable fellowship with other Christian men. Wait until you hear the special men’s choir at this event!
Fly Fishing Adventures May 18-21, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
September 20-23, 2009 and September 22-25, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
Whether you’re an experienced fly fishing angler or just want to catch some trout on a spinning reel, consider yourself chosen to come along with us to New Mexico or North Carolina. Hook a Rainbow trout . . . hook into God’s Spirit there too. The best part: you get more than permission from your wife. You get an endorsement! She knows you’re going to work on both your angling passion and your passion for Christ. Read More...
May 17-21, 2009 (for all writers) • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: For writers at any stage of the writing process)
Whether you are a professional writer expanding your skills and networking contacts, or a brand new writer just beginning to chase your dream, this event is the ideal opportunity to take your creative goals to a higher level. Read More...
Rally To Ridgecrest(Motorcycle Rally) May 22-25, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: Those who ride motorcycles)
Join Christian motorcyclists from all over the country on Memorial Day to honor America's fallen heroes and get immersed in a weekend of motorcycling excitement. The beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding Smoky Mountains provide motorcycle riders with an almost unlimited number of great rides. Read more...
Shine Out Singles - Glorieta Memorial Day RetreatMay 22-25, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Dr. Moses Caesar and Glorieta Conference Center
Dr. Moses Caesar, national speaker and author, will present his “Shine Like Jesus” series in FOUR general sessions. Worship Leader/band TBA. For more information visit us at www.shineoutsingles.org
Gideon Media Arts Conference & Film Festival
May 31-June 4, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target audience: Professionals, beginners and hobbyists in the media arts)
The Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival is a Christian camp and venue for the media arts. This conference is designed to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ through all types of media with an emphasis on radio, church drama, music, television and film. Read More...
Downhill @ Dawn 1/2 Marathon June 5-7, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by National Conference Center Event Planners
Join us for this inaugural event. Our 1/2 marathon will run from Ridgecrest to Old Fort. Worship and family activities make this a weekend you and your family won't want to miss. Read More...
June 8-13, 2009, June 15-20, 2009, June 22-27, 2009, June 28-July 3, 2009, July 6-11, 2009 and July 13-18, 2009 2009 • Glorieta, NM
June 15-20, 2009, June 22-27, 2009 and July 6-10, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
CentriFuge Camp
July 20-25, 2009, and July 27-August 1, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
June 1-6, 2009, June 8-13, 2009, June 29-July 4, 2009, July 13-18, 2009 and July 20-25, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
CentriKid Camp
June 14-18, 2009, June 19-23, 2009 and June 24-28, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
For more than 25 years life-changing Fuge camps have been bringing the best in youth camps and events to you. Let Fuge help you achieve your ministry goals this summer. Read More...
LifeWay Worship Leadership & ConferenceJune 29-July 3, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
July 27-31, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Church Resources
(Target Audience: Music and Worship Leaders)
Come let us minister to you and your family or staff members for five days. You'll have the opportunity to hear great music, worship in exciting concerts, participate in classes that fit your needs, and renew your mind. Read more...
National Disciple Making ConferenceJuly 13-17, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
"Ministering, Multiplying and Mobilizing" - This conference is designed to equip church leaders regarding key aspects of discipleship and evangelism. Connect...Grow...Serve...Go... This conference is for the whole family. The youth will be involved with Centrifuge throughout the week and the younger children will have a great time at Ridgecrest's Day Camp.
Sunday School Weeks July 10-13, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
July 20-24, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Church Resources
We want to help your Sunday school become more inviting. You will learn how to invigorate your learning environment, incorporate ideas to increase visitor "traffic," intercede more effectively, invest in people, invite them to come, then involve them in fellowship, ministry and Bible study. Read More...
Explore the Bible July 17-20, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
For people who just love to study God's Word. If you're serious about mining the truths of God's Word and experiencing HIS presence, this inspiring conference is for you. Explore the Bible Conference 2009
Black Church Leadership & Family Week July 20-24, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
Each day will begin early with praise and worship. Mornings and afternoons will include topical conferences and book studies. There will be a time for Bible study each day. Read More...
National Collegiate Week
August 3-8, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
August 3-7, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
God has a mission, purpose and plan that He is coursing this world toward. He is about reconciling people to Himself. That is His mission. Collegiate Weeks will help students discover what God's mission is for their life. Read More...
Marriage Impact May 22-24, 2009, July 24-26, 2009 or August 21-23, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: Married couples of all ages)
Enjoy any number of outdoor adventures including white water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, hiking and more. Return at night to worship and fellowship with other married couples from across the nation. Read More...
Singles Labor Day Adventure September 4-7, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by National Conference Center Event Planners
This weekend offers today's single adult an opportunity to experience God in the Mountains. A great time of teaching, worship and music. Outdoor adventures are waiting for participants who choose more active endeavors too. Read More...
Southern Gospel and Bluegrass Festival September 18-20, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: Anyone who loves Southern Gospel and Bluegrass music)
This will be the first of what we hope to be an annual event. There will be incredibly talented, award winning gospel bluegrass music by groups like the Issacs and Jeff and Sherri Easter, along with solo artist Marty Raybon, which will help to make this an unforgettable experience. Read More...
Pastor's Masters Golf Conference September 21-23, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: Pastors who like to golf)
A great time for golf, fellowship, spiritual encouragement, and for improving your game. Three days of golf on different courses with different formats will make this an event you won't want to miss. Read More...
October 4-8, 2009 (For Advanced Writers) Ridgecrest, NC
The autumn is the peak season for leaf color in the mountains of North Carolina and the perfect time for novelists to come together for inspiration and improving on the skills and gifts God has made available to us. Read More...
Festival of Marriage October 2-4, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
October 10-12, 2008, October 17-19, 2008 or
October 24-26, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
(Target audience: Couples of all ages.)
Christ-centered enrichment events that create opportunities for married couples to get away and seek renewal. The festivals encourage husbands and wives to grow in their relationship with one another and with God. Read More...
Adults 55+ Fall Celebration October 5-9, 2009 • Glorieta, NM
October 12-16, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
(Target audience: Seniors.)
Life enriching classes from prayer and devotional study to learning local crafts and inspirational worship services. Enjoy the beauty of Autumn in the mountains with plenty of time to explore the local area. Read More...
Glorieta Christian Writers Conference October 22-26, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Class Services & Glorieta Conference Center
(Target Audience: Professional, beginning and hobbyist writers)
Learn writing and publishing basics, sharpen your writing skills, network with writers and with publishers of books, magazines, and curriculum, and pursue your writing career. Read More...
