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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.
Rally To Ridgecrest(Motorcycle Rally) May 23-26, 2008 • 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...
Marriage Impact May 23-25, 2008, June 27-29, 2008 and August 15-17, 2008 • 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...
July 14-19, 2008, and July 21-26, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
June 2-7, 2008, June 9-14, 2008, June 16-21, 2008, June 23-28, 2008, June 30-July 5, 2008, July 7-12, 2008, July 14-19, 2008, and July 21-26, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
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...
July 7-11, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
June 15-19, 2008, June 20-24, 2008, June 25-29, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
A camp experience that will grab kids’ attention and capture their hearts through high-energy worship, interactive, kid-friendly Bible study, and lots of fun! Bring your group to Centri-Kid our staff does it all, so you can enjoy your week and build deeper relationships with your kids. Read More...
June 16-21, 2008, June 23-28, 2008, July 7-12, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
June 9-14, 2008, June 16-21, 2008, June 23-28, 2008, June 30-July 5, 2008,
July 7-12, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Church Resources
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 2-6, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
July 14-18, 2008 • 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 Discipleship & Evangelism WeekJune 30 - July 4, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
The Disciple's Life: Living in Fellowship with God (Live in the Word, Pray in Faith). Our 2008 conference attendees will leave with the knowledge and skills necessary to implement an ongoing, intentional, biblically-based, disciple-making process in their churches. Read More...
Sunday School Weeks July 11-14, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
July 21-25, 2008 • 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...
Downhill @ Dawn 1/2 Marathon July 18-20, 2008 • 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...
Black Church Leadership & Family Week July 21-25, 2008 • 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...
WIRED - Women Intentionally Reaching Expanding Developing August 8-9, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources - Women's Events
This all-new women’s ministry leadership training event is for “seasoned” women’s ministry leaders who are seeking to move their developing ministry to the “next level.” Read More...
National Collegiate Week
August 2-8, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
August 2-7, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
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. Check back later for more information. Read More...
Singles Labor Day Adventure August 29 - September 1, 2008 • 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...
Glorieta Singles Retreat - Shine Out! August 29 - September 1, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Shine Out Ministries 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.shineout.org
SomeOne Cares ConferenceSeptember 16-19, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target audience: Church Staff and Care Givers)
A conference for caregivers, church staff, lay leaders and others who care. This conference is designed for those who are searching for spiritual comfort, relief, and direction as they experience the loss, frustration, anger, grief and hopefully, with Christ, the joy of caregiving. Read More...
Pastor's Masters Golf Conference September 22-24, 2008 • 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...
Sisters Who Care September 26-28, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by WMU and LifeWay Conference Centers
(Target audience: Women.)
Seeking to enable women to understand the call of missions, to embrace that call, then to live it out by growing spiritually toward missions and by becoming involved in mission action. Read More...
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 3-5, 2008 • 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 6-10, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
October 20-24, 2008 • 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...
Christmas CelebrationDecember 2-5, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Chruch 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...
Xfuge Winter WeekendMarch 13-15, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Church Resources
Join premiere youth speakers, bands and artists for a weekend packed with Bible study, worship, Xtreme parties and organized free time activities! Read more...
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...
Law Enforcement Summit April 21-24, 2009 • Glorieta, NM - West
October 7-10, 2008 • Ridgecrest, NC - East
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...
Be The Man: Men Pursuing God Black Men’s Conference
May 8-9, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(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! Check back later for more information.
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...
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...
Fly Fishing Adventures May 18-21, 2009 • Ridgecrest, NC
October 12-15, 2008 and October 13-16, 2008 • Glorieta, NM
Presented by Conference Center Event Planners
(Target Audience: Men who love the outdoors)
Our vision is basically to provide a fishing trip...on steroids! Fish world-class trout streams in New Mexico and North Carolina. Recharge your heart by spending time with God and other men. Enjoy meaningful worship and Bible study with other believers from across the nation. Read More...
