Top Church Conferences to Attend in 2025
In every respect, church conferences in 2025 promise unparalleled opportunities for church leaders and their teams to meet, learn, and grow. Every conference offers new possibilities for spiritual development, leadership training, and networking with other believers.
Here are some of the most anticipated church conferences this year:
C3 Conference 2025
Hosted by Ed Young at Fellowship Church in Grapevine, Texas, C3 Conference 2025 aims to lead boldly in truth and faith during uncertain times.
- Dates: February 19–20, 2025
- Location: Fellowship Church, Grapevine, TX
- Registration: Available on the C3 Conference website.
- Notes: Special rates are available for groups. Review the website for accommodation recommendations and travel tips.
Devoted Conference 2025
Devoted Conference is a 3-day conference for women featuring inspiring speakers and powerful worship.
- Dates: February 27 to March 1, 2025
- Location: Wave Church, Virginia Beach, VA
- Registration: Available on the Wave Church website.
- Notes: Early bird pricing is available for a limited time. Childcare services may be offered; check the website for details.
Shepherds Conference 2025
Shepherds Conference, which is organized by Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, is for pastors and church leaders with the purpose of biblical preaching and pastoral ministry.
- Dates: March 5–7, 2025
- Location: Grace Community Church, Sun Valley, California
- Registration: Available on the official Shepherds Conference website.
- Notes: Early registration is recommended due to limited seating. Attendees are responsible for their own accommodations and travel arrangements.
2025 World Conference | Community of Christ
Focusing on community, worship, and church business, Community of Christ theme is “Hope Is Here.”
- Dates: May 30 to June 6, 2025
- Location: Independence, Missouri, USA
- Registration: Details are available on the Community of Christ website, as well as accommodation options and travel recommendations.
Layers of Faith 2025
“Layers of Faith” is a conference exploring the biblical and scientific foundations of creation, strengthening faith through evidence and truth
- Dates: Wednesday, July 9 – Saturday, July 12, 2025
- Location: 9052 W. Ken Caryl Ave., Littleton, Colorado, USA
- Registration: Details are available on the Layers of Faith conference page, where you can register and find all the information.
Passion Camp 2025
A youth camp organized by Passion Conferences, designed for middle and high school students.
- Dates: July 14–18, 2025
- Location: Daytona Beach, FL
- Registration: Available on the Passion Conferences website.
- Notes: Group registrations are encouraged. Ensure to review the code of conduct and packing list provided on the website.
Other Notable Conferences in 2025:
Church For The Rest Of Us Conference 2025
Rest Of Us Conference 2025 aims to practically equip church leaders with tools and strategies that serve in effective ministry. It offers special group discounts for larger teams.
ChurchBiz Conferences 2025
A must-attend event for all church leaders looking to network, grow, and learn. Organized by the Louisiana Baptist Foundation, ChurchBiz offers opportunities for development and collaboration.
2025 National Conference | Ligonier Ministries
Ligonier Ministries will explore the promise of Jesus Christ to build His church (Matt. 16:18). Details about the schedule and speakers are available on their website.
The Belonging Co Conference 2025
Scheduled for September 18–20, 2025, at Nashville Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, TN, The Belonging Co focuses on worship and spiritual growth.
Innovative Canadian Church Conferences
Canada is set to host several innovative church conferences in 2025, offering unique opportunities for spiritual growth, leadership development, and community building. Here are some notable events to consider:
Apologetics Canada Conference 2025
This conference aims to explore a biblical theology of technology, addressing contemporary issues at the intersection of faith and technology.
- Dates: March 7–8, 2025.
- Location: British Columbia.
- Registration: Details available on the Apologetics Canada website
Church Growth International Conference Canada 2025
Aimed at church leaders and workers, this conference focuses on church growth strategies, team building, and networking with successful ministers.
- Date: April 23, 2025.
- Location: Toronto Premium Outlets, Halton Hills, Ontario.
- Registration: Available on Eventbrite.
Church Growth International Conference Saskatchewan 2025
The conference targets all the Christians in church leadership positions down to the grassroots levels: pastors, elders, ushers, and choir members. This program is specifically about the principles for church growth, building productive ministerial teams, and planting churches.
- Dates: May 28–30, 2025.
- Location: 1975 Broad Street, Regina, Saskatchewan.
- Registration: Available on Eventbrite
Gather25
An unprecedented 25-hour global broadcast event sharing inspiring stories of the global Church. Gather25 invites believers worldwide to pray, repent, worship, and discover how the love of Jesus is transforming the world through everyday people. Dates and registration details are available on the official Gather25 website.
National Christian Leadership Conference, Toronto
It is a yearly conference focused on strategies concerning church growth, team building, and networking with successful ministers meant for church leaders and workers. Dates and registration details to be announced.
Online and Hybrid Conference Options
APCE Annual Event 2025
Taking place from January 27 to February 1, 2025, Apce event offers an online experience titled “Wrestling with God and Church towards a More Beloved Community.” Participants can join worship sessions, plenaries, and workshops virtually.
CEEAMS Annual Conference 2025
Set for February 14–17, 2025, in Osijek, Croatia, CEEAMS will be organized in a hybrid format, allowing both in-person and online participation. It will address themes related to mission theology, historiography, and urban mission.
MCC Global General Conference 2025
Scheduled for July 3–6, 2025, General Conference MCC will feature a hybrid experience, combining in-person sessions in Scottsdale, Arizona, with live-streamed and recorded content accessible online. This approach allows participants worldwide to engage, regardless of location.
Nicaea 2025
Hosted by the Ecumenical Institute at Bossey in collaboration with Faith and Order, this international hybrid conference will explore the theme “Nicaea and its meaning for today.” Details about the event are available on the World Council of Churches website.
Church Conferences in 2025: Trends and Highlights
In 2025, several trends will be followed to make church conferences more interactive and reachable, including:
- Hybrid Formats: Conferences will go down to the hybrid model, meaning in-person events with online components. This approach would allow any activity to be taken part in from any place around the globe.
- Focus on Young Adults: Conferences will be focusing more on attracting a younger audience. Events cover modern topics in formats that can help retain young audiences’ attention.
- Diverse Themes: Conferences are tackling everything from traditional theological debates to the burning social issues of today, thus reflecting the interests of an evolving church community.
- Global Participation: With the increasing adoption of online platforms, conferences are allowing for global participation in a manner that fosters an inclusive and diverse exchange of ideas.
Now is the time to plan your conference attendance! Find all the specific dates, speakers, and other conference details on their respective websites. Invest in spiritual growth and leadership development by attending the conference best fitted to your needs and interests.
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