Conferences & Gatherings brings together coverage of key events that encourage, equip, and connect church leaders and ministry teams. Explore previews, recaps, highlights, and interviews from conferences, conventions, workshops, and regional gatherings—along with updates on schedules, themes, speakers, and opportunities for training and networking. Whether you’re planning to attend, looking for takeaways, or tracking major developments across the church and the Restoration Movement, this hub helps you stay informed and engaged with the gatherings shaping ministry today.
Standard Publishing previews special events at the North American Christian Convention in Kansas City, July 3-6—booth visits, the Resource Center, the President’s Reception, mentoring breakfasts, and scheduled author meet-and-greets.
From Hillsboro, Ohio, to gatherings across the country, family camps continue drawing believers for preaching, worship, fellowship, and ministry connection—while leaders work to keep conviction and compassion in balance.
Camp meetings shaped American revival life—and Hillsboro Family Camp continues that heritage today. From Cane Ridge to Restoration Acres, thousands gather each year for worship, teaching, and renewal across generations.
February 28, 2007
Kerry Allen describes the people, preaching, and behind-the-scenes work of Hillsboro Family Camp in southwestern Ohio. From volunteer support to nonstop sessions, he explains why families gather each summer to worship, grow in Christ, and keep the faith.
February 25, 2007
By Doyle Roth Remember as a child how we looked forward to the summer break from school? Then there was the anticipation of waiting for the family vacation. Whether it was a trip to the beach, the mountains, or Disneyland, the excitement would build as the date approached. As adults we still mesmerize ourselves with expectations of grand and glorious places and events. Dreams and hope for the future are a part of many facets of our lives. There is anticipation when we leave home to go to college. There is excitement as the graduation date finally approaches. We can”t
February 18, 2007
Alan Ahlgrim reflects on God’s “kairos” timing and urges churches to see the 2007 North American Christian Convention as a catalytic moment for renewal, leadership development, and bold church planting.
February 18, 2007
The 2007 North American Christian Convention emphasizes church planting while offering strong workshop tracks for women and families, including sessions on parenting, marriage, women’s ministry, and facing real-life challenges with faith and grace.
February 18, 2007
In town for the NACC? Don’t miss Kansas City’s fountains, shopping, museums, baseball, and family attractions—from the Plaza and Union Station to Crown Center. And whatever you do, make time for classic Kansas City barbecue.
February 14, 2007
Alan Ahlgrim shares how God led him into preaching and church planting, reflects on the growth of Rocky Mountain Christian Church, and explains what he hopes the 2007 North American Christian Convention will spark across the fellowship.
February 11, 2007
A college student’s weekend at the National Missionary Convention opens her eyes to global mission work, creative vocational service, and the church’s growing passion for sending—changing how she sees worship, calling, and her future.
February 11, 2007
Key facts and figures from the National Missionary Convention, held November 16-19, 2006, in Indianapolis—attendance totals, teen convention registration, workshops, offerings, and college student participation.
December 20, 2006
Standard Publishing is underwriting and expanding the Energizing Smaller Churches Network (ESCN). Discover the roster of 10 conferences scheduled for 2007—offering vision, testimony, practical ideas, and encouragement for smaller church leaders and volunteers.
For 24 years, volunteer choir director Gary Craig has returned to the National Church Music Conference for music resources, practical training, and lasting relationships. Workshops and worship sessions send attendees home renewed, equipped, and focused on serving Christ.
September 17, 2006
Serving at the Christian Audio Tapes booth, Judy Hutchinson reflects on the NACC as a “working vacation,” a moving testimony of reconciliation, and Jeff Walling’s message stirring hope for unity in Christ.
August 23, 2006
Standard Publishing and Milligan College recognize outstanding Christian leaders through the Leaders in Christian Service award. Meet this year’s honorees, celebrated at a special breakfast during the North American Christian Convention in Louisville.
North American Christian Convention in Louisville featured shared preaching and blended worship between Christian churches and churches of Christ, with messages of grace, reconciliation, and unity shaping the week.
A firsthand recap of the National New Church Conference in Orlando, highlighting major speakers, practical workshop tracks, and a collaborative spirit that’s fueling renewed vision for church planting partnerships and long-term multiplication.
At the North American Christian Convention in Louisville, unity won’t just be discussed—it will be demonstrated. This year’s offerings will include a tithe to support missionaries in Kenya and help launch an AIDS testing and treatment center in Christ’s name.
Standard Publishing previews two new local-church-driven resources tied to this summer’s North American Christian Convention, including a new book by Rick Rusaw and Eric Swanson and the H2O video project featuring Kyle Idleman.
February 22, 2006
Energizing Smaller Churches Network (ESCN) is launching four “Healthy Churches Come in All Sizes” conferences on Christian college campuses, encouraging leaders of smaller congregations through worship, workshops, and practical ministry support.
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