2023 Regional Conference
On October 27 - 28, 2023 we'll gather for two days (typically in Eastern Pennsylvania) and enjoy fellowship, equipping, worship, and testimonials from our churches and church plants. Our Regional Conference includes specific tracks (Women of Ministry, Youth Leaders, Church Leadership) but we also make sure that there is plenty of time for simply getting to know each other, praying for each other, and hearing from our regional and denominational leadership. Everyone is invited to attend along with a designated number of official delegates from each of our churches.
Join us for the 2024 Regional Conference of the Eastern Region of the Missionary Church
Friday, October 18 - Saturday, October 19, 2024
Located at Fleetwood Bible Church
Friday's agenda will include regional updates, an introduction of new churches, ministry planning, greetings from Missionary Church leaders, our regional business meeting, and plenty of time for prayer & sharing.
"Seminar Saturday!" will focus on training for your church's ministry leaders on a variety of topics.
Registration cost includes snacks, beverages and meals.
Find hotel links below as well as details for speakers and a tentative schedule.
Childcare is provided for children 12 and under.
We are excited to welcome pastors, delegates and guests to the 2024 Regional Conference!
General Admission - $80.00
Saturday Only $50.00
Children 12 & under - No Charge
Conference Schedule
Regional Conference Friday
October 18, 2024
8:00am Registration & Fellowship Time
9:00am Conference Opening
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Regional Conference - Business Meeting
2:30pm Prayer & Share
4:30pm Celebration Service
5:30pm Dinner
Seminar Saturday
October 19, 2024
8:00am Registration & Fellowship Time
9:00am Seminars
11:45am Worship
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Seminars
2:45pm Closing Ceremony / Communion
3:30pm Post- Conference "Bonus" Session with Ed Schutte
Our "Seminar Saturday" Presenters
Biblical Sexuality
Ed Schutte
"Before it Begins"
Ed's Scheduled Seminar Topics:
"A Biblical Response to Transgender Ideology and People"
"Discipling Our Children in an Over-Sexualized, Gender-Confused World"
"Protecting Intimacy with God: Equip People to Overcome Sexual Temptation and Ministering to Those Already in Sexual Sin"
"How and When to Talk to Your Kids about Sex" (post conference bonus session)
Church Administration
Don Williams
"MCUSA"
Scheduled Seminar Topics:
"The Four Pillars of Effective ADMINistry"
Sessions include:
"Stewardship of People"
"Stewardship of Finances"
"Stewardship of Facilities"
"Stewardship of Processes"
These workshops will be co-taught by Steve Sisson, Executive Director of the Missionary Church Investment Foundation
Church Administration
Steve Sisson
"MCIF"
Scheduled Seminar Topics:
Co-teaching with Don Williams, of MCUSA,
Steve will be representing the Missionary Church Investment Foundation. Don's Seminar topics are listed below for reference.
"Stewardship of People"
"Stewardship of Finances"
"Stewardship of Facilities"
"Stewardship of Processes"
Kids Ministry
Jeff Weldon
"Belonging Community Church"
Scheduled Seminar Topics:
“Children's Ministry Teams - A Workshop for leaders and volunteers"
“Children's Ministry Resources & Curriculum Workshop”
“Growing Your Church's Attendance Through Children's Ministry”
Youth Ministry
Marcos Crespo, Jr
"ERMC NextGen Ministries"
Scheduled Seminar Topics:
“Understanding and Partnering with Parents"
“Helping Parents Talk With Their Teens About Culture Issues"
“Helping Parents As They Disciple Their Youth"
Mental Health
Adriana Ferreira
"Just Adriana"
Scheduled Seminar Topics:
“Women: Fulfilling Our Calling while Releasing Control”
“Counseling Others While Taking Care of Yourself”
“Making Your Church More Effective in Mental Health Ministry”
Post Conference Bonus Session
"How (& When) to Talk to your Kids about Sex"
Saturday, October 19, 2024
3:30 pm - After the final worship service
Ed Schutte with Before it Begins extends his visit with us after the Eastern Regional Conference to bring us a seminar titled "How (& When) to Talk to Your Kids About Sex".
Ed will share with us the best practices for teaching our kids about sex; the "how" and the "when" it is appropriate and recommended.
Plan to stay for this extended session for no additional charge. Anyone may attend (kiddos excluded), even those who have not attended our conference on either day are welcome to participate. There is no additional registration required.
Hotel Suggestions
Please note, the Eastern Regional staff offers these hotel suggestions based upon proximity to the event venue. "Room blocks" have not been reserved for our event and we suggest contacting your preferred hotel for rates and availability as soon as possible to ensure a place to stay for this event. This time of the year is busy with local events and availability could be limited.
Volunteers Needed!
Childcare Team - Scheduled in shifts*
Kitchen Team - Snack and Serving
Registration Team - Mornings Only
Ambassadors- Greeters and Guides
Conference Volunteers are needed to support our staff in various roles. Volunteers receive complimentary "General Admission" as a benefit of offering their gift of time and service. All volunteers must be 18 years of age or older, be willing to arrive early to the conference and/or remain until all needed tasks are completed. *Childcare volunteers MUST have Criminal and Child Abuse Clearances on file with the Region BEFORE October 1, 2024.
For additional details on requirements and to get your volunteer code for discounted (free) admission, email the Regional Administrator, Marcos Crespo, Sr. through the link below.
Venue - Click map for directions!
Fleetwood Bible Church
2847 Moselem Springs Road
Fleetwood, PA 19522
