LifeWay Group Essentials Conference
2025-08-18 13:00 - 2025-08-19 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Madison Baptist Association, 2318 Whitesburg Dr., Huntsville, 35801, United States
The Group Essentials Conference is a FREE* two-day event that equips participants to revitalize their Bible study ministries by learning:

• principles for growing healthy Bible study groups
• best practices for enlisting and training workers
• the eight signposts that indicate group members are growing as disciples
• and more!

Plus, participants will develop a plan of action they can implement upon returning to their churches.

The sessions are led by Ken Braddy, Lifeway’s Director of Group Ministry. Ken has more than 25 years of experience leading education ministries in the local church and has led two to become the fastest-growing churches in two different states. He is an author, blogger, and conference leader.

Registration is limited, so sign up soon if you’re interested. Attendees receive a conference notebook, Bible, and three books related to Sunday School leadership—Breathing Life into Sunday School, Building a Disciple-making Ministry, and Breakthrough: Creating a New Scorecard for Group Ministry Success. During the conference, attendees will be given access to 17 different digital books and the accompanying plans to use in the church as training tools.

Who Should Attend
This conference is ideal for Sunday School or group ministry directors, pastors, ministers of education (and similar positions), especially those who have been serving in their role for five years or less.

*The conference is free and will include dinner on the first night and lunch on the second day along with snacks.

Lodging is not included.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.lifeway.com/en/events/group-essentials

To register by phone, call 800.254.2022

SALT Conference - Albertville
2025-08-19 09:15 - 15:00 | Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 201 Rose Rd., Albertville, AL, 35950, United States
A one day event to equip senior adult ministers/leaders/leadership teams to provide effective and meaningful ministry to senior adults in Alabama Baptist churches. The event is FREE and includes lunch. Registration is required for each attendee.

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SALT Conference - Montgomery
2025-08-21 09:15 - 15:00 | Heritage Baptist Church, Montgomery, 1849 Perry Hill Rd, Montgomery, 36106, United States

SINGFEST 2025 - Florence
2025-09-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Woodmont Baptist Church, 2001 Darby Dr., Florence, AL, 35630, United States
A morning event featuring the singing of great old hymns of our faith and heritage – designed for senior adults – but all welcomed! FREE admission. Registration is recommended.

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SINGFEST 2025 - Troy
2025-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | First Baptist Church, Troy, 200 W College St, Troy, 36081, United States

Saints Alive
2025-10-23 09:00 - 15:00 | First Baptist Church, Prattville, 138 S. Washington Street, Prattville, AL, 36067, United States
A one-day event for senior adults featuring great gospel music and messages from Dennis Swanberg and Bob Smith. Free admission. Registration recommended.

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LifeWay Group Essentials Conference
2026-03-09 13:00 - 2026-03-10 16:00 | 3Circle Church – Midtown, 150 S Sage Ave, Mobile, AL, 36606, United States
Revitalize Your Bible Study Ministry
The Group Essentials Conference is a FREE* two-day event that equips participants to revitalize their Bible study ministries by learning:

principles for growing healthy Bible study groups
best practices for enlisting and training workers
the eight signposts that indicate group members are growing as disciples
and more!

Plus, participants will develop a plan of action they can implement upon returning to their churches.
The sessions are led by Ken Braddy, Lifeway’s Director of Group Ministry. Ken has more than 25 years of experience leading education ministries in the local church and has led two to become the fastest-growing churches in two different states. He is an author, blogger, and conference leader.
Registration is limited, so sign up soon if you’re interested. Attendees receive a conference notebook, Bible, and three books related to Sunday School leadership—Breathing Life into Sunday School, Building a Disciple-making Ministry, and Breakthrough: Creating a New Scorecard for Group Ministry Success. During the conference, attendees will be given access to 17 different digital books and the accompanying plans to use in the church as training tools.
Who Should Attend
This conference is ideal for Sunday School or group ministry directors, pastors, ministers of education (and similar positions), especially those who have been serving in their role for five years or less.
*The conference is free and will include dinner on the first night and lunch on the second day along with snacks.
Lodging is not included.
For more information and to register, visit: www.lifeway.com/grpessentials
To register by phone, call 800.254.2022

SINGFEST 2026 - Demopolis
2026-03-10 10:00 - 12:00 | First Baptist Church, Demopolis, 109 S Strawberry Ave, Demopolis, AL, 36732, United States
A morning event featuring the singing of great old hymns of our faith and heritage. Designed for senior adults, but all ages are welcome! FREE admission. Registration is recommended.

SINGFEST 2026 - Jasper
2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00 | First Baptist Church, Jasper, 1604 4th Ave S, Jasper, 35501, United States

2026 Alabama Disciple-Making Conference
2026-04-19 18:00 - 2026-04-20 17:00 | First Baptist Church, Fultondale, 409 Main St, Fultondale, 35068, United States
The Alabama Disciple-Making Conference is an experience designed to provide practical tools and principles to equip you to create a culture of disciple-making in your church. It’s a fantastic way to connect with other disciple-making leaders and find resources and tools to help you on your journey to being a disciple-making church. No cost for the event. Dinner will be provided on Sunday evening at 6:00pm.

This conference is made possible by the gifts of Alabama Baptists through the Cooperative Program.

SALT Conference - Fultondale
2026-08-18 09:15 - 15:00 | First Baptist Church, Fultondale, 409 Main St, Fultondale, 35068, United States
A one-day event to equip senior adult ministers/leaders/leadership teams to provide effective and meaningful ministry to senior adults in Alabama Baptist churches.
The event is FREE and includes lunch. Registration is required for each attendee.

SALT Conference - Andalusia
2026-08-20 09:15 - 15:00 | First Baptist Church, Andalusia, 700 E 3 Notch St., Andalusia, AL, 36420, United States

SINGFEST 2026 - Auburn
2026-09-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Parkway Baptist Church, 766 E. University Dr., Auburn, AL, 36830, United States

SINGFEST 2026 - Arab
2026-09-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Gilliam Springs Baptist Church, 1351 N Brindlee Mountain Pkwy, Arab, AL, 35016, United States

Saints Alive
2026-10-29 09:15 - 14:45 | Meadowbrook Baptist Church, 2525 Rainbow Dr., Gadsden, AL, 35901, United States
A one-day event for senior adults featuring great gospel music and messages from outstanding preachers. Free admission. Registration recommended.
