Join Rev. Melissa Gepford as she shows you how to transform your daily time in the Word into a fun, playful, and deeply engaging experience! You will learn unique, hands-on methods for studying Scripture that unlock new meaning and excitement, ensuring you walk away with practical tools to interact with the text in meaningful new ways.

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of floral design in this hands-on breakout, where a professional florist will teach you the techniques for creating a stunning centerpiece arrangement for your home. You will work with beautiful, fresh blooms to craft something lovely, all while reflecting on how we can use our creative gifts to bring beauty and joy to others. The best part: after the session, all finished arrangements will be generously donated to women’s shelters across the Kansas City area, making your creation a direct blessing to women in need.

Join us for a relaxing and creative crafting session where you will design and personalize your own unique bookmark, serving as a tangible reminder of the beautiful new chapters ahead. Using various materials, colors, and inspiring words, you will create a piece that marks your place not just in a book, but in your own story as you embrace a future filled with hope. Take this special keepsake home to use in your favorite reading material and let it consistently remind you of the promise and hope you carry into your next season.

Find a space for sacred rest and deep presence as one of our own female Location Pastors, Shannon Starek, guides you through a powerful meditation practice designed to quiet the mind and center your spirit. In this session, you will learn practical techniques for mindfulness and intentional breathing, providing you with tools to anchor yourself amid the busyness of daily life. Take this opportunity to be still, reconnect with your inner peace, and receive refreshing spiritual nourishment for the journey ahead.

Step away from the energy and noise of the conference into a dedicated space designed purely for silent meditation, rest, and deep reflection. This open-door breakout offers a quiet sanctuary where you are invited to simply be, allowing your mind to rest and your spirit to center without any guidance or instruction. Take this precious moment to unplug, relax in the silence, and give yourself the gift of uninterrupted peace and stillness amidst a busy day.

Step into the kitchen with Rev. Claire Clough and learn the special bread recipe perfected by one of our church’s most beloved figures, Mrs. Marty Mather, whose handmade loaves were her quiet, faithful ministry to the congregation. This interactive breakout is your chance to learn her techniques, enjoy the scent of rising dough, and understand the spiritual significance of sharing what you create with others. Leave with the skills to bake this delicious tradition yourself and the insight to use simple acts of generosity as your own meaningful ministry.

Life can change in an instant and suddenly someone is facing impossible choices. In this powerful session led by Rev. Jen Schultz, you’ll gain insight into how quickly anyone can slip into hardship and discover practical ways to serve. But here’s what might surprise you: sometimes the most valuable gift you offer isn’t money or time—it’s your willingness to truly see someone. This breakout will equip you with actionable ways to make a difference while empowering you to understand that you already possess everything needed to change someone’s day. You don’t just serve with your hands—you serve with your heart and your presence.

Join Michelle Newton, Certified Peer Specialist, as she shares her journey through addiction and sex trafficking and how in her lowest moments, God’s light brought her home. Rev/ Angie McCarty will interview Michelle as she shares practices that carried her out of the darkness that all of us can use in our daily lives.

Join us for a High Tea Brunch in one of your three sessions!