- New Name – Same Great Conference!
Last year we said goodbye to Inspire and hello to Arkansas Baptist Women Conference. This special day for Arkansas Baptist Women provides powerful worship, dynamic speakers, and meaningful times of connection that will bless, challenge, and equip you!
This year we are asking the Lord to teach us about MORE!
- More love
- More joy
- More hope
- More peace
- More faith
- More passion
- More purpose
- We want More of Jesus!
- Powerful Worship
One thing you can count on at Conference is powerful worship. Come and enjoy worship led by Cory and Stephanie Epps. We will sing and worship together as we celebrate our freedom in and through Jesus! This year we have an exciting opportunity that will help you prepare for our special day. Cory and Stephanie created a Spotify playlist with songs we will sing at Conference. Listen here!
- Dynamic Speakers
Opening God’s Word together is one of the main reasons we gather at Conference! It’s exciting to know that the truths found in the Bible can and will change the direction of our lives. You will love our keynote speaker, Rachel Lovingood, and how she teaches the Bible. Rachel will guide us through the topic of More of Jesus. Rachel is a sweet friend to all Arkansas Baptist Women. She loves the Lord, and she loves the women of Arkansas. Her teaching time will challenge and inspire us.
- Meaningful Times of Connection
Thankfully we do not have to do life on our own! Meaningful times of connection are important. This year at Conference, Connection Group time will be bigger and better than ever, with multiple groups offered. When you register for Conference, you will select the Connection Group you want to attend based on your interest or ministry role. Then, at Conference, you will gather with your group to talk about more of Jesus and less of me. Imagine leaving Conference with friendships with other women from across Arkansas!
- Theme: More of Jesus!
What does it mean to have more of Jesus and less of me? One thing it means is that Jesus is at the center of our lives. He is our focus, and He is our desire. This leads us to understand that our lives are SO MUCH BETTER when we are pursuing Jesus. John 3:30 says, “He must increase, but I must decrease.”
- Conference Merchandise
We are so excited about this year’s Conference merchandise! Fun update- you can purchase Conference merchandise on the website! Click here and start shopping. You will pick up your order at the merchandise table at Conference or have it shipped to your home. Want to wait and purchase the day of the event? No problem! We will have limited quantities available at Conference. (First come, first served.)
We are excited to offer three lines of clothing. The first line features the “More of Jesus” theme. The second line features “Arkansas Baptist Women.” The third line features Arkansas WMU and Arkansas Baptist Ministers’ Wives. Pick your favorite and enjoy quality merchandise that shares the message of Jesus and represents the work of Arkansas Baptist Women.
- Invite your friends to Conference!
Can you say, “Girls’ Trip!”? Just think about women from every corner of Arkansas coming together to encounter God’s love and hope. We host Conference because we want women to know God and make Him known. Conference offers a perfect opportunity to invite your friends, especially if they do not have a relationship with Jesus or are not connected to a local church. Plan a fun weekend or day trip and enjoy a special girls’ trip together!
- Lifeway Bookstore
We love shopping and connecting with a purpose. This year at Conference we are excited to welcome Lifeway to our vendor area. You will LOVE all the products- books, Bibles, devotionals, studies, and fun merchandise- all will be waiting for you to shop and enjoy! Arrive early so you can shop!
- Ministry Project Feature
One of the best parts of Conference is featuring a ministry project that impacts lives right here in Arkansas. This year Conference is partnering with Arkansas Baptist Children & Family Ministries and the Toy Express! That is right. We have a chance to donate toys to children in need. Please bring a new toy and donate it at the Toy Express Bus that will be parked in front of the church at Conference. For a complete list of needed items, please visit www.absc.org/abwconference and click on Ministry Project.
- Arkansas Baptist Women are Better Together!
At Conference, we will welcome women from across Arkansas. The day will kick off with a party in the parking lot. We are excited to welcome everyone in a BIG and FUN way. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and the conference begins at 9:30 a.m. This year you will scan your QR Code at the door to enter the church. (The QR Code will be sent to your email the week of Conference.) You will pick up your Conference bag that will coordinate with the Connection Group you selected. So, arrive in plenty of time to check in at the door, pick up your conference bag, shop in the vendor area, take a few pictures at the photo booth, and grab a cup of coffee and a muffin. We will see you on Saturday, September 21st, at First Baptist Church in Benton!
Learn more and register as a group or as an individual at www.absc.org/abwconference. At this link, you will find promotional material, a promotional video, and the schedule for the day. If you have questions, please reach out to us. We are here to serve you. Please join us in praying for God to move in powerful ways as women learn about more of Jesus and less of me!