So, yesterday I had some thinking time.
That's what happens when you are required to be a patient, patient because the doctor makes you wait an hour. You think about stuff.
Ashley was thinking about hairlines. She lifted my bangs up and became very concerned that I had no widow's peak like her.
"Does Daddy have a widow's peak?"
Ummm. Ummm. Hunh?
"He better," she quipped, "or I'm not really y'alls child. It's a dominant inherited trait. That's the way genetics work Mom."
Suddenly, I realized my girl has surpassed my knowledge. She knows stuff.
Which brings me to what I was thinking about during that very long hour. My blog readers know stuff. So, I should ask them the question I've been wondering about- What draws people to a conference?
I've been asked to contribute an article to the Christian Publisher's Association Newsletter on this topic and I'd like to ask the smartest people I know. You!
So, that's what I'm asking today.
And, just to give you a little (incentive) (bribe) love gift, I am giving away 5 tickets to the A Woman Inspired On-line conference to five lucky commenters today. That's all you have to do. Leave a comment to this post and you'll be entered.
I'll post more about when I'll be speaking at A Woman Inspired again very soon. Oh, it will be a very fun day of connecting face to face via the computer. I can't wait.
See that cute little button over here about it-------->>>
But back to my need for your ever so honest comments.
Educate me.
When you hear a conference is coming to your area, what would make you interested in attending?
How are you most likely to hear of an event coming to your area--- radio ads, a friend, billboard, e-mail, flier sent through the mail, ads in your church bulletin, a poster hanging in a place you frequent, or some other way?
What price point is realistic for you for a one day conference?
Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking just a moment and sharing your insights with me. I'll announce the 5 winners of the Inspired Woman tickets later this week.
So, post away, post away, post away all.
I'm off to see if Art has a widow's peak.
That's what happens when you are required to be a patient, patient because the doctor makes you wait an hour. You think about stuff.
Ashley was thinking about hairlines. She lifted my bangs up and became very concerned that I had no widow's peak like her.
"Does Daddy have a widow's peak?"
Ummm. Ummm. Hunh?
"He better," she quipped, "or I'm not really y'alls child. It's a dominant inherited trait. That's the way genetics work Mom."
Suddenly, I realized my girl has surpassed my knowledge. She knows stuff.
Which brings me to what I was thinking about during that very long hour. My blog readers know stuff. So, I should ask them the question I've been wondering about- What draws people to a conference?
I've been asked to contribute an article to the Christian Publisher's Association Newsletter on this topic and I'd like to ask the smartest people I know. You!
So, that's what I'm asking today.
And, just to give you a little (incentive) (bribe) love gift, I am giving away 5 tickets to the A Woman Inspired On-line conference to five lucky commenters today. That's all you have to do. Leave a comment to this post and you'll be entered.
I'll post more about when I'll be speaking at A Woman Inspired again very soon. Oh, it will be a very fun day of connecting face to face via the computer. I can't wait.
See that cute little button over here about it-------->>>
But back to my need for your ever so honest comments.
Educate me.
When you hear a conference is coming to your area, what would make you interested in attending?
How are you most likely to hear of an event coming to your area--- radio ads, a friend, billboard, e-mail, flier sent through the mail, ads in your church bulletin, a poster hanging in a place you frequent, or some other way?
What price point is realistic for you for a one day conference?
Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking just a moment and sharing your insights with me. I'll announce the 5 winners of the Inspired Woman tickets later this week.
So, post away, post away, post away all.
I'm off to see if Art has a widow's peak.
79 Comments:
My number one reason to attend a conference is to hear from God. So, my selection criteria is totally on the spiritual focus of the event.
I hear about most events through the internet. I'm a blogger, and love to visit the blogs of other Christian moms and writers.
I have no idea how to set a price for a conference. I would say under $100 for a one-day event.
Thanks for including me in your contest.
Honestly Lysa, if I heard you were coming to California I would make every effort to get to where you would be. I so enjoy reading your blog --- it has challenged and insprired me over the past 8 or months I have been reading it.
I also hear about events through the internet or the women's ministry director at church.
As far as a price point for a one day event, I would imagine that $50-$75 would be a fair price. I know that even that cost would be prohibitive for many right now---myself included.
Hope you solved the widow's peak dilema... :o)
What 'draws' me is usually my own personal need or hunger. I'm thirsting for more of the Lord, and a conference offers a banqueting table.
Sometimes the theme entices. Sometimes it's a speaker the Lord has used in the past to touch my life. Any conference I attend, my hope is to be changed. I desire to be walking closer with Him when I leave, than when I arrived.
I also know that I can't go just hoping to receive. I have to be prepared to give...both in worship to the Lord and to others.
How do I most likely hear of a conference? Word of mouth is most often how I learn of such events, although, I have 'feelers' and contacts out all over.
Around here (Canada) a Full Day Conference, 9am-5pm, runs around $60.00. That includes a lunch and supper. Although, our church does a yearly Ladies event, 10-2:30pm, lunch included for $35.00.
So, there's a little insight North of the border :o) (I do feel that conferences aren't as well attended here in Canada.)
Was checking your speaking schedule out earlier this evening. Now, I'd drive hours to see you again. Friendship would be another huge calling to attend such an event. ;o)
Hugs,
Joy
Time to "hit my refresh button" would draw me into a conference.
I don't know if you have ever heard of a women's ministry called "Women at Rest" or "WAR."
Their goal is to make the conference smaller, more intimate and personal. Then again I have gone to the "Women of Faith" conferences and had a blast shouting out praise songs with thousands of other women just like me! What busy woman would not want to "hit her refresh button?" Sign me up!
I notice radio commercials the most when tuning in (pun intended) to upcoming events. Posters and easy sign ups at our local Christian bookstore also make it simple to attend. Honestly, going with a group of women is what pulls me in more than anything.I like to go with a crowd I already know.
As for pricing.....$50-$75 sounds about right. Throw a t-shirt or tote bag for us women on the go, would ya?! LOVE IT!
ttfn,
Tanya
I'm like most of the other women--gee, I never thought I'd hear myself say that! I'm always told that I'm not "typical."
Anyway, if I attend a conference, I expect "substance", something that goes deep and stays long. I hate Christian "fluff" and stuff that is all about me. I want Christ to be front and center and I want to be challenged to go deeper and come higher in my Christian walk. If I know that it will offer substance, I'd be willing to pay just about anything, because being in the ministry usually finds me on the ministering end of things instead of on the receiving end.
I don't have much luck attending conferences. Last time I was on my way to a conference of "substance", I had a horrific car accident that almost killed my whole family, so it would have to be something that I really thought would be beneficial, not trivial. Life has sort of taken a more serious turn for me since the accident.
I usually hear about conferences locally through radio and flyers and I do follow some ministries on line as well.
I'm a goof ball, but I've often wondered why we charge so that people can hear the gospel, but I would be willing to pay for a good conference somewhere under $100.00. I really like the love gift idea, but knowing little about planning conferences, I'm sure there is a good reason why people charge so much, although I do know ministers who only charge what they are being charged and do take an offering for themselves. That keeps the cost down and makes them trust God more--not a bad spot to be in, I guess. I'm not judging, just rambling because it's late and I need some sleep.
Anyway, you don't have to enter me in the contest. I just responded because I do enjoy your blog and I wanted to help. I work a seasonal job and will be tied up, or rather, tied down from now until October and won't be going anywhere except wherever my zero turn tractor will take me.
Who: I will go to everything people I know are tried and tuely respected biblically. If Life Way Promotes it, Beth Moore, my church (or any other Calvary Chapel in our state) promotes it, or a Calvary Chapel radio station I will be there because I know it will be biblical. After I learn about various speakers I put their web sites in favorites and check their speaking schedule from time to time. That's pretty much what I do. If those speakers will be in the area of friends I have I will let them know. The Calvary Chapel radio station I listen to has Focus on the Family and that is how I learned about you.
Cost: It doesn't matter-I am flying 5,000 miles (to TX) for a weekend conference. I've been to free ones and ones that have costed $75 for multiple speakers. I will try to take my daughter to the mainland every other year for Vicki Courtney's "You and Your Girl" conferences.
Why: the message has to meet my needs-Christian Homeschooling, apologetics, a good bible study, ministry (awanas), my family, prayer, scripture memory, to know I will learn more, be convicted, and draw closer to God in my walk.
Hope I helped. Blessings, Lisa
my opinion will be way different from others because i have only been to one conference, a homeschool conference. the main reason i went was because i needed to find others like me. i knew they would be there. i haven't gone back even though they have one every year and the price is cheap.
i am drawn to the she speaks conference for the same reason, to find bloggers like me. i have no interest in the speaking part but what i read about the writing parts sound like something i'd be very interested in. i know i would come away learning something.
but something always holds me back and this time it's the price plus air fare plus an 8 month old baby (by then) that i won't be able to leave.
I look for specific conferences for specific reasons, depending on my needs at the time--whether I am needing to go deeper into my relationship with God, or whether I need to be lifted and encouraged (which are not mutually exclusive but sometimes I look for different things from a conference). I know of several conferences that I choose to attend from time to time, so I hunt those down on the internet to find the information I need.
I would be most attracted and interested in something posted in our church bulletin, a flier in the mail or a poster. I think conferences are most effective when they are at least 2 days. I think that since there are hotel fees and meals included a $75 fee is reasonable. Thanks,
Michele R. Walters
paramiki@tx.rr.com
There are two things that combine to motivate me to attend a conference--a person/people I respect/admire speaking on a topic that is timely/meaningful for me. Once upon a time a 'name' alone might have motivated me, but not anymore. It's important to feel like God has something specific for me at a given conference. (Not that they aren't all worthwhile in their way, but they can't all be worthwhile for me every time they're offered.)
Price-point really depends on the details of the event (how far away it is, how nice the venue, if meals are included, etc). If it's just the price of admission and no-frills, I'd like to keep it under $50 for a day. If there's more to it--several speakers, special music, etc, then under $100, but it would have to be really special.
I hear about things on Christian radio, and word of mouth.
And on the genetics front--my little one has a widow's peak AND strawberry blond hair. If I didn't know exactly where he came from and that he'd never left the delivery room, I might have sworn they brought me the wrong baby!
I hear about conferences online, through the mail, from friends. I am attracted to particular events because of the theme or, usually, because I am familiar with one or more of the speakers. I often research the speakers online to learn more about them. I've heard some people who are wonderful teachers and I'm eager to hear them again. Others I've heard once and that was enough. I especially enjoy those who are good Bible teachers and give me fresh insight.
Money's a bit tighter now, so probably $50 or under would be my limit for a one-day events.
Lysa -
For me it depends. Sometimes I will hear about an event that sounds fantastic but it's price tag comes in to high and I just can't fit it in the budget. For me if I hear about an event I tend to then go online and see what I can find out about the speakers, read their bios/blogs and see what their sessions are going to be about then I pray, asking God if it's where he wants me and a good utilization of His resources for me to go. I'm one of those people who has a hard time spending money on myself so if it's more than $100 I will nearly always tell myself it costs to much. Also I absolutely adore when events are available online - we are coming up on a huge trauma verification review at work so I can't get time off very easily however I can tune in online and listen to some great speakers and be nourished via streaming video :)
Hope that helps!
I go to conferences to be refreshed in the Word of God. More then once, I've heard God speak to my heart through the message that was given.
My eyes are always looking for (God)events through any kind of media. Living in a small city the price of a ticket can range from $25.00-50.00
Hope that helps.
I'm weird in that I rarely go to purely "spiritual" conferences except for the occasional women's conference my church might have. I cannot stand to sit in a big auditorium in an uncomfortable seat with the air conditioner at sub-zero temps. I don't absorb the message well that way, but would do much better watching the same conference at home on the TV or online.
The marketing that works best for me is a flyer in my mailbox, a radio announcement, or sometimes an announcement on a blog.
What attracts me to a conference? Praticality! What am I going to be able to take home and implement? I need detailed descriptions of the workshops. Sometimes I'll be attracted if a speaker that I really like is there, but I'll only attend if I feel the conference is going to have real take-away value for me.
The conferences I'm most likely to attend are either writing or homeschooling conferences or something that will provide some type of education that I need.
I also like variety. As I mentioned above, I don't want to sit and listen the whole time. I prefer some breakout sessions or smaller workshops, chances to network, products and resources that I can purchase, and maybe even some type of activity that I can participate in. For example, the speaking groups at She Speaks are awesome. Interactive is the word I'm looking for.
I also like some way to stay connected or learn more after I leave the conference. An example would be the conference calls y'all offered a few weeks after She Speaks. A blog might also be a way to stay connected.
As for price, I wouldn't pay more than $100 for a one day conference. I'd only pay that much if I felt it was well worth it.
Lysa,
First, If I am familiar with the person that can be a big draw for me. I am usually familiar with them through books that I have read. Second, would be the topic itself and how interested I am in that. And finally, it would depend on who is sponsoring the conference. If it an organization that I would like to support or that I like and the date works then I would consider it. These probably mean more to me than price unless the price is just way out of line.
That's it for me!
Laura
I believe if the Lord wants a person at the conference, He will provide a way for that person to be there. I can't say there is any one thing that would make me want to attend... if I am familiar with the speaker and I know she speaks the Word of God and doesn't wander from it, then I would be interested. As far as cost, we live on a very tight budget, I would be the wrong person to ask; but, again, if the Lord wants a person there, they will be there. That's just my thoughts.
The speaker and topic attract me to a conference. I research the speakers to make sure they are committed Christians who won't be speaking and leading the flock astray.
Ads in church bulletins, poster hanging in a place I frequent, and radio ads catch my attention first.
No more than $40 - we are on a tight budget. I can't even do that right now. Attending a conference is an ultimate treat. It is really nice to be pampered and receive goody bags, too.
Lysa, I really enjoy your blog and often hear God speaking through the themes you share! Thank you, sister!!
The first thing in attending a conference for me would be the price. I also look at the distance I would be traveling to attend. I have only been to one that I remember and went with a large group of ladies. It was very enjoyable but perhaps not quite what I expected..I would love to experience more and connect with other women, however.
Good Comments. I go to one conference (through my church, elmbrook)a year. Lysa you spoke here at Grand Geneva last year. I go because I know that it will inspire me with great speakers and God's word and the gathering with women who have a heart after God. As a younger widow I have to find arrangements for my kids so that is my biggest hurdle on going to a conference. Price would be a big influence especially with the economy these days. So total costs would be a factor, conference, hotel, meals. Less than $150 total would be great (sharing a room). For just the conference, $75-$100 if the speaker was well-known. It would have to be in the Midwest where driving is the travel method. I don't know that I would go by myself so I would have to find a friend to go with me.
have a day full of Godstops.
Sarah
I'm not a big conference-goer, so for me, the person/people speaking would have to be a big draw. And then the topic--as others have said, I'd want to hear from the Lord.
I probably wouldn't want to pay more than $75 for a one-day conference.
And music doesn't matter to me one bit. I could stand up there and lead Sunday School songs for free!
OK...I'm gonna be real honest here...sometimes I just need time away with the girls and a conference in my area with a quality speaker and a reasonable price (<$100) does it for me! Of course the spiritual uplift is ALWAYS a blessing, but truthfully, that can happen anywhere, anytime. There's something about being together with a group of women, away from home and the daily routine that does it for me! I've never been disappointed at any conference I've made the effort & investment to attend.
I go to conference's to get refueled. To get refreshed in God. Life is tough and we get drained. Our souls get tired and we love to hear and grow in Christ. That renews our souls. I love the worship and praise. How much fun is it to praise our Almighty King!! Conference's refuel, refresh, renew and revive us!
Thanks for this ministry! It refreshes me!
Hi Lysa, I first have to say what a gift to are to me, you have spurred my heart to dig deeper into the word, closer to Jesus, many times.
What draws me to a conference, is wanting to hear and learn more about the Lord, and how to apply whatever the topic is to my own life. To be refreshed, and renewed, to be a better wife, mom, etc...also the worship with other women! I haven't been to a conference in years, with all 3 boys in sports for so many years, it's been hard for mom to get away!! One over the internet would be such a blessing!! Anything Calvary Chapel advertises, I would trust! The price?---around 50.00 for a day.
Thanks so much for the opportunity! You truly are a blessing to all us girls!!
Kelly
Hi Lysa,
I attend a conference that will challenge and encourage me as a Christian.
How to hear about it? Usually through Christian radio, word of mouth, and announcements in church bulletin. We don't have a Christian bookstore in our town, so wouldn't hear it that way, and I rarely look at the flyers when I'm at the grocery store.
As for price, I'm a cheapskate since things are tight financially. I probably wouldn't pay more than $20 for the day.
Hope this helps. Hope you are well. You are in my prayers.
Blessings,
Pearls
At this point in my life like so many others I am looking for a conference that will cause me to go deeper with God...Challenge me, so that when I walk away from the conference I am challenged to change.
One other thing that draws me is if I am familiar with the speaker/speakers...If I read a book of theirs, or done a Bible Study.. something like that
For a one day conference I would like to pay between $30-$50 if possible, although I would pay more. Many times you have to travel, so you also have the added expense of hotels and what not.
I hear about events either from my Church or online... I go searching for information online myself to see who might be having a conference. Every once in awhile I will hear about a conference from a mailing.
If I can go to at least one women's conference I year I feel blessed.
Thanks and I would love to win the online conference ticket :)
lysa,
what draws me is either the speaker or the topic. i find out about them in our local newspaper or on the radio. reading the other comments i think i am going to come out on the cheap end but honestly i would say $25-$35 for a one day is what i could afford. it would also be helpful if they had some kind of babysitting or child's area available. just a thought.
take care
yvonne
Hi Lysa -
Some of my considerations when deciding to go to a conference are:
Is it relevant to me? For example Hearts at Home is one I always look forward to because I'm always needing mothering help (this is one tough job - you know!).
Location is also huge. Being a stay-at-home mom, it really has to be somewhat close to home. She Speaks was an option last year only because someone offered me a scholarship and covered the conference fees.
The Speakers can be a draw as well. For example, the reason I attended a woman's conference this past January (Escape 09) was in large part due to the speaker who was there. :)
As far as how I am most likely to hear about a conference. The ones I have attended this year I either found out about through blogging or word of mouth.
The closer to $100 a one-day conference gets the more unlikely I will be to attend it, unless it is something extremely relevant to my life.
Don't know if any of that helps. Regardless, you now have my quick thoughts on conference selection!
Megan
Hello Lysa,
Marketing is definitely a touch and go subject. Your target audience is complex; you want to deliver goods to those that support you while inspiring others to come to Christ...bringing them all under the same roof can be difficult on marketing alone. This is why we depend on each individual to present the gospel.
I was in attendance of your Women of Hope Conference in Cordova. Here is why:
I heard the radio ad EVERY DAY on klove as I took my kids to school so I checked it out. Memphis is a two-hour drive away from home and is my hometown. LOCATION was the first draw. SPENDING TIME ALONE with my stepmother was the second draw.
As a busy mom of six, I needed this conference and I needed it to be half-day. This allowed for driving-time and limited absence from family (although I was stuck in the snow storm and stayed an extra day). CONVENIENCE was the third draw.
The price was exceptionally affordable at $12.50 a ticket. Honestly, I would have been scrapping for that but my stepmom stepped in and took care of the cost. I know some people don't understand and wrestle with the idea of paying admission. Under other circumstances, I would be willing to pay much more so COST was another factor.
Overall, however, it is not what you are going TO but what you expect to come AWAY with. If LIFE TRANSFORMATION doesn't take place, some are disappointed. I think this is the MAIN DRAW...people are looking for answers.
I felt God's draw to your conference knowing it was going to be life transforming. And it was. Thank you.
Hey Lysa, Sweet Girl,
I was feeling for you yesterday. I love your attitude; and I love how God so deftly turns things upside-down and makes hard things not only OK, but blessed.
As for the conference question... I am usually drawn by who (speaker/singer/teacher) is going to be there. The women who draw me to conferences are "tried and true" ladies who minister to me mightily.
The weekend you and I met (Hearts at Home) was ALL about the fact that Sara Groves was the musical guest. (It helped that a friend was going, or I wouldn't have driven alone down to Rochester, MN to attend.) (But I got the bonus of amazingly wonderful speakers and breakout sessions.)
The other weekend at Set Apart, it was YOU. (I had no interest in attending until I read that you'd be there.) (Turns out there were two speakers who I knew who were going to be there, too--great bonus!)
I went to a women's retreat last fall because Susie Larson was the speaker... (OH. MY. GOODNESS.)
For She Speaks.... that was different. That was about finding out if I had a calling... but I wouldn't have even known about it—or trusted that it would be great—if it weren't for you. (And as for bonuses... may I just say one word, "Luann".)
I have gotten so much more out of most every conference than I ever expected. Crazy, huge, bigtime bonus blessings.
But I really don't think I would invest my time or money unless I already knew I was familiar and had been previously blessed by at least one person who was going to be speaking or singing.
xo, Helen
P.S. I usually go alone. I see lots of groups of friends and that looks like fun, too, but that is not what draws me.
1. Church bulletin. I figure it's something my pastors endorse. 2. Then, I look at the cost. It has to be reasonably priced. 3. Also, if women I know say they are going, then I'm a lot more apt to go.
I am drawn to conferences based on what they provide - usually encouragement in my walk of faith and/or role as a mom. The speakers are also a big drawing card. I'm looking forward to reading all the comments because we are in the process of organizing a "Rise and Shine" women's retreat for October. Proverbs own Renee Swope will be our keynote speaker - I am excited! Thanks for gathering all the insight Lysa. Blessings, Jill
What draws me is a friend saying how great a speaker is, conference is....Our local Christian radio station is out in the public, so people get to know them. They would also inspire me to go. A thought came to me while reading your post...what if you asked blog readers to promote your event in the area that you would have an event. Tell their friends, send them posters, flyers ect....kind of a spokesperson, along with the radio...Just a thought. When someon says to me, this person is sooooo inspirational, I want to go. For a day conference, 30$ is a good price. I would be willing to go a little higher than that.
Just my 2 cents!
Shannon
smarklow@gmail.com
I decide to go based on the speaker. If I don't know the speaker, then I base it on the credibility of the host or sponsoring organization. I don't usually go to hear anyone that I'm completely unfamiliar with, especially to pay to hear them. I do some homework before buying a ticket. The marketing plays a role too. The conference name, theme, tag lines, all help me decide if it will relate to me, if it sounds just like fluff or real stuff, etc. But by far the biggest decision factor is the speaker and knowing that they are teaching the RIGHT stuff.
The best advertising is word of mouth and with something that can get in the hands of people. A direct mail campaign, email blasts, placement on websites, etc are very important in our isolated world. I wouldn't depend upon someone seeing a poster in a store or church. That leaves too much responsibility on the poster putter-upper. Another new option is the use of social media like Facebook, Twitter, etc. I wouldn't advertise on Christian radio or other Christian outlets alone. Even if your primary target is the Christian market, don't assume they use or listen to primarily Christian media. For example, I had no idea you were in Cordova recently at Hope Pres. Would have loved to have been there! I live in the area but never heard about the conference at Hope. I should have read your schedule!
Cost varies according to the conference and my budget (and that always varies!). I wouldn't travel far anymore because I have young kiddos. But I have in my single years. I would travel to see speakers who had already had a pronounced impact on my life by their books.
Church sponsored events are my favorites. Arena events are exciting but I miss the intimacy you can create in a small environment. Big numbers don't necessarily mean that an event was a success. I worked with Women of Faith as a local conference coordinator in Memphis several years ago. I did local advertising and had a difficult time selling group tickets. It's just not a good market for large conferences. We had a great crowd but mostly from people outside of Memphis.
I think the best direction would be a for a national ministry, such as Proverbs 31 Ministries, to partner with strategic churches to sponsor conferences in regions. The church benefits from the help of the national organization but also benefits in that it can have direct post conference opportunities with the women that attended. I think alot of churches don't do conferences because it is a major deal and they just don't have all the resources or personnel. I think a partnership could provide help in that.
Morning!
I have a few different reasons as to what draws me to a conference.
1. the topic..is this an area that I can grow spiritually in (which I am sure there are many of those areas)
2. the location and price..About price..for a one day conf. I would pay no more than $25 max
3. on a more shallow note..just to GET AWAY...getting a break and doing something just for me!
Have fun!
Alyce
Lysa,
To be quite honest, the thing that draws me to a conference is usually a name that I trust--I know I will be fed and will have quality time with God.
I'm most likely to hear about an event on the radio, at a Christian bookstore, through one of my favorite speaker's website (If I like someone, I tend to keep up with their websites), and email updates.
To be really honest, I like free events! Hey, who doesn't, right?! :) But events cost money, and I know that. So I don't mind paying a conference fee. Depending on who it is, I'm willing to pay up to $40 for a one day conference. That being said, if it's somewhere God wants me to go, I don't know if there would be a price limit.
One of the biggest things I think bring people to a conference is to have churches behind said conference. In addition, advertising is a MUST! You have to spend money to make money and this is one area that cannot be taken lightly. If people don't know about it, then how can they attend. Also, a big thing is the calendar date. There are many, many, many things to take into consideration when planning a conference--you do NOT want to have a conference the same weekend as something else (holiday, spring break, a huge sporting event, etc.). All of those things factor in.
Prayers and blessings,
Rebecca
p.s. Just in case you didn't read it already, Mary DeMuth offered up her insights to the CBE conference on her Relevant blog. She had some really valid comments--check her out!
I would go to just about any conference where I can draw closer to God. The reason I don't usually go is because of money being so tight. I really wanted to go to the Extraordinary Women conference in Tampa a couple of weeks ago but just couldn't afford it. I agree with Stacey and that if God wants you there, you'll be there. So I put it in His hands. So, basically the price has a lot to do with it, if I know or have heard of the speaker(s), distance and content.
Since I don't get to go to that many conferences due to the budget, I try to get my fix from reading your blogs. You always lift my spirits and make me laugh. Thanks!
What a great question! We just recently attended the Women of Faith Conference and Kansas City and boy am I still humming from it!
What personally drew me to it was that it was an all womens conference and that there was such a wide range in the speakers. A great diversity that I felt could really cover the gamut of issues that my friends and I are dealing with.
We paid 109 for all day Friday and most of Saturday; including the wonderful Steven Curtis Chapman concert on Friday. This included lunch both. I thought it was totally worth the money. I think after attending, I would have paid more because I had such an amazing experience.
Another point was the availablity factor. There were lots of dates and places to choose from.
Also, I have a widows peak and niether my mom or my father have one. I am 100% positive I am not the mailmans child so apparently it skipped a generation!
Hope this helps!
God bless!
Stephanie
I have enjoyed every conference I have ever gone to, but I have never gone more than 45 minutes away either. I would never be able to justify spending airfare. I think anything under $100 is do-able. I would love to see you speak so please come to Michigan :)
Advertising is a huge thing, I really don't know what is the best form of advertising, but I would do as many as possible!
My husband and I attend the Weekend to Remember last year and this year they called us and asked up to help advertise through our church - they gave us materials and we just posted them and sent a few emails. Easy on both ends after you make the initial connection.
The conference has to offer me something that I don't normally have access to, or even someone with a knowledge base that I am interested in. There's never been a conference in my area for makeup artists, and definitely not one for Christian makeup artists. However, I'm writing a book right now, and I can't say that there have been any publishing or writing conferences in the Metro Detroit area either.
I am drawn by the topic usually. Love women's ministries and conferences. Price matters. I've had to pass on some amazing ones due to my budget. And I want the end result of the conference to be life change. Ultimately, growth with my relationship with God. I also like to meet new people and so that's always a pull. God has blessed me with some amazing friends from conferences.
My reason ususally is I have read or heard of some of the speakers, and especially if they speaking on something dear to my heart or a particular struggle I may have. Cost I guess to me would be how bad do I need to get this encouragement from Christian women who God uses, like now if there was a conference or something on losing your mother who (I lost just one yr. ago last weekend) was your best friend and how to get thru all the greiving and "things" and I thought it was gonna really help me, or I could be an encouragement to someone who is just going thur this, I'd pay anything to get there.
You guys need to come closer to Iowa!!
Being married to a minister has had it's perks. Many seminaries bring in the heavy guns to speak and I have been privileged to hear some incredible people of God.
I love going to conferences for the encounter with God first. Secondly, I love what someone else can teach me about what God is doing in and through them.
I would spend up to $50-60 for a day event. That's a little high but if it changes me for the better....worth it!
The primary draw for a conference to me is how it can help me develop as the woman/wife/mother that God wants me to be. I need all the help I can get!
I LOVE the concept of an online seminar! My husband is not yet walking with the Lord and it is difficult for me to leave the house to do "church things" as he calls it. That, and the ability to download the MP3 versions later since I'm at work during the conference.
Price point - under $20.
Thank you for the giveaway. I enjoy reading your blog.
I've attended Women of Faith conference twice and thoroughly enjoyed the music and speakers. The plus for me was they provided sign language interpreters. Speakers tend to move around alot, so lipreading becomes hit & miss :)
Women of Faith was a time of getting refreshed, laughter, tears, and relationships with other sisters-in-Christ. This is a much broader style of conference - personally I prefer the more intimate setting that focuses on areas that would help me to develop personal growth - whether it is a skill, or relationships with family and the Lord.
What draws me is the desire to grow spiritually, and the encouragement to step out of my comfort zone. I've wanted to attend She Speaks since finding out about it last year (on your blog!) This would provide a pro-active environment for me to learn how to turn a dream into reality. I say pro-active because you don't just talk about it, but give people resources and help to start the process!
Cost is dependent on what is involved (size, travel, meals, materials, etc.), but a generalized, no frills conference should be $30-60 per day. However, I'm willing to pay more for a specialized conference.
Hey, Lysa! I guess what I look for most of all is how am I going to grow closer to God by giving up this day to spend it with tons of people! Second, I want to know who the speaker/s are and what their background is. Next, what about praise and worship music? I love to worship this way, and it is so important at a conference! Lastly, how much is it? I am going this weekend to the Extraordinary Women's Conference here in Greenville...I paid 59.00 and will get my money's worth and more!It was wonderful last year!I hear about these through Christian radio and blogs!! That's how I found out about She Speaks--which is simply wonderful!! Hope this helps, chickadee!
Hugs,
Susan
Hi--I'm back for three reasons:
1) I forgot to say, no need to enter me in the contest. (And please don't think me insensitive—just ever-so-honest—I could be wrong, but on the face of it, an online conference looks like something that would be hard for me to connect with. Maybe you need to educate me about what they are like.)
2) In case anyone reads this who can benefit, I have been in the position (more than once) that I couldn't afford to attend a conference. Consider volunteering. Speakers need book table help, organizers need ladies in special name tags to point attendees to the rest room or help them find their next break-out session. Even if they don't make the need known, you could send an email and see.
I know it's not for everyone — and you do miss parts of the conference by doing it this way — but it is a great way to get a re-charge, catch your favorite speaker, or meet Lysa TerKeurst! (I volunteered at a 2006 conference and was a floater who ended up at her book table. CHANGED MY LIFE.)
3) I didn't answer your other questions:
a) I hear about stuff on Christian radio and flyers on Women's ministry bulletin board or church ladies' room door.
b) $40 - $60
What draws me to a conference? I love the music - it was Christian music that drew me in to my church, and still calls me in. I also like to focus on one or two topics for the whole day (instead of so many short break out sessions - because they're all so good, it's hard to choose!).
The first thing that will make me interested in attending a conference is the subject matter. After that, I would look at if there were speakers I'd been wanting to see.
I'm probably most likely to hear of an event near me in one of three ways: radio ads, a friend, or an ad in my church bulletin.
As for a realistic price point, I would say depending on the conference, what speakers are there, and what's included I could go up to $100 for one day.
I hope this helps, Lysa, and I just want you to know that I've so been enjoying your blog and that ever since I found P31 Ministries a couple of weeks ago I've been enjoying it every day during my lunch hour! You brighten up my work day and energize me to get through the afternoon and to be sweet to my husband when I get home in the evening! Thank you for all y'all do!
I'm very excited about A Woman Inspired because there aren't many women's conferences around here. What would draw me most to a conference would be a variety of topics by speakers with a heart for God. I want to be challenged and stretched, to experience things that I won't usually in my rural PA life.
For me, a one day conference costing between $50-75 would be reasonable if a meal was included. Reasonable, but not necessarily do-able.
I most often hear/read about conferences online. Occasionally, there will be a notice in our church bulletin, but there aren't many things that come our way.
Hi! :)
I will admit that the first thing that catches my attention is who the speaker is, along with what their topic is. And price for sure always plays a big part as to whether or not I can go...single-income family. :)
I also love to see that there is going to be some fabulous time of praise and worship. There is just something about praising God with your whole heart in song with all of your sisters in Christ! :)
I usually hear about these kind of things on my local radio station or in my church bulletin.
And thanks for the little (incentive)(bribe) love gift we could win. :) I think the conference sounds like a lot of fun!
Blessings,
K
(sidenote: LOVE the interview with you and Renee in the P31 Woman! And your hair is lookin' mighty cute and sassy.) :)
My number one reason to draw me to a conference would be my spiritual need. To hear from God and to grow in my faith. Sometimes its God overwhelming my heart, so much I have to go to the conference when its laid on my heart.
There was a conference that was in our town and I knew I was supposed to be there. I kept asking around, but no one I knew was going or wanted to. I ended up making it a priority to go by myself. I went and ended up seeing one person from my church, and we sat together. We had some break out sessions together and some not. But I was truly blessed and knew why God wanted me there, to get to know the person from my church better, and also to be inspired to help other women at our church through our Women's Ministry.
Another factor is the price, with the financial situation I'm in, cost is a big factor, it has to be affordable, or its out of the question. The last conference I went to was $20, very affordable for me, but of course it was in the same town I live in. If it was far enough in advance, I could save up money to go to a conference out of town and staying at a hotel.
We recently had a Ladies night at our church through our Women's Ministry, we had a speaker/author/singer named Kim Bolton (www.kimbolton.org) speak & sing for our ladies, she was awesome and great fun. We called it Chicks-n-Chocolate (A Ladies dessert night out) We had chocolate fountains and lots of sweets galore. It was great. We charged $20 for the night, and the teen girls we charged $10.
I also factor in who is speaking and maybe the subject matter too, but its not the most important thing. If it is someone I am wild about, then it becomes important.
I normally hear about conferences through the mail, flyers, radio & tv sometimes.
When I hear of a conference in my area, I always am interested in finding out more about it and to see if it works out for me to go.
I appreciate your time to read what I have to say. thanks, Angie
Most of the conferences that I choose to attend are religious in nature. For me to invest time and money into an "event/conference" it has to provide me with something I want. If it's a "Jesus event," then I'm going to go to be taught the Word of God (another words...I want to open up my Bible and learn), and I want to be led in the awesome worship of God.
Other types of conferences don't much interest me at this point. That being said, I love the fellowship of others alongside.
For what it's worth.
peace~elaine
Lysa,
The most important reasons I attend conferences is to spend time (away) with other Christians to be engaged, refreshed, and ready to go back to the beautiful family life God has provided me.
I appreciate a value. I'd say $30-$60 for a complete day conference is reasonable. There are always so many offerings, items to purchase that I can't see spending more to get there.
Thank you, again, Lysa for all you do in Jesus' name.
Maria in CT
mszematis@yahoo.com
what draws me to a conference, the speakers. Speakers I can realte to, ones that a real adn down to earth, like you and most the P31 staff. I love the extraordinary women's conferences, a full list of speakers, reasonably priced and AWESOME worship. the worship and the thought of growing, learning and worshipping with all these other sisters, no matter our background!! AWESOME!!
If I have to pay for my own hotel then I need to stay under 50$ for a conference ticket. It all depends on teh amount of speakers. I want real speakers too. Simulcasts bother me. Our church has hosted a few of those and the prices to see a speaker on the screen just blew me away!!
I hear about conferences through word of motuh, and on the radio.our church does not advertise conferences.
Truth - knowing what is spoken is founded in scripture.
The Word - life and light only come from His Word; give us the meaty portions!
Refreshment - refreshed by His Word, by sweet fellowship, by nourishing friendships, by worship
Challenge - I want to be challenged, held accountable, and gently but firmly convicted
Integrity - The ministry hosting the conference needs to have integrity, keeping God's Word central and pure, being Holy Spirit led and not personality driven (and He dwells in and through some neat persons!)
Laughter and tears -- reaching the depths of our hearts
And like Susan said above, the conference has to be "worth" my investment of precious time and money...and also worth being away from my family.
And FYI...as God led me clearly to She Speaks in 2007 and 2008, all of the above "standards" were met and exceded!
That's all I've got! :)
I go to a conference based on the topic and person or people who are speaking. I like to hear people I know speak, but that's not a clincher. I guess the topic would be the primary reason.
Price for a single day with no hotel stay I think would be $75 to $100.
Thinking back I have chosen to attend conferences for different reasons such as a speaker with a message I think will benefit me in learning and growing in my relationship with God, for fellowship with like minded believers, a topic of interest, or as a personal learning and growth experience like a writing or home school conference where I can implement what I learned.
I think pricing varies with the venue and the program being offered. I attended one small conference where there was a limited number able to attend and the price nominal and others where lunch was included, prices ranging from $20.00 to $75.00 for a one day event in our area.
I am most likely to hear about a conference on the radio, through my church, at a local Christian book store, and occasionally online.
Lysa,
I am mostly likely to attend a conference that has speakers whom I am familiar with through their works, i.e., books, sermons, lectures, studies, etc.
I usually hear of upcoming conferences through church, family members or the media (TV, radio, internet, etc).
As for price, I would consider paying up to $100 for a one day conference that offered multiple speakers. If it is a single speaker conference I would probably cap out at $50.
I hope this is helpful.
Hi!
Lately, most of the conferences that I hear about show up online somewhere - the P31 website, a blog, a sidebar somewhere, something like that. Once in a while one of our Bible Study mommies will mention something.
The conferences that I'm most interested in are ones that feature topics of high interest to me at the time and speakers that I've heard of before. I'm not very interested in going to hear someone whose name I don't know, even if I find out that she's really famous and my head has just been in a hole somewhere.
A reasonable price? That's a tough one. Fair prices are usually much more than I can afford to pay, especially these days. I've been to three conferences in the past year, and I paid $10, $7, and then the last was free. (Isn't that a great trend?) Seriously, though, our church is hosting one with Renee next month, and we're charging $10 and including a light breakfast and boxed lunch.
I love the way that you are able to turn the asking of a question into a whole story! That always makes me laugh and brightens my morning. Thanks! :-)
Lisa, I think when my perceived need lines up with a conference's promised delivery it's a winner for me. I also am drawn to a conference that seems well planned out, thought out and carried out. I want it to be worth my money! And while I do like to hear a "big name speaker" or two, I don't want them all to be people who are overly familiar to me. I crave a new voice every now and then.
I like a conference to seem like it's one step ahead of me, know what I mean? I want the breakouts and sessions and topics to be on things that interest me and appeal to me, but I also want them to have descriptions that imply they've thought about this a little more than I have. I'm really turned off when everything on the agenda seems like something I could have come up with myself. I want fresh, innovative, step-ahead-of-me thinking.
The price I'll pay for a one-day conference probably varies depending on the level of expertise I'll be getting, the add-ons (like books, food, interaction time, etc.), and the subject. If it's something I can't get from just anywhere - a writer's conference or a bloggers conference - I might pay more. If it's just a generic women's conference I may not be inclined to pay as much. I guess I want specialization!
Hope that helps and good luck with your message!
Kay
I hear about events primarily thru the internet via blogs or forums for specific groups i.e. mothering, children ministers, parents,etc.or if I am on the mailing list for a recurring conference.
The thing that draws me the most is the speakers. Followed by the need to be refueled. I seriously consider or wish I could attend conferences that feature speakers/writers I have respect for and feel to be very credible in their area or topic (women, mothering, children's ministry)
I have attended one particular conference over the past 10 or so years and in recent years been discouraged afterwards. I was excited or even hungry to hear the wisdom and encouragement and challenge from certain speakers but the conference's pleas (commercials) for sponsoring their ministries or charitable ministries takes a large portion of the weekend and leaves the speakers and the worship music with less time.
For me to be absent from my home for a weekend, I want to walk away fed and satisfied. I know that sounds selfish, but I spend so much of my time taking care of and serving others, I look forward to being refueled during conferences.
For a one day conference, I would be more enticed if the cost was less than $75-as I also have to factor in travel and lodging.
ml4estsmommy@yahoo.com
Conferences...
I love 'em! Christian conferences, educational conferences, shoot...I even went to a Star Trek conference with my husband once...not sure I liked that one that much, but it was certainly interesting!
When I think of conferences, I think of some other "c" words: comradery, congruence, common ground.
Conferences give me a chance to get a fresh perspective on things in the company of others who share my same passion.
Christian women's conferences draw women of all shapes, sizes, and backgrounds and allow us to truly feel our sisterhood-in-Christ. We can gather at Christ's feet as funny, vibrant, passionate leaders are used by Him to pour fresh new life in our crinkled cups.
Conferences? I love 'em!
I personally usually go to conferences that the ladies of my church would be attending. Not sure how they come to the conclusion on which to attend. But if there is a group of ladies going...I love going. Allows us to get to know the ladies of the church b/c we are usually in the same hotel room. Or if the conference was in my town or an hour away...I would drive to it by myself. Pretty much any conference that I know would help my walk with the Lord. I usually hear of them on the Christian radio stations.
I hear about most events locally through our PLR station. I think a Fifty dollar price point.
I would be drawn to a conference if I knew the speaker.. (and in our case, I hear YOU on PLR so those listeners would know you!)..
Lysa, if you came to GA I would be surely get there if at all possible. I look for conferences that offer a chance to hear from God and get something pertinent to my everyday life--something I can take back use and share. I am looking for inspiration and motivation from a down to earth person just like me. Someone who says "Hey we (women) go through the same things. But as Christian women we get through them in a different way." As for price, $50 would be a fair price and perhaps not so prohibitive. I usually hear about things through emails or mail flyers. Then we put the announcement in our church bulletin.
Blessings,
I would most likely hear about a conference via the Christian radio station and/or Blogs.
Under 50$ anything higher and I usually let it slide right back out of my mind. With several kids (half of them are foster kids) money is constantly flying out the door for 'frivilous' stuff.
Topics that would catch my eye, would be how God uses women in ministry. How a male focused faith actually includes God created women. Including humor is always a plus.
What draws me most, to be painfully and lazily honest, is a promise of rest. I do desire to be motivated and challenged and used mightily by God. However, life in general provides lots of opportunities for challenge! So, what I truly hunger for is encouragement; permission to sit, to listen, and to be filled. I long for someone to relate, and to affirm. I want to "set down my load" and gain the strength to pick it all up again with joy.
THEN, after that need is met, I feel ready to be inspired and challenged once again. :)
$50 - $75 is my price point.
I hear of events primarily from blogs and mailings.
Thanks for the opportunity to offer input!
Despite my history of stalking you, I'm not a big conference goer. (goer?) Anyway, I don't like things to be super "girly" or "fluffy"...I like spiritually rich conferences where I soak and absorb and leave changed. I love fantastic worship (but I'm a singer/worship team member, so that's just my thing)
But the name is always the biggest draw. Usually, I will read a book or hear someone on the radio before I go.
It has to be someone really, really good for me to take precious time away from my family and spend money.
And speaking of money...it just depends. I don't have a set fee that I'm comfortable with.
Sandy
My number one reason for going to a conference is to hear from people I admire and to be lifted up by their wisdom. The cost of a day that would work for most is about $50 - $75, I think.
I most often hear about things by word of mouth, but I do a lot of internet stuff. Email annoucements are fabulous.
I would choose to go for several reasons:
1.The speaker and topic. I don't have to be familiar with the speaker.
2. The people I will be with. I prefer to go with at least one friend.
It doesn't matter to me how I hear about it. My price point for one day would be about $50 not including lunch. There would have to be an above-average package to pay more.
Lysa,
I confess, I am a confrence groupie. I just love being with women and learning from them. Any wonder I am a blogger?
But alas... there are limits. Usually with timing or finance. But I have my ONE confrence that I attend every year because God has done more in my heart there than anywhere else. Set Apart. I think it is $70. for the two days.
Now that I have been to She Speaks, I would make that yearly if not for the cost of flying & confrence...(this is not flattery! It's true!! I gleaned alot and want to come back!)
Can I just say that so many people are hurting right now in this horrible economy and although I have a great personal realtionship with the Lord, many don't. Many people are really trying to tune in to God or come closer to Him but many of us don't have much money right now. I think the bare minimum should be charged and then an offering taken. I don't attend conferences because I can't afford them. Which is really frustrating because I want so badly to become closer to God but if feels like "have nots" are just shut out from all of the wonderful teachings that must be paid for. I always miss out on everything for the last 2 years due to a layoff that we are still recovering from. I would suggest the price should be at a minimum during these times. I was shocked to see people pay $50 to $100 for a conference. That seems insane to me. I am not trying to be insulting but can you see Jesus, the ultimate speaker charging admittance? I just always thought offerings were taken up like they do when someone comes to speak at our Church. NO fee, just an offering. Obviously I must be incorrect in my thinking because I think I am the only one who posted in this manner. I just personally think it's wrong to keep hearing something that could be so valuable to their soul because they don't have enough money to walk in the door. Well, since I had no idea fees to attend were so high I guess I would never attend a conference because it would make me mad that the fee to get in to hear the word of God is about the same price as it is to go see Madonna (who I would also never pay to see). Boy, I am going to assume here that the cost of putting on conferences must be really big. I still think having offerings only and selling materials is the only way to go. Call me crazy. I just can't imagine charging prices that keep so many people from hearing things that can bring them closer to God. Well, that said I do love your blog and your devotionals. I love the Proverbs 31 ministry and I was just offering up my honest thoughts. I guess I'll just stick to hearing speakers that come to the Church, there is no set price and all can come.
Oh sweet anonymous from above,
If I ever come to your area to speak and you can't afford a ticket, please let me know. I will personally cover the cost for you.
How it applies to my life or ministry that I am serving in.
Who is speaking.
Then cost.
When I was served in MOPS leadership, I went to the MOPS conferences every year because it was important that I learn how to serve best in that area.
I truly miss those conferences (they were a blast) but God has taken me a different direction in serving and I need to be open to what he needs me to hear now - as it applies to my ministry now.
ie: I'm serving in small group leadership now, so I went to Willow's Small Group Life Conference.
I LOVE She Speaks and am trying very hard to get there on the Women's Leadership track this year. Last year, I went without clear direction.
Why go? I think for most of your bloggers it would be content-focused. We want something that feeds us spiritually. But honestly, I think it depends on the audience you're trying to reach. I was at the Houston conference you did with KSBJ earlier this year and I have to say, I think most of the ladies were there for the WHO (did you see all those flash bulbs when Kate went on stage?) not that WHAT. So obviously the speakers' recognizablability (is that a word?) plays a big role along with their topic.
Price point? Somewhere under $100 is OK I think for a one-day unless you're going to do something extravagant like feed me :)
Other thoughts? I live in Houston so other things I consider are the location...how far across town is it, is it in a decent part of town at a church I know how to get to or can find out how to get to relatively easily, will it be at a time of day where I have to fight traffic to get there, will it be at a time of day where there are huge family issues
Marketing? Most of the time it is primarily e-mail or radio for me. Church-promoted events would also carry big weight or one mentioned by a friend.
One thing that really draws me to conferences is the speakers if I know there names and have heard them before helps. I think one thing I love about womens conferences is knowing that other women are struggling like I am and what they maybe did that helped them out. Fear and all that inclueds is a big thing for me. I love to gain wisdom from others about how God says to work through fear. I also feel like I'm failing I'm not succeeding in my christian walk like others because I still struggle with fear or doubt once in a while, It's nice to hear a speaker reenforce that your issues whatever they are will be a struggle forever but the struggle will become smaller and smaller your not an terrible shameful person if you fall of the fear wagon one night when you hear a noise outside and your by yourself or when your doctor calls and say they need to run a couple test. It's nice to hear that God will still be there when that moment of fear creeps in. How do we recognize that moment and what do we do to pull ourselves out of that moment, in addition to prayer. Prayer alone doesn't always work, what is the next step. I would like to hear a speaker who steps us through A-Z instead of just A and maybe B. That is what I would like to hear from a speaker if that made sense.
The thing that draws me to a conference is the corporate worship with other women. The main reason is to really hear God speak to me & how to love Him more. I think in today's economy $25-$30 is a stretch for a lot of people. If lunch is included I would pay $35 but no more. Thanks for being such a blessing & being yourself.
Well, Lysa, I go to Heart At Home in Rochester, MN each year because I know that I will be renewed and refreshed not only as a mommy (which is one great big, important job!), but also in my spiritual walk with the Lord. Otherwise, I went to the Set Apart conference at NWC because I saw the link on your website, checked it out and thought it sounded good. I was excited because I knew YOU were going to be there and you have a way of speaking God's truth right to my heart. Really it's all about being encouraged, refreshed, renewed and refueled spiritually.
Otherwise, I think the speakers are the biggest draw for me.
I drove over 2 hours to go to Set Apart.
I would pay $40 or $50 for a one day event, but it would be better if it were less expensive.
Looking forward to reading all these comments because we are in the midst of planning and organizing a women's conference called Rise & Shine right now!! Renee Swope from your P31 team is going to be our keynote speaker. We're so excited!!
Thank you so much for sharing on your blog. It is such a wonderful blessing to me!
May the glory of the Lord shine upon you today!
Well, Lysa, I go to Heart At Home in Rochester, MN each year because I know that I will be renewed and refreshed not only as a mommy (which is one great big, important job!), but also in my spiritual walk with the Lord. Otherwise, I went to the Set Apart conference at NWC because I saw the link on your website, checked it out and thought it sounded good. I was excited because I knew YOU were going to be there and you have a way of speaking God's truth right to my heart. Really it's all about being encouraged, refreshed, renewed and refueled spiritually.
Otherwise, I think the speakers are the biggest draw for me.
I drove over 2 hours to go to Set Apart.
I would pay $40 or $50 for a one day event, but it would be better if it were less expensive.
Looking forward to reading all these comments because we are in the midst of planning and organizing a women's conference called Rise & Shine right now!! Renee Swope from your P31 team is going to be our keynote speaker. We're so excited!!
Thank you so much for sharing on your blog. It is such a wonderful blessing to me!
May the glory of the Lord shine upon you today!
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