UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Clergy Renewal
October 8, 2026 Rehoboth Church 6911 Two Notch Rd., Columbia, SC 29223
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Our guest speaker is Peter Pereira. Peter and Esther Pereira, founders of Hope for Today, serve Southeast Asia by providing food, education, training, and the gospel to those in greatest need. Peter also partners with International Leadership Institute to train ministry leaders and spread the hope of Christ. Lunch is included.
ROOTED: STUDENT CONFERENCE
You and your students will not want to miss this!
Join us October 9–10, 2026 for an unforgettable weekend of worship, mission, and powerful connection with students and Youth Workers from across South Carolina. ROOTED is more than just a conference—it’s a space for students to encounter Jesus, be challenged in their faith, and build lasting community with one another all while having a ton of fun and serving together!
GUEST SPEAKERS:
Eleanor Cannon
Minister of Families and Worship at Cornerstone Church in West Columbia.
She has been serving in full time Youth and Family Ministries for 19 years, and is working her way through seminary and toward ordination! Eleanor has a passion for Jesus and for sharing His mercy and grace with others. She lives in Chapin with her husband, Jason, and three kids: Christian, Audrey and Ella. She loves worship, hiking, playing pranks and singing karaoke!
Bethany Stabler
Youth Leader and Outreach Coordinator at Aldersgate Methodist Church
Bethany has found a special joy in youth ministry and is passionate about sharing the love of Jesus through serving others in her church, community, and throughout the Global Methodist Church of South Carolina. She currently serves on the Youth Collective and is heavily involved in missions throughout the state.
Mike Smith
Pastor of Family Ministry at Covenant Church
He is currently finishing a Master's at United Theological Seminary. Mike is married 14 years and counting to his amazing wife, Chrissy, and has two incredible kiddos (Addie - 7th grader & Riley - 4th grader). He loves student ministry and has been serving students since 2011 both in Student Ministry and Collegiate Ministry. When he is not planning retreats, prepping a sermon, or writing papers for class, he loves to grill, watch documentaries, and attempts to fish.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- Navigating the Storm: Developing a biblical based mental framework for navigating the storms of life
- Culture vs. Christ: Building an identity on Christ when the world is wanting to mold you into something else
- Tools for Building: Practical steps and “tools” that are essential in building a faith that will last and strengthen over time
- Among the Nations: Looking at how a faith that is built to last can extend to the farthest parts of the world
- Leader Workshop: Conference Resources & Online Communication Stategies in Youth Ministry
Weekend Details:
Location - Covenant Church (Greer, SC)
Dates: October 9th - 10th, 2026
Open to Students / Youth Groups / Youth Leaders and Volunteers
Registration: $65.00
(Deposits can be put towards your final group total. Further details about registration can be found at the link below.)
Event Schedule
Friday - October 9th
7:00pm - Doors Open / Check-in / Registration
(Pizza Bar, Games and Activities, Music, FUN!)
8:00pm - Session 1
9:20pm - Church Group Time - Session Questions
10:00pm - Silent Disco Rave Party (neon themed - dress to party)
11:00pm - Head Back to Lodging/Hotels
Saturday - October 10th
9:00am - Doors Open / Late Check-In
10:00am - Session 2
11:15am - Church Group Time - Session Questions
11:45am - LUNCH (catered in)
12:45pm - Breakout Sessions 1 (sessions will end at 1:30pm)
1:45pm - Breakout Sessions 2
2:30pm - Mission Project
3:45pm - Session 3 (Closing)
5:00pm - Dismiss / Head Home
Worship - The “Why” and “How”
Join us for our Fall Enrichment to learn from Worship Scholar and Pastor Rev. Dr. Sterling Allen!
When: November 7 2026, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Rehoboth Methodist Church 6911 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
Registration: $10.00 includes lunch
Register and learn more and by clicking the link.
Round the Fire - Registration is Open! Stir the Fire Within, A Call to be Holy
Special Guest speakers: Heather Grabbs Rev. Kaleb Setzer Rev. Grace Marie Shaw Rev. Clayton Tovo You won't want to miss out!!
When: November 20 - 22, 2026. Where: Dogwood on Lake Norman Registration: $200.00 $50.00 per kiddo (5-11) / 5yr younger - $10.00 – for those Young Adults who want to bring the whole family
All Registrations and Full payment are due by October 31st.
Kids Camp
Bundle up and join us for an unforgettable Kids Camp designed especially for 3rd–5th Graders! This exciting retreat experience is packed with fun activities, meaningful friendships, and opportunities to grow in faith. Through engaging Bible lessons, energetic games, creative crafts, worship, and team-building opportunities, campers will discover how God's love shines through every season of life. Don't miss this amazing adventure!
When: December 4-6, 2026
Where: Look Up Lodge - Travelers Rest, SC
Who: 3rd-5th Graders and Their Adult Leaders
Early Bird Rate: $150 per person until October 18th.
$175 per person after October 18th.
$25 per person deposit option available for both ticket types.
Beyond These Walls Conference 2027
Beyond These Walls is a gathering for pastors, ministry leaders, mission leaders, and every believer who longs to see the Church fully alive to the Great Commission.
Hear from influential voices from across the Church and around the world who are passionate about seeing the Gospel advance. This is more than a conference. It is an invitation to lift your eyes, rediscover God’s heart for the world, and ask what could happen when ordinary believers are empowered to live on mission everywhere God sends them.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:
Our keynote speakers bring years of frontline experience, fresh perspective, and a shared conviction that the Church was created for mission. This year's conference features an amazing line up of Keynote Speakers: Todd Ahrend, Bishop Erika Crawford, Tim Fox, and Ed Stetzer.
“Look at the nations and watch— and be utterly amazed. For I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe, even if you were told." - Habakkuk 1:5
Be inspired. Be equipped. Be sent.
Conference Details
Location - The Woodlands Methodist Church
The Woodlands, Texas
Dates - Feb 25-27, 2027
Registration: $129