The Conference SCHEDULE
Monday
Sept 23
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Early Check-In
Exhibit Hall Early Access
6:30 PM
KidMin Academy Reception
6:30 PM
“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Movie Premiere [RSVP here]
Tuesday
Sept 24
8:00 - 9:00 AM
Check-In
Exhibit Hall Open
9:00 AM
Main Stage #1
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
11:00 AM
Breakout Session #1
12:00 PM
Grab a Meal
(Meal Pass Required)
12:30 PM
Breakout Session #2
(Bring Your Lunch)
1:30 PM
Flex Time (See Below For More Info)
3:30 PM
Breakout Session #3
4:30 PM
Grab a Meal
(Meal Pass Required)
5:00 PM
Breakout Session #4
(Bring Your Dinner)
6:30 PM
Main Stage #2
8:00 PM
Group's Team Family After-Party
Wednesday
Sept 25
9:00 AM
Main Stage #3
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
11:00 AM
Breakout Session #5
12:00 PM
Grab a Meal
(Meal Pass Required)
12:30 PM
Breakout Session #6
(Bring Your Lunch)
1:30 PM
Flex Time (See Below For More Info)
3:30 PM
Breakout Session #7
4:30 PM
Grab a Meal
(Meal Pass Required)
5:00 PM
Breakout Session #8
(Bring Your Dinner)
6:30 PM
Main Stage #4
8:00 PM
TruPlay Game After-Party
8:00 - 9:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Thursday
Sept 26
9:00 AM
Main Stage #5
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
11:00 AM
Breakout Session #9
12:00 PM
Grab a Meal
(Meal Pass Required)
12:30 PM
Breakout Session #10
(Bring Your Lunch)
2:00 PM
Main Stage #6
Car Giveaway
3:30 PM
Conference Ends
flex time options
Flex Time is your opportunity to tailor the conference experience. Explore our conference store, engage with ministry partners, connect with peers, attend product demos, or opt for additional networking and training sessions! Below are some additional networking and training sessions we have planned for you during this time.
Tue (1:30 PM - 2:15 PM)
The Sing God’s Word Party hosted by Seeds Kids Worship and Church Visuals: Come and learn how to elevate the worship experience in your children's ministry with engaging and meaningful worship ideas.
Tue (2:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
Seasons of Transition Guided Roundtable Discussions: Find encouragement and support if you find yourself in a season of transition, and connect with others experiencing similar changes.
Young Leaders Meet Up: Network and share experiences with fellow young leaders in children's ministry.
Bi-Vocational Leaders Meet Up: Connect with other bi-vocational leaders and discuss the unique challenges and opportunities you face.
Early Childhood Leaders Meet Up: Gather with early childhood ministry leaders to share insights and strategies for effectively ministering to young children.
I Love Kidmin Video Testimonies: Pop in anytime and share your passion for KidzMatter and children's ministry by recording a short testimonial with our video crew.
WED (1:30 PM - 2:00 PM)
Worship & Reflection Experience: Join us for a special time of prayer, reflection, and worship to refresh your spirit and refocus your ministry.
Small Church Leaders Meet Up: Discuss the unique dynamics and strategies of leading a children's ministry in a small church setting.
Mega Church Leaders Meet Up: Share experiences and ideas with leaders from large church ministries.
Special Needs Ministry Meet Up: Engage with others passionate about special needs ministry and learn how to better serve these children and their families.
Creative Arts Ministry Meet Up: Connect with creative arts leaders and explore innovative ways to incorporate arts into your children's ministry.
Latino Leaders Meet Up: Join us for the Latino Leaders Meet Up to connect, share experiences, and explore strategies for impactful ministry within the Latino community.
I Love Kidmin Video Testimonies: Pop in anytime and share your passion for KidzMatter and children's ministry by recording a short testimonial with our video crew.
WED (2:30 PM - 3:00 PM)
KidzMatter Authors Book Signing: Meet Ryan and Beth Frank along with our incredible KidzMatter book authors and get their latest books signed.
KidMin Newbies Meet Up: New to children's ministry? Meet other newcomers and get tips and advice to help you succeed.
KidMin Veteran Meet Up: Share your wisdom and experiences with other seasoned children's ministry leaders.
I Wear Two Hats! StudentMin/KidMin Leaders Meet Up: Balancing roles in both student and children's ministry? Connect with others who do the same and share strategies for success.
So, You Want to Write a Book? Meet our Book Publishing Director to get practical advice and inspiration if you're interested in writing and publishing a book for children's ministry.
I Love Kidmin Video Testimonies: Pop in anytime and share your passion for KidzMatter and children's ministry by recording a short testimonial with our video crew.