THRIVE Farmington Valley Conference

THRIVE Farmington Valley: Nov. 6-7

REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE

Valley Community Baptist Church is once again honored to be hosting THRIVE, a free two-day conference for Christians throughout Farmington Valley. In partnership with Vision New England and several other churches, we will explore the theme "Known: What's Your Story?"

What is THRIVE?

Join other Christians from around the region as we gather in unity to worship together, listen to inspiring speakers, and participate in breakout sessions designed to help you and your church to THRIVE. We will unite as we hear fresh ideas and collaborate with other believers, then disperse to our local church bodies with newfound insight and inspiration. Our session leaders are experts in their ministry or topic area, from around New England and the country.

Friday, November 6

UNITED NIGHT OF Worship at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary

The night begins with live music from a multi-church worship team, followed by a message from keynote speaker Mac Owen, Global Director of Celebrate Recovery. Mac and Mary Owen have devoted years to helping people discover freedom from the hurts, habits, and hang-ups that can keep them from experiencing the abundant life Christ offers. His ministry reflects a deep commitment to meeting people where they are, listening to their stories, and pointing them toward the transforming hope of Jesus Christ.

Saturday, November 7

DOORS OPEN at 7:30 A.M.

Registration, check-in, and a light continental breakfast.

WORSHIP AT 8:30 A.M.

Live music in the Sanctuary and details about the day.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS AT 9:15, 10:30, 12:30, and 1:15 P.M.

See the complete schedule below.

LUNCH AT 11:30 A.M.

Pre-purchased lunch option is closed; if you didn't sign up for lunch, please bring your own!

Breakout Tracks and Schedules

Make your own Breakout plan! Participants can attend just one session or several, and skip between tracks as you see fit.

"GOOD WORKS" Track in The Café

• 9:15 a.m.: Restoring Dignity: A Faith-Based Approach to Fighting Human Trafficking
• 10:30 a.m.: Practicing Counter-Cultural Love: How the Church Can Care for Immigrants in Our Community.
• 12:30 p.m.: Hidden in Plain Sight: Foster Care Ministry
• 1:45 p.m.: Technology and AI

"GOOD NEWS" Track in Room 305

• 9:15 a.m.: Beyond Our Church Walls: Effective Community Outreach in the Disability Community
• 10:30 a.m.: Your Story Matters: Sharing Your Faith One Life at a Time
• 12:30 p.m.: Reaching Out to the Deaf Community
• 1:45 p.m.: Your Story Matters: Sharing Your Faith One Life at a Time

"DISCIPLESHIP" Track in Room 207

• 9:15 a.m.: Church Mental Health Care: The Nature and Scope of a Critical Discipleship Issue
• 10:30 a.m.: Everyday Disciple-Making
• 12:30 p.m.: Mentored by the Psalms in Prayer
• 1:45 p.m.: Faith Doesn't Fear Questions

"RECOVERY" Track in The Venue

• 9:15 a.m.: Where Grief Meets Grace: Walking With Others Through Loss
• 10:30 a.m.: She Survived, Now Help Her Thrive
• 12:30 p.m.: Anger Doesn't Get to Decide
• 1:45 p.m.: Building a Recovery Culture in Your Church

What does it cost?

The conference is free. 

Who can attend?

The THRIVE conference is open to all followers of Jesus, regardless of your home church. You can attend the entire conference or just one of the breakout sessions that's of interest to you.

Childcare

Conference Partners

THRIVE Farmington Valley is organized by Vision New England and a consortium of organizations: 

180 Life Church
Bethany Lutheran Brethren Church
Chinese Baptist Church of Greater Hartford
Christ Community Church
Converge Northeast
Covenant Presbyterian (The Barn)
The First Church in Hartland
Legacy Church
New Life in Christ Fellowship
Pathway Church
Trinity Episcopal Church - Tariffville
Valley Brook Community Church
Valley Community Baptist Church
Wintonbury Church