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Why
PreConference?
Add PreConference to your agenda and take a deep dive into one of four powerful intensives. Your ministry will leap forward when you spend intentional time working on key areas of impact.
When else do you get to focus exclusively on your learning? PreConference offers one more powerful way to maximize the transformation you bring home to your church.
Sessions
1 - Leading Yourself: A Course to Becoming the Leader Your Church Needs
Leadership is an art and sometimes the messiest part is leading the person in the mirror. In this transformative course, Drew Hyun, Emotionally Healthy Leader certified teacher and founding pastor of Hope Church NYC, will explore how emotional health is the foundation of spiritual leadership.
Learn how to cultivate key personal leadership disciplines and lead from a place of integrity. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to ministry, this session will equip you with practical tools to navigate challenges, foster healthy relationships, and inspire your church and community.
2 - Working Genius: A Course to Better Understand Your Gifts, Your Frustrations, and Your Team
Unlock a deeper understanding of how you and your team work best in this insightful course led by Cindy Fiala. Based on Patrick Lencioni’s “Working Genius” framework, this session will help you identify your unique gifts and uncover the areas that lead to frustration in your work.
By recognizing the different strengths and challenges within your team, you’ll be able to foster more collaboration, increase productivity, and improve overall team dynamics. Whether you’re a leader or part of a team, this workshop will provide practical tools to help you practice that Art of WE with your team.
3 - Plan Your Year: A Course to Create an On-Page, On-Purpose Ministry Calendar
Get ready to roll up your sleeves in this hands-on, interactive course with Shane Sanchez and Jackie Raihl. Designed like a science lab—not a lecture—this course will guide you step-by-step through building a strategic ministry calendar for the entire year. With a focus on being both intentional and practical, you’ll leave with an “on-page, on-purpose” plan tailored to your ministry’s unique goals and rhythms for 2025 and beyond.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just beginning to organize your ministry, this session offers practical tools and real-time collaboration to help you strategically plan a successful and impactful year.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just beginning to organize your ministry, this session offers practical tools and real-time collaboration to help you strategically plan a successful and impactful year.
4 - Orange Curriculum Power-User Courses
Become an expert in leveraging the full potential of any Orange Curriculum you use in this comprehensive certification course. Guided by Orange curriculum team members and designed for both leaders and educators, this course will walk you through the seven key segments of the curriculum, offering an in-depth experience of how it works—both in the church and at home.
By the end of the course, you’ll not only master essential content like theology, folder structures, and monthly planning, but you’ll also be prepared to train others in your church. Gain the confidence and tools to pass on your knowledge and help your team become power-users of First Look, 252 Kids, or XP3 Students, ensuring a cohesive, impactful ministry experience from church to home.
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FAQ
For now, purchase your ticket to lock in your rate. When the Orange Conference agenda launches — you’ll be able to go in and select one of four labs and save your seat.
Yes, PreConference is an optional add-on to your Orange Conference ticket. At registration — select the add-on PreConference ticket after you’ve selected your in-person ticket. Already purchased? Reach out and we’d love to help add it to your ticket!
We love meetups, and you don’t have to miss a thing! This year, meetups are intentionally spread throughout the three days. You can attend PreConference and still join a meetup during the event.