Schedule
Welcome to our 3-day conference schedule! The event kicks off with pre-conferences on Monday and the first main session on Tuesday morning. Enjoy a range of engaging workshops, keynotes, and networking opportunities. The Synod Business Meeting will be held on Thursday. The full schedule will be printed on the back of your name badge for easy reference. We look forward to a fantastic week together!
Monday
February 2nd
9:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Check-In Open |
1:00 PM |
Pre-Conferences Start (unless otherwise noted) |
7:00 PM |
Children, Family, and Youth Ministry Leader Networking Event See details below (No registration required) |
7:00 PM |
ECO Ordination Candidates Networking Event See details below (No registration required) |
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
ECO-Pakistan Network Gathering Join an informal gathering of those interested in learning more about the ministry of the Board of Education of the Pakistan Presbyterian Church to educate girls in this difficult context. Restaurant location TBD. No pre-registration needed. For details, contact Cheryl Burke at 678-697-6454 or cheryl@friendsofpeb.org. |
Children, Family, and Youth Ministry Leaders Networking Event
Join fellow children, family, and youth ministry leaders for a relaxed time to connect. Meet others from around the country, share ideas, and kick off the week with encouragement and community.
Monday | 7:00 PM | Pulse Bar
(Inside the Atlanta Marriott Marquis)
Ordination Candidates
Networking Event
Come meet other ordination candidates from across ECO for a casual gathering. Take time to connect, share your journey, and start the week building new relationships.
Monday | 7:00 PM | High Velocity
(Inside the Atlanta Marriott Marquis)
Tuesday
February 3rd
7:30 AM |
Flourish Institute of Theology Breakfast (Invite Only) |
9:00 AM |
Main Session #1
11:00 AM |
Breakout Session #1
12:00 PM |
Lunch (on your own)
12:45 PM |
Special Interest Groups (see options below) Go grab some lunch and bring it back for more learning and discussion! View options at the bottom of the page. |
2:00 PM |
Main Session #2
4:00 PM |
Breakout Session #2
5:30 PM |
Dinner (provided)
6:30 PM |
Worship |
7:30 PM |
Fun Fellowship Night |
8:30 PM |
End of Gathering Day 1 |
Tuesday Lunch Special Interest Groups
Children / Youth / Family
This is How We Do It...Children and worship! Join fellow children’s ministry leaders for a casual lunch discussion focused on worship experiences for kids. This is a chance to share ideas, ask questions, and get inspired by what others are doing in their churches—from creative formats to spiritual formation practices that actually work.
Tuesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Support for Family and Friends of LGBTQ Loved Ones
Family and Friends of LGBTQ loved ones need at least 3 things: A safe confidential environment to explore emotions/situations, helpful resources that can assist and an opportunity to share with others who might be in similar/longer places in the process. Come to this confidential space to explore loving with openhearted grace while not compromising God's truth. Hosted by Scott Kingry, Program Director, Where Grace Abounds.
Tuesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
We will meet both days at lunch, so feel free to join us either today or Wednesday, or both!
Leadership Development
Whether you're discerning a call to ECO Ordination or already in process, come connect with the Ordination Team for lunch, guidance, and conversation.
Tuesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Creative Arts & Worship
Worship leaders! Join us for a small group casual lunch conversation with Jeff and Jourdan Johnson, worship pastors at Passion City Church in Atlanta—one of the key ministries under the broader Passion Conferences movement. With 25+ years in ministry, they have led worship in churches, on college campuses, and at student events nationwide. This is a unique opportunity to get to know Jeff and Jourdan and gain some wisdom from them. You'll have fun and leave encouraged - guaranteed! This lunch will be limited to 15 attendees.
If you register as a worship leader, you’ll receive a sign-up email before the gathering.
Tuesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Global Engagement
Ministry to Immigrants: Are you confused by all the discussion related to immigration here in the USA? Come learn about the legal landscape surrounding immigration and how churches can minister to those who come to our country with Christ-like love.
Led by Daniel Yang, World Relief
Tuesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Wednesday
February 4th
8:30 AM |
Presbytery Meetings |
8:30 AM |
Pastor Spouses Breakfast |
10:30 AM |
Main Session #3
12:00 PM |
Lunch (on your own)
12:45 PM |
Special Interest Groups (View options below) Go grab some lunch and bring it back for more learning and discussion! View options at the bottom of the page. |
2:00 PM |
Breakout Session #3
3:30 PM |
Main Session #4
5:00 PM |
Dinner (on your own) / End of Gathering Day 2
5:30 PM |
Global Engagement Dinner (Paid Add-On) - See details below |
Wednesday Lunch Special Interest Groups
Children / Youth / Family
This is How We Do It...Confirmation! Youth Leaders - you are invited to join us for an informal and engaging discussion centered on one big question: “What are you doing for Confirmation at your church?” We'll swap ideas, share challenges, and get inspired by what others are doing in their confirmation programs. Whether you're using a traditional curriculum, creating your own content, or reimagining the whole process, this is a chance to connect with others who are navigating the same questions.
Wednesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Global Engagement
Do you have a role in leading your church's global missions ministry? Bring your lunch and gather for an informal time of connection and conversation among church mission leaders from around ECO. The lunch will be convened by Rev. Dr. Brian Stewart, ECO's Director of Global Engagement.
Wednesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Support for Family and Friends of LGBTQ Loved Ones
Family and Friends of LGBTQ loved ones need at least 3 things: A safe confidential environment to explore emotions/situations, helpful resources that can assist and an opportunity to share with others who might be in similar/longer places in the process. Come to this confidential space to explore loving with openhearted grace while not compromising God's truth. Hosted by Scott Kingry, Program Director, Where Grace Abounds.
Wednesday | 12:45 PM - 1:45 PM
Global Engagement Dinner
Borderless Calling: Why Global Mass Displacement is the GREAT Great Commission Cause (Paid Add-On)
Daniel Yang, National Director of Churches of Welcome, World Relief
$40
Wednesday 5:30 PM
Space is limited. You may add this dinner to your registration while availability lasts.
Thursday
February 5th
7:00 AM |
Synod Business Meeting Check In Opens |
7:45 AM |
Synod Business Meeting Check In Closes |
8:00 AM |
Synod Business Meeting Starts |
12:00 PM |
Synod Business Meeting Anticipated End |
12:00 PM |
