Below are the conferences I know are happening in 2026 that are specifically focused on Student and/or NextGen Ministry leaders. Please note: Not all events have posted their 2026 dates yet, so until they do, I have noted when they typically have them. Conclave NextGen • Usually in October (Arlington, TX)https://www.texasbaptists.org/events/conclave D6 Conference • March … Continue reading Youth Pastor Conferences 2026
Serving New Youth Leaders with DYM
This week, I headed out to Southern California to serve at Download Youth Ministry’s “Your First Decade in Youth Ministry Conference” alongside several other friends in ministry from all over the country (all veteran youth leaders). I led a group throughout the week and had several conversations with these newer youth leaders about practical ministry … Continue reading Serving New Youth Leaders with DYM
The Orange Tour Online Returns on March 6, 2012
Have you been interested in the Orange Conference? Have you not had the chance to attend an Orange Tour? Do you wish they had another option for those who cannot make either of those options? Well, you in luck! Be sure to check out the Orange Tour Online on March 6, 2012, from 1:00-3:45pm. Expect … Continue reading The Orange Tour Online Returns on March 6, 2012
Orange Conference – Moving Forward
Almost 3 weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the Orange Conference. This was my first conference in several years, and I was very excited to attend. My experience, though, surpassed my expectations. I have already shared my notes from each day on my blog, but I wanted to share some ideas I have on how … Continue reading Orange Conference – Moving Forward
Orange Recap #2
Today was our second day of the Orange Conference. It started off a bit slow, with a great breakfast at the hotel (biscuits & gravy, eggs, etc). When we finally got to the arena, I was completely at home again. I seriously love conferences, and I had not been to one in so long, I … Continue reading Orange Recap #2
Seeing Orange
Tomorrow, I will be heading off to Atlanta, GA, for the ORANGE CONFERENCE. This is a time for those of us in ministry to focus more on partnering with families. So often, in the church, we have compartmentalized our ministries. At the same time, we have tried to operate separately from the God-instituted family. The … Continue reading Seeing Orange
Steve Cullum 