New Staff Onboarding (LuMin & UKirk): Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24.
Pre-Conference Meetings (TEC): Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24
LuMin Board & Facilitator Meeting: Monday, June 23 and Tuesday June 24
Earlybird Registration $260 (Deadline: March 15)
Regular Registration $300 (Final Registration Deadline: April 30)
Commuter Registration: $100
Partner / Displayer Registration: $400
We are delighted to announce a joint campus and young adult ministry staff conference, sponsored by LuMin, UKirk, and the Episcopal Church! Gather with colleagues from around the country from three denominations.
The annual staff conference offers time for education, collegial networking, and fellowship for campus and young adult ministry staff. You can expect uplifting worship, dynamic speakers, and relevant workshops, as well as an afternoon for experiential learning with local partners in St. Louis.
Got questions? Email the Conference Planning Team by clicking here.
All campus and young adult ministry professionals working in organizations related to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Presbyterian Church USA, and Episcopal Church are encouraged to attend! We are eager to welcome leaders of progressive campus and young adult ministries affiliated with other denominations as well. Our gathering will be enriched by the presence of representatives from partner organizations who support and collaborate with campus ministry.
Please note that this schedule is subject to change.
Please join us for one of the following preconference meetings!
Campus Ministry New Staff Onboarding (LuMin & UKirk): If you are a campus ministry staff person in your first three years of ministry and have not attended an onboarding, this is the gathering for you! New Staff will arrive in St. Louis in the evening on Sunday, June 22. An optional dinner and fellowship time will be organized for those who arrive by 7pm. We’ll start our day and a half of organized learning on Monday morning. Overnights on Sunday and Monday night, as well as meals from dinner Sunday through breakfast on Tuesday are included. There is no additional cost for this event.
UKirk Fundraising Cohort Training: UKirk Ministry Leaders who are participating in Fundraising Training Cohorts are invited to arrive early for an in-person gathering on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24. For more information, contact Rev. Gini Norris-Lane.
Episcopal Preconference: Rooted in Grace, Growing in Justice — The Justice & Joy Pre-Conference is designed for leaders who are new to their ministry settings (three years or less) and those seeking renewal and connection as they grow in their callings. Held on June 23-24, this gathering offers a sacred space to listen, learn, and build relationships with colleagues across the church. Through storytelling, reflection, and conversation, we will explore how to lead with resilience and navigate change. We will also connect with the wider network of ministers and resources available across the Episcopal Church and beyond. Whether you are stepping into your first call or looking to deepen your ministry in a changing world, you are welcome here.
ELCA Young Adult Regional Leader Meeting: Regional leaders of the ELCA Young Adult Ministry Network will gather on Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24. Housing will be provided beginning on Sunday, June 22 in the evening. For more information contact ELCA Young Adults.
LuMin Network In-Person Board & Facilitator Meeting: Members of the LuMin Board of Directors and Regional Facilitators are invited to gather before the conference. We will begin meeting in the early afternoon on Monday, June 23 and continue through the morning of Tuesday, June 24.
Check back soon for more information!
Nestled in the heart of the midwest, St. Louis offers a unique blend of history, innovation and vibrant culture. Known as the “Gateway to the West,” the city is home to world-class museums, diverse dining, and picturesque parks.
Washington University’s beautiful campus is centrally located near Forest Park, the St. Louis Art Museum, and Zoo. Its residential facilities and dining options are consistently rated among the best in the nation. Bethel Lutheran Church, located adjacent to campus, will host our opening and closing worship festivities.
Housing will be provided in Zetcher House, one of Washington University’s residential colleges. Housing will be in three or four person suites. Each person will enjoy a private bedroom, and each suite features a shared living space and bathroom.
I want to bring my family to St. Louis. Can they attend the conference with me?
We are happy for you to bring your spouse or family to St. Louis with you, but this year we are handling family registrations differently than in the past. We will not be providing couple / family housing. Couples or families wishing to stay together should register for the conference as commuters and book their own accommodations. There is hotel-style housing available on campus at the Charles F. Knight Center. Please note that all participants in the conference sessions and meals must be registered for the conference. We have secured a group block rate for conference attendees. Either use this registration link or mention Ecumenical Campus Ministry Conference when you register by phone.
Will there be parking available at Washington University if I drive to the conference? Yes, parking will be available at WashU for $9 per day. You do not need to reserve parking in advance. All conference participants will receive a link via email the week before the conference with instructions about parking.
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