ETCH NextGen Ministry Conference

Join us for ETCH 2022!

ETCH NextGen Ministry Conference will excite, inspire, and engage your Kids, Student, NextGen, and Family Ministry teams.

At ETCH you can expect:

  • inspiring main session speakers and heartfelt worship
  • training designed for your specific ministry needs
  • meaningful moments together with your team

Make plans to join us this October.

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EVENT INFORMATION

October 3–5, 2022 | Nashville, TN
Music City Center

As ministry leaders, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking our identity is wrapped up solely in what we do. “I’m the children’s minister.” “I’m the student pastor.” We all need the reminder that our identity is not in what we do, but in Whose we are. You were uniquely created and masterfully designed by a God who knows you completely. He calls you His own. He called you to Himself and He called you to serve Him. He calls you by name.

God has made you who you are and placed where you are for a reason. At ETCH, you’ll find a community of calling as you worship, celebrate, and connect with others who’ve been called to the same work. You’ll come away refreshed and encouraged in your calling. You’ll learn from ministry experts who will help you sharpen your skills and equip you for ministry in your local context.

Event Location:
Music City Center, 201 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203

Pricing

INDIVIDUAL
EARLY BIRD RATE

$299.99

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Early Bird rate good through 6/30

GROUPS 4–9
EARLY BIRD RATE

$274.99/ea

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Early Bird rate good through 6/30

GROUPS 10+
EARLY BIRD RATE

$264.99/ea

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Early Bird rate good through 6/30

SPEAKERS

Learn more about this year’s speakers.

David Thomas & Sissy Goff

Authors and Speakers

Katy Boatman

Author, Sr. Copywriter and Content Manager at IF:GATHERING

Ricky Chelette

Executive Director of Living Hope Ministries

More to be announced soon!

Pre-Conference

New2Ministry 

Wildly practical training specifically designed for new ministers—FREE with ETCH registration! New2Ministry is a 1-day intensive for new preschool, kids, and student ministers who’ve been in their position two years or less. Intended for professional church staff (not volunteers). Advance registration required. Space is limited to maximize networking opportunities. 9am–4pm Monday, Oct. 3rd (lunch and dinner included). 

At New2Ministry, we’ll help you learn to:

  • Examine your ministry philosophy
  • Communicate vision
  • Build a healthy ministry
  • Develop new leaders
  • And more!

Pre-Cons
(Monday, Oct. 3rd, 2:00-5:00pm // check-in begins at 1:00pm)

Mental Health in Ministry — David Thomas & Sissy Goff
Mental health issues impact not only the kids, students, and families in your ministry but also your own personal health. In this 3-hour session, licensed professional counselors will explore the issues plaguing today’s kids & teens—anxiety, depression, loneliness, etc. and give practical tools to help you respond effectively. You’ll also learn some best practices for safeguarding your own mental health when ministry is draining.

Raising Gender Healthy Kids & Teens in a Gender Confused World—Ricky Chelette
Did you know there are over 100 gender identities?  Did you know that men can have babies? Did you know that there is no cultural definition for a woman or a man?  How do Christian leaders respond with compassion, understanding, and God’s truth in such a confused and conflicted world?  In this seminar you will discover why many people feel the way they do and how you can respond. You’ll also discover some of the root causes of our current cultural crisis and how you can make a difference with the kids and teens you serve.

Pre-Conference

New2Ministry 

Wildly practical training specifically designed for new ministers—FREE with ETCH registration! New2Ministry is a 1-day intensive for new preschool, kids, and student ministers who’ve been in their position two years or less. Intended for professional church staff (not volunteers). Advance registration required. Space is limited to maximize networking opportunities. 9am–4pm Monday, Oct. 3rd (lunch and dinner included). 

At New2Ministry, we’ll help you learn to:

  • Examine your ministry philosophy
  • Communicate vision
  • Build a healthy ministry
  • Develop new leaders
  • And more!

Pre-Cons
(Monday, Oct. 3rd, 2:00-5:00pm // check-in begins at 1:00pm)

Mental Health in Ministry — David Thomas & Sissy Goff
Mental health issues impact not only the kids, students, and families in your ministry but also your own personal health. In this 3-hour session, licensed professional counselors will explore the issues plaguing today’s kids & teens—anxiety, depression, loneliness, etc. and give practical tools to help you respond effectively. You’ll also learn some best practices for safeguarding your own mental health when ministry is draining.

Raising Gender Healthy Kids & Teens in a Gender Confused World—Ricky Chelette
Did you know there are over 100 gender identities?  Did you know that men can have babies? Did you know that there is no cultural definition for a woman or a man?  How do Christian leaders respond with compassion, understanding, and God’s truth in such a confused and conflicted world?  In this seminar you will discover why many people feel the way they do and how you can respond. You’ll also discover some of the root causes of our current cultural crisis and how you can make a difference with the kids and teens you serve.

Schedule

9:00am — New2Ministry Check In
9:30am— New2Ministry Begins
1:00pm — Check In Begins for Precons (additional fee applies)
2–5:00pm — Precon Intensives
4:00pm — ETCH Check In Begins  
4:30pm — ETCH Market / Solutions Zone Open
6:30pm — Main Session 1 

8:30am — Doors Open 
9:00am — Main Session 2 
10:30am — Breakout 1
11:30am — LUNCH 
1:00pm — Breakout 2  
2:15pm — Breakout 3 
3:15pm — ETCH Hangout / ETCH Market & Solutions Zone Open 
4:00pm — Main Session 3 
5:30pm — Nash Bash (evening on the town)

8:00am — Doors Open / Morning Break 
9:00am — Breakout 4 
10:00am — Breakout 5 
11:15am — Main Session 4 
12:00pm — DISMISS 

Hotels

Holiday Inn Express          

920 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

Rate: $229 (Single/Double)
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Discounted Parking ($30)
Distance from venue: 5 blocks
Cutoff Date: 9/2/22
Reservations: 877-666-3243 
Mention: Lifeway ETCH

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Hampton Inn Capitol View

530 11th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203

Rate: $209
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Parking
Distance from venue: 1.3 miles
Cutoff Date: 8/19/22
Reservations: 615-780-2000 
Use code: LET

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Holiday Inn Vanderbilt

2613 West End Ave Nashville TN 37203

Rate: $179
Included: Shuttle, Discounted Parking ($15)
Distance from venue: 2 miles
Cutoff Date: 9/2/22
Reservations: 1-877-327-4707
Mention: ETCH Family Ministry Conference

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Home2 Suites Downtown

500 5th Ave S A.Nashville, TN 37203

Rate: $219 (King Only)
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Discounted Parking ($39)
Distance from venue: 1 block
Cutoff Date: 9/2/22
Reservations: 629-255-0300
Mention: Lifeway ETCH

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Tru by Hilton Downtown

500 5th Ave S A.Nashville, TN 37203

Rate: $219 (2 Queens)
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Discounted Parking ($39)
Distance from venue: 1 block
Cutoff Date: 9/2/22
Reservations: 629-255-0300 
Mention: Lifeway ETCH

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Farfield Inn Vanderbilt

109 29th Ave N Nashville, TN 37203

Rate: $179
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Discounted Parking ($20)
Distance from venue: 2.3 miles
Cutoff Date: 9/2/22
Reservations: 629-216-2331 

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Faifield Inn MetroCenter

100 French Landing Dr Nashville TN 37228

Rate: $179
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Parking
Distance from venue: 2.6 miles
Cutoff Date: 9/7/22
Reservations: 615-432-4677

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Home2 Suites MetroCenter

410 Dominican Dr Nashville TN 37228

Rate: $169 (Single w/ Pullout Sofa)
Included: Breakfast, WiFi, Parking
Distance from venue: 2.6 miles
Cutoff Date: 9/7/22
Reservations: 615-985-7444

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