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College Conference at Montreat 2009

January 2-5, 2009

Registration is now open!

He sat down opposite the treasury, and watched the crowd putting money into the treasury. Many rich people put in large sums. A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which are worth a penny. Then he called his disciples and said to them, Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the treasury. For all of them have contributed out of their abundance; but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on. —Mark 12:41–44

How do we respond to God’s outrageous generosity? Can we be a people of outrageous generosity? Watch the video…

keynote speakers

Tony Campolo

Tony Campolo

Tony Campolo is professor emeritus of sociology at Eastern University. For ten years he was on the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania. He is the founder and president of the Evangelical Association for the Promotion of Education. He has authored 35 books. Dr. Campolo is married to Peggy. They have two children, and four grandchildren.

Invisible Children

Invisible Children

One of our keynote sessions will be lead by representatives of Invisible Children. Invisible Children’s mission statement: Invisible Children improves the quality of life for war-affected children by providing access to quality education, enhanced learning environments, and innovate economic opportunities for the community.

John Lewis

John Lewis

John Lewis is a member of the U. S. House of Representatives, representing Georgia’s Fifth District. During the Civil Rights Movement, he was chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, an organization centrally involved in sit-ins, the Freedom Rides, and other important moments. He is author of Walking With the Wind.

worship leader

Linda Morgan-Clement

The Reverend Dr. Linda Morgan-Clement

Linda Morgan-Clement is currently the Henry J. Copeland Campus Minister at The College of Wooster and adjunct faculty in the Religious Studies department. She works with students of all faiths and has oversight of the religious groups and staff on campus. Musician Jim Morgan will join her in creating the conference’s worship experiences.

concert artist

Jonathan Kingham

Jonathan Kingham

In his first few years on the scene, Jonathan Kingham has quickly developed into a seasoned performer while sharing the stage with Shawn Colvin, Michael McDonald, Doug Stone, Vanessa Carlton, Jonatha Brooke, and David Wilcox, and recent tours have found him on the road with Julio Iglesias Jr. and Glen Phillips of Toad the Wet Sprocket.

schedule overview

The conference schedule is subject to change, but conferees can expect something similar to this general outline.

  • Friday, January 2: registration, opening keynote, late night fellowship activities
  • Saturday, January 3: morning gathering (anouncements, prayers, singing), small groups, afternoon keynote and small group, evening worship, concert
  • Sunday, January 4: sabbath morning, afternoon gathering and keynote, small groups, workshop options, evening workshop, late night activities
  • Monday, January 5: closing worship

program fee

Comprehensive Fee (program plus room and meals in conference center housing):

  • $120 on or before November 1*
  • $130 after November 1*

*or as long as conference center housing is available

Commuter Fee (does not include room and meals in conference center housing):

  • $90 on or before November 1
  • $105 after November 1 thru December 1
  • $120 after December 1

important information

Who comes to College Conference?
College Conference is designed to serve college students of all denominations – in campus-based or parish-based groups or as individuals.

Where can we stay?
Housing for groups is available at Montreat Conference Center or in private rentals .

How can I find out more?
The latest up-to-date information about the conference can be found here on our website, and at our conference blog, collegeconference.wordpress.com.

registration information

Conference begins Friday, January 2, with registration.
Conference ends Sunday, January 5, following worship.

Registration procedures:

  • There are approximately 220 beds in conference center housing available with meals included. These are available to either groups or individuals as long as there are vacancies, first come, first served. The “comprehensive fee” for these limited number of spots is $120 (includes conference registration, room, and meals.) This price will increase to $130 after November 1st. Rooms will be held only by registration accompanied by payment. Special funding from donors makes this low fee possible. Individuals with limited financial resources are encouraged to apply for scholarship assistance. Download a scholarship application.
  • Groups or individuals that either wish to commute or who register after conference center housing is full may register for the conference only for $90 each. This price will increase to $105 after November 1st through December 1st, then will increase again to $120 after December 1st. See “Important Information” above for links to local “private housing” providers as well as “helpful hints” from experienced group leaders.
  • Registration forms may be downloaded (below) and will be accepted by fax or mail.

Questions? Contact the registrar at 800-572-2257, ext. 335 or email susieb[at]montreat.org.
If you would like to order 2009 College Conference brochures to distribute to your group, please email carolo[at]montreat.org and indicate quantity.

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