Current Conferences
2011 The Blaze: A Formative Gathering for Leaders of Youth
January 5-8, 2011
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Sponsored by Montreat Conference Center and Project Burning Bush, a youth ministry initiative of Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA.
Blaze: 1.) n. a large, fiercely burning fire; 2.) v. to mark out a path or route; 3.) v. to be a light; 4.) v. to pioneer; 5.) n. an outburst; 6.) v. to set an example
The Blaze is a time for all who work with youth – as mentors, youth directors, associate pastors for youth, back home leaders and small group leaders – to consider youth ministry afresh and alongside others who share your passion. The Blaze will challenge you to pioneer new trails in youth ministry, help you be nourished and shaped through that ministry, and send you home inspired in your own call to work with youth.
Key Leaders
Mark DeVries, Nashville, TN; Associate Pastor for Youth and their Families, First Presbyterian Church, and founder of Youth Ministry Architects. Mark is the author of a number of books, including Sustainable Youth Ministry and Family-Based Youth Ministry, and his articles and reviews have been published in a variety of magazines and journals, including The Christian Century, Theology Today, Group, and Youthworker Journal.
Michelle Thomas-Bush, Charlotte, NC; Associate Pastor for Youth and their Families, Myers Park Presbyterian Chuch. Michelle grew up coming to Montreat Youth Conferences. She is a veteran youth conference back home leader, keynoter, preacher, and director.
Registration & Accommodations
Comprehensive Rates (program, housing, and meals)
Comprehensive rate below includes conference fee, room in Assembly Inn, meals in the Galax Dining Room (Wednesday supper through Saturday breakfast), plus a $3 community services fee per adult. Rooms are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Some rooms have private baths, and some rooms have connecting baths.
- Double Occupancy: $103.00 per adult
- Children ages 5-11: $38.75
- Children under 5: no charge
If you wish to have a single room, an additional $100 will be added to your reservation.
Child Care Information
Child care will be available for this conference. Rates are as follows:
- First Child: $45;
- Additional Child: $30;
- Family Maximum: $100
Refund Policy
$50 of the registration fee is non-refundable; after December 10, 2010, no refunds will be issued.
More Information…
- Event begins Wednesday, January 5, with room check-in at 3:00 pm, Assembly Inn.
- Event ends Saturday, January 8, following breakfast.
- Questions? Contact the registrar at 800-572-2257, ext. 335 or email susieb[at]montreat.org.
- If you would like conference information mailed to you via U.S. mail, please email carolo[at]montreat.org.
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