REFRESH Conference 2026
A dynamic gathering for clergy and lay leaders
October 15–17, 2026 · Galt House, Louisville, KY
PURPOSE
Join us for a transformative conference designed to pour back into those who pour out — Refresh Conference 2026 is a district-wide gathering designed to strengthen leaders for the work ahead through leadership formation, collaboration, and connection. Across worship, teaching, and guided conversations, clergy and lay leaders will be renewed, resourced, and recharged, so we can return to our local contexts with clarity, unity, and courage.
REGISTRATION OPTIONS
- General Registration (Clergy and Lay Leaders): $150
- NextGen Leaders Registration: $75
- Children and Youth Registration: $25
- Local Church Support Registration: $150
This is a local church support option that helps underwrite the conference. It is not a group registration and does not register any individuals. Individuals still must register separately under Individual Registration. - No one-day registration. Attendees pay one rate whether they attend one day or all three.
REGISTRATION ENDS OCTOBER 1, 2026
Your Registration Includes:
All individual registration types include:
- Access to all conference sessions and worship services
- Access to special tracks if selected (Women in Ministry or NextGen Leaders)
- Conference materials
- Three meals included with registration
Note: Church Support Registration does not include conference access or meals since it does not register individuals.
Final payment is due on or before October 1, 2026. Your registration will be cancelled for lack of payment if not received by close of business on October 1, 2026. There will be no refund given for cancellation due to lack of payment. Cancellation requests must be sent to midwestamez@gmail.com from the same email used to register.
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Thursday · October 15, 2026
Pre-Conference Day
Friday · October 16, 2026
Main Conference Day 1
Saturday · October 17, 2026
Main Conference Day 2
The Midwest Episcopal District Refresh Conference is a premier annual gathering bringing together more than 150 clergy and lay leaders from across ten Midwestern states and Trinidad and Tobago, representing nearly 100 congregations. Designed as a sacred pause for those who give so much of themselves in service to others, Refresh 2026 creates a dedicated space for pastors and ministry leaders to rekindle their passion, renew their vision, and restore their spiritual vitality.
Held October 15–17, 2026, at Hughlett Temple AME Zion Church in Louisville, Kentucky, this three-day experience weaves together powerful worship, practical workshops, intentional rest, and meaningful connection — all centered on the well-being and long-term effectiveness of those who lead.
This year, we invite mission-aligned businesses, organizations, seminaries, and service providers to invest in the renewal of faith-based leadership by partnering with us through sponsorship and exhibit opportunities.
Sponsorship Levels
- Recognition as the presenting sponsor of Refresh 2026
- Speaking opportunity — 15 min during a general session
- Premier exhibit table in high-traffic area
- Logo on all event materials, district website & signage
- Full-page ad in the digital event program
- Exhibit table in the main hall
- Speaking opportunity — 5 min during a general session
- Logo on event program and conference signage
- Half-page ad in the digital event program
- Exhibit table at the conference
- Quarter-page ad in the digital event program
- Name and logo listed in the digital program
- Name listed in the program as a valued community supporter
- Opportunity to provide branded giveaways for attendee bags
Add-On Opportunities
How to Complete Your Sponsorship
Download the Sponsorship Packet below, complete the commitment form, and return it by August 15, 2026 using one of the following payment methods:
- Check — payable to Midwest Episcopal Area
Mail to: Jones Tabernacle AME Zion Church, 2510 East 34th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46218
Memo: Refresh 2026 Sponsor - Zelle — send to MightyMidwestAMEZion@gmail.com
- Invoice — check the “Request Invoice” box on the commitment form
⚠ Please confirm your interest by August 15, 2026 to ensure recognition in all printed and digital materials.
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Book your stay at the Galt House, the official conference hotel. Enjoy special rates for Refresh Conference 2026 attendees.
