GLDCON is the annual gathering for pastors and ministry leaders of the EFCA's Great Lakes District.
For two days we come together as a family of churches for mutual encouragement, next-step equipping, and renewed commitment to reach our neighbors and the nations with the gospel.
This year we will open the Scriptures together in 2 Timothy. Knowing his life is nearly finished, the Apostle Paul writes to Timothy from a prison cell. Paul knows his race is ending. In this letter, Paul exhorts us to guard the gospel, endure hardship, preach the Word, and raise up leaders who will carry the work forward.
This year we’ll be at The Chapel in St. Joseph, Michigan.
GLDCON is the annual gathering for pastors and ministry leaders of the EFCA's Great Lakes District.
For two days we come together as a family of churches for mutual encouragement, next-step equipping, and renewed commitment to reach our neighbors and the nations with the gospel.
This year we will open the Scriptures together in 2 Timothy. Knowing his life is nearly finished, the Apostle Paul writes to Timothy from a prison cell. Paul knows his race is ending. In this letter, Paul exhorts us to guard the gospel, endure hardship, preach the Word, and raise up leaders who will carry the work forward.
This year we’ll be at The Chapel in St. Joseph, Michigan.
SPEAKERS
In 2 Timothy, Paul exhorts us to guard the gospel, endure hardship, preach the Word, and raise up leaders who will carry the work forward.
BRETT GLEASON
GREAT LAKES DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT
Brett is the District Superintendent of the Great Lakes District.
LUKE McFADDEN
CHRISTIAN NEIGHBORS CHURCH – WAUKEGAN, IL
Brett is the District Superintendent of the Great Lakes District.
CURTIS COSTON
SOLID WORD BIBLE CHUIRCH – INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Brett is the District Superintendent of the Great Lakes District.
ADAM
EFCA REACHGLOBAL MISSIONARY
Brett is the District Superintendent of the Great Lakes District.
AFFINITY GROUPS
At GLDCON you’ll have the opportunity to connect with and learn from others serving in a similar ministry to your own. You will be led by a faithful guide for the journey together.
NORMAL CHURCHES
Designed for Pastors and Leaders of GLD Churches under 200 in weekly attendance. This is an opportunity to learn, encourage, and connect with other leaders while exploring the joys and challenges of loving and leading the normal-sized church!
MID-SIZE CHURCHES
Connecting Lead Pastors of mid-sized churches (200-500), this group will focus on peer learning. Topics and questions submitted by attendees shape the agenda. We believe the answer is in the room—we want to draw out the wisdom, knowledge, and experience of those attending.
LARGE CHURCHES
Designed for Lead Pastors and a 2nd Chair Leader in churches near or greater than 500 in weekly attendance, this group will explore topics and questions submitted by attendees. Learn from, encourage, and network with other leaders in a similar context of large-church ministry.
WOMEN IN MINISTRY
The gifts and ministries of women are essential to the health and fruitfulness of the Church. This group is designed to support women serving in ministry roles at local churches across the GLD. Topics and questions discussed will be shaped by those attending for learning, encouragement, networking, and prayer.
HISPANIC MINISTRIES
Come connect with other leaders in the growing movement of Hispanic churches across the Great Lakes District. Share principles and experiences related to the growth and multiplication of Spanish-speaking congregations. Ricardo Palmerin will lead this gathering alongside other members of the Hispanic Leadership Team
*NOT YOUR TYPICAL* PASTOR’S WIFE
Being married to a pastor carries with it many unique dynamics. Join other spouses of pastors in this affinity group for a time of learning, encouragement, and prayer for one another.
STUDENT MINISTRIES
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other Student Ministry pastors and leaders, discuss the challenges you face in reaching and releasing the next generation with the gospel, and how EFCA ReachStudents can help you from the district and national level.
KIDS MINISTRY
This group is designed for those leading and minsitering to children and families in the GLD. Jesus loved kids and so do we! Come learn from and connect with others serving in this vital area of ministry!
HEALTHY BOARD DYNAMICS
Do you serve in some capacity on a church board? Come learn about the dynamics of church boards at various sizes of growth, how best to support and engage with your pastor, healthy relationships between board and staff, and more!
EFCA MISSIONS
Being a transformational church… globally. Come and explore the theology of transformational international missions and practical ways to increase your missions impact and engagement.
PASTOR-THEOLOGIANS
Join us for an engaging presentation and robust conversation around the question, "Why does the church need pastor-theologians?" This serves those aspiring to grow as pastor-theologians in their service to the church.
DISABILITY & SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY
For anyone serving and/or interested in disability & special needs ministry in a local church setting. We all have something to offer, something to learn about how to make the gospel accessible to EVERYONE in our neighborhood.