FAQ

When and where? Tell me more! The Women in Youth Ministry Conference will take place March 4th-6th at First United Methodist Church of Arlington in Arlington, TX. From Wednesday night through Friday night we will have an experience you will likely never forget. We will have a Facebook group for the Conference where you can organize rideshares, hotel sharing costs, and meetups. 

What does the cost include? What other costs should I prepare for? The cost includes lunch both days, and a fun outing on Thursday. Please plan to provide your own transportation and lodging, as well as other meals. If you’d like affordable lodging, you can sleep in the church building in a private space that includes showers, available for anyone who’d like to sleep in it. We will also have a Facebook group for anyone who’d like to coordinate carpooling and sharing hotel rooms.

Where is the nearest airport? What hotel should I stay at? If you choose to fly, use either the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Each are located about 20 minutes from FUMC-Arlington. Within minutes of our venue are several hotels; we highly recommend The Rambler Inn, Drury Inn, or Comfort Inn & Suites. All restaurants and venues are walkable from the church.

Would I be able to use my continuing education budget for this? Absolutely! Senior Pastors, if you’re reading this because your talented staff member sent it to you, this will be the most important thing she goes to this year. Not only will she learn from others in her position, but she’ll be able to build relationships that last a lifetime. You can’t afford to not send her.

Would I be able to attend if I’m not in youth ministry? We think this conference will be most impactful for anyone in youth, children, college-aged/young adult, or family ministry — whether you are a Director, Pastor, Coordinator, Volunteer, or Administrator. 

What are our worship gatherings like?Our worship gatherings celebrate the rich diversity of our community, bringing together women from a wide range of traditions—Pentecostal, Methodist, Episcopalian, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Baptist, Mennonite, and Non-Denominational. You’ll experience a beautiful blend of worship expressions: music that ranges from contemporary praise to traditional hymns, and prayers rooted both in historic liturgy and the spontaneous movement of the Spirit. At times, you may find yourself outside your liturgical comfort zone—and that’s by design. We invite you to embrace these sacred moments, trusting that they are holy and deeply rooted in the vastness of God’s Kingdom.

Will there be a virtual option? There will not be a virtual option, but we will record sessions and may choose to place to place it online for further viewing.