A residential conference at Hothorpe Hall for the wives of those who have been in full-time ministry for over 6 years.
The Spring Ministers Wives Conference
The Spring Ministers Wives Conference will be held from 7 - 10 March 2011 at Hothorpe Hall, Leicestershire.
Those of us who are married to ministers know that it brings both a unique privilege and an unusual set of pressures to bear. We want to recognise that an important part of supporting the work of the proclamation of the gospel is to support those who tirelessly work alongside their husbands: supporting, encouraging, protecting and comforting. Our wives’ conferences therefore play an important and strategic part in our work.
Conference Details
For 2011, it is a joy to welcome Vaughan Roberts and Lizzie Smallwood as our speakers. The main way we encourage ourselves for the task to which we are called is through the nourishment of the word of God. Alongside them will be a small team of seminar and workshop leaders and the now-famous energetic music team!
As with all our residential conferences, there will be time to relax and encourage one another in a friendly setting. A range of seminars will provide a chance to explore some different areas of interest and spiritual growth. Please book promptly as this conference is always oversubscribed!
Our Aims
Our aim is to:
- Equip, encourage and help wives to support their husbands' evangelical ministries, while living out their own God-given gifts and priorities
- Provide Bible exposition
- Explore together partnership in ministry marriages
- Provide seminars and discussion groups on issues facing ministers and their wives today
- Provide ample time for prayer, relaxation and refreshment, as well as the opportunity to renew old friendships and make new ones
Who should attend?
Wives of evangelical ministers who have been in full-time paid ministry for over six years. (The Summer Wives conference caters for wives of ministers in training or their first six years of ministry).
Practical Details
Programme timing
Registration will begin at 4.00pm on Monday and the conference will finish after lunch on Thursday. Final details will be sent around three weeks before the conference.
Creche provision:
We have arranged a creche for a limited number of babies under twelve months and they will be more than welcome. These places will be available on a first come, first served basis and you will need to book a single room. If you are bringing a baby, please book early so we can arrange adequate cover.
Booking
Book online now. Please note that space on residential conferences is limited so early booking is recommended.
The cost is £195 per person fully inclusive (including a £50 non-refundable deposit). A limited number of single rooms at a cost of £280 and triple rooms at a cost of £180 are available.
