Engage Conference.
In a world that often feels like it is running on empty, the Gospel invites us into something different: Abundance.
The Apostle Paul’s prayer for the church in Philippi wasn’t just for survival or “good enough” faith. It was a prayer for expansion. He envisioned a life where love doesn’t just exist, but abounds—growing deeper, wiser, and more fruitful with every passing day.
Join us for MORE & MORE, a four-night conference dedicated to the pursuit of the “abounding life” promised in Philippians 1:9–11. Over four transformative nights, we will move from the foundation of our faith to the fruit of our mission, asking God to enlarge our hearts and sharpen our vision for His glory.
Will you join us?
MORE & MORE is more than a theme – it is a trajectory. It is a call to stop settling for a stagnant faith and to start pursuing the “more” that God has for His Church.
Are you ready for MORE?
Brethren Engage Conference 2026 Details
Dates
July 20-23, 2026
Cost
Youth & Advisor | $225
Delegate, Elder/Ministerial | $375
Add-ons | Global Partners Gala ($55, advisors only), Thursday Dinner & Tincaps Baseball ($30)
Registration will close on June 30, 2026, at 11:59 pm EST
Location
Grand Wayne Center
Fort Wayne, IN
Location
Grand Wayne Center
Fort Wayne, IN
To take advantage of our lodging rate and special incentives, you’ll need to book with Hilton Fort Wayne or Courtyard by Marriott using the booking information below. The Brethren Church is not responsible for rates, fees, or options through other booking methods.
Hampton Inn & Suites Fort Wayne Downtown
223 West Jefferson Boulevard, Fort Wayne, In 46802
Room Rate: $162 (plus tax)
Includes Free Continental Breakfast
Check-in 4:00PM, Check-out 11:00AM
To make a reservation, youth leaders should reach out to either of the individuals below to communicate their room needs, and the hotel will work with you directly to arrange rooms and payment.
Gionna Addis: gaddis@zmchotels.com
Shelby Gallagher: sgallagher@zmchotels.com
July 1, 2026 is the final day to book a room with Hampton Inn & Suites
Keynote Speaker
BRANDON EARLY
Brandon has been serving in youth ministry for over 20 years, am currently serving at Valley Church in Des Moines, IA, and am on a first-name basis with several employees at Best Buy and Apple. My wife Keri and I have been married for over fifteen years and have three great boys. My four favorite things are Jesus, my wife, Chicago Style Pizza, and fighting off our boys with sweet ninja moves.
Worship Leaders
JOYFUL NOISE
Joyful Noise is the heart of worship at Huntington University in Huntington, Indiana. As a vibrant community of students, alumni, and faculty, the team is dedicated to “embracing every note of faith” through their music. While primarily student-led during weekly chapel services, Joyful Noise represents a multi-generational mission that serves the university throughout the year. By blending melodies and hearts, they create a harmony that elevates our collective love and understanding of God, inviting everyone to praise and grow intentionally with every chord.
Worship Leaders
JOYFUL NOISE
Joyful Noise is the heart of worship at Huntington University in Huntington, Indiana. As a vibrant community of students, alumni, and faculty, the team is dedicated to “embracing every note of faith” through their music. While primarily student-led during weekly chapel services, Joyful Noise represents a multi-generational mission that serves the university throughout the year. By blending melodies and hearts, they create a harmony that elevates our collective love and understanding of God, inviting everyone to praise and grow intentionally with every chord.
Conference Schedule
This schedule does not reflect all planned events, only the primary events for each day. Note that it shows General (adult), Engage (youth) and kids conference events. Schedule is subject to change. We’ll do our best to keep you updated of all changes as quickly as possible.
Monday
- 1:00pm Registration
- 3:00pm Conference Orientation
- 4:00pm Kid’s Conference Session
- 4:30pm Adult Session
- 6:30pm Late Registration
- 7:00pm Youth Session
- 9:00pm Youth DJ Dance Party
Tuesday
- 7:30am Morning Coffee
- 9:00am Combined Morning Devotional
- 9:45am Kid’s Conference Session
- 10:00am Adult/Youth Breakouts
- 11:00am Adult Workshops/Youth Game
- 12:00pm Lunch Break
- 1:15pm Kid’s Conference Session
- 1:30pm Business Session
- 2:00pm Youth Session
- 3:30pm Afternoon Refresh
- 4:30pm Youth Group Time
- 4:30pm Kid’s Conference Session
- 4:30pm Adult Session
- 5:00pm Youth Dinner Time
- 6:30pm Late Registration
- 7:00pm Global Partners Gala (w/ Ticket)
- 7:00pm Youth Game Night
Wednesday
- 7:30am Morning Coffee
- 8:00am NABCE Meeting
- 9:00am Combined Morning Devotional
- 9:45am Kid’s Conference Session
- 10:00am Adult/Youth Breakouts
- 11:00am Adult Workshops/Youth GP Lunch
- 12:00pm Adult Lunch Break
- 1:15pm Kid’s Conference Session
- 1:30pm Business Session
- 1:30pm Youth Session
- 3:30pm Afternoon Refresh (Regional Ice Cream Social)
- 4:30pm Youth Group Time
- 4:30pm Kid’s Conference Session
- 4:30pm Adult Session
- 5:00pm Youth Dinner and Free Time
Thursday
- 7:30am Morning Coffee
- 9:00am Combined Morning Devotional
- 9:45am Kid’s Conference Session
- 10:00am Regional Meetings/Youth Service Project
- 11:00am Youth Game Time
- 12:00pm Lunch Break
- 1:15pm Kid’s Conference Session
- 1:30pm Business Session
- 1:30pm Youth Session
- 4:30pm Youth Group Time
- 4:30pm Adult Session
- 6:05pm Conference Dinner (w/ Ticket)
- 7:05pm Tincaps Baseball Game (w/ Ticket)
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