September 28-29, 2026Orange, California
REGISTER
Pastors and ministry leaders will be gathering from all over the region to be refreshed by the presence of God and equipped in leadership and ministry by world-class teachers.
Bring your staff, leaders, and key volunteers… we know your team will be encouraged, challenged, and inspired to take your church and ministries to the next level! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other pastors and leaders… We are better together! See you soon!
California Regional
Meet the Speakers
2026 Conference Theme
Embracing the Challenges of Courageous Ministry Leadership
- What are you seeing through eyes of faith that you cannot see with your physical eyes?
- Where are you challenged beyond your resources?
- When was the last time you had a God story…raw and real?
- Survival or expectancy?
- Where are you moving beyond your comfort zone?
- Where has God challenged you to go beyond your doubt?
- Stepping into your future requires faith…faith requires you to step beyond your fears.
- God is found in the unknown.
- The measurement of a faithful leader is trusting God with the future.
YOU’RE INVITED!
BRING YOUR TEAM!
SEPTEMBER 28-29
ORANGE, CALIFORNIA
LOCATION
Grace at the Circle
308 S Glassell St
Orange, CA 92866
MAP
SCHEDULE
Monday (9/28)
1:00pm – Session 1: The Theology of Endurance…Hebrews
- Jason Nelson
1:55pm – Session 2: Faith and Vision Panel
- Steve Riggle (moderator and panelist), Becky Riggle, Ron Luce, and George C.
2:55pm – Session 3: Leveraging Your Life for the Greatest Kingdom Impact
- Ron Luce
3:45pm – Session 4: Ministry Focus Options
- Option 1: Senior Pastors — Steve Riggle
- Option 2: Youth Ministry Leaders — Ron Luce; host: JD Dawson. Includes dinner and continues until 6:15pm.
- Option 3: Children’s Ministry Leaders — Evelyn Offenberger
- Option 4: Worship Ministry Leaders — Shari May and Cesar Castaneda
- Option 5: Pastoral Staff Leaders — John Manzewitsch
4:35pm – Dinner
6:30pm – Evening Service
After service – Evening Reception
Tuesday (9/29)
9:00am – Prayer Meeting
10:00am – Session 6: Impacting Your City
- Brooke Pierce (moderator and panelist), Brian & Melissa Bauer, Mark Runyon, and Scott Mulvey
10:45am – Session 7: US Pastors Council
- Jason Nelson
11:15am – Session 8: Five Breakout Sessions
- The ‘Why Times’ of Life — Becky Riggle and Rhonda Ihrig
- Recharging After a Battle — Larry Ihrig and Randy Woolstrum
- Trading What You Know for What You Don’t Know — John Manzewitsch and Lydia Manzewitsch
- Building a Visionary Culture — Josh Pierce
- Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude: Leadership Lessons from an Air Force Colonel — Stu Johnson
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Session 9: Making Room for the Unexpected…Taking the First Step Beyond Your Fear
2:00pm – Session 10: Courageous Harmony, the Key to an Awakening
- Rob McCoy
3:30pm – Afternoon Break
7:00pm – Evening Service: The One Sin the Lord Doesn’t Tolerate from His People
- Rob McCoy
After service – Evening Reception
Youth Ministry Mini-Master Class
Pastors, bring your main youth pastor or leader as well as any adult volunteers. Ron Luce will lead a 2½-hour mini-master class for your youth ministry team, covering best practices for goal setting, reaching young people in your community who are most likely to come to Christ, and initiating a transformational discipleship process. This special session includes dinner and continues until 6:15pm.
HOTEL
Ayres Hotel Orange
200 N. The City Drive, Orange, CA 92868
Group name: Grace International Conference
Book your group rate for the Grace International California Regional ConferenceALO Hotel by Ayres
3737 W. Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868
Group name: Grace International Conference
Book your group rate for the Grace International California Regional ConferenceEmbassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim Orange
400 N. State College Blvd, Orange, CA 92868
VIEW HOTEL DETAILSHotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
100 The City Drive S, Orange, CA 92868-3204
VIEW HOTEL DETAILSHilton Garden Inn Anaheim/Garden Grove
11777 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840
VIEW HOTEL DETAILSResidence Inn by Marriott Anaheim Resort Area/Garden Grove
11931 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92840
VIEW HOTEL DETAILSThe Ayres group rates include complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking. Guests pay for their own rooms. To reserve by phone, call either Ayres hotel directly and ask for the Grace International Conference 2026 group.
FAQs
Who can attend this conference?
The conference is open to everyone! The teaching is especially focused toward pastors and church leaders (which includes church staff, key volunteers, small group leaders, church planters, those called to ministry, etc.) *Even if you are not currently associated with Grace International, you can still attend and be a part of all sessions.
Is there a cost for attending this conference?
No – the conference is free for everyone.
Will the conference be livestreamed?
At this time we’re not planning on live streaming this conference.
I just registered online... what happens next?
First of all, thanks for registering! You will receive an email confirmation. When you arrive at the conference, simply check in and receive your conference materials. If you are bringing children and included that in your registration, you’ll be able to check them in to the kids ministry upon arrival. If you have any registration questions, please contact Lydia – lydiam@gracewoodlands.com
Are there any special hotel rates for the conference?
See the HOTEL pull down informational menu on this webpage.
I saw something about meals... what is provided?
On Monday, the dinner break begins at 4:35pm before the 6:30pm evening service. Dinner is not provided for general attendees; the special youth-leaders’ session includes dinner and continues until 6:15pm. Tuesday lunch is provided on site for conference participants and children in childcare. Evening receptions follow both evening services.
Will there be Spanish translation for the sessions?
At this time we will not be offering translation services.