Fall ChurchWorkers Conference 2025

October 6–8, 2025 | Virginia Beach, VA
Location: Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront
3001 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Book your own room!

All 159.00 rate rooms are sold out, but you can still call to see if there is still available space at the Hilton, (757) 213-3000

Theme: And Also For You

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
— Romans 15:13

Restore. Recharge. Reconnect.

We are thrilled to invite you to the SED ChurchWorkers Conference this fall, set against the beautiful backdrop of the Virginia Beach oceanfront. The theme “And Also For You” is all about restoring worship for church workers—renewing your spirit through God’s Word, His promises, and the community of fellow servants in ministry. Expect a time of rest, fellowship, and refreshment as we come together to be filled with hope.

Keynote Speaker

Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger
Plenary speaker and theological leader, Dr. Nafzger will guide us through sessions focused on hope and renewal in our shared calling.

Conference Highlights

Plenary and Worship: Be inspired by messages rooted in hope, gathered worship, and spiritual renewal.

Breakout Sessions: Led by impactful voices from across the church:

• • Rev. Dr. Tim Saleska
  • Megan Meissler
  • Rev. Dr. Matt Borrasso
  • Rev. Martin Schultheis
  • Rev. Travis Guse

Divine Worship at Hope Lutheran Church, followed by a reception

Free time to rest, explore, and recharge along the boardwalk

Banquet Dinner to gather and celebrate ministry anniversaries

Tentative Agenda

Monday, October 6

• 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Registration
• 1:00 PM | Breakout Sessions I
• 2:00 PM | Breakout Sessions II
• 3:00 PM | Main session – Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger
• 4:00 – 7:00 PM | Free Time & Dinner on Your Own
• 7:00 PM | Worship at Hope Lutheran Church, followed by a reception

Tuesday, October 7

• Morning | Breakfast & Free Time (on your own)
• 9:00 AM | Opening Devotions
• 9:15 AM | Main session – Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger
• 11:00 AM | Breakout Sessions III
• 12:00 PM | Lunch at hotel
• 1:00 PM | Main session – Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger
• 2:00 PM | Speaker Roundtables
• 2:00 – 6:00 PM | Free Time
• 6:00 PM | Anniversary Dinner Banquet at hotel

Wednesday, October 8

• Morning | Breakfast & Free Time (on your own)
• 9:00 AM | Morning Devotion
• 9:15 AM | Presidential Report
• 10:00 AM | Main session – Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger
• 11:00 AM | Blessing and Departure

Conference Details

• Registration Fee: $150

• Hotel Rate: $159–$179 per night (group rate at the Hilton Oceanfront)

Registration is Now Open

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Are you a Pastor with a School or CDC?

Wednesday, October 8 – Post-Conference Register Here

• 1 PM | Lunch Provided
• 1:30–3:00 PM | Pastor–Principal Process with Ted Neitzke
• 3:00-4:30 PM | Round Table Session