We've found that pastors and their families need encouragement. To this end, we regularly host complimentary half-day pastors gatherings in communities throughout the country at which we bring together local pastors and their spouses for a brief time of fellowship with one another and solid affirmation from our Pastoral Ministries staff.

Featured speaker H.B. London shares insights gained from our extensive contact with pastors and denominations throughout the years. Attendees discover that their experiences and feelings in ministry are much more common than they often realize. A free continental breakfast is available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m., and the seminar begins at 8:50 a.m.

Scheduled Events

The following upcoming events are now scheduled. If you are interested in attending one in your area, please call 1-800-A-FAMILY (1-800-232-6459) to make a reservation. For more information, call 1-866-542-1212.

(Please note that our online reservation system is not working properly right now. Therefore, to make a reservation, please call the phone number above.)

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San Jose (California) Area	May 20, 2008
Venture Christian Church      (map)  16845 Hicks Road  Los Gatos, CA 95032 (Co-sponsored by the California Family Council)
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Miami (Florida) Area	Jun. 12, 2008
Comunidad Cristiana La Roca Firme      (map)  6280 West 21 Court  Hialeah, FL 33016 (Co-sponsored by the Florida Family Policy Council)
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Ft. Lauderdale (Florida) Area	Jun. 13, 2008
First Baptist Church      (map)  301 E. Broward Blvd.  Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301 (Co-sponsored by the Florida Family Policy Council)
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Pensacola (Florida) Area	Jun. 26, 2008
Calvary Baptist Church      (map)  6824 Pine Forest Road  Pensacola, FL 32526 (Co-sponsored by the Florida Family Policy Council)
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Jacksonville (Florida) Area	Jun. 27, 2008
First Baptist Church      (map)  Ruth Lindsay Auditorium  124 W. Ashley Street  Jacksonville, FL 32202 (Co-sponsored by the Florida Family Policy Council)
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Shreveport (Louisiana) Area	Jul. 15, 2008
Calvary Baptist Church      (map)  9333 Linwood Avenue  Shreveport, LA 71106 (Co-sponsored by the Louisiana Family Forum)
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Testimonies

A pastor from California writes:

There aren't too many places (outside my home) where I really feel that someone cares about me (not about what I can do for them or buy from them). At the pastors gathering, I felt Focus cared. You were givers, not takers. You had no hidden agenda for caring. Thank you.

A pastor and wife from Indiana tell us:

I greatly appreciated the gathering. I returned with a greater understanding of Focus on the Family as well as the feeling this ministry was designed to minister to the minister. My wife and I were impressed that nobody tried to "sneak" in an offering. Thanks!

A pastor from Pennsylvania shares these words:

The seminar in Pittsburgh was just what I needed for this time in my ministry. I thank God for Focus on the Family and their willingness to share helpful resources even at no cost. I appreciated your words. They were right on target.