Meet-ups are a way to connect with new people over informal, shared experiences. They are an invitation for everyone at Ministers Gathering to do something fun with people outside of your regular network.
These Meetups are designed for specific ministry workers and require a ticket to attend. Get your ticket when you register for Ministers Gathering, or contact our office to add tickets to your registration!
Date: Monday, 10:00-11:00 PM
Location: High Rollers Banff
Type: Drop-in Activity
Host: Josh Dewling
Young leaders in their 20s and early 30s, grab your rental shoes and join us at High Rollers for some high-stakes bowling. The lanes will separate the strikers from the gutter-ballers.
Date: Tuesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Meet in Hotel Lobby
Type: Drop-in Activity
Host: Murray & Pat Coughlan
New to the ABNWT, new to MG or just looking for someone to have lunch with? Meet up with Murray & Pat Coughlan in the lobby, walk to lunch, and make connections. Free to join, simply cover the cost of your meal.
Date: Tuesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Meet in Hotel Lobby Cost: $25
Type: Ticketed Meet-up
Hosts: Bob Jones, Stephen Valcourt, Kevin Driver
This is a time for rural pastors to connect, hosted by Stephen and Embree Valcourt, pastors at Abundant Springs Community Church in Pincher Creek, as well as Kevin Driver, Pastor of Banff’s Full Gospel Church. We’ll be enjoying good food and company at a nearby restaurant.
*Pre-Registration Required.
Date: Tuesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Black Bear Cost: $30
Type: Ticketed Meet-up
Host: Josh Dewling
Strong leaders are formed in strong relationships. This lunch brings together young leaders in their 20s and early 30s for connection, conversation, and a shared table. Matt Tapley will join us to speak into the opportunity and calling of the next generation of leaders in the PAOC.
*Pre-Registration Required.
Date: Tuesday, 2:30 PM
Location: Lynx
Type: Drop-in Activity
Host: Jessica Lockhart
Join us for a cozy gathering where parents and toddlers can connect. Enjoy a delicious hot chocolate while your little ones play and explore. Perfect for socializing, sharing parenting tips, and making new friends. Bring your toddlers and come have fun with us.
Date: Tuesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Glacier
Type: Drop-in Meet-up
Host: Josh Dewling
Strong leaders are formed in strong relationships. This brunch brings together leaders in their 20s and early 30s for connection, conversation, and a shared table. Jeremiah & Kathy Raible will join us to speak into the opportunity and calling of the next generation of leaders in the PAOC.
Date: Wednesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Meet in Hotel Lobby
Date: Wednesday, 2:30 PM
Location: Meet in Hotel Lobby
Type: Drop-in Activity
Host: Patrick & Vickie Hazelwood
New to the ABNWT, new to MG or just looking for someone to have lunch with? Meet up with Patrick & Vickie Hazelwood in the lobby, walk to lunch, and make connections. Free to join, simply cover the cost of your meal.
Type: Drop-in Activity
Host: Kathy Raible
Join Kathy Raible for a leisurely walking tour of Banff’s unique specialty coffee and tea shops. Discover local favourites, sample exceptional beverages, and enjoy great conversation along the way. Free to join, simply cover the cost of any beverages or snacks that catch your eye! Meet in the hotel lobby for 2:30 PM.
Date: Wednesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Black Bear Cost: $35
Join us for a life-giving Women’s Lunch; a time to laugh, connect, and reignite the call within you. Whether you’re just starting out or have led for years, let’s empower one another to walk it out together.
*Pre-Registration Required.
Date: Wednesday, 7:30 AM
Location: Black Bear Cost: $25
At this Meetup, children and family ministry leaders will gather over breakfast for connection and meaningful conversation. You'll leave inspired to invest in your team and raise up the next generation of leaders in your ministry context.
*Pre-Registration Required.
Date: Wednesday, 12:30 PM
Location: TBD
This Meetup is an opportunity for chaplains and counselors, who serve in many different scenarios in our District, to meet, greet and interconnect. After your MG27 registration is completed, chaplains and counselors will receive a personal invite from the hosts, Al & Yvonne Downey.
*Invitations to register will be sent based on indicators selected in your conference registration form.
Date: Wednesday, 12:30 PM
Location: Glacier
Type: Ticketed Meet-up
Host: Chanda Randell
Type: Ticketed Meet-up
Host: Josh Dewling
Type: Ticketed Meet-up
Hosts: Al & Yvonne Downey
Type: Drop-in Meet-up
Host: Josh Dewling
Strong leaders are formed in strong relationships. This brunch brings together leaders in their 20s and early 30s for connection, conversation, and a shared table. Jeremiah & Kathy Raible will join us to speak into the opportunity and calling of the next generation of leaders in the PAOC.
If you’re in a Cohort, ask your leader about scheduling a Cohort Meetup.
If you have an idea for a Meetup for next year, contact bob@abnwt.com.
Not in a cohort yet? Learn about cohorts.
Join us for a refreshing time of fellowship, growth, and renewal as we gather together to encourage and equip one another in ministry. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today.
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, please check our FAQs or reach out to us via email and we’d be happy to help.