Family Life
Convention
2026
Equipping leaders with practical tools and strategies that strengthen families within our communities.
Empowering Family Life Leaders
This convention is designed to equip Family Life leaders across our conferences with practical tools, relevant resources, and hands-on strategies. Through interactive workshops, professional guidance, and collaborative learning, participants will be empowered to create meaningful family-focused experiences.
Strengthen Families
Hands-on strategies that strengthen families within local congregations.
Connect Communities
Connect members to essential support services and meaningful resources.
Navigate Challenges
Navigate the growing challenges of technology and modern life in the home.
Event Schedule
Welcome & Introductions
Opening remarks from the Family Life Directors of the Georgia Cumberland and South Atlantic Conferences.
Breakout Session One
Choose from concurrent workshops led by expert presenters.
Breakout Session Two
Continue exploring workshops — each presenter delivers in all three rounds.
Breakout Session Three
Final workshop round — attend a different session each time.
Wrap-Up & Closing
Final reflections, acknowledgments, and next steps for Family Life ministry.
Presenters
Dr. Prince Lewis
Senior Pastor
Decatur Seventh-day Adventist Church
Dr. Nathaniel Gracia
Family Life Director
South Atlantic Conference
Dr. Marlene Colburn
Associate Director of Family Ministries & Disability Ministries
Southern Union Conference of SDA
Dr. Curtis Fox
Southern Union Coordinator & Pastor
Conyers SDA Church
Dr. Dion Henry
Southern Union Coordinator & Pastor
Altamonte Springs SDA Church
Workshop Descriptions
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Home to Church: Building the Connections That Matter
Workshop 1: Connecting Generations Through Mentorship
Presenter: Dr. Marlene Colburn
ROOTS: Connecting Leaders and Parents in Discipling Youth for Christ. Discover how churches and family ministry leaders can apply practical steps to engage families in their church and community to disciple their youth in an authentic and surrendered relationship with Jesus. Explore strategies for developing spiritual maturity, leadership skills, and building resilience in a morally compromised culture.
Workshop 2: Connecting Families Through Church Engagement
Presenter: Dr. Curtis Fox
Learn how to plan retreats, Family Life Days, and awareness events that bring families and churches together. Discover strategies for creating relevant programs that engage every generation. Gain practical tools for turning church events into meaningful experiences that build community and encourage lasting involvement.
Workshop 3: Connecting Stronger Homes and Communities
Presenter: Dr. Nathaniel Garcia
Explore how healthy families strengthen the home, church, and community. Discover how faith, communication, values, and conflict resolution shape our relationships with others. Gain practical insights for building families that positively influence society.
Register Today
Join us for an afternoon of workshops, fellowship, and practical resources that will empower your family life ministry.