God calls all believers to a life of service, but…what does that actually mean? Life is full of opportunities to serve and lead through the example Christ gave us in scripture. Service and Leadership Training (SALT) is designed to challenge adult participants to reinforce their faith, consider their calling, and apply themselves in fruitful ministry.

The conference includes plenary messages from God’s word, track workshops geared toward practical application, round table discussions, classic camp activities, and free time for fellowship. Get equipped to live out a life on mission for the gospel!

Dates: January 3-5, 2025

Campers: Coed – ages 18 and up

Cost: $105

Plenary Speaker: Bruce Munsterman 

Directors: Joel and Lauren Puryear, Bentley and Meghan Varghese 

Track Options

OT Manuscript

It’s easy to get so caught up in the “service” aspects of ministry that we forget to make time to learn. The story of Mary and Martha is a familiar episode detailing that, while both are needed, one is clearly better. Manuscript Study tracks through the narrative of an Old Testament leader to inductively and deeply study the text and unlock important observations, questions, and conclusions about service and leadership. Because of its cooperative nature and heavy emphasis on Scripture, this track is recommended to first-time attendees of SALT.

Discipleship: Following Jesus

The premise of “Discipleship” is a difficult one to wrap our heads around. In the modern church, it often includes mentorship of a younger believer, and making time to invest in their spiritual walk. However, this track focuses on the Biblical principle of discipleship: following Jesus, and inviting others to join you in that walk. Being in the world but not of the world is a challenging task, but a close relationship with Jesus makes sure we don’t lose sight of what’s MOST important.

Service and Leadership

The word “leadership” has come to mean so many different things in our society that it sometimes becomes difficult to know how it applies to you. But, what if we didn’t take our definition of “leadership” from society? We believe the only one you can always trust–on this, or any other matter–is God, Himself. Using the examples He provides in scripture, we see that leadership actually looks a lot different than what the world has led us to believe. Whether in ministry, work, church, or at home, leadership is a critical element in making things run successfully, and how we measure that success plays a big role in the way we choose to lead. Does the way we lead serve others, or does it serve us?  

FAQ

What time does registration start? Registration starts at 6 p.m. and dinner is included.

When does the retreat end? The conference ends at 1 p.m. with lunch.  

What if I want extra time at camp? Good news! You can add the pre-conference option for $25 during registration to arrive Thursday night for introductory sessions and extra activities! 

Will there be childcare? Yes! Childcare will be provided for children ages 2-12 years during all plenary sessions, track workshops, and round table discussions. Please indicate the number of children when you register.