- January 5, 2026, 1-4pm
- Choose from 3 Tracks
Make the Most of Your Time at CPC
Why wait until Tuesday? Pre-Cons are your chance to start CPC with momentum. These three-hour, high-participation workshops go deeper than what we can cover during the regular schedule—giving you extended access to top practitioners.
We’re bringing this back because so many of you asked for it, and we know you’ll leave with fresh insights, connections, and growth. Arrive just a few hours earlier and begin CPC26 stronger than ever!
Choose Your Pre-Con Track
PRE-CON #1
Every Child Belongs
Presented by Lori & Robert Crosby and Kayla Smith of Reach Hurting Kids Institute and Kim Botto
Learn how to recognize and respond to trauma, neurodivergence, and big behaviors in your ministry. Through case studies, group discussions, and hands-on activities, you’ll discover grace-filled strategies to reduce behavior struggles, increase engagement, and create a church where every child belongs. Walk away with practical tools to support kids with diverse needs—and the confidence to help your team turn challenging moments into ministry opportunities.
*Each participant will receive 20% off all Reach Hurting Kids materials!
PRE-CON #2
Family Ministry
Presented by Josh Mulvihill & Amber Pike of RenewaNation
Discover what family ministry is, why it matters, and how to develop it in your church. You’ll gain a biblical vision that embraces parenting, grandparenting, marriage, and education, and learn nine essentials any church can put into practice. Then, begin building your own customized family ministry plan.
*Each participant will receive a $500 scholarship to the Family Ministry Academy to continue their training.
PRE-CON #3
Volunteer Recruiting
Presented by Nick Blevins & Kenny Conley of Ministry Boost
Tackle one of the biggest challenges for church leaders—recruiting more volunteers. Through this interactive session, attendees will learn the “5-Part Volunteer Recruiting Framework”, discover practical ways to expand their reach, and fine-tune a sustainable recruiting process. When you leverage the volunteer recruiting framework, you can recruit the volunteers your ministry needs and deserves.
*Each participant will receive an additional $20 off (43% discount) the Ministry Boost Volunteer Recruiting Bundle which has $800 in content to help you recruit more volunteers and build a thriving team!
FAQ
Pre-Con tickets are an exclusive $59 add-on for those who have already registered for CPC26. Select your Pre-Con track above to register.
Pre-Con registration will close by December 29th, 2025, or sooner if it reaches capacity.
Meals are not included in the cost of Pre-Con. Please eat prior to arriving. You are welcome to bring a light snack or drink with you.
No. We encourage you to attend the Early Check-In Party on Monday evening to check in for CPC26.