by Melissa | Jan 22, 2026 | Marketing and Promotion, Pre-Event Planning
Your annual church retreat is two months away. You have a location, a theme, a speaker, and a worship leader. You are contracted to bring 100 guests, but only 50 people have signed up. What do you do? First, check your...
by Melissa | Jan 8, 2026 | Pre-Event Planning
The start of a new year often brings a surge of energy, and a quickly filling calendar, for ministry leaders and event planners. Retreats, trainings, and gatherings begin to stack up fast. Before dates are booked and details are locked in, taking time for a thoughtful...
by Melissa | Apr 16, 2025 | Pre-Event Planning
R When planning an event for a ministry or organization you will need to decide whether it will be a retreat or conference -– but what’s the difference between the two? Retreats and conferences serve different purposes and choosing the right one for your event based...
by Melissa | Nov 14, 2024 | Pre-Event Planning
End-of-year provides a prime opportunity to pause, look back over the past year, and begin intentionally planning for the year ahead. As an event planner or ministry leader, the events you host can impact attendees’ spiritual walk greatly and aid in the...
by Melissa | Oct 17, 2024 | Pre-Event Planning
We’ve all heard the age-old adage, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” But how do you effectively do this when faced with unexpected issues with your event? Life is unpredictable, and so is event planning. From weather woes to venue...
by Melissa | Aug 27, 2024 | Pre-Event Planning
In the event planning world, one of the most significant yet often overlooked aspects is the art of making attendees feel genuinely welcomed and at ease. A welcoming atmosphere sets the tone for the entire event, ensuring that guests are open, engaged, and ready to...
