See below for links to Recordings of keynote address and workshops
8th Annual
Embracing Biblical Womanhood Conference
Saturday, September 20, 2025
See you next year!
Save the date for Saturday, September 19, 2026
A Study of John 15
with Taelor Barnes
During our time together, we’re going to walk through John 15, a passage that is rich and deeply encouraging. We’ll explore what it truly means to abide in Christ, the sobering warning for those who do not abide, and the incredible gift of having a loving Vine Dresser who prunes us—not out of punishment, but for His glory and our good. And much more!
A Study of John 15
with Bonnie Silcox
John 15 is a remarkable chapter in a bigger dialogue between the Christ and His disciples on the eve of His suffering and death. Jesus had so much to teach His first followers then, and the truths remain today. We do not belong to the world. We have been chosen out of the world. His word keeps us from falling away. Yet we must abide. Please plan to join us for an amazing time studying the Scriptures—for the Word never returns void—in fact it promises we will bear much fruit.
We will be conducting a donation drive for Agape Pregnancy Support Services
- baby shampoo
- baby lotion
- baby wash
- baby oil
- nasal aspirators
- baby washcloths and towels
Bring your donations on the morning of the Conference and put them on the collection table in the Atrium.
Schedule
Workshops
(Please select one workshop title from each session)
Workshop Session 1
Turning Everyday Conversations to Christ
(with Charlotte Patterson)
The conversations we have with others can range from happy, over-the-top excitement to feeling miserable, sorrowful, or lost. People we know and those we meet sometimes share their lives, full of their day-to-day living, concerns, problems, or issues. Ephesians 6:20 says, “For which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.” We will share and explore through the Gospel how to turn everyday conversations to Christ, what that may look like, and strategies to live it out day by day.
Abiding Amidst the Storm
(with Teresa Perry)
While in the storms of life, Christians can find peace in knowing that Yahweh is our ever-present, faithful God who has compassion on His people. Valleys can be dark, and pruning can be painful, but the Scriptures assure us that God will not waste our suffering if we abide in Him. We will look at the role of the indwelling Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, and lastly, we’ll discuss some practical ways we can draw near to God during times of distress, and replace fear with a confident trust and hope in Christ.
How to Study the Bible- COMA
(with Dee Dee Boarts)
For the 2025 Women’s Conference COMA Breakout, we will walk through Berean’s 1-page COMA summary sheet as well as an expanded handout. Participants will be able to take notes as we discuss each of the inductive questions. Using a short pericope of the Bible, we will walk through a hands-on example. By the time of the conference, the church should have a simplified bookmark that matches our new posters, which will be handed out.
Growing in Grace as We Age!
(with Lou Horton and Kathy Lewis)
Aging brings with it many physical and emotional challenges, as well as numerous life changes, but God has a purpose for every life. Aging isn’t just growing older, it’s about growing deeper in His grace. In this workshop, we will acknowledge all of the challenges of growing older and reaffirm God‘s purpose for every season of life.
Workshop Session 2
Faithful Parenting Panel
(with Meagan Germany as moderator – including Karla Henderson, Jessica Jacobson, Jordan Ballengee, Samantha Gordon, and Heather Patterson)
Join us as we work through Scripture to answer deep and practical questions on how it looks to abide with The Father while parenting our little, medium, and big blessings. Faithful parenting is not prescriptive, and we promise no “do this and you’ll have abiding, God-loving children.” We will offer up our ideas, successes, and failures to encourage you to continue to be faithful as you steward your children for His Glory.
AUDIO
Apologetics
(with Cindy Quintero)
Apologetics isn’t just for scholars. It’s for every woman who wants to stand confident in her faith and share it with love and clarity. In a world full of questions and doubts, apologetics helps us know why we believe what we believe, so we can speak truth with grace, courage, and respect. This session will equip you to engage hearts and minds starting with your own.
Abiding as a True Disciple
(with Anna Davis)
We are called to teach others, believers and unbelievers, and sometimes it’s hard to do that when we don’t feel qualified or when we think we don’t know enough to share the good news. During our time together we’ll go over the difference between true and false disciples (John 6), our shortcomings, fear, and hesitations for discipling unbelievers, offer encouragement and motivation we should have instead (Acts 1:8, Col. 1:28-29), and how we can love one another as Christ commanded.
The Pep Talk You Need: why you need more than a motivational quote
(with Hollie Skinner)
When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to turn to feel good quotes and well-meaning slogans like “you’ve got this” or “follow your heart”. While these words have temporary satisfaction, they fall short. The truth is, we are not enough, but Christ Jesus is! He satisfies every need and fills every void. He gives us Himself, His example, His Word and His Spirit to sustain and guide us. In this session, we will explore how our feelings are fleeting and unreliable, but God’s Word is unchanging and gives us everything we need to get through the day. Together, we will discover how abiding in Christ becomes our true source of motivation, courage, and strength. He truly is all we need!
Workshop Session 3
Rooted in Christ: A Biblical Marriage Panel
(with Michelle Baughan as moderator, including Melissa Sheets, Diana Brees, Kirsten Hershberger, and Annette Rala)
How does abiding as a true disciple, called to bear much fruit, look in the marriage relationship? How do we walk this out daily in an obedient, God-honoring way in a broken world? In this panel discussion, you will hear from women in all walks of marriage, sharing their experiences and how they apply Biblical truth to their role as a wife.
AUDIO
Season of Singleness - Whole Not Waiting
(with Megan Grondahl)
Singleness can sometimes feel like an unwanted gift – like God is holding back something good. If you’ve ever wrestled with feelings of longing, loneliness, or questioned God’s timing, this session is for you. Together, we’ll explore what Scripture really says about singleness and challenge the narrative that it’s just a waiting room for marriage. Come join us as we reframe singleness as a sacred and purposeful season – a time of growth, freedom, and deep intimacy with God. You’ll be encouraged to see this season not as a delay, but as a divine opportunity to discover that you are already whole in Christ.
AUDIO / SLIDES
Blue Letter Bible Workshop
(with Jan Scott)
We can’t all be Bible scholars, but by learning to use some of the applications available to us online, we can take advantage of work done by others to deepen our understanding of the Scripture. Blue Letter Bible provides powerful tools for an in-depth study of God’s Word through a free online reference library, with study tools that are grounded in the historical, conservative Christian faith. We’ll do hands-on exercises with some basic features and then do a deeper dive into some of the more advanced tools. Please try to download the Blue Letter Bible app to your smart phone before you get to class!
Daily Practices to Abide
(with Lindsey Bussey)
Jesus calls us to abide in Him—to stay connected, rooted, and alive in His love. But how do we actually do that in the midst of real life? In this workshop, we’ll explore simple, biblical practices that help us remain in Christ through every season. Together, we’ll look at how abiding shapes our identity, fuels our obedience, and strengthens our walk with God.
Whether you’re new to the faith or longing for deeper connection, this session will give you practical tools to draw near and stay near to Jesus—right where you are.
Past conferences
2024 Embracing Biblical Womanhood Conference
Bless the Lord O My Soul
2022 Embracing Biblical Womanhood Conference
Walking as Women of Distinction
Our 5th annual fall conference was held on Saturday, September 17th, 2022. Once again, our ladies were blessed and our God was glorified! Bonnie Silcox delivered the keynote address on what should be our response to the Good News? Romans 12 shows us how to live life reflecting God’s abundant goodness and undeserved mercy. We each participated in 3 additional workshops of various spiritual and practical topics.
Click here to view the keynote address
2021 Embracing Biblical Womanhood Conference
Unworthy, Yet Worthy
Our 4th annual fall conference was held on Saturday, September 18th, 2021. What a wonderful, God-glorifying day! Our keynote speaker, Amanda Boyd, spoke to us on the topic of “Unworthy, Yet Worthy”. We each participated in 2 workshops. There were 10 workshops to choose from ranging from practical topics like “Discover Your Organizing Style” to spiritual topics like “Then Comes the Mourning: Maneuvering through the Grief Process”. The food and fellowship was fabulous. The day ended with a video compiled of testimonies from ladies in our church who have been made worthy through Christ.
Click here to view the keynote address
Click here to download slides from keynote address
