#ADVANCE26
Schedule
Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
DoubleTree by Hilton, 2431 N. Glenstone Avenue, Springfield, MO 65803 | Springfield, MO
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#ADVANCE 2026Tri-State District Conference • Ordination • Camp
July 16–18, 2026
at the DoubleTree by Hilton Springfield in Springfield, MO
Join pastors, leaders, delegates, families, and friends from across the Tri-State District for three powerful days of worship, vision, leadership, and connection designed to encourage the church and advance the mission of God across the Tri-State District.
Registration Includes (register by July 2, 2026):
-Worship Experiences, Ordination Service, & Camp
District Conference materials
-Continental Breakfast (Friday & Saturday)
-Thursday Dinner & Friday Lunch
-Snacks, coffee, & water throughout the conference
-Ordination Reception
-Childcare during services & conference sessions
-Meaningful connection with ministry leaders and churches from across the Tri-State District and beyond
Registration DOES NOT include hotel reservations.
SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
THURSDAY | JULY 16
ADVANCE 2026 begins at 2:00 PM with the opening District Conference business session.
Thursday evening, we will gather for a powerful worship experience and hear from Dr. Mark Weeter, recently retired Dean of the School of Ministry and Christian Thought at Oklahoma Wesleyan University.
FRIDAY | JULY 17
Friday morning will conclude any remaining District Conference business sessions, followed by a special opportunity to hear from Dr. Jim Dunn, current President of Oklahoma Wesleyan University and nominee for the position of General Superintendent of The Wesleyan Church.
Friday afternoon will feature practical and inspiring breakout sessions designed to strengthen leadership, encourage ministry effectiveness, and equip the local church. You’ll also have intentional time to connect with friends and ministry leaders from around the district Friday afternoon and dinner.
Friday evening will center around our Ordination Service — a sacred celebration of God’s calling and faithfulness — followed by the Ordination Reception.
SATURDAY | JULY 18
We will conclude ADVANCE 2026 with a meaningful time of worship, prayer, and communion as we seek God together for the future of our churches and district.
Come expectant. Leave encouraged. #Advance together.
All links and info can be found at: https://www.tsdwc.org/events/advance26
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