Welcome

Children's Ministry is on the front lines of evangelism and discipleship in the 21st Century church. Children's Ministry leaders continue to develop innovative and effective ways to reach the emerging generation, lead them to Jesus and prepare them for a rich and fulfilling life.

Upswing Ministries is committed to encouraging, equipping and strengthening you and the ministries you lead as together we work to see children reached and discipled in Christian faith.

Children's Ministry Leadership Conference

Our flagship conference, the Upswing Children's Ministry Leadership Conference, is a premier conference dedicated to training current and emerging leaders in ministry to children. With an emphasis on "top-drawer" quality in every aspect of the conference, we are committed to providing you with the most inspiring, refreshing and encouraging weekend as well as practically preparing you for the ministry challenges you face.

Kids in Ministry Conference

Concurrent with our conference for adult children's ministry leaders we run a "Kids in Ministry Conference" for grades 4-8! These emerging leaders have the opportunity to be trained, equipped and inspired as they begin a life of service. Ministry leaders know the value that investing in kids by providing them opportunity for genuine ministry brings to both the minister and the ministry.

Upswing is designed for anyone wanting to be more effective ministering to children, including: Anyone wanting to be more effective ministering to children, including:

• Sunday School Teachers
• Kids in Ministry
• Children's Pastors and Directors
• School Teachers
• Club Leaders and Volunteers

Conference Features:

• 9 NEW! rockin' workshops for training Kids In Ministry
• NEW! ministry guests
• NEW! team networking luncheon on Saturday
• Worship and main sessions JUST FOR KIDS
• 18 top notch, interactive workshops
• Plan to Protect pre-conference training