The Joys of Serving Together
Location: Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO
Date: October 20 – 22
There’s deep joy in walking side by side in life and ministry. The Focused Pastor Couples Conference is a time to celebrate that calling, bringing pastoral couples together for 3 days of rest, encouragement, and gospel-centered teaching.
This year’s theme, The Joys of Serving Together, celebrates the unique calling and shared joy of serving in ministry together. Through practical sessions, meaningful conversations, and biblical insight, couples will be equipped to lead with unity, guard their marriage, and find renewed joy in the mission they share.
Whether you’re new in ministry or have been serving together for years, come be refreshed, encouraged, and reminded of the gift it is to serve together.
What to Expect
| Honest conversations about the joys and challenges of ministry life
| Unhurried time to rest, reconnect, and laugh with your spouse
| Community with other pastoral couples who understand the journey
| Biblical encouragement and practical tools to serve in step—together and with Christ
Featured Speaker
Gary Thomas
Gary Thomas is a bestselling author and speaker whose ministry focuses on helping people grow closer to Christ and deepen their relationships. He has written over 20 books, including Sacred Marriage and When to Walk Away, with more than two million copies sold worldwide. Gary serves as a teaching pastor at Cherry Hills Community Church and an adjunct faculty member at Western Seminary. Gary and his wife, Lisa, have been married for 40 years and enjoy life with their three grown children and two grandchildren.
Dave Stone
Tony Wood
Tony Wood serves as the Pastor of Mission Bible Church in Orange County, California. He holds a Doctor of Ministry from The Master’s University and is the author of multiple books including Defining Deception and The Little Red Book of Marriage & Family. Alongside his wife Bre, he co-hosts the Date Night With the Woods podcast to encourage marriages and families in the local church. They are the thankful parents of three children.
Bre Wood
Bre Wood has been joyfully married to her husband Tony for 20 years and is the homemaking mama of three. She co-hosts the Date Night With the Woods podcast and is the co-author of The Little Red Book of Marriage & Family, encouraging couples to build Christ-centered homes. Bre is grateful for the opportunity to serve and support ministry wives from across the country in their unique calling.
Featured Music By
Robbie Seay & The Worship Initiative
Some Testimonials
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Conference Schedule
Monday, October 20
Evening
4:30 pm — Doors Open for Pre-Conference Check-in
5:00 pm — Pre-Conference Events (1-hour)
6:00 pm — Dinner Break (Offsite: Pre-Conference Attendees)
6:30 pm — Check-in for All Attendees
7:00 pm — Session 1
Tuesday, October 21
Morning
8:30 am — Doors Open
9:00 am — Session 2
10:25 am — Break
10:45 am — Session 3
Evening
6:30 pm — Doors Open
7:00 pm — Session 4
7:45 pm — Break
8:00 pm — Dessert Reception + Comedian
Wednesday, October 22
Morning
8:00 am — Doors Open
8:30 am — Session 6
10:00 am — Break
10:20 am — Final Session
11:30 am – Closing Remarks
Sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
Is childcare provided?
Childcare will not be provided. This is time designed specifically for you and your spouse only.
What should I bring?
Just bring you and your spouse! You are welcome to bring a water bottle.
What is the refund policy and how do I cancel my registration?
Requests received by August 24, 2025, will receive a full refund. After August 24, no refunds will be provided. To request a refund, email [email protected] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459) with your full name and email address.
Are the Preconference sessions an additional fee?
There is an additional fee of $25 per person if you plan to attend one of the preconference events.
Will there be food or beverages available during the conference?
Yes! Complimentary water, coffee, and snacks will be available throughout the event. On Tuesday evening, October 21, we’re hosting a special dessert reception paired with a live comedy show—designed to be a fun and relaxing date night for you and your spouse. Please note that full meals will not be served during the conference.
Will the event be livestreamed or recorded? How can I access it?
Yes! The event will be livestreamed for free—but you’ll need to register to receive access. The livestream will include the main sessions, but please note that worship will not be included.
What’s the agenda for the event?
Great question! Please navigate to the schedule section of the website.
Who do I contact if I need help with registration and/or general event support
Email [email protected] or call 1-800-A-FAMILY (232-6459) with your full name and email address.
Where do I book my hotel?
Focus on the Family has partnered with the below listed local hotels to provide special rates on a limited first-come, first-serve basis. When making your reservation, please be sure to note that you are attending Focus on the Family’s Pastor’s Conference.
Drury Inn & Suites – 4 miles from venue
Phone: (719) 598-2500
Hilton Garden Inn – ½ mile from venue
Phone: (719) 598-6866
Homewood Inn & Suites – ½ mile from venue
Phone: (719) 265-6600
Additional local hotels can be found HERE.
How do I get from the airport to the hotel?
There are a few options for transportation available at the Denver and Colorado Springs airports. Rental cars and Uber/Lyft are available at the links below:
Denver (77 miles from venue)
Downtown Colorado Springs (11 miles from venue)
Parking and Driving Instructions
Parking is located at the Focus on the Family Administration Building, by the half-circle driveway with the flags and the Focus on the Family sign. Check-in is located in the Main Lobby of the Administration building
Travel & Accommodations
Hotel
Focus on the Family has partnered with some local hotels (including Drury Inn & Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, and Homewood inn & Suites) to provide special rates on a limited first-come, first-serve basis. When making your reservation, please be sure to note that you are attending Focus on the Family’s Pastor’s Conference. Click the button below to see hotel listings, distances from the hotel properties to the venue, amenities, and more. Book your hotel rooms soon!
Ground Transportation
For information on ground transportation options, including Uber, Lyft, car rental, etc., please click the button below.
Dining Options
There are many great dining options near Focus on the Family venue. Click the button below to see what’s available.