Our 2024 conference theme was “Linking Arms and Equipping Chaplains.” Every I.F.O.C. conference is packed with excellent learning opportunities for Chaplains. 2024 was no different!
However, this year’s main focus was “linking arms.” We know that ministry can be tough, and it’s easy to feel like you’re on your own. That’s why we provided “Connection Hours” at the conference to allow you to connect with other chaplains from inside and outside your region.
These are times to talk, encourage, share stories, pray, play games, and build friendships. We want you to leave with better relationships.
Connect with other like-minded Chaplains from around the world.
Make life-long friends at the conference.
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The conference will include a ceremony on Friday to pray over and formally commission Chaplains who have been licensed and ordained since the 2022 conference or have not had the opportunity to have this experience in person.
We’re excited to add two breakout sessions on day two of the conference! When registering, please choose the class you’d like to attend for each breakout session.
For the first session, choose between:
For the second session, choose between:
The breakout sessions are interactive sessions between attendees and chaplains who are actively practicing in or interested in learning more about this specific area of chaplaincy.
The local Hampton Inn Hotel in Temple, TX, has offered our Chaplains a discounted rate of $99 per night. Use the link below to register. Book yours while they are still available at these prices!
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The Residence Inn in Temple, TX, has also offered our Chaplains a discounted rate of $109 per night. Use the link below to register.
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Discounted rates are available from Wednesday the 11th through Sunday the 15th. Double-check the dates you wish to stay when you reserve.
The convention center has 12 RV spaces that are available to rent. These include electric hook-up only (both 30 and 50 amp). **No water or sewer hookup **
The cost is $25 per night, and spots are available Wednesday night through Sundayday morning. Contact the office at (254-314-2159) to reserve your RV spot.
Two airports are close to the conference:
The Killeen – Fort Hood (GRK) airport is the closest. It is approximately a 25-minute drive from the venue. It offers AA flights from DFW several times a day.
The Austin Bergstrom (AUS) airport is also close. It is approximately an hour’s drive from the venue but offers many direct flights from around the country and internationally.
Temple, Texas
Frank W. Mayborn Center
3303 N. 3rd St.
Temple, TX 76501
Interested in having a booth at the I.F.O.C. Connections Conference?
Click here to view the 2024 Exhibitor/Sponsorship document.
Interested Exhibitors and Vendors, please call the I.F.O.C. office at (254) 314-2159 for further information.
*Eligible Sponsors: August 1st is the deadline to have your logo added to the conference presentation.
Lunch will be provided with admission to the conference, and snacks will be provided during the Thursday afternoon fellowship time.
IFOC Training Certificates will be provided for the classes attended and completed.
The I.F.O.C. conference is open to active I.F.O.C. Chaplains and their spouses.
Marketplace Chaplains is our Platinum sponsor for this year’s conference.
Hope Force International is a Silver sponsor for this year’s conference
Dr. Serrano is Manna University’s President and previous Dean of Graduate Studies & Program Director for their Master of Arts in Christian Leadership program. He is a U.S. Army Veteran with a B.A. in Psychology, an M.A. in Pastoral Counseling, and a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership.
Dr. Serrano will present I.F.O.C.’s keynote session on Resilient Relationships – How to Stand Up and Bounce Back.
I.F.O.C. President
Navigating Chaplaincy in a Divisive Environment
Chaplaincy in a Changing World
The Ministry of Presence
Self Care 3.0
Chaplaincy & Generation Z (How to Serve the Next Generation)
Discover creative ways to encourage others and to motivate them toward acts of compassion, doing beautiful works as expressions of love.
This is not the time to pull away and neglect meeting together, as some have formed the habit of doing. In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning.
– Hebrews 10:24-25
Early Bird Registration Before 8/11/24 – $195
Late Registration After 8/11/24 – $225
Please call the main office for a discount for couples, Virtual Leaders, and Corps Commanders.
