Y’all! So much is changing this year with the Declare Conference compared to last year’s Mamas Write Conference.

There are the obvious changes…new name, more time together (2-days), more space (hotel vs. church) and more delicious food (4 full meals).

Today I want to share one of the biggest changes…the agenda.

Last year at Mamas Write God clearly spoke to our hearts about seeking Him in our writing and fulfilling His purpose for our lives (which I think we all needed to hear). But y’all gave us wonderful feedback that you wanted more tangible help with your blog…tips, ideas, tools.

This year we are not only going to remind you of your purpose in “declaring” His message, but EQUIP you to more efficiently and effectively deliver His message to a world desperately in need of His hope. 

We have spent many hours praying, seeking, and planning for this time of gathering together. Without further ado, here is the schedule we have been led to at this time. Of course there is the possibility for changes as August approaches, so definitely check back in July to get the most up-to-date agenda.

The breakout sessions are divided into four tracks:

Of course attendees are not required to stick with one track. Feel free to attend a mixture of breakout sessions.

Inspiration track–for the blogger who needs to be reminded of her purpose

Growth track–for the blogger who needs help with tasks of blogging & wants to grow in knowledge

 Challenge track–for the blogger who wants to expand the scope of her ministry &  explore new territories

Business track--for the blogger who wants to learn how to support her ministry financially 

FRIDAY-August 9^th, 2013

3:00 pm– REGISTRATION (for those staying at the hotel, check-in to rooms, etc).

*Selah space open (*sponsored by Seed Company)–From the Hebrew word, “selah” meaning “stop & listen” ,we hope this space is a quiet place to pray, reflect and put into action (journal) what God is declaring to you.

4:00 pm–Blogger meet & greet…time to connect and encourage other attendees (newbies & alumni)

5:30 pm – Dinner

6:30 pm Keynote—Mary DeMuth

7:30 pm Worship by the band “Undignified”

8:00 pm I Declare it’s time for Chocolate & Chatting

SATURDAY –August 10^th, 2013

8:00 am Breakfast in the Ballroom, Worship and Keynote—Jill Monaco

9:30 am 1st Breakout Sessions:

Declaring the Possibility: a journey through blogging & ministry –Kristen Schell

Efficient blogging-Kat Lee

 Leading others & balancing multiple blogging commitments-Katie Orr

 Monetizing your blog-Rachel Holland

10:30 am Break

10:45 am  2nd Breakout Sessions

Finding Inspiration when Raising a Family-September McCarthy

Find your Writing Voice—Mary DeMuth

Google +–Amy Lynn Andrews

Working with Sponsors—from the sponsor’s perspective–Jill Monaco 

11:45 am Break

12:15 pm Lunch in the Ballroom

1:30 pm 3^rd Breakout Sessions:

Authenticity as an overflow from your relationship with God-Lara Williams

Social Media 101-Amanda White (OhAmanda)

 Advanced Photography Class

Publication Panel-Mary DeMuth, Jeff Goins  

2:30 pm  Social break

3:30 pm 4^th Breakout Sessions

Social Media for Good

Purposeful photography-Wynne Elder

Making the Most of DIY posts-Abbie Halberstadt

Business of Blogging-Holly Homer

4:30 pm Break

5:30 Dinner

7:00 pm Keynote—Jeff Goins

8:00 pm Final chance to mix, mingle & make the most of gathering together!

Are you pumped?

God is going to do great things in this space!

Can’t wait to see you there! Get your ticket –>here.