Equipping ministry professionals and lay leaders to skillfully, confidently, and lovingly minister God's Word to those looking for answers.
You'll Grow as a Counselor
The week is packed with practical Biblical Counseling Training from men and women who have counseled for decades. We promise you'll go home a more equipped counselor.
You'll Grow in Christ
As you interact with the 2,000+ counselors, and listen to our experienced speakers, you'll be challenged to become a more faithful disciple and disciple-maker.
Conference Speakers
Brad Bigney has served as the Senior Pastor of Grace Fellowship Church since 1996. He is is an ACBC-certified counselor and is involved in the counseling ministry of his church, as well as teaching in other conferences and training centers across the nation.He’s the author of Gospel Treason – Betraying the Gospel with Hidden Idols.
Brad Bigney has served as the Senior Pastor of Grace Fellowship Church since 1996.
Elyse Fitzpatrick is the author of more than 20 books. She is a frequent conference and retreat speaker. She is an ACBC-certified counselor and is director of Women Helping Women Ministries. Among her books are Because He Loves Me, Found in Him, Counsel from the Cross, Answering Your Kids’ Toughest Question, and Give Them Grace
Elyse Fitzpatrick is the author of more than 20 books and a frequent conference and retreat speaker.
Dr. Steve Viars has served as a pastor and counselor at Faith since 1987. He is an international speaker and a board member of both the Biblical Counseling Coalition and Vision of Hope. He is the author of Putting Your Past in Its Place and was a managing editor of Christ-Centered Biblical Counseling
Dr. Steve Viars has served as a pastor and counselor at Faith since 1987.
Tracks
All conference guests select one of the six training tracks to attend all week. While we do not require attendees to select a particular track, we recommend taking Tracks 1-3 in order.
Each year we live stream the evening sessions from Track 1 and the Friday morning Closing Plenary on our FBCM Facebook page. Afterwards, you'll be able to view it on demand from our BCTC Video page.
Schedule
The conference sign-in is Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
@ Northend Community Center
Sign-in Location
Northend Community Center
Friday
4:00 pm: Sign-in
5:00-8:30 pm: Preconference Sessions
8:30-9:30 pm: Option Northend Community Center Tour
Saturday
8:00 am - 4:45 pm: Preconference Sessions
Lunch is provided
@ Faith East & Faith West
(specific Track locations TBD)
Sunday
3:00 pm: Sign-in
6:00 - 6:30 pm: Welcome & Worship
6:30 - 8:00 pm: First Session
Weekdays
Mon-Wed: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu: 8:00 am - 8:30 pm (with dinner break on your own)
Fri: 8:00 am - 11:15 am
(Lunch provided on site Monday - Thursday)
Register early for a discounted rate! Cost includes a conference notebook, snacks during breaks, and lunch on Monday-Thursday.
Please Note: All registrants will receive an email within a few weeks of the conference giving them the opportunity to opt-in to the gluten-free menu.
Travel & Accomodations
There are several options for traveling to/from Lafayette and accommodations overnight when you get here, including discounted rates at select hotels. Free housing is also available on a limited basis for those who otherwise cannot attend the conference.
#BCTConf Facebook Group
Since the people you meet are one of the greatest resources that the BCTC offers, join our #BCTConf Facebook group to help facilitate the creation of those relationships. In addition to networking and communicating with other guests, you'll also be able to
- View all timeline activity: messages, announcements, etc. and/or post your own comments/photos
- Find links to:
- Area Maps: campus locations, restaurants & hotels
- Speakers: all of the featured speakers and conference instructors
- Schedules: all of the track sessions along with their times and locations
- Venue Maps: architectural diagrams, color coded by tracks, to help you find your track’s location
