Acts 29 Sent And Sending Conference 2025

Ephesians 2 reminds us that we are God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus for good works that He prepared in advance for us to do. You have a unique calling, and we want to help you step into it with confidence. That’s why we’ve designed a special track at our conference—one that will equip you to respond to God’s call and celebrate those He has sent and is still sending. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired, equipped, and encouraged in your mission.

SPEAKERS

J.D. Greear

Summit Church //
Raleigh, NC

J.D. is the pastor of The Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham, NC, the author of several books and the founder of J.D. Greear Ministries. He also is the pastor of Summit Life, a daily broadcast and weekly TV program, and the Ask the Pastor podcast.

John Rinehart

Author, Gospel Patrons

John is a speaker, writer, and film producer. He and his wife Renée started Gospel Patrons after seeing God powerfully use John's first book, Gospel Patrons, to inspire thousands of business leaders and young professionals to discover their purpose and calling in God's kingdom. John now speaks at conferences and events, continues to write books and articles, and leads the team of creatives at gospelpatrons.org.

Joel Smyer

President, NCF North Texas

Joel guides National Christian Foundation North Texas as its founding President and General Counsel. Prior to helping launch the foundation, Joel was a partner in a Fort Worth law firm where he practiced law in various areas of civil litigation. Joel is a graduate of Baylor University (1990) and Baylor University School of Law (1993). He is married to Laura and together they are parents to six kids.

EVENT SCHEDULE

Tuesday, October 28

9:00 a.m. General Session with J.D. Greear
10:45 a.m. Tax-Wise Giving: Multiplying Impact but not Taxes (Workshop with Joel Smyers, NCF)
12:15 p.m. Lunch with Matt Chandler and Brian Howard
2:00 p.m. A Gospel Patron: Responding to Your Unique Calling (Workshop with John Rinehart, Gospel Patrons)
3:30 p.m. Break
5:00 p.m. Sent and Sending Happy Hour
5:30 p.m. Sent and Sending Dinner and Program
7:30 p.m. End of Day

Donors are welcome to attend the following additional sessions:
Monday, October 27 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 29 9:00-12:00 p.m.

WORKSHOPS

TAX-WISE GIVING: Multiplying Impact But Not Taxes

Joel Smyer, National Christian Foundation

What if you could devote not just cash, but business and other assets, to kingdom causes? Consider how your complete financial picture could benefit, alongside gospel-centered ministry, when you maximize the resources God has entrusted you. Learn about real estate, deferred, and non-cash gifting strategies that can help you grow mission impact wxhile benefiting your overall financial position.

A GOSPEL PATRON: Responding to Your Unique Calling

John Rinehart, Gospel Patrons

The Sistine Chapel would not exist without patrons. The great missions and ministries we support today exist because someone, somewhere answered God’s call. Gospel Patrons founder John Rinehart has made an exception to his year-long sabbatical to encourage and equip high-capacity individuals and families to fully commit to the unique, God-given mission to which they have been called to devote their time, their energy, and their wealth.

LOCATION

Irving Convention Center
500 W Las Colinas Blvd.
Irving, TX 75039

Located in the heart of the central business hub of Irving, Texas, the stunning Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas is a premiere meeting destination in North Texas and the surrounding Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan region.

Attendees can fly into the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Depending on traffic, DFW is only about a 10-minute drive to the Convention Center. Additionally, the Convention Center has a convenient stop on the DART Light Rail (Orange Line), an easy 17-minute ride from the DFW station. DAL is approximately a 20-minute drive.

LODGING

Lodging needs can be met by the Acts 29 Development staff. Contact Jackie Levesque at development@acts29.com to arrange your accommodations at the Acts 29 Sent & Sending Conference for Donors.

REGISTRATION

Registration is free, but please use the link below to confirm your attendance.

FAQ

Who should attend the Acts 29 Sent and Sending Conference?

If you want to grow as a supporter of Kingdom causes, and to be inspired about gospel growth around the world, then the Sent and Sending Conference is for you. While we are welcoming longtime Acts 29 donors, we also welcome those of you from our Acts 29 churches who simply hope to grow as kingdom cause supporters (whatever cause that might be).

How does this event connect to the larger Acts 29 Conference?

The Acts 29 conference is designed to encourage and equip church leaders and planters to join with and be supported by Acts 29 so that we can plant more churches and make more disciples worldwide. We have designed this complementary conference track just for donors, to engage you with the gospel-centered mission of Acts 29, but also to equip you to respond to the unique calling your Creator has given to you.

What workshops will be offered during the conference?

The Sent and Sending conference has two tracks that are separate from the Acts 29 conference, and are specifically designed for people with a call from God to support kingdom work. Those tracks are described above. However, you will be welcome to attend other workshops at the conference, designed with church leaders and planters in mind, including sessions on Monday, October 27, (6:30-8:30 pm) or on Wednesday, October 29 (9:00 am – noon). We will announce all workshop sessions closer to the event.

Do I need to be a part of an Acts 29 church to attend the conference?

While we are focusing on those who attend or are members of Acts 29 churches, others are also welcome to join us as we learn more about being sent, and sending out those who are called.

Can I cancel or transfer my registration?

Since there is no cost to attend, we simply ask that you communicate a change in plans to development@acts29.com.

What airport should I fly into?

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is about eight miles from the Irving Convention Center. Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is about 10 miles from the Irving Convention Center.

Should I rent a car during the conference?

We recommend using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft, but you can rent a car. Many restaurants are within walking distance from the convention center.

Where should I park during the conference?

The Irving Convention Center has two parking garages. We recommend parking in the North Garage, which is closest to the convention center. The South Garage is next to the Westin, just across the street. The current parking rate is $15 per car per day, with NO in-and-out (if a car leaves and returns on the same day, payment is due every time you enter the garage). There are additional independent parking structures within walking distance due South of the convention center at the Toyota Music Factory and at the Urban Towers.