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2023 World Conference

Join us for World Conference! “Courage” will be held 22-28 April 2023.

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Courage

Explore and interact with the story of the Good Samaritan through worship, celebration, and legislative meetings. With "Courage" as the theme, we will consider the example of Jesus, the peaceful One. Plan to be a part of this special event from 22-28 April 2023.

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News

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Preparation

Our journey to Conference has included a variety of spiritual formation, education, and community-building opportunities. From now to World Conference, we will be focusing on these three opportunities. Click to learn more.

 

Documents

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Registration

In Person

Register adults, students, and youth (ages 12+), and children (ages 8+) for 2023 World Conference.

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    Legislative Streaming

    Register to watch legislative sessions on Zoom and access online conference materials. (Previously Off-site Supporter)

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      Volunteer

      Sign up for volunteer opportunities such as serving communion, assisting at worship, and supporting conference attendees.

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        Youth Service Corps

        Submit a Youth Service Corps application for students in grades 6-12. Applications must be submitted by 31 March.

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          Conference Kids

          Register children (ages 6-11) for 2023 Conference Kids. Registration closes on 7 April.

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            Daycare

            Register infants and toddlers (ages 6 weeks-5 years old) for 2023 World Conference daycare. Registration closes on 7 April.

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              Review registration fees, World Conference Registration Agreement, Photo Release Agreement, and Conference Kid Agreement.

              Schedule

              World Conference officially begins with the opening legislative meeting at 10:00 a.m. Central Daylight Time USA on 22 April. Pre-conference activities begin on 21 April. All time are listed in Central Daylight Time USA.

              Pre-Conference Activities

              10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. 
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, west foyer

              Pre-Conference Activities

              9:00 a.m.—7:00 p.m. 
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:15—5:00 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              1:15—2:45 p.m.
              Discussion, Information, Presentation, Workshop, Formation, Peace Award Connections
              Temple, various locations

              3:00—4:30 p.m.
              Discussion, Information, Presentation, Workshop, Formation, Peace Award Connections
              Temple, various locations

              Courage to Bless

              8:30 a.m.—6:45 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              8:30 a.m.—6:45 p.m.
              Mission Expo
              Temple

              8:30 a.m.—6:45 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              8:15—9:30 a.m.
              Discussion and Information Sessions
              Temple, various locations

              9:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m. 
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              10:00 a.m.—Noon
              Opening Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber
              Offering will be received during the session

              12:15 p.m.
              Lunch

              12:30—1:45 p.m.
              Lunch and Learn with Peace Award Recipient
              Temple

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:45—5:00 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              2:00—4:30 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              5:00 p.m.
              Dinner

              7:00—8:30 p.m.
              International Peace Award Service
              Temple Sanctuary and on YouTube
              Offering will be received during the worship

              Courage to see

              7:00—9:00 a.m.
              Rehearsals and Trainings

              8:30—9:30 a.m.
              Morning Meditation—Prepare for Communion
              Temple Sanctuary

              10:00—11:30 a.m.
              Communion Service
              Conference Chamber and on YouTube
              Offering will be received during the worship

              11:30 a.m.
              Lunch

              12:00—4:30 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              12:00—6:45 p.m.
              Mission Expo
              Temple

              1:00—5:30 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              1:00—3:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace followed by Time with the First Presidency
              Conference Chamber and on YouTube
              Delegate seating; Nondelegate seating available

              1:00—6:30 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              3:30—5:00 p.m.
              Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
              Various Locations

              5:00 p.m.
              Dinner

              6:30—8:30 p.m.
              Experience the Temple
              Temple, various locations

              Courage to act

              8:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              8:30—10:00 a.m.
              Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
              Various Locations

              10:00 a.m.—6:30 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              12:00 p.m.
              Lunch

              12:30—1:30 p.m.
              Lunch and Learn with the Peace Award Recipient
              Temple

              12:00—2:00 p.m.
              Mission Expo
              Temple

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:30—5:00 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              2:00—4:30 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              4:30 p.m.
              Dinner

              7:00—8:30 p.m.
              Worship Service
              Conference Chamber and on YouTube
              Offering will be received during the worship

              8:30 p.m.
              Evening Fellowship, Youth and Young Adult Opportunities

              Courage to serve

              8:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              8:30—10:00 a.m.
              Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
              Various Locations

              10:00 a.m.—6:30 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              12:00 p.m.
              Lunch

              12:00—2:00 p.m.
              Mission Expo
              Temple

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:30—5:00 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              2:00—4:30 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              4:30 p.m.
              Dinner

              7:00—8:30 p.m.
              Ordination Service
              Conference Chamber and on YouTube
              Offering will be received during the worship

              8:30 p.m.
              Evening Fellowship, Youth and Young Adult Opportunities

              Courage to nurture

              8:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              8:30—10:00 a.m.
              Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
              Various Locations

              10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              12:00 p.m.
              Lunch

              12:00—2:00 p.m.
              Mission Expo
              Temple

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:45—5:00 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              2:00—4:30 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              7:00 p.m.
              Community Celebrations

              7:00 p.m.
              International Campfire
              World Plaza

              Courage to share

              8:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              8:30—10:00 a.m.
              Priesthood and Caucus Meetings
              Various Locations

              10:00 a.m.—6:30 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              12:00 p.m.
              Lunch

              12:00—2:00 p.m.
              Mission Expo
              Temple

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:45—5:00 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              2:00—4:30 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              4:30 p.m. 
              Dinner

              7:00—8:30 p.m.
              Courage to Share
              Conference Chamber and on YouTube
              Offering will be received during the worship

              8:30 p.m.
              Evening Fellowship, Youth and Young Adult Opportunities

              Courage to Journey

              8:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
              Registration Booth
              Auditorium, first floor, E

              8:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting
              Conference Chamber

              10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
              Event Store
              Auditorium, first floor, W

              12:00 p.m.
              Lunch

              1:00 p.m.
              Prayer for Peace
              Temple Sanctuary

              1:45—5:00 p.m.
              Conference Kids, Childcare
              Advanced enrollment required

              2:00—4:30 p.m.
              Legislative Meeting and Sending Forth
              Conference Chamber
              Sending Forth will be in Conference Chamber and on YouTube and begins at 3:45 p.m.
              Offering will be received during the session

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              Community of Christ International Headquarters

              1001 W. Walnut, Independence, MO US 64050
               

               

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