WELCOME

Thank you for your interest in the national AG Senior Adult Ministries (SAM) Conference scheduled for Sept. 4-6, 2024 in Branson, MO at the Hilton Hotel Convention Center!

On this website, you’ll find information about schedule, registration, housing, plus other details to help you prepare for this exciting Conference!

If you have questions that are not answered on this website, please call (417) 862-2781, ext. 4055 or ext. 4004. You can also email to: [email protected]; or [email protected].

This SAM Conference will bring together senior adults from across our nation for a time of spiritual renewal, fellowship, and worship. Our theme in 2024 is “Fresh and Flourishing”, taken from Psalm 92:14 (KJV):

“They shall still bear fruit in old age; they shall be fresh and flourishing.”

Each speaker, musical guest, and workshop leader have been carefully selected for your spiritual growth and enjoyment.

We look forward to seeing you in Branson this September!

Bob and Sherilyn Cook – SAM Conference hosts

Bob & Sherilyn Cook
Doug Clay
Malcolm Burleigh
Elly Marroquin
Louie & Kathy Salazar
Richard Exley
Martha Tennison
The Erwins

SCHEDULE

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

BRANSON CONVENTION CENTER
200 S. SYCAMORE ST.
BRANSON, MO  65616

Wednesday, September 4th
Noon – 7:00 PM Registration opens
1:00 PM Exhibits and My Healthy Church Store open
7:00 – 8:45 PM General Session I
Malcom Burleigh; The Erwins
8:45 PM Immediately following the Sept 4 General Session, a dessert reception in the Compton Ferry Room will be held for all Widows & Widowers who are registered for the Conference. (indicate on registration form if planning to attend)
 
Thursday, September 5th
7:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 – 10:30 AM General Session II
  Elly Marroquin
11:00 – Noon Workshop sessions
Rest For Your Soul: Spiritual Rhythms & Practices to Cultivate a Restful Soul – Johnese Burtram
Wisdom in Giving, Blessing in Planning – Don Headlee
How to Develop a Dynamic Second Half Ministry in YOUR Church – John & Judy Heide
Recruiting Volunteers in the Local Church for Nursing Home Ministry – Shawn Oberg
Journey Through the Bible – Jeremy Stein/p>
Yes, I Can Do That! – Billy & Valerie Thomas
Never (Just) Babysit Your Grandkids – Jimmy White
Engaging Younger Generations in Senior Adult Ministry – Wes and Judy Wick
12:15 PM Springfield tours depart (limited space; additional cost)
7:00 – 8:45 PM General Session III
Doug Clay
8:45 PM Birthday Party reception!

Friday, September 6th
7:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00 AM Workshop sessions
Relating to Widows and Widowers – Marlene Craft
Helping Senior Adults Avoid Fraud & Scams – Rollie Dimos
Unforgettable Grandparenting: Passing on the Legacy of Faith – Robb Dunham
Prayer That Ignites Revival! – Joe Oden
Effective Senior Adult Ministry in the Local Church – Dan Parotti
Three Ways to Demonstrate God’s Love to Those Struggling With Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity – Gwenda Plummer
Essential Steps for Safeguarding Your Legacy – Louie & Kathy Salazar
Navigating Generations and Generational Change – Don Tucker
10:30 – Noon General Session IV
Richard Exley; Martha Tennison
Communion and dismissal – Bob & Sherilyn Cook

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

  1. Mobility Friendly: Any guests looking for mobility assistance, please contact our preferred partner, Branson Mobility Rental, to reserve a scooter in advance.
  2. OPTIONAL TOUR TO SPRINGFIELD CURRENTLY FULL

REGISTRATION

Registration cost: $99
Cost after August 4, 2024: $109
Cost Onsite: $119

Includes:
2 breakfast Buffet Meals (Thursday & Friday)
Dessert Reception
4 general Sessions featuring excellent speakers, musical guests, and worship leaders
2 workshop/breakout sessions for training

Registration for only one night or one day (NO breakfast included):
One night (either Wed or Thurs): $20
One day: (either Thurs or Fri): $35

Register Online Now

Download A Mail-In Registration Form

HOUSING

To expedite your reservation – BE SURE To:

  1. Click on the Book Online button below to access the Hotel Reservation page (the link pre-populates your group code).
  2. Click “Book a Room” Link
  3. To edit your stay for the conference, click the “Edit Stay” hyperlink
  4. Make reservations as soon as possible. The special room rate will be available until Friday, August 16, 2024, or until room block is sold-out, whichever comes first.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT – as of mid-June, we have been notified that our room block for both the Hilton Branson Convention Center AND the Hilton Promenade across the street are almost completely full.

When a property is sold out, it will still appear when one clicks on the Book Online icon, but the “Book a Room” link under that property will not be available. (If/when cancellations occur and a room(s) becomes available, the “Book a Room” link will re-appear under the appropriate property.)

To book a room at another hotel, you will find a complete listing of Branson area hotels on the Explore Branson link. If you desire to find the closest hotels to the Hilton Branson Convention Center, go to the Registration part of the website, click on Register Online Now, and you will see on the right column a listing for Nearby Hotels. Click on that to see the closest sites.

If you have further questions about lodging, call 417-862-2781, ext. 4004, or ask for Sheila in the Convention Services Group office.

If you would like to spend additional days in Branson either before or after the meeting, the group rate could be offered and is BASED ON AVAILABILITY. Select “Edit Stay” hyperlink to check availability.

Reservation Guidelines: To secure a guest room reservation, a major credit card will be required. Reservations cancelled within 24 hours of arrival will incur a charge for the first night’s Room/Tax charge.

Check-In/Out Time: Our check-in time is 4:00 PM; check-out time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before 4:00 PM will be accommodated as rooms become available. Hotel bellmen can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early when rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day.

Early Departure Fee: If a guest checks out prior to the guest's reserved checkout date, the Hotel will add an early check-out fee to that guest's individual account (currently, one night’s Room/Tax). Guests wishing to avoid an early checkout fee should advise the Hotel 48 hours prior to day of arrival.

Parking Options/Fees: Guests of the hotel can either park at our Self-Parking Garage for $15/Day for unlimited in & out privileges, or Valet Park for $25/Day for unlimited in & out privileges. Guests will check into the Hotel prior to selecting their parking options.

Incidental Hold on Credit Card: Guests that provide their own credit card for Incidentals, will have an authorized hold of $50/day on their credit card account. If no Incidental charges are made during time of stay, anticipate 3 – 5 days post check-out before authorization hold is released. Discourage use of debit cards, as release of funds may take longer.

Below is the official Hilton Online Link and phone reservation information for SAM Adult Ministry Conference:

Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing Hotel

3 Branson Landing
Branson, Missouri 65616

866-568-0860

Additional housing can be found at these local hotels
(no special conference rates available):

Best Western Landing View

403 W Main St
Branson, MO 65616
417-334-6464

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Branson 76 Central

1970 W. State Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
417-336-1100

Baymont Inn by Wyndham Branson – On the Strip

1000 W Main St
Branson, MO 65616
417-297-0142

For those traveling by RV, see the list below for RV parks nearby the conference location.

Branson Lakeside RV Park - 0.7 miles

300 S. Boxcar Willie Dr
Branson, MO 65616
Call 417-334-2915 for details

Table Rock State Park – 9.5 miles

5272 State Hwy 165
Branson, MO 65616
Call 417-334-4704 for details.

Branson Stage Coach RV Park – 8.9 miles

5751 MO 165
Branson, MO 65616
Call 417-335-8185 for details.

Branson KOA – 5.3 miles

397 Animal Safari Rd
Branson, MO 65616
Call 417-334-4414 for details.

Ozark Country Campground – 7.1 miles

679 Quebec Dr
Branson, MO 65616
Call 417-334-4681 for details.

CAN I RECEIVE A REFUND OR TRANSFER MY REGISTRATION TO ANOTHER REGISTRANT?

Cancellation Policy

We understand that life circumstances can change and affect schedules. With that in mind, we provide the following alternatives to assist you in the event of a change.

Registration can be cancelled and refunded if requested before August 3, 2024. Request must include:

  • Detailed outline of refund request
  • Registrant name(s)
  • Event name

All refund requests must be submitted in writing by email to [email protected], or mailed to:

National AG Senior Adult Conference
1445 N. Boonville Avenue
Springfield, MO 65802

Please note: NO TELEPHONE requests will be accepted.

Ticket transfers (between registrants) will be available to delegates until August 30, 2024. Refunds are not available for transferred registrations.

There will be a $10 per person processing fee for refund requests received through August 3, 2024.

Any refund requests received after August 3, 2024 will incur a $25 per person processing fee.

We understand COVID also presents several challenges and will provide solutions on a case by case basis.

SPONSORS / EXHIBITORS

Gold Sponsors

 

Silver Sponsors

 

Bronze Sponsors

Flower Pentecostal Heritage Center
Center for Holy Lands Studies

 

Exhibitors

Aged Ministers Assistance
Sight and Sound Theater
PhoneLive.io
God Cares
Widows Link
US Missionaries – John & Judy Heide
US Missionaries – Wes & Judy Wick

 

The Senior Adult Ministries Conference offers the best opportunity to connect with senior adults and leaders in the Assemblies of God from across the nation. At least 700-800 senior adults are expected to gather in Branson.

For a complete list of Exhibitor and Sponsorship opportunities please visit the registration page.

For any questions, please contact [email protected] or call 417-862-2781 ext. 4053.