ABOUT
ONE DAYS
GrowLeader One Day events offer pastors and church leaders the opportunity to dive deep into a specific area of ministry. Whether it’s improving weekend services, reaching the next generation, or mastering church finances, you’ll leave equipped to make a lasting impact.
Each event focuses on practical, actionable strategies to strengthen your church and empower your leadership team. Led by Pastor Chris Hodges and experienced Church of the Highlands staff, these events are designed to provide life-giving teaching and meaningful connections.
Location: Birmingham, AL
Price: $95 per attendee
WHAT TO
EXPECT
GrowLeader One Days combine rich teaching from Pastor Chris Hodges with breakout sessions led by experienced Highlands staff who are experts in their topic area.
With main sessions focused on the spotlight topic of the event, attendees will also have exclusive opportunities to engage with the specialized Church of the Highlands leaders between sessions, ensuring practical and personalized connections.
Strengthen the church.
Reach the world.
SCHEDULE
*All times are in local time and subject to change.
8:00AM Registration
8:30AM Doors Open
9:00AM Main Session
Break
10:35AM Main Session
12:00PM Lunch (On-site)
12:30PM Breakout Sessions
Break
2:40PM Main Session
Break
3:30PM Dismissal
FAQ's
Who is able to attend the GrowLeader Conference?
GrowLeader Conference is designed to train and equip pastors and church leaders. Any member of your church staff or team are welcome to attend. This is an in-person only event.
Is there a limit to how many people I can bring to GrowLeader 2025?
Because we want to accommodate as many churches as possible at this event, each church is limited to 8 attendees max. This amount includes all multi-site locations and schools associated with the church.
How do I contact GrowLeader if I have a question about my registration?
If you have any questions about your registration, GrowLeader, or the experience in general, please email our team at events@growleader.com.
What is the address of the conference?
The GrowLeader Conference will be held in two locations this year:
Grants Mill - 4700 Highlands Way Birmingham, AL 35210
Grandview - 3660 Grandview Pkwy Birmingham, AL 35243
Please review your registration to confirm which location you and your team have registered for!
Does GrowLeader host any other live events?
GrowLeader hosts several different live events. You can view them here.
Are there refunds available if I am unable to attend?
Thank you for understanding that your GrowLeader Registration may not be transferred to a future date and is non-refundable. We want to provide the best experience possible for every attendee and be great stewards of the budget.
Though we cannot refund registration fees, please know that your investment supports the training and equipping of our church leaders worldwide.
Will this event be streamed or will I be able to re-watch it?
We believe the GrowLeader Conference is best experienced in person for hands-on learning and the ability to connect with like-minded church leaders from around the world. Currently, there is no plan to broadcast the sessions online.
Are children allowed at GrowLeader Conference?
While families are important to us, this is an adults-only event. Because we are trying to create a distraction-free environment for all attendees, we do not allow children of any age to attend the event, and we are unable to make exceptions.
How can I access Highlands Resources?
You can access the hundreds of free church resources through Highlands Resources here.
If I have a question for a specific department, how can I get that answered?
Our Highlands Resource team would be happy to answer any of your questions and get you connected to the best resource. You can visit highlandsresources.com or contact them by email at resources@churchofthehighlands.com
How do I access the GrowLeader Podcast?
You can access the GrowLeader Podcast and show notes here.
Will the lunch provided include a Gluten Free Option?
Yes! You can locate any of our staff or volunteers to ask about the gluten-free meal option.