Registration

Thanks to some generous donors, we offer Refresh Conference scholarships to some ministry leaders and spouses who may not be able to afford to attend on their own.

Available Scholarships

All Expense Paid Scholarship for ministry leader and spouse (1 awarded)
- Transportation
- Meals during the conference
- Hotel for 3 nights (check in on the first day of the conference and check out on the last
  day of the conference)
Free Conference Registration (5 awarded)
- Free Refresh Conference registration (individual or couple)
- On-campus lunches on Wednesday and Thursday

Eligibility

Applicants must meet both of the following requirements:

Must be currently serving in a ministry full-time.
- Retired or part-time individuals do not qualify for this scholarship.
- Ministry workers who serve full-time in ministry and work a second job are eligible to apply.
Must be located within the continental United States.
- Applicants from Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories, and countries outside of the U.S are not eligible.

Application Deadline and Awarding Timeline

All applications must be received by September 1.

Selected applicants will be notified by email no later than September 30, 2026. Please note that additional information will be needed from the recipients by October 15, 2026.

Application

First and Last Name *

Spouse's Name (if applicable)

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Home Address *

Which scholarship would you like to apply for? (You can select both options if you like.) *
All-Expense Paid Scholarship Free Registration Scholarship

Are you currently serving in ministry full-time? *
Yes No

How many years have you served in ministry? *

Have you attended the Refresh Conference previously? *
Yes No

If so, how many years have you attended the Refresh Conference?

Name of Your Church/Ministry *

Ministry City and State *

What is your role/job title in your ministry? *

What is the approximate size of your ministry (in terms of people)? *

Does your ministry allot money in the budget for you to attend a conference annually? *
Yes No

If so, how much does your ministry allot?

Using the scale below, please rate your level of weariness in the ministry currently (1-10) *

How do you anticipate this conference aiding you and your ministry? *

Is there any other information you would like to share? *

What is the first name of our institution's president? *

If you have a question that is not addressed here, please contact Bri Harrier by email (harrierb@faith.edu) or by phone (515-964-0601).

FAQs for exhibitors are located on the exhibitors page, and additional exhibitor questions should be directed to Rachel Palma (palmar@faith.edu).

Who may attend the Refresh Conference?

This conference is for all Christian leaders and their spouses. Bring your entire ministry team! Camp directors, pastors, and missionaries will all benefit from this conference.

What does the registration fee include?

All conference sessions
All conference materials
Access to the hospitality room with a wide variety of complimentary snacks and drinks
Wednesday banquet

Are meals included with my registration?

Your registration includes the Wednesday night banquet.

Optional lunch tickets may be purchased when you register for the conference. A limited number of lunch tickets are available due to limited capacity in our dining hall. Unused meal tickets will not be refunded.

Ankeny also has many restaurant options for your enjoyment.

Can I bring my children to the conference?

To best serve all attendees, and due to space limitations, Refresh Conference will no longer be able to provide childcare beginning this year.

Additionally, all attendees must be at least 16 years old to participate in the conference. Children ages 15 and younger may not accompany parents or guardians to the conference (with the exception of nursing infants).

What is the cancellation and refund policy?

If you are unable to attend Refresh Conference after registering, here are the options available to you:

Receive a full refund (must cancel by January 26, 2027, to receive a full refund).
Transfer your paid registration to another ministry couple.
Transfer your registration payment to your registration for Refresh 2028.

Please email Bri Harrier at harrierb@faith.edu if you would like to cancel your registration.

What is the dress code?

Most attendees dress business casual.

Do you have hotel recommendations?

Several area hotels have discounted-rate agreements with Faith Baptist Bible College. Please be sure to mention Faith Baptist Bible College when making reservations in order to secure the discounted rate (blackout dates apply)!

Sleep Inn & Suites, Ankeny
$85 Standard Room (two queens or one king)
Book online or call (515) 964-5909
Comfort Inn, Ankeny
$90 for a King/Double Queen Room
Book online or call (515) 965-8400
Homewood Suites, Ankeny
$124 for a Studio Suite
Book online or call (515) 963-0006

We also have a local Airbnb/Vrbo host who offers 5% discounts to Faith guests. You can learn more about these options on Faith's “Visit” page in the housing section.

Can I attend if I live outside of the United States?

Yes. International attendees are welcome to attend the conference. Please note that we are unable to provide financial assistance for travel, lodging, or conference expenses.

If an invitation letter is needed for visa purposes, it will be sent upon request after we receive your registration and payment.

REGISTER FOR REFRESH CONFERENCE

NEW FOR 2027

REGISTRATION RATES

Before December 4

After December 4

REFRESH SCHOLARSHIPS