9Marks Weekender at Mount Vernon Baptist Church (2025)

We believe that a strong philosophy of ministry is better "caught" than "taught." While many church leaders may be drawn to certain biblical principles, they might not know how those principles should manifest themselves in a local church. Moreover, they might not feel equipped in how to implement those principles. While we don't expect all Weekender attendees to agree with or embrace everything at Mount Vernon, we think this event is a good opportunity to show the building blocks of how to build a healthy church.

Though women are welcome to the Weekender, most of the content is oriented toward elders/pastors and those pursuing vocational ministry. Seminarians, aspiring pastors, and motivated church members are welcome.

We ask that those who register for the Weekender stay for the event in its entirety. Those who plan to leave early might be taking the spot of someone who would get more out of the Weekender.

Early Bird | $135 plus fees (ends December 20)

Standard | $155 plus fees (ends February 28)

Late | $170 plus fees (ends March 10)

Weekenders receive lunches and dinners and 8-12 books.

FRIDAY

4:00pm – Registration

5:00pm – Welcome & Introductions

6:00pm – Elders Meeting & Dinner

SATURDAY

9:00am – Elders Meeting Q&A

10:00am – Session: Membership

10:45am – Session: Discipline

11:30am – Session: Corporate Worship

12:15pm – Lunch

1:45pm – Session: Congregationalism

2:45pm – Session: Being Elder-led & Raising Up Elders

3:45pm – Break

4:15pm – Multiple Short Sessions

5:30pm – Dinner (Panel/Q&A): History of MVBC

7:00pm – Session: Word-based Ministry

SUNDAY

9:00am – Sunday School

10:30am – Morning Service

12:45pm – Lunch w/ an elder

4:00pm – Prep for Evening Service

4:15pm – Prep for Members Meeting

4:30pm – Members Meeting

6:00pm – Evening Service

7:30pm – Dinner (Panel & Conference Close)

Lodging

Formal lodging is not offered. Weekenders can seek accommodations at a nearby hotel or Airbnb. However, we do offer host-housing with our church members based on availability. If you're interested in staying with a member from Mount Vernon, contact Trent Roberts ([email protected]) .

Other Questions?

For any other questions, please reach out to Trent Roberts at ([email protected]).

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Mount Vernon Baptist Church, 850 Mt. Vernon Hwy NW, Atlanta, United States