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Free Stuff Saturday (Focus on the Family)

This week, the blog and this giveaway are sponsored by Focus on the Family.

What is The Focused Pastor Couples Conference?

Hosted by Focus on the Family, the Focused Pastor Couples Conference is a space created just for pastors and their spouses—a place to step away from the demands of ministry and be reminded that you’re not alone. This 3-day event is all about rest, encouragement, and equipping couples to serve together with joy and unity.

This year’s theme, The Joys of Serving Together, celebrates the unique calling of pastoral couples.

There’s deep joy in walking side by side in life and ministry. The Focused Pastor Couples Conference is a time to celebrate that calling—bringing pastoral couples together for three days of rest, encouragement, and gospel-centered teaching.

Through practical sessions, meaningful conversations, and biblical insight, couples will be equipped to lead with unity, guard their marriage, and find fresh joy in the mission they share.

Whether you’re new to ministry or have been serving together for decades, come be refreshed, encouraged, and reminded of the gift it is to serve together.

Speakers Include:

  • Gary Thomas – Pastor and bestselling author of Sacred Marriage
  • Dave Stone – Former senior pastor of Southeast Christian Church and Pastor to Pastor podcast host
  • Mark Vroegop – Author, Pastor, and President of The Gospel Coalition
  • Virgil Walker – Co-host of Just Thinking podcast and G3 Ministries leader
  • Tony & Bre Wood – Experienced ministry couple
  • Mike Goodwin – Comedian bringing laughter and insight

When & Where

October 20–22, 2025

Focus on the Family Campus – Colorado Springs, CO

What to Expect

  • 3 days of gospel-centered teaching, worship, and real conversations
  • Space to reconnect with your spouse and reflect on your shared calling
  • Tools for healthy communication, unity in leadership, and spiritual renewal
  • A community of pastoral couples who truly understand the journey

Want to learn more about the conference?

Visit TheFocusedPastor.org/tfp25couplesconference for full speaker bios, schedule details, and more.

HOW TO ENTER

This giveaway is open to pastors and their spouses who would like to attend The Focused Pastor Couples Conference.

We’re giving away free tickets to 5 couples—a chance to step away and invest in your marriage.

To enter, simply complete the form below.

  • The giveaway closes on Monday, September 1, 2025, at 11:45 PM MT.
  • Winners will be selected at random and notified via email.

Complete Form

For more information about the official rules of the giveaway, please review the following link.

https://www.thefocusedpastor.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Official-Rules.pdf


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