AGENDA
Wednesday, April 28
7:30 - 9:00 pm               Pre-Summit Event: A Lausanne Conversation

Thursday, April 29
7:30 - 8:30 am               Registration/Check-In
8:30 - 10:30 am              General Session [Doug Sauder, Patricia Arzu, Peder Eide, Tom Davis]
10:30 - 11:00 am            Networking
11:00 - 12:00 am            Breakout Sessions I
12:00 - 1:45 pm             Lunch/ Lunch Sessions
2:00 - 3:00 pm               Breakout Sessions II
3:15 - 3:45 pm               Prayer for the Fatherless
4:00 - 5:00 pm               Breakout Sessions III
5:00 - 5:30 pm               Networking
5:30 - 7:30 pm               Dinner Break
7:30 - 9:00 pm               General Session [Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Champan]
 
Friday, April 30
8:30 - 10:30 am              General Session [Peder Eide, Stephanie Fast, Desperation Band, Al Mohler]
10:30 - 11:00 am            Networking
11:00 - 12:00 am            Breakout Sessions IV
12:00 - 1:45 pm             Lunch/ Lunch Sessions
2:00 - 3:00 pm               Breakout Sessions V
3:15 - 4:15 pm               Breakout Sessions VI
4:15 - 5:00 pm               Networking
5:00 - 7:00 pm               Dinner Break
7:00 - 9:00 pm               General Session [Sergey Demidocivch, John Piper]


MEALS
Registration includes morning coffee, lunch, and daily snack on each day.  A full service coffee shop is available on-site. Local restaurants are available at a convenient distance for the dinner break.  Special dinner tickets for Friday only are available for $15 at online registration.


PARKING
Parking is free and plenteous at Grace Church.

VENDORS AND RESOURCES
More than 40 exhibitors will available to serve you, including adoption agencies, advocacy, foster care, and global orphan care ministries.   New this year!  In order to serve you better the Alliance will provide a broad range of resources designed for both personal and ministry use for you to purchase.  

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. Where do I stay? 
   A special conference rate of $99/night is available at designated area hotels.  These hotels are listed and described on the registration page.
   
2. Is there a reason for more than one person from a church to attend? 
   Many churches prefer to have more than one person attend Summit.  With the broad range of concurrent breakout sessions, multiple attendees can take home a fuller range of information.  In addition, two or more attendees often return home with a deepened relationship and vision that can form the foundation for future ministry.  
   
3. Is this conference best suited for church leaders, lay leaders, non-profits, or organizations?
   All of the above!  Breakout sessions will include themes specifically designed for pastors, laymen, Christian orphan care non-profits, and individuals looking for more information on orphan care and ministry.
   
4. How can I coordinate my travel with others in my area?  
   The Alliance Facebook page is available to post questions and look for others who may be traveling from your area. 
   
5. Are any discounts available? 
   Yes! A discounted rate of $99 is available for any Alliance member.  This discounted rate includes any individual, church, or organization that applies for membership.
   
6. If my church applies for membership who receives the discounted rate? 
   Any church employee or full time volunteer, or layperson who serves in your church’s orphan ministry.
   
7. How do I apply for membership?  
   Alliance membership is easy.  Visit the Alliance membership page to download an application.   Applications can submitted by email to info@christianalliancefororphans.org, by fax to (703) 891-0051 or by mail to Christian Alliance for Orphans, 6723 Whittier Avenue, McLean, VA  22101.
   
8. Are there other reasons to visit Minneapolis?
   Absolutely!  From the Mississippi River waterfront to the Mall of America, Minneapolis overflows with local attractions.  Visit “Meet Minneapolis” to learn more.

OTHER QUESTIONS?  Please email us at info@christianalliancefororphans.org.