A Conference for Ministry Leaders

Pastors, teachers, counselors, camp staff, and Christian workers of all kinds: come Rest, Refresh, Refocus at ABC’s annual Servants’ Summit. There will be speakers and workshops to equip you, food and fellowship to encourage you, and free time activities to give you a fun break from the rigors of ministry. “The mountains shall bring peace to the people…” (Psalm 72:3).

Under the theme Serving through the Seasons, this refreshing mid-winter getaway encourages ministry leaders to persevere faithfully through every season of life and service. Whether you are in a springtime of new vision, a summer of fruitful labor, an autumn of harvest weariness, or a winter of testing and trial, come be renewed in your calling to glorify the Lord where He has placed you.

The conference runs Thursday evening (7:00 PM) through Saturday morning (11:00 AM).
It includes:

  • 3 sessions with Dr. John King
  • 1 session with Dr. Daniel Anderson
  • 3 workshops
  • meals
  • a free afternoon with optional activities provided

Dr. John King

Keynote Speaker: Dr. John King

Dr. John King, D.Min., brings over 50 years of pastoral ministry experience to the Summit, having faithfully served churches in North Carolina, Florida, Indiana, and West Virginia. John retired in July 2018 as the Senior Pastor at Johnston Chapel Baptist Church in Princeton, WV, the church where he was saved as a child and called to preach as a teen. After completing Bible college and pastoring churches in three other states, he returned to Johnston Chapel, where he ministered for over 26 years. He and his wife Jeanie have been married 53 years, and rejoice in God’s gifts of three daughters and seven grandchildren. John and Jeanie have served together in ministry for 52 years, 43 of those in pastorates in North Carolina, Florida, Indiana and West Virginia.

John also served for two years as an instructor and Dean of Graduate Studies at Appalachian Bible College, while Jeanie served for 12 years on the ABC staff. Since retirement, he has continued serving the Lord by preaching in Bible Conferences, revival meetings, interim pastorates, and other pulpit supply. He also teaches two classes in the M.A. in Ministry program at ABC. He earned a Th.B. from Piedmont Bible College, an M.Div. in Pastoral Ministries from Grace Theological Seminary, a Th.M. in Systematic Theology from Grace Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry in Church Management and Leadership from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. His lifelong commitment to shepherding God’s people through every season makes him perfectly to encourage and equip fellow servants at this year’s Summit.

Dr. Daniel Anderson

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Daniel Anderson

Dr. Anderson serves as president of Appalachian Bible College. The passion of his life and ministry has centered upon nurturing servants for the fields of the world. The motto of ABC, …because Life is for Service, captures his heart. Read his full bio.

Cost

Early Bird (ends January 11, 2026)

  • Conference only (no lodging; includes Friday lunch & dinner)
    • Single - $100
    • Single ABC alumnus/staff - $50
    • Couple - $150
    • Couple ABC alumni/staff - $75
  • Conference with on-campus lodging (limited availability; includes 3 meals Friday and Saturday breakfast and lunch upon signup)
    • Single - $175
    • Single ABC alumnus/staff - $100
    • Couple - $250
    • Couple ABC alumni/staff - $150

Late Registration (after January 11; registration deadline February 1)

  • Conference only
    • Single - $150
    • Couple - $200
  • Conference with on-campus lodging
    • Single - $275
    • Couple - $350


Questions? Contact churchrelations@abc.edu or 304-396-7872