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Senior Fest: Celebration at the Lake

February 3 – February 5, 2025

Featuring:
Dr. Herb Reavis as our Keynote Pastor, the hilarious comedy and music with the Mike Williams Comedy Team, and Concert with Jeff & Sheri Easter! And, as always, our favorite emcees: Jeff Cleghorn & Bob Smith! Don’t miss out! Register today!

Main Conference:

  • $225 Per Person – Includes entire program, 2 nights lodging (based on multiple occupancy), and 6 meals
  • Groups of 10 or more: $215 per person (based on multiple occupancy)
  • Commuters: $149 for individuals / $125 for groups of 10 or more
  • RV sites: $174 per person / $154 for groups of 10 or more (includes RV site, conference and all meals except breakfast).

Senior Fest is a fantastic time for Seniors from all across Florida to gather together for worship, fellowship, inspiration and fun. Concerts from some of today’s top Southern Gospel groups and artists, engaging seminars and senior-focused activities fill these days with experiences you won’t soon forget. Join the over 400 Senior Adults from various churches in Florida and beyond for a phenomenal experience!

Emcees:

A true treat for Senior Fest, Concert artist and Music Evangelist, Jeff Cleghorn inspires us all with his God-given talent and passion. Find out more about Jeff and how to book him for your church at JeffCleghorn.com.

Retired Music Evangelist turned full-time Senior Adult minister, Bob Smith, will amaze you with the songs of the faith you know and love and will bring you to your feet with his powerful voice.

Monday February 3rd = Music & Worship with The Mike Williams Comedy Team!

Mike G. Williams has brought laughter to church platforms for three decades, toured with the most memorable names in the Christian music industry, written comedy for some of the biggest names in late-night television, won the Gospel Music Association Dove award for Comedian of the Year, Recorded Dry Bar Comedy Special, Bananas Show received a Daytime Emmy Award, is played daily on SiriusXM, recorded eighteen audio/video projects, and written sixteen books while flying over 5 million miles on Delta and American airlines.

His personal testimony is powerful and evangelical, while his style is friendly and funny. His stories make people laugh, make people cry, and make people think.

Tuesday, February 4th – Jeff & Sheri Easter! – 

Jeff and Sheri have been nominated for numerous Dove Awards and won nine.  They've also received multiple Grammy nominations, and Sheri has been named Singing News Favorite Alto eleven times and the Singing News Female Vocalist four times, in addition she has claimed 22 multi-genre industry voted female vocalist awards.  Jeff and Sheri's wall of awards also includes three Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association Awards, two International Country Gospel Music Association Awards, nine Voice Awards for Christian Country Group, four Hearts Aflame Awards, and three Cash Box awards.  They also have participated in the Gaither Homecoming video series since 1993, which have sold over 20 million units.

Apart from their frequent appearances on the Gaither Homecoming tour and videos, Jeff and Sheri have a heavy touring schedule of their own.  "When we perform, we want people to leave a little different than when they came in," Sheri explains.  "We want them to have a great time smiling, laughing, crying, and healing.  We want them to know God loves them and that He is in control."

Keynote Pastor: Dr. Herb Reavis

Dr. Herb Reavis, Jr. was born and raised in the panhandle of Texas. He is a graduate of the Moody Bible Institute, Milligan College and the Southern Baptist School for Biblical Studies. He became the Senior Pastor of North Jacksonville Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida in 1991. He and his wife Lisa have three married sons, Joshua, Jonathan, and Joseph, and two grandchildren. Pastor Reavis spreads the Gospel locally on radio and TV through the broadcast “Reach Out,” and nationally on The Sky Angel Network and Faith TV.

Monday

1:30 p.m.       Check-in

4:00 p.m.      Comedian

5:30 p.m.      Dinner

6:30 p.m.      Bob & Jeff

7:00 p.m.      Concert

 

Tuesday

7:00 a.m.      Breakfast

8:30 a.m.      Bob & Jeff

9:00 a.m.      Morning Speaker

9:45 a.m.      Seminar Session 1

11:00 a.m.    Seminar Session 2

12:00 p.m.    Lunch

1:30 p.m.       Free Time Activities / Fun & Games

4:00 p.m.      Evening Keynote

5:30 p.m.      Dinner

6:45 p.m.      Bob & Jeff

7:00 p.m.      Concert

 

Wednesday

7:00 a.m.        Breakfast

9:00 a.m.        Bob & Jeff / Hymn Sing

10:45 a.m.      Final Speaker Session

12:00 p.m.      Lunch

Where is Lake Yale?
  • Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center is centrally located in the heart of Florida, just 1 hour north of Orlando. Our physical address is 39034 County Road 452, Leesburg, FL.
  • Our site is nestled under acres of live oak trees teeming with Spanish moss and bordered by the magnificent views of Lake Yale.
Who attends Senior Fest?
  • Senior Adults (55+ or willing to call yourself a Senior Adult and be proud about it!) from all over the state of Florida and beyond come to this three-day, two night event.
  • Men, women, couples, singles, pastors, Senior Adult ministers, people interested in senior adult ministry all come to enjoy Senior Fest: Celebration at the Lake
What activities are available?
  • The variety of activities changes from year to year, however, we often enjoy:
    • Disc Golf
    • Cornhole Tournaments
    • Crafts
    • Table Games
    • Sunrise and Sunset walks
    • Christian Bingo
    • Fun & Games with Jeff & Bob
    • Movie
    • The Hammock Village
    • Painting class
    • …and even more!
What are the rooms like?
  • Rooming is much like you would find in a hotel which includes a private bathroom, TV, mini-fridge/cooler, and either a full/twin combo or King bed in the rooms.
  • All rooms are centrally located providing easy access to the conference locations, activities and dining experiences. No matter where you are, you won’t be far from where you want to go!
I can’t make it to the full event, can I come for the day?
  • Commuter rates are available for those who want to come for the day but not stay the night. Ask your Lake Yale contact for more information.
I’m not a Senior Adult, but I would like to come to the concert, is that okay?
  • Absolutely! Contact Ashlee Roberts for more information about attending the concert.
  • Onsite ticket sales are available on the day of the concert but are subject to a $5 up-charge and limited availability, so buy your tickets early and save time and money!
I’m not interested in the seminar/activity can I do something else?
  • Yes! Our scheduled activities are your choice to enjoy but you can gather a group to go to Mt. Dora, play an afternoon round of golf, or just spend time doing whatever you like. It is your conference!
How are your seminar leaders selected? Can I be a seminar leader?
  • Our staff puts together a list of most requested topics and interests from past Senior Fest attendees and researches great options to offer seniors. From these items, people with the skills, talents and gifting are asked to help participate in making Senior Fest: Celebration at the Lake a wonderful experience for all.
  • Some past seminar leaders have included: pastors, senior adult leaders, security personnel, finance professionals, inspirational speakers, instructional coaches, talented artists, church volunteers, and others who are dedicated to impacting the lives of Senior Adults.
  • If you would like to be a seminar leader, please fill out this form Seminar Leader Application and someone from our staff will contact you. *Note: All applications are subject to reference checks and are reviewed by Lake Yale Program & Marketing staff. Submitting an application does not guarantee that you will be selected to host a seminar or activity.
How do we keep up with what is going on during the event?
  • Hardcopy program guides are given to each participant and a simple schedule is on the back of your name-card on your lanyard.
  • During the event, Lake Yale staff will update you of any changes or highlighted events and they will be on-hand to answer all of your Senior Fest questions!
What other activities make Senior Fest: Celebration at the Lake special?
  • During the conference you will also experience:
    • Door prize giveaways
    • Silent Auction
    • Wednesday morning Hymn-sing (a Senior Fest favorite!)
    • Pictures with the artists (upon availability, time permitting)
    • Breathtaking sunrises
    • Stump Jeff Cleghorn (you have to see it to believe it!)
    • and so much more…

Youth Leadership Summit

February 24 - February 26, 2025

The 2025 Youth Leader Summit will be an incredible three days of teaching, worship, rest & a lot of fun. Our goals are simple, we want to encourage, equip and refresh youth leaders and spouses. 

Super Early-bird registration is now open to all 2024 YLS participants! Additional registration options will be available soon!

Main Conference:

  • $199 Per Person – Includes entire program, 2 nights lodging and 5 Meals. For more on the program visit: youthleadersummit.com.
Where is Lake Yale?
  • Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center is centrally located in the heart of Florida, just 1 hour north of Orlando. Our physical address is 39034 County Road 452, Leesburg, FL.
  • Our site is nestled under acres of live oak trees teeming with Spanish moss and bordered by the magnificent views of Lake Yale.
 What activities are available?
  • The variety of activities changes from year to year, however, we often enjoy:
    • Disc Golf
    • Ropes Course
    • Tree Climbing
    • Cornhole
    • Table Games
    • Sunrise and Sunset walks
    • Fishing
    • Exercise
    • the Hammock Village
    • and more!

Men's Bible Conference

April 5 - 6, 2024

Our inaugural Men’s Bible Conference kicks off in 2024 and is designed to challenge, train, and inspire you to find your way as godly men in an ungodly world. 

Join us for intense bible study, impactful trainings, a variety of mens activites and, 3 hardy meals fit for a king!

Men's Bible Conference:

  • $195 Per Person – Includes entire program, 1 nights lodging (private room), and 3 meals
  • Groups of 10 or more: $175 per person

Commuters:

  • $145 for individuals / $125 for groups of 10 or more
  • Solid biblical teaching and training for men who see and understand the need for taking our place as godly men in our homes, our church, and our communities. 
  • Training on specific areas of interest to encourage and equip you for the task at hand.
  • Activities for men: paintball, challenge course, orienteering, fishing, axe throwing, skeet shooting, kayaking / canoeing, disc golf, woodworking workshop, and much more.
  • Hardy Dinner, Breakfast, & Lunch you'll be glad you stayed for.
Sample Schedule

Men’s Bible Conference

“Finding our way as godly men in an ungodly world”

 

Friday Night:

  • 5-7pm Check-in
  • 6:30pm BBQ cookout
  • 7:45pm Worship
  • 8:15pm Theme introduction
  • 8:30pm 1st Keynote
  • 9:30pm Prayer of dedication
  • 10pm Sponsor introductions & Thanks
  • 10:15pm 1st Sponsor Giveaway/Door prize
  • 10:30pm Campfire Theology (optional)
  • 11:30pm To rooms

 

Saturday

  • 6:30am Devotion / prayer / Quiet time
  • 7:30am Breakfast
  • 8:15am Morning worship
  • 8:45am Morning Keynote
  • 9:30am 2nd Sponsor Giveaway / Outdoor activities
  • 10:45am Worship
  • 11:00am Mid-day Keynote
  • Noon Lunch
  • 12:45pm Breakouts
  • 1:30pm Breakouts repeat
  • 2:15pm Final Sponsor Giveaway/door prize / Afternoon worship
  • 2:30pm Closing Keynote
  • 3:30pm Closing challenge / Intro 2025 Conference theme
  • 4pm Go home
Where is Lake Yale?
  • Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center is centrally located in the heart of Florida, just 1 hour north of Orlando. Our physical address is 39034 County Road 452, Leesburg, FL.
  • Our site is nestled under acres of live oak trees teeming with Spanish moss and bordered by the magnificent views of Lake Yale.
Who can attend the men's bible conference?
  • Men age 12 and up. And by "men" we actually mean it. God's biological design matters.
 What activities are available?
  • (Subject to change)
    • Paintball
    • Axe Throwing
    • Skeet Shooting
    • Pickleball
    • Horseshoes
    • Disc Golf
    • Ropes Course
    • Cornhole
    • Fishing
    • Campfires
    • the Hammock Village
    • and more
 Do you have to be a 'Baptist' to attend?
  • Nope. But you do have to be ready to hear expositional preaching & teaching.
Will this be available online?
  • Nope. We'll congregate together in person, the way God intended it. Nothing wrong with online, you just can't get everything important out of the conference just watching from your couch. 
What if I'm not the "outdoors" type?
  • You are welcome too. Look, being a godly man has nothing to do with liking the outdoors or bench-pressing a Volvo. It has everything to do with being the spiritual leaders and men that God has called us to be. So whether you are a Lumberjack, a Trekkie, or anywhere in between, God has a design for you that has nothing to do with the world's idea of 'manliness'. 
  • Oh, and all our rooms are hotel-style private rooms for this event...so that's nice. 
Finding our way as godly men in an ungodly world.

Reflections Women’s Conference

September 6 - September 8, 2024
October 4 – October 6, 2024

Lake Yale is excited to welcome Pam Tebow, speaker, author of “Hope for a woman’s heart” and “Ripple Effects” , and mother of Tim Tebow to our Reflections Women’s Conferences in 2024.
Registration is open and filling up fast! Two dates to choose from! 

Main Conference:

  • $260 Per Person – Includes entire program, 2 nights lodging (based on multiple occupancy), and 6 meals
  • Groups of 10 or more: $225 per person (based on multiple occupancy)

Commuters:

  • $174 for individuals / $164 for groups of 10 or more

RV sites:

  • $214 per person / $204 for groups of 10 or more (includes RV site, conference and all meals except breakfast).

Evening Sessions only:

  • $50 for one evening or $80 for both (speaker & worship only).

The Women’s conferences at Lake Yale offer high-quality speakers, worship, seminars and activities designed specifically with women in mind. Here are some key features that make these conferences great:

  • Seminars led by women’s ministry leaders
  • A variety of fun and engaging activities to choose from so you never get bored
  • Interests for women and girls from 12 years old and up!
  • Contests and prizes throughout the weekend
  • Wonderful times of worship and prayer both individually and as a church group
  • Amazing worship that focuses on Christ
  • Nationally known speakers that bring timely messages
  • Opportunities to network and to meet new friends

We know that you will love the women’s conferences at Lake Yale!

Our event is set up with you in mind. Over the years we have had many suggestions and requests that have helped us to improve our schedule and we continue to take all of those into account each year. The following schedule is a SAMPLE schedule for the event and may, at any time, be changed based on need, feedback from participants, or other reasons. A more detailed schedule will be available in August.
 
Sample Schedule

Friday

3pm – 5pm: Registration

5:30pm: Dinner

7:00pm: Session 1

9:30pm: Church Time

 

Saturday

7:30am: Breakfast

9:00am: Session 2

10:00am – 5:30pm: Seminars, Lunch, Church Time and Activities

5:30pm: Dinner

7:00pm: Session 3

9:30pm: Evening Special Event

 

Sunday

7:30am: Breakfast

8:30am: Prayer Walk

10:15am: Final Session

11:15am: Church Time

12:30pm: Lunch

Where is Lake Yale?
  • Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center is centrally located in the heart of Florida, just 1 hour north of Orlando. Our physical address is 39034 County Road 452, Leesburg, FL.
  • Our site is nestled under acres of live oak trees teeming with Spanish moss and bordered by the magnificent views of Lake Yale.
Who attends the Women’s Conference?
  • Women from all across the state of Florida and beyond attend the women’s conferences. Women from multiple denominations, ages, races and backgrounds enjoy the wide variety of activities and uplifting camaraderie offered here at the conference.
  • The conference is designed so that you have large conference experiences, bonding times with just your church group, and personal quiet time for spiritual reflection on God’s word.
 What activities are available?
  • The variety of activities changes from year to year, however, we often enjoy:
    • Swimming
    • Disc Golf
    • Ropes Course
    • Tree Climbing
    • Cornhole
    • Crafts
    • Table Games
    • Sunrise and Sunset walks
    • Fishing
    • Exercise
    • the Hammock Village

Camps

Lake Yale Baptist Conference Center is a great place to host a camp! Each camp listed here has open registration for anyone to participate. Check out their site for more information.

Super Summer

Be where the action is. Witness hundreds of students from around the state as they come together to learn more about our Heavenly Father. Celebrate the victories in the hearts of our Florida youth, cheer your team, and enjoy what summer camp is all about – bringing people together. When it comes to truly having a “super summer,” you’ll want to be there!

Super Summer Kids

Be where the action is. Witness hundreds of students from around the state as they come together to learn more about our Heavenly Father. Celebrate the victories in the hearts of our Florida youth, cheer your team, and enjoy what summer camp is all about – bringing people together. When it comes to truly having a “super summer,” you’ll want to be there!

CentriKid Camps

CentriKid is an overnight camp for 2nd–6th graders to experience the time of their lives and learn more about the message of Jesus Christ! Camp staff are hired and trained by LifeWay, and they love to hang out with your kids and share Christ through every aspect of camp! CentriKid has hosted camps at Lake Yale for over 20 years!

Student Life Camp

Student Life exists to help people know Christ through His Word. We believe God’s Word is relevant and instructive for the challenges students face today. Our camps inspire students through engaging worship, sound biblical teaching, and community-building in small group Bible studies.

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