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Lake Yale Events
Reflections Women’s Conference
October 6 – October 8, 2023
Lake Yale is excited to welcome an author of 19 books and Bible studies, conference speaker, and founder of Fresh Grounded Faith events and WomenMinistry.net, Jennifer Rothschild, to our Reflections Women’s Conference in 2023.
Registration is open and filling up fast!
Cost
Main Conference:
- $250 Per Person – Includes entire program, 2 nights lodging (based on double occupancy), and 6 meals
- Groups of 10 or more: $215 per person (based on double occupancy)
Commuters:
- $169 for individuals / $159 for groups of 10 or more
RV sites:
- $209 per person / $199 for groups of 10 or more (includes RV site, conference and all meals except breakfast).
Evening Sessions only:
- $35 for one evening or $50 for both (speaker & concert only).
What to Expect
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!
Sample Schedule
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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
Senior Fest: Celebration at the Lake
February 6 – February 8, 2023
Featuring:
- Dr. Clayton Cloer as our Keynote Pastor
- and Concerts with The Nelons & The Booth Brothers!
Cost
Main Conference:
- $215 Per Person – Includes entire program, 2 nights lodging (based on double occupancy), and 6 meals
- Groups of 10 or more: $200 per person (based on double occupancy)
Commuters:
- $149 for individuals / $125 for groups of 10 or more
RV sites:
- $165 per person / $154 for groups of 10 or more (includes RV site, conference and all meals except breakfast).
Event Personalities
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 6th – Worship with The Nelons! Offering a captivating blend of gospel, a cappella, hymns, Americana, folk, and inspirational music, the Nelons are a world-class talented family. The ensemble is led by the legendary, multi-award winning vocalist, co-founding member Kelly Nelon Clark and her husband, the versatile singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, Jason Clark. Their daughters, Amber and Autumn, complete this supremely gifted musical troupe as they contribute their powerful vocals to this traveling family band’s harmonic sound.
Tuesday, February 7th – The Booth Brothers! –
Michael, Buddy, and Jim love Southern Gospel music. They believe it touches the soul and offers encouragement and hope. By singing and ministering to audiences through word and song, these gentlemen are fulfilling God’s call on their lives.
Michael, Buddy, and Jim are deeply committed to musical excellence yet have a greater desire to impact the hearts of those listening to their music. Refreshing humor, inspiring songs, and encouraging words are embedded in every concert. This trio, collectively and individually, has been acknowledged as one of the finest in the business having received many awards over the years, including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Trio of the Year, Male Group of the Year, and Best Live Performers among other awards. Although the group is grateful for the recognition of their work, their aspiration is for all honor and glory to be God’s alone.
Keynote Pastor: Dr. Clayton Cloer
Dr. Clayton Cloer is the pastor of the Church at the Cross (formerly named First Baptist Church of Central Florida) and has been serving there faithfully since 2003. He completed his Master of Divinity in 1995 and Doctor of Philosophy in 2000 from Mid-America Seminary. He and his wife served as Sunday School teachers at Bellevue Baptist church under Dr. Adrian Rogers, as pastor of the Highland Baptist church in Senatobia, MS, and as the Executive Pastor of the Kirby Woods Baptist church in Memphis, TN, under Dr. Bob Pitman. He also taught classes at Mid-America Seminary. Since his time at Church at the Cross, he has served in our state as a board member of the Florida Baptist Convention and President of the Pastor’s Conference.
Sample Schedule
Schedule may change without notice
M O N D A Y
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
T U E S D A Y
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
W E D N E S D A Y
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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! Concert tickets are sold exclusively on iTickets.com and are available up to the Friday before the event.
- 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…
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 (links will open in a new window).
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!
Be where the action is. Witness hundreds of children from around the state as they come together to learn more about our Heavenly Father. Celebrate the victories in the hearts of our Florida children, 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!
Check out our other convention events by visiting our website:
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! Learn more at https://centrikid.com/about/
Since 1993, Student Life has served churches through inter-denominational Christian summer camps, conferences, and resources. We strive to support your student ministry with Gospel-centered experiences that transform students into devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
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.
We believe discipleship best occurs within the context of the local church. Relationships formed at camp between students and their leaders serve as a catalyst to discipleship that continues long after camp ends. We would be honored to have the opportunity to partner with your group to make Jesus known in the lives of your students.
