Counseling, Coaching & Making Disciples

In a world of desperate need, hope means everything. Hope Together is the place where you will be encouraged, inspired, and equipped to share the hope of Jesus Christ.

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Sept 25-27, 2025 •
Dallas Fort Worth Area

Early Bird Pricing

Until July 31^st

In-Person:
~~$329~~ $279
Virtual:
~~$229~~ $189
In-Person Student:
~~$279~~ $229
Virtual Student:
~~$189~~ $149
Replay available for 30 days after conference for virtual attendees

Learn more about our group rates!

20% Off Group Discount for 5+ Attendees

In-Person:
$299
Virtual:
$229
In person Student:
$229
Virtual Student:
$99 Replay available for 30 days after conference for virtual attendees

Speakers

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Jennie Allen

Author, Speaker, Podcaster

Mark Batterson

Pastor, Author, Speaker

Christine Caine

Speaker, Activist, Author

Nona Jones

Innovator, Author, Speaker, Survivor

George Barna

Author, Professor,
Renowned Researcher

Greg Stier

Evangelist, Author, Speaker
Founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries

June Hunt

Founder,
Hope for the Heart

Michael Guillen

Scientist, Podcaster, Author, Movie Producer

Dr. Eric Scalise

President & Chief Strategy Officer,
Hope for the Heart

Haley Scully

Senior Vice President, Ministry Operations,
Hope for the Heart

Danny Adams

Facilitator of Fun

Regi Stone

Conference Worship Leader

Who should attend this Conference?

Anyone with a Heart & Calling to Help Others
Christian Life Coaches, Lay Caregivers & Chaplains
Counselors & Mental Health Professionals
Pastors, Ministry Leaders & Church Staff
Lay Leaders & Church Volunteers

Why attend this conference?

Biblical

All of our training is rooted in God’s Word
Learn how to integrate biblical truth into your ministry

Relational

Experience genuine, supportive Christian community
Join like-minded friends and leaders doing similar ministry as you
Discover our growing network with year-round support

Practical

Get practical tools and resources to help you grow
Complete a year’s worth of training in 3 days

Transformational

Transform–
–ational

Experience uplifting worship and inspiring speakers
Reset, relax, and be refreshed by an encouraging, supportive community
Be poured into and equipped to make a greater impact

Customizable

Custom–
–izable

Enjoy a tailor-made conference experience to suit your needs and interests
Choose from 50+ conference sessions – see below!

Affordable

Invest in yourself with worldclass leaders and ministry workshops
Get seminary-level training for a fraction of the cost

What will I learn?

All of our training and workshops have a biblical foundation and will help you integrate God’s Word into your life, ministry and work.

You can customize your conference experience with our 50+ training sessions to learn practical insights, models, strategies, and perspectives on the following topics:

Crisis & Trauma Response
Cross-Cultural Ministry
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation
Financial Guidance

Lay Caregiving Ministry
Leadership & Communication
Life Coaching
Life Recovery

Marriage & Family
Mental & Emotional Health
Relationships
Resilience

Conference Schedule

Thursday, September 25

7:30 – 8:30 am
| Check-In & Late Registration

8:30 – 11:30 am
| Morning Preconference Workshops

11:30 am – 1:00 pm
| Lunch Break

1:00 – 4:00 pm
| Afternoon Preconference Workshops

4:00 – 6:00 pm
| Dinner Break, Check-in and Late Registration (Exhibit Hall Open)

6:00 – 8:00 pm
| Opening Main Session

Friday, September 26

8:00 – 9:15 am
| Workshops

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
| Main Session

12:30 – 2:30 pm
| Lunch Break and Ticketed Luncheons

2:30 – 3:45 pm
| Workshops

3:45 – 7:00 pm | Dinner Break

7:00 – 9:00 pm
| Main Session

9:00 – 10:00 pm
| Dessert Reception (Exhibit Hall)

Saturday, September 27

8:30 – 9:45 am
| Workshops

10:30 am – 12:30 pm
| Main Session

12:30 – 2:00 pm
| Lunch Break and Ticketed Luncheons

2:00 – 3:15 pm
| Workshops

4:00 – 5:30 pm
| Closing Main Session

Virtual Schedule

Thursday, September 25

8:30 – 11:30 am
| Up Armor Bootcamp: The Jesus Approach to Trauma Recovery

1:00 – 4:00 pm
| Coaching the Whole Person: Integrating Personality, EQ, and Generational Dynamics

6:00 – 8:00 pm
| Main Session

Friday, September 26

8:00 – 9:30 am
| A Model for Changed Lives: The Power of Transformational Coaching and Counseling

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
| Main Session

2:30 – 4:00 pm
| Self-Care 101: Preventing and Managing Stress, Burnout, and Compassion Fatigue

6:00 – 8:00 pm
| Main Session

Saturday, September 27

8:00 – 9:30 am
| The Neuropsychology of Joy: Inspiring Clients toward Greater Fulfillment and Meaning in Life

10:00 am – 12:30 pm | Main Session

2:00 – 3:30 pm
| What Every Believer Should Know about Spiritual Warfare

4:00 – 5:30 pm
| Main Session

Customize Your Experience with these Conference Sessions

Pre-Conference Workshops

Choose from 14 of our 3-hour pre-conference training workshops

Luncheons

Choose from 4 of our relaxing, interactive luncheons

Conference Workshop Sessions are Coming Soon

Hotel Info

Marriott Dallas Allen Hotel & Convention Center
777 Watters Creek Boulevard
Allen, TX 75013
844-631-0595

Become an Exhibitor or Sponsor

(Opportunities are limited.)

Special Thanks to Our Platinum Sponsors!

About Hope for the Heart & ICCI

Hope for the Heart is a worldwide biblical counseling, coaching, and caregiving ministry founded by June Hunt in 1986. For nearly 40 years, Hope for the Heart has provided biblical hope and practical help on real life issues through print and digital resources, radio broadcasts, training events, international ministry, and more. With biblical resources in 36 languages in 60+ countries, the Lord has used Hope for the Heart to impact millions around the world with the hope of Christ and the truth of His Word.

The International Christian Coaching Institute (ICCI) was developed as a strategic initiative of Hope for the Heart. ICCI a faith-based network of Christian Life Coaches dedicated to serving others with compassion and competence. ICCI offers an opportunity to network with like-minded servant-leaders, receive masterclass-quality online training, and pursue credentials as a Christian Life Coach. Our mission is to bring life and living into focus and maximize each person’s God-given potential.

“We have this hope
as an anchor for the soul…”
(Hebrews 6:19)