Liturgical Dance (Breakouts II and III) 

Sade Anderson-Tompkins | Dogwood Auditorium

This breakout session explores the biblical foundation for liturgical dance and how it can be incorporated into both personal and corporate worship settings. Participants will learn some worshipful dance movements, scriptures of worship, and about one’s role as a ministry dancer and worshipper.

Experiencing Joy Daily (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Lisa Joy Adams | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 11

Joy can seem like the elusive feeling that everyone wants, but few achieve. How can we as Jesus-following women experience joy on a daily basis? Based on “Joy: The Face of Jesus that Transforms” from The Other Half of Church by Jim Wilder and Michel Hendricks, this breakout session will explore how to cultivate joy in our lives, in our homes, and in our churches. We will discuss how we experience joy in our brains and bodies, how joy is related to the face of God and the faces of others, and how joy plays a key role in our spiritual formation. Join us as we discuss a perspective on joy that is rooted in both neuroscience and the Bible with practical takeaways for our everyday life.

Joy Rising in the Waiting: Finding Purpose, Peace, and Courage in Seasons of Transition (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Carnela Renée Hill | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 12

Have you ever found yourself waiting on God, navigating an unexpected transition, or wondering how to hold onto joy when life looks different than you imagined? In this encouraging and impactful breakout session, participants will be invited to discover how biblical joy can rise even in seasons of uncertainty, disappointment, and change.

Joy in Rhythms of Rest (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Rebecca Wheeler | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 13

In a culture that celebrates productivity, hurry, and constant availability, Sabbath offers a different rhythm—an invitation to delight, receive, celebrate, and remember that our worth is not measured by what we accomplish. We’ll explore Sabbath not simply as a day on the calendar, but as part of a larger rhythm of living with God. Together, we’ll examine the patterns shaping our lives, notice what drains or restores us, and rediscover practices that create space for presence, delight, connection, and joy. Rather than adding another obligation to an already-full life, this session invites us to receive rest as a gift. Come ready to breathe, reflect, and imagine a life where rest becomes a sacred rhythm through which we learn to enjoy God, ourselves, and the life we’ve been given.

Bringing Joy to Others: Mission Project (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Anteal Gargiulo | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 14

The Apostle Paul reminded the church, “In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive’” (Acts 20:35, NIV). Join us as we learn about local ministries that need our support. We will also prepare gifts to deliver to the Bland Ministry Center as well as local women’s shelters.

Bringing Joy to Your Neighborhood as a Local Missionary (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Eunice Joseph | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 15

Serving as a local missionary in the United States entails engaging the community with a spirit of service and a commitment to understanding diverse perspectives. This work does not require international travel; rather, it involves immersing oneself in local subcultures, neighborhoods, and areas of unmet need. Local missionaries build meaningful relationships, bridge social divides, and foster hope through hands-on service and purposeful dialogue, showing that impactful mission work begins in one’s own community.

A Moment to Breathe: Practical Tools for Mental Wellness (Breakout I only) 

Hannah Sower | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 16 

This session is an opportunity to step away from the busyness of life and create space to breathe, rest, and care for your mental wellness. In a calm and welcoming environment, we’ll explore grounding techniques and simple skills you can use when stress, anxiety, or overwhelm begin to feel like too much. You will leave with practical tools and resources to use for when you get “leave the mountain” and the busyness of life creeps back in! 

Formed for Joy: How Worship Shapes a Joy-Filled Life (Breakouts II and III) 

Rev. Dr. Tracey Pugh | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 16

Joy is often treated as a feeling we either possess or lack, but Jesus describes joy as something that grows from abiding in him. In John 15, Jesus invites his disciples to remain in his love so that his joy may be in them and their joy may be complete. In this interactive session, participants will learn the difference between temporary happiness and joy rooted in abiding in Christ and experience practical ways Scripture, prayer, singing, gratitude, and embodied worship can cultivate joy.

The Joy That I Have (Breakouts I and III) 

Ernna Walker Lewis | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 17

In a world full of daily stress, endless to-do lists, and unexpected trials, it is easy to let life steal your happiness. The Bible speaks of deeper, lasting joy—one that does not depend on our circumstances. Join us for a powerful, focused session as we discuss how to claim and protect the unshakeable joy that only comes from God.

Finding Joy in the Midst of a Hot Flash and Other Womanly Delights (Breakout II only) 

Rev. Dr. Trisha Miller Manarin | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 17

Having honest conversations with each other about the “delights” that set us apart as women can be refreshing. Like the “We Do Not Care Club,” we carry things that we might just need to let go of, walk away from, or laugh at. We can laugh with each other, especially when another hot flash sets in!

The Culture of Generations (Breakouts I, II, and II) 

Youmi Lim | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Room 18

Today’s children are growing up in a culture vastly different from the one their parents experienced. This session will encourage parents to view the next generation through a missionary lens, cultivating curiosity and understanding of the unique challenges and influences shaping their children’s lives. Discover how understanding generational culture can strengthen relationships, encourage meaningful discipleship, and help parents communicate the unchanging truth of God’s Word to a changing generation.

The Joy of Crafting (Breakouts I and II) 

Theresa Svoboda | Dogwood Hall Lower Level – Rooms 19-21 (back hallway)

In this session, we will have a time of devotion before we craft a beautiful keepsake ornament. We’ll accomplish this by repurposing metal canning rings, flat lids, jute, and fabric.

Friendship: The Octopus on Your Face (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Lucianne Warren and Becky McKinney | Children’s Building Upper Level – Room 40

“Friends come and go, like waves of the ocean, but true ones stay like an octopus on your face.” Come share the joy, tears, and laughter of two former WMUV Presidents and long-time friends and discover how the friendships of women enrich our lives.

Faith-Based Community Health Fairs (Breakouts I, II, and III) 

Marilyn Graves | Children’s Building Upper Level – Room 42

Are you interested in reaching out to a community to engage in a holistic approach to conducting a health/mission fair? Have you already been involved in health fairs and want to learn more about how to be the most effective? In this session, participants will learn best practices for assessing community needs, organizing successful health fairs, coordinating partners and resources, engaging participants, and evaluating outcomes. Through practical tools and real-world examples, attendees will gain the knowledge and skills needed to create health fairs that effectively connect community members with health information, screenings, services, and resources while demonstrating measurable impact and supporting spirituality. We will also discuss practical tips for going on a mission trip, either domestic or international.