Chautauqua, “Experiencing God”
Annual Conference October 7-11, 2026
Glorieta Conference Center, New Mexico 

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A Gathering for Churches, Choirs, Ministers, and CORE 7

Chautauqua and Music Week come together to create a powerful experience for churches, choirs, ministers, spouses, and the new CORE 7—a community designed especially for ministers and their spouses age 55 and up.

This unique gathering brings believers together across congregations to worship, connect, and grow. With a blend of musicians, choirs, faith leaders, life seminars, gospel artists, and featured specialists, this week is centered on spiritual renewal and equipping. It's a time to strengthen your God-given gifts and continue your pursuit of the high calling of Christ.

  • Morning sessions that inspire as well as provide guidance in one’s spiritual walk and ministry. 

    Breakout sessions for men and women, afternoons free for your choice of visiting various spots in Santa Fe, and surrounding areas with evening worship through music and preaching.

    • Church members and attendees seeking spiritual renewal and community

    • Musicians and choirs involved in worship ministry

    • Faith leaders and pastors looking for fellowship and inspiration

    • Gospel artists and worship leaders

    • Individuals exploring or developing their spiritual gifts

    • Those seeking teaching, encouragement, and life seminars rooted in faith

  • Dr. Michael Dean
    Former pastor, Travis Avenue Baptist Church, Fort Worth, Texas

    Dr. Randy Lind
    Worship leader, Director of Music week and the Chautauqua Choir Oklahoma Baptist State Convention

  • Claude King, M.Div/MRE
    Author of Experiencing God, Conference Leader, Retired Lifeway Consultant

    Steve Stanley, M.Div
    Author of Dare to Define Your Destiny and Living Your Authentic Created Design
    Founder of MEGA and CORE 7 National Leadership Groups for Ministers
    Founder of Aspire | Leadership Writer & Former Pastor

    Wes Black, Ph.D.
    "Grandparenting – Leaving a Lasting Legacy"
    Senior Adult Minister, Travis Avenue Baptist Church, Fort Worth, TX

    Ruby Stanley, M.Ed.
    "Finish Strong" Breakout Sessions for Women
    Guidance Counselor & Spiritual Mentor

    David Apple
    "Prayer Encounter"
    Former Pastor and Lifeway Ministry Specialist

    Randy Lind, D.MA
    Breakout Sessions for Choir Members, Musicians, and Worship Pastors
    Worship Leadership, Chautauqua Music Week

    David Bowman, D.Min.
    Director of Missions – Breakout Sessions
    Director, Tarrant Baptist Association

    MasterLife Workshop
    A proven discipleship process that equips believers to grow spiritually and live a Christ-centered life.

    CORE 7: The Retirement Season - Lee Rickaway, FBC Duncanville
    A special focus track for ministers and spouses age 55 and up

Schedule

Mornings, group sessions and breakout sessions for men and women

Afternoons: open to visit and or dine in Santa Fe New Mexico or visit with the leadership teams on campus.

Evenings:  Worship services filled with worship through the word and music, fellowship with old and new colleagues.