Conferences
Sponsored by Kanuga

From vestry conferences to youth events to liturgical arts, Kanuga-sponsored conferences provide education, renewal and refreshment to more than 3,000 guests each year. We cover a broad range of subjects, one of which is certain to interest you.
The Kanuga Program Committee works to develop an interesting and inviting selection of conferences. This committee, made up of 20 members from nine states, meets twice a year to consider proposals and to develop and refine existing ideas. If you are interested in proposing a conference, please send a detailed description to , program director.
Been to Kanuga lately? Click here to view photos of our recent events.
Conference Calendar
| January | February | March | April | May | June |
| July | August | September | October | November | December |
January 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 8-10 | Vestry Conference: Leadership for Mission in the 21st CenturyKanuga's annual conference to help strengthen and equip parish leaders for the unique realities of leadership in the 21st century church. Principle presenter: The Rev. Dr. Reggie McNeal, author and missional leadership specialist for the Leadership Network of Dallas. Coordinators: The Rev. Randy Ferebee and the Rev. Alan Akridge, directors of Epiphany Institute + Consulting, Hickory, N.C. |
| 14-17 | Kanuga Knitting and Quilting RetreatA unique opportunity to relax and be creative in Kanuga’s peaceful mountain setting. Beginning to advanced knitters will pick one project to work on: Fair Isle hat, mosaic scarf, one-piece vest, möbius scarf or bring your own. Beginning to intermediate quilters will use variations of the Ohio Star to design a fast quilt from fat quarters. Coordinator: Varian Brandon, Atlanta. |
| Top | |
February 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 6-12 | Iconography: The Gospel in Line and ColorUse traditional egg tempera, gold leaf, paint and prayer to recreate an icon. No art experience needed. Instructor Suzanne Schleck has studied iconography for 20 years. |
| 11-14 | Marriage Enrichment RetreatAn opportunity for committed married couples to learn new skills for enhancing their lives together. Led by the Rev. Clay and Jane Turner, Spartanburg, S.C. |
| Feb. 28-March 3 | Bowen Conference — Nonviolence: A Faithful ResponseKeynoters: Dr. Lucille "Sis" Levin and Jerry Levin of Birmingham, Ala., founders of Community Nonviolence Resource Center. A former CNN reporter, Jerry was kidnapped by Hezbollah while on assignment in Beirut in 1984 and held hostage for nearly a year. His wife played a crucial role in forging the nonviolent effort that led to his escape and told the story in her best-selling book Beirut Diary. |
| Top | |
April 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 19-22 | National Episcopal Preaching Conference: Preaching JesusCo-sponsored with The Episcopal Preaching Foundation, this inaugural conference will give clergy and seminarians practical tools for improving their preaching. Speakers include the Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church; the Rev. Dr. William Willimon, bishop of North Alabama for the United Methodist Church; the Rev. Dr. Thomas Long, Candler School of Theology; Lauren Winner, author of Girl Meets God; and the Rev. Martin Smith, St. Columba’s, Washington, D.C. Chaplain: The Rt. Rev. Frank Griswold, former presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church. Coordinator: The Rev. Dr. William Brosend, Sewanee School of Theology. |
| 25-28 | Healing and Wholeness Retreat: Breathe. See. Nourish. Energize.Reflect on how spiritual principles may facilitate healing, transformation and renewal. Led by Frances Murchison of Lake Forest, Ill., board certified holistic health counselor, author and retreat leader. Coordinator: Linda Murchison, Wilmington, N.C. Chaplain: The Rev. Betsy Roadman, Ossining, N.Y. |
| 25-29 | Kanuga Fly-fishing RetreatStep into a stream and discover a whole new world of wisdom. Get two days of instruction from Fly-fishing Masters national champion Kevin Howell and then hone your skills on the nearby Davidson River, one of Trout Unlimited magazine’s Top 100 rivers in the nation. Coordinator/chaplain: The Rev. Mark Wilson, Fairhope, Ala. |
| 25-30 | Kanuga Photography RetreatLearn from acclaimed instructors as you explore a spiritual link with photography amid the Blue Ridge Mountains in spring bloom. Workshop topics include macro photography, creative color skills, documentary photography in natural light, photo hiking and a common sense approach to digital photography. Coordinated by award-winning photojournalist Beth Reynolds, Northfield, Mass. |
| Top | |
June 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 7-9 | Province IV Women's Conference — Believe in a Miracle: Come and See, Go and TellOptional Networking Day: June 6 |
| 13-18 | Christian Formation Conference — Living Our Baptismal Promises: A Call to WholenessChildren & Youth Faith Formation: June 13-16 |
| 20-25 | Youth WeekConferences for Junior Young People, Senior Young People and Adults Who Work With Youth |
| June 27-July 2 | Renewal Conference — The Relationship Between the Spirit and the Cross: A Divine AppointmentAs surely as the Holy Spirit drew Jesus to the cross for our sake, He draws us to that same meeting place of power and redeeming love. This summer, join a vibrant community of faith led in an exploration of God’s word. Keynoter: The Rt. Rev. Mark Lawrence, bishop of South Carolina. Coordinators: Laura Barr, Sumter, S.C., and Ellen Lumpkin, Summerville, S.C. Chaplains: The Rev. Becky Coerper, Summerville, S.C., and the Rev. Marcus Kaiser, Sumter, S.C. Musicians: The Five O'Clock Band, Birmingham, Ala. |
| Top | |
July 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| July 24-Aug. 7 | Youth Pilgrimage to the Holy LandFor ages 16-20, join George Carey, Lord Carey of Clifton and archbishop of Canterbury from 1991-2002, Lady Eileen Carey and the Rev. Canon John Peterson, Washington National Cathedral’s first Canon for Global Justice and Reconciliation, for this unforgettable two-week journey through the lands where Jesus walked. |
| Top | |
August 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 22-27 | Liturgical Arts XIII: Artistic Expressions of Your FaithDiscover or develop your personal creative abilities with expert instruction in canvaswork, embroidery, sewing church linens, weaving, quilting, photography and choral singing and direction. Coordinator: Lark Howell, Anniston, Ala. Co-coordinator: Jan Hindsley, Washington, N.C. Chaplain: The Rev. Robert Childers, Lookout Mountain, Tenn. |
| Top | |
October 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 17-19 | Lansing Lee ConferenceOne of Kanuga's premier events, this conference will explore the link between faith and environmental issues. Keynoter: The Rev. Canon Sally Bingham, president and founder of Interfaith Power and Light. As one of the first faith leaders to fully recognize global warming as a core moral issue, she has mobilized thousands of religious people to put their faith into action through energy stewardship. Chaplain: The Rev. Barbara Crafton, spiritual director and award-winning author, New York. Coordinator: The Rev. Susan Heath, Columbia, S.C. |
| Top | |
November 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| 13-19 | Icon Writing: A Glimpse of the KingdomUse acrylic paint and prayer to recreate an icon. For beginners and experienced iconographers alike. Led by Teresa Harrison, Coronado, Calif. |
| Top | |
December 2010 |
|
| Date | Conference Name |
| Dec. 27-Jan. 1 | Winterlight 35For students in grades 9-12, a time to celebrate, explore your thoughts and beliefs, worship and make friends from many states all within a welcoming, supportive Christian community. Coordinator: Dee Zeller, Stevensville, Md. |
| Top | |
![]()
- Home |
- Site Map |
- Download Forms |
- Directions |
- Employment |
- Give to Kanuga |
- Privacy Policy |
- Webmaster |
- Page Top
