Welcome to the 2026 MinistrySmart Conference!
Pack your sunglasses and mark your calendars! Join us in Tampa, FL, October 19–21, for the MinistrySmart Conference 2026. Experience three full days of hands-on ministry software training, expert-led sessions on key topics, and practical learning you can put to work right away. Connect with an incredible community of ministry leaders, gain fresh insights, and leave equipped to maximize your ministry impact.
Curious about what the Ministry Smart Conference can offer you? Discover more about this exclusive, once-a-year event! With over 100 sessions covering everything from mastering our products and best practices for implementation to strategic guidance and the chance to connect with long-time members of our community, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and network!
- Master your church software: Deep dive into Realm and MinistryPlatform with workshops for every level, from beginner to advanced.
- Learn to streamline administration, boost giving, foster discipleship, and enhance communication.
- Discover cutting-edge technology: Explore AI-powered tools like BoodleBox to accelerate ministry tasks and generate workflow automation.
- Gain practical insights: Learn from experts in church finance, budgeting, security, and so much more to make informed decisions and improve your ministry's impact.
- Connect with peers: Engage in roundtable discussions and networking opportunities to share ideas and learn from other innovative churches.
LOCATION
Relax, refresh, and recharge on the waterfront in Tampa Bay.
Set on 35 newly renovated acres along the water, our hotel offers a serene natural setting just three miles from Tampa International Airport. Guests can enjoy birdwatching along the boardwalk, spotting manatees from the boat dock, strolling the scenic 9.5-mile bayside trail, or unwinding at one of two outdoor pools. Experience Tampa like a local in villa-style casita rooms, located steps from the bayside pool and the award-winning seafood restaurant, Oystercatchers.
PRICING
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
October 20
Pre-Conference
8:00am-9:00am | Check-in/Registration
9:00am-4:00pm | Pre-Conference Workshops
12:00pm-1:00pm | Lunch
3:30pm-5:00pm | Early Conference Check-in
Available Workshops:
Realm Basics: Essentials for New Users
Realm Advanced: Mastering Realm
Realm Accounting: Essentials for New Users
MinistryPlatform: Essentials for New Users
MinistryPlatform: Advanced Workshop
ACS Financials: Deep Dive Workshop
October 21
General Conference | Day 1
7:30am-8:00am | Check-in/Registration
8:00am-9:45am | Opening /Praise & Worship
9:00am-6:00pm | Networking & Sponsors
10:00am-11:00am | Breakout Session 1
11:15am-12:15pm | Breakout Session 2
12:15pm-1:30pm | Lunch
1:45pm-2:45pm | Breakout Session 3
3:00pm-4:00pm | Breakout Session 4
4:15pm-5:15pm | Breakout Session 5
October 22
General Conference | Day 2
7:30am-5:00pm | Luggage Storage Open
8:00am-4:15pm | Networking & Sponsors
9:00am-10:00am | Breakout Session 6
10:15am-11:15am | Breakout Session 7
11:30am-12:30pm | Breakout Session 8
12:30pm-1:45pm | Lunch
2:00pm-3:00pm | Breakout Session 9
3:15pm-4:15pm | Breakout Session 10
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Discover the practical training, hands‑on learning, and ministry‑focused insights waiting for you at the 2026 MinistrySmart Conference. Explore the sessions and begin planning your path through the event.
