Sharing Faith Conference
Practices for Sacred Storytelling
June 18-20, 2027 | Mo-Ranch in Hunt, TX
A gathering for faith-full storytellers of all ages.
The goal of the Sharing Faith Conference is to help you recognize God’s presence in your life and feel inspired to share your personal faith story. Through presentations and workshops — such as writing, art, music, or faith-listening — you will experience many ways to build your faith vocabulary and hone your skills for sharing. With co-proclaimers of all ages, the conference will have many opportunities to watch, learn, and share sacred stories. You will leave empowered to share your faith story in your own words and your own way.
So, what’s your story?
Early Access Registration
Opens October 1st!
Opportunities for individuals, church groups, and families.
Options:
$50 per person, includes 2-night stay & meals
$100 family max, includes 2-night stay & meals
$25 Weekend Pass, includes meals
Children and youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian or church leader who has been granted permission to accompany them to this event.
Weekend Schedule
FRIDAY
Check-in begins on Friday, June 18 at 4:00 p.m. with dinner in the dining hall and opening worship in the evening.
SATURDAY
Saturday will feature worship, workshops, outdoor and indoor activities for all ages, and time to relax, reflect, and rejoice.
SUNDAY
We will share breakfast and a final time of worship and story-telling. You have the option to depart before or after lunch.
Full schedule will be announced in early 2027
The Sharing Faith Conference is brought to you by the Sharing Faith Initiative, a grant-funded program at Austin Seminary. The conference will be held at the beautiful Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly in Hunt, TX. Attendees will stay in hotel rooms at the retreat center and be able to enjoy the many amenities that Mo-Ranch offers. The registration fee includes a two-night hotel stay, meals, activities, and workshops. Parking is free and golf carts will be available for those who need assistance moving around the grounds.
Please reach out to us at sharingfaith@austinseminary.edu with any questions about the Sharing Faith Conference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
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All of the meals, from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch, are included with reservation. The Family and Individual options include a two-night stay at Mo-Ranch, and the Weekend Pass covers all of the meals, with no overnight accommodations.
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Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly is located at 2229 FM 1340, Hunt, Texas 78024-3037. San Antonio International Airport is the closest major airport to Hunt, TX at 1 hr, 31 min travel time. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 2 hr, 29 min in travel time. See detailed directions from nearest cities here: https://www.moranch.org/stay-at-mo-ranch/directions/.
Please note:
Mo-Ranch does not provide transportation to their facility.
Mo-Ranch is 90 miles one-way, an almost 2-hour drive from the nearest airport (SAT). Please allow 3 hours travel/check-in time for departures.
If you are in need of shuttle service to Mo-Ranch, call Kars for Hire in Kerrville at (830) 890-8200 at least 15 days in advance to arrange transportation from San Antonio International Airport.
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The lodging for the Sharing Faith Conference will be hotel rooms with two queen beds and a private bathroom. There is free parking and paved roads throughout Mo-Ranch.
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Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, June 18. Dinner is served from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the dining hall. Programming will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Friday and end at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday.
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All dietary restrictions should be communicated in the registration form. Any dietary needs will be communicated by the Sharing Faith team to the Mo-Ranch staff.
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Reservations for the Sharing Faith Conference are eligible for a refund before March 31, 2027. After March 31, 2027, reservations will not be eligible for a refund.
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In the main hall where the worship and workshops will be held, there is no elevator, so participants will have to use stairs to get between the two levels. Lodging facilities are separate from the meeting and dining spaces at the Sharing Faith Conference, so participants can expect some walking around the campus for the regular conference activities. Please mention in your reservation if you prefer a ground level room or a golf cart for getting around the campus.
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Conference activities will be held in indoor spaces, but participants will need to walk outdoors between the buildings.
What to wear: Casual, comfortable clothing, a sweater or jacket for cool mornings/evenings or air conditioned spaces, comfortable, closed-toe walking socks and shoes, hat for sunny days, rain jacket or poncho + umbrella, just in case
Items to share: Socks and snacks! We are collecting donations of new, unused socks to benefit local charities. You are also invited to bring a favorite snack or treat to share. We’ll gather everyone’s goodies together for a big potluck snack table that we can enjoy throughout our time together. Sweet, salty, healthy, or indulgent—bring whatever you like and add it to the table!
Everyday essentials: reusable water bottle and/or coffee tumbler, alarm clock, camera, Sunscreen & insect repellent
For reflection & learning: Bible, notebook or journal
For outdoor fun: Bathing suit, if you’d like to swim in the pool or river, Swim towel, River shoes, Binoculars
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The event will have photographers and videographers capturing moments throughout the weekend. If you need special accommodations around this, please contact the Sharing Faith Initiative staff at sharingfaith@austinseminary.edu.
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Come to listen to the stories of others and encourage them in the telling! Or learn ways to get your congregation more involved in sharing faith in worship.
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Come anyway! Listen to the stories of others and encourage them in their telling. We are all witnesses to God’s work in the world, and witnesses also require listeners to hear what has been experienced. Hope to see you there!
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Thanks to a generous grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc. the Sharing Faith Initiative is able to offer this two-night conference at such an affordable rate.
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You may contact the Sharing Faith Initiative at sharingfaith@austinseminary.edu with any questions or concerns.