Our Great Commission Conference
Grounds for Hope and Mission Increase present “Our Great Commission” a conference designed to challenge you to discover your purpose in God’s plan for today. We will bring together individuals and leaders from non profit organizations, churches and businesses to discover ways that we can make disciples wherever we are. The event will feature opportunities for collaboration and growth as we work together bringing our own unique perspectives from all parts of God’s Kingdom Eco-System!
Conference Themes
October 13-14, Saturn Hall, Von Braun Center
Presented by Grounds for Hope and Mission Increase
Join us for an inspiring and transformative conference designed to help you discover your unique purpose within God’s plan for today. Together, we’ll explore practical and innovative ways to make disciples, no matter where God has placed us—whether in ministry, business, or community work.
This event will unite individuals and leaders from nonprofits, churches, and businesses, fostering an environment of collaboration and growth. Through dynamic sessions and meaningful connections, we will share diverse perspectives and work together to advance God’s Kingdom in every sector of life.
Come ready to be challenged, equipped, and empowered to fulfill your calling and contribute to Our Great Commission.
Randy Butler is a Pastor for Mission Increase. And will be bringing sessions to the “Our Great Commission” Conference based upon his book, “ Transformational Living”. Through these sessions, Randy will lead us on a path of discovery to help us discover or refine our Kingdom Assignment for today.
From his extensive experience as a pastor, police chaplain and nonprofit volunteer, Randy brings has a passion for bringing the local church and nonprofits together to improve a community. His biblically based teaching will help you create your own Kingdom Business Plan on a journey toward greater transformational living.
Scott Harris is the Nashville area director for Mission Increase And will be bringing sessions on what it means to fulfil “Our Great Commission” to make disciples. We will be exploring ways we can all work together in unity through our businesses, nonprofits and churches to share the Gospel message.
Scott grew up as a missionary kid in Barbados, and has spent his career as missions pastor serving locally, nationally and internationally including leadership positions with the Southern Baptist International Mission Board. With his diverse experience, Scott is uniquely qualified to lead us in discussions of how apply mission principles to reach our neighbors for Christ.
Since moving to Birmingham in 1983, Kevin has served in seven different pastoral and Christian nonprofit roles. Kevin is passionate about collaboration and the mobilization to impact communities and as s a long time pastor, his heart for people and service shine through. He will inspire through engaging conversations based on practical biblically based principles.
Kevin Moore is the Central Alabama area director for Mission Increase and will be bringing sessions about collaboration between churches, nonprofit organizations and businesses to our conference. He will be exploring ways we can work in unity to accelerate how we serve our communities.
Lunch Events
Be prepared to be challenged in finding your purpose in God’s plan through our two lunch sessions with Scott Cutlan, author of “Unreasonable”. Scott Cutlan was living the “American Dream” and had it all - a great, high paying job with all of its prestige. a loving wife and family and the ability to provide everything that his family wanted, He had it all. But he felt unfulfilled. The long hours and travel were wearing on him. He knew more was available. but didn’t know how to activate it. in 2012 he began seeking a deeper relationship with God and then in 2017 he felt deeply convicted that God was calling him to do four things: Leave his job, Climb the 7 summits, start a nonprofit and fund it himself. Every single one of those was “unreasonable” yet the story that now has to tell is beautiful story of God working in his life. Not everyone is called to go to the ends of the Earth to fulfil a calling - but each of us is called to do something, and the most important calls are to those everyday leaders who spread love and create impact right where they are. Are you ready to open up and lead people with a “servant’s heart” and a passion for the well-being of those around you? Then you don’t want to miss these two lunch sessions!
*Note that lunch at these sessions is priced separately when you register
Grounds for Hope Awards
The first night of the Grounds for Hope "Our Great Commission" Conference will feature our signature event – the Grounds for Hope Awards Dinner. This special evening honors individuals and nonprofit organizations who live out their faith through service to others.
Awards are selected from nominations submitted through our website at g4hope.com, recognizing the outstanding contributions of both individuals and organizations. Nonprofit organizations will compete for the coveted Outreach of the Year award, and the winner, along with the next four finalists, will receive grants funded by the proceeds from this event.
Join us for a night of celebration, inspiration, and recognition as we highlight stories of those who are making a lasting impact in their communities and advancing God’s Kingdom through selfless service.
Jesus Revolution Concert
After the conference, on Tuesday Oct 14, join us in the Mars Music Hall for a one in a lifetime concert event honoring Grounds for Hope Nominees: The Jesus Revolution Concert Featuring:
The Original Christian Band - Love Song
Phil Keaggy
HoneyTree
Randy Mathews
with Billy Smiley (White Heart) and John Schlitt (Petra) serving as your hosts with their Band “ The Union of Sinners and Saints” Providing backing for the entire night.
Also featuring: The Music City Collective - which will perform new music inspired from Grounds for Hope nominations!
All of our breaks, and a special session open to the public prior to the awards event, will be held in our Showcase area. This is to alllow for collaboration opportunities!. Reserve your spot to showcase your organization!
The Jesus Revolution Concert and Awards Event are both separate tickets but can be purchased with your conference registration. Be sure to check the nomination information for how nominees can get free tickets to the awards event.
But there is More!
Each day of the conference is priced separately. Each day is stand alone.
Lunch is provided as an optional addition. We will have special Lunch programs that you can attend with or without purchasing food, however the VBC does not allow outside food to be brought in. If you would prefer a break during lunch, there are numerous restaruants within walking distance.
Our Conference is Designed to Allow you to Customize how and what you want to attend. Customize your attendance options to fit your schedule and budget: