Missions Get-Together is an annual event planned and hosted by Tennessee WMU for women 18 years of age and older. During this event, women will discover:
- JOY connecting with state, national and international missionaries & hearing their stories!
- JOY experiencing spiritual growth through Biblical truth!
- JOY considering new missions & ministry opportunities for you and your church!
- JOY uncovering fresh ideas & resources!
- JOY gathering with mission-minded women from all across Tennessee!
- JOY returning home inspired & empowered to connect, tell, disciple, lead & serve!
The event features three General Sessions, FIVE Breakout Sessions – (PLUS TWO BONUS Breakouts on Friday morning), and a Missions & Ministry Fair with WorldCrafts store and a Silent Auction!
THEME: WHAT JOY
SCRIPTURE: “Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.”
-1 Thessalonians 2:8
REGISTRATION
REGISTER ONLINE- No registration at the event – everyone must pre-register
- Registration Fee (includes a box dinner on Friday & box lunch on Saturday):
BOTH DAYS:
$120 per person from:Jan 2 – Feb 28, 2025
$140 per person from: March 1 – 21, 2025
FRIDAY or SATURDAY ONLY:
$65 per person from:Jan 2 – Feb 28, 2025
$75 per person from: March 1 – 21, 2025
(one box meal included either FRI dinner or SAT lunch) - LODGING RECOMMENDATIONS
(All registrations are transferable but not refundable.)
(Missions Get-Together is for women 18 years and older.)
SPECIAL GUESTS
Andrea Lennon
Bible Study Leader
Sarah Mentzer & Tim Paul
Worship Leaders
IMB Missionaries:
- Jonathon & Michelle Swafford – South & Southeast Asia
- Caitlyn – South Asia
- Hannah Yount – Deaf of Africa
- Courtney Robertson – Guatemala
NAMB Missionaries:
- Blake Burget – Send Denver/Front Range church planter
- Ryann French – Send Relief Ministry Center, Valdosta, GA
SCHEDULE
| Friday, Apr. 4 | |
| 9:00am | Registration Opens |
| 9:30-10:15am | Bonus Breakout Sessions |
| 10:30-11:15am | Bonus Breakout Sessions |
| 11:15am-1:15pm | Lunch Break (participants can bring their lunch and eat at the church or go into Dickson to eat) |
| 12:00pm | Missions Fair Opens |
| 1:15-2:00pm | Breakout Session 1 |
| 2:15-3:00pm | Breakout Session 2 |
| 3:15-4:00pm | Breakout Session 3 |
| 4:15-5:30pm | General Session |
| 5:30-7:00pm | Dinner On-Site (box meal provided, cost included in registration fee) |
| 6:45pm | Missions Fair Closes |
| 7:00-8:30pm | Missions Family Game Night in Worship Center |
| Saturday, Apr. 5 | |
| 8:00am | Registration and Missions Fair Open |
| 8:45-9:30am | Breakout Session 4 |
| 10:00-11:30am | General Session/TN WMU Annual Meeting |
| 11:30am-1:00pm | Lunch On-Site (box meal provided, cost included in registration fee) |
| 12:45pm | Missions Fair Closes |
| 1:00-1:45pm | Breakout Session 5 |
| 2:00-3:15pm | General Session |
The Missions Fair will be closed during General Sessions.
MINISTRY PROJECT
Pregnancy Resource Centers
TBMB Compassion Ministries collaborates with over 20 Pregnancy Resource Centers in communities around Tennessee that minister to women facing unplanned pregnancies. As young women choose life for their babies, Pregnancy Resource Centers provide critical services like ultrasounds, birthing classes, parenting classes, mentoring, and Bible studies. These centers put the love of Jesus into action by providing hope and help to women during a vulnerable time.
Suggested items to donate:
- Diapers (All sizes)
- Baby Wipes
- Packs of Onesies
- Baby Shampoo
- Baby Detergent
- $5-$10 gift cards for fast food
When you arrive at Missions Get-Together, drop off your ministry project items at the designated area in the church lobby.
SILENT AUCTION
A wide array of gift baskets, handmade items, and other donations will be up for bid in the Silent Auction hosted by the TN WMU Endowment Promotion Team. Proceeds from the auction will go to the Tennessee N Touch Endowment which benefits Tennessee WMU ministries.
If you or your group are interested in donating an item to the Silent Auction, contact Martha Pitts at martha.pitts@madisong.com.
EVENT OFFERING
The offering given at MGT this year will go to the Amy Hood Adoption Endowment (90%) and the Tennessee WMU Tennessee N Touch Endowment (10%).
Download Promotional Files
T-SHIRTS
MGT t-shirts are available by pre-ordering through March 16. Shirts will not be sold at the event. All orders will be available for pickup upon check-in at the event on Friday, April 4 at First Baptist Church, Dickson. Click here to order your shirts online.
WHILE YOU’RE IN DICKSON…
This Visitor’s Guide, published by the Dickson County Chamber of Commerce, provides a helpful overview of local activities and attractions. While we’re sharing this resource to assist with planning your stay in the Dickson area, the activities listed are independently curated by the Chamber of Commerce and represent their selection of local offerings. We hope this guide helps make your time in Dickson more enjoyable!