Women of Joy Gridiron Men Connect Students Celebrators

Schedule

Stand

"after you have done everything to stand, stand firm" - Ephesians 6:13b-14a
Friday 6/14/2013
pm 6:00doors open
7:00Standing in the face of adversity - Dr. Fred Luter
8:30Break
9:00Standing in a fallen world - Tim Tebow
Saturday 6/15/2013
am 8:30Standing in the church - Phil Waldrep
10:00Break
10:30Standing in the workplace - Dan Cathy
11:00Standing in the home - Josh McDowell

Location

Gridiron Men's Conference 2013 will be held in the the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center (BJCC) Arena.

2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Birmingham, AL 35203

Parking is not included with your registration. See the map below for parking information.

From Atlanta and Gadsden: Take 22nd Street exit from I-20/59 west (125) At bottom of ramp go straight across 22nd Street. At the next intersection take a right on to Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North. The Sheraton Birmingham Hotel and Medical Forum are on your right and the Arena, Concert Hall, Exhibition Halls and Meeting Rooms are on your left.

From US Hwy 280: Take Carraway Blvd. exit. At the second light take left on to Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd North. Go four blocks.

From Huntsville, Montgomery, or Tuscaloosa: At the downtown interchange of I-20/59 and I-65 take I-20/59 east to Atlanta and Gadsden. Take the 17th Street exit (125A) and turn left on to 8th Avenue (first light). Take left on 19th Street, go under the interstate and the Arena is on the right side of the street.

Hotels

Sorry, lodging packages are no longer available. You may still register as conference only.

Features Key:

  • Continental Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Exercise Facility
  • Indoor Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Internet
  • Non-Smoking
  • Click for Map
  • Click for Hotel Website
Unless otherwise indicated, all rooms are interior.
Disclaimer: This list is a guide only. Hotels are responsible for their amenities. While we do our best to maintain an accurate list, availability may change without notice. Sorry, we can not offer refunds if a hotel does not provide all amenities that we believe they offer. If your group requires a certain feature or amenity, we recommend you arrange your own lodging and register as Conference Only. Some hotels may not include free parking.

Rates

Deluxe Package — deluxe lodging + conference

register by March 20, 2013
Earlybird!		 after March 20, 2013
4 per room $119 per person $129 per person
3 per room $129 per person $139 per person
2 per room $159 per person $169 per person
1 per room $199 per person $209 per person

Standard Package — standard lodging + conference

register by March 20, 2013
Earlybird!		 after March 20, 2013
4 per room $99 per person $109 per person
3 per room $109 per person $119 per person
2 per room $139 per person $149 per person
1 per room $179 per person $189 per person

Conference Only

Admission $79 per person
Not needed if registering for a lodging package.
Available until sold out.
  • Included in all prices shown, is a $25 non-refundable deposit, due upon registration.
  • All registrations include admission to the full conference.
  • Lodging packages include admission to the conference and lodging for one night. See Hotels for which hotels are available.
  • Parking is not included.
  • Register by March 20, 2013 to receive the Early Bird Discount rate (does not include the Conference Only rate). After March 20, 2013, prices increase.
  • The balance is due by May 1, 2013.
  • Seating at the conference is general admission. Hotels are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Generally, the sooner you register, the closer your hotel will be to the event.

Guests

  • Tim Tebow - Speaker

    One of the greatest college football players of all time, Tim Tebow sees football as a platform for greater good. In an industry where many are looked up to only for their performance on the field, Tim Tebow is an example of how much can be accomplished by standing for values in a world that would have him conform.

    Tim Tebow

  • Dan Cathy - Speaker

    Dan Cathy is the president of one of the nation's largest family owned businesses. His personal passion is to see the fulfillment of the Chick-fil-A Corporate Purpose: "To glorify God by being a faithful steward of all that is entrusted to us. To have a positive influence on all who come in contact with Chick-fil-A."

    Dan Cathy

  • Fred Luter - Speaker

    Pastor of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, the largest church in Louisiana, Fred Luter knows what it looks like to stand in the face of adversity. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, he kept his congregation together. In 2012, Mr. Luter became the first African American President of the SBC.

    Fred Luter

  • Phil Waldrep - Speaker

    Known for his personal illustrations mixed with a bit of humor, Phil Waldrep has preached at more than 1,000 revivals and has spoken for some of America's leading churches. He is the author of Parenting Prodigals: Six Principles for Bringing Your Son or Daughter Back to God.

    Phil Waldrep

  • Josh McDowell - Speaker

    As a young man, Josh McDowell considered himself an agnostic, but when challenged to examine the claims of Christianity, Josh discovered overwhelming evidence for the Christian faith. After trusting in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, Josh's life changed dramatically as he experienced the power of God's love.

    Josh McDowell

  • Charles Billingsley - Worship

    Charles serves as worship leader for the 24,000 member Thomas Road Baptist Church in Lynchburg, Virginia and the nationally-broadcast Live from Liberty television program. His incredible voice and presence inspires listeners in God's name.

    Charles Billingsley