Download this year’s flyer (PDF): Healthy Church Conference (2026)
The Holy Joys Healthy Church Conference is a gathering of committed laypeople and growing pastors who come together in person to learn from one another about the beliefs, values, practices, and culture of a healthy local church. The conversation is led by qualified practitioners who love the church and want to see it grow in holy happiness. We encourage open and constructive dialogue in a relaxed and prayerful setting. Email your questions to contact@holyjoys.org.
“This conference was set apart in a class all its own from anything I have ever experienced. Still wishing it wasn’t over. Jesus was placed as preeminent and exalted throughout. The word of God took precedence. The presence of God was manifest. I loved all of the guest speakers who were well equipped to teach and welcomed an open dialogue. I loved hearing those who spoke from their seats as well.” —First-time attender
Next Conference
The next Healthy Church Conference is August 20–22, 2026 in St. Louisville, Ohio. The keynote speaker is Chris Bounds, Professor of Theology at Asbury Theological Seminary (learn more). More speakers and full schedule TBA.
Hotels:
- DoubleTree by Hilton
- Cherry Valley Hotel
- Hampton Inn Heath Newark
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath Newark
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Granville
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Newark Heath
- Americas Best Value Inn Heath Newark
- Super 8 by Wyndham Heath/Newark
- Econo Lodge
- Best Western Lakewood Inn
Local restaurants:
- Red Oak Pub and Restaurant
- Elliot’s
- Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace
- 1922 On The Square
- Stockyard Grill
- Shipp Brothers Brewing
- Big Apple Cafe
- City Barbeque
- Texas Roadhouse
- Old Bag of Nails Pub
- Puerto Vallarta
- La Paloma Restaurant
- Tlaquepaque Restaurant
- Royal Thai
- Bombay Garden Indian Cuisine
- Lucky Bamboo
- Kanji Japanese Steak House
- Olive Garden
- Red Lobster
- LongHorn Steakhouse
- Raising Cane’s
- Earthworks Cafe & Lounge
- Trout Club
- Bob Evans
- Roosters
- Watts
- Jimmy John’s
- Jersey Mike’s Subs
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Raising Cane’s
- Panda Express
- Five Guys
- Steak ’n Shake