2023 National Founders Conference - What Is Man?

2023 NATIONAL FOUNDERS CONFERENCE

JANUARY 19-22, 2023

Southwest Florida

If we don’t understand who we are in creation, then we will be inevitably hindered from understanding who God is and how we are to live in His world.

Man is the crowning glory of God’s creation. We are designed to bring glory to Him in this world by exercising dominion and stewardship over the rest of God’s creation. The Bible tells us very clearly what mankind is: We are image-bearers of the one, true and holy God. “So God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them” (Gen. 1:27).

But we have lost sight of that truth. We live in a day where the definitions of man and woman are under attack. We have taken it upon ourselves to not only argue that mankind was not created or formed for a purpose by a great Creator, but we are attempting to redefine the essence of our humanity.

Society tells us that men can become women or women can become men. Children’s bodies are being mutilated due to transition surgeries done in the name of spiritual enlightenment and gender identity disorders.

Millions of image-bearers have been slaughtered in recent decades in abortion clinics. The entire transgender movement is redefining what it means to be a man. These warped ideas and practices permeate every aspect of our culture.

What is man?

That is the vitally important question that the 2023 National Founders Conference will address from the Word of God. When truth is under attack in our culture, God’s people must not shrink back. Scripture is clear and we must not flinch in standing firm on its message. The church must address this issue, because if we don’t, who will?

Join us in Fort Myers, Florida, from January 19-21 as we seek to do just that under the teaching of Tom Ascol, Voddie Baucham, Joel Beeke, Paul Washer and Bradley Pierce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancelled registrations received by July 31st, 2022 will be issued a full refund minus $10 per registered person for processing fees. Cancelled registrations from August 1st, 2022 to December 31st, 2022 will be issued a 50% refund unless otherwise approved. No refund will be made and full payment will be required for cancellations received after December 31st, 2022 unless otherwise approved. Cancellations must be made by phone (888-525-1689) during normal business hours (not via voicemail message), or by email (officeadmin@founders.org).

What is the conference schedule?

While the full conference schedule has not been finalized our past conferences have followed the following pattern. There will be a pre-conference on Wednesday night at Grace Baptist Church, this is a separately ticketed event, check back to this page for more details. Thursday morning will begin conference registration and the first session will be around 1:00pm and will end around 8:00pm. Friday is a full day from 9:00am to 9:00pm. Saturday will be a half day from 9:00am to 12:00pm. We invite all attendees to attend our church services at Grace Baptist Church on Sunday morning. This is subject to change but provides a basic framework so that you can plan your travel accordingly.

Do you have conference hotels?

Yes, please view the Lodging section below.

Do you provide group/church discounts?

Please contact us at officeadmin@founders.org to discuss possible group discounts.

Do you provide food during the conference?

We plan to have complimentary water and coffee available but do not have the ability to provide food at this venue. Before the conference begins we will post a list of local restaurants to help you during the meal breaks. There will likely be a FAM dinner on Thursday night – check back here for more details.

Is this just a pastors’ conference?

We welcome everyone to attend our conferences and have a large number of families that attend. We hope to have a separate room for young families that has stream access for when the kids need to stretch and play. We will not be providing childcare for this event.

What is the dress code for this conference?

January in sunny SWFL is typically highs in the low 70s and lows in the 50s. We do not have a set dress code and our attendees typically vary from suits to shorts and t-shirts. The venue can be cold, so we would suggest bringing a jacket or sweater.

Speakers

Tom Ascol

President, Founders Ministries

Voddie Baucham

Dean of Theology, African Christian University

Joel Beeke

President, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary

Paul Washer

Founder, Heart Cry Missionary Society

Bradley Pierce

President, Foundation to Abolish Abortion

Registration

Thank you for your interest in attending the 2023 National Founders Conference!

Adult Registration

Discounted Rate $180

June 1 through November 30, 2022
Regular Rate $220

December 1, 2022, through January 18, 2023

YOUTH registration

Ages 11-17 $50
Ages 10 and under Free!

Additional Opportunities

Pre-Conference

January 18 | 6:00 p.m.

Plan to join us for a pre-conference on January 18 at 6:00 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church in Cape Coral, Florida. Tom Ascol and Voddie Baucham will be speaking on Christian Nationalism.

Ministry Update Dinner

January 19 | 4:30 p.m.

On January 19, during the evening break, we are hosting an informal, family-style dinner at McGregor Baptist Church to provide a ministry update, explain the vision for 2023 and provide avenues for you to support the work of Founders.

MENU: BBQ Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans, Cookie

At the 2023 National Conference, Founders Ministries will be celebrating our 40th year of hosting conferences! We are delighted to welcome back some of the men who helped start Founders in 1982 for a special 40th Anniversary panel at the #NFC23