September 18-20, 2024
Nashville, TN
Brentwood Baptist Church
7777 Concord Rd
CAFO2024 Theme: Becoming
God has good work for us to do, and there are few things better than getting to join Him in it. But His first priority, His great interest, is in the person you are becoming. Everything else flows from that.
Join us at the CAFO Summit as we will explore ideas and images, scriptures and songs, presentations and prayer, companionship and conversations about what it looks like to seek this prize above any other.
CAFO2024 in Nashville marks our 20th year of Summit … and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you! Whether you come on your own or with a team, you will leave feeling inspired and equipped to care wisely and well for vulnerable children and families.
Find YOUR People
Church Leaders
Pastors, Ministry Directors, and Lay Leaders
Non-Profit Leaders
CEOs, Executive Directors, and Staff
Global Leaders
Teams working within the global sector to international leaders on the ground.
Foster/ Adoptive Parents
All who have or are considering welcoming children into their home.
Child Welfare Professionals
Those in every sphere of serving children domestically -- from social workers to agency/county staff.
“It always feels like coming to a family reunion. I just love being around like-minded people, being reminded of why I do the work I do, and refreshed to continue on in this work.”
-CAFO SUMMIT ATTENDEE
SPEAKERS
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What to expect at Cafo2024
120+ Workshops
There’s something for everyone at the CAFO Summit. From best practice research to help for adoptive/foster parents, building church ministry strategies, engaging in care globally, and much more.
Expert Coaching
Connect one-on-one or in small group personalized coaching & mentoring with experts in the field to tackle some of your biggest challenges.
Better Together Workshops
A unique interactive space for groups of like-minded, passionate people to explore, plan, problem-solve, and dream…together.
Intercessory Prayer
Pray with a focused team ready to come alongside you to encourage and burden-share.
Soul Care Deep Dive
Refresh yourself in the steady stream of intentional soul care throughout Summit — with opportunities ranging from Biblical teaching, guided counsel, and private soul care stations.
Community Meet-Ups
There is no other place like Summit to find your people! Connect with old and new friends through a wide variety of meet-ups for all audiences.
Explore the Schedule
All times are Central Time.
Pre-Summit Intensives
Tuesday, Sep 17
Wednesday, Sep 18
Day 1
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1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Check-in & Exhibit Fair
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3:00 PM -4:00 PM
Opening General Session
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4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
Workshops
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5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Dinner Break
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7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
General Session
Day 2
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8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Workshops
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9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Workshops
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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
General Session
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12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Lunch Break
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1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Workshops
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2:45 PM – 3:30 PM
Gather Hour
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3:45 PM – 5:00 PM
Workshops
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5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dinner Break
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7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
General Session
Day 3
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8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Workshops
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9:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Workshops
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11:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Closing General Session
PRE-SUMMIT INTENSIVES
Join CAFO2024 early for one of these deep-dive intensive sessions. Registration is required.
WORKSHOPS
No matter your role in caring for vulnerable children, you’ll find wisdom, truth and guidance for the road ahead.
Workshop schedule coming soon!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We know there’s a lot going on at the CAFO Summit and want to answer some common questions.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Special discounts for flights, hotels and rental cars for CAFO2024 attendees.