Great Lakes Conference-Churches of God, General Conference

04/03/2026

1️⃣ONE person can mean the difference between an ACTS Team deploying to serve, or being canceled! Could that ONE 1️⃣ be you? The deadline is approaching, Can you help? Our Southern CA, and Dominican Republic ACTS teams need👉YOU!
More info. and applications: ACTS.CGGC.org

✈️Are you on the fence? Worried about finances? We have solutions to help make mission trips attainable! Contact Jenn at the CGGC office with your questions.

03/31/2026

The church of tomorrow is being built today.

Join leaders from across the Great Lakes Conference for this year’s GLC Sessions—Future Ready: Tomorrow’s Church Today. Two days designed to equip pastors and leadership teams with practical tools, fresh vision, and meaningful connections.

Bring your team. Learn together. Lead better.

📅 June 5–6, 2026
📍 Celina First Church of God
⏳ Registration closes May 22 at 11:59 PM
👉 Register now: https://www.glccg.org/events

10/26/2025

Camp Otyokwah have posted their summer camp dates. Save these dates!!!

Here are our dates for SUMMER 2026!

Registration will open January 1, 2026 so start planning now for what week to attend Camp Otyokwah next summer.

10/08/2025

🌎🙏 LET’S FILL EVERY SPOT!

Our 72 Hours of Prayer & Fasting is almost here — and we still have a few open time slots left!

Here’s the amazing part:

🕊️ Brothers and sisters from all over the globe have already signed up to join us in prayer — lifting up the Great Lakes Region, our new church plants, and the move of God happening among us.

That’s incredible! 🌍❤️

Let’s make sure every moment of these 72 hours is covered in prayer.

⏰ Choose your 30-minute time slot (or more!) and stand with us in prayer and fasting:

🔗 https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1i4M66JCSCSx2u1aDURicyT9q3oqCCcsfb1iNAKqDTQg/edit?usp=sharing

📲 You can also use the QR code on the graphic below to sign up and share it with your church family and friends!

Together — from every corner of the world — we’re believing for revival and renewal in the Great Lakes Region!

09/26/2025

⏰ Will you take your place on the prayer wall?

For 72 hours straight, we’re covering the Great Lakes Region in prayer and fasting. We want continuous prayer — every moment filled — as we lift up new church plants, church reboots, and the mission God has called us to.

📅 Dates: October 15, 16, 17
🔗 Sign up here:

https://docs.google.com/.../1i4M66JCSCSx2u1aDURic.../edit...

✅ You can claim a 30-minute time slot (or more!) to pray — and you won’t be alone. Multiple people can pray at the same time.
We’ve prepared a graphic with a QR code that you can share with friends, family, and your church to spread the word. Let’s cover all 72 hours together!

09/26/2025

📽️ God is moving in the Great Lakes Region!
New church plants. Church reboots. A call to prayer. 🙏

Hear directly from Bob Fall (GLC President) and Dave Odegard (GLC Executive Director) as they share the vision of what’s ahead for our region, and how YOU and your church can be part of it.

Together, we are calling for 72 Hours of Prayer & Fasting as we seek God’s direction and power for this next season.

➡️ Watch the video below to catch the vision!

Updates on what is going on in and around our region.

08/28/2025

🔥 Men, Don’t Miss The Forge 2025! 🔥
September 19–20 is coming fast, reserve your spot for the 3rd annual Forge: GLC Men’s Retreat at Camp Otyokwah!

This isn’t just another event — it’s a powerful weekend where men step away from the daily grind, encounter God’s Word, and return home strengthened for the battles of life.

✅ Build brotherhood
✅ Grow deeper in your faith
✅ Experience adventure & renewal

🎤 Guest Speaker: Mike Smith will bring a timely word to challenge and encourage us.

📍 Camp Otyokwah – the perfect place to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with God’s purpose for your life.

👉 Register today at https://www.glccg.org/events or scan the QR code in the image. Don’t wait — invite a friend and get signed up now!

08/18/2025

🔥 Men, It’s Time to Step Into the Forge! 🔥

Mark your calendars for September 19–20, 2025 and join us for the 3rd annual Forge: GLC Men’s Retreat at Camp Otyokwah!

This is more than just a weekend away — it's a time to reignite your faith, build lasting brotherhood, and dig deep into God’s Word. Whether you're seeking rest, strength, or a challenge, The Forge is where men are sharpened, refined, and encouraged to walk boldly in their calling.

🎤 Guest Speaker: Mike Smith
💥 Brotherhood. Growth. Adventure.
📍 Camp Otyokwah – A place to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with your purpose.

👇 Tap the link or scan the QR code in the image to register and get more info:
🌐 www.glccg.org

Tag a brother who needs to be there with you!

07/12/2025

🔥🔥 Attention Men! 🔥🔥

Mark your calendars — the 3rd Annual Forge Men’s Retreat is happening September 19–20 at Camp Otyokwah!

We’re excited to welcome Mike Smith as our guest speaker. If you attended the GLC Conference, you already know the powerful ways God is using Mike to share the gospel wherever he goes. His stories will challenge and inspire you!

You do NOT want to miss this weekend.

✅ Registration is now open!
Head over to our website for more details and to reserve your spot.
https://www.glccg.org/event-details/the-forge-mens-retreat

06/01/2025

Great Lakes Conference 2025 is a wrap! We had a wonderful weekend of worship, speakers and seeing old friends and making new friends! It’s great to see what God is doing throughout the Great Lakes Conference and across our denomination!

I think it’s safe to say the children had a great time too! *See pictures of some little friends they got to meet at Heartland Conference Center.

05/20/2025

What can we say? We’re so excited for the Great Lakes Conference, conference weekend! 👏🏽
It’s one time a year we can all get together to see our sister churches. We love to catch up and CONNECT!🤝🏽 Please come by our booth to chat! We can’t wait to see you there! 👋🏽

03/24/2025

Do you know what time it is? It's time to register for the 2025 Great Lakes Conference. The dates for this year's conference are May 30-31. Pastor and family day Friday andConference session on Saturday. Registration is open until May 12th at 11:59pm. Get registered today at https://www.glccg.org/events