Cultivate Women's Conference

Cultivate Hope with us April 24-25, 2026!

Cultivate is our yearly women’s conference. This year's theme is Hope! Cultivate happens every year in April and is a time to step away from the stresses of life and immerse yourself in God’s Word with your sisters. At Cultivate you will learn to cultivate a new hope in the Lord. Cultivate is for girls 6th-12th grade and adult women!

This year Cultivate will be April 24-25 in Crosswalk Conference Center. Our speaker is Tasha Calvert, Prestonwood Baptist Church Women's Minister, accompanied by Green Acres Worship.

The cost is $35 and includes a tshirt, food, and a special gift! Childcare is available for $5/child. Kids will be provided with pizza Friday night and a snack Saturday morning! Childcare registration will close April 16.

Ministry Leader Lunch

Ministry Leader add-on
Ministry Leader add-on

This year we have planned a special optional add-on to your Cultivate registration! If you are a ministry leader in any capacity, whether on staff at your church, serving as a small group leader, running a non-profit, if you are serving in Women’s Ministry or interested in ministry to women, this luncheon and workshop are for you!

The Ministry Leader Luncheon will take place from 12-2pm on Friday, April 24. Registration costs $20 and includes lunch and a special message from Tasha Calvert & Debbie Stuart on Best Practices for Ministry.

For more information reach out to Taylor Gibson or Debbie Stuart. You can ad on this registration when you register for Cultivate!

Prayer Emphasis

Cultivate does not happen without a strong prayer covering. There are 3 ways you can join us in prayer this year!
1. Cultivate Prayer Guides! This 24 day prayer guide will walk you through specific ways to be praying for Cultivate.
2. Cultivate Prayer Team- This is a small group of women that will be offering prayer during Cultivate. This team will be wearing a specific-colored t-shirt for attendees of Cultivate to ask you for prayer throughout the weekend. To apply for this team, email taylorg@gabc.org.
3. Cultivate Prayer Covering- If you are not able to attend Cultivate, but still want to be praying during the event, you can sign-up for a 30-minute time slot. We are hopeful to have constant prayer covering from the start to finish of Cultivate!

Cultivate 2026 Schedule

Friday

5:15 Doors open

5:30 Dinner opens

6:00 Session 1

7:30 Breakout 1

8:30 Session 2

9:30 Dismiss

Saturday
8:00 Doors Open

8:30 Breakout 2

9:30 Session 3

10:45 Breakout 3

11:45 Session 4

12:30 Dismiss

Cultivate 2026 Breakouts- More Coming Soon!!

Developing the Habit of Hope with Debbie Stuart

In Luke 13 there is a story of a “hurting” woman who had lost hope. She had an unexpected life-changing encounter with Jesus. We will look at the process He took with her, which is surprising. We will also see the enemy’s process in her life. We will discover 3 things that will help us develop habits of hope.

Bible Art Journaling with Debbie Martin & Kelly Smith

GROW with God in a creative way through beautiful Bible art journaling. You’ll be guided in a relaxed, encouraging environment where creativity becomes an act of worship. Come ready to explore scripture, connect, and create a meaningful piece of art that reflects the Hope we have in Him. *All material will be provided.

Finding Hope in Chaos with Leslie Bowers

Cultivate Hope Discussion Group with Stacy Davis

This breakout session will be spent discussing what was taught in the main stage sessions. Women will have a space to share what they learned and process what God is doing in their life. *Note: this breakout will only be offered during breakout sessions 1 & 3

How to Create a Prayer Board with Stevie Watson & Laura Benson

Discover the power of prayer through creativity with making your own prayer board. As Matthew 6:6 reminds us, “When you pray, go into your room, close the door, and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” This is your time to connect with God, reflect on His promises, and visually express your hopes and prayers. Join us to craft a board that inspires faith, encourages hope, and reminds you that every prayer, seen or unseen, matters.

Hope Through Child Loss Panel with Leigh Evans, Alexa Turman, Claire Fisher & Amanda Grace

Child loss is a grief that no mother ever expects to walk through. In this panel style discussion, mothers who have experienced the loss of a child at different ages and stages of life will share their stories. Together they will speak about grief, healing, and the hope that can still be found even in the deepest sorrow, but only found through Christ. Whether your loss is recent or many years ago, or maybe you are supporting someone close to you who has experienced loss, this conversation is meant to offer comfort and connection. This will serve as a reminder that you are not alone. The God of the universes sees you, loves you, and is still writing your story! *Note: This breakout will only be offered on Friday

Steady Through the Storm: Helping Your Husband Navigate Hard Seasons with Jaime Cornelius

Hard seasons can test a marriage, but they can also become places where hope grows deeper. This breakout will encourage wives with practical and biblical ways to support, strengthen, and walk alongside their husbands through challenges such as stress, disappointment, and uncertainty. Learn how to offer steady encouragement, communicate with wisdom, and cultivate a home marked by faith and hope even in difficult times.

Hopeful Single Seasons- KT Helgesen, Kristin Carter, Maebeth

In a world that often measures worth by relationship status, it's easy for single women to feel overlooked or "on hold". This session will discuss how we can reclaim our primary identity in Christ embracing our standing as chosen and complete; trading a 'waiting room' mentality for a life of bold, kingdom-focused purpose; and practical ways to bridge the gap of loneliness by building deep, intentional communities. Whether you are content in your season or struggling to find your footing, come find fresh hope and a renewed vision for your journey. *Note this session will only be offered on Saturday during session 2 & 3

From What If to Even If: Finding Hope in the Battlefield of the Mind- Haley Harris

Join us for a powerful breakout session where faith and evidence-based counseling meet to bring real hope to anxious hearts and weary minds. Together we'll explore practical tools rooted in biblical truth that help calm our thoughts and anchor our souls. Learn how to shift from "what if" fears to "even if" faith- and discover the steady hope God offers even in an uncertain world.

Right Where You’re Meant to be with Lacy Robertson

This breakout is for 18-30 year olds who feel stuck or unsure about the season they’re in. I want to help you see that this isn’t a wasted chapter, it’s one God is using with purpose. We’ll talk about what it looks like to dwell well right where you while trusting that the Lord is still writing your story. My hope is that you leave encouraged, grounded in truth, and confident that God is good to His promises and His timing. You’re not behind, and you’re not stuck. You’re becoming exactly who He’s calling you to be. *This session will only be offered on Friday during breakout session 1

Clinging to Hope While Loving a Prodigal with Julie Lankford

Your loved one has wandered...walked away from the things of God, and you are shaken, devastated, and weary of the excruciating uncertainty. Together, we will learn to remain hopeful even when walking through the valley. Hosea 2:15 says, "I will transform the Valley of Trouble into a gateway of hope."

Practical Hope when the Darkness Does Not Lift with Hayley Sinclair

In seasons of suffering, whether mental, physical or spiritual, how do we fight for hope when darkness is all we see? Together we will walk through one of my favorite chapters in John Piper’s book, “When I Don’t Desire God,” Learning how to apply biblical principles on how we walk through hard seasons with hope.

Cultivating Discretion: Protecting What God Is Growing in You with Sherrie McCoy

We will explore biblical principles of discretion and how wisely guarding what God is doing in our hearts can nurture spiritual growth, wisdom, and purpose. Together, we’ll consider how cultivating discretion helps develop and mature wisdom in our hearts, minds, and daily lives as we walk with God and steward what He is growing within us.

Hope for Mothers with Shari Wilson

6th-12th Grade Girls Breakout with Meghan Goad & Lacy Robertson

Adicción: Una Lucha, Una Esperanza- Dios Responde con Claudia Bueno

No pierdas la esperanza durante los cambios de la vida con Lety Quezada

De estar perdido a regresar a casa: Nunca más allá de la esperanza

“He taught me that I should just surrender and let him lead and have peace with that rather than trying to control or do everything on my own!”
Cultivate 2022 attendee
“ Cultivate changed my life! Within a few months after cultivate I was saved and baptized! The Lord got me there and is forever my savior! Before cultivate I didn’t know the Lord and now I do!”
Cultivate 2023 attendee
“To plant the right seed, to cultivate them, to pull out the weeds!”
Cultivate 2022 attendee

Speakers

Tasha Calvert
Tasha Calvert

Tasha Calvert is the Women’s Minister at Prestonwood Church in Dallas, Texas and host of Digging In, a weekly podcast centered on Christian living. She is the author of over fifteen Bible studies which can be accessed on platforms like Right Now Media, You Version, YouTube, GLU Network, or at prestonwoodwomen.org. Tasha is a sought-after speaker and Bible teacher, often lending her voice in leadership and equipping spaces. Whether in beautiful vacation spots, or at home in Frisco, Texas, Tasha and her husband Robert love spending time with their four daughters, two sons-in-law, and granddaughter. Check out tashacalvert.com for more information.

Vendors- more coming soon!

Made by MD Designs
Art by Terry Tracy
Sip 'N
Youngblood Bakery
R & R Soaps
Bible Tassels from Freya Park
Hand Crafted Tyler

Tyler, TX Recommendations

Coffee

Crema Coffee

The Foundry

Mudslingers

Brady’s Coffee

Jumpshot Coffee

Food

Twelve

The Grove

First Watch

Don Juan’s

The Potpourri House

Stanley’s Famous Pit BBQ

Lodging

Homewood Suites by Hilton Tyler

Magnuson Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tyler

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tyler

Thomas Hotel

Airbnb- Brand new 3 bedroom home in Tyler, TX

Airbnb-The Beechwood House

Airbnb- Loft in Downtown Tyler

The Willows- https://www.tylerbnb.com/

FAQ's

General

What is Cultivate Women’s Conference? 

The purpose of Cultivate women’s conference is to transform the lives of women with the truth of Jesus. We plan to accomplish this vision through prayer, preparation, invitation, worship and messages spoken in truth. Our prayer for the 2026 Cultivate Women’s Conference is that the Lord would stir Hope in our hearts as we pursue Him everyday.

Who is Cultivate for?

Girls and women from 6th grade through adulthood!

Where will Cultivate take place?

Green Acres Baptist Church Crosswalk Conference Center located at 1607 Troup Hwy Tyler, TX 75701.

Who is the Speakers for Cultivate?

Tasha Calvert, Author, Podcaster, Speaker and Women’s Minister! Plus a fabulous lineup of breakout speakers!

Who is leading worship for Cultivate?

Green Acres Worship!

How long is the conference?

We will begin Friday night with dinner at 5:30pm and end by 9:30pm. On Saturday we will begin at 8:30 and end at 12:30pm.

Will there be food?

Yes! Food options coming soon! If you registered your child for childcare, they will get pizza Friday night and snacks on Saturday.

Where do I park?

You can park in our parking garage or the large parking lot off of Barbara street. We will have golf cart drivers available to drive to and from your car.

Breakouts

 

What are the breakout session topics?

Scroll up to see the list of breakout sessions we will be offering this year!

How many breakout sessions can I attend?

You will have 3 opportunities to attend a breakout session!

Will breakout sessions be recorded?

Unfortunately, we do not have the technology or manpower to offer this at this time.

Tickets

What does my ticket cost cover?

A t-shirt, food, and a gift!

Are refunds available if I can’t go?

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer refunds at this time.

Can I pay half if I’m only attending 1 day?

Whether you attend Friday, Saturday, or both you will have access to the same gifts, so the price of the ticket is the same, even if you can only come 1 day.

Are scholarships available?

Yes! We have full and partial scholarships available thanks to generous donations.

How can I provide a scholarship for someone to go to Cultivate?

Contact Mimi Youngblood at mimiy@gabc.org.

Questions?

Contact Taylor Gibson!

Taylor Gibson

Women's Ministry Associate

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