Board of Ordained Ministry Staff Network Gathering
November 4–7, 2025 | Columbus, Ohio
Location: West Ohio Conference Center, 32 Wesley Blvd., Worthington, OH 43085
Hotel: Sheraton Inn and Suites, 201 Hutchinson Ave., Columbus, OH 43235
Costs:
Registration (Commuter) Fee: $150.00
Registration & 2 Night Housing (Nov. 5th-6th): $367.80
Registration & 3 Night Housing (Nov. 4th-6th): $476.70
We invite all members of the Board of Ordained Ministry Staff Network, new and returning, to gather in Columbus, Ohio, for a time of renewal, collaboration, and equipping as we strengthen our shared work in clergy formation and credentialing. The 2025 BOM Network Gathering will take place from Wednesday, November 5 through Friday, November 7 at the West Ohio Conference Center.
This year’s gathering centers on the themes of Foundations & Relationships, Mentorship, Call & Emerging Challenges, and Best Practices & Looking Ahead. Through worship, plenary sessions, workshops, and collaborative discussions, we will reflect on the dynamics shaping our work, deepen our connections, and learn from one another’s practices and innovations.
Participants will engage in sessions covering:
- Onboarding for new BOM leaders
- Effective mentoring across all stages of ministry
- Discernment processes for Elders, Deacons, and Local Pastors
- Complaint procedures and clergy accountability
- Technology, AI, and tools for credentialing and communications
- General Conference updates and preparation for 2028
Optional Pre-Gathering Opportunity:
New to the BOM Staff Network or want a head start on connecting with colleagues? We encourage you to arrive a day early for an informal Dinner & Fellowship Gathering on Tuesday, November 4 at 5:00 p.m. This relaxed opportunity is designed to welcome newcomers and offer space for early conversations before the formal gathering begins.
Please make plans to attend and share this invitation with the BOM Staff. Your voice and leadership are vital to the strength and future of our collective work.
We look forward to seeing you in Columbus!
Warmly,
The BOM Staff Network Gathering Design Team