Women of Hope Conference 2026: Delight
Take delight in the Lord — and discover the joy of living with holy expectation! Join us for DELIGHT, the 2026 Women of Hope Conference at New Hope Church on Saturday, February 21, 2026. This one-day gathering brings women together from across our church and community for worship, encouragement, and connection.
This year’s opening keynote is led by Dr. Elaine Friedrich from Mount Bethel Church, Georgia. Dr. Friedrich is a speaker known for helping women uncover their God-given purpose and live with intentional, Christ-shaped clarity. Her teaching blends biblical depth with practical wisdom, inviting women to rediscover joy, confidence, and a life of holy anticipation. You’ll also hear from Pastor Taylor Fohr, an exciting young voice from University Carillon in Oviedo, Florida. In addition to our key speakers, you will have the opportunity to experience heartfelt worship and choose from inspiring breakout sessions designed to help you delight in the Lord in every season.
Breakout Sessions
Explore a variety of breakout options that invite you to rest, reflect, and rejoice in the Lord. Breakouts include biblical teaching, practical tools, and creative approaches to deepening your faith:
It’s Your Call: Discovering and Living God’s Purpose for Your Life
Led by Dr. Elaine Friedrich
Every believer is created on purpose and for a purpose, yet many women struggle to clearly identify what God is calling them to do. It’s Your Call is an interactive, biblically grounded workshop designed to help you know and name God’s unique call on your life. Through Scripture, reflection, and practical applications, you will learn to recognize how God has shaped you, clarify your Kingdom assignment, and take confident steps toward living it out.
Engraved on His Hands: Discovering God’s Delight in You
Led by Dianne Horncastle
Isaiah 49:16 reminds us we are engraved on the palms of God’s hands- permanently remembered and deeply loved. This message invites women to stop striving for approval and instead rest in God’s joy and delight in them, finding freedom and security in His unwavering love.
Bible Journaling: Finding Creative Delights in God’s Word
Led by Deborah Gatzke and Presented in both English and Spanish
Get inspired to dive deeper into the Bible through creative journaling! Come learn real-life methods to help break down a Bible verse, discover deeper meanings, applications, and artistic enhancements to further your spiritual growth.
Lids and Limits
Led by Pastor Taylor Fohr
All of us have lids: barriers that keep us from stepping fully into God’s freedom and call on our lives. All of us, too, have limits: the natural limitations of our bodies, minds, hearts, and seasons that often seem like barriers to what God wants to do. The reality is that God wants to remove the lids in your life, and work through the limits. Come for an interactive time to learn, explore your own lids and limits, and gain greater understanding of how God may be wanting to push on your lids and meet you in your limits.
Delight in the Sabbath and Find Rest
Led by Rev. Dr. Vicki Harrison
Are you exhausted physically, spiritually and emotionally? Do you seem to be constantly running on empty? Come discover the biblical importance of taking Sabbath and resting in the presence of God.
Disfruta del Sábado y Encuentra Descanso:
Dirigido por la Pastora Yamiley Martínez
¿Te sientes agotado física, espiritual y emocionalmente? ¿Sientes que siempre estás sin energía? Descubre la importancia bíblica de tomar el sábado y descansar en la presencia de Dios.
6 Breakout Sessions in total to be offered at two different times.
Don’t miss this powerful day of faith, friendship, and renewal! Join women from across our community as we learn what it means to truly delight in the Lord and live with holy expectation.
Registration is open now. Reserve your spot early — space is limited!