Church Partnership Forum
Signature Marks of a Missions Sending Church
October 14-16, 2026 • Orlando, FL • Speaker: Matthew Ellison
Finding clarity in global missions is an enduring challenge. Discover how God has dynamically gifted your church for proactive global relationships with Pioneers support teams.
Event Details
Matthew Ellison
Matthew was rescued by Jesus when he was twenty-three. Shortly after, he found himself in Ghana, West Africa on a mission venture. He discovered a passion to live life for God's global purpose. Matthew worked as the missions pastor at Calvary for nine years, developing and launching a strategic church-wide missions ministry.
Currently Matthew serves local churches by coaching them in strategically focused missions, helping them discover and use their unique gifts in partnership to make Christ known among all nations. Matthew is the Chief Ministry Office and co-founder of Sixteen:Fifteen, and currently lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico with his wife Renee.
Pioneers is pleased to provide your lodging, meals and resources during the forum. All rooms are double occupancy. If you would like your own room, there is a $100 charge a night during the forum.
How long does the Church Partner Forum last?
October 15, 2025 · 6 p.m. — October 17, 2025 · 1:30 p.m. EST
Is child care provided?
Pioneers does not provide childcare for Church Partner Forums.
Where is the event located?
The Church Partner Forum takes place at the Pioneers campus in Orlando, Florida. Our physical address is 10123 William Carey Drive Orlando, FL 32832.
What should I bring?
Pioneers is pleased to provide your lodging, meals and resources during the forum. Pack a bag for a two-day stay with whatever supplies you’ll need.
Will I be sharing a room?
All rooms are double occupancy. If you would like your own room, there is a $100 charge a night during the forum.
What if I can’t stay the entire time?
If you cannot participate in the entire forum, we respectfully request that you register for a future forum. If you find you cannot participate after registering for this event, please contact Taryn.Hackworth@orlandoteam.com. We can then fill your place with someone on our waiting list.
My church is located outside of the U.S. Can we still participate?
Unfortunately, we cannot accept your registration. We can only accommodate those within the U.S.
How many members of my church can attend?
As your host, Pioneers is honored to offer each church four registrations free of charge.
Day 1
6:00 - 8:30 PM — Opening Dinner & Session
Day 2
7:30 - 8:15 AM — Breakfast
8:30 - 9:00 AM — Worship
9:00 - 10:15 AM — Session 1
10:15 - 10:30 AM— Break
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Session 2
12:30 - 1:30 PM — Lunch
1:30 - 2:30 PM — Session 3
2:30 - 3:30 PM — Break
3:30 – 4:15 PM — Session 4
4:15 – 4:45 PM — Break
4:45 – 6:15 PM — Session 5
6:15 – 7:15 PM — Dinner
7:15 – 8:15 PM — Session 6
Day 3
7:30 - 8:15 AM — Breakfast
8:30 - 9:00 AM — Worship
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Session 1
10:30 - 11:15 AM — Break
11:15 – 12:00 PM — Session 2
12:15 – 1:30 PM — Lunch
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