Lantern Fellowship Fall 2026 The Ministry of Place: A Theological Proposal
Description
What is Lantern Fellowship?
Planned in the spring and fall each year by women of the Heartland Conference of the United Church of Christ, Lantern Fellowship is a time when women of all generations come together to enjoy faith, fun, and friends. The retreat will be held at Camp Christian with housing in Monroe Lodge. Monroe Lodge has 20 rooms with two twin beds each, a beautiful gathering space, a screened in porch and air-conditioning in the main room as needed. Camp Christian is place where the spirit can find renewal. The Steering Committee hopes you will invite a few friends and loved ones to share in the wonderful experience of Lantern Fellowship. You can learn more about Camp Christian at:
https://www.ccinoh.com/

Weekend Activities:
There will be time to explore Camp Christian, shop with the Market Path Fair Trade Store, get crafty doing art projects, and have lots of fun and fellowship with friends, old and new!

Lodging:
We endeavor to accommodate differently-abled participants. Please include preferences on the registration form. Final lodging decisions are made by the steering committee.


Contact us:
Registration questions please contact Becca Hoskins at becca@heartlanducc.org or Bobby Burtt at bobby@heartlanducc.org or 1-800-282-0740 ext. 2 or 3.

Otherwise contact us at:
www.LanternFellowship.com

Lantern Fellowship Voicemail: 740-481-1956

Email: LanternFellowship@gmail.com

FALL 2026

Program:

The Ministry of Place: A Theological Proposal
Speaker: Rev. Michael Howard
Offered as a "theological proposal," The Ministry of Place will explore how scripture is rooted in the landscapes of Eden, Sinai, exile, and resurrection, and how faith itself emerges in dialogue with the places we inhabit. Drawing on theologies of land and community, as well as insights from social ecology, we will reflect on how listening to our neighborhoods and ecosystems can renew our discipleship and witness. Rev. Michael Howard will share stories of how scripture comes alive when read as a conversation about place, inviting us to imagine how our own congregations might embody God’s dream of justice, belonging, and restoration in the places we live, work, and worship.

Michael has served as the Minister of Faith in Action for the Living Water Association since March 2019. Rooted in the wooded knobs of his Kentucky childhood, Michael brings a deep sense of place to his work as a teacher, community organizer, writer, and prophetic Christian leader. In addition to traditional pastoral ministry, Michael has co-founded and coached community organizations, nonprofits, and small businesses, always with a focus on building beloved community and strengthening the common good. His work integrates theology, social ecology, and community development, helping congregations discern how faith takes shape in the places they inhabit. Michael is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ. He holds an MPA from Morehead State University and an MDiv from Drew Theological Seminary.
Code:
LFFall26
Location:
Camp Christian
Dates:
9/18/2026 3:00 PM - 9/20/2026 1:00 PM
Ages:
Ages 18 - 0
Cost:
$170.00
Availability:
Registration will begin on 4/17/2026.
Discounts
Lantern Fellowship first time
This discount is for any first time participant to Lantern Fellowship		$15.00
Lantern Fellowship No Friday Dinner
If you will be arriving after Friday dinner and will NOT EAT DINNER choose this option		$14.00
Lantern Fellowship NO Sunday Lunch
If you will be leaving prior to Lunch on Sunday, you may take this discount		$11.00
Lantern Fellowship recruiter discount
If you have recruited someone to attend Lantern Fellowship for the first time, you get $10 discount for each person you recruited. Please answer question on the form completely to verify this discount. Only one recruiter discount can be automatically recorded here. If you are owed more than one, please contact Becca or Bobby at 1-800-282-0740 ext. 2 or 3 for a special discount code before you register.		$10.00
Lantern Fellowship Saturday only - returnee
This discount is for Lantern Fellowship participants who can only attend on Saturday and have participated in Lantern Fellowship retreat previously. This is the only discount you need it covers everything. Do not request other discounts. The total fee is $90		$80.00
Lantern Fellowship Saturday only New Participant
This discount is for women attending Lantern Fellowship for the first time and only available to attend on Saturday. This is the only discount you need it covers everything. Do not request other discounts. The total fee is $80		$90.00
Lantern Fellowship Scholarship Fund
The Callie Budd Scholarship Fund is available to cover 50% of the fee for any participant who wants to attend that finances are a problem. If you need additional assistance, please complete the question on registration and choose this discount.		50%