Annual Fall Conference

The Northwest Regional hosts a yearly conference each fall for spiritual leadership, music teams, board members, and engaged congregants throughout the region. We gather to meet & support each other, and to learn new ideas or skills related to ministry.

LIVING A LARGER VISION
October 12–15, 2026 Unity of Portland

We’re back—and bigger than ever! With no Unity People’s Conference this year, the UNWR Regional Board is bringing our beloved regional gathering to life once again—open to EVERYONE!  

What’s in store:

Ministers & Spiritual Leaders
Board Members
Youth Teams
Musicians
Connection, inspiration, and community
Fresh ideas to expand your ministry and your life

Accommodations:

The Doubletree by Hilton, Portland, OR – 1000 NE Multnomah, Portland, OR 97232

They are providing free parking (a $35/night value) and complimentary breakfast with the room rate of $189 plus taxes ($220.32/night total). We have suites that sleep two or three (double beds + pull out couch), and king size beds. First come first served basis. Here is the link to reserve your room!

Conference Schedule at a Glance

Monday, October 12

6:30–8:00 PM — Welcome Gathering & Opening Ceremony

Tuesday, October 13

9:00 AM — Official Welcome & Keynote Workshop with Rev. Dr. David Alexander

11:30 AM — Youth Services Team Presentation

12:00 PM — Community Lunch — Salad Buffet

1:30–3:00 PM — Workshops, Round 1 — Tracks for Youth Education, Music, Ministers/Spiritual Leaders & Board Members

3:30–5:00 PM — Workshops, Round 2 — Tracks for Youth Education, Music, Ministers/Spiritual Leaders & Board Members

5:30 PM — Community Dinner — Taco Bar

6:30 PM — Keynote Presentation with Rev. Dr. David Alexander

Wednesday, October 14

9:00 AM — Music, Meditation & Walk of Abundance

9:30–11:00 AM — Interactive Forum on Growth

11:00 AM — Free Time

12:00 PM — Community Lunch — Thai Food

1:30–3:00 PM — Workshops, Round 3 — Tracks for Youth Education, Music, Ministers/Spiritual Leaders & Board Members

3:30–5:00 PM — Jammin’ in the Spirit! — Music, dancing, comedy, and fun for all!

5:30 PM — Choose Your Own Adventure! — Dinner on your own, games, conversations with new and old friends, a night on the town…the evening is yours!

Thursday, October 15

9:00 AM — Music

9:15–11:00 AM — Unity Worldwide Headquarters Presentations — Rev. Stephen Kosyma (Outreach & Engagement), Rev. Maggie Alderman (Silent Unity), and Rev. Shara Moscinska (Unity Communities & Leaders)

11:30 AM — Awards & Closing Ceremony

12:00 PM — Safe travels home!