SHEPHERDS' CONFERENCE 2026

April 21-23, 2026

Discovery Alliance Church

2630 Connery Way, Missoula


It's All About Relationships


This year’s Shepherd’s Conference will focus on the importance of healthy and Biblical relationships.  Think about it……The sum total of your life, The health of your marriage and family, The effectiveness of your ministry, The degree of glory being given to God are all influenced by the quality of relationships you have in your life.  Our faith, our theology, and our entire Christian walk has no greater arena to be played out in than the relationships that exist in our lives. We invite and encourage you to attend our 2026 Shepherds Conference to learn more about what the Bible has to say about healthy, Biblical relationships.  It truly may be a life-changing event for you and for everyone in your sphere of influence.  Registration begins January 1st. 


Besides the main topic being addressed, there will be some very timely and practical mini sessions to choose from as well as great singing, meeting new friends, networking with others and rejoicing in the goodness of our Lord.  Everyone is invited. 


Conference speaker

Our main speaker will be Ryan Ward, a fifth generation Montanan.  Ryan holds a BA in Biblical Studies from Montana Bible College and a MA in Biblical and Theological Studies from Western Seminary.  He served 8 years as a pastor in rural Montana and 18 years on staff at Montana Bible College, most recently as their President.  He has extensive training in the Biblical Peacemaking course with Peacemakers Ministries and is presently on staff with Relational Wisdom 360, a ministry designed to build and strengthen healthy Biblical Relationships.  The website is rw360.org.

Registration opens in January 2026