CKNB Women Invited to Grow, Connect, and Be Encouraged at Cultivate 2026

SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. — Women across the Central Kentucky Network of Baptists are invited to participate in one of Kentucky Baptists' premier gatherings for women: Cultivate 2026, a conference designed to encourage spiritual growth, strengthen discipleship, and equip women to serve Christ more effectively in their churches and communities.

Hosted by Kentucky Baptist Women, Cultivate will take place July 31–August 1, 2026, at Little Flock Baptist Church in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. This year's conference theme, "Rooted, Transformed, Filled," is based on Ephesians 3:17-19 and will focus on helping women become firmly rooted in Christ's love, transformed by His power, and filled with His presence as they disciple and encourage others.

The conference will feature biblical teaching, worship, fellowship opportunities, and practical workshops designed to help women discover and utilize their spiritual gifts within the local church. Organizers describe Cultivate as an opportunity for women to deepen their faith while building meaningful connections with sisters in Christ from churches across Kentucky.

This year's featured speaker will be Kristin Yeldell, who has served in women's ministry leadership for more than 25 years and is passionate about equipping women through God's Word. Worship will be led by Stephanie Patterson, and Kentucky Baptist Women's Ministry Consultant Sara Robinson will serve as hostess and emcee.

For churches throughout the CKNB family, Cultivate presents a valuable opportunity to invest in women's ministry leaders, Bible study teachers, mentors, and women seeking to grow in their walk with Christ. Whether attending individually or bringing an entire women's ministry team, participants will return home encouraged, equipped, and inspired to serve their local congregations more effectively.

Kentucky Baptist Women exists to help women believe in Jesus Christ, belong to biblical community, and become maturing disciples. Through events such as Cultivate, women are encouraged to develop deeper relationships with Christ while discovering ways to impact their churches and communities for God's glory.

Early registration and group rates are available, making this an excellent opportunity for churches to send multiple women together. Those interested in attending can find registration details, workshop information, lodging options, and conference updates at the Kentucky Baptist Convention's Cultivate website.

CKNB encourages pastors, church leaders, and women's ministry teams to prayerfully consider participating in this impactful event. As women are strengthened in their faith and equipped for ministry, our churches and communities are strengthened as well.

For more information and registration details, visit the Kentucky Baptist Convention's Cultivate page at kybaptist.org/cultivate.