Church Leaders Conference
April 26-27 or April 28-29, 2027 | Dallas, TX
What's CLC?
Church Leaders Conference is Watermark Resources’ annual event designed to refresh, equip, and inspire church leaders. Whether you’re a senior pastor, small group leader, tech director, or serve in operations, CLC offers two full days of practical training, biblical encouragement, and behind-the-scenes access to real ministry in action. Through mainstage sessions, over 50 breakout options, and live ministry showcases, attendees gain tools and insights to strengthen their leadership and better serve their local churches. Our goal is to meet leaders where they are—regardless of church size or role—and help them return home encouraged, sharpened, and ready to lead with renewed clarity and conviction.
Same Conference - Pick Your Dates
To make room for more church leaders to attend in 2027, we’re offering two different conference dates for the same Church Leaders Conference. Both conferences will feature the same schedule, mainstages, and breakout sessions designed to equip and encourage you and your team. The only differences will be the dates you choose and the live ministry showcases, which vary based on weekly rhythms at Watermark Community Church. There will be no pre-conference workshops this year. We hope this added flexibility helps you plan well and bring more of your team to CLC!
CLC 2026 Conference 1 Schedule
| Monday, April 27, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 7:30 AM | Check-in Opens |
| 9:00 AM | Mainstage Session 1 |
| 11:00 AM | Mainstage Session 2 |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM | Breakouts 1 |
| 3:00 PM | Mainstage Session 3 |
| 4:45 PM | Dinner |
| 6:30 PM | Ministry Showcases |
| Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | Ministry Showcase |
| 7:30 AM | Staff Consulting Appointments 1 |
| 8:15 AM | Staff Consulting Appointments 2 |
| 9:00 AM | Mainstage Session 4 |
| 11:00 AM | Breakouts 2 |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:15 PM | Breakouts 3 |
| 2:30 PM | Mainstage Session 5 |
| 6:00 PM | Ministry Showcases |
CLC 2026 Conference 2 Schedule
| Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 7:30 AM | Check-in Opens |
| 9:00 AM | Mainstage Session 1 |
| 11:00 AM | Mainstage Session 2 |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 PM | Breakouts 1 |
| 3:00 PM | Mainstage Session 3 |
| 4:45 PM | Dinner |
| 6:30 PM | Ministry Showcases |
| Thursday, April 30, 2026 | |
|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | Ministry Showcase |
| 7:30 AM | Staff Consulting Appointments 1 |
| 8:15 AM | Staff Consulting Appointments 2 |
| 9:00 AM | Mainstage Session 4 |
| 11:00 AM | Breakouts 2 |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch |
| 1:15 PM | Breakouts 3 |
| 2:30 PM | Mainstage Session 5 |
Travel
Welcome to Texas. No spurs required.
Watermark Community Church
7540 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy
Dallas, TX 75251
Directions
Dallas has two airports that allow travelers to fly into our great city. You can choose between Dallas Love Field or DFW International Airport.
Recommended Hotels For Conference Dates April 27-28:
Driving Distance:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas Park Central
13131 N Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243
972-234-3300 EXT. 506
Driving Distance:
The Westin
12720 Merit Drive, Dallas, TX 75251
972-385-3000
Driving Distance:
Hyatt Place Dallas North
5229 Spring Valley Road, Dallas, TX 75254
972-716-2001
Recommended Hotels For Conference Dates April 29-30:
Driving Distance:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas Park Central
13131 N Central Expressway, Dallas, TX 75243
972-234-3300 EXT. 506
Driving Distance:
The Westin
12720 Merit Drive, Dallas, TX 75251
972-385-3000
Driving Distance:
Hyatt Place Dallas North
5229 Spring Valley Road, Dallas, TX 75254
972-716-2001