fgf: Frequently Asked Questions

Greenville Fresh Grounded Faith Conference

What are the dates and times of the conference?

The conference is on Saturday, November 1, 2008, beginning at 9:00 am (doors open at 8:00 am) and concluding at 3:30pm. Lunch is included.

Where is the Conference?

The Fresh Grounded Faith Conference will be held at Brookwood Church, 580 Brookwood Point Place, Simpsonville, SC 29681.

Who is this conference for?

The conference is for women ages 16 -100+ years old.

What is this conference about?

This conference is called:

Fresh Grounded Faith Conference
with Jennifer Rothschild
Warm Your Heart, Awaken Your Spirit

Our goal is to both enrich and honor the emotional and spiritual aspects of a woman’s life through encouragement, edification and Biblical teaching. We pray that women who attend the conference will open their hearts to God’s message so they can be empowered to tenaciously live out their faith in God.

We will spend an evening and one day having an incredibly fun and meaningful time connecting women to the Lord Jesus Christ, encouraging them to build eternal relationships with Jesus and each other. This Kingdom-Minded event will unify the Body of Christ and prayerfully stir women to invite other women in their city.

Who is the speaker?

Jennifer Rothschild is an author, speaker, and accomplished songwriter and recording artist. You may have seen her inspiring story of “walking by faith” after losing her eyesight at the age 15, recently featured on a Dr. Phil Show and the Billy Graham Television Special. She has also been featured on such notable television shows as Good Morning America, Life Today, The Hour of Power, TBN, Living the Life, and The 700 Club. In addition to Jennifer’s appearances on television, she has been featured in numerous national and regional publications.

Jennifer’s books include the best-selling Lessons I Learned in the Dark (Multnomah), Fingerprints of God (Multnomah), and two video-enhanced Bible studies - Fingerprints of God and Walking By Faith (both from LifeWay). In her newest book, Self Talk, Soul Talk: What to Say When You Talk to Yourself, Jennifer reveals seven key truths that will bring balance and wellness to the soul. If you are looking for fresh grounded faith, pull up a chair and have a little java with Jennifer. www.JenniferRothschild.com

Who is the worship leader?

Kathy Troccoli is an award-winning singer, songwriter, speaker and author of several books including Am I Not Still God?, Live Like You Mean It, and the bestselling Falling in Love with Jesus Series, coauthored with Dee Brestin, topping over a quarter of a million sales.

A highly sought after conference speaker and singer, Kathy has ministered to hundreds of thousands of women at various national conferences. She was selected in 2003 by the readers of Today's Christian Woman Magazine as one of the "Most Influential Christian Women in America."

Kathy continues to travel the world speaking and singing of God's life and love. She partners with James and Betty Robison with Life Outreach International and has had the joy in co-laboring in projects in Africa, India and Central America, which serve the poor. Kathy has never been more fulfilled than she is now. "I am exactly where I am supposed to be. There is such freedom in that. Now I truly understand that my singing is just a part of what God has created me to do." And what is that? "Encouraging, motivating, and inspiring."

How much does it cost to attend?

Ticket Prices: Save $10.00 thru Sept 28, 2008!

$35 General Seating (thru Sept 28)

$45 General Seating (after Sept 28)

*** Any tickets ordered after Oct 21, 2008 will be held at “Will Call” (located at Brookwood's Registration & Information Desk; available for pick-up after 8am, Sat, Nov 1 at the conference).

Where can I purchase a ticket?

You can purchase tickets four ways:

1. In Person - Tickets are available at Edwards Road Baptist Church, Brookwood Church (Bookstore) and other Greenville area churches.* If your local church does not have tickets available to sell on site, have your small group leader or women's ministry staff member contact the Women's Ministries Department at Edward's Road Baptist church at 1-864-244-2975.

* First Assembly of God, Taylor's First Baptist Church, Horizon Presbyterian Church, Mauldin First Baptist Church, Praise Cathedral, Simpsonville First Baptist Church, Rocky Creek Baptist Church and Memorial Methodist Church.

2. Internet:**
For tickets in quantity of 1-4, purchase here at iTickets.com (iTickets.com) †
For group tickets (5 or more), purchase here at JR Store †

3. Phone:
For Tickets in quantity of 1-4, call toll free, 1-800-965-9324.
For Group Tickets (5 or more), call toll free 1-800-859-7992.

4. Mail Order: Fill out this form and send your check made payable to -

Fresh Grounded Faith Conference
c/o Jennifer Rothschild
7319 S National Ave, Suite 303
Springfield, MO 65810

Click here for Ticket Info /Order Form
**Small convenience fee may apply.
Tickets are non-refundable, but fully transferable.

Can I purchase tickets at the door?

Fresh Grounded Faith Conferences usually sell out. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance to secure a seat. This is expected to be another sold-out event.

Will I get a ticket?

You will receive one ticket by mail, if you order before October 21, 2008, which will allow you entry into the conference. Any tickets ordered after Oct 21, 2008 will be held at “Will Call” (located at Brookwood's Registration & Information Desk; available for pick-up after 8am, Sat, Nov 1 at the conference). You will need to show your ticket any time you enter the auditorium.

Is there a group rate?

Fresh Grounded Faith Conferences are affordably priced and offer early bird pricing so you can gather a group together and save with early bird pricing (until Sept 28, 2008) by calling Jennifer Rothschild Ministries at 1-800-859-7992 and placing your order today. Group Reservations can also be made online at www.FreshGroundedFaith.com.

If my church or my group purchases a large group of tickets, will we have reserved seating?

There will be general seating at the conference. We encourage your group to arrive early and sit together in a section that best fits your needs.

When I ordered my ticket, I was told to pick it up at “Will Call.” Can I pick it up at the host church the day before the event?

The doors will open at 8am, Sat, Nov 1, one hour before the conference begins, so we encourage you to arrive early and pick up your ticket at the Information Desk during that hour.

Does my ticket include breakfast or lunch?

Yes, your ticket includes a box lunch and complimentary coffee (Jennifer's popular Girlfriend Blend) on Saturday morning.

What should I wear?

Women of all ages will be present so we recommend that if you are usually cold, bring a sweater; if you’re usually warm, layer so you can be comfortable. We recommend long pants, jeans or a skirt, and comfortable shoes.

What if my husband or son wants to attend with me?

This is a women’s conference and all of the facilities are structured to cater to women only. If your husband or son wants to volunteer, we would love to have them help. Please contact the Women's Ministries Office of Edwards Road Baptist Church at 1-864-244-2975 and they will be able to share with you ways to volunteer.

Can I bring my children?

If you have a daughter who is mature enough to understand the material, she might enjoy this event. This conference is for women, but not young children; childcare is not provided.

What if I have a special need?

Each conference offers a variety of special-needs services, but all the conferences are equipped to offer handicap parking and wheel chair accessibility. In Greenville, SC, services to the deaf will be available. For additional services, please call the Women's Ministries Office of Edwards Road Baptist Church at 1-864-244-2975 to discuss your special needs.

Will Jennifer and other special guests be available to autograph and have photos taken?

There will be times throughout the conference when Jennifer and the special guests will be available to greet and sign.

I can’t make the date. Will there be another conference in my area?

Fresh Grounded Faith Conferences are becoming popular and are in demand. Please check our website at www.FreshGroundedFaith.com as we pray about where God would lead us so we can minister to as many women as possible. You can also find Jennifer’s complete speaking schedule at www.JenniferRothschild.com .

How was Edwards Road Baptist Church chosen to be a host and why is it held at Brookwood Church if Edwards Road if the Host Church?

Since the conferences are Kingdom-minded, region-wide events, facilities need to hold at least 1400 women and be able to handle all the other aspects of the conference. the purpose of Fresh Grounded Faith Conferences is to unite women in their regions and reach women for Jesus. Edwards Road Baptist Church's desire was to bring Fresh Grounded Faith Conference to Greenville, yet their church was not large enough to host a Fresh Grounded Faith Conference. So they worked with Brookwood to unite area churches to bring Fresh Grounded Faith to Greenville. Presently, there are 10 churches working together and we pray for many more to join. It is our purpose to work with churches in regions that have a heart to do Kingdom-Minded, region-wide events.

Can my church be involved?

Absolutely! It is our prayer and desire to make sure that as many churches as possible become involved in this conference. Whether it is volunteering as a greeter or a counselor, or bringing a group from your church, we encourage you to call the Women's Ministries Office of Edwards Road Baptist Church at 1-864-244-2975 to see how you can be involved.

What denomination is this?

This conference is not focused on any denomination and we welcome women from all denominations. This is a Kingdom-Minded interdenominational regional event, committed to helping women of all faiths, backgrounds, age, nationalities and groups.

What will I need to bring?

You will want to bring a Bible and a pen or pencil. The speakers will have merchandise tables with their materials available for you to purchase.

How can I bring a Fresh Grounded Faith Conference to my community?

You can go to www.FreshGroundedFaith.com and find out more information about how you might bring a Fresh Grounded Faith Conference to your community.

How can I contact Jennifer Rothschild?

Jennifer tries to connect with as many women as possible through her eNewsletters and Blogs (see www.JenniferRothschild.com), and by email (JR@jenniferrothschild.com). She, and her staff, would love to hear from you.

Can I get a refund on my ticket?

Tickets to the conference are non-refundable but fully transferable.

How do I donate money to Fresh Grounded Faith?

We encourage you to donate to your local church or other para-church ministries in your area. In addition, we ask that you continue to check our website, www.FreshGroundedFaith.com, for ways to donate so other women can receive the opportunity to attend a Fresh Grounded Faith Conference in the future.

I cannot afford to attend the Fresh Grounded Faith Conference. What should I do?

You may want to pray about this and let your friends and acquaintances know of your interest. Often, God will use other people to answer your prayers.

I would like to volunteer. Who do I contact?

Please contact the Women's Ministries Office of Edwards Road Baptist Church at 1-864-244-2975 and they will be able to share with you ways to volunteer. We love our volunteers!