Women’s Conference

June 5-7, 2026

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Thanks to all those involved and all their hard work, I feel this was one of the best conferences.”

-Attendee of Women's Conference

Women’s Conference 2026

As people of faith, we have opportunities to mark these liminal spaces by recognizing that God is with us on the journey, giving us grace. We will spend the weekend reflecting on God’s presence in all the times of our lives – and in the midst of singing, prayer, worship, keynotes, workshops, and rest, we will mark those times and places of grace in our lives.

Each year, hundreds of women from across the region gather together for the Mo-Ranch Women’s Conference. Take a break from the busyness of life to recharge physically, mentally and spiritually. Conference activities include keynote presentations, worship, fellowship, recreation, free time and workshops.

Create an inviting and safe environment for growth and renewal
Hear God’s word through inclusive and intentional worship
Reach a diverse cross-section of women by culture, age and background
Celebrate and be good stewards of God’s creation
Practice inclusiveness, radical hospitality and joyful fellowship
Allow a place to reconnect with ourselves, God and each other

Mothers, daughters and granddaughters come together for a time of reunion and growth. Friendships that last a lifetime are made by women who would not have otherwise met.

Register today, space is limited! Lodging is first come, first served.

Keynote Speaker: The Rev. Sarah Speed

I am a seventh-generation Presbyterian pastor, raised on sweet tea and in the hallways of the church. Those who know me well would describe me as a doer, an optimist, a bookworm, and an extrovert. To that list, I would add, early bird, Enneagram three, and a deeply hopeful Christian.

I am the proud daughter of Tom and Carol Are, and the grateful sister of Nathan Are. On my days off, I love to spend my time reading, writing and getting outside, but nothing brings me more joy than time with my sweetheart- Ryan Speed.

Prior to my current role as the Head of Staff at Second Presbyterian Church in Kansas City, I also served as the Associate Pastor for Young Adults and Membership at fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church in New York City, and as the Associate Pastor for Youth and Young Adults at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church in Dallas, Texas. Through the experiences, I have grown even more convinced that the Spirit is alive in community, that the church can make a difference, and that God is more expansive than I could possibly know.

Worship Leader: To be Announced!

Chaplain: To be Announced!

Music Leader: Grace Roberson

Grace is a native Texan who was born and raised on the beach in Corpus Christi. After studying acting and directing in college, she moved to Austin and is currently the Associate Director of Youth Ministry at Covenant Presbyterian Church. She has been coming to Mo Ranch since she was born and considers it to be one of the most spiritual places she knows. She has been serving as a music leader for various youth conferences for the last 8 years and can think of no place or role that feels more like home. In her free time, Grace loves hiking, being outdoors, reading, and discovering good music, movies, and food.

Accompanist: Holly Whiting

Holly is delighted to be joining the team this summer and looks forward to sharing music with everyone. She has been playing the piano for many years….as a high school and college choir accompanist; a rehearsal pianist for musicals; an accompanist for private singers and a church pianist for several years. In her retirement, she continues to study piano and music theory. Holly sings with the choir at First United Methodist Church in Coppell, Texas and is also a member of the Coppell Community Chorale. She is very excited to be at Mo Ranch and to be part of the retreat.

2026 Conference Leadership:

President: Amy Sutherlun

Amy grew up in Texas and New Mexico, the middle child of a 6th-generation pastor. A graduate of Austin College and Princeton Theological Seminary, she has been a missionary in Malawi, Africa, a teacher in inner-city Dallas, and a pastor of churches in West Virginia and Texas. Amy currently serves (with her husband, Joshua) as co-pastor of First Presbyterian Church in San Marcos, Texas. She is also thrilled (frazzled/daunted/amused) to be the mother of one daughter and three sons. Amy’s life is filled with laughter, liturgy, and laundry, and though she doesn’t have much time for hobbies, she loves rivers, writing, travelling, and good tortillas.

Vice President: Shelley Smith

Shelley has an infectious passion for all things related to Presbyterian Women is inspiring. As Co-Moderator of Communications for the Presbyterian Women’s Coordinating Team within the Presbytery of New Covent, she connects women across the region with zeal, and as the Northeast Cluster Coordinator, she supports seven churches with unwavering enthusiasm.

Shelley also shines at her home church, Woodlands Community Presbyterian, where she serves as Communications Co-Moderator for Presbyterian Women and, she is a Deacon. Beyond her church involvement, she is a proud U.S. Navy veteran, bringing invaluable leadership experience.

Outside her leadership roles, Shelley enjoys reading, butterfly ranching, and healthy culinary adventures in the kitchen. Living in The Woodlands with her partner and their Yorkies, Jingo and Piper, she embodies warmth and friendliness.

Secretary: Jessie Kuehner

Bio coming soon!

Council Members for 2026 include: Sarah Chancellor-Watson, Joan Scott Curtis, Amy Fair, Marissa Glasschroeder, Becky Helmer, Karen Jensen, Elizabeth McLean, Kim Mitchell, Mary Neff, and Stacy Schroeder.

The 2025 Workshop Schedule

WC 2025 Workshop Grid

Cost & Housing

Hotel/Premium: $425/person

Wynee-Flato, Pheasant Run, Nicklos Place, Nicklos Barn, Westminster, Casita, Gate House, Chicken Roost, River Dorm Apt.

Group: $375/person

Guest Lodge, Milk Barn, Triplex

Dorm: $355/person

Lod Lodge, River Dorm, Bunkhouse I & II

Commuter: $250/person (includes dinners and lunch)

Under the age of 40 or non-Texas resident: $300/person

Rates include tuition, meals and housing. After receiving your registration, a member of our team will contact you within seven business days to confirm additional details such as housing requests (roommates), dietary needs, t-shirt sizes, etc.

Hotel & Premium group housing*

*space is limited

Group housing:

Guest Lodge | Milk Barn | River Dorm Apartment | Log Lodge

New Beginning in 2024! Childcare for Women’s Conference:

Thanks to generous funding from St. Philip Presbyterian Church, Houston, Mo-Ranch is thrilled to offer childcare during Women’s Conference. Infants through 8th grade will be welcome, with structured programming offered to those Kinder-8th grade. Childcare is available at $25/child and pre-registration is required by June 1st.

Reservations

Conference participants will be housed on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you wish to secure exclusive use of a standard group housing option, your church or group must pay housing costs for the minimum number of guests. Housing costs are approximately $140 per person. If not, you agree to be housed with other conference participants.

For example, if you wish to be housed in Log Lodge with a minimum of eighteen people, but only have fifteen committed, you must be willing to share the space with three other people or pay $140 each for the unused spots. Please give us a call to learn more about housing minimums, if you are interested in securing exclusive use, or have any other questions about housing options. Our phone number is 800.460.4401 ext. 242.

Scholarships are available! Click here to learn more.

If you would like to spend an extra day at Mo, register for Extended Stay! There will be no scheduled programming so you are free to enjoy the ranch at your own pace. Cost includes your lodging (preference will be given to staying in the same room you occupied during the conference but is not guaranteed) for Sunday night and meals Sunday lunch through Monday breakfast (Monday lunch tickets can be purchased at Guest Services or in advance through the Program Office at x246). Extended Stay reservations can be made at the time of conference registration on our website or by contacting the Program Office at ext. 246.

Cancellation

Full refund minus administrative fee up to $75 per person will be made if cancellation is received more than 30 days prior to the conference. There are generally no refunds for cancellations received on or after 30 days prior to the start of the event nor any applying of the amount paid toward other charges or future conferences.

What to Bring

Bring a Bible, notebook, flashlight, hair dryer, rain gear, and other seasonally appropriate clothing. Linens are provided. Bring shoes suitable for Mo-Ranch’s rocky, uneven terrain.

Transportation

Mo-Ranch is 90 miles one-way, or a 2-hour drive from the nearest airport (San Antonio/SAT), allow 3 hours travel/check-in time for departures. We recommend generally scheduling arriving flights before 3 p.m. and departing flights after 3 p.m. to be sure you do not miss any of your event. If you are in need of shuttle service to Mo-Ranch, call Kars for Hire in Kerrville at (830) 890-8200 at least 15 days in advance to arrange transportation from San Antonio International Airport. Directions to Mo-Ranch

Ropes Course

This conference will include a selection of our ropes course elements. To read a description of each element, click here.

Bookstore

Make sure to stop by the Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly bookstore during your conference to pick out a souvenir, including a specialty Women’s Conference tumbler!

Questions

We’re happy to help! Contact us at 1.800.460.4401 ext. 246 or registrar@moranch.org.