Thank you so much for your concern. We definintely encountered issues with the stream that we weren't expecting this year, but we will be working throughout the year to improve the virtual experience for our virtual attendees.
“You ever notice how the inner voice that says we’re powerless, and that this will never work, is louder when you feel alone? Loneliness and isolation amplify despair, but community, partnership, and action, are the anecdotes. Hope is a group project.” - @jemartisby.bsky.social
"There is a place and role for every single one of us in this moment – our gifts, resources, spheres of influence, geographies, and roles are different. Our actions will be different, but each of us is necessary. Each of us is needed. In fact, we need each other." - Rev. Dr. Jennifer Harvey
What might happen in the world if, in unison, our breaths begin to even and slow? Would the pulsing of our hearts begin to sync, the way heart cells in petri dishes will come to keep time with each other? - Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer
“If we want to do the often taxing and disorienting and deeply disappointing work of trying to heal and mend the world, we need opportunities to turn inward, breathe deeply, and then return to the work.” - Rabbi Or Rose
“Every empire that has ever been created has fallen. Every liar who has ever held power and done damage eventually falls.
We read about these cycles in history class, but we never thought they’d happen to us. Welcome to reality. I’m waking up.”
- @briandmclaren.bsky.social
"You don’t have to believe that the empire’s story is the only story. I’ve been trying this year to reclaim justice because the story the calendar tells is one of a God that refuses for [our community’s] table to be hacked to pieces by yet another empire." - @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social
Our Welcome Session begins in 30 minutes! See you at 2pm!
We are so grateful that these amazing speakers are joining us for the 2026 Southern Lights Conference. Throughout the weekend, we'll be hearing wisdom from each and every one of them – and we couldn't be more excited!
@jemartisby.bsky.social @briandmclaren.bsky.social @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social
We're counting down the days until we hear from @briandmclaren.bsky.social at the 2026 Southern Lights Conference! We can’t wait to gather, reflect & learn together!
You can STILL register for a virtual spot at the 2026 Conference. Visit www.southernlightsconference.com to secure your spot.
Can’t make it all the way to St. Simons this year? Register as a virtual attendee and get access to all the sessions from the comfort of your home!
Visit www.southernlightsconference.com to secure your spot. Under 35? Use the code SL35DWN at checkout for 20% off either ticket type!
It’s the final countdown!!! In just seven days, we will be gathering for a weekend of shared knowledge, community-building, and fellowship. We are so excited to see everyone!
In less than two weeks, we'll be hearing from @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social at the 2026 Southern Lights Conference! Get ready for inspiration grounded in hope, courage & vision for what comes next.
Visit www.southernlightsconference.com to get your spot (virtual or in-person) at our 2026 Conference!
Just two weeks until we meet in the beautiful St. Simons for our 2026 Southern Lights Conference! We are so excited to see everyone!
Check out southernlightsconference.com for any last-minute registrations, housing and meal vouchers information, and other Frequently Asked Questions.
Can’t make it to St. Simons this year? No worries! Register as an online user and tune into all our sessions from the comfort of your home.
Visit www.southernlightsconference.com to secure your spot (virtual or in-person)! Under 35? Use the code SL35DWN at checkout for 20% off either ticket type!
Rosemary Wahtola Trommer’s poetry will take your breath away with its beauty. We are so thrilled that she will be joining us for this year’s conference and even more excited to hear her poetry live!
Southern Lights wishes you a happy and healthy New Year! Here's to fostering curiosity, finding the compassion in the everyday, and building a better faith future for ALL people ✨
Use the link below to register for a virtual spot – and skip the hassle of traveling this January! Under 35 years old? Use the code SL35DWN at checkout for 20% off your virtual ticket!
southernlightsconference.com
Enjoy all the wisdom and insights of Southern Lights from the comfort of your home! Virtual registration for the 2026 Conference is still open! Did you know virtual registrants gain access to ALL the speaker & music sessions AND get to ask speaker questions along with the rest of the group?
We wish you a very Merry Christmas to you and yours from the whole Southern Lights Team! We hope your day is filled with community and love ❤️
#merrychristmas #progressivechristianity
Give the gift of Southern Lights this holiday! This holiday season, we’ve decreased our gift card prices to make it even easier to give this fantastic weekend of community and fellowship to your loved ones!
Available for both virtual and in-person tickets!
southernlightsconference.com/giftcards
We are so excited to see what else Jen Harvey has to say at our 2026 Conference! Don’t miss the chance to see her, and our other awesome speakers, this January 23-25.
Grab your virtual or in-person tickets today at southernlightsconference.com.
What he said! Hope to see you there :)
Under 35 years old? We've got you covered. Use the code SL35DWN at checkout for 20% off your virtual or in-person conference ticket!
@jemartisby.bsky.social is an amazing voice in the areas of racial justice, U.S. history & Christianity. We are so lucky that he is joining us for the 2026 Southern Lights Conference this January!
Register today to secure your spot at the 2026 Conference! Sign up here: southernlightsconference.com
Don’t miss your chance to attend the 2026 Southern Lights Conference! Register today at southernlightsconference.com!
Under 35? Use the code SL35DWN at checkout for 20% off your virtual or in-person conference ticket!
Introducing Ken Medema! Ken is an incredible pianist, vocalist, storyteller & songwriter who blesses us with his music every year. We are absolutely thrilled that he will be joining us again this January at the 2026 Conference!
We acknowledge the Guale & Mocama peoples this Thanksgiving, who have lived on & established legacies on St. Simons since time immemorial. We denounce their forced removal from the land & establish our gratitude for their continued presence in the land & culture of the St. Simons Island area.
This Thanksgiving, we are so grateful to all our speakers, organizers, and attendees in the Southern Lights Community. We are so excited to see you all this January, and so grateful that we’ve formed this community with you all.
