Boundless Singles Conference

OK, that's misleading on three points. It's not a Boundless conference, it's not sponsored by Boundless, and it's not just a singles conference.

But three of us (Motte, Suzanne, and myself) will be there at New Attitude, surrounded by thousands of twentysomethings, most of them single. Speakers include Boundless authors C.J. Mahaney, Joshua Harris, Al Mohler, Bob Kauflin and Eric Simmons.

So the title is kind of non-misleading.

Some of you've suggested we sponsor a conference or meeting for the Boundless family (that's you!). Until we're able to put something together ourselves, this might just be the best thing out there. I've been to several of the conferences, sometimes spending time on stage, and have never returned home unchanged. I've found myself more in love with the Lord, more in wonder of the cross, and more challenged in my faith every year I've attended. In all honesty, I credit one of the New Attitude speakers for motivating me to bring an end to my own years of extended adolescence, something that led to my getting married within a couple of years.

The event takes place May 26-29 in Louisville, Kentucky; registration is open until May 7.

If you're going, please let us know. It'd be great to meet you there. We'll be giving away stuff at our booth, sitting with other bloggers in the prestigious "bloggers section" during some of the main sessions, and taking naps back on our hotel rooms. Maybe just greet us at our booth or in the bloggers section.

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1. Anna said the following at 1:29 PM on Apr 25:

I've not posted before, but I'll be there in KY. I found the New Attitude conference through Boundless which I found through my best friend Michelle, so we're both making the trek.

To be honest, I read the Boundless blog every morning in class (and am in fact posting here while I'm supposed to be prepping for a final), and I just couldn't resist the chance to hear some of y'all speak in person!

2. Blair said the following at 2:29 PM on Apr 25:

I was planning on going but decided not to. I could go on a rant about the prices of airling tickets, but I will refrain myself ;). I will budget so that I can go next year. Even though I will not be there I am praying for the conference. I actually have a blog posted on the na blog with a list of prayer request on the wall next to my work desk. Anyone interested in praying for the conference can go to the na website, go to blogs, and you should be able to find the list. Anyways I hope everything goes well and can not wait to hear all about it. God Bless.

3. xeres said the following at 3:33 PM on Apr 25:

interesting.... I have to pray about it if it is necessary for me to go. It sounds cool but I need to think.

4. Maggie said the following at 6:08 PM on Apr 25:

Does anyone know of conferences for young adults (not necessarily single), or even for newly married couples? Just wondering...I'd love to go...but I'm not single.

5. Susan said the following at 9:26 PM on Apr 25:

I too have never commented on here, though I have been a Boundless reader for years. I am going to NA this year and am looking forward to the messages on discernment. Does boundless have some sort of booth or something?

6. Sebastian said the following at 5:00 AM on Apr 26:

I would love to go but only have enough budget for my year end trip to the Holy Land.

I hope to be able to make it for next years and I believed Daddy has heard my prayers. So NA 2008, here I come!

7. Ted Slater said the following at 8:39 AM on Apr 26:

Maggie -- this conference is for 20somethings, not just singles. I'm married, and still get a lot out of them. If you're able, I'd encourage you (and your husband) to go.

Susan -- yup, we'll have a booth there, just like last year. And we're giving stuff away (including chocolate!). :-)

8. Mandi said the following at 9:14 AM on Apr 26:

Is this conference something I can recommend to single women in their mid-late 30s? I wouldn't want them to go and feel frustrated or sad that there'd be no one single their age...

9. Ted Slater said the following at 9:26 AM on Apr 26:

Mandi -- while most of the attendees will be singles up to their mid-20s, there will be plenty of "older" singles. I went, for example, as a single 30-something, and didn't feel "out of place" at all. Of course, I've always been a bit "youthful" for my age, and I did hang out with a lot of 20-somethings.... :-)

10. Mandi said the following at 9:53 AM on Apr 26:

Thx, Ted. I passed the info along!

11. Carolyn McCulley said the following at 2:32 PM on Apr 26:

New Attitude started out as a conference for 20-something singles and over the years has morphed into a conference for singles of all ages. This year, Eric Simmons (the current conference host) has also made a point of inviting young married couples. He has a burden that young adults be equipped in this important topic of discernment. But singles of all ages are invited and encouraged to attend. Recently, the career-age singles of Covenant Life Church (where Josh and Eric are pastors) received an email encouraging us all to come. Now, I'd like to pretend I can remain at 29 and pass for a 20-something single, but I've been doing that for too many years to pull it off. ;) Even though I can't really pass for a 20-something anymore, I would say that older singles will still be immensely encouraged by the rich and deep teaching, the passionate worship, and the opportunity to fellowship with singles of all ages. Yes, there will be more younger singles present than older singles--but we older singles should see this as an opportunity to encourage our younger brothers and sisters.

Bonus: Ted didn't list all the great speakers this year, either--including John Piper, Mark Dever, and Al Mohler.

My only tip for older singles is to bring earplugs for uninterrupted sleep and get to Starbucks EARLY, before they run out of coffee. :)

12. Leah said the following at 7:56 AM on Apr 27:

I would totally go just to meet Boundless people... but you are round the other side of the world, and I don't love you *that* much.

Or rather, my hip pocket doesn't love you that much.

13. Dr. Ransom said the following at 1:29 PM on Apr 28:

I will most certainly be there, Lord willing, reprising my role as Boundless Booth Haunt from last year. Yes indeed, folks, it's a great place to be, worshiping, listening, taking notes, buying Deep Books and discussing Deep Theological Magic. ... I wouldn't miss it.

14. Emily said the following at 10:14 AM on May 7:

I signed up just in time and I am BEYOND EXCITED for this conference. I've never been to it, but Boundless introduced me to it last summer. Through a series of events & situations, the Lord made it clear to me that He wanted me to attend, and He went on to make a WAY for me to attend. Therefore it's with the excitement and joy of a divine urge that I'm looking forward to the Na Conference, and I simply MUST stop by the Boundless booth to thank you for all that you do, and for offering this conference good publicity.
Thanks, Boundless!