A Welcoming Space for Every Gathering

Kansas City goes beyond the expected—where friendly people, affordable prices, and a central location meet a spirited personality and welcome you from the heart.

National Baptist Convention – Jason Dailey (10)

Faith-Based Meetings in Kansas City

Kansas City offers faith-based groups a welcoming, centrally located destination with strong community connections, meaningful cultural experiences and gathering spaces built for events of every size. Featured in Religious Conference Management Association (RCMA), discover why organizations across denominations continue choosing KC for retreats and conferences.

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Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) Challenge

July 13-17, 2026

The EFCA’s biennial national gathering, Challenge, is returning to Kansas City. Grounded in the EFCA Statement of Faith, the event will bring trusted EFCA speakers together to teach gospel-centered disciple making to the next generation, blending elements of a conference, mission trip, and camp. Designed to move beyond a single moment, Challenge creates a catalytic experience that builds lasting missional momentum within each group.

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Local Faith Communities in KC

Baptist • Buddhist • Catholic • Christian (Nondenominational) • Christian Scientist • Community of Christ • Disciples of Christ (Christian Church) • Episcopal • Free Evangelical • Greek Orthodox • Hindu • Islam • Judaism • Latter-Day Saints • Lutheran • Mennonite • Methodist • Pentecostal • Presbyterian • Seventh Day Adventist • Unitarian • United Church of Christ • Unity

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Why Meet in Kansas City?

Kansas City makes it easier to bring people together while maximizing both attendance and value.

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A central location that makes travel easy and affordable

Easy access through Kansas City International Airport and shorter regional drive times make Kansas City an easy and cost-effective gathering place for attendees from across the country.

National Baptist Convention – Jason Dailey (6)

A strong network of faith-based and community organizations

Kansas City is home to a wide range of faith communities, nonprofit organizations and service groups that create opportunities for meaningful connection and collaboration.

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Midwestern hospitality at its best

Kansas City is known for being friendly and welcoming, making it easy for attendees to feel less like visitors and more like part of the community during their stay.

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A connected and walkable downtown

An easy-to-navigate downtown, connected districts and nearby hotels make it convenient for groups to move between sessions and community activities.

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Kim Dooley

National Account Manager

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