Small Group Network (SGN) LOBBY Gathering 2026

Located at Saddleback Church's stunning Rancho Capistrano Retreat Center, the “Lobby Gathering” is an out-of-the-box small group networking event where we create environments for small group point people to relax & connect together in casual conversations about small group ministry, much like they would in a church lobby over a cup of coffee!

Whether you are a beginner or a veteran small group point person, you will have an equal voice in each circle of conversation. You will also get to hear and learn from some of the brightest small group point people from around the world.

Evening sessions (Together Time) feature a time of worship & insight from a keynote speaker or panel on a topic that may not necessarily be on the radar of small group point people, but that will offer transferable principles to make their small group ministry healthier.

Morning sessions (Table Time) feature insight from a keynote speaker or panel on key small group ministry subjects & then provides time for everyone to discuss this subject in further detail around their tables.

Break-out sessions (Topic Time) focus on the hot topics and felt needs relating to small group point people. Each Topic Time leader will do a 15 minute teaching on that topic & then facilitate discussion and Q&A with the group.

PRICING

Promotional codes can only be used for REGULAR & LAST MINUTE registration rates.

SUPER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (Now– Sept 14, 2025)

Individual Registration - $395

Team of 2 Registration (price per person) - $375

Team of 3 or more Registration (price per person) - $365

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (Sept 15–Jan 2, 2026)

Individual Registration - $525

Team of 2 Registration (price per person) - $495

Team of 3 or more Registration (price per person) - $465

REGULAR REGISTRATION (Jan 3, 2026 – April 21, 2026)

Individual Registration - $599

Team of 2 Registration (price per person) - $585

Team of 3 or more Registration (price per person) - $555

LAST MINUTE REGISTRATION (April 22, 2026 – May 07, 2026)

Individual Registration - $685

Team of 2 Registration (price per person) - $645

Team of 3 or more Registration (price per person) - $625

PREPARE BY

Register your free membership account at smallgroupnetwork.com

Bring warm clothes as temperatures will drop at night.

INCLUDES

Price includes registration, lodging & most meals. (No lunch will be provided on Wednesday during free time). Lodging is based on double occupancy. Roommates will be assigned. (You can request a preferred roommate).

CANCELLATION POLICY

Refunds will be honored up until 4pm PST 30 days prior to the event’s start date. Due to costs incurred, each cancelled registration will be charged a processing fee of $75 per person. No refunds will be granted after this date and time.

SCHEDULE

Day 1:

3:00pm-8:30pm

Day 2:

7:00am-8:30pm

Day 3:

7:00am-12:00pm

LOCAL INFORMATION

AIRPORT

John Wayne Airport18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 https://www.ocair.com

COFFEE

Hidden House Coffee

31791 Los Rios StSan Juan Capistrano, CA

RESTAURANTS

In-N-Out Burger28782 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

A's Burgers

28698 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Sol Agave

31111 Rancho Viejo RdSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

ATTRACTIONS

Mission San Juan Capistrano26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 https://www.missionsjc.com

CONTACT

For questions contact Daniel Thomas at:

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(423) 534-9321