August 28 & 29, 2026

Guest Speakers

Pastor Beth Jones
Beth Jones is a Bible teacher, pastor, and author who has been helping people apply God's Word to reach their potential for over thirty years. Her flagship book, Getting a Grip on the Basics, has sold more than 250,000 copies worldwide and has been translated into nineteen other languages. Her The Basics With Beth television program airs on several networks internationally, including Hillsong Channel and TBN Nejat in the Middle East.
Beth and her husband, Jeff, founded Valley Family Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1991. In 2022, they passed the title of Senior Pastors over to their Son Eric and daughter-in-law Alexa. Pastor Beth and Jeff still serve as the founding pastors. She is a podcast host and teaches thousands online through her Basics University. Beth and Jeff have four grown children, four in-laws, and seven grandchildren.
Beth and her husband, Jeff, founded Valley Family Church in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1991. In 2022, they passed the title of Senior Pastors over to their Son Eric and daughter-in-law Alexa. Pastor Beth and Jeff still serve as the founding pastors. She is a podcast host and teaches thousands online through her Basics University. Beth and Jeff have four grown children, four in-laws, and seven grandchildren.

PASTOR ANNIE SPANGLER
Annie Spangler is the daughter of Beth and Jeff Jones and serves as the Youth Pastor along with her husband, Zack at Valley Family Church. She's involved in the women's ministry hosting Valley Girl Socials and leading Bible study groups year-round. Announced earlier this year, Annie and her husband will pastor an extension campus of Valley Family Church starting in 2027.
Annie has been married to Zack for over 8 years. Together they have a beautiful son with a second baby soon to come!
Annie has been married to Zack for over 8 years. Together they have a beautiful son with a second baby soon to come!
SCHEduLE
Friday:
5pm | Registration & doors open
7pm | Session 1 with Pastor Beth
8:30-9:30pm | After party
7pm | Session 1 with Pastor Beth
8:30-9:30pm | After party
Saturday:
8:30am | Doors open & continental breakfast
9am | Session 2 Q&A with Pastors Beth & Annie
9:45am | Break
10am | Session 3 with Annie Spangler
11:30am - 2pm | Lunch with Javi's Taco Truck & shopping in the Main Hall
2pm | Breakout Sessions with Pastor Allisa Walker and Hannah Diaz-Lapham
2:45pm | Break
3:00pm | Session 4 with Pastor Beth
9am | Session 2 Q&A with Pastors Beth & Annie
9:45am | Break
10am | Session 3 with Annie Spangler
11:30am - 2pm | Lunch with Javi's Taco Truck & shopping in the Main Hall
2pm | Breakout Sessions with Pastor Allisa Walker and Hannah Diaz-Lapham
2:45pm | Break
3:00pm | Session 4 with Pastor Beth
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Reaching Higher?
Reaching Higher is a two-day Christian women's conference hosted by Faith Family Church. The conference includes general ministry sessions and more!
Why should I attend?
Reaching Higher is an incredible time to invest in yourself! Make connections, build relationships and be strengthened in the Word. You will leave refreshed and ready to pour back out to those around you!
Where is the conference being held?
Reaching Higher is held at Faith Family Church in Omaha, Nebraska off of 96th Street and Blondo Street.
How much does the event cost?
Early registration is $60 until July 24th.
Regular registration is $75.
Those who wish to register at the door on the day of the conference will be $90.
Regular registration is $75.
Those who wish to register at the door on the day of the conference will be $90.
How do I register?
You can register online, or by calling 1-402-637-7771. Last minute attendees may also register at the door.
If I have to cancel my registration later, will I get reimbursed?
The registration fee is nonrefundable.
Can I bring my children with me to the conference?
This conference is for adults only. We respectfully ask that you not bring children, including infants.
Is the church handicap accessible?
Yes. We have reserved handicap parking near the East Entrance. Faith Family Church has seating available specifically for wheelchairs.
