TURN NORTH WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know as you prepare to RELEASE, RESTORE, REBUILD, and RISE.
We want you to arrive at Turn North informed, prepared, and ready for the experience. Browse the frequently asked questions below for information about registration, transformational classes, meals, transportation, attire, and more.
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GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION
What is the Turn North Women’s Conference?
Turn North is a transformational Christian women’s conference hosted by the G-Pearls of Berean Christian Church Gwinnett. Inspired by Deuteronomy 2:3—“You have made your way around this hill country long enough; now turn north”—the conference is designed to help women stop circling the same mountains and move forward with faith, freedom, restoration, confidence, and purpose.
Through the transformational journey of RELEASE • RESTORE • REBUILD • RISE, attendees will experience worship, biblical teaching, transparent conversations, practical strategies, and meaningful connections.
When is the conference?
Turn North will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Where will the conference be held?
The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett Conference Center
6450 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, GA 30097
What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Registration, breakfast, and the Vendor Marketplace begin at 8:00 a.m. The conference concludes at approximately 4:00 p.m. Please arrive early to allow sufficient time for parking, check-in, breakfast, and seating before the opening session.
Who can attend the Turn North Women’s Conference?
Turn North is for women who are ready to release what has kept them stuck, restore what life has depleted, rebuild with confidence, and rise into their next season.
The conference is especially relevant for women navigating career changes, grief, relationship challenges, caregiving responsibilities, emotional exhaustion, financial hardship, identity loss, rejection, uncertainty, or other major life transitions.
Do I have to be a member of Berean Christian Church to attend?
No. Turn North is open to women from the church and the broader community. You do not have to be a member of Berean Christian Church to attend
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. Conference attendees must be 18 years of age or older.
What if I need accessibility assistance or special accommodations?
We are committed to accessibility for all participants. If you need mobility assistance, communication support, or other accommodations, please contact us in advance. We will work with you to provide appropriate support..
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
How much is conference registration?
Registration is $110 per person. A two-payment option of $55 per payment is also available without an additional service charge.
What does my registration include?
Registration includes admission to the conference, general sessions, assigned transformational classes, breakfast, lunch, conference activities, and access to the Vendor Marketplace.
When must payment plans be completed?
All payment plans must be paid in full by September 27, 2026.
What is the deadline to register and pay in full?
The deadline to register and submit full payment is October 5, 2026. Registration may close earlier if the conference reaches capacity, so attendees are encouraged not to wait.
Where can I register?
Visit https://www.nowturnnorth.org to register and secure your seat.
Can I transfer my ticket to another person?
Yes. Tickets may be transferred to another eligible attendee. Please contact the conference administration team as soon as possible so the registration record and attendee information can be updated before the conference.
MEALS AND DIETARY ACCOMMODATIONS
Are meals included with registration?
Yes. Breakfast and lunch are included with paid conference registration.
Are dietary accommodations available?
Yes. Dietary accommodations are available when requested in advance. Attendees should provide their dietary needs through the designated registration or conference communication process by the stated deadline.
Although every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate dietary requests, attendees should communicate their needs as early as possible.
CLASSES AND CONFERENCE EXPERIENCE
May I select my own transformational classes?
No. To ensure a balanced and meaningful experience for all attendees, classes will be assigned by the conference administrators. This helps manage room capacity and ensure that each attendee receives a complete and meaningful conference experience.
What are the four conference pillars?
The Turn North transformational journey is built around four pillars:
- RELEASE: Letting go of cycles, fears, shame, unhealthy attachments, limiting beliefs, and emotional baggage.
- RESTORE: Rebuilding identity, hope, emotional well-being, and trust in God after disappointment, exhaustion, or pain.
- REBUILD: Rediscovering purpose and developing the confidence and practical strategies needed to begin again.
- RISE: Moving boldly into leadership, purpose, influence, visibility, and obedience.
Will there be opportunities to shop and connect with vendors?
Yes. The Vendor Marketplace will feature businesses and organizations offering products, services, and resources for conference attendees. Dedicated marketplace and networking opportunities are included throughout the conference day.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION
What is the cost of parking at the hotel?
Self-parking is available at the Westin Atlanta Gwinnett Conference Center for $10 for up to 12 hours. Parking fees are not included in conference registration and must be paid separately.
Is transportation available from the church?
Yes. Transportation will be provided from Berean Christian Church Gwinnett to the Westin Atlanta Gwinnett Conference Center.
The bus will depart the church promptly at 7:00 a.m. Attendees using conference transportation should arrive early enough to check in and board before departure. The bus cannot be delayed for late arrivals.
Where is Berean Christian Church Gwinnett located?
Berean Christian Church Gwinnett
1465 Highpoint Road
Snellville, GA 30078
ATTIRE AND WHAT TO BRING
What should I wear?
Attendees are encouraged to wear polished, comfortable, conference-appropriate attire. Because the day includes worship, classes, meals, shopping, networking, and movement between conference spaces, comfortable shoes are strongly recommended.
Meeting-room temperatures may vary, so consider bringing a light sweater or wrap. Navigator volunteers will receive separate instructions concerning their required uniform.
What should I bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring:
- A Bible
- A notebook or journal
- Pens
- A light sweater or wrap
- A refillable water bottle, if desired
- A willing heart and an expectation to receive, release, rebuild, and rise
CHILDCARE
Will childcare be available?
No. Childcare will not be provided. Because attendees must be at least 18 years old, please make childcare arrangements before conference day.
VENDORS AND SPONSORS
What is the deadline to become a vendor or sponsor?
The deadline for vendor and sponsorship registration is October 10, 2026, subject to space and availability. Opportunities may close earlier if all vendor spaces or sponsorship opportunities are filled.
How can I apply to become a vendor or sponsor?
Visit https://www.nowturnnorth.org/ for current vendor and sponsorship information and application instructions.
When may vendors arrive to set up?
Approved vendors will receive their assigned arrival time, unloading instructions, setup requirements, table information, and access procedures directly from the Vendor Team before the conference.
Does vendor registration include admission to conference sessions and classes?
No. Vendor registration provides access to the Vendor Marketplace and the vendor’s assigned space. Vendors who wish to attend general sessions or transformational classes must purchase conference access separately. Vendors without conference access will not be permitted to enter general sessions or classes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Will photography or video recording take place?
Photography and video recording may occur throughout the conference for ministry, promotional, and archival purposes.
Where can I find conference updates?
Visit https://www.nowturnnorth.org/ and monitor the email address used during registration for important conference updates, transportation details, class assignments, and final arrival instructions.
Who should I contact if I have another question?
Please use the contact information provided at https://www.nowturnnorth.org/ to or reach our directly to the Turn North Women’s Conference Team at gpearls@bereanchristianchurch.org or 678-337-1724
We cannot wait to welcome you to Turn North. Your season of circling is over. It is time to RELEASE, RESTORE, REBUILD, and RISE!