The Gospel for all of life
The Gospel-Centered Life Conference is coming soon!
Don’t miss this incredible day of worship and teaching designed to help you live out the gospel in every part of life. We’ll have main sessions with Tony Merida, Jared Wilson, and Todd Unzicker, plus multiple breakout sessions to dig deeper into practical topics. It's going to be a powerful day you don't want to miss it!
Don’t miss this incredible day of worship and teaching designed to help you live out the gospel in every part of life. We’ll have main sessions with Tony Merida, Jared Wilson, and Todd Unzicker, plus multiple breakout sessions to dig deeper into practical topics. It's going to be a powerful day you don't want to miss it!

Main Session Speakers

Tony Merida
Pastor at Imago Dei Church in Raleigh, NC
Tony Merida is a founding pastor of Imago Dei Church in Raleigh, NC. He serves as Vice President of Planter Development for Send Network. He’s also on the Board of The Gospel Coalition and is the author of several books, including The Christ-Centered Expositor and Love Your Church. Tony and his wife, Kimberly, have five children.

Jared Wilson
Author in Residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Jared Wilson is an Assistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Author in Residence at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also serves on staff as and Associate Pastor and Director of the Pastoral Training Center at Liberty Baptist Church. A prolific author, he’s written over 20 books including The Prodigal Church and The Gospel According to Satan. Jared is married to Becky and they have two daughters.

Todd Unzicker
Executive Director, NC Baptists
Todd Unzicker currently serves as Executive Director-Treasurer for North Carolina Baptists. Prior to that, he spent years on staff at The Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham, where he led missions, campus ministry, and sending efforts. He has also served as a director of missions and as a missionary overseas. Todd holds a bachelor’s degree from Baptist Bible College of Florida and an M.Div. from Southeastern Seminary. He and his wife Ashley have three children and live in Wake Forest.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
The Gospel at Work
How the gospel shapes our view of vocation and the role we play in the world.
The Gospel and Family
The gospel should shape all of our relationships including those within our household.
The Gospel and Habits
Why the gospel should inform and define our daily habits.
The Gospel and Resources
How the gospel shapes our view of money and resources.
The Gospel and Grief
How the gospel provides lasting hope in the midst of loss.
FAQ
What will I receive as an attendee?
- Access to four main sessions
- Access to 5 breakout sessions
- Access to various local and national organization booths to network and learn how you can serve in our city, nation, and the world
- Lunch provided
- Book giveaways
Are children allowed to attend?
The Gospel Centered Life Conference is geared toward adults. While children may attend, there will be no childcare provided. We will have a Nursing Mother’s Room with a live stream of main hall sessions for mamas to nurse or comfort their babies without missing the conference. Please note that every person attending The Gospel Centered Life Conference (excluding infants) needs to be registered.
Is parking available on site?
Find us at 940 N. Wesleyan Blvd, right off Highway 301.
Our parking team will greet you and guide you to a spot, with shuttles available for easy access to the building.
Our parking team will greet you and guide you to a spot, with shuttles available for easy access to the building.
Location & Accomodations
Lodging
For those traveling to Rocky Mount, below are hotel options within a short driving distance to Redeemer Church.
Dining
Redeemer Church is located close to several restaurants and stores. Click the name for the link!
Larema Coffee House
106 S. Washington Street
Chew N Chat Cafe
3649 Sunset Avenue
River Walk Coffee Co.
1151 Falls Road #1015
Burrito Shak
3621 Sunset Avenue
Saku Sushi
1565 Benvenue Road
106 S. Washington Street
Chew N Chat Cafe
3649 Sunset Avenue
River Walk Coffee Co.
1151 Falls Road #1015
Burrito Shak
3621 Sunset Avenue
Saku Sushi
1565 Benvenue Road
Meet and Bread Company
2921 Zebulon Road
Barley and Burger
113 Gateway Boulevard
The Tipsy Tomato
7 East Elm Street
Crown Chicken & Grill
3665 Sunset Avenue
El Jimador
2181 Lawrence Circle
2921 Zebulon Road
Barley and Burger
113 Gateway Boulevard
The Tipsy Tomato
7 East Elm Street
Crown Chicken & Grill
3665 Sunset Avenue
El Jimador
2181 Lawrence Circle
