You’re Invited
Come and join us as we partner with LSESD to celebrate 75 years of Kids Alive Lebanon and 25 years of LSESD in the Loving God & Neighbor Together Conference. As we praise God for His provision and work through our ministries over the years, we invite you to join us in Lebanon for five days of fellowship, sharing, and vision casting.
What to Expect?
Reflect and Give Thanks
Look back and give thanks for God’s faithfulness and provision over the past 25 years of LSESD’s ministry. There’ll be a daily time to worship the Lord together, pray and meditate on His word.
Discern and Learn
Listen to perspectives on mission from practitioners and experts in the MENA region.
Vision Cast and Plan
Look ahead and envision together how we see the Holy Spirit leading us to pursue the mission of God in Lebanon and the region for the next 25 years.
Rejoice and Celebrate
End the week celebrating at Kids Alive Lebanon’s 75th anniversary banquet. Visit the campus and join hands for the next chapter God is writing by bringing “justice that heals” to the most vulnerable.
Sunday, Sept. 24
Sept. 25 & 26
Tuesday, Sept. 26
Wednesday, Sept. 27
Wednesday, Sept. 27
Thursday, Sept. 28
Friday,
Sept. 29
Saturday, Sept. 30
Saturday, Sept. 30
Sunday,
Oct. 1
Arrival of MEC 2023 participants
Arrival of partners attending the Loving God & Neighbor Together celebration
Recap of MEC 2023
Evening: OPENING CEREMONY for
Looking back – local and regional perspectives on ministry in the MENA region
Looking ahead – consultation with our partners about the next season of ministry
Evening: Vision casting and Wrap-up
Cultural Tour – visit biblical and historical Christian sites
Afternoon: ABTS graduation
Evening: Rooted & Flourishing Banquet
Attend a church service (optional) and airport transfers
Where to Stay?
Package 1
Hilton Beirut Metropolitan Palace
★★★★★
All Inclusive
From the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 26 till the morning of Sunday, Oct. 1
- Accommodation
- Transportation included (airport transfer + hotel shuttle + outings)
- Meals (3 meals/day & refreshment breaks)
- Conference fees
Total:
$860 / person
for double room (2 attendees)
OR
$ 1,080
for single room (1 attendee)
Package 2
A Hotel of Your Choice
From Wednesday, Sept. 27 till Saturday, Oct. 30
- Accommodation and Transportation NOT included
- Transportation available ONLY on outings and sightseeing day
- Meals (lunch, dinner, and refreshment breaks)
- Breakfast NOT included
- Conference fees
Total:
$ 400
An Opportunity to Come Together
Thank you to the thousands of supporters who have given faithfully of their finances and prayers over these many years, we declare glory to God for every service, every gift, and every prayer. We pray that the Loving God & Neighbor Together Conference will be a unique opportunity to come together in one place and experience first-hand God’s work in Lebanon and the Arab World, listen to each other’s stories, and learn from one another.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is invited?
Friends and partners of Kids Alive Lebanon and LSESD. Both leaders and workers. Followers of Jesus with a heart for Lebanon and the Arab World.
When should I plan to arrive?
Arrivals: Recommended arrival on Tuesday, September 26*
Departures: Sunday, October 1st (morning airport transfers will be available, and those who leave later in the day can join our local church partners for morning service).
*If you would like to attend MEC as well, please plan to arrive in Lebanon on Sunday, September 24. (Registration for MEC 2023 opens in April.)
What if I am arriving before Tuesday, Sept 26 and leaving after Sunday, Oct 1?
If you plan to arrive a day earlier than Tuesday, Sept 26 or stay for an extra day or two after Sunday, Oct 1, kindly contact us at together@lsesd.org for accommodation and transportation logistics.
When and where will Kids Alive Lebanon’s banquet take place?
The banquet will take place on the evening of Saturday, September 30th at the Kids Alive Lebanon campus.
Can I register before booking my flights?
Yes, you can register now and leave your flights information slots empty in the registration form. Once you book your tickets, you can email us your flights information at together@lsesd.org.
When will registration close?
Registration for the Loving God and Neighbor Together conference will close on August 1st.
Preparing for Your Trip?
Weather
The average temperature for September in Lebanon is 29°C (83°F) during the day, and 18°C (64°F) at night. You might need a thin jacket when on an outing in the mountainside where the temperature can be a bit cooler.
Time Zone
Lebanon is in EEST time zone, 3 hours ahead of GMT in September.
Currency
Payments done in Lebanon now are cash based. You cannot access your foreign bank accounts through an ATM. Kindly plan to carry with you in cash the amount that you expect to spend while in Lebanon. The use of international credit cards is not recommended as the exchange rate is undervalued and you could suffer a significant overcharge.
LSESD can help you change money at the daily rate. We do not recommend exchanging money at the airport. The exchange rate is volatile, but you can check the market rate here for guidance. (You will most likely exchange at a slightly lower rate.)
Electricity
Lebanon uses 220V with a standard frequency of 50Hz. Most plugs have two circular prongs, as shown in the image below.
26 September – 1 October | Beirut, Lebanon
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In the Additional Donation section below, you have the opportunity to support a church partner from the Arab World, to join us and participate during the week.