2026 FINISHING WELL MINISTRIES
leadership conference
November 12-14
Key Speakers
Hal Habecker
Dr. Hal Habecker is the founder and president of Finishing Well Ministries, which he launched in 2015 to encourage and equip aging Christians to actively pursue God’s calling in the years ahead. A longtime pastor and ministry leader, Hal previously served 21 years as Senior Pastor of Dallas Bible Church and 14 years with the Christian Medical & Dental Associations.
He and his wife, Vicki, have 3 children and six grandchildren. Hal graduated from Taylor University, Dallas Seminary, and Denver Seminary.
Jerry Wiles
Jerry Wiles is President Emeritus of Living Water International and a longtime leader in the global Orality Movement. An author, speaker, former pastor, and ministry leader, Jerry has spent decades advancing relational approaches to evangelism, disciple-making, and leadership development around the world.
Ken Wilgus, PhD
Dr. Ken Wilgus is a licensed psychologist, author, and sought-after speaker with more than 30 years of experience. He is the author of Feeding the Mouth That Bites You and co-host of the podcast by the same name. Ken regularly speaks on parenting, marriage, family, faith, and successfully launching the next generation into adulthood.
Randy Marshall,PhD
Dr. Randy Marshall is a speaker, author, communication expert, and longtime ministry leader with more than 35 years of experience helping people grow as leaders and communicators. He also leads an intergenerational mentoring ministry at Watermark Community Church, encouraging older adults to invest their experience and faith in future generations.
MIke Grayson
Mike Grayson brings extensive experience in business leadership, operations, and organizational development. Throughout his career, he has worked with teams and leaders to navigate change, strengthen organizations, and pursue meaningful results. Mike brings a practical leadership perspective to conversations about purpose, influence, and making the years ahead count.
A Learning Event for Living and Finishing Well
JOIN US! We will provide for your room and board for those dates. A block of rooms is reserved. We’ll provide for your room and board. Make your own arrangements to come to Dallas/Plano, and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s a step of faith we’d like to take to encourage, build, and equip you in following Christ as our years advance.
JOIN US!
There is a registration fee.
This conference will focus on men and women who –
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Identify with the vision of FWM and want to learn more about the incredible value of our aging years. What do the Scriptures teach?
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Want to engage the7 Essentials and/or want to learn more about their impact in the church
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Want to share the vision of FWM with your church leadership team and desire to see a more intentional ministry for aging adults in their church
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Want to learn more about the issues facing us in our growing older years and explore options in meeting those needs
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Want to hear from others who are leading successful ministries in their churches and share notes
If these are your concerns and interests, this conference is for you.
There will be major presentations on these important issues, along with breakout sessions. We will worship and fellowship together on these critical topics as we listen to and learn from one another.
Key Speakers
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Hal Habecker, Founder, Finishing Well Ministries
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Mike Grayson, Author and Leader of FWM at Stonebriar Community Church
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Jerry Wiles, author and leader in Brain Health, Mental Fitness, Memory
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Ken Wilgus, author, psychologist, value of relationships – growing as a person
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Randy Marshall, author, pastor
Workshops
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Leading a Seven Essentials for Finishing Well Study
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Building a church-wide legacy ministry in your church
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The power of generational impact in the church – influencing generations following you (mentoring, apprenticing, coaching, being present with)
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Impacting your adult kids and grandkids
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Building trust with your church leadership
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Developing as a leader
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Dementia and ALZ
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The importance of relationships
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to write me at hal@finishingwellminsitries.org.
Hope to see you in Plano.
Dates: November 12-14, 2026. The conference will begin on the evening of November 12 with a reception, welcome, and keynote, and will conclude at 12 noon on the 14th.
Place: The Hope Center • 2001 W. Plano Parkway #3439 • Plano, Texas 75075
Registration Fee: $125 per person (non-refundable after October 12, 2026), $75 per guest. Online payment is available on the registration page.
Room/Board for the 2 conference nights (Thursday and Friday) will be provided by FWM.
Registrants will make their own transportation arrangements to and from The Hope Center.
Hotel: The Hilton Garden Inn, Richardson (across the freeway from The Hope Center). CLICK HERE
Please be sure to indicate your room type in the registration form during the check out process.
Registration for Breakouts and further details will be announced later this summer.
Questions – contact Hal Habecker – hal@finishingwellministries.org
Directions from Hotel to The Hope Center
