November 11-12, 2025

5 Point Church, Easley, SC

Cost:

$50 per person
$75 with VIP dinner included

Groups of 5 or more: $40 / $60 ea with VIP Dinner

The VIP dinner will follow the Monday night session and will feature Pastor Dean and a panel of Senior Pastors.

Ticket prices will increase after July 2.

The Essentials Conference is for any church leader, staff or volunteer, who wants to learn how to grow their church and overcome roadblocks you may be experiencing. We will have breakout classes designed around challenges you are facing in next generation ministries, volunteers, church systems, finances, and so much more.

Keynote Speakers

Pastor Dean Herman

Pastor Dean Herman was born and raised in Colton, California until moving to Wise, VA in 6th grade.  After high school, he played football for Clemson University and was a part of the 1981 National Championship team. After graduating from Clemson, he and Debbie, his wife and high school sweetheart, moved to Horry County where Pastor Dean was a school teacher and football coach. 5 Point was started after Pastor Dean and Debbie felt led to plant a church where anyone would feel welcome regardless of who they are or where they come from.  Since holding the first 5 Point service in 2004, hundreds of lives have been changed through salvation and baptism. 

Pastor Dean and his wife, Debbie, have 3 children and 4 grandchildren.

Pastor Nick Dalton

Pastor Nick and Channe’l Dalton serve as the Senior Pastors of The Jefferson Church in Jefferson, Georgia. Over the past eight years, they have witnessed remarkable growth in their church, transforming a small, rural community in North Georgia through the power of salvation, passionate service, and radical generosity. With a heart for people and a vision for the local church, they are dedicated to leading with faith, authenticity, and purpose. Nick and Channe’l are proud parents to four young children, avid travelers, and devoted Georgia football fans.

Other Speakers and Breakout Leaders

  • Monet Goode

    FOUNDER

  • Emmett Marsh

    DESIGN DIRECTOR

  • Eleanor Parks

    SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR

  • Jamie Kokot

    CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER

 FAQs

  • Yes! Groups of 5 or more are eligible for a discounted price.

  • Monday night dinner is included with the purchase of a VIP ticket. Lunch and snacks will be provided to all on Tuesday.

  • This is where lodging info will go.