Annual Conference
January 31 - February 5
Camp McDowell, Nauvoo, AL
PreConference January 29 - 31
What
Engage in workshops, hear from keynote speakers, participate in networking, share resources, focus on wellness, and grow through continuing education offerings.
Who
Episcopal camp, retreat, and conference center professionals, diocesan youth leaders friends, bishops, and advocates from across the Episcopal Church. Whether you rent space for a 1-week camp session, run year round conference programming, or support this work, the ECCC annual conference has something for you.
Where
The McDowell Camp and Conference Center is a ministry of the Episcopal Churches in the Diocese of Alabama and is open to all. With over 1,140 acres and 834 beds, McDowell is one of the largest Episcopal Camp and Conference Centers in the U.S. Relocated in 1947, McDowell borders the edge of the Bankhead National Forest in Winston County, Alabama, and consists of breathtaking canyons, waterfalls, forests, and is known as the Beautiful Queen of Clear Creek. Miles of hiking trails, glistening streams, comfortable lodging, and large meeting areas makes us an ideal venue for groups both small and large.
Description from Camp McDowell’s website
TRAVEL INFORMATION
If you are flying in and would like transport to Camp McDowell, fly to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM).
For the Annual Conference, plan to arrive between 1PM and 4PM on January 31st, especially if using our airport shuttle.
If attending the Pre-Conference, plan to arrive by 11AM on January 30th.
Why
Because this ministry matters.
Theme: Woven Together
Weaving is a universal tradition, using time, skill, and patience to make something greater and more beautiful than any individual thread. The 2027 ECCC Annual Conference will honor the strands of our work that connect us, that tie us in knots, and ultimately reveal the patterns of our community.
Ask any crafty camper and they'll tell you each color and knot of their friendship bracelet has a purpose and tells a story. Similarly, each budget decision, each hire, each spreadsheet come together to fashion the seasons of Episcopal Camp and Conference Centers- giving it color and shape.
Together we will celebrate the ties of the ECCC network, learn new skills to advance our ministries, and be inspired by the sacred artistry within our network.
Join us as we experience what it means to be woven together—embracing the homespun, imperfect, and divinely inspired craft of caring.
Lodging & RAtes
Stay on site at Camp McDowell
The following rates are all inclusive of lodging, meals, and program fees:
Miller commons
Hotel style room with private room and bathroom.
The two front porch rooms in each lodge are disability accessible. Linens and towels are provided and every space is heated and cooled. The common space of each lodge boasts a full kitchen and can be used as a meeting space for up to about 20 people.
Single Room Price: $1000
Double Room Price: $850
Stough Lodge
Dorm-style with lounge
Stough Lodge has two dorm-style rooms, each with ten beds and a communal bathroom. Stough has various meeting areas, one with a small kitchen, a large living room, a deck, and fireplace.
Stough Lodge Price: $725
Bethany village cabins
Cabin-style, no linens
Each of the ten cabins in Bethany Village can accommodate up to 18 guests of all abilities and ages. The cabins are heated and cooled and guests share a communal bathroom. Linens are not furnished. All of Bethany lodging has handicap accessible paths leading to the dining hall, fire pit, nurse's cabin, and all other buildings in Bethany Village.
Bethany Price: $675
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
If you are in need of financial support to make it possible for you to attend the Annual Conference or Pre-Conference please visit the scholarship page and fill out the appropriate scholarship request form
CALL FOR WORKSHOPS
We are looking for dynamic workshops that equip leaders to grow in their skills, understanding, and practices. What do you know well enough to teach?
BOARD NOMINATIONS
Nominate a committed and passionate leader to serve on the ECCC Board. Stay tuned for the nomination form
ECCC ANNUAL AUCTION
Please consider donating an item as an individual or organization to the auction. No contribution is too small, we invite you to think creatively to help support ECCC in our fundraising efforts.
AWARD NOMINATIONS
We are seeking nominations for this years award recipients in the categories below.
To learn more about ECCC awards visit here
Trailblazer
This award recognizes a leader who, even though is relatively new (1-3 years) to their role, has already made a significant impact, showcasing remarkable leadership that inspires those around them through their energy, initiative, and commitment.
Lifetime Achievement
This award is given as to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, contributions, and service to the field of camps and conference ministry throughout their career.
Peter Bergstrom
Leadership Award
This award recognizes a deeply committed member of our community who has advanced the cause of Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers through mentoring, advocacy, and innovative programming.
To be considered for this award a candidate needs to exemplify mentoring, advocacy and innovative programming.
Nomination forms opening soon!
Photos from Past Conferences
