Grandparent with Purpose: November 7-8, 2025

Grandparent with Purpose: an intentional Christian grandparents conference, November 7-8, 2025

LeTourneau University is hosting their second annual Grandparent with Purpose conference. This event provides an opportunity for grandparents across the country to come and learn how to properly navigate the role of a grandparent with this new generation of children. Grandparents are crucial to the development of their grandchildren. With guest speakers, prayer and worship, and time of fellowship with fellow peers, our grandparents will receive the right tools and steps to help raise their grandchildren in a Christlike manner.

Dr. Terry Zeitlow
Conference Coordinator and Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations at LeTourneau University

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Two years ago, I became a grandfather for the first time though I had four other precious ones who called me Papa Z. and my wife, Jiji. At that same time, I heard Larry Fowler speak for the first time; the only thing going through my mind was, “you have a huge responsibility to these children”. I had always wanted to lead into our annual LeTourneau University homecoming with some type of conference and after hearing Larry speak, I thought an intentional Christian Grandparents Conference could be a great initiative for an inaugural event.

I am completely humbled and honored to have such amazing talent presenting over these two days. Each of these folks has bought into this vision and sacrificed to participate and share from their vast and personal experience. They are content experts who live in these spaces that will help us understand ourselves and youth of today. If you are a grandparent or soon to be grandparent, you will not want to miss this!

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Registration

Registration information coming soon!

homecoming chapel

Speaker Lineup

Larry Fowler is the founder of Legacy Coalition, a national ministry focused on equipping Christian grandparents to fulfill their biblical role of impacting grandchildren. For 50 years, he has pursued his calling to children’s ministry, beginning as a youth pastor, then missionary, then international trainer (in 47 different countries), and senior executive with Awana Clubs International. He has years of experience writing children’s ministry curriculum. He is the author of the best-selling books, Rock Solid Kids and Raising a Modern-Day Joseph, as well as several other books on children’s ministry, parenting, and grandparenting. He has been featured in parenting videos by Focus on the Family and is a frequent main-stage and breakout speaker at conferences and seminars. His latest books are Overcoming Grandparenting Barriers and My Wish of All Wishes, a children’s book for grandparents to read.

Dr. Kathy Koch (pronounced “cook”) is leading a charge to celebrate kids the way Jesus did and still does. Her ministry, Celebrate Kids, Inc., based in Fort Worth, TX, is dedicated to inspiring parents, grandparents, and those who work with children, teens, and young adults to nurture them to develop a convinced identity in Jesus Christ. Dr. Kathy’s influence is renowned, impacting parents, educators, and children of all ages through her compelling keynote addresses, workshops, and spiritual engagements. Well respected in Christian education and advocacy circles, Dr. Kathy actively contributes her expertise to schools, churches, and community initiatives, aligning with organizations like Care Net, Summit Ministries, the Colson Center, and Teach Them Diligently to amplify her message of faith and empowerment. Her insights have garnered recognition in documentary films, notably by Kirk Cameron, and her articulate discussions are frequently featured on platforms like Focus on the Family, Moody Radio, and the American Association of Christian Counselors, further solidifying recognition as a thought leader in child development and faith formation for kids. Dr. Kathy's literary contributions, including seven books published by Moody Publishers, delve into critical themes of cognitive development, digital engagement, and intentional parenting, showcasing her scholarly depth and practical approach to child rearing.