ROOTED IN THE WORD
Women’s Conference
Encouraging Women To Dig Deeper Into Their Faith
About the Conference
September 25th & 26th
Integrity Church, Yaphank, NY
The Word of God is described as light to our path. Just as light is needed to safely navigate a path in the dark, God’s Word is needed to illuminate the path we are called to walk in this world. We are called to walk in Him and be rooted and built up in Christ. Living in a fallen world, our enemy is at work trying to destroy God’s created order by attacking our beliefs, our families and the validity of God’s truth contained in the Bible. We are called to stand firm, take up the armor of God and fight. The only way to effectively do this, is by being intentional and prioritizing our walk with the Lord, combating the lies of the enemy with God’s truth. This conference will help women live their lives rooted in Christ. It will also equip women to influence a rising generation. Because the only way to truly live, is to be “ROOTED IN THE WORD”.
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Our Speakers
Pam MacRae • Keynote Speaker
Pam has served in ministry to women in both local churches and para-church organizations. Prior to joining the faculty of Moody Bible Institute in 2004 as program head for the Ministry to Women major, she directed Moody’s Women’s Conferences for five years. She also started and served as program head for the Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation major. Pam is a frequent speaker at women's retreats, conferences, and leadership seminars across the country.
She also helped launch Prepared, a leadership development program for women in the Evangelical Free Church of America where she serves on the executive team and teaches two courses. In addition, she serves as the director of the Called conference, an annual national conference designed to equip women serving in ministry leadership.
Pam is married to Dr. Bob MacRae, Professor of Youth Ministry at Moody Bible Institute. Together they are the proud parents of two married daughters, two wonderful sons-in-law, and six cherished grandchildren.
Breakout Session: "Forgiven to Forgive: A Biblical Perspective on the Complexities of Forgiveness" (all ages)
Laura Balsamo • Breakout Session Speaker
Laura has faithfully served alongside her husband, Tony, since planting Integrity Church in 2005. She loves teaching in children’s and women’s ministries, where she focuses on encouraging women to love God and grow in Christ. Professionally, Laura has been a special education teacher for children ages birth to five for 37 years. She has a deep passion for connecting with children, understanding their unique developmental trajectories, and supporting toddlers with diverse developmental tracks while helping parents connect with them. Laura married her best friend, Tony, 30 years ago. Her greatest joy has been raising their four adult sons and creating wonderful memories traveling and camping over the years. Deeply proud of her Norwegian roots, she is a self-professing coffee snob who firmly lives by the motto: "First, we have coffee."
Breakout Session: “Relational Parenting: Safe Pastures; Secure Children” Text: Psalm 23:1-6 (for anyone with influence over children)
Lucy Summers • Breakout Session Speaker
Lucy is a Licensed Pastoral Christian Counselor and founder of Cross Point Christian Counseling, a nonprofit offering mental‑health support from her home office.
She has an undergraduate background in Bible Theology, Masters Degree from Trinity College and has attended seminary. Lucy has over 40 years of devoted marriage to her husband, Frank. Together, they are active members of Integrity Church and have ministered to children in need—sometimes providing a home for boys without one. Beyond local impact, Lucy has also participated in outreach ministries abroad.
As a mom of four sons—and lovingly hosting additional children—her greatest delight is family. She’s also a proud grandmother to three granddaughters and one grandson.
Lucy combines her faith, counseling expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit to support individuals facing mental health challenges, guided by a deep passion for service and compassion.
Breakout Session: "Identity in Christ (Psalms 119:4)" (ages 12-18)
Conference Schedule
Friday, September 25th
6:00PM - 6:40PM • Doors open, Check In, Light Dinner
6:40PM - 7:00PM • Welcome & Worship
7:00PM - 7:50PM • Keynote Speaker
7:50PM - 8:10PM • Worship & Closing
Saturday, September 26th
9:00AM - 9:30AM • Doors Open & Breakfast
9:30AM - 10:00AM • Welcome & Worship
10:00AM - 10:45AM • Keynote Speaker
10:45AM - 11:00AM • Break
11:00AM - 11:45PM • Breakout Sessions with Q & A (choose one)
Pam McRae • "Forgiven to Forgive: A Biblical Perspective on the Complexities of Forgiveness" (all ages)
Laura Balsamo • "Parenting the Heart of a Child" (for anyone with influence on a child's life)
Lucy Summers • "Identity in Christ (Psalms 119:4)" (ages 12-18)
11:45AM - 12:00PM • Break
12:00PM - 12:50PM • Keynote Speaker
12:50PM - 1:00PM • Worship & Closing
We will also have vendors available for some inspirational shopping :)
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