Marriage Conference September 19-20th 2025

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Host Pastor & Guest Speakers

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Adam & Andrea Garber
Host Pastor & Wife

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Dan & Anne Marie Knickerbocker
Guest Speakers

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Dan Knickerbocker was raised in a church-planting family, where ministry was a central part of life. His parents started six churches and five Christian schools, and all five of their sons now serve in ministry. That legacy shaped his heart for the Lord and for people.

He helped plant Landmark Baptist Church in Berlin, NY during Bible college, then went on to start and pastor Annsville Baptist Church for 23 years. Brother Knickerbocker also helped launch churches in the Bronx and Beacon, NY, and co-directed the Fundamental Baptist Forum radio program in NYC.

Brother Knickerbocker has served in leadership roles with the International Fellowship of Fundamental Baptists and directed ministry training programs and youth camps in Texas.

Today, with over 23 years in evangelism, Brother Knickerbocker travels, preaching the Gospel and encouraging local churches, and is the Vice President of the Baptist Ministry Training Center located at NorthSide Baptist Church in Nolanville, TX. He and his wife, Anne Marie, live in Harker Heights, TX and are members of the NorthSide Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Adam Garber. 

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Mrs. Anne Marie Knickerbocker is the wife of Dr. Dan Knickerbocker, mother of Rebecca and Joshua, and grandmother to four. With 47 years of ministry experience, she has faithfully served alongside her husband, supporting him and the Lord’s work through her example and dedication. Having attended the Bible Institute of New England, Mrs. Knickerbocker’s life and ministry reflect a legacy of faith, family, and unwavering commitment to serving the Lord.

General Information

The Deep in the Heart of Texas Marriage Conference is a couples conference seeking to minister and strengthen marriages across the central Texas region. This two-day conference will provide biblical preaching, men’s sessions, ladies' sessions, and Q&A Panels, all designed to help build up the Christian families of our generation!

Conference Schedule

FRIDAY

5:00 PM – Childcare begins

6:30 PM – Check-in begins

6:45 PM – Introduction of Guest Speakers

7:00 PM – SESSION 1

7:50 PM – Q&A Panel

8:10 PM – SESSION 2

9:00 PM – Dismissal/Childcare ends

SATURDAY

8:30 AM – Childcare begins (casual Q&A counseling with panel)

9:00 AM – SESSION 3

9:50 AM – Break

10:00 AM – SPLIT SESSION 4

10:50 AM – Break

11:00 AM – Q&A

11:30 AM - SESSION 5

12:30 PM – Conference ends

2:30 PM – Childcare ends

Please note, we have arranged extended times for childcare to allow couples to arrange for quality time before and/or after the conference. 

Childcare

Free childcare provided for those who register their child. Childcare will begin early on Friday, and ends later on Saturday, so that couples have the opportunity to spend quality time together!

A healthy snack will be provided for all children on Friday, while a full lunch will be provided on Saturday.

Childcare Schedule: (ages 0-12)

Friday

Childcare drop-off - - - - - - 5:00pm

Childcare Dismissal - - - - - 9:00pm

Saturday

Childcare Dropoff - - - - - - - 8:30am

Childcare Dismissal - - - - - - 2:30pm

If you have any questions regarding childcare, please contact dbalakitsis@northsidetx.com

Local Foods

Pastor and Mrs. Garber have compiled a list of best-loved and recommended restaurants and attractions for those that are not local or those wanting to discover more of what central Texas has to offer.

  • Restaurants
  • Cracker Barrel
  • Olive Garden 
  • Arepita's (Venezuelan)
  • Cheddars 
  • Millers BBQ
  • Schoepf's BBQ
  • Chilis 
  • Chuys 
  • Raising Canes 
  • Chick fil A 
  • Rudy's BBQ 
  • Napolis (Italian)
  • Mas Fajitas 
  • Treats
  • Bahama Buck's Shaved Ice
  • Jeremiah's Italian Ice
  • Freddy's Frozen Custard
  • Crumbl Cookie 
  • Coffee/Tea
  • Black Rifle Coffee Company 
  • Starbucks
  • Dutch Bros
  • HTeaO
  • The Coffee Bloomery
  • Summer Moon on W Adams in Temple
  • 1914 Coffee House in Temple
Local Attractions
  • Shopping 
  • The Domain in Austin
  • Arboretum in Austin 
  • Round Rock Premium Outlets
  • Home Goods 
  • Ross 
  • Marshalls 
  • Hobby Lobby 
  • Dillards 
  • Burlington 
  • Academy Sports 
  • Antiquing
  • Salado Main Street 
  • Belton Downtown
  • Hiking Trails
  • Dana Peak Park 
  • Stillhouse Hollow Lake Park
  • Walking Trails
  • Carl Levin Park 
  • Purser Family Park 
  • Personal Care
  • Diamond Nails
  • The Woodhouse Day Spa
Lodging
  • Hampton Inn - Harker Heights 
  • Courtyard Marriott - Killeen 
  • Best Western - Harker Heights 
  • Other Chain Hotels Available Nearby

Couples Registration Cost: $40

 

 

Host Church

NorthSide Baptist Church - Nolanvillle, TX

It is our prayer you will make plans to join us for this year's Marriage Conference this year - September 19th-20st, 2025!