Mountain Top Christmas Conference, featuring Dr. James Merritt, is a three day event that includes a variety of speakers, performers, in-concert music, fun, and lots more.
As the host of Touching Lives ministries, Dr. Merritt has dedicated his life to leading men, women, boys and girls all over the world to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Founder and Senior Pastor of Cross Pointe Church, Dr. Merritt is also the host speaker for Pastors Edge Mentoring Conferences. Dr. Merritt is not only a popular speaker, he is a successful author and has been featured on numerous television programs.
Dennis Swanberg is the other speaker for the Mountain Top Conference. The pastor-turned-comedian has won the hearts of audiences all over the country. People looking for fresh and new inspirations can learn a lot from the “Minister of Encouragement.”
The Mountain Top Christmas like you’ve never experienced before will have special performances by:
- Geraldine & Ricky
- The Triumphant Quartet
- Mountain Ruckus
- Smith Family Show
Touching Lives Ministries is an international broadcast that touches the lives of millions with the hope and encouragement of Jesus Christ. Going on 20 years, Touching Lives now has more advanced technologies to share Dr. Merritt’s message around the world. The award-winning event delivers life-changing Gospel, empowerment, and a way to apply them to daily life.
Visit:MountainTopConference.com for more info.
Schedule (Subject to change)
| Monday, November 29th | |
|---|---|
| 1:00pm to 5:30pm | Registration at Smoky Mountain Convention Center |
| 6:00pm | Welcome Dinner |
| 7:00pm | Welcome and Introduction |
| 7:15pm to 8:30pm | Concert by Triumphant Quartet |
| 8:30pm | Closing remarks and dismiss |
| Tuesday, November 30th | |
| 8:40am to 9:00am | Prelude music |
| 9:00am to 9:50am | Session One with Dr. James Merritt |
| 9:50am to 10:15am | Break with music by Mountain Ruckus |
| 10:15am to 11:30am | Christmas Fun with Dr. Merritt (assorted games and activities) |
| 11:30am | Closing remarks and dismiss. Lunch on your own. |
| Afternoon | Shopping/Sightseeing |
| 6:00pm to 7:00pm | Dinner at Smoky Mountain Convention Center |
| 7:00pm to 8:30pm | Dr. Dennis Swanberg |
| 8:30pm | Closing remarks and dismiss |
| Wednesday, December 1st | |
| 8:40am to 9:00am | Prelude music with Gary “Biscuit” Davis and company |
| 9:00am to 10:00am | Session Two with Dr. Dennis Swanberg |
| 10:00am to 10:30am | Break with music by Mountain Ruckus |
| 10:30am to 11:20am | Session Three with Dr. James Merritt |
| 11:20 to 11:30am | Invitation and challenge |
| 11:30am | Closing remarks and dismiss. Lunch on your own. |
| Option | Blast from the Past at 2:00pm at Smith Family Theater |
| Afternoon | Shopping/Sightseeing |
| 6:00pm to 8:30pm | Dinner and show at Smith Family Theater. Dr. Merritt closes show with an invitation and challenge. |
| 8:30pm | Closing remarks and dismiss |
| Thursday, December 2nd | |
| Breakfast | at hotel |
| Depart | |
Location & Directions
The Smoky Mountain Convention Center is located behind Ramada Inn on the Pigeon Forge Parkway. Nearby are: KFC, Krispy Kreme, Cracker Barrel, and Dixie Stampede. Host hotels are only minutes from the conference center, the Smith Family Theatre, and many attractions, restaurants, and shopping outlets.
Ramada Inn & Smoky Mountain Convention Center
4010 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
