Friday, Oct 9
Getting to Know Each Other
Welcome night
Fellowship, connection and an empowering session to open the weekend with open hearts.
Love God · Love You · Love Your Tribe
October 9 – 11, 2026
Love Me 1st MinistriesWomen's Summit
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Champaign, Illinois
A powerful gathering of women from all walks of life — coming together to grow in faith, heal, connect, and be transformed.
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Oct 9-11
Why we do what we do
A sisterhood with purpose
We exist to remind every woman that she is deeply loved by God, beautifully made on purpose, and called to walk in her God-given worth — together.
Our Mission
Love Me First Ministries is a sisterhood reaching all over the world to encourage, inspire, lift up, and transform lives — by loving God first and loving themselves the way God sees them.
Our Vision
To see women around the world healed, whole, and walking in confident identity in Christ — living purpose-filled lives and building strong communities of love, support, and empowerment.
Our Purpose
To help women see their worth through God's eyes, heal from their past, break free from insecurity, and embrace the beauty, calling, and destiny God has placed within them.
Meet the founder
Co-Pastor LaShawn Allen-Talbert
Founder of Love Me First Ministries, speaker, preacher, mentor, worship leader, and midwife to destiny. Her life's mission is helping women put God first, love themselves the way God sees them, and love the people in their tribe well.
"There is something inside of you that heaven is waiting on."
Read her full storyMoments from the movement
A little taste of the joy
Laughter, worship, sisterhood — press play and feel the atmosphere waiting for you at the 2026 Summit.
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A Weekend Designed for You
When
Oct 9 – 11
Friday – Sunday
Where
Champaign
Illinois, USA
Who
Every Woman
All walks of life
More details coming soon. Be the first to know when registration opens.
A weekend designed for you
Three days. One you. Transformed.
God First
Deepen your relationship with God.
Love Yourself
Embrace your beauty, worth, and purpose.
Love Your Tribe
Build lasting sisterhood and support.
Be Transformed
Leave renewed, empowered, and ready to walk in your calling.
Free resource
Conversation starters for your table
Download 50 faith-based questions to spark honest, Spirit-led connection at your next small group, dinner table, or coffee date.
You are Loved.
You are Enough.
You Belong.
What to expect
Three days of faith, joy and breakthrough.
From the first welcome hug on Friday to the final sending on Sunday — every session is designed to move you closer to the woman God called you to be.
- Inspiring Speakers
- Powerful Worship
- Life-Changing Breakouts
- Fellowship & Fun
- Food, Games & Prizes
- Vendors & Resources
Schedule
Three days, one unforgettable weekend
Saturday, Oct 10
A Full Day for You
The main event
Multiple speakers, workshops, food, games, fellowship — and so much more. Come ready to be filled.
Sunday, Oct 11
Sent in Power
Worship & sending
Worship, prayer, and a commissioning to walk out everything God has poured into you all weekend.
What we stand for
Our Core Values
01
God First
We put God at the center of everything we do.
02
Self Love
We embrace and celebrate the beautiful woman God created us to be.
03
Sisterhood
We build authentic relationships and walk in unity.
04
Empowerment
We inspire women to discover and use their God-given gifts.
05
Transformation
We believe in healing, growth, and becoming.
06
Love in Action
We show love, serve others, and create impact.
Our Confession
A daily reminder for every woman
I AM LOVED by God unconditionally.(Jeremiah 31:3)
I AM BEAUTIFULLY and wonderfully made.(Psalm 139:14)
I AM ENOUGH in Christ, just as I am.(2 Corinthians 12:9)
I AM FORGIVEN healed, and set free.(1 John 1:9)
I AM STRONG empowered, and filled with purpose.(Philippians 4:13)
I AM CALLED to love God, love myself, and love my tribe.(Matthew 22:37-39)
I CHOOSE to walk in faith, speak life, and believe in my God-given destiny.
I am a daughter of the King, and my best days are ahead.
Registration
Your seat at the table is waiting
Registration is open now. Space is limited each day — reserve early so we can plan the best possible weekend for you and your tribe.
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Reserve your spot
Fill out the RSVP form below with the days you'll attend and how many guests are joining you.
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Get confirmation
We'll send a confirmation email and follow up with lodging info, schedule updates, and what to bring.
3
Show up ready
Arrive Friday, October 9 in Champaign, IL — check in at the door and step into the weekend.
Register by September 25, 2026
Early registration helps us prepare your welcome kit, seating, and meals. Bring a sister — we'd love to meet her too.
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Get in touch
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