DFJ 2025 will be Friday, July 25 – Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Below are the conference times for each day. Please note that times are based on Central Daylight Time in North America. Please use the time zone converter to determine the time to view from your location.
In-person at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship (OCBF) in Dallas, Texas, with virtual attendance options available. Simulcast registration will open on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
The address to OCBF:
1660 W Camp Wisdom Rd
Dallas, Texas 75232
Casual and comfortable attire. Consider bringing a wrap as the Sanctuary will be air-conditioned.
For in-person registration inquiries, email dfj@ocbfchurch.org or call 214-672-9100, ext. 2602.
All women are welcome, including teens.
Childcare is available Saturday only for ages 6 months to those entering 5th grade in the Fall of 2025. The cost is $15 per child.
No. Registration payments are non-refundable. If you registered for the in-person conference and cannot attend, you may transfer your in-person registration to another individual by forwarding them your email confirmation. However, the lunch selection cannot change.
Yes, groups of up to 25 women will automatically receive a 10% discount on their registration.
Yes, you will receive an email confirming your registration.
No, but we encourage full participation for the best experience.
While the full program details are still being finalized, we are prayerfully planning a meaningful experience focused on spiritual growth, learning, and fellowship. We are committed to creating an event focused on strengthening and deepening our relationship with Christ.
No, women and teen girls who attend the conference will remain in the Sanctuary for both days.
No, teen girls will join the main sessions in the Sanctuary for both days.
Childcare will be offered only on Saturday for ages 6 months to those entering 5th grade in the Fall of 2025. The fee of $15 per child must be paid at the time of registration. Walk-up childcare requests cannot be accommodated. Registration for childcare includes lunch and two snacks.
Check-in begins on Saturday at 8:00 AM CDT.
Yes! We will have a variety of vendors offering clothing, accessories, home goods, desserts, and much more. There will be something for everyone to enjoy and explore!
A boxed lunch from Jason’s Deli is included with your registration. There are three sandwich options, and you will select one when you register for the conference.
Lunch is scheduled from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM CDT. We may schedule two lunch breaks to accommodate the large crowd, meaning each lunch period will be 45 minutes.
All lunch boxes will include a pickle, chips, a cookie, and bottled water. The sandwich is based on your selection, and there are three choices:
Yes, wheelchair seating is available on the main floor of the Sanctuary. The balcony is not recommended for individuals with difficulty climbing stairs.
Yes, there are assigned seats on the first floor of the Sanctuary. These seats were selected at registration. The balcony offers general seating, which is first come, first served. However, some seats may have obstructed views, so we encourage careful selection for the best experience. The balcony offers general seating, so it’s first come, first served.
Yes, upon request. Please indicate this need during registration.
No, we do not have a designated host hotel; however, a list of nearby hotels is available.
No, OCBF does not provide a shuttle service to or from hotels.
There will be no childcare on Friday, July 25, 2025. Childcare will be provided on Saturday, July 26, 2025, only. Check-in begins at 8:00 AM on Saturday.
Nursery: 6 months – 2 years
Preschool: 3 – 5 years
Elementary: 1st grade to students entering 5th grade in the Fall of 2025
All children will be checked in at the Education Center at 1821 West Camp Wisdom Road, Dallas, TX 75232 (across the street from the Worship Center).
While we strive to accommodate families whenever possible, we recommend that children participate in their own age group to ensure they have the most meaningful and valuable experience. Mixing age groups may impact the overall experience, as the sessions are tailored to specific age-related needs and interests. We appreciate your understanding!
We have developed a thorough, multi-level security process to ensure a seamless and controlled custody transition from family to caregiver and back to family. The process includes registration, check-in, group assignment by ratio, and a two-adult supervision rule at all times. There is also a security presence throughout all locations when children are in our care.
For the safety of children attending the conference, it is the policy of OCBF that the adult who checks the child in MUST be the one who checks the child out. If the parent or guardian cannot be reached via text or phone, a team member will notify DFJ Conference personnel.
Note: All NextGen Kids team members are screened through a background check and complete safety training.
A NextGen Kids team member will assist with the check-in process on Saturday morning, beginning at 8:00 AM CDT. You will receive two printed labels at check-in: the child’s nametag and one pick-up tag for the parent or guardian.
Parents are encouraged to assist their children in settling in if they seem anxious. Should a child remain anxious after the parent or guardian departs, a NextGen Kids team member will promptly attend to them.
If your child becomes ill or is injured while in our care, you will be contacted immediately by the NextGen Ministry medical team or a NextGen staff representative.
If your child needs you during the conference for any reason, we will send you a text message. Please keep your cell phone near you and on silent at all times.
Parents are asked to provide a small bag with anything their child will need during their visit with us. All items, including bottles, pacifiers, clothes, blankets, etc., should be labeled.
Yes, children will receive breakfast, lunch, and a snack.
Yes! Please indicate any dietary restrictions/food allergies on your child’s registration, and we will work to ensure that food options are available to meet your child’s needs.
For more information regarding “Kids Care” only, please contact Cynthia Dixson at cdixson@ocbfchurch.org.
Our goal is to ensure that parents are confident leaving their children in the care of the NextGen Kids team.
Dear Friends,
For years, the Desperate for Jesus Women’s Conference and the No More Excuses Men’s Conference have been places of refuge and renewal where women and men come to worship, grow, and encounter the life-giving presence of God. Every year, it’s a powerful sight to witness brothers and sisters from near and far uniting in faith. Your presence has played a meaningful role in that story.
As we look toward 2026, our church will celebrate a remarkable milestone: 50 years of ministry! We will dedicate the year to honoring God’s faithfulness across the decades and prepare to experience all that’s yet to come.
Because this is such a significant moment in the life of our church, we will pause hosting both the Desperate for Jesus and No More Excuses Conferences in 2026 to focus fully on celebrating our 50th Anniversary.
As part of this milestone year, we are preparing a special Kingdom Legacy Conference in 2026, an unprecedented moment where we will unite to honor 50 years of impact and look ahead to the next chapter God is writing.
We are excited to share that both conferences will return in 2027, refreshed and ready to continue empowering men and women to live boldly for Christ. We cannot wait to gather with you again for another unforgettable time in God’s presence. Thank you for taking this journey with us and for being a vital part of these life-changing gatherings.
We’ll be sharing more details about our 50th Anniversary celebrations soon—so stay tuned!
For His Kingdom,
The Desperate for Jesus & No More Excuses Teams
2026 – Stay Tuned
July 10, 2027
July 23–24, 2027
