NEW HAVEN, CT - Vox Church announces the return of the Illume Women's Conference, a day-long gathering designed to bring women together for spiritual growth, community building, and transformational teaching. The conference will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the historic College Street Music Hall in downtown New Haven.
This year's theme, "With Everything," explores how a consecrated heart leads to a full life, drawing from Philippians 3:8-11. The conference promises to be a day of encounter and transformation for every woman who attends, featuring relevant teaching, times of connection and community building, and opportunities to pursue God's presence together.
"This day is about community and relationship, gathering and learning," said Pastor Chrisy Kendrick, Women's Pastor at Vox Church and conference organizer. "It is most importantly about pursuing God's presence, receiving his word, and growing together to become more like Christ. Whether you're leading worship, teaching the Bible, or developing leaders, our passion is to see the local church become a place where deep bonds of relationship form and the love of Christ transforms the hearts of people."
Featured Speakers
The 2025 Illume Conference will feature three dynamic speakers who bring diverse ministry experiences and a shared passion for helping women encounter Jesus:
Pastor Chrisy Kendrick co-founded Vox Church with her husband Justin and a small group of friends in 2011. She currently serves as the Women's Pastor at Vox, overseeing the Illume Conference along with other women's events throughout the year. Her passion is to see the local church become a place where deep bonds of relationship form and the love of Christ transforms hearts.
Jill McCloghry and her husband Matt are the founding pastors of Colonial Church in Saint Augustine, Florida. After spending her young adult years as a worship leader and songwriter, touring with Hillsong Church and Hillsong United, Jill moved to the U.S. and planted roots in her hometown. She is passionate about healthy family, life, and ministry, bringing a deep love of worship music and the Word to her teaching.
Pastor Raissa Kubandi serves as Student and Young Adult Pastor at Denver United Church, bringing over a decade of ministry experience. Originally from the Congo and raised in Georgia, Raissa speaks with authenticity, clarity, and contagious joy. She is passionate about helping women and students discover their worth, walk in purpose, and live fully in God's love.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - Evening (four sessions throughout the day)
Location: College Street Music Hall, 238 College Street, New Haven, CT
Registration: www.illumeconference.com
Tickets: Starting at $39 (group discounts and student rates available)
Women are encouraged to register early and invite friends, community groups, and co-workers to join them for this transformative day of fellowship and spiritual growth.
About the Illume Conference
The Illume Conference is an annual women's event hosted by Vox Church that brings together hundreds of women from across the region. The conference provides times of connection and community building alongside relevant teaching and practical application of biblical truth. Past conference sessions and additional content are available online for those who wish to learn more about the conference experience.
