2026 USCR Conference
Opening to Infinite Possibilities
Monday, October 12–Wednesday, 14, 2026
at Unity Village
Plans are underway for our biennial conference—take a peek! And secure your spot with early bird pricing through June 15, 2026.
Through inspiring speakers, shared experiences, and meaningful connection with colleagues and friends across the region, our spiritual explorations open awareness to new pathways for creativity, leadership, and community.
Sessions include speakers Rev. Dr. Martha Creek and Rev. Dr. Ahriana Platten, a workshop, time for connection and reflection, and our USCR Annual Business Meeting. Stay tuned for the full agenda.
Featuring…
Rev. Dr. Martha Creek,
Keynote Speaker
Widely known in New Thought, Martha’s trainings approach deep inner work as an adventure with a sense of curiosity and wonder. A master of the art of right questioning, she calls forth the most stubborn and self-defeating patterns to create a new way of being, literally.
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Ordained in Religious Science and Divine Science, Martha has served as Great Lakes Unity Consultant, and served several years as Unity Worldwide Institute faculty. She has attended Emerson Theological Seminary (Masters and Doctorate), Byron Katie School for The Work, and Hoffman Institute. She is a Healthy Congregations Facilitator and Trainer. See more at www.marthacreek.com.
Rev. Dr. Ahriana Platten,
Speaker
Now in her thirtieth year of ministry, Rev. Dr. Ahriana Platten has spent decades inside sanctuaries, boardrooms, retreat centers, and moments of quiet pastoral crisis.
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Ahriana is a business consultant, connection programming specialist, best-selling author, and master ceremonialist. She has designed leadership immersions, sabbatical retreats, guided congregations through transition, and helped ministers build structures that protect both vision and vitality.
You can connect with Ahriana at businessmastermind@unitysouthcentral.org or asoulfullworld.com.
Linda Ballesteros,
Workshop Presenter
Linda is a transformational guide, speaker, and international best-selling author who helps people reconnect with their purpose and create lives filled with joy, clarity, and impact.
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Through her workshops, podcast, books, and one-on-one work, she shares stories and insights that make big shifts feel not only possible, but exciting.
With over 30 years in banking and a successful career as a certified franchise consultant, Linda brings both practical wisdom and soulful strategy to everything she does. Her ability to help others uncover ventures aligned with their passions and strengths is rooted in her own journey of reinvention.
She’s also a certified life coach, law of attraction and mindfulness practitioner, plus and EFT and hypnosis professional, blending mindset work with subconscious healing to help clients unlock their potential and move forward with confidence. Whether someone is seeking clarity, calm, or a complete reset, Linda meets them with compassion and tools that truly work.
At the heart of it all is family.
Linda isn’t just a coach or a creator, she’s a catalyst. Her work is an invitation to step into your truth, rewrite your story, and live a life that feels fully aligned.
And music, workshop, lunches, and afternoons to connect with friends in the region
Enjoy musical interludes by the band Strawberry Jam, immerse yourself in sessions, take self-care time to walk the labyrinth, and connect with friends old and new.
Conference Details
Lodgings
A block of rooms is available on a first come, first served basis at:
Unity Village: Hotel and Conference Center
1901 NW Blue Pkwy
Lee’s Summit, MO 64065
Meals
Breakfast is available at the hotel. Lunches are included (gluten-free/vegetarian/vegan option available) and dinners are on your own.
FAQs
Will there be a virtual option for the conference?
No, the conference will only be in person.
Will there be a virtual option for the Annual Business Meeting?
Yes, we will have a separate Business Meeting registration for those not attending the conference to join us via Zoom. Meeting details will be sent via our newsletter no later than September (sign up below).
Are accommodations included in the conference fee?
No, you will have to book your room at either Unity Village or at any location of your choice.
Is there a block of rooms reserved for conference guests?
Yes, the Unity Village has blocked rooms for conference guests.
How do I get to and from the airport?
You can arrange transportation via apps such as Uber and Lyft, in addition to car rental services at the airport.
Can I use the conference retreat for my CEU requirements?
Yes, our conference covers the general continuing education credit.