This year, MFI Regional - Western WA/AK Conference is being held in Covington, Washington, at Real Life Church. We invite you and your entire staff, as well as key team members & volunteers to hear from guests and pastors from across the region in the MFI Network, be built up in our faith, learn from other church leaders in the area, and grow together
May 14 - 16, 2026
Hosted at Real Life Church, Covington, WA
We know it takes a team to build the Church.
You're encouraged to bring not only your staff, but also the key team members who faithfully lead on Sundays and throughout the week. We want your staff and teams to leave this year’s MFI Regional Conference feeling inspired, strengthened, and built up.
Receive a 20% discount on your total when you register 5 or more people.
Childcare provided for all sessions
Childcare provided for all sessions
LOOKING FOR THINGS TO DO?
We have a couple breaks in our schedule that are perfect for that team dinner to share what you have learned at the conference, team building with different activities in the area, or time to relax and take in the local views! Whatever your team needs during that time, we have a full list of RLC staff recommendations to ensure your team will have the perfect activity lined up during those breaks!
Click Here for our full list of recommendations!
LODGING RecomMendations
Garner Hotel - 15 min commute
A great option for lodging nearby is the Garner Hotel in Auburn. This hotel is close to the church, and nearby to some great coffee spots on the way to the church.
Hyatt Lake Washington - 25 min commute
A beautiful option for lodging is the Hyatt Lake Washington in Renton. This hotel offers beautiful views, and is a convenient location, close to The Landing shopping center, with a target, lots of great restaurants and other small businesses, as well as a beautiful waterside trail to walk and a playground for the kids!
Comfort Inn Auburn - 15 min commute
This hotel is cost effective and is newly renovated for an enjoyable stay. And, it's only 15 minutes from Real Life Church.
Marriott Tacoma Downtown - 25 min commute
Situated in the heart of downtown, Marriott Tacoma Downtown puts you steps away from the city’s best dining, museums, and waterfront attractions. It’s an ideal base for experiencing Tacoma’s culture, food, and vibrant city life.
Airbnbs in the area are also available!
ABOUT REAL LIFE CHURCH
Real Life Church was founded in 1998 in the home of Pastor Steve & Tina Murray. They served faithfully for 26 years before passing the baton of leadership to Pastors Taylor & Noelle Murray on March 3rd, 2024.
Real Life Church has been connected to MFI for 20+ years, and is honored to be able to host the Western WA & AK regional conference for 2026!
PASTORS TAYLOR & NOELLE
Taylor and Noelle have been the Lead Pastors since March of 2024, after serving for nearly two decades in youth and worship ministry. Following their graduation from Portland Bible College in 2009, they joined the team at RLC and have served faithfully since.
Taylor and Noelle have a passion for the local church. They love seeing people from every generation encounter God's presence, grow in His word and get activated to the purposes of God in His house. Taylor loves specialty coffee, golf, 90's east coast hip hop and Super Nintendo. Noelle loves average coffee, shopping and Disneyland. Together they have 3 kids: Hayden, Jude and Lennon.
