FAQ

FAQ2024-02-21T19:20:19+00:00

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Upperroom Global Prayer Conference, volunteering, registration, and more.

When is the conference? What is the schedule?2024-02-21T20:41:44+00:00
Day (s) Services
Thursday 15 August 2024 Evening service from 4pm – 11pm*
Friday 16 August 2024 Afternoon service from 10am – 3pm

Evening service from 5pm – 11pm*

Saturday 17 August 2024 Morning glory from 6am – 9 am

Afternoon service 11am – 3pm

Final evening service from 5pm – 11pm*

* Generally, there will be no breaks between services, however if there are any changes, this will be communicated.

 

Where will the conference be held?2024-02-21T20:41:44+00:00

ESTREL Berlin, Sonnenallee 225, 12057 Berlin, GERMANY

 

Do I have to register and is the conference for free?2024-02-21T20:41:44+00:00

Yes! Although the conference is free, everyone (Incl. large groups. Note, that we can’t guarantee you will all be seated next to each other) who will be attending the conference will have to register. You can register for the conference here

Is the conference open for all age groups?2024-02-21T20:41:44+00:00

Yes! However, if you are under 18, you will need a written and signed permission statement of your guardian to attend the conference. Note that this will be checked at the venue’s entrance.

I’m coming directly to the conference, can I bring my suitcase?2024-02-21T20:41:44+00:00

Yes, you can. We provide a room for our guests who have registered with the URGPM accommodation and are travelling from their country with suitcases as they enter the conference straightaway.

What can I bring to the conference?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

We kindly ask you to come as light as possible (Bible, iPad, notebook, country flag, mini-towel, bottle of water etc.). Note that random bag searches can occur. Any objects of crime (weapons, knifes, pepper spray, machetes, etc. …) are not allowed. Upon trespassing, the local authorities and country of residence will be informed including criminal charges if necessary.

What is the distance between accommodation and venue?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

Depending on your accommodation, kindly use apps like Google maps, Waze, … to calculate the distance. If you have booked your own accommodation, we advise you to plan your trip ahead of time by using any route-planning app.

How much does public transportation cost in Berlin?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

There are several means of transportation available, to get exact details and prices, we advise you to check out the city’s website for public transport or taxis. If you wish to use Uber or other kind, kindly download the app, and plan your trip in the app.

Where can I park my car?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

You are able to park on the roads near the venue. The carpark in front at the venue is reserved for URGPM team members only.

Can I bring my pet?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

No animals are allowed at the venue.

Will there be medical aid at the conference?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

Yes, there is a dedicated and certified medical team on site.

Will there be food at the conference?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

There will be no food available at the conference. There are nearby restaurants and cafés, where you can buy food during the breaks.

Can I eat in the conference hall?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

Eating in the conference hall is not allowed. We want to ensure that the conference hall remains clean and free of any potential hazards. We kindly ask you to eat in the foyer.

Can I eat in the conference hall?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

Eating in the conference hall is not allowed. We want to ensure that the conference hall remains clean and free of any potential hazards. We kindly ask you to eat in the foyer.

Can I vlog during the conference and have it published on my paid social media platforms?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

We kindly ask you to send us an e-mail via info@upperroomeu.com in order to receive an in-depth detail on URGPM content shared via paid social platforms.

Can I use the URGPM logo for personal usage or commercial intentions?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

No, the URGPM logo is copyrighted and can only be used by third parties upon explicit, written, and signed approval by the URGPM.

Can I record, take pictures or videos at the conference for personal enrichment?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

Yes, however, you may be asked not to record at certain times.

I lost something at the conference.2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

We advise you to check all the locations where you have been. If you still can’t find the lost item, kindly approach a member of the housekeeping team, or ask an usher at the venue.

How do I get in touch with URGPM?2024-02-21T20:41:43+00:00

For general questions, we encourage you to search the tabs. In case your question cannot be found, you can get in touch with us via email info@upperroomeu.com

For questions regarding registrations, you can get in touch with registration@upperroomeu.com.

For questions regarding payments, you can get in touch with payments@upperroomeu.com.

How can I book my accommodation?2024-02-21T20:42:08+00:00

You can book your accommodation via the ‘accommodation’ tab at the top of this page.

Do I have to register if I book my own accommodation?2024-02-21T20:42:41+00:00

Yes, you will still have to register for your attendance.

I have booked through URGPM link. When can I expect to receive my confirmation mail?2024-02-21T20:42:55+00:00

The confirmation mail is automatically sent to your e-mail address upon immediate submission of your payment via the booking platform.

Where is the place of accommodation?2024-02-21T20:44:06+00:00

Kindly consult the information in the mail sent by the booking platform.

Can I book for one night?2024-02-21T20:44:27+00:00

You can only book for a minimum of two nights.

Can I pay in cash?2024-02-21T20:44:41+00:00

All accepted payments are to be made online or via transfer only (via the chosen form of payment).

What are the types of rooms available?2024-02-21T20:45:00+00:00

Kindly consult the information provided on the site of the booking platform.

*We refer to married couples, siblings or friends of the same sex that can only book a double room.

** Shared rooms are not allowed with each other’s opposite gender!

What can I expect when I book my accommodation through URGPM?2024-02-21T20:45:18+00:00

When booking through URGPM, the fee includes accommodation and if desired, the option for breakfast.

When do I check in or check out? When can we have breakfast?2024-02-21T20:45:42+00:00

Kindly consult the information provided on the site of the booking platform.

Can I park at the accommodation? What are the prices?2024-02-21T20:46:01+00:00

Yes, you can park at the accommodation. Kindly visit the website of the booked accommodation per confirmation mail.

Information on the hostel keycards2024-02-21T20:46:14+00:00

Kindly consult the information in the confirmation mail sent by the booking platform. In case you have arrived before your other roommates, there is a possibility to collect all keycards. Note that the responsibility and costs lie with you when keycards get lost.

I’ve not registered to stay at the URGPM accommodation, but I want to stay in the rooms of my friends. Is this allowed?2024-02-21T20:47:25+00:00

If you would like to stay in the room with your friends, you will also have to register and pay through URGPM. This will be monitored by the hostel attendants and URGPM team.

Where are the links to make payments (seed, pledges…) for URGPM?2024-02-21T20:48:11+00:00

You can find the payment links in on the URGPM website below and at the website’s ‘support us’ tab.

I registered after the payment deadline. What should I do? Can I still come?2024-02-21T20:48:24+00:00

Yes, you can still come. Do note that there is a high possibility that there are no more rooms. We urge you to make a full payment as soon as possible.

I don’t have money to pay right now. What should I do?2024-02-21T20:48:43+00:00

Send an email to payments@upperroomeu.com. Replies can vary between 5-8 (or more) business days due to high volume of queries.

Can I pay cash?2024-02-21T20:48:58+00:00

All accepted payments are to be made online or via transfer only (via the chosen form of payment).

I’m having difficulty to pay online. What should I do?2024-02-21T20:49:17+00:00

Surely send us an email to payments@upperroomeu.com with your issue. Or let a roommate pay for you with a clear bank reference: your name + URGPM hostel payment.

Can I sow a seed to URGPM?2024-02-21T20:49:42+00:00

Yes, you can. Visit our website and go the tab ‘support us’ on the right side of the page. God bless you for your support!

Questions on refund, cancellation policy or wrong payments?2024-02-21T20:50:22+00:00

We kindly refer you to send an email to the booking platform with your questions.

I can’t come anymore (personal, due to VISA issue, due to situation airport, delayed flight, cancelled flight, bad or extreme weather conditions, strike etc.) but I’ve paid the full price for my accommodation. Can I get a refund?2024-02-21T20:52:06+00:00

We kindly refer you to send an email to the booking platform with your questions.

VISA-related matters2024-02-21T20:52:55+00:00

Due to organizational and legal reasons, URGPM will not be held accountable cf. any visa related matters, nor do we write letters on behalf of guests to apply for a VISA. We offer you the following solution:

  1. Book a room (select with cancellation option) via booking.com or other accommodation platforms.
  2. Use this info for the visa application.
  3. Register and book with URGPM + full payment.
  4. When the visa is approved, cancel the first booking made.
This is my first time attending. Can I volunteer?2024-02-21T20:53:36+00:00

God bless you for your availability to serve. Kindly tick the volunteering box in the form when registering for the conference. As there is a selection process, upon success, the team will have you informed to join the volunteers. Please be informed that we cannot guarantee acceptance of every application.

This is not my first time attending, but my first-time desire to volunteer. Can I volunteer?2024-02-21T20:53:50+00:00

We appreciate your zeal to serve at the conference. Kindly tick the volunteering box in the form when registering for the conference. As there is a selection process, upon success, the team will have you informed to join the volunteers. Please be informed that we cannot guarantee acceptance of every application.

This is not my first time attending, I’ve volunteered before, but I have a friend who also want to volunteer.2024-02-21T20:54:07+00:00

Thank you for referring your friend(s) to join in serving. Kindly let your friend tick the volunteering box in the form and the team will have her/him informed upon selected to join the volunteers. Please be informed that we cannot guarantee acceptance of every application.

I want to join media, sound, choir, intercession, finance team. Is this possible?2024-02-21T20:54:20+00:00

As these teams have already been finalized, URGPM will not be accepting any additional members to these teams at the moment.

I would like to sell my products at the conference. What do I do?2024-02-21T20:54:48+00:00

You can register to sell your products via the ‘Business’ tab. The team will get back to you whether your application has been accepted or rejected.

To have my products sold at the conference, is it for free?2024-02-21T20:55:07+00:00

No, every merchant will have to contribute with a fee. Depending on the days you wish to display your merchandise, there will be several prices. The list for the fees will be communicated via mail upon acceptance by the URGPM business team.

What is included in the fee?2024-02-21T20:55:41+00:00

A table (tablecloth upon request), two chairs, large visibility platform and network opportunities with other merchants. In case you’d need two tables, kindly note that for that extra table a fee will be added. Lastly, please bring along your own payment methods (SumUp, Paypal/QR code …) to the conference. In case of any loss or malfunction, URGPM will not be held liable.

When do I get to sell my products?2024-02-21T20:56:52+00:00

You can sell your products only during the breaks and at the end of every evening service.

Does URGPM require me to give a commission of my sales?2024-02-21T20:58:12+00:00

No, we do not take any percentages or commissions.

Terms and Conditions2024-02-21T21:23:31+00:00

Click here for the terms and conditions

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