Listening Group Orientation
Pathway to Participating in a Transformative Practice
April 25, 2026
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This event is being held twice. Sign up for the date that works best for you. Due to the interactive nature of the workshop, it will not be recorded. However, if you register and are unable to make the session, you can apply your registration to any future Orientation.
Renovaré Listening Groups are a unique small group experience that creates a safe space for listening to God, one another, and our own hearts. These groups eliminate advice-giving and create generous space to value God’s voice over our own.
This Orientation Workshop is the entry-point to learn about and participate in Renovaré Listening Groups. It will:
- Introduce you to some of the Renovaré Core Ideas
- Orient you to the posture and practice of Listening Groups
- Offer you a sample experience of the Listening Group liturgy
- Provide you with practical guidance and connections for forming groups
All attendees will receive the Listening Group Booklet and access to a directory to help facilitate connections.
Whether you’re new to Listening Groups or have participated before, this workshop will equip you to engage in this practice of listening for our transformation, the world’s good, and God’s everlasting glory.
Drew L. Dixon
Drew Dixon is a minister and spiritual director in the Pacific Northwest, supporting people in the way of Jesus through teaching, spiritual formation, and pastoral care. He serves at the Federal Way Church of Christ, provides spiritual direction for individuals and groups, partners with organizations like Renovaré, and hosts Soul on Screen, a podcast exploring film through a spiritual and theological lens. In his free time, he enjoys slow mornings, simple walks, and spending time with his wife, Katelyn. Learn more and connect with him at drewldixon.com.
Nathan Foster
Nathan Foster is an author and host of Life With God, a Renovaré Podcast. Formerly, he was an Associate Professor of social work and served as the Andrews Chair in Spiritual Formation at Spring Arbor University. He was also a licensed clinical social worker and certified addictions counselor. Nathan has published two books, including The Making of an Ordinary Saint: My Journey from Frustration to Joy with the Spiritual Disciplines.
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