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In addition to presenting Renovaré conferences and retreats, our staff and ministry team members can be found nurturing the with-God life in a variety of church, business, nonprofit, and educational settings.

Upcoming Events

2019 09 14 Event Saintmark
Conference

Vestavia Hills, Alabama (Near Birmingham)

September 14, 2019

Living God's Questions

It is striking how often in Scripture that God asks people questions, inviting them to explore the views they hold and the longings that shape them. During our time together, Trevor Hudson and Carolyn Arends will use teaching, music, interaction, and silent reflection to help us sit with several of the questions God asks.

WITH Trevor Hudson, Carolyn Arends
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Genesis Summit 2019 2
Conference

Niagara Falls, ON

October 3–4, 2019

Genesis Summit 2019

Genesis Summit will challenge each person in his or her own formation as together we explore and consider how formation occurs in the life of the church. Join Renovaré’s Director of Education Carolyn Arends and other likeminded leaders from across Canada to gain insight, be equipped and empowered to minister within the 21st Century.

WITH Carolyn Arends
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Save The Date Akol
Conference

South Barrington, IL

November 16–17, 2019

Another Kind of Life Conference

Jesus invites us into another kind of life—an abundant life! But, what does that look like now? Chris Hall and Carolyn Arends will explore this idea in the Another Kind of Life Conference on Saturday, November 16, 9 AM–4 PM at the Practice. Carolyn will also be speaking on Sunday, November 17 at the Practice service. More information coming soon!

WITH Carolyn Arends, Chris Hall
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Gathering

Denver, CO

March 21, 2020

Coffee and Conversation with Richard Foster and Friends

Join us for a special morning with Richard Foster, Nathan Foster, Mimi Dixon, and Chris Hall. 100% of ticket proceeds support the work of Renovaré.

WITH Richard J. Foster, Nathan Foster, Mimi Dixon, Chris Hall
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Past Events

Larry Crabb1
Conference

Houston, TX

May 16–17, 2019

Living the Larger Story

The purpose of this conference is to celebrate Larry Crabb’s amazing ministry through a consideration of his contributions to Christian counseling and the evangelical church by hearing from friends and colleagues, including Renovaré Ministry Team members Mimi Dixon, Gary Moon, and Siang-Yang Tan, as well as Larry himself.

WITH Mimi Dixon, Siang-Yang Tan, Gary Moon
2019Gilmont Featured
Retreat

East Texas (at Gilmont Conference Center)

May 3–5, 2019

Walking with the Good Shepherd

Drawing on themes Psalm 23 and informed by Dallas Willard’s book Life Without Lack, this retreat offers practical teaching sessions by Renovaré Ministry Team members, space to explore nature and rest, opportunity for spiritual direction with trained spiritual directors, and time to worship and hear original music.

WITH Brian Morykon, Margaret Campbell
Event 2019 03 Palmbeach2
Gathering

Stuart, Florida (Near Palm Beach)

March 22–23, 2019

Entering Into A Conversation With God

Why is prayer hard? Where is God when I hurt? Can God be trusted? Come and spend Friday evening (5:30-9pm) and Saturday (8:30am-3pm) as Renovaré President Chris Hall addresses these questions while teaching on spiritual formation. Brian Morykon will lead music. The event is free but a $20 donation to the hosting church is requested.

WITH Chris Hall, Brian Morykon
2019 03 Listening Conf Featured
Conference

Chicago, IL

March 2, 2019

Listening in an Age of Distraction

At this one-day conference, Trevor Hudson and Lacy Borgo will guide us in a day of listening to the gentle whisper of Jesus. We will grow in awareness of the way God speaks in our lives and learn practices to cultivate a listening life and live more fully in God’s loving presence. Hosted by The Practice at Willow Creek in South Barrington, IL.

WITH Trevor Hudson, Lacy Finn Borgo
Event Langley 2018
Conference

Langley, BC Canada

September 28–29, 2018

Another Kind of Life Conference

Jesus promises another kind of life—eternal life—that begins not after death but here and now. Join us in Langley, BC for a 2-day conference on what a life lived fully into our Christian faith looks like.

WITH Carolyn Arends, Chris Hall
Usml Campus 2 1
Retreat

Mundelein, IL

September 7–9, 2018

The 2018 Renovaré Institute Retreat

The communities formed by each cohort of the Renovaré Institute are really part of one big community of those who have dug in deeply to the with-God life. This September, we gather to celebrate this community—remembering the Institute rhythms, enjoying time with beloved faculty, and simply being together. We hope you, dear alum, will join us!

WITH Carolyn Arends, Gary Moon, Regina Moon, Trevor Hudson, Helen Edwards, Chris Hall