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Fresh Expressions Retreat


  • St. John's Sacramento 1701 L Street Sacramento, CA, 95811 United States (map)

Are you passionate about reimagining church and discovering new ways to connect with your community? Are you curious about how your church can engage your neighbors more deeply? This two-day retreat is designed for innovators, dreamers, and doers who sense God’s spirit stirring something fresh in their midst. Together, we’ll explore how everyday passions—like cooking, fitness, caring for animals, or serving neighbors—can become the seeds of new Christian community.

This gathering isn’t about adding more programs, but about unleashing creativity, experimenting with new forms of church, and walking alongside others who want to see lives and neighborhoods transformed. Whether you’re a pastor or lay leader, if you’re ready to try something new, this retreat will equip and inspire you to take the next step.

Join us as we learn, imagine, and set out on a new trail together.

 Date: Friday, October 17 at 5:30 PM – Saturday, October 18, mid-afternoon

 Location: St. John’s, Sacramento (with recommended accommodations nearby)

 Cost: $50 with scholarships available

Meals are included in the cost of registration. For those traveling from a distance, here are some recommended accommodations:

Walkable option: Inn Off Capitol Park

Driveable: Fairfield Inn Sacramento Cal Expo

There are limited scholarship funds available for hotel stays--please indicate interest on your registration form. 

Get inspired here: https://freshexpressions.com/tag/stories

Register here: https://onrealm.org/spselca/PublicRegistrations/Event?linkString=NmY4MjkxOGUtODE2NS00ZWVmLTg1MzQtYjMzODAxNjg4MDg5

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