March 14, 2011

Ecclesia Church Planter Bootcamp: Aggelos 2011


A theological and practical trajectory for missional church planting

aggelos is unique in comparison to other church planters training opportunities available.
First, there will not be hundreds of people here. More than likely, there will be somewhere between 20-30. This means plenty of room for dialog, conversation, and questions amidst all of the planned training.
Second, everyone stays, eats, and prays together for the week. Most people leave with better friendships, some of which will be life-long, because they started the church planting journey – in this way – together.
Third, there will be a host of different equippers with unique planting stories. This gathering (as in all we try to do) isn’t dominated by just a few individuals or models of church planting. You’ll hear from a variety of planters, both seasoned and new, and learn from their experiences and approaches.
Finally, we hope to provide a good balance of theology, theory, and practicality. Each component is vital
We hope you’ll join us in May!
Chris Backert (Director)
Details
Registration:
Contact Chris Backert: [email protected]
Date
May 9-13, 2011
Richmond, VA
Location
Richmond Hill Urban Retreat Center (www.richmondhillva.org). Richmond Hill is a former monastery, located in the heart of the city of Richmond. Most people will be sharing a room with one other person throughout the week. All meals are all included as part of our stay and will take place on the grounds.
Registration
Email [email protected] to confirm your spot followed by payment. A 20% deposit is required within two weeks of registration to qualify for rate and space.

More info here: http://www.ecclesianet.org/equipping/aggelos-2011

Mar 14, 2011 12:52:47 PM | church planting

2 Comments

The Bishop

Hey Bob! My family is heading to Germany as planters, and we will be near Richmond for the next 2 months prepping to go. I can't get away for a week, but was wondering IF we get a free day around the time you guys are there, would it be okay for me to come "sit in?"

Posted by: The Bishop | April 15, 2011 at 07:28 AM

Bob

Jason- sorry to take so long to answer!

I wouldn't be the one to make that call-

Make contact with Chris Backert thru the Ecclesianet.com site and see what he thinks!

Posted by: Bob | April 19, 2011 at 01:02 PM

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