February 9-12 | Phoenix, AZ
Our aim is to present ideas and share experiences about how to promote congregational vitality, outreach, and catholicity—while doubling down on confessionally Reformed theology and practice. We’re anticipating rich fellowship, including a special dinner where everyone, pastors and wives, can connect.
Meeting Location: AirBNB
2002 E Mitchell Dr Phoenix, AZ 85016
It will be available for hangout from 4pm-11:30pm Monday-Thursday. There is a hot tub.
WiFi
Network: Setup-7614 Password: arrive0453board
ENTRY/LOCK CODES: To open, enter code 1401 & then press the checkmark symbol. When leaving, press the lock symbol to lock the door. The casita also has a separate lock and code. To open, enter code 2502 then press the schlage symbol & turn the lock counter-clockwise. When exiting, to lock enter 9795 & press the schlage symbol then turn clockwise.
Women & Children?
Wives and kids are welcome to join the man for the prayer/dinner/hangout portions of both evenings. If the pastors are on the patio having a discussion, women are welcome to hang inside the Airbnb.
Attending:
Arizona
Rev. Michael Spotts (URC, Phoenix, AZ)
Rev. Chris Smith (URC, Phoenix, AZ)
Rev. Gavin Poe (Inheritance URC, Phoenix, AZ)
California
Rev. Brian Cochran & Julie (Grace URC, Torrance, CA)
Rev. Adam Kaloostian (Ventura URC)
Idaho
Rev. Nick Smith a (URC, Nampa, ID)
Rev. Kris Wassam & Libby (URC, Meridian, ID)
Oregon
Rev. Josh Feil (Portland URC)
Washington
Rev. Craig Davis & Robyn (URC, Kennewick, WA)
Event Schedule:
Details are subject to change, but this should be close.
Monday
Travel & Accommodations
AirBNB opens after 4pm
(7:30-10:30 pm) Informal hang out at AirBNB
Tuesday
(9:00 am) Morning Prayer
(9:30 am) Orientation:
“Why Are We Here?” (Nick Smith & Michael Spotts)
(10:15 am) Group Discussion
(11:15 am) Prayer
(11:30am) Lunch
(1:00 pm) Presentation A
“Psalms & Evening Service” (N. Smith)
(2:00 pm) Group Discussion A
(4:00 pm) Evening Prayer
(5:00 pm) Dinner
Fast-casual TBD
(7:00-10:30 pm) Fellowship at AirBNB
Wednesday
(9:00 am) Morning Prayer
(9:30 am) Presentation B
“Local Ecumenicity as a Source of Vitality” (M. Spotts)
(10:15 am) Group Discussion B
(11:15 am) Prayer
(11:30-5:00 pm) Lunch & Free Period
Catch up on email, sleep, or go explore Phoenix
(5:00 pm) Dinner
Restaurant TBD
(7:00-10:30 pm) Fellowship at AirBNB
Thursday
(9:00 am) Summary Session
Summarize & discuss key ideas
Lay out next steps and objectives
(10:00 am) Closing prayer
(11:00 am) Depart AirBNB
Meals, etc.
Monday
You're on your own. There are many good options in Phoenix. Here are some near by.
FOOD
In-N-Out — there are better burgers, but not a better value.
Taco Boys — mesquite grilled street tacos
Hop Doddy — fast-casual burger place.
Macintosh — Rotisserie chicken and ribs.
Asi Eś La Vida — Sit-down traditional Mexican
Postino — Bruschetta boards, panini
Coffee
Lux on Central
Provision Coffee on Missouri Ave.
Beer/Drinks
Postino — Happy hour is 11am-5pm
$6 beer pitchers / $6 glass of wine
Starving Artist — Happy hour 3-6pm
$3 pizza slice; $3 drafts ; $10 cocktails
Wren House Brewery
Wandering Tortoise
Tuesday & Wednesday
Breakfast
Air BNB will have some easy breakfast items (cereal, fruit), milk, coffee, tea, and juice.
Joe's Diner: 4515 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Lunch
Air BNB will have sandwich supplies.
Optional — eat out.
Dinner
Restaurant TBD
Thursday
Breakfast
Air BNB will have some easy breakfast items (cereal, fruit), milk, coffee, tea, and juice.
Joe's Diner: 4515 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Lunch
You're on your own!
If you have other questions/requests, please let me know.

