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.