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"Altars"

A Fellowship of
Worship Leaders RETREAT

WOODLANDS METHODIST
THE WOODLANDS, TX
MARCH 23-25, 2023

We don’t need more stages and studios.
We need ALTARS.

Our hope is not in platforms and pulpits.
Our moment calls for ALTARS.

Altars are what we as worship leaders have been called by God to build for His people. And that’s a vocation too holy, too challenging, to be done in isolation.

Bound together by a desire to faithfully lead worship toward an awakening, you are invited to this inaugural retreat of The Fellowship of Worship Leaders.

Join us in a place of encounter and prayer, in a context of fire and communion. Sourced and expanding out from the New Room family, Altars will initiate a friend group that redefines the meaning of “worship band.” This will be a fellowship founded in the trust, courage, and empathy, a community of banded discipleship in which all generations and styles are welcome.

You’re being invited to get your hands into the shaping of a unique koinonia where artists of different kinds meet with God to be healed and refreshed and to explore the skills of Spirit-assisted leadership.

ALTARS will be a crossroads of new relationships and theological vision, a gathering of thirsty Christians who desire to cultivate that thirst in our great Redeemer’s praise. We’re after a kind of sacramental life and consecration in worship that God could inhabit for a great awakening.

Be a part of this launch event with us.

What is Altars?

A three-day gathering of worship leaders and pastors who long to be filled with the Spirit, to grow in pastoral ministry, and to help lead their congregations into authentic worship encounters with the Triune God.

Who is Altars for?

Altars is for anyone in a position of leading worship or establishing worship culture in their contexts, especially those needing community, encouragement, and rest. If you are a musician, leader, vocalist, artist, or pastor with a heart for awakening and a desire for fellowship, Altars is for you.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT:

Connection and Fellowship with God and other Worship Leaders

Theological and Practical Training

Spiritual Growth

Encouragement, Support, and Accountability

Times of Healing and Prayer Ministry

Renewing Your Calling as a Worship Leader

New Friendships with Like-Hearted Worship Leaders

Commissioning and Blessing

RETREAT CONTENT:

Your Calling as a Worship Leader

What is Awakening—
and What Part Does Worship Play?

How Do We Pastor Encounters with God?

What is the Role of a Worship Leader?

Christ & Our Worship Theology

BREAKOUTS:

Moving from Performance to Worship

Establishing a Culture of Prayer/Prayer Room

Leading and Developing a Team

Welcoming Spiritual Gifts in Worship:
Prophetic Ministry, Spirit-Assisted Prayer, Etc.

Developing Your Relationship with Your Senior Pastor

Leaders:

Lo Alaman

Mark Benjamin

Brenna Bullock

Josh Lavender

Anna Grace Legband

Jonathan Powers

Mark Swayze

David Thomas

J. D. Walt

Dan Wilt

$199

Altars will begin at 1pm on Thursday, March 23rd
and end by noon Saturday, March 25th.

Meals provided: Thursday Dinner, Friday Lunch
Purchase dinner from food trucks on Friday

Register as early as possible as space is limited!


Need more information? Check out our recorded informational Zoom (Passcode: X!xc5!?u) for some practical answers to common questions about the event!

FAQs

Can people who are not full time worship leaders come?
Yes. Whether you are a seasoned vocational worship leader or a volunteer, you are invited to join us. Anyone of any age who plays a role in leading worship is encouraged to be part of this gathering.

When is the last day to register?
Registration will close Monday, March 20th at 11:59 PM.

What time will Altars start/end?
The first session will begin Thursday, March 23 at 2:00 PM. Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Our gathering will conclude Saturday, March 25 at 11:30 AM.

What is the venue address?
Altars will be hosted at The Woodlands Methodist Church. 2200 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77380.

Which airport should I fly into?
George Bush International Airport (IAH) is the closest airport. It is about a 30 minute drive from the airport to The Woodlands Methodist Church. If you are flying on Thursday morning, we recommend taking an Uber from IAH to the church.

What hotel should I stay at?
All hotels are able to be booked Wednesday-Friday night (3/22-3/24), with a checkout date on Saturday (3/25). For questions or complications with hotel reservations, please email Deana Garner at garnerworldtravel@mindspring.com.

HOTELS

Hyatt Place Houston
The Woodlands

$159-$169

Distance: 1.2 Miles

Group Name: Pastor’s Conference at The Woodlands Methodist Church

Cutoff Date: 02/22/23

Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston
Woodlands/Shenandoah

$129

Distance: 2.3 Miles

Group Name: Seedbed Pastors Conference

Cutoff Date: 03/01/23

Springhill Suites
The Woodlands

$116

Distance: 4.7 Miles

Group Name: Pastor Conference

Cutoff Date: 03/01/23

Fairfield Inn & Suites Houston
The Woodlands

$89

Distance: 4 Miles

Group Name: Seedbed Pastors Conference

Cutoff Date: 03/12/23

Leaders:

Lo Alaman

Mark Benjamin

Brenna Bullock

Josh Lavender

Jonathan Powers

Mark Swayze

David Thomas

J. D. Walt

Dan Wilt

RETREAT CONTENT:

Time for Connection and Fellowship

Your Calling as a Worship Leader

What is Awakening—
and What Part Does Worship Play?

How Do We Pastor Encounters with God?

What is the Role of a Worship Leader?

Christ & Our Worship Theology

Times of Healing and Prayer Ministry

Commissioning and Blessing

BREAKOUTS:

Facing Ministry Challenges

Worship Planning for Today’s Worship Leader

Leading An Effective Worship Set

Song Selection

Establishing New Communities of Worship

and many more!

$199

Meals provided: Thursday Dinner, Friday Lunch
Purchase dinner from food trucks on Friday

Register as early as possible as space is limited!