Get away to the Arizona sun
Be refreshed and inspired to unite around the work of the Gospel in your city.
About The Lab
This is a unique, invite-only gathering for those passionate about unity and evangelism in their city networks. We’ll receive encouragement and insight from Francis Chan, Nancy Ortberg, Kevin Palau, and leaders like you—who are passionate about sharing the Gospel in their city. We can’t wait to see you there!
When
October 24 — 26, 2023
We begin on Tuesday morning and end with an optional prayer walk on Thursday morning.
WHERE
Phoenix, Arizona
New City Church
COST
FREE!
Food + Lodging are covered.
What to expect…
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Arrive + settle in
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Arrive | 8:30 am
Main Session with Francis Chan
Lunch | 12 pm
City Content
Conversation with Kevin Palau and Francis Chan
Dinner | 6 pm
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Arrive | 8:30 am
Main Session with Nancy Ortberg
Breakout Sessions
Lunch | 12 pm
Panel Discussion
City Content and Collaboration
Wrapping Up
Dinner | 6 pm
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Optional City Activity | 9 — 11 am
Speakers
Francis Chan is the best-selling author of Crazy Love, Forgotten God, and You and Me Forever. Currently, Francis is planting churches in the San Francisco area (wearechurch.com). Together, Francis and his wife Lisa raise their seven children in Northern California.
Nancy Ortberg is the Chief Executive Officer of Transforming the Bay with Christ (TBC). Nancy has over 20 years of experience leading teams and coaching leadership teams to improve their personal and organizational effectiveness.
FAQs
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The event is hosted by New City Church (1300 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004) — only 10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor airport and close to public transit options.
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- Registration officially closes September 15th, 2023. If you have questions after that date, please email laura.nzirimu@palau.org.
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No, we have you covered! You will be staying at one of two beautiful hotels within walking distance of the church. You will have a room booked for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights. We will send you all the details within a week of the event.
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Phoenix in October will still be warm, so pack for the sunshine! You may also want to bring:
A notebook or journal
Your favorite pen
A comfortable pair of walking shoes for the prayer walk
A light jacket for unexpected rain showers
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At this event, you’ll hear from experts in evangelism, Palau staff, and your peer city leaders. We will have times of teaching, collaborative discussion, storytelling, and inspiration. There will be a combination of keynote addresses, panel conversations, and breakout sessions designed to give you space for learning and dialogue. There will also be space for your E-Team to process and strategize together. We hope you leave this event feeling refreshed, encouraged, and equipped for the next season of ministry in your city!