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‘Unprecedented’ seems like an over-used word these days, yet here we are… Opportunity and challenge both abound. The National Developers and Planters Gathering is a chance to learn the best of who we are and what we are creating from one another. Come join us in Denver, Colorado this April!
Dr. Renita Weems is a biblical scholar, a minister, and a writer whose critical insights into modern faith, biblical texts, and the role of spirituality in everyday lives has made her a highly sought-after writer and speaker for more than four decades. Rev. Dr. Weems is a thinking woman of faith who seeks to reconcile the conflicts between a spiritual hunger for the Sacred with a womanist thirst for revolutionary justice.
Kenda Creasy Dean is an ordained United Methodist pastor and the Mary D. Synnott Professor of Youth, Church and Culture at Princeton Theological Seminary, where she works with the Institute for Youth Ministry and the Farminary. In 2013 she founded Ministry Incubators with fellow pastor and serial entrepreneur Mark DeVries to support young people, congregations and communities in faith-based social innovation.
Andrew Root (Ph.D., Princeton Theological Seminary) is the Carrie Olson Baalson professor of youth and family ministry at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He writes and researches in areas of theology, ministry, culture and younger generations.
Rodrigo Cruz was born and raised in Monterrey Mexico, where he practiced criminal law for several years. He earned his Master in Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary and his Doctor in Ministry from Wesley Theological Seminary. In 2016, he planted a multi-ethnic (now multi-site church with 5 campuses) called The Nett Church in Gwinnett County, Georgia.
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NETWORK GALA
An "extra" opportunity to have less formal conversations around important topics during workshop time, featuring ... KAREN HORAN & RACHEL GILMORE, JERRY HERSHIPS, MICHAEL BECK, MATT TEMPLE, and potentially others.
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Book by 04/01/23
Distance from St. Andrew UMC: 5.6 miles
3090 W County Line Rd., Littleton, CO 80129
303-791-3010
$169 per night
Book Residence Inn for this event’s special group rate
Extended-stay suites, including full-size kitchens, dining areas and separate lounge areas with sofas and HDTV.
Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, parking, Wi-Fi, and fitness center.
To book an accessible room, please reserve your room and then call the hotel directly.
Distance from St. Andrew UMC: 5.6 miles
3056 W County Line Rd., Littleton, CO 80129
303-791-3001
Book Courtyard for this event's group rate
Courtyard Bistro available for a la carte breakfast, bites, and beverages.
Free parking, Wi-Fi, indoor pool and fitness center.
To book an accessible room, please reserve your room and then call the hotel directly.
Distance from St. Andrew UMC: 5.8 miles
3095 W. County Line Rd., Littleton, CO 80129
303-794-1800
Book Hampton Inn
Complimentary hot breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, indoor pool and fitness center.
To book an accessible room, please click “accessible” to view available rooms when using the direct booking link.
Distance from St. Andrew UMC: 5.8 miles
8211 Southpark Cir., Littleton, CO 80120
303-347-9901
Book Staybridge Suites for this event’s group rate
To make a reservation utilizing the group link, enter the dates of arrival and departure, click “Search,” and the suite options and group rate will auto-populate for the reservations.
Extended stay, all-suite hotel with full kitchens, complimentary hot breakfast, fitness center, pool, and wifi.
To book an accessible room, please call Pam Wiederkehr at 303-347-9901 and mention the UMC National Developers and Planters Gathering.
Distance from St. Andrew UMC: 3.9 miles
7060 East County Line, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
303-770-5400
Book Comfort Suites for this event’s group rate. Complimentary buffet breakfast, free WiFi, free parking, fitness center. To book an accessible room, please call the hotel directly at 303-770-5400 and mention the UMC National Developers and Planters Gathering.
Distance from St. Andrew UMC: 3.9
7056 East County Line, Highlands Ranch, CO
303-290-6700
Book Fairfield Inn and Suites for this event’s group rate
Complimentary breakfast buffet, parking, pool, fitness center, Wi-Fi.
To book an accessible room, please call the hotel directly and mention the UMC National Developers and Planters Gathering.
What airport should I fly into?
Denver International Airport, about 34 minutes (36 mi) from Saint Andrew United Methodist Church.
How far are the hotels from our conference site?
Several of the hotels, including the Courtyard and Residence Inn, are 10 minute drive from Saint Andrew United Methodist Church.
Can Developers Attend the Planters Workshops?
Yes! We encourage it!
Can Planters Attend the Developers Gathering?
Sorry, no. The developers need to meet on our own to discuss how best to support our planters.
If I’m Not Planting A Church, Can I Attend?
Yes! If you are interested in starting new ministries, you are most welcome!