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Small groups, inner-church ministries, congregations, or larger communitites that are making use of the Apprentice Series can host an event or conference. This is an excellent way to establish the vision of the Apprentice Series within your group or congregation, as well as neighboring churches.
In the typical event, an Apprentice Basic Conference, eight hours of teaching and experiential learning are combined with worship and small group experiences. The Basic Conference unpacks the foundational ideas of the Apprentice Series that lead to transformation in people’s lives. These ideas include:
• understanding our narratives
• the role of spiritual practices
• the importance of community
• the impact of the Holy Spirit
James Bryan Smith and members of the Apprentice Team facilitate the workshops, lectures, and worship for Apprentice events. Contact Lyle SmithGraybeal about hosting an Apprentice event. To get a vision of how an Apprentice event could help your group, please attend an upcoming conference or retreat.