Think of strobe lights, artificial snow, drum lines, space aliens, and an amazing lineup of current day leaders and that pretty much sums up a typical Catalyst conference. I know, I know, a conference is a conference is a conference. They all feel the same, right? Wrong.
Conferences about leadership feel stuffy and elitist and pretentious. But when I attended Catalyst, the vibe was very different. It was large–yet welcoming, weird–yet cool, young–but all ages were represented. The speaker lineup had a wide range of speakers; some liberal, some conservative, all lovers of Jesus.
The topics were wide enough for anyone in ministry, while maintaining a depth to impact lives. I was completely sold on the entire event and dragged three more people with me the next time I attended.
So please understand my excitement for Catalyst West in March! Not only do I get to connect with old friends and meet new ones, I get to participate on a whole new level. This year I’ll be speaking with Jenni Catron and Lori Wilhite for a lab* discussion on Confident Leadership. Obviously the panel is all women, but it’s not gender specific 🙂 Everyone is welcome to attend.
Immediately following the event, all three of us will be available for a meetup. And guess who wants to meet you? ME! No, seriously I do. I get to “meet” people online but it TOTALLY feels way more real after we hug, fist bump, or take a picture.
If for some reason you don’t live near by or can’t attend the conference, myself, Brian Wurzell, and Tensley Molzahn will be doing live interviews with each of the speakers following their sessions. You can watch LIVE during the conference as I try not to stutter, embarrass myself, or act like a fool. Pray for me! Seriously. Lord knows I talk too fast when I’m nervous and I may pass out while talking to Soledad O’Brien and Rev Run?!
In light of all things Catalyst, today CatalystSpace blog went out. I offered my thoughts on Fake Authenticity. Feel free to pop on over and check it out.
Strobe lights, snow, drum lines, and space aliens,
B 🙂
*Labs are the day before the start of the conference. For more info, check this out.
First, I love love love that you are doing this and that God is continuing to bless and grow your ministry. Beautiful!!!!
Second, EEEKKK…I will at Catalyst!….Volunteering!….Yay!……BUT….I might not have the courage to come to the In-N-Out Fun Fest! I don't know ANY.BOD.Y. Nada. Zilch. Zero. And I know it will be awkward…just sayin'! I will absolutely try and stop you in the hallway though for a hug!
OH HECK NO?! You must attend the lunch. Right now–this very instant–go sign up. I'll be there. Sarah Markley will be there. See, you already know two people. And this event is about connecting people to people. So do it RIGHT NOW!
hilarious, you arm twister, you! 😉
Someday I'll be able to go to a Catalyst event! And try an In-N-Out burger too!
Dionna, they're the best! SO yummy. Oh, and Catalyst ain't that bad either 😉
I love Tenley and Brian – soooo cool that y'all get to do this 🙂 You're gonna be great!
Thanks Jenny Rain! Your support is awesome 🙂
Yay! I love you, Mon! It's almost our anniversary. Did you remember? We first met at the CCM retreat last february 🙂
Well, I hope you can watch the interviews and get a little bit of the experience 🙂
There's no address posted for the lunch event on the eventbrite link..
Good call, Cindy. I just emailed the coordinator to inform her of this. But for your info, it's on the second floor of the Learning Development Building. Will you be attending the conference???
Gonna try! It's the day I get back from Israel… but I'll let Vicky and Justin know about it.
Great post on Catalyst. I agree. this "authenticity" fad has turned into another way to be fake.
Jeff, thanks so much for your kind words! I totally lagged getting back to you, but I honestly appreciate your encouragement and support!!!
I've already signed up for the Mercy Ministries lunch and I'm going to labs so I have to make sure I make it to yours! I went to the Cat One day they had in Phoenix and could not be more excited for the conference! This year has been a crazy year for me at my church…I got moved up from a part time tech admin to a full time Worship Director & there have been SO many challenges and obstacles along the way. The one day was such a breath of fresh air and encouragement to keep going….can't wait to see what's in store coming up! Hope to see you there! 🙂
YEEEEEE! That's so rad, Britt! I can't wait to meet you. I'm praying for you today that God would move SO magnanimously in your life while you're there. 1 Samuel 3:11
I'm SO excited to meeting you! I'll make sure and look for your beautiful face and say hello. You DO know a soul… ME!
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