Dates & Location
March 4-6, 2025
Celebration Church, 555 E Memory LN, Santa Ana, CA
About the Event
The Fresh Start Exchange is a dynamic event designed to inspire and equip leaders engaged with struggling and dying churches. This interactive environment fosters the sharing of practical insights, proven strategies, and personal stories from those navigating the challenges and opportunities of ministry renewal. Whether you’re leading a district with struggling churches, revitalizing an established church, or exploring ways to breathe new life into ministry, the Fresh Start Exchange offers a supportive community where innovative ideas and transformational experiences come together to ignite fresh momentum for the mission. Join the conversation and discover the tools and connections you need for a Fresh Start.
Event Details
Day One:
9:00 - 10:15: Start With Why: Jesus Has a Plan for Every Church
10:15 - 10:30: Morning Break
10:30 - 11:45: Evaluating Where Your Church Stands Today/Church Lifecycles
12:00 - 1:00: Lunch on Site
1:00 - 2:15: SPLIT - Becoming the Leader/Leading Transitions
2:15- 2:30: Afternoon Break
2:30 - 3:45: Stronger Together: Finding Strength through Church Partnerships Pt. 1
4:00 Free for the Rest of the Day & Evening
Day Two:
9:00 - 10:15: Stronger Together: Finding Strength through Church Partnerships Pt. 2 10:15 - 10:30: Morning Break
10:30 - 11:45: Casting a Vision That Inspires Action
12:00 - 1:00: Lunch on Site
1:00 - 2:15: Build Your Dream Team: Inspiring Leaders to Serve With Joy
2:15- 2:30: Afternoon Break
2:30 - 3:45: Fresh Start Sunday: A New Chapter Begins Here
4:00 Free for the Rest of the Day & Evening
Day Three (Half Day):
9:00 - 10:15: Simple Systems for Sustainable Ministry
10:15 - 10:30: Morning Break
10:30 - 11:45: Sustaining Momentum: Big Days, Celebrations, and Next Steps
12:00 Wrap-Up/Head Out
Teachings will be limited to 30 Minutes to allow for 45 minutes of “Discussion Labs”. They are central to the Fresh Start Exchange, offering participants space to reflect, share insights, and apply lessons from each session. In select sessions, District Leaders and Church Leaders will join Affinity Group Breakouts, enabling tailored discussions specific to their roles. This approach ensures focused engagement and equips participants with practical strategies for effective replanting or revitalizing.