South Atlantic and Puerto Rico Region
Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Puerto Rico
Upcoming Events
What is the "Come Find Rest" event?
"Come Find Rest" is a weekend designed to nurture both spirit and vocation. Rooted in the themes of sabbath and renewal, this gathering weaves together collaborative singing, meaningful workshops, and intentional time for connection. Participants will explore how practices of rest can be thoughtfully integrated into the rhythm of ministry, leaving refreshed, encouraged, and equipped to lead with renewed purpose.
Why Attend?
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Return to your ministry with practical, sustainable rhythms of sabbath you can immediately incorporate into your weekly work
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Reconnect with your calling through space that nurtures both your spiritual life and your creative leadership
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Experience the renewal that comes from stepping away from constant demands and into intentional rest
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Gain fresh ideas and perspectives for leading worship that is grounded, thoughtful, and life-giving
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Build meaningful relationships with fellow church musicians and worship leaders who understand the unique challenges you carry
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Leave encouraged, supported, and re-energized for the work you are called to do
What to Expect
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Restorative singing experiences that create space for renewal while reconnecting you to the joy of making music together
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Meaningful opportunities to connect with fellow church musicians and worship leaders who share the rhythms and challenges of ministry
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Thoughtful workshops centered on sabbath, offering practical ways to cultivate rest within your life and leadership
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Fresh perspectives on shaping worship that is grounded, sustainable, and life-giving for both leaders and congregations
What is the "Rooted & Renewed" event?
"Come Find Rest" is a weekend designed to nurture both spirit and vocation. Rooted in the themes of sabbath and renewal, this gathering weaves together collaborative singing, meaningful workshops, and intentional time for connection. Participants will explore how practices of rest can be thoughtfully integrated into the rhythm of ministry, leaving refreshed, encouraged, and equipped to lead with renewed purpose.
Why Attend?
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Discover practical ways to strengthen intergenerational worship in your congregation.
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Learn how liturgy and music can create deeper connections across all ages.
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Gain fresh ideas and resources to engage children, youth, and adults more fully in worship.
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Share experiences and collaborate with pastors, musicians, and worship leaders from across the region.
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Leave inspired with new tools to honor tradition while embracing meaningful growth and participation.
What to Expect
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Engaging workshops focused on intergenerational worship, liturgy, and music.
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Practical resources and ideas you can bring back to your congregation right away.
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Opportunities for shared singing, worship, and creative collaboration.
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Meaningful conversation with pastors, musicians, and church leaders from across the region.
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Time for reflection, connection, and renewed vision for worship in your community.
Event Planning Team
Samuel Carlton
First Presbyterian Church Lakeland, Florida
Vicki Fey, CCM
First Presbyterian Church DeLand, Florida
Ronald Hatley
First Presbyterian Church Lakeland, Florida
Steve Fey, CCM
First Presbyterian Church DeLand, Florida