2025 Messy Reformation Conference
"The Spiritual Heart of a Reformed Church" | April 28-30, 2025
"The Spiritual Heart of a Reformed Church"
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Conference Purpose:
The purpose of this conference is to explore the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in shaping and reforming the church. Drawing from Herman Bavinck’s reflections on ecclesiology, the conference will focus on the church’s spiritual essence, government, and power. Attendees will engage in interactive workshops that encourage both theological reflection and practical application, aimed at strengthening local congregations in their mission.
This conference will dive into key areas of ecclesiology, focusing on the Spirit’s role in creating and renewing the church community. Bavinck’s theological framework will provide the foundation for all sessions.
Schedule
Monday
12:00 PM – Check-In/Registration/Free Time
5:30 PM – Supper
7:30 PM – **Opening Plenary: "The Spirit Creates New Community"
9:00 PM – Networking Session
Tuesday
7:00 AM – Breakfast
8:30 AM – Interactive Workshop 1: "The Church’s Spiritual Essence"
-10:00 AM – Snack & Stretch Break
10:30 AM – Interactive Workshop 2: "The Church’s Spiritual Government"
12:30 PM – Lunch
1:30 PM – Free Time
5:30 PM – Supper
7:00 PM – Interactive Workshop 3: "The Church’s Spiritual Power"
9:00 PM – Networking Session
Wednesday
7:00 AM – Breakfast
8:30 AM – Interactive Workshop 4: "The Spirit's Means of Grace: Proclamation, Baptism, and the Lord’s Supper"
10:30 AM – Snack & Stretch Break
11:00 AM – Closing Plenary: "Spiritual Reformation in the CRCNA"
Workshop Structure
Each interactive workshop will follow this format:
Introduction & Teaching (20-25 minutes) - Brief teaching introducing the theological focus of the workshop.
Small Group Discussion (20-25 minutes) - Attendees discuss the teaching in small groups, using guiding questions to reflect on their own experiences.
Large Group Discussion (20 minutes) - Small groups share their insights with the larger group, followed by moderated discussion.
Application to Local Congregations (20-25 minutes) - Attendees brainstorm and plan practical steps to apply the workshop’s theme in their own congregations.
Closing Prayer (5 minutes)
Logistics
Venue:
Green Lake Conference Center, W2511 State Rd. 23, Green Lake, WI 54941
Phone: (920) 294-3323
Dates: April 28-30, 2025
Early Bird Deadline: February 15 ($75 after)
Costs:
Registration $50 before February 15th
Rooms Rate: $107 per night
Meal Cost: $75
Total Cost: $232 (if sharing a room with another person)
Speakers/Facilitators: The Messy Reformation Team