Lead Like Jesus: January Conference for Ministry Leaders

Pastors, church staff and ministry leaders are invited to “Lead Like Jesus: An Illumin8 Collective Conference,” Jan. 26–28, 2027, at Abiding Hope Church in Littleton, Colorado. Registration is open, with a $350 early registration rate through Nov. 26, 2026; the price increases to $395 afterward.

The three-day gathering will feature keynote speaker the Rev. Rebekah Simon-Peter, a United Methodist minister, author and leadership coach whose work focuses on church renewal. Participants will explore spiritual renewal, congregational vision and practical approaches to leadership, worship, and youth and family ministry.

The conference also includes time to build relationships and will launch small peer cohorts for continued support after the event. For Lutheran leaders, these opportunities connect with our understanding of ministry as a shared vocation, grounded in God’s grace and lived in service to our neighbors.

Daily registration is available for $100 Tuesday or Thursday and $150 Wednesday. Discounted hotel reservations must be made by Dec. 26, 2026.

View conference details, the schedule and registration options.

Resources for ministry year-round

Illumin8 Collective also offers free resources, including worship liturgies, youth activities, videos and leadership podcasts. Congregational leaders across the Grand Canyon Synod can explore these materials whether or not they attend the conference.

Explore Illumin8 Collective’s ministry resources. For conference questions, contact Glenn Hecox.