Courageous Dialogues emerged out of the Annual Conference 2022 session. The dialogues are designed to create sacred space where clergy and laity can share their stories with one another. Dialogues will be offered for districts, but if you cannot attend on your district date, you are welcome to attend a different session.
Our Core Values for the Courageous Dialogues:
Centered in Jesus’ calling to love others and see in every face the face of Christ
Courageous/safe conversations
Authenticity & Respect
Attentive Listeners - not trying to "fix" people
Framework: Maturing and growing in God's love together (sanctification); guided by the Wesleyan Quadrilateral (scripture; tradition; reason & experience)
Hear each other's heart/share the journey
Stop the "flight or fight" response and provide space for connection
We hope to provide a model for the local church & individuals
Open-mindedness & outward mindset (seeing the other as fully human)
Appreciation for diversity in complex perspectives
Date/Location Information:
Innabah (South & East Combined): October 24
Pocono Plateau (North): Nov 14
Gretna Glen (West): February 7, 2023
Registration Cost Information:
$20.00 to cover meal costs
Full scholarships available
Young adults (under 30) free
If you would like to stay at the camp from Sunday night through Monday morning, please contact the camp directly and arrangements will be made for Sunday night lodging.