Thank You For A Wonderful Conference

We believe our conference was a great success, though a bitter sweet one. It was delight to have Richard Foster, Emilie Griffin and George Skranstad for the few days they were in town. They are genuine people, full of the grace of God, and with an honest and consistent message about God's Grace and how to obtain it.

The one center idea of their message is that Discipleship is not something you try to do, but something you train to do. Whether you attend a conference, or read one of their books, the Renovare group have that one focus.

We know look forward to continue the journey through our spiritual formation small groups.

As I noted in the first sentence, this was a bitter sweet conference for us. On the Saturday night of the Conference we lost on our own to the Lord. Charlie Boetcher was a member of the Steering Committee as a member of the hospitality team. We loved him dearly, as we love his wife, Betty and family. They are in prayers and we hope in yours.

God Bless.

Meeting Richard Foster & the Renvoare team

Last night the steering committee had an opportunity to meet with the Renovare team and Richard Foster over dessert at the home of one of our members. The room was full of laughter, joy and the Spirit. There is always apprehension when meeting a writer and speaker of Richard Foster's stature. Anyone there will testify that Richard and every member of the team are as genuine and warm as the books he write.

Today, March 24, the Renovare Conference begins. You still have time to register for the conference. Registration begins at 3:30 pm at Braddock Street UMC, the conference opens at 5:00, and Richard speaks at 7:00.

This is a time for the renewal of the Spirit in the body of Christ, the church. It starts here, with you. It doesn't matter what domination you attend, we are all Christians who love all and worship one.

The Winchester Star is running a STORY about the Renovare conference that will be held in just another week, March 24, 25 at Braddock Street United Methodist Church. The article includes comments from the conference coordinator Cindy Zirlott, Braddock Street United Methodist Church and George Fletcher, First Baptist Church.

There is still time for you to register. Download our brochure and fill in the registration form, or register at the start of the conference, next Friday, Mar. 24. Early registration begins at 3:30 pm. For more information contact Cindy Zirlott at (540) 662-5367, or by email .

New Sponsor

We would like to thank Riverton UMC for becoming a sponsor.

The conference will start in just a little more than a week. There is still time to pre-register. You also will be able to register at the door if you would like. We are looking to see you soon.

God Bless.

A Note From Richard Foster

Greetings everyone, I am delighted to be coming to Winchester, Virginia to be with you for the Renovare Regional Conference being held here at the Braddock Street United Methodist Church. We are looking to God to be with us and do a work of grace in us. Do join me for this time of worship, study and spiritual renewal.

Peace and joy,
Richard J. Foster

Please Pray With Us

Prayer is communion with God. We ask that you pray with us for the Winchester Regional Renovare Conference, for our speakers Richard Foster, Emile Griffin, and George Skramstad, for those who are seeking a revival in spiritual growth, for the safe journey of those who will come from afar to take part in this wonderful event.

Throughout March we will be praying each day that this Renovare Regional Conference will be pleasing in the sight of God, and it will bless him. If you would like to pray with us, you can download our prayer calendar for the month of March. Click here to obtain the calendar.

More Sponsors

First United Methodist Church
Emmanuel UMC
Berryville Baptist Church
The Book Shelf, Inc.

We praise to our Lord, our many sponsors who are helping to make this seminar possible. God Bless each one.

We are getting closer to the Conference Dates of March 25, 26

Only half of February remains, and the conference dates are drawing near. Also, the early registration date is about to close. Save yourself $15 by registering before March 1, 2006. Download our online brochure and register today. Seating is also limited so make sure that you have a seat today.

We also thank a number of new church sponsors, in particular: Greenwood United Methodist Church and Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.

We also ask that you continue to pray for the success of this conference and that many will feel the Holy Spirit in their lives as they seek a closer relationship to our Lord.