Looking to connect and network with other ministry leaders; or seeking a conversation partner or ministry coach?
Ministry can be difficult, rewarding, fun, and exhausting. Thankfully God does not call us into this work alone.
The possibilities listed below will assist as you as you step into the greater connection and find support and encouragement.
Together, we can faithfully and fruitfully live into God’s call as ministry leaders who support and equip Christ’s disciples for the transformation of the world.
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Rev. Dr. Tanya Campen
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Cultivate
Scholarships are available for individuals interested in cohorts, coaching, and spiritual direction opportunities that align theologically with The United Methodist Church.
Explore the opportunities below to deepen your personal spiritual growth and strengthen your discipleship journey.
4 Every Generation Conference
- November 4-6, 2025
- The Gathering McCausland, St. Louis, MO
- Imagine a community where wisdom meets youthful energy—a space where every generation plays a vital role in shaping a fresh, dynamic culture of discipleship. Are you ready to break age barriers and build a faith community where all generations grow, worship, and serve—together? Join us for the “4 Every Generation Conference,” where church leaders, ministry teams, and passionate disciples will reimagine faith formation as a vibrant, intergenerational experience. This intergenerational conference is an evolution of what used to be a Children’s Ministry Forum. The planning team for this event has dialed in on intergenerational approaches to children’s and youth ministries as the focus. This transformative event will engage, equip, and inspire you to cultivate a culture of discipleship that connects all ages in meaningful ways. Don’t miss this opportunity to imagine, wonder, and create a fresh new vision for your church’s future!
- Find more information about this event here.
- Email Rev. Dr. Tanya Campen before you inquire for a chnace to earn an incentive for inquiring!
- Send Rev. Dr. Tanya Campen an email at: tcampen@riotexas.org
RESTORE Coaching Cohorts
- Cost: $495
- RESTORE is a group coaching experience supporting clergywomen in their well-being, leadership, and resilience. This experience includes five group sessions, two individual coaching sessions, and three workshops with trusted well-being professionals. Many participants have used continuing education or clergy care funds to participate.
- Find more information about RESTORE here.
Camino Pilgrimage
- Sep 16, 2025, 6:30 PM -
- Sep 25, 2025, 9:00 AM - Cost: $1,450 registration
+ $350 non-refundable deposit
= $1,800 total for the pilgrimage - The Camino is an ancient pilgrim route that begins in many places around the world. There is a saying that “all roads lead to Santiago”. Our pilgrimage will take place in Spain and we will walk the last 114 kilometers of the Camino Frances.
- Find more information about the pilgrimage here.
Spiritual Direction Groups
- Groups start in August 2025
Online twice a month - Cost: $300 for 13 gatherings
- For Clergy, Ministry Professionals, Therapists, Chaplains, Spiritual Directors & Contemplatives
- Find more information about Spiritual Direction Groups here.
Coaching
- Book a one-hour coaching session with Rev. Dr. Tanya Campen for strategic reflection and personal or professional growth.
- Tanya has completed her ICF certification and is now working to complete more hours of coaching.
- Find more information about the International Coaching Federation Certification here.
- All requested sessions are free of charge. Tanya works to ensure all coaching sessions follow the ICF code of ethics.
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