leaders' retreat 2025
Refresh is more than a break from routine, more than just another meeting at KingsGate. This is a space to pause, to be recharged, refilled, inspired and ultimately encounter God in fresh and powerful ways.
Imagine stepping away from the everyday demands to soak in encouragement, where your spirit can be revived and where the calling on your life is strengthened.
Also, there's pizza.
We really believe God is ready to move significantly over this weekend – both in us, and through us – so come expecting to meet with Him. We're excited for all He will do!
friday
6:30pm
Pizza and drinks
7:30pm
Main session
9:15pm
Evening hangout
saturday
8:45am
Breakfast (pastries & bacon butties)
9:30am
Main session starts
11am
Break
11:15am
Ministry 1-1s begin
Time slots will be allocated separately
11:30am
Seminars
12:30pm
Lunch
1:45pm
Final session
~ 3:15pm
Close
seminars
Be Still
Daniel and Rosy Cole
CARMICHAEL
11:30am
Notes coming soon
In a world that’s constantly moving, how can we experience true stillness? This seminar is for anyone—whatever your personality, life-stage, or circumstances—who longs to cultivate inner peace in all seasons and stay anchored in Jesus.
Be Together
Panel with Simon Benn
CAREY
11:30am
Notes coming soon
In a world where individualism and loneliness are taking over, how do we cultivate biblical community and experience church family in a way that transcends biology, generations, and nations? Come and hear from a panel of people sharing how we can navigate the highs and lows together across different seasons of life.
Be Intentional
Video from Craig Groeschel
SEYMOUR
11:30am
Notes coming soon
Building great habits into our life and leadership is key, and here our team will be hosting live discussions based around inspiring and thought-provoking video content from pastor and leadership expert Craig Groeschel.
Be Bold
Phil Timson
BAILEY and off-site
11:30am
Notes coming soon
If the thought of getting out of your comfort zone energises you and you're hungry to experience the power of the gospel first hand, this is for you. Come and be inspired and equipped to reach others with the good news of Jesus, then test it out! This session will start in the KingsGate building and then head out into the city centre to actually DO THE STUFF, witnessing and reaching out to people. You'll receive a packed lunch and be back in time for the afternoon session.
Intro to Leadership: +1 guests
Josh Gardiner
CARMICHAEL
12:45pm
This is for all of you who have been invited by someone as a "plus-one" guest. Josh will help explore what it means to be a KingsGate Leader, and help you take your next steps into leadership