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PASTORS, BOOT CAMP IS HEADING TO DC — DON'T MISS YOUR FINAL OPPORTUNITY TO REGISTER!

Join Nelson Searcy and Guests as We Take Boot Camp to Washington, D.C. area for the First Time, July 26-28!

Boot Camp is Back with a Brand New Name & a Brand New Dual Focus — Church Growth AND Systems!

Join Pastor Nelson Searcy and Special Guests for this 3-Day LIVE In-Person Boot Camp Where You Will Maximize Your Church’s Systems for Greater Health and Growth.

Wednesday, July 26 (starts at 9:30am) through Friday, July 28 (last day ends at 12:30pm, making it easy to travel out)

Sign up now at the lowest Super Early Bird rates! Plus, for a limited time, register your spouse for FREE and enjoy special rates for teams!

Click Here to Secure Your Spot Now!

Bring your whole team to the Washington, D.C. area for this don’t-miss intensive event where you will dive into the latest and most impactful lessons on the Eight Systems of a Healthy Church^®. You can bring high-capacity volunteers, paid administrative staff and pastoral staff.

Let this event encourage and align your staff to support you in implementing the systems. From these 3 powerful days, you and your team will walk away with a ton of easy-to-implement ideas and clear next steps for maximum growth!

Brand New Teaching: Train Your Entire Team On The 8 Systems For Maximum Church Growth & Health!

✅ Don’t Miss the Most Anticipated Church Growth Training Event of the Year!
✅ Proven Focus on Fast Implementation!
✅ Get Ready to Dramatically Improve Each Church System — with Just Small Tweaks and Very Little Time!
✅ In Person with Super Low Hotel Rates — In a New Location in the Washington, D.C. Area!

Equip Yourself and Your Staff with Nelson’s Latest and Most Impactful Lessons on Each of the 8 Systems for Maximum Health and Growth!

Whether you are brand new to the Eight Systems of a Healthy Church^®, or have been implementing the systems for years, you will get the essential tools you need to GROW like never before.

NELSON WILL SPEND AN HOUR ON EACH SYSTEM:

💡 20 Minutes — Brief overview and check-up on the basic foundation of each system
💡 20 Minutes — New tools & strategies, how God is blessing the system today and what's working in the local church — at The Journey and in Nelson’s coaching networks
💡 20 Minutes — Connection to advanced theme this year — identifying the essential part of each system to maximize your church’s growth

To help you implement the systems, there will be special sessions and Q&A with Nelson and the team. Bonus: Dr. Gary McIntosh will update us on the best and cutting-edge church growth ideas.

Nelson will reveal the latest and most impactful lessons on ALL 8 systems — plus tie each system to church growth principles:

⚙️ Evangelism — What’s working NOW to reach lost people
⚙️ Assimilation — How we move from first-time guests to members
⚙️ Ministry — How we mobilize people and grow the volunteer culture at your church
⚙️ Leadership — How we develop leaders at all levels or your church
⚙️ Worship Planning — How we plan, implement and evaluate our services
⚙️ Small Groups — What’s working now in motivating people to sign up and benefit from their small groups, especially the opportunities of online groups
⚙️ Stewardship — How we develop extravagant givers at our church (and how to avoid fatal flaws during this challenging time)
⚙️ Strategy — Needed now more than ever — how we constantly evaluate and improve our church, including the metrics that really matter and why you may be wasting time on the wrong things

You’ll find something for everyone — no matter what level you’re at in your ministry!

Dear Renegade Pastor,

I’m excited to announce that Boot Camp is back with a brand new theme and location! You’re invited to join me at this intensive training event where I’ll teach all the proven, practical elements of each church system AND the essential part of each system to maximize your church’s growth!

Get ready to dramatically improve each church system — with just small tweaks and very little time!

Join me in Washington, D.C. and bring your team at super low rates. Don’t miss out on this powerful training event — spots are limited so be sure to save your spot today!

Nelson Searcy
Lead “Renegade” Pastor
The Journey Church

P.S. At Systems Boot Camp you’ll enjoy three days of the most impactful, real world, nuts-and-bolts training you and your team can attend to help grow your church!

6 Reasons to Attend This Year's Boot Camp

You'll refresh yourself and equip your staff on the eight systems
Repetition is the mother of learning, and this three-day event will give you a refresher on the basics of each of your church’s systems. You’ll be able to take inventory on what you’re doing right and any key areas that need attention. Remember, where there’s slack, there’s lack.
You’ll catch up on Nelson’s latest and greatest tools and tactics.
You’ll get a sneak peek at what he’s been discovering, testing and refining in his ongoing laboratory, The Journey Church. This includes new elements and applications for your church’s systems that he’ll be revealing for the FIRST TIME at this event.
You’ll find something for everyone, no matter what level you’re at in your ministry.
For beginners, there’s a solid overview of each of the eight systems. For those who are implementing some of the systems, you’ll receive hands-on guidance from Nelson and top coaching alumni. For the advanced, you’ll hear the latest and most recent innovations in systems, plus intensive training on key themes.
You’ll get a shot of adrenaline.
Let's face it, ministry can wear you down. We all need a jumpstart from time to time, and these three days focused on working ON your church, not IN your church will energize and motivate you for a fruitful fall ministry season!
You’ll learn best practices from other successful pastors.
In addition to a review of the basics and the latest Journey learnings, you’ll have the chance to hear what’s working from other pastors from across the country, multiplying your learning and expanding your takeaways from these three days.
You’ll network with other Kingdom-minded pastors.
At this practical church growth training, you’ll have a chance to catch up with old friends and connect with new friends.

Our Boot Camp Speakers

You’re Invited to Join Nelson and Special Guests for a Don't-Miss LIVE In-Person Boot Camp Where You'll Learn the Latest and Most Impactful Lessons on the 8 Systems PLUS Their Connection to Church Growth!

DR. NELSON SEARCY

Founder of RenegadePastors.com

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DR. GARY McINTOSH

Professor of Church Growth and Leadership

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KERRICK THOMAS

Founder of Renegade Executive Pastors Network

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JASON HATLEY

Founder of Renegade Worship Pastors Network

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Plus, you'll hear the latest from our featured elite partner:

James Seawell, from Churchteams

Don’t miss your first chance to register for the 3-day Church Growth and Systems Boot Camp — Now in Washington, D.C.!

Lowest Super Early Bird Rates Available Now!

Click Here to Secure Your Spot Now!

100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE – if you aren’t completely satisfied with the impact of this Boot Camp, just let Nelson know anytime before the end of Day 1 and you’ll be completely refunded.

BONUS 200+ PAGE PHYSICAL COURSEPACK!

At Boot Camp you will also receive a FREE 200+ page spiral-bound course pack packed with Nelson's teachings on the 8 systems and the latest samples and documents that you can edit and use in your own church! This workbook alone is worth your investment in Boot Camp! You will also be able to bring the coursepack back and share it with other members of your staff and key volunteers. Each guest registered will also receive a copy.

Don't miss the most anticipated church growth training event of the year!

Refresh yourself and equip your staff on the eight systems — completely updated for the new reality!
Catch up on Nelson's latest and greatest tools and tactics.
Find something for everyone, no matter what level you're at in your ministry.
Get a jumpstart for the fall season from these three days focused on working ON your church, not IN your church
Shop for the latest resources and tools to help you grow personally and professionally

Bring your whole team for this don't-miss, intensive event where Nelson will reveal the latest and most impactful lessons on each of the 8 systems — with all the adjustments that need to be made in the wake of the pandemic.

Church Growth & Systems Boot Camp FAQs

Meet Dr. Nelson Searcy

Nelson Searcy is the Founding and Lead Pastor of The Journey Church, with locations across New York City and in Boca Raton, FL. By God's grace, he identified and developed the Eight Systems of a Healthy Church^® that he has used to coach over 3,500 churches in the US and around the world to adapt those eight systems to their unique ministry fields, resulting in great health and growth.

Nelson regularly coaches pastors online and in-person through the Church Leader Insights and Renegade Pastors Network ministries that he founded. He also leads several annual pastor in-person conferences and online training events. In ministry for more than 25 years, Nelson and his church routinely appear on lists such as “The 50 Most Influential Churches” and “The 25 Most Innovative Leaders.”

He is the author of over 100 church growth resources and 19+ books, including The Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Life and Ministry, The Difference Maker: Using Your Everyday Life for Eternal Impact, and Fusion: Turning First-Time Guests Into Fully-Engaged Members of Your Church. Nelson is the recipient of the prestigious Donald A. McGavran Award for Outstanding Leadership in Great Commission Research.

He is a longtime student of church history, especially mastering the areas of evangelism and church growth. He divides his time between NYC and South Florida. He battled Stage 4 cancer and has been cancer-free since 2018, praise God! He has an amazing wife, Kelley, and a teenage son, Alexander, who continues to grow in so many ways.

City:
At the 2023 Church Growth and Systems Boot Camp, you’ll join Nelson Searcy and your fellow pastors LIVE in-person at a new location near Washington, D.C.

Venue and Accommodations:
The event will be held at a church hosted by one of our Titanium members and Renegade Pastor Icon Award winners. (You'll get up close and learn directly from this host pastor who has applied all eight systems in his church!) The church is located on the Virginia side near a Metro stop with easy access to local attractions, restaurants and great hotels.

For privacy, security and quality concerns, the exact venue location is revealed only to those who are registered.

Travel:
The host church and nearby hotels are within 25 minute of two major airports: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

If traveling by train, there are several Metro stops close by.

DC is also a ride-share friendly city with Uber and Lyft, so you won't need to rent a vehicle to enjoy your experience, but plenty of rental car agencies are available.

The 2023 Church Growth & Systems Boot Camp runs three days from Wednesday, July 26, starting at 9:30am through Friday, July 28, at 12:30pm (making it easy to travel out the last day). Registrants can also select a bonus museum day on Tuesday, July 25 that features a private bus tour of key sites in Washington, D.C. plus extended time at The Bible Museum and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

YES! Your team can attend at super low group rates. At the current Super Early Bird rates, you can register up to 3 additional staff members for only $79 each (normally $349), or sign up 4 staff members for only $199 total (you get 1 guest registration for FREE)! Any additional team member after my first 4 is just $99 each. Plus you can bring your spouse for FREE! (will be $199 later) See full details in the form below — you'll see that the more who join you, the more you save!

We will provide a full refund for conference cancellations up to 91 days prior to the event. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide refunds for Live Event registrations within 90 days of the event due to operational costs and event location and speaker contracts. Your spot also locks out another pastor from attending. However, your ticket may be transferred to another staff member without penalty.

In the event that the conference must be canceled for circumstances beyond our control (e.g. natural disaster, fire, terrorism, war, infectious disease, government travel restrictions, etc.) registrations are non-refundable. Much like when traveling on vacation or overseas, we recommend consideration of travel insurance to safeguard against loss.

The Renegade Pastors Network with Nelson Searcy provides a 100% Money Back Guarantee — if you aren’t completely satisfied with the impact of this conference after attending and engaging on Day 1, just let Nelson know anytime before the end of Day 1 and you’ll be completely refunded.

Super Early Bird Registration

MAIN SESSIONS
GREAT NETWORKING WITH YOUR FELLOW PASTORS
BRING YOUR SPOUSE – SPOUSE MAY ATTEND FOR FREE!
BRING YOUR TEAM – ONLY $79 EACH OR 4 FOR $199!
ACCESS TO BONUS MUSEUM TOUR DAY IN DC ON TUESDAY (LIMITED SPOTS!)
PRIORITY ACCESS TO SYSTEM BREAK-OUTS
LOWEST HOTEL RATES AVAILABLE
LOWEST AIRLINES RATES AVAILABLE
GREAT GIVEAWAYS

Secure Your Spot Now!

Regular Registration

MAIN SESSIONS
GREAT NETWORKING WITH YOUR FELLOW PASTORS
YOU CANNOT BRING YOUR SPOUSE FOR FREE – YOUR SPOUSE MAY ATTEND FOR $199
YOU CANNOT BRING YOUR TEAM AT LOW EARLY RATES – WILL BE $349 EACH
NO ACCESS TO BONUS MUSEUM TOUR DAY IN DC ON TUESDAY
LIMITED ACCESS TO SYSTEM BREAK-OUTS
LOWEST HOTEL RATE NOT AVAILABLE
LOWEST AIRLINES RATES NOT AVAILABLE
LIMITED GIVEAWAYS

NOT A MEMBER YET OF THE RENEGADE PASTORS NETWORK?

This Conference is Technically for Renegade Pastors Only — But If You are Not Yet a Member, with Your Registration Today You Will Receive a Full Access Membership Pass Through the End of July so You can Try Out the Network! (Plus Get $895.45 in Bonus Resources)

Your test drive includes a limited-time Renegade Pastors silver membership with all benefits and access. You'll have a private membership hub with access to ministry news and insights, live monthly coaching calls with Nelson and over $895.45 of his best-selling church growth resources. PLUS you will get a FREE copy of Nelson’s book The Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Life and Ministry.

Since technically this conference is only for Nelson's network members, you must maintain your membership to attend the Church Growth and Systems Boot Camp. After that you can cancel anytime. If you cancel your membership before the Boot Camp, you may keep your sign-up bonuses, but you will forfeit your spot at the conference.

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Here’s a snapshot of the resources available to you in the Renegade Pastors Network to help you abandon average and reclaim a life of impact and excellence:

Live Coaching Calls

Monthly Leadership Briefing Call.
Today you are receiving a sneak peek of part of the June Briefing Call. This monthly “Pastor to Pastor” call helps you stay one step ahead in your planning as Nelson challenges you and guides you with practical training to maximize your ministry. He will also bring in guest speakers.
Monthly Equipping Interview Call.
On these calls, Nelson interviews other leading authors and church growth experts. He goes in-depth on the topic of their latest book with insights and tips for pastors. Past interviews include Thom Rainer, Mark Batterson Gary McIntosh, Warren Bird, Steve Stroope, Chuck Lawless, Scot McKnight and more!
MP3 recordings are available to download for all calls each month.
Don’t worry if you can’t make the live calls — you won’t miss a thing!

Member-Only Website

A password-protected site where you can access your files, resources and recordings at all times. Plus you will find details on exclusive events and training opportunities, Renegade giveaways, and the ability to submit prayer requests and questions to Nelson.

Leadership Book Summaries

We summarize practical, informative books that will help you in your ministry leadership.
Each summary includes the “Renegade” perspective with how you can apply the learnings to your church.
You have access to over 50 summaries anytime in your Members-Only website.

Email Access to an Expert

A much better alternative to Google!
You will have a private Renegade Pastors email address for Nelson to send in any questions or thoughts and will answer each email directly!

Church Growth Reports

You’ll receive exclusive church growth articles and reports featuring the latest trends and best practices relevant to YOUR ministry.
Jot down easy applications that you can implement immediately in your church!

Monthly Newsletter

A 24+ page printed Renegade Pastors insider, featuring:

Articles and personal updates from Nelson
Your monthly calendar showing important upcoming dates for your ministry
Church Growth Champions biographical reports
Book excerpts
Renegade Pastor stories
Exclusive events

And so much more when you join today!

FREE WELCOME BONUSES WHEN YOU JOIN TODAY (OVER $895.45 IN RESOURCES)

INCLUDING:

FREE 4-Hour AUDIO RESOURCE:
7 Commitments of a Renegade Pastor ($299.95 value)
by Nelson Searcy

The topics covered in this workshop are designed to help you move from mediocrity to meaning in every area of your life — to abandon average and become a Renegade Pastor. You’ll have the opportunity to explore issues of personal and professional growth, such as:

Managing Your Stress Level
Controlling Your Emotions
Dealing with Criticism
Setting Godly Boundaries
Becoming a Better Spouse and Parent
Establishing Healthy Friendships
Developing Strong Church Systems
And more!

You’ll receive this FREE audio resource download as part of your first welcome packet in the mail as well as these special bonuses:

FREE BOOK:
The Renegade Pastor: Abandoning Average in Your Life and Ministry ($19.95 value)

The blueprint of the Renegade lifestyle — this book draws on Nelson’s decades of church leadership experience and is packed with pastor-equipping, effectiveness-building insights and tools you never knew existed.

FREE RENEGADE PASTORS T-SHIRT ($19.95 value)

Wear it proudly — remember you are now part of a community of like-minded pastors committed to abandoining average!

Here's What Other Members are Saying About Nelson's Renegade Pastors Network:

“Renegade Pastors has benefitted me, even as a seasoned pastor with over 35 years in ministry! The five biggest have been in lifelong ministry learning, a vast improvement in our church assimilation, preaching planning, equipping tools for multiplying fully developing disciples, and ongoing coaching and networking to make a kingdom difference to God’s glory.”

‒ Lou Diaz

Evangelical Free Church of Chico in Chico, CA

“My New Year’s resolution was to become a more focused and effective minister for God. I decided that coaching was what I needed. Our church leaders are studying the 8 systems, beginning with Fusion, and we look forward to sharing the Gospel with our neighbors. We can be the church God intends us to be and are grateful for the tools and guidance of the Renegade Pastors Network.”

‒ Karen Bankes

Faith UMC, La Crosse, WI

“I enjoy the nuts and bolts approach. I am a systems/process thinker and the network helps me think through different areas of our church and challenges the way I think about our processes and how I lead/pastor.”

‒ Andy Rainey

Blue Ash Community Church, Blue Ash, OH

“Nelson’s coaching is practical, challenging, and encouraging. It helps fan the flame to persevere because lives matter. We have studied theology, church history, leadership, personal development, family. So he touches on all aspects of the pastor's life. Stop settling for average and do it. The results are almost instant in you and will bear fruit in your ministry as you grow.”

‒ Jason Scheler

Hope Lutheran Church, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

“The Renegade Pastors Network is the single greatest investment you can make towards growing your church. Period.”

‒ Lon Dean

House of Praise, Castleton, NY

Sign up now at the lowest Super Early Bird rates! Plus, for a limited time, register your spouse for FREE and enjoy special rates for teams!

To help you implement the systems, there will be special sessions and Q&A with Nelson and the team. Bonus: Dr. Gary McIntosh will update us on the best and cutting-edge church growth ideas.

You'll refresh yourself and equip your staff on the eight systems

You’ll catch up on Nelson’s latest and greatest tools and tactics.

You’ll find something for everyone, no matter what level you’re at in your ministry.

You’ll get a shot of adrenaline.

You’ll learn best practices from other successful pastors.

You’ll network with other Kingdom-minded pastors.

Super Early Bird Registration

Regular Registration

FREE WELCOME BONUSES WHEN YOU JOIN TODAY (OVER $895.45 IN RESOURCES)

INCLUDING:

Meet Dr. Nelson Searcy