Join us for an uplifting two-day Christian care conference dedicated to pouring and investing into the souls of leaders in North Iowa, reigniting their passion for God and His incredible work in our lives.

Experience a revitalization of faith and fellowship that empowers Christians throughout North Iowa for the journey ahead! This is an opportunity to grow in your faith, connect with others, and worship together in a supportive environment.

Friday: 6-8pm  •  Saturday: 8am-3pm
Doors open each day 30 minutes before event
The Dock
500 Main Ave  •  Clear Lake, Iowa

Take a moment to breathe and be rejuvenated. Spend time with other Christians who are passionate about serving and supporting one another. This is an opportunity to foster connections that will encourage and strengthen your ministry.

Life's journey is filled with peaks and valleys. Gather with fellow Christians who understand the path, as we lift our hearts in praise, worship, and gratitude to our Creator!

In this care conference, we focus on pouring hope into our community through the transformative message of the Gospel. Together, we will seek to display God’s glory through families and individuals committed to serving His purpose.

Josh Edwards is a missionary/worship leader/communicator from Wells, MN. He leads a ministry called CONNECT, which connects people to God through worship, teaching and equipping. Josh has been ministering to the Body of Christ across the nation for the past 20 years.

He loves spending time with his sweet wife Megan, and his 3 awesome kids; Ezra, Aiden, and Josie.

You can find Josh’s solo music or his band SOUND OF THE NORTH on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.

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Per is a passionate follower of Jesus whose understanding of faith was shaped most significantly through an encounter with Jesus in 1978 while in treatment for drug addiction. He is guided by the extensive and practical implications of his life verse, John 7:38, “Out of the believers’ heart shall flow rivers of living water.” Per has been married to his high school sweetheart, Mary, for 37 years. Together they have raised two children, Bjorn and Kristian. After graduating from Luther Seminary in 1990, Per served Good Shepherd Lutheran in Scotia, NY followed by Prince of Peace Lutheran in Burnsville, MN. In 2002 he worked to plant Community of Hope Church in Rosemount, MN and served as Lead Pastor there for 17 years. Presently, Per is the Executive Pastor of Campus Ministry at Hosanna Church, Lakeville. He also serves as the President of The Master’s Institute Seminary and is cofounder of The Dunateo Group a consulting and coaching company focused on assisting individuals expand their capacity to lead. Per rounds out his schedule with hobbies of exercise, bow hunting and reading.

Fun fact: Per has two new grandsons!

DeAnn and her husband Brian Carpenter are the Co-Founders of a non-profit called “Refuge Foundation.” They help serve leaders all over the world, inspiring rest and renewal in the area of burn- out. She believes deeply in supporting and celebrating others. She writes, teaches, and serves toward
that end. She is the author of a book called, “Throwing Confetti, becoming a voice of hooray in a hurting world.”

DeAnn helps with staff development in their servant academy discipleship program at Refuge and is the Women’s Director of Refuge W.I.L.D. Where she guides women toward deeper living with God and each other.

DeAnn and her family currently reside in Billings, MT. She spends her free time running around with her two kids, Asher and Ruby.

deanncarpenter.com
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Pastor Kaleb Hurley is the Lead Pastor of Hope Church in Albert Lea, Minnesota. He planted Hope alongside his bride Kristy 10 years ago after God put on their heart the need for a church who would fill the gap by reaching those who are lost, caring for the broken, and developing fully committed followers of Jesus. Pastor Hurley was raised up in Reign Ministries after God transformed his life in a 180º way and later called into local church ministry.

Kaleb and Kristy have been married 16 years and have three wonderful children.

Stay tuned for more speakers!