Joining God’s Renewing Work: Church Multiplication and Discipleship Event 2026
A nationwide streaming event inviting pastors and church leaders to join what God is already doing
Anderson University will host its annual church multiplication and discipleship event on Feb. 3, 2026, bringing together pastors and lay leaders from across the country for a day of learning, reflection, and inspiration. This year’s theme, Joining God’s Renewing Work, invites participants to focus on the ways God is already at work in the world and how congregations and leaders can faithfully join that work.
The church multiplication and discipleship event has developed over the past three years with an intentional progression. The first year explored the many ways churches grow. The second year centered on cultivating a heart for multiplication within pastors. This year builds on that foundation by shifting the focus outward, encouraging leaders to discern and respond to God’s active work in their own communities and contexts.
“Our annual Church Multiplication and Discipleship event this year focuses on the truth that God is at work in our world and all congregations and leaders have opportunities to join the work,” said Dean Nathan Willowby. “I’m excited to share with groups across the country who are serious about stepping into new mission and ministries of churches multiplying disciples.”
The event will be accessible through streaming sites across the country, allowing both pastors and lay leaders to participate locally while engaging with speakers and content designed to equip and encourage them. Anderson University hopes attendees will not only gain practical insight but also feel inspired to say yes to something God may be nudging them to do within their ministries.
The day will feature three primary presentations from experienced leaders and scholars. Rev. Robert Holt will open with Expanding Circles of Discipleship, followed by Dr. George Evans, who will address Changing Landscape of Renewal. The third presentation, On Mission with the Missionary God, will be led by Anderson University professor, Rev. Dr. Leanne Ketcham. The event will conclude with a question-and-answer session featuring all three speakers.
Together, these sessions are designed to help participants reflect on God’s renewing work and consider practical next steps for disciple-making and ministry multiplication. By offering multiple voices and perspectives, the event creates space for thoughtful engagement and shared learning.
The church multiplication and discipleship event is open to those who are ready to engage seriously with God’s mission and explore how their churches and ministries can join in that work. With its nationwide streaming format, the event offers a meaningful opportunity for leaders to gather, learn, and be encouraged together.
About Anderson University
Anderson University educates students for lives of faith and service, offering more than 50 undergraduate majors, 30 three-year degrees, 18 NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports, alongside adult, graduate, and online programs. The private, liberal arts institution is fully accredited and recognized for excellence in business, computer science, cybersecurity, engineering, music, nursing, psychology, social work, and teacher education programs. Established in 1917 in Anderson, Indiana, by the Church of God, the university remains committed to its Christ-centered mission.
