By Exclusive Invitation Only

Save The Date:

February 24-26, 2026
The Crossroads Hotel
Kansas City, MO

You are invited.

We are delighted to invite you to Experience Made to Flourish, a thoughtfully curated two-day gathering designed to immerse you in how faith shapes our everyday work and connects us more deeply to God’s redemptive story.

This experience brings together pastors, marketplace leaders, and donors from across the country to explore what it means to live out a biblical vision of vocation in every sphere of life. Through stories shared reflection, and compelling speakers, you will see how our work helps restore shalom by forming whole-life disciples that contribute to the flourishing of families, workplaces, and communities.

Throughout the experience you will witness moments of our annual Residency Gathering, offering a firsthand look at how pastors are being equipped and sent back into their congregations with renewed vision. At other times, you will gather in a close-knit group for purposefully designed sessions that invite reflection, conversation, and connection. You will leave inspired with greater vision for how Made to Flourish is partnering with God in a variety of initiatives to join in God’s redemptive story. It is our pleasure to host you at no cost for this invitation-only experience, including lodging at the highly regarded Crossroads Hotel in downtown Kansas City, along with all meals. Participants are responsible only for airfare and ground transportation.

Meet our speakers:

Andy Crouch

Best-Selling Author & Speaker, Partner at Praxis

Andy Crouch

Best-Selling Author & Speaker, Partner at Praxis

Tom Nelson

Founder & Executive Chairman, Made to Flourish

Tom Nelson

Founder & Executive Chairman, Made to Flourish

Matt Rusten

President, Made To Flourish

Matt Rusten

President, Made To Flourish

Chris and Holly Justice

Co-Founders, Engenious Design

Chris and Holly Justice

Co-Founders, Engenious Design

Marcellus Casey

Chaplain, Kansas City Chiefs

Marcellus Casey

Chaplain, Kansas City Chiefs

Thomas Kim

Founder & CEO, Everclean Car Wash

Thomas Kim

Founder & CEO, Everclean Car Wash

About The Venue

The Crossroads Hotel

Kansas City, MO

The Crossroads Hotel in Kansas City is a stylish and contemporary venue that perfectly integrates luxury with the vibrant soul and culture of the Crossroads Arts District. It occupies the historic Pabst and Pendergrast buildings, showcasing a design that melds the area's rich history with modern flair. The hotel features 132 beautifully appointed rooms with custom furnishings, reclaimed wood floors, and unparalleled city views, offering a unique and comfortable stay.

Hear Inspiring Stories

Hear how business leaders, pastors, and congregations are being transformed by bridging the divide between Sunday worship and Monday work.

Have Engaging Conversations

Network with like-minded Christian leaders committed to advancing God’s mission through their vocations.

Help Shape The Vision

Learn how you can partner with Made to Flourish to empower churches and communities to flourish.

Our Time Together

Tuesday

3:30pm

Welcome & Experience Kick-Off

3:30pm

Welcome & Experience Kick-Off

4:00PM

Opening Session: Faith, Work & the Redemptive Story

Alongside the Pastoral Residency Gathering

4:00PM

Opening Session: Faith, Work & the Redemptive Story

Alongside the Pastoral Residency Gathering

7:00pm

A Private Curated Dinner Experience

Enjoy a thoughtfully curated dinner designed for connection and conversation.

7:00pm

A Private Curated Dinner Experience

Enjoy a thoughtfully curated dinner designed for connection and conversation.

Wednesday

8:00am

Breakfast & Morning Sessions

8:00am

Breakfast & Morning Sessions

12:00pm

Lunch & Private Kansas City Chiefs Stadium Experience

Step behind the scenes at Arrowhead Stadium and explore how faith shapes leadership, culture, and vocation within the Kansas City Chiefs organization.

12:00pm

Lunch & Private Kansas City Chiefs Stadium Experience

Step behind the scenes at Arrowhead Stadium and explore how faith shapes leadership, culture, and vocation within the Kansas City Chiefs organization.

3:00pm

Unhurried Time for Rest & Reflection

3:00pm

Unhurried Time for Rest & Reflection

6:00pm

A Celebration of Community

Join us for an evening alongside the Pastoral Residency Gathering celebrating shared vision, partnership, and the work God is doing through this community.

6:00pm

A Celebration of Community

Join us for an evening alongside the Pastoral Residency Gathering celebrating shared vision, partnership, and the work God is doing through this community.

Thursday

8:00am

Breakfast & Closing Conversation

A final gathering to reflect, pray, and look ahead—concluding by 10:00 AM.

8:00am

Breakfast & Closing Conversation

A final gathering to reflect, pray, and look ahead—concluding by 10:00 AM.

This gathering is intentionally designed with space for conversation, reflection, and meaningful connection.

Kansas City Chiefs Stadium Experience

An Inside Look at Faith at Work

Arrowhead Stadium

Step behind the scenes at Arrowhead Stadium and see how faith and vocation intersect at the highest level of professional sports. The Hunt family—owners of the Kansas City Chiefs—have long viewed their work as part of God’s redemptive story. During this special experience, you’ll enjoy a private stadium tour and hear from the Chiefs’ chaplain about how faith shapes leadership, culture, and life inside the organization.

Stories of Impact

Student Resource Impact

“One of our college students just started working at a sandwich shop. One of the most provocative things he’s taken away so far is how ‘all of work is ministry.’ He completely views his work in a whole new way. His new bosses have already commented that they’ve never had an employee learn the job as fast or work as hard as him, all because of this new perspective from Worked Up.”

Jake

Lead Pastor

Resource Impact

“Asking the questions about ‘thorns and thistles’ at work has brought people to tears, because it gave people permission to admit that work is suffering the effects of the fall and accept that it’s not because they aren’t good enough. Since hearing Matt ask that question, I’ve asked it to countless people, and it’s been a gift to them.”

Robert

Executive Pastor

Practicum Impact

“We’ve had more people come forward for prayer than ever before. It seems to be because our prayer ministry is starting to focus less on what is happening in the 90 minutes that people are in our building and more on the six days that people are living, relating, and working out in God’s world.”

Gary

Lead Pastor

Scatter Impact

“People generally do not make the connection between the work they do and God’s calling. Scatter helped us see that while we often highlight God's calling on clergy, we need to help our congregants who are not pastors see that God has placed a calling on their lives.”

Laura

Senior Leader

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend?
Is there a cost to attend?
What airport should I fly into, and is transportation provided?
What airport should I fly into, and is transportation provided?
Where should I park, and is valet available?
Where should I park, and is valet available?
Can I bring a spouse or guest?
Can I bring a spouse or guest?
What is the dress code?
What is the dress code?
Will there be an opportunity to give during the event?
Will there be an opportunity to give during the event?

Questions?

Contact Roni Leahy at ronil@madetoflourish.org or 404-579-2201.