ReFocus Pathfinder Events
What is a Pathfinder?
A Pathfinder is a trained guide who walks alongside pastors and church leaders through the ReFocus process, helping them seek God’s direction and take practical steps toward renewal.
Pathfinders listen well, ask thoughtful questions, and speak truth in love as
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- Churches regain clarity
- Strengthen their ministry
- Reach their neighbors with the gospel.
Interested? Learn more at an Interest Meeting. Ready to dive in? Apply to join a Certification Retreat.
Renewal is a team sport, and no pastor should have to walk that road alone.
Upcoming ReFocus Pathfinder Events
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Upcoming ReFocus Pathfinder Events
What are ReFocus Pathfinder Interest Meetings?
This interest meeting introduces the ReFocus revitalization Pathfinder role and its potential impact across Georgia. ReFocus is a biblical, six step process designed to restore purpose, vibrancy, and health in the local church through assessment, vision clarity, disciple making strategy, leadership development, and practical implementation tools.
Pathfinders help pastors and churches take practical next steps toward renewal through options that include Cohorts, Intensives, and Church Consultation. Participants will learn about the purpose of the Pathfinder role, the skills it requires, the expected commitment, the support provided by Georgia Baptist, and the process for applying. Each meeting runs from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and includes lunch.
Schedule
10:00 - Welcome, introductions, and purpose
10:15 - The why in Georgia and the Pathfinder role
10:30 - What ReFocus is and stories of success
11:15 - Break
11:30 - Commitment, skills, and support
11:45 - Next steps to apply to be a Pathfinder
12:00 - Lunch and Q&A
12:45 - Wrap up and personal next steps
What are ReFocus Pathfinder Certification Retreats?
The ReFocus Pathfinder Certification Retreat is a two-day training experience for approved leaders preparing to serve pastors and churches through revitalization across Georgia.
Participants will receive practical training in shepherding pastors and vision teams through the six ReFocus steps: Discovery, Convergence, Pyramid, Path, Ladder, and Toolkit. The retreat will emphasize biblical renewal, pastoral presence, adaptive leadership, facilitation skills, clear communication, and the ability to speak truth in love.
Certification includes submitting a Pathfinder application, attending and participating in the certification retreat, and co-leading an event while being coached by a certified Pathfinder. Pathfinder certification is directly with Corpus, and the training is provided by the Georgia Baptist Mission Board.
At a Glance
- • Participation is for approved Pathfinder applicants.
- • Space is limited and reservations will be accepted in the order they are received.
- • Lunch will be provided both days.
- • Dinner will be provided on Monday.
- • Coffee and snacks will be available.
- • Lodging will be provided when needed.
- • New Pathfinder applicants will be connected with Corpus concerning the $500 certification fee.
- • Participants must commit to attending both full training days.