PORTLAND, OR — There’s no question this has been one of the most difficult years in history, and pastors and church leaders have not been immune to this pain. Many are struggling to keep perspective, stay encouraged, and lead their churches well.

In an effort to bring unique encouragement and support to pastors during this difficult time, the Luis Palau Association is hosting a free online pastor’s gathering on October 29. This online event, called RE:NEW Talks – Real Conversations for Pastors and Leaders Right Now, will feature respected leaders from all over the nation, sharing their own personal advice and encouragement of leading during this global crisis. Speakers will include Craig Groeschel, Dr. Tony Evans, Luis Palau, Bob Goff, Lee Strobel, John Mark Comer, Wendy Palau, David Platt, and Michael Kelsey. It will also incorporate worship from Hillsong United and Matt Redman and a powerful message of encouragement from Andrew Palau.

“We know that now can be an especially hard time for pastors and leaders,” shared Andrew Palau, “that’s why this event is so important — we all need encouragement, and we want to bless pastors and leaders with this event.”

The Palau team has already enlisted the partnership of many churches and non-profit organizations, including America Prays, City Gospel Movements, Global Network of Evangelists, Pray America, and Promise Keepers.

To register for this special gathering, or to learn how you can partner in this work, go to www.palau.org/renew.

With the Palau Association’s international travel on hold amidst the current worldwide pandemic, the team is channeling much of its resources and experience to multi-media platforms. In recent months, it has hosted two massive online festivals called Stories of Hope and Sí Hay Esperanza, reaching millions of people in English and Spanish-speaking countries. The Palau team has also seen the number of online decisions for Jesus more than double through their Hope with God website and social media community since the COVID-19 outbreak began.

ABOUT THE LUIS PALAU ASSOCIATION — For more than 60 years the Luis Palau Association has existed to proclaim the Good News, unite the Church, and impact cities worldwide. In addition to citywide evangelistic festivals and an ever-growing global network of evangelists, the team also uses a far-reaching media ministry including online Bible training and daily radio shows on 5,539 radio outlets in 59 countries and a social media community of nearly 20 million followers hearing daily Gospel messages and encouragement. The Palau Association has had the opportunity to work with thousands of churches in hundreds of cities around the world, including nine top global cities: London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Chicago, Moscow, Madrid, Mexico City, Buenos Aires, and Washington D.C. They also have strong international experience with extensive ethnic and cultural understanding.

CONTACT: Jay Fordice, 503-614-1572

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