• How do I register for the 2-day Gathering?

  There are a few simple steps to register for a 2-day gathering event!  First, create an account for the Thrive hub, here. OR log into your existing hub account if you already have one, here. Once you're logged into your Thrive hub account, you need to register for this gathering event. On the left dashboard, under the Gatherings dropdown, click on the title of the event. Next, select the block yoFew readers

• What is the 2-day Gathering schedule?

  To accommodate different time zones, our 2-day gathering schedule offers two different block options, with the same sessions offered in each block. You will choose one block to participate in. Each block includes four 2-hour workshop-style teaching sessions, one 45-minute worship session, and one 45-minute community time. In total, attendees will experience 9.5 hours of offerings at the 2-day gathering! Day 1 consists of 2 (two-hour) teaching sessions and one (45-minute) worship session. DayFew readers

• Can I attend sessions in both blocks?

  Unfortunately, no. During registration, you will be asked to choose one block to participate in. Please select the block that fits best with your schedule and time zone. Yellow block: 6am - 12pm MST on Day 1 6am - 12pm MST on Day 2 Blue block: 6pm - 12am MST on Day 1 6pm - 12am MST on Day 2 Once your registration is complete, the schedule on your registration page will only display the sessions in your block selection. During the event, you will quickly start seeing familiar faces and get toFew readers

• What is the time commitment? Do I need to attend every session live?

  When registering for the 2-day Gathering, you will select one block on the schedule (yellow block or blue block) to participate in. Each block includes four 2-hour workshop-style teaching sessions, one 45-minute worship session, and one 45-minute community time. In total, attendees will experience 9.5 hours of offerings at the 2-day gathering! Day 1 consists of 2 (two-hour) teaching sessions and one (45-minute) worship session. Day 2 consists of 2 (two-hour) teaching sessions and one (45-minutFew readers

• What type of content and structure should I expect at the 2-day Gathering?

  Sessions will be workshop-style with teachings from the speakers; exercises for self-discovery and application (including personal assessments, polls, quizzes, pauses for reflection, journaling prompts, and more); and will utilize Zoom's breakout rooms feature so you can meet with other women for smaller group connection, reflection, and discussion on a deep level. Each session will be engaging and interactive, encouraging you to reflect, discover, work through, and apply the teachings to your oFew readers

• Who can attend the 2-day Gathering?

  All women working cross-culturally are welcome! While Thrive is a Colorado-based ministry and our virtual events have been crafted with North American women serving overseas in mind, so much of the content is applicable to all women serving outside of their home culture. All are welcome to experience the Father’s love and care. Also, our virtual events do not count toward Thrive's policy that states you may attend a Thrive retreat every five years. Our virtual events are separate from our retreFew readers

• How much does the 2-day Gathering cost?

  The first 50 registrants will receive early bird pricing of just $25 so hurry to be among the first to register! After the first 50 registrants, the price will be $35. At either price, we pray this opportunity for teaching, growth, and community is more than worth it! But sign up early for the best deal!Few readers

• How is the 2-day Gathering different than a 5-day Gather event?

  If you've attended one of Thrive's 5-day virtual Gather events, you know that they are five days, with teaching sessions offered virtually around the clock on all different topics, facilitated by many different speakers. 5-day Gather events also offer 1-on-1 appointments and daily small groups. Our 2-day virtual gathering events are an intensive into one topic, providing workshop-style sessions on the topic of the event. Sessions are scheduled for two hours to provide time for teaching, personaFew readers

• Will there be 1-on-1 appointments and small groups at the 2-day gathering?

  Our 2-day Gathering event schedule does not include 1-on-1 appointments. Each 2-day gathering session will include opportunities to connect with other women in breakout groups for smaller group connection, reflection, and discussion on a deep level. You will meet with the same small group of women in each session. We would love for you to attend our next available 5-day Gather event, where we will offer one-on-one appointments!Few readers

• Will the sessions be recorded?

  Pending internet connection and video quality, we plan to record each session for those who cannot participate live, and for you to rewatch the sessions any time after the event. Session recordings will be made available in the Hub to registered event participants within a few hours of the session. Session recordings will be available in the hub forever, and will not expire. Knowing the sessions will be recorded, those attending sessions with security concerns can turn off their video, adjuSome readers

• How long will the recordings be available?

  Session recordings will be available in the hub forever to registered participants, and will not expire. Enjoy!Few readers

• Do I need to register for the individual sessions?

  Once you register for the 2-day gathering, you do not need to sign up for the individual sessions. You will be automatically registered for each session in the block you chose and therefore have access to the Zoom links for all sessions in that block.Few readers

• Can I pay for someone else's 2-day Gathering registration?

  Yes! Thank you for your generosity to gift this 2-gathering event to a woman you know working cross-culturally! You will first need to confirm the block (yellow or blue) that the person you want to gift would like to attend. Then, click the "gift the experience" button on our landing page and fill out the form for the block they want to attend.Few readers

• Someone paid for my 2-day Gathering registration. How do I sign up?

  If someone gifted you this 2-day Gathering, you should have gotten an email from us. Please follow these steps: Login to your account at https://hub.thriveministry.org/login Fill in your personal information Click on the event you are registering to When you register for an event, it will not ask you for payment because someone gifted it to you. If you have any questions, please contact us.Few readers

• What do I need to attend the 2-day Gathering?

  To attend, all you will need is a computer, tablet, or phone with access to the internet and a free Zoom account.* We will provide you with a Gathering Guide, which is a PDF booklet that includes an event schedule, daily devotions, reflection questions for you to work through, note pages, and more! You can print it out or reference it digitally. You may also want your Bible and a journal and writing utensils for additional note-taking and reflection space. *Please create a free Zoom account uFew readers

• Zoom Common FAQ's

  + How do I launch Zoom and participate in the sessions? Under each session you’ve registered for in the hub, the Zoom link is available. You will also receive an email reminder one hour before each session you’ve registered for that contains a link to the hub detail page for that session. Click this link, then the zoom link on the session page to join the meeting at the scheduled time. Note: Closing any applications you don't need for the meeting with improve the quality of your connection.Some readers

• What security measures are you taking for the 2-day Gathering?

  We will utilize Zoom for all sessions. Our team has done extensive research on the security of Zoom, knowing how important this is for our participants! We will be taking all necessary precautions to offer the most secure experience, including limiting which global data centers Zoom can route through, utilizing the waiting room screening feature, monitoring the participants signed into the sessions, and ensuring each session has a host with full host controls. You can also choose to turn your caFew readers

• Does the 2-day Gathering count toward Thrive's policy of one retreat every five years?

  No. Our virtual events do not count toward Thrive's policy that states you may attend a Thrive retreat every five years. Our virtual events are separate from our retreats and won't affect your future retreat registrations. If it hasn't been five years since your last Thrive retreat, you are welcome to come, too! If you attended previous Gather events we would also love to have you join us for the current event!Few readers