Becca Stevens
The Rev. Becca Stevens is an author, speaker, Episcopal priest, social entrepreneur, founder and president of Thistle Farms in Nashville, Tennessee. She is notable for founding Magdalene in 1997, now called Thistle Farms, to heal, empower, and employ female survivors of human trafficking, prostitution, and addiction.
Becca balances the practical and divine with an inspirational voice in the huge choir of people championing the work for a more loving, compassionate, and just world.
Fearless of the exponential growth of her work, she challenges social norms and inspires women to step up for each other - with grace, generosity, vitality, spirit, and love.
A.J. Swoboda
A.J. Swoboda (PhD, Birmingham) is associate professor of Bible, theology and World Christianity at Bushnell University and lead mentor for the Doctor of Ministry Program at Fuller Theological Seminary on the Holy Spirit and Leadership. He is the author of many books, including After Doubt (Brazos). He lives and works on an urban farm in Eugene, Oregon.
Engage 2023 Schedule
First Presbyterian Church, Santa Barbara
21 E Constance
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Friday PM
7:00PM
Welcome and Announcements
Worship
Becca Stevens, Speaker
Q&A and Prayer
Saturday AM
9:00AM
Welcome
Worship
A.J. Swoboda, Speaker
Q&A and Prayer
Morning Breakouts
Lunch
Saturday PM
1:00PM
Becca Stevens, Speaker
Afternoon Breakouts
Commissioning
Closing
4:30PM Conference Ends