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I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ. Ephesians 3:16-18

What a privilege it is that Christ dwells in our hearts and lives! When we experience His infinite love for us, our lives are truly changed. We desire to serve and follow Him. We commit to His mission. We are transformed.

In ECO, one of the measures of a flourishing church is one that expects disciple making. Yet, so many of us are struggling with our own discipleship, let alone encouraging others along the journey. We are still navigating changes brought on by the pandemic. We are tired from enduring countless hardships in our own lives, the lives of others, and in our country. Yet here in Ephesians, Paul reminds us that God has strengthened us with His power through His Spirit as he dwells in us and we dwell in Him.

We’d love to have you join us in Newport Beach as we gather with the goal of deepening our discipleship and growing closer to Jesus. Together may we be energized by knowing how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ!

What Can You Expect from a National Gathering?

For ECO pastors and leaders, this is our favorite week of the year to connect with friends and colleagues from all over the country.

We are grateful to get to hear from the best of the best! Our speakers will inspire, encourage, challenge, and change you.

See this year's speakers here

Often everyone's highlight of the gathering. It is a glimpse of heaven when we worship our living God together!

Learn from leading practitioners, theologians and church leaders who will help you take your flourishing next step in life and ministry.

Check out what attendees have to say about the National Gathering

Family and Student Ministry Director, CA

I showed up to ECO's National Gathering because I was invited, but I stayed because I felt welcomed and embraced into a group of ministry leaders who have their focus fixed on Jesus, and who truly wanted everyone to have the tools and network in ministry to run the race with perseverance. Every year I leave with a grateful heart for the leadership and relationships in the ECO family, as well as with practical ideas for spiritual health and ministry strategy.

Pastor, Ohio

National Gatherings have been a great place for me to build a network of other ECO pastors/friends, be introduced to impactful, practical speakers and resources, enjoy the fellowship and community of like-minded Christians, and build my stash of great ECO swag! And let’s be honest—a rocking closing party that you’d be crazy to miss out on! Five stars—totally recommend!

Pastor, Florida

"It’s like a family reunion that you actually want to go to! The speakers/breakout sessions are deeply formative, but the hallway conversations are my favorite part. I always leave encouraged that I’m not alone".

Church Staff Leader, Ohio

"There was something for everyone! Nothing beats the fellowship and connections made over the week. I had wonderful conversations with people from all over the country. God is doing some pretty incredible things!"

Pastor, Texas

There was nothing like being surrounded by hundreds of my ECO brothers and sisters in exalted praise. Particularly with the divisions in our country, the unity and passion in worship truly restored my soul.