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National Pastors’ Orientation 2025

March 24 - March 26

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Island Palms - NPO

National Pastors' OrientationThe biennial National Pastors’ Orientation (NPO) is March 24-26, 2025 at the Island Palms Hotel and Marina on Shelter Island in San Diego, Calif.

The NPO, which is sponsored by the USMB Board of Faith and Life, is an important part of any pastor’s development. It provides a chance for new pastors to get to know the USMB family and learn where we came from and where we’re going. Pastors will find encouragement, networking, refreshment and fun. The invitation to attend is extended to any MB pastors new to the pastorate or new to our conference, or if you are a pastoral staff member who has never attended. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend.

The event and lodging will be at the Island Palms Hotel and Marina on Shelter Island in San Diego, Calif. The registration fee will be $450 per person and covers hotel accommodations and all meals and activities. You will need to pay for your travel expenses to San Diego, but transportation in San Diego will be provided.

Registration is live and the deadline to register is Monday, February 24, 2025. Visit the NPO webpage for more details and registration information.

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March 24
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March 26
Event Category:
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Event Tags:
nationalpastorsorientation, npo, npo2025
Website:
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Island Palms Hotel and Marina
2051 Shelter Island Drive
San Diego, CA 92106 United States
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