Stay with the story though the gathering has ended
You don’t have to miss Space for Grace.
With S4G+, you can step into the heart of the 2026 Space for Grace & Spiritual Caregivers Conference—engaging the worship, plenaries, and learning experiences that shaped this gathering of faith leaders from across the country.
If you were unable to join us in Cleveland, this is your opportunity to experience what others encountered in real time: thoughtful teaching, honest testimony, and space to reflect on the stories shaping your ministry and community.
If you attended Space for Grace, access to S4G+ was included in your registration as an added benefit. We invite you to revisit what resonated with you or see sessions that you missed.
What you'll experience
S4G+ includes:
- All five plenary and worship services
- The Spiritual Caregivers Luncheon
- The Dinner Cafe
- 16 recorded learning experiences (workshops)
These sessions explore the 2026 theme—Storytelling: Discovering Its Power for Faith Leaders Today—through teaching, testimony, and practice. Across the conference, storytelling emerges not only as a tool but as a way of seeing: a way to interpret experience, bridge differences, and renew the work of ministry.
Many workshops were intentionally recorded to extend their reach beyond the room, making it possible to experience the gathering more fully, whether you are joining now via S4G+ or returning with a fresh perspective.
How it works
Space for Grace has always been more than an event. It is a community shaped by listening, reflection, and honest encounter. S4G+ carries that spirit forward. Here’s how it works:
- Register for S4G+ for the low price of $39.99
- Access on-demand videos through the Conference Mobile App or Attendee Hub
- Begin watching immediately
- Return to watch anytime through August 28, 2026
- No travel or schedule constraints—just engage when you’re ready.
Even if you couldn’t attend in person, you don’t have to miss the connection. S4G+ also invites you to engage with fellow participants through the Space for Grace community on MinistrElife.
We look forward to welcoming you into the experience.
Every faith leader carries stories of hope, resilience, healing, and transformation.
Watch to explore the sacred art of storytelling in ministry. Through worship, plenaries, and interactive sessions, we’ll learn how stories can
- liberate faith from narrow traditions,
- connect people across generations and cultures, and
- transform lives with renewed courage and hope.
Experience diverse voices and discover how storytelling can shape communities and inspire action in today’s church and world.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Why Attend
✨ Renew Your Spirit
Step away from the demands of daily ministry and rediscover your own story in God’s larger narrative. Through worship, reflection, and rest, you’ll find space for grace, healing, and renewal.
🗣️ Learn the Art of Storytelling
Engage in workshops and sessions designed to help you bring stories to life in preaching, pastoral care, and community leadership. Gain tools to use storytelling as a means for liberation, connection, and transformation.
🤝 Connect with a Caring Community
Join pastors, chaplains, spiritual caregivers, and leaders from across the country who share a deep understanding of the joys and challenges of faith-based work. Build lifelong relationships and share wisdom with others on the journey.
💡 Be Inspired by Dynamic Voices
Hear from nationally recognized speakers, storytellers, and ministry leaders whose work embodies faith in action. Each session will deepen your understanding of how stories can move hearts and shape communities.
🌍 Experience Spiritual & Practical Growth
Regardless of your ministry setting, you’ll leave equipped with new perspectives and renewed energy for your calling.
Space for Grace & Spiritual Caregivers Community
Download the new MinistrElife app! MinistrElife is the premiere digital platform and social network created by American Baptist Home Mission Societies to help ministry professionals connect, collaborate, and thrive in community. The app is a safe, supportive space to connect, collaborate, and access resources for both personal and professional growth.
The Space for Grace community now has its own online home on MinistrElife, where participants can continue the conversations that begin at the conference—reflecting, connecting, and growing together between gatherings. It’s the place to stay inspired, deepen relationships, and engage with others who share your passion for transformative ministry. Join the Space for Grace community on MinistrElife today—continue the dialogue and be part of something that lasts beyond the conference!
REMEMBERING SPACE FOR GRACE 2024
Engaging Intergenerational Faith: Creating Space for Grace
The American church is at a crossroads concerning faith transmission across generations. To specifically address the real-life challenges churches face, the American Baptist Home Mission Societies built Space for Grace 2024 around the theme of Engaging Intergenerational Faith: Listen. Learn. Live. This book celebrates the work of the plenary speakers and workshop presenters from the 2024 Space for Grace Conference, exploring the critical issues of active intergenerational faith and making the conference learnings accessible for use in your church. Building on the dynamic presentations from the conference, various authors reflect on the following themes:
Listen. How do we communicate across age, language, and cultural differences?
Learn. What do we learn from one another when we move beyond generational stereotypes?
Live. Building on the previous two topics, how do we move from listening and learning to action?
Read and share these dynamic and powerful contributions of the Space for Grace presenters today!
