Grow 2026

An Intense
Pursuit of God

MARCH 22-24, 2026

Grow is a three-evening gathering where our church family sets aside focused time to seek God together through biblical teaching, worship, fasting, and prayer. We'll slow down, open God's Word, and ask Him to deepen our hunger for Him—not just our activity for Him.

What to
Expect

Main sessions
Main Sessions

Christ-centered teaching and responsive worship. These evenings are designed to lift your eyes from the noise of everyday life and renew your awe of God.

Fasting and Prayer

Step into a church-wide fast with simple guidance, daily prayer prompts, and room to hear from God. Whether you've never fasted before or haven't in years, you'll find clear, practical ideas for how to lay something down so you can seek God with greater focus.

Fasting and prayer
Shared pursuit
Shared Pursuit

You won't be doing this alone. Members, attenders, students, and families gather side by side, asking God to move in us as a people. The atmosphere is expectant, honest, and encouraging—like a family coming together to say, "We want more of Him."




Schedule

Sunday, March 22

3:30 pm
Doors Open
4:00 pm
Main Session 1 Begins

Monday, March 23

9:00 am
Auditorium Open for Prayer
12:00 pm
Auditorium Open for Prayer
6:30 pm
Main Session 2 Begins

Tuesday, March 24

9:00 am
Auditorium Open for Prayer
12:00 pm
Auditorium Open for Prayer
6:30 pm
Main Session 3 Begins



The Speakers

Three Main Sessions. Three Attributes of God.

Veritas Church · Iowa City, IA

Jeff Dodge

The God Who Speaks

Jeff Dodge

Redemption Church · Minneapolis, MN

Drew Stevenson

The Aseity of God

Drew Stevenson

Veritas Church · Iowa City, IA

Mark Arant

The Infinite Happiness of God

Mark Arant


Frequently Asked Questions


We’d love for you to be part of all three nights—Grow is meant to be a shared pursuit as a church family. If you can’t make the whole thing, come to what you can. You may miss some of the unique benefit of doing this together, but you can still participate in a meaningful way.
  • Watch the main sessions online: We’ll livestream the main sessions only.
  • Pray along during the week: Opt in to the daily prayer prompts so you can join the church-wide prayer rhythm even if you can’t be in the building.
  • Drop in for prayer when you’re able: The auditorium will be open for prayer on Monday and Tuesday during the daytime windows listed on the schedule.
If you’ve never fasted before, you’re not behind—just start simple. The best way to learn is to take a first step.
  • Start small: Consider fasting from one meal, one day, or one type of food before trying something bigger.
  • Pick a plan you can sustain: Choose a fasting approach that fits your season of life, work demands, and health realities.
  • Use the resources we’ve provided: We’ve put together practical guides to help you think through your approach and prepare well.
Registration is only required for each child staying in childcare.
Yes—childcare is available for infants through 2nd grade during the evening main sessions only. Please register each child ahead of time so we can plan and staff well.

Kids 3rd grade and older will join their parents in the main sessions.
Kids can absolutely participate in Grow—at their level and as part of what our church family is doing together.
  • Main Sessions: Bring a notebook and encourage them to write or draw one thing they learned about God each night.
  • Prayer: Use the daily prayer prompts as a family at a set time each day—or bring them with you during the open-auditorium prayer times.
  • Fasting: Keep it age-appropriate. For most kids, a great option is a non-food fast (screens, sweets, treats, a favorite activity) and using that moment to pray.
Yes—we’ll livestream the evening main sessions only.
We’ll share parking details closer to the event (including any payment information) so you know exactly where to go.
Try texting "Start" to 319-450-0737.