Tapestry Registration
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Join us in beautiful Spencer, Tennessee, just outside Nashville. You'll get to know other LGBTQ folks who love Jesus and long for spaces like this where you are fully accepted. During the retreat, we'll enjoy community, fun, prayerful reflection, and exploring together what it means to have a relationship with God.
May 30-June 1, 2025
$250
Friday 5 pm - Sunday 1 pm
Spencer, TN
Special Guest Speaker & Worship Leader
Brent Bailey
Brent is an associate pastor at LaSalle Street Church, an independent church in Chicago. He grew up in the Houston area and completed his undergraduate and M.Div. studies at Abilene Christian University. Brent lives in the city with his husband, Steve Slagg, and their dog, Hank, short for "Henri Nouwen," who was a role model for the kind of contemplative spirituality and compassionate service Brent aspires to.
Steve Slagg
Steve is co-worship leader at Urban Village Church in Wicker Park, Chicago. He studied music, writing and theology at Wheaton College, and since 2011 has been living and performing in Chicago as a friendly neighborhood singer-songwriter. He plays widely with local bands and artists as a live and session musician (usually keyboards, occasionally guitar). On Sundays when he’s not at UVC, he’ La Salle Street Church, where Brent is an associate pastor.
What to Expect
Tapestry retreats are transformative for many attendees. As one participant said Tapestry was "probably the most encouraging and impactful weekend I’ve had in years." These retreats center our need for connection and community. It's a place to make friends, as well as to renew—or discover—a deeper connection with God. We will share our stories, sing together, hear encouraging speakers, play, chat over meals, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Here is a brief schedule and additional details.​​
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All meals and lodging are covered in the price of the retreat. The Spencer cabins are about 1.5 to 2 hours from the Nashville airport. Often retreatants will choose to carpool from the airport. Registrants will be connected with each other ahead of time for those who want to coordinate rides (CenterPeace cannot arrange transportation to and from the airport for registrants).
I can't wait to welcome you to the Tapestry retreat. More than anything I want you to know you have a place to belong.
Sally Gary, Executive Director
CenterPeace
Registration closed for this retreat
These retreats are intentionally intimate in size to cultivate authentic community. Space is limited! To register for the retreat, fill out the form below. Email info@centerpeace.net if you have any questions.
Keep in mind we are not able to give refunds within eight weeks of the retreat start date. Transfer of your slot might be possible if there's a wait list. Thank you, and we look forward to spending the weekend with you! (Note: this form may not work on mobile; use a desktop for best results.)
What Tapestry Attendees Say
"I am leaving this Tapestry retreat with a renewed sense of purpose, and re-affirmation of the love found in this community. The stories shared, the laughter, the tears, all remind me of how I am not alone, I am loved, and there is a place for me at the table."
"This was a very special weekend with extraordinary people. I am changed. I'm feeling closer to Jesus, to God, my loved ones and myself, than I can remember."
"There is absolutely no way how I could come here and experience this level of love and passion and openness and not walk out a believer in God, Christ, and his love. This has been the most important experience of my life so far."