Your story—every twist, ache, and triumph—is sacred.

It’s not just a collection of moments. It’s a window into who you are and how God is at work in your life. But too often, we try to forget our past or bury the pain. We assume healing means “moving on.”

But what if healing begins by going back?

You're invited to join us for the Story Workshop—a 3 ½ day, in-person experience that invites you to write, share, and explore your story in a space shaped by care, wisdom, and hope.

Over the course of the 3 ½ day weekend experience, you will:

  • Receive live, interactive teaching on the impact of trauma and the theology of story from Dr. Dan Allender, Rachael Clinton Chen, Wendell Moss, and the Allender Center teaching team.

  • Engage in seven Story Group sessions—guided, small-groups led by NFTC Certified Facilitators designed to help you uncover more meaning and move toward blessing your story.

  • Be supported by a thoughtfully-paced schedule that includes moments of rest, spiritual practices, and personal reflection.

Save $200 Now with the Early Registration Discount!

The total cost for this 3½-day in-person workshop is $1,795—but with our extended Early Registration rate, you’ll pay just $1,595 and save $200.

Take advantage of our Early Bird Registration discount by signing up before June 1, 2026, and secure your spot for only $1,595, saving $200. 

You also have the option to set up a 3-Month Payment Plan, making it even easier to join us.

Your registration includes: All teaching sessions, small group facilitation, daily snacks and refreshments, and boxed lunches on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Scholarships are available: We offer a limited number of need-based $300 scholarships on a first-come, first-served basis for participants facing financial challenges or systemic barriers. To determine your eligibility, please refer to this Green Bottle Sliding Scale graphic designed by Alexis J. Cunningfolk. If you identify most with the “Quarter-Full Bottle” category of the scale, you are eligible for the $300 scholarship. Simply select one of the Scholarship Registration options below—no questions asked.

Registration is open through Tuesday, July 1, 2026, or until all spots are filled. Don't wait - spots typically go quickly for this in-person event! 


Select your payment plan below:

Regular Registration - 3 Month Payment Plan:

Three (3) monthly payments of $531.67
This total reflects a $200 early registration discount.

Regular Registration - Paid In Full:

One-time payment of $1595.00
This total reflects a $200 early registration discount.

Scholarship Registration - 3 Month Payment Plan:

Three (3) monthly payments of $431.67
This total reflects a $300 need-based scholarship plus the $200 early registration discount.

Scholarship Registration - Paid In Full:

One-time payment of $1295.00
This total reflects a $300 need-based scholarship plus the $200 early registration discount.

This isn’t just about healing your past.

It’s about reclaiming your voice, renewing your hope, and becoming more fully present to your life—and to others. Because when we bless our stories, we learn to bless the stories of others. When we heal, we become healers.

Are you ready to take the next step? Register for an upcoming Story Workshop and begin the sacred work of engaging your story with intention, courage, and care.

Join us in Seattle on August 20-23, 2026, for the Story Workshop.

The Story Workshop is a weekend that gives you space to step into your story with courage, compassion, and community.

Click below for full details on the location, schedule, and what to expect from the weekend or email us at [email protected].