b'each other, ask honest questions, and develop practical solutions together. The space fosters trust and meaningful connection, helping leaders build relationships that continue long after each lab ends.This relational aspect sets the labs apart. Its not about sitting through lectures; its about engaging in meaningful conversations, asking hard questions, and finding real solutions. The labs create a safe space for leaders to admit whats not working and explore new approaches without fear of judgment.Casting a visionThe future of the labs is bright. Each event builds onHelping Up Missionthe last, refining content and expanding impact. MoreComplete the pre-event assessment. Be honest and Innovation & Impact Lab sites will come online in thethorough. Clarity helps tailor your lab experience. Expect future, and the ripple effect will be visible across thequestions about financial health, leadership capacity, and network: Missions will thrive because they embraced thisprogram effectiveness.opportunity. As the Innovation & Impact Labs multiply, the impact will be exponential, transforming not just individualCome prepared to engage. Bring key leaders if possible missions, but entire communities. and arrive ready to listen, collaborate, and participate in Two or three years from now, well look across theopen, vulnerable conversations.network and see missions thriving because they wentFocus on action, not just insight. Each lab culminates through this experience, Scott said. in a 90-day action plan, equipping participants to return Through the Innovation & Impact Labs, an extraordinaryhome ready to implement concrete steps toward growth.vision is emerging where every mission operates withStay connected after the lab. Citygate Networks excellence, leaders are equipped and encouraged, andregional coordinators will walk alongside you as you put lives are transformed. This vision points toward a futureyour plan into practice, providing ongoing coaching and where hope is not only restored but multiplied, touchingaccountability to maintain momentum.communities across the nation. Share the experience. Encourage other missions to Our objective goes beyond stronger missions. Ulti- participate, spreading transformation as leaders invite mately, we seek to advance Gods Kingdom. As the labsothers into the journey.multiply, they will foster a network of ministries united in Christ, working together to bring hope and the gospel to every neighbor. These efforts build relationships thatReady to register? reflect Jesuss love and grace, creating communitiesVisit Citygate Networks application page atwhere lives are fully restored through Him. citygatenetwork.org/iil or contact yourLooking ahead regional coordinator for details.Ready to take the next step? Heres how to join an Innovation & Impact Lab: David Casey served as the senior director of shared services at Seattles Union Gospel Apply early. The next lab at Seattles Union GospelMission for more than 11 years. He managed Mission takes place April 1417, 2026, and applicationsGift-in-Kind, church partnerships, food services, are open now. Space is intentionally limited to keep theand volunteer experience. David is dedicated experience immersive and personalized. to making a lasting difference in the lives of our homeless neighbors by restoring hope through a relationship with Jesus Christ.43 INSTIGATE|January/February|2026'