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Dear Friends,
We cannot wait to spend an unforgettable weekend with you! Our time at Bishop’s Lodge in Santa Fe is fast approaching, and I wanted to let you know how excited we are to be in your presence. This weekend is all about rest, connection, and inspiration—a chance to slow down, breathe deep, and enjoy meaningful time with incredible people. You’ll experience warm hospitality, engaging conversations, and quiet moments to reflect and rest. And with Santa Fe’s stunning landscape and rich culture as our backdrop, it’s the perfect place to refresh your soul. More than anything, we’re looking forward to simply being together.
Looking forward to it,
David, Lindsey, and the Axis Board

Welcome to Santa Fe

BISHOP’S LODGE

Bishop's Lodge, located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is a historic and luxurious resort nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Known for its rich history, the lodge was originally built in the 1800s as a private retreat for Catholic bishops. Today, it offers a unique blend of Southwestern charm and modern amenities, making it a serene destination for relaxation and adventure. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, guests can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, horseback riding, and spa treatments. The resort also showcases the distinctive adobe-style architecture that Santa Fe is renowned for, offering an immersive experience of New Mexico’s culture and beauty. Known for its cuisine, arts, culture and hospitality, Santa Fe is being recognized by TripAdvisor and renowned publications such as Travel + Leisure and Conde Nast Traveler as one of the top year-round destinations in the United States.

YOUR WEEKEND EXPERIENCE

Join us in Santa Fe for a weekend of rest, connection, and inspiration in one of the most beautiful and culturally rich cities in the Southwest. Be inspired through stories, worship, and meaningful conversations with fellow friends of Axis as you rest and discover Santa Fe, a city celebrated for its art, dining, history, and stunning landscapes. Your weekend getaway includes luxurious lodging, exceptional meals, and curated experiences like tamale crafting, tequila sipping, and leisurely perusing the charm of Santa Fe. With open afternoons for relaxation or adventure, this is your invitation to pause, connect, and reflect on what matters most.


CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE - COMING NEXT WEEK!

Axis is delighted to treat you to one experience during your weekend at Bishop's Lodge.  Some activities are only offered on a certain day, so please look through both Friday and Saturday before making your choice!  If you would like to choose a second activity, our team will reach out to confirm details once selected.  
For detailed descriptions of all the experiences you can choose from, click here!

Agenda

Agenda

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05:30 pm

Welcome & Check-in

The Mezzanine
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06:30 pm

Cocktail Hour

SkyFire Patio
time iconMay 1, 2025 06:30 pm to
08:00 pm

Welcome Dinner

SkyFire Restaurant
time iconMay 2, 2025 08:00 am to
09:00 am

Breakfast

Mezzanine & Lodge Hall Terrace
time iconMay 2, 2025 09:00 am to
10:20 am

Welcome & State of the Union

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James Andrews

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 2, 2025 10:20 am to
10:40 am

Morning Break

Lodge Hall Terrace
time iconMay 2, 2025 10:45 am to
12:00 pm

Conversation One: Culture

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James Andrews

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 2, 2025 12:00 pm to
05:00 pm

Leisure Time & Excursions

Santa Fe
time iconMay 2, 2025 06:00 pm to
07:00 pm

Dinner

Lodge Hall and Terrace
time iconMay 2, 2025 07:15 pm to
08:30 pm

Conversation Two: Family

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James Andrews

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 2, 2025 08:30 pm to
10:00 pm

Fireside Gatherings

Kiva Patio (Women's Gathering) & Walled Garden
time iconMay 3, 2025 08:00 am to
09:00 am

Breakfast

Mezzanine & Lodge Hall Terrace
time iconMay 3, 2025 09:00 am to
10:20 am

Conversation Three: The Church

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James Andrews

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 3, 2025 10:20 am to
10:30 am

Morning Break

Lodge Hall Terrace
time iconMay 3, 2025 10:45 am to
12:00 pm

Vision & Impact

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Rachel Stickel

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David Eaton

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James Andrews

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 3, 2025 12:00 pm to
05:00 pm

Leisure Time & Excursions

Santa Fe
time iconMay 3, 2025 06:00 pm to
07:00 pm

Dinner

Lodge Hall and Terrace
time iconMay 3, 2025 07:15 pm to
08:30 pm

Jon Foreman Acoustic Concert

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 3, 2025 08:30 pm to
10:00 pm

Fireside Gathering

Walled Garden
time iconMay 4, 2025 09:00 am to
10:00 am

Closing Session

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James Andrews

Lodge Hall
time iconMay 4, 2025 10:15 am to
11:30 am

Brunch

The Event Lawn

Note: check-out is 11:00 am. 

time iconMay 4, 2025 11:20 am to
01:20 pm

Farewell & Departures

Bishop’s Lodge Main Entrance

Speakers & Artists

Dr. Curt Thompson

Dr. Curt Thompson

Keynote Speaker - Dr. Curt Thompson brings a mountain's worth of knowledge with him into any room he enters regarding what exactly goes on in the brain any time we interact with another human being. He'll take that knowledge and translate it into meaningful, concrete wisdom on how we can allow the transformation of our own story become the soil from which our teenagers will grow into healthy, thriving adults. This time with Curt will be something you'll be talking about for years to come!

Jon Foreman

Jon Foreman

Worship Concert - It's Jon Foreman. He started in a garage full of surfboards, and now he is a part of a little band called Switchfoot. His solo acoustic sets have become the stuff of legend, and he's going to bring the heat on Saturday night!

Frankie Barranco

Frankie Barranco

Worship - Frankie crafts raw, introspective pop that captures the beauty and chaos of being human. She will bring a distinct energy to our worship experience this weekend!

Dr. Paul Penley

Dr. Paul Penley

Bible Scholar - Paul will be our resident Bible geek for the weekend, and he is so excited to share the beauty of what Jesus' words really mean for a modern audience!

Andy Cherry

Andy Cherry

Worship - Andy is a dynamic worship leader who's primary hope is that God touches your heart through his music as much as He has touched Andy's own.

Paul Coty

Paul Coty

Speaker - Paul is a Vice President at Young Life and is best known for his role in the expansion of Young Life’s global youth ministry in the world’s largest and most challenging market — New York City.

Allyson Evans

Allyson Evans

Speaker - Allyson is a leader with Life.Church who is passionate about leading our next generation to become fully devoted followers of Christ through partnerships with parents and volunteers. Her team provides vision, direction, training, and resources to all Life.Church campus teams for LifeKids and Switch.

Irene Tucker

Irene Tucker

Speaker - Irene is a Content Creator at Axis and the directorial wizard behind our first short film, The Drive! She is absolutely crazy about her five kids and husband, and empowers them everyday to be the people God made them to be.

David Eaton

David Eaton

Host - David is not only the co-founder and CEO of Axis, but he also is an excellent griller of meat, is endlessly fascinated with learning new things, and enjoys nothing more than a quiet night by the fireplace with Lindsey.

Evan Barber

Evan Barber

Speaker - Evan is Axis' Senior Content Editor, and knows just about anything you want to know about the connection between old, dusty, philosophers and modern day cultural icons!

Rachel Stickel

Rachel Stickel

Host - Rachel is Axis' Major Gift Officer, and she is one of the most fun people you'll ever talk to!

Dr. James Andrews

Dr. James Andrews

James Andrews, MD will be our Emcee. Just like he keeps his patients alive, he will keep our “train” running on time … with humor and insight! With decades as an internal medicine doctor and decades leading parenting small groups at his church I’m elated to have him and Susan join us.

Conversations 2025

Event Information

1297 Bishop’s Lodge Road, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Please email Ashley at ashley@axis.org if you would like to add additional nights to your stay!
We are working on curating the perfect blend of activities for you to choose from while in Santa Fe. These will be released very soon and you will receive an email letting you know that it's time to choose!

Parking & Transportation

You can fly into Santa Fe Regional Airport which is about a 30 minute car ride to the resort, or you can fly into Albuquerque International which is about 1 hour and 15 minutes from the resort.
Yes, both self-parking and valet parking are complimentary.
Axis has negotiated a flat rate for airport transportation with New Mexico Black Car. You can book your transportation through the dedicated link below. Additional fees apply. https://newmexicoblackcar.com/conversation2025
Yes, a complimentary shuttle service is provided to the Santa Fe downtown plaza on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Our vision is to see all parents equipped with the conversation, discipleship, and culture translation skills needed to reach the next generation for Christ.