Episode 124 – “Thrive, Obedience, & a Podcast Update” w/ Angie Goetz, BTG Director

Episode 124: A conversation with Director of Bridging the Gap, Angie Goetz, and BTG Podcast Host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, Angie shares about all of the exciting things we can look forward to at this year’s Thrive Conference. She shares details about the incredible speakers, worship, exhibitors, and all things Thrive. Angie and Mykelti also discuss the theme of obedience and chat about the importance of being faithful to wherever the Lord leads. The two also share an important podcast update that you won’t want to miss.

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BTG Events & Resources:

• 2026 Thrive Conference
  • October 9-10, 2026
  • Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN)
  • Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker + emcee), Amber Gerstmann (emcee), Substance Worship, Angie Goetz (BTG Director + conference host), and Mykelti Blum + Shannon Velsor (bonus session emcees)
  • Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, and More!
  • Groups of 40+ to Register by Sept 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating.
  • See All Ticket Types, and Register:
    • First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20
    • FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.)
• BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity
  • Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions.
  • Apply to join a 2027 BTG Missions Trip to Cambodia or Cambodia and Vietnam: mnbtg.org/trips.
• 2027 BTG Leadership Conference
  • February 19-20
  • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
  • Featuring Lisa Seaton and More!
  • Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!
  • Register: mnbtg.org/leadership.
  • Nominate a female leader of excellence for the 2027 Lund Leadership Award by Oct 31, 2026.
• 2027 Single Moms Retreat 
  • June 4-5
  • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
  • Featured Guests: Dr. Keisha Spivey (speaker) and Derrick & Ashley Benoit (worship)
  • Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities, Giveaways, and Services.
  • Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat.
• 2027 Garden Coffee
  • Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages!
  • July 2027; Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
  • Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund).
  • Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters.
  • No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community!

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