We are designed to be known and loved. Yet since the fall, we often hide in shame—from God and one another (Gen 3:7). On April 5, renowned psychiatrist and author Curt Thompson, MD explores how the experience of being known and loved within a supportive community can profoundly restore mental health and wholeness. He’ll draw on his expertise in interpersonal neurobiology, theology, and psychiatry to illuminate the cause of shame and inspire us to cultivate transformative spaces of belonging, vulnerability, and restoration.
speaker
Curt Thompson, MD
Psychiatrist Curt Thompson, MD brings together a dialect of interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB)
and a Christian anthropology to educate and encourage others as they seek to fulfill their intrinsic
desire to feel known, valued and connected. Curt understands that deep, authentic relationships
are essential to experiencing a healthier, more purposeful life — but the only way to realize this
is to begin telling our stories more truly.
His unique insights about how the brain affects and processes relationships help people discover
a fresh perspective and practical applications to foster healthy and vibrant lives, allowing them to
get unstuck and move toward the next beautiful thing they’re being called to make.
Through his workshops, speaking engagements, books, organizational consulting, private clinical
practice and other platforms, Thompson helps people process their longings, grief, identity,
purpose, perspective of God and perspective of humanity, inviting them to engage more
authentically with their own stories and their relationships. Only then can they feel truly
known and connected and live into the meaningful reality they desire to create.
location
W83 Ministry Center
150 W. 83rd St. (between Amsterdam and Columbus Ave.)
Nearest Subway Stops
79th St. (1) and 81st St. (B, C)
schedule
3 pm | Afternoon Session – The Neuroscience of Spiritual Formation
Discover how brain science informs our understanding of prayer, meditation, Scripture reading, and community. Learn practical exercises for integrating these principles into personal and group spiritual practices to know God and be known by Him more deeply.
5 pm | Break
7 pm | Evening Session – The Soul of Shame: Finding Healing and Freedom
Gain a deeper understanding of the biblical story of shame and God’s redemptive response. Thompson will provide ways to recognize and process shame and trauma, showing how communities of grace and Shalom are places of healing. We can become outposts of wisdom, beauty, and goodness.
Discussion | Q&A open to the audience
pricing
Conference rate
Registration closes at 12 pm on April 5.
Early bird through March 31 for non-members | $40
Fee from April 1 to April 5 for non-members | $50
RWS Member | $30
Student fee and scholarships are available upon request. Please email karen.markham@redeemerws.com for registration assistance.
frequently asked questions
At this time, there is no plan to provide a recording. This is an in-person event.
No, the conference will not be livestreamed. This is an in-person event only.
You must register and pay in advance online. Registration closes on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 12 pm.
Dinner will not be provided.
There are many cafes and dining options nearby.
Childcare will not be available.
As this conference is geared toward adults, we ask that children not attend the sessions. (A special room will be available for nursing mothers.) We do, however, encourage college students to attend. Each person attending must be registered.
Please email karen.markham@redeemerws.com for assistance.
Yes! If you are a college student, we would love for you to attend! The student rate is $25 until April 4, 2025. Please email karen.markham@redeemerws.com for more information.
We will have information on volunteer opportunities coming soon!
No, you do not have to be a congregant of a Redeemer Network Church to attend.
You may transfer your registration by emailing karen.markham@redeemerws.com. Transfers are the responsibility of the two parties involved. RWS is not responsible for arranging payment for transferred registrations. Transfers will not be available after April 4, 2025.
