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Confessional Community® Intensives

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About Confessional Community® Intensives

Confessional Community® Intensives

Gather in small groups facilitated by New Story staff to experience a Confessional Community®. ​In a large group setting, Curt Thompson, MD will draw from material in all three of his books and The Being Known Podcast to teach on the foundations of Confessional Communities®.

Upcoming Intensives

Date: December 3 – 5, 2025

Apply By: October 30, 2025

Location: In person in Falls Church, VA 22042

Investment: $1750 includes lunch on Thursday & Friday, excludes travel, lodging, and other meals

Date: April 29th – May 1st, 2026

Apply By: February 28, 2026

Location: In person in Falls Church, VA 22042

Investment: $1750 includes lunch on Thursday & Friday, excludes travel, lodging, and other meals

Experience Confessional Communities®

These groups will consist of six to eight individuals who will share their stories under the guidance of New Story staff members. Individuals will witness the dynamic weaving together of stories and explore the emotions and sensations that arise throughout the process.

What Will I Learn?

Drawing from material in all of his books and The Being Known Podcast, Curt Thompson, MD will connect what we now know to be true about shame, vulnerability, and the power of connection to the process unfolding in the Confessional Communities® at hand.

Reflection Time

Participants will have structured time for private reflection with focus and guidance provided by New Story staff.

Pre-Intensive Reading/Listening

Though not required, it may be helpful to read Soul of Desire, by Curt Thompson MD or listen to The Being Known Podcast, season 7 with Curt Thompson, MD and Pepper Sweeney.

Confessional Community® Intensives

Wednesday

12 pm Checkin/Large Group
1:30 – 6 pm Small Group Work
dinner on your own

Thursday

breakfast on your own
8:15 am Large Group
10 am – 12 pm Small Group Work
12 pm Lunch, provided
1:15 pm Large Group
2:30 – 5 pm Small Group Work
5 – 6 pm Large Group
dinner on your own

Friday

breakfast on your own
8:30 am Large Group
9 am – 12 pm Small Group Work
12 pm Lunch, provided
1:15 – 4:30 pm Small Group Work
4:30 – 5:30 pm Large Group
departure

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