Trauma and addiction comes in all forms.
This is your safe space to recognize it, learn about it, and gain tools to overcome it.
2024 theme
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The event + registration is FREE, but registering before the event gets you access to an additional FREE drink from CLEAN Bar + a raffle entry to WIN PRIZES. Scroll down for registration details.
MEET US THERE
10501 Southeast Market Street, Portland, OR
THIS YEAR’S SPEAKERS
Benjamin Lundquist
Benjamin Lundquist is a pastor, author, high performance leadership coach, and keynote speaker. He is also a Certified LifePlan Facilitator with the Patterson Group, and a certified Primal Questions coach. He hosts The Rise and Lead Podcast, currently downloaded in over 115 countries. The Rise and Lead podcast is designed to motivate and equip listeners to live your greatest life with maximum impact.
Heather Kolb
Heather Kolb is an experienced academic who taught psychology and criminal justice as a college professor, creating new courses and curriculum. She is a certified Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional (PSAP) and trained in the Multidimensional Partner Trauma Model (MPTM). Overcoming her eating disorder through counseling, Heather learned about addiction's impact on life and the brain's role in behavior. As the Content Manager for Pure Desire, she is passionate about helping people understand God's love, heal their brains, and live healthily.
Ben Bennett
Ben Bennett overcame trauma, anger, porn addiction, and mental health issues through Biblical, neuroscientific, and psychological solutions. Now an author, podcast host, and speaker, he directs the Resolution Movement with Josh McDowell Ministry, helping people overcome struggles and thrive. For 12 years, Ben has worked with top therapists and ministry leaders to address unhealthy life patterns. He co-authored Free To Thrive with Josh McDowell, and his social media content reaches over 4 million people monthly.
Dr. David Sedlacek
David Sedlacek, Ph.D., LCSW, CFLE, has over 40 years of experience as a therapist, pastor, educator, author, administrator, and researcher. As CEO of Into HIS Rest Ministries, he integrates biblical principles with faith and practice. He is also a retired Professor of Family Ministry and Discipleship from the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University.
Dr. Seth Pierce
Seth Pierce, Ph.D., is the lead pastor of the Sunnyside SDA Church in Portland, Oregon. He has published numerous books and articles, is an active member of the American Academy of Religion, and hosts the podcast Beast & Bible. He lives in Oregon with his wife Angela, and his three daughters: Madeline, Chloe, and Paige.
Kevin Wilson
Kevin Wilson is the youth and young adult pastor at the Sunnyside Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Portland. Pr. Kevin is also the co-founder of two companies: “Cross Culture Chai” and “Cross Culture Tours”. Pr. Kevin will provide a chai experience on Sunday for the CLEAN Conference.
What TO EXPECT
Everyone experiences trauma and addiction in one form or another. Here’s a chance to talk about it in a safe space while gaining awareness and understanding of yourself and others. You’ll leave with practical tools for overcoming the barriers that set you back.
Keynotes and breakouts
Leadership training
free, custom-crafted nonalcoholic drinks
cold plunge & massage therapy
hands-on, guided art
Holistic healing
Cold Plunge
cold plunging is scientifically proven to benefit:
- Enhanced mood & focus
- Reduced inflammation & muscle soreness
- Improved recovery & physical performance
- Improved immune system
- Improved resilience & stress management
- Accelerated metabolism & improved cold tolerance
*Please note- a waiver will need to be signed to partake in cold plunging experience
Holistic healing
art has been known to have the following benefits:
- Self-Management: Helps build focus, discipline, and a healthy lifestyle.
- Alleviates Depression: Engaging in art fosters positivity and combats chemical imbalances linked to depression.
- Improves Communication: Fosters self-expression and skills to connect with others.
- Addresses Trauma: Allows expression and healing from past traumas.
- Reduces Stress: Converts negative energy into positive habits for lasting health.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Encourages finding solutions without substance use.
- Builds Self-Esteem: Boosts confidence and social skills.
- Reduces Symptoms: Helps alleviate pain, stress, and irritability during recovery.
- Positive Distraction: Keeps focus on positive activities, away from cravings and negative thoughts.
art
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Testimonials
I was lost in addiction for 20 years, unable to change despite countless attempts. Prayer and confiding in a few friends didn't help. I was a slave to my sin. Last year, joining a CLEAN group marked the beginning of my journey to freedom. CLEAN provided a safe space to discuss my struggles and understand my past. Now, I'm over 44 months sober, living honestly and purely. Without CLEAN, I would still be lost and addicted.. I am committed to combating sexual addiction within the church. I am free.
Anonymous
Johann Hari said, “the opposite of addiction is not sobriety, it’s connection.” This has been true for me. After nearly 19 years of addiction, I tried praying, reading the Bible, and more ministry, but nothing worked. A friend introduced me to CLEAN, and it changed my life. The key was community. The support and encouragement from a safe, trustworthy group brought the healing I longed for. This loving community, understanding my battles, reminded me of God's constant presence. Through authentic fellowship and discipleship, my life and those in my recovery group have been transformed.
Bill
CLEAN and its groups provided what I never had before: love, grace, and trained accountability without judgment. Unlike other methods, this group offered sustainable and freeing healing. It addressed the deep wounds in my heart that were the source of my brokenness. Through CLEAN, Jesus saved my marriage, faith, and heart. I dare you to try it and see what God will do for you.
Sam
REGISTER NOW!
Registration is FREE, but registering before the event gets you access to the following:
- Additional CLEAN Bar drink ticket. (Registering during the event gets you one. Register before and YOU GET TWO!)
- Entry into a raffle to win prizes. Win merch, get your name inscribed on a permanently displayed tile at our physical CLEAN Bar location, take home a custom leather Bible from Scriptura Bibles, win your very own cold plunge tub, and more!
register!
SCHEDULE
Friday, September 27
4:00 pM Registration & Check-in
6:00 pm keynote session 1
Benjamin Lundquist on Primal Questions
7:00 PM HAPPY HOUR
One of a kind, nonalcoholic drinks provided by CLEAN BAR with music from Alaina Fidanzo!
8:00 pm breakout session
Community building and practical application with Benjamin Lundquist.
Saturday, September 28
7:00 – 8:00 AM Cold plunging/lectio divina (latin for “sacred reading”)
Awake your senses with a cold plunge & feed your mind with a sacred reading.
10:00 – 11:00 AM General session with seth pierce
Building Community Through Vulnerability: Communication Strategies for Deepening Connection”
11:15 AM – 12:30 PM Main Gathering
Presentation by Billy Hungate, Founder of The Clean Life & CLEAN BAR.
12:30 – 2:00 PM break
Walk, nap, have a good convo! Enjoy your break!
2:00 – 3:00 PM general session keynote with Heather kolb
Understanding Trauma & Addiction
3:00 – 4:30 PM Art Therapy with Heidi hudson
Fluid art - Layer fluid acrylic paint colors to create beautiful, surprising patterns and different effects. A fun, abstract style of painting that is poured directly on to a canvas.
4:30 – 5:30 PM breakout session with Heather Kolb
Healing Trauma & Addiction
5:30 – 6:30 PM dinner
Dinner provided by CLEAN.
6:30 – 7:30 PM GENERAL SESSION KEYNOTE WITH BEN BENNETT
Sexual Wholeness in a Pornified World
8:00 - 9:00 PM BREAKOUT SESSION WITH BEN BENNETT
Why We Do What We Don't Want To Do
7:30 – 9:00 PM HAPPY HOUR
Nonalcoholic drinks with CLEAN BAR and music from Alaina Fidanzo!
Sunday, September 29
7:00 – 8:00 AM Cold plunging/lectio divina (latin for “sacred reading”)
Dial in your focus with a cold plunge & catch the early morning sacred reading.
8:00 – 9:00 AM coffee & pastries
Mingle with friends, old and new, amidst the smell of coffee and sweet treats.
9:00 – 10:00 AM keynote session with david sedlacek
Addiction: The Bedfellow of Trauma
10:00 – 11:00 AM CHAI WITH KEVIN WILSON
Enjoy delicious home made chai with Cross Culture Kev himself!
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM breakout session with david sedlacek
Biblical Approaches to Healing
Main Conference Ends
leadership training
For those looking to dive deep into leadership training for a Christ-centered, 12-step program designed to create safe spaces within churches for individuals struggling with the effects of trauma and addiction.
Monday, September 30
6:00 – 9:30 PM leadership training with david sedlacek
Journey to Wholeness (JTW) is a Christ-Centered 12-step program as a part of Adventist Recovery Ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is designed to create safe spaces within our churches for persons struggling with the effects of trauma and addictions of all kinds. JTW takes a person on a journey of healing and growth.
Tuesday, October 1
6:00 – 9:30 PM leadership training with david sedlacek
Journey to Wholeness (JTW) is a Christ-Centered 12-step program as a part of Adventist Recovery Ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is designed to create safe spaces within our churches for persons struggling with the effects of trauma and addictions of all kinds. JTW takes a person on a journey of healing and growth.
Wednesday, October 2
5:30 – 9:30 PM leadership training with david sedlacek
Journey to Wholeness (JTW) is a Christ-Centered 12-step program as a part of Adventist Recovery Ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is designed to create safe spaces within our churches for persons struggling with the effects of trauma and addictions of all kinds. JTW takes a person on a journey of healing and growth.
can’t make it in person?
We’ll miss you and we understand, but we also don’t want you to miss out on the incredible FREE content! We’ll be live streaming every keynote message from the event. Click the link below and subscribe to our Youtube channel to get a heads up when we go live.
Livestream!
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PARTNERS
If you’ve caught the vision and want to partner with us to:
- Help make our physical CLEAN Bar location a reality and,
- Fund events like the CLEAN Conference
Send a message to info@thecleanlife.org with the subject line “Partner”