Respite for All is hosting “A Whirlwind of Leadership, Creativity and Inspiration” on March 2-4, 2025, at Canterbury United Methodist Church in Birmingham, AL. The star-studded cast of presenters includes internationally recognized Dr. Anne Basting. Emerita Professor of English at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, she is founder of the award-winning non-profit TimeSlips.org, which guides, inspires, a

nd supports care systems to infuse creativity and meaning-making into care. We’ll also be joined by neurologists Dr. David Geldmacher and Dr. Daniel Potts, each of whom have a strong connection to the impact the creativity and engagement that takes place in respite ministry. Brodie Croyle, Executive Director of Big Oak Ranch, a Christian home for abused, neglected, orphaned and abandoned children, will also join us to inspire directors and volunteers from across the network.