The Sharpening
A monthly gathering for faith-driven professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders who refuse to build alone.
Gather. Sharpen. Go.
Next Gathering — August 21, 2026
Built to Last
What Builders Carry That Nobody Talks About
Date & Time
Friday, August 21, 2026
Doors Open: 6:45 PM
Program: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET
Location
2302 Parklake Drive, Suite 175
Atlanta, GA 30345
DeKalb Conference Room
Format
In Person + Virtual
Free — Registration Required
Theme
Built to Last: What Builders Carry That Nobody Talks About
About This Month
June gave us permission to want both. July showed us the model. August gets honest about what it actually costs.
Built to Last is a conversation for every builder who has kept going even when it got hard — and for every one who is wondering right now if they have what it takes to finish what they started. We are going to name the real costs of building — relational, financial, emotional, identity — and what those costs produce in the builder who stays faithful.
"Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won't you first sit down and estimate the cost?"
— Luke 14:28
What to Expect
Worship
To transition out of the week and into a posture of presence
Builder Talk
A scripture-grounded teaching from Dr. Nnamdi Ihenacho
Fireside Conversation
An honest dialogue between Nnamdi and Stella Ihenacho
Open Conversation
The room joins in. Real stories, real questions, real community.
Prayer
Specific, pastoral, and personal
Declaration
A commissioning to send you into the weekend stronger than you came in
Secure Your Spot
August 21, 2026 — Built to Last. Register free below.
Location
In Person
2302 Parklake Drive, Suite 175
Atlanta, GA 30345
DeKalb Conference Room
Parking is available at the back of the building. Room 175 is on your right as you approach the entrance — you will not need to enter the main building.
Virtual Access
Virtual access via Zoom is available. Join our WhatsApp community for the link:
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Dr. Nnamdi Ihenacho
Database engineer, pastor, TEDx speaker, and founder of H34 Network. Nnamdi leads the Builder Talk and Fireside Conversation at every gathering.
Stella Ihenacho
Co-founder of H34 Network, leader of The Builder's Altar weekly prayer community and Women Doing It Afraid. Stella hosts, leads worship, and closes every gathering in prayer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free?
Yes. Admission is completely free. Register so we can hold your seat and send you updates.
Can I attend virtually?
Yes. Virtual access is available via Zoom. Join our WhatsApp community to receive the link before the event: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CKBsf5e0oZe4WydzY6GqiJ
Can I bring my children?
Older children who can sit quietly with a parent are welcome to attend.
How do I stay connected between gatherings?
Join our WhatsApp community — Rooted in Faith: The Builders Network — for weekly encouragement, prayer, and updates: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CKBsf5e0oZe4WydzY6GqiJ
When is the next gathering after August?
The Sharpening meets every third Friday. After August 21st the next gathering is September 18, 2026.
Ready to Join Us?
August 21, 2026 — Built to Last. Seats are limited — register now.
The Sharpening meets every third Friday of the month.
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