2007 Summit in Minneapolis, MN

September 19-23, 2007

Welcome to Minnesota—Land of 10,000 Lakes! And welcome to the twin cities of Minneapolis-St. Paul, listed as one of the world’s top destinations along with Zurich and Tokyo, according to Frommer’s Travel Guide.


The Adventist CHIP Association cordially invites all who have a passion for health ministry to attend the 8th Annual CHIP Summit in Minneapolis, Minnesota from September 19-23, 2007. At the Summit you will be inspired by world-class scientific presenters in the field of lifestyle medicine as well as outstanding inspirational speakers and practical leadership training that will motivate and equip you to share our life-changing health message. Enjoy three-star accommodations at the DoubleTree Hotel, delicious CHIP-approved meals, and best of all, a chance to network with CHIP volunteers and health leaders from around the world!

Summit Details

Basic Leadership Workshop—Wednesday/Thursday:

Advanced Leadership Workshop—Wednesday/Thursday:


Opening SessionThursday: For All Attendees: Begins Thursday at 7:00 pm with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Walter Willett, renowned as a professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology at Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Willett ranks as the most cited nutritionist worldwide and is among the five most cited authors in clinical science.


Scientific Sessions—Thursday/Friday: Begins Thursday at 4:45 pm and continues to Friday at 5:15 pm. Scientific presentations will be provided by eight of the nation's top speakers bringing you the latest information on lifestyle medicine. Click here to learn more about the scientific speakers


Continuing Education : Nine (9) hours of Continuing Education is available for registered nurses (RNs) and registered dietitians (RDs) at the Summit Scientific Sessions on Thursday and Friday Click here for more informaiton on CEU's.


Worship Services—Friday/Sabbath: Begins Friday evening at 7:00 pm and continues through Sabbath evening at 9:00 pm. Outstanding inspirational speakers including Elder Don Mackintosh and Dr. Neil Nedley, John Bradshaw and Conference President Tom Lemon. Beautiful music will uplift and inspire.


Closing Session—Sunday: From 9:00—11:00 am with John Bradshaw from Amazing Facts and Neil Nedley, MD of Nedley Health Solutions. Wrap-up concludes the Summit at 11:00 am.


Area Attractions— Come early or stay late to enjoy all that Minneapolis has to offer! Enjoy Chain of Lakes where you can walk on lakeside paths for exercise and relaxation or canoe for nearly two miles from Lake Calhoun to Brownie Lake. Visit Mall of America, Downtown Minneapolis, the Metrodome, Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, museums, many walking trails, beautiful lakes, and more. Minneapolis is especially beautiful this time of the year!


Additional Purchase Opportunities:

  • CHIP Operations & Resource Manual : Required for Basic Leadership Workshop—one manual per church group. A 300-page essential guide for planning and presenting a CHIP program. US$85 pre-paid and picked up at the Summit. Call 580-622-3020.
  • MicroCHIP Leaders Kit with Guidelines & DVD Set: Recommended for team building. Available onsite for US$80.
  • Vendors: There will be various CHIP-supportive ministries at the Summit with items for sale.

Summit Brochure in PDF format: Click here for online printable version of the Summit brochure. (Requires Adobe Reader - download Adobe Acrobat)


Map: Click here for a map of Minneapolis, MN.


Weather: Click here for current weather forecast for Minneapolis, MN.




Endorsement: CHIP is endorsed by

  • American College of Lifestyle Medicine
  • Adventist Laymen’s Services and Industries (ASI)
  • The North American Division Health Ministries Department

Publications: CHIP’s outstanding results have been published in the many scientific journals. Click here for more information and to see articles:

  • Preventing Chronic Disease, January 2006
  • Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, September 2002 and 2005
  • Preventive Medicine April 2004, 2007
  • American Journal of Cardiology, November 1998
  • Journal of the American Dietetic Association March 2005
  • Absolute Advantage Magazine(2007)
  • Journal of Nutrition and Health(2003)