Ben Borgman
6 Foundational Habits & Practices of Jesus (Repeat Class)
“Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.” (1 John 2:6 ESV). If we are to obey this command in 1 John, we need to examine the earthly life of Jesus and discover what exactly were His priorities, how did He “walk”. In this breakout we will identify 6 Foundational Habits and Practices that are seen in Jesus’ life. We will discuss how they can be applied to our lives to help us make and multiply disciples like Jesus.
Reba Bowman
Defining Decisions for Living and Leading
Most of us underestimate what God wants to do in us and through us. We believe the lies we’ve been told about everything we are not. This session has one goal: to show you that your best life is one that gives God and this life everything you have. Doing this requires that we make 3 life-altering decisions that will define how we live and how we lead.
Austin Ryan
Stop Wearing All Those Hats! (Repeat Class)
Every worship ministry in every micro-church, mega-church, and those in between share seven primary roles needed to make things work well. The problem is that full-time worship pastors and non-paid “volunteers” carry the exact same expectations, regardless of the amount of time they can dedicate to the tasks. This class will teach you the seven roles of every worship ministry and give you the tools you need to make sure all the roles are being accomplished with skill and passion.
Adam Erlichman
How to Mobilize People to Serve
A roundtable discussion where we equip leaders to mobilize people from seat and study to services. We’ll answer questions such as: How can you help group members step into the most thrilling part of the Christian life (Service)? What obstacles prevent people from serving? How can we help people overcome these obstacles?
Kat Halse
The Trauma Informed Church
The church is supposed to be a safe place for every person who walks through the doors. Too often we are not prepared to minister to folks who have come from difficult circumstances. This class will focus on how we can be prepared and equipped to walk with survivors of trauma, exploitation, and vulnerability?
Erin Phillips
Cultivating Critical Thinking in Children within a Christian Framework
In today’s rapidly changing world where information is abundant and perspectives vary widely, it is more important than ever to equip our children with the ability to think critically. This workshop, designed for ministry leaders and parents, focuses on nurturing critical thinking skills in children from a Christian perspective. Our goal is to empower the next generation to navigate the complexities of modern society, discern truth, and make decisions aligned with their faith and values.
Tony Caniglia
Structuring Youth Ministry to Reach Generation Z
During this session, we’ll look at the characteristics and worldviews of Gen Z to better structure our ministries to reach this generation with the gospel.
Tom McCormick
Why and How Your Church Should Engage the Nations with the Gospel
Jesus told His disciples in Matthew 28:19, “Go, therefore and make disciples of all nations.” Yet, statistics tell us that 1.8 billion of in the world have still never heard the Gospel even once. God sees fully the plight and desperation of those who do not know him. In this session, you will discover the “why” of global missions and be given practical ways to be engaged and involved. Come discover how YOU can lead others to be engaged in the mission of seeing all people around the world hear the incredible news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ!
Josh Gillette
More Than Just Singing: A Theology of Singing as a Spiritual Discipline
Singing is an often overlooked but integral part of corporate worship. The Scriptures have a lot to say about singing specifically. In this class we’ll look at the biblical purpose and benefits of singing and develop a theology of singing as a spiritual discipline. We’ll explore the ways singing enhances individual spiritual development, cultivates a sense of community, and elevates the worship experience in our churches.
Fred Murray
Helping Pastors and Churches Stay on the Right Side of the Law
Church leaders want make disciples and equip the church for the work of the ministry. It’s what drives our hearts and passions. But leading a church brings with it some responsibilities that, if neglected, can lead to serious legal troubles. In this session, we will offer practical tips covering essential legal practices that will keep your church on mission and out of legal trouble.
Ken Braddy
Breathing Life into your Church’s Group Ministry
There are tried-and-true practices and strategies that will give life to any group ministry that is struggling to be healthy. Your church doesn’t have to accept decline, but instead can refocus attention on several things that will position it to grow and to reach people for Bible study and church membership.
