Ken Braddy
Welcome Aboard! Creating Biblical Hospitality in Your Group
When people go on a cruise, they hear the words, “Welcome aboard!” What follows is a great experience with unmatched hospitality. What if the guests who attend your church and groups experienced that same kind of hospitality? In this workshop based on the presenter’s new booklet, discover why groups often fail to deliver a friendly experience to guests, and how groups can provide unmatched biblical hospitality. Each participant in this workshop will receive a free copy of the booklet, Welcome Aboard!, plus access to a two-hour conference plan they can use to teach the content to the group leaders in their church.
Adam Erlichman
4 Ways to Fail at Recruiting Volunteers
There are a lot of ways to recruit and gain new volunteers. However, there are ways to do this that make it more difficult and more unlikely for a potential new volunteer to join your ministry. You will learn four ways to fail at recruiting and remedy your approach to add more new volunteers than you thought was possible.
Delanee Williams
Every Child is a Gift
Many times, what we might see as disruptive or hard to teach children are actually opportunities to see how God has uniquely gifted them. In this session, we’ll talk about strategies to guide you as a teacher and help you see the potential in each child.
Cody Kimmel and Aaron Dailey
Family: The Secret Ingredient to Church and Spiritual Growth
Throughout Scripture, God has worked through families to advance His redemptive mission. Yet in our discipleship strategies, we often overlook the vital role family plays in spiritual growth. What if a key ingredient for both spiritual and church growth was closer to home than we realized? Join Cody Kimmel, Executive Director of Grace Based Families, along with Aaron Dailey as they unpack how cultivating strong families fuels both church growth and God’s mission in the world.
Kelley Lopez
Living Because of Jesus: Women’s Discipleship
Most Christians understand that Disciple-Making is one of our greatest callings in life. But what does successful Disciple-Making look like? Do our disciples make disciples who make disciples? Are they bearing the fruit of changed lives? Maybe it’s time to refresh our discipleship plan. As Jesus Followers, we learn to view every situation through the lens of the Gospel. We face each moment with a “Because of Jesus” mindset. Because of Jesus, our lives are full of freedom and purpose. Because of Jesus, we are sufficient and equipped. Because of Jesus, we make Disciples who learn to live “Because of Jesus.” Join us to gain insight on establishing your discipleship plan and discover tips to multiply Disciple-Making women in your community.
Heiden Ratner
Acceleration through Prayer: Leading Life-Giving, Bible-Saturated, Spirit-Led Prayer Meetings
God moves powerfully through a praying people. In this workshop, we’ll explore biblical models that transform prayer meetings from obligatory gatherings into dynamic encounters with God. You’ll discover practical strategies to cultivate engaging corporate prayer experiences that your congregation will anticipate rather than simply attend. We’ll equip you with actionable steps to develop a sustainable prayer culture within your church.
Dr. Adam Groza
Reasonable and True: Equipped to Share and Defend
“Are you crazy?” Paul was faced with this question in Acts 26. His response is timeless. Christians are called to share and defend the faith. Ministry leaders are called to teach sound doctrine and refute those who contradict it. In this breakout, we will consider Paul’s interaction with King Agrippa and Governor Festus to learn how evangelism and apologetics go together.
Marvin Mumford
How to Develop a Multi-Cultural Worship Ministry
What does it mean to have a truly transcultural worship ministry, and is it biblical? In this session, we’ll explore the foundations of transcultural worship, why it matters, and practical steps to move from a monocultural to a multicultural worship experience. We’ll also discuss the challenges, benefits, and whether the effort is worth it for your church.
Andrew Reed
Leading Through Transition: A Guide to Navigating Organizational Change
Change is inevitable, but leading it effectively requires wisdom, strategy, and grace. This workshop equips church and ministry leaders with practical principles for guiding their organizations through major transitions. Learn how to implement change in ways that inspire growth, deepen faith, and strengthen your ministry for the future. You’ll leave with actionable insights for leading confidently through seasons of transformation.
