Friday - Session A - 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Economy Driven Church: Tom Stolle
In this session, we will explore how to prepare a church budget, but we do this more than just from a financial perspective. We will discuss certain "heart issues" that can affect how resources are used and how these issues impact a church's financial position.
Servant Evangelism - An Overview: Bill Viel
An overview of how you and your church can "show and tell" lost people about God's love for the lost person through intentional acts of kindness and service.
"Me...A Minister?": Dr. David Lee
We are all ministers. Some of us serve vocationally. Others serve as volunteers. Each ministry is important to the Kingdom and important to us. This workshop examines practical ways to discover, implement, and evaluate your personal ministry.
Scrapbooking Your Faith: Jerry & Monique Kirkland
Creativity rules in this fun, faith-filled session that couples the art of scrapbooking with the Word of God. Scrapbooking beginners and veterans alike can learn how to use this popular craft to develop a new and exciting ministry in their church.
Discipleship 1 on 1: Steve & Carol Adkins, Living Faith Ministries
The purpose of this conference is to survey the reproducible, ancient model of disciplining others one-on-one, and to introduce participants to a contemporary resource/ministry to achieve just that! The audience for this conference could be, Pastors, Ministry Staff who champion discipleship, discipleship leaders of a local church, and Christ followers.
The Baptist Association: Resources to help plot your Course: John Brittain/Reynold Carr
In this session we will explore and discuss the many ways your local association can assist your church and its ministries.
Reach, Retain & Restore: Lou Paradiso
This conference will share a simple strategic approach that enables individuals and churches to connect with people, develop meaningful relationships, and efficiently impact the lives of those who live in their community.
"The World at Your Door": Fred Parker
Impacting your world through partnership missions: Developing an intentional ministry for being on mission with God at the local, regional, continental, and global level.
Bible Teaching - Preschool - From Hugs to Hosannas: Trey Wooton
What your 0-5 year old can learn about God's reality, care, and power. It will help you steer your child along the path of know, loving and living with God.
Bible Teaching - Children - Leadership in the Home: Chris Grella
The Home life is increasingly becoming more like Grand Central Station with parents and kids going multiple directions. During our session we will discuss how parents are the primary spiritual formation givers for their kids and the church being secondary. This session will use multiple video clips and will have small group interaction to understand the five attributes of being a leader in the home
Bible Teaching - Youth/Student - Dealing with crisis in ministry: Maina Mwaura
This course will help you lead students through emotional needs.
Bible Teaching - Adult/Directors - Teaching Teachers to Teach: Kenneth Brown
1. Practical tools every teacher needs to do. 2. Lesson planning with relevance.
Friday - Session B - 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Servant Evangelism-Getting Started: Bill Viel
Does your church wait for lost people to "come and hear" the Sunday sermon? How can you help your church "go and show" the gospel in your community? Learn how to begin servant evangelism in your church or small group.
Staying the Course: Dr. David Lee
Paul challenged us "not to grow weary in doing good for we will reap at the proper time if we don't give up." Ministry in the church and in the world can be difficult especially in today's culture. Explore some of the unique challenges we face today and learn some practical tools for staying the course in your ministry.
Making Disciples Through Simple, Small (home) Groups: Kevin Marsico
The purpose of this conference is to explore what disciple making (discipleship) looks like in and through more informal, organic small groups rather than as a part of a program of the church. The audience for this conference could be, Pastors, Ministry Staff who champion small groups, ministry staff who champion discipleship, discipleship and/or small group leader of the church, and Christ-followers.
The Nehemiah Factor: Melody Knox/Gayla Parker
Learn the 16 characteristics of a leader on mission from Nehemiah. The leadership characteristics he used then to build a wall can still be used today to build a strong holistic women's program.
Built For Significance: Jim Burton
Helping men align with God's mission for their life and family.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know about Grief but were Afraid to Ask: Denise Watterson
A look into grief and the endless feelings that accompany it, as well as, how to minister to those who are grieving.
Special Needs - Making Good Decisions for Children with Special Needs: Carlton McDaniels
What should you do when...? Children with special needs and their families will need a variety of accommodations. Learn how to establish a foundation for good ministry decisions whether you want to be prepared for an unexpected visit, mainstream a few kids, or have an ongoing ministry in place.
"The World At Your Door": Fred Parker ( This session is a repeat)
Impacting your world through partnership missions: Developing an intentional ministry for being on mission with God at the local, regional, continental, and global level.
The Hidden Element - Making Your Soundboard work for you: Darren Buchanan
Whether you are speaking, making music, or using video, the soundboard determines the success of all these forms of communication. If it is done well, it is invisible, but if there are problems, it can cause huge distractions. Come find out some ways to improve this critical element in your church!
Preschool - 3-R's of Preschool Spiritual Formation: Tunnea Burt
Recognize that the preschool child is on a spiritual journey and is learning biblical truths. Respond to the child's needs through daily activities. Rejoice in the child's natural curiosity and wonder.
Bible Teaching - Children - The Complete Guide to Storytelling: Jerry Kirkland
Wow! How to help the teacher and parent to communicate better through stories. Shared secrets from a lifetime of story telling will allow you to select the right story, prepare it properly, and prepare an audience to receive it.
Bible Teaching - Youth/Student - The "O" Generation): Maina Mwaura
66% of 18-29 year olds voted for President Obama. Discover why that happened and how this is affecting our churches.
Bible Teaching - Adult/Directors - Life Span Model: David Burt
Systematic Plan for studying God's Word from the basket to the casket.
Saturday - Session C - 8:15 - 9:45
Servant Evangelism-Idea Gallery: Bill Viel
Hear some of the creative, effective ways churches are reaching their communities for Christ through intentional acts of kindness. You will gain practical insights and ideas to encourage you and help you in your ministry setting.
Models for Deacons Ministry: Ron Blankenship
Introducing several structural models for deacon ministry in the local church including, deacon family ministry plan, deacon team ministry care giving through small groups and Sunday school.
Inter-generational Small Groups: Susan Kitchin
The purpose of this conference is to discover the dynamics of a truly inter-generational small group (home group) experience and together, identify and explore some of the questions such a strategy raises. The audience for the conference could be, pastor, small group pastors, small group leaders, age-level ministry staff/leaders, and Christ-followers.
Party with a Purpose: Melody Knox/Gayla Parker
All of us enjoy having guests in our home. Did you know that we can use our entertaining for the purpose of discipleship? Learn how to plan intentionally to make your home gatherings outreach opportunities all while having fun.
Your Captain and His Crew: John & Kelly Brittain
During this session a seasoned ministry couple will interact with you about how to provide needed ministry for your pastor, his wife, and their family.
Economy Driven Church: Tom Stolle (This session is a repeat)
In this session, we will explore how to prepare a church budget, but we do this more than just from a financial perspective. We will discuss certain "heart issues" that can affect how resources are used and how these issues impact a church's financial position.
Special Needs-Designing a Ministry for Children of ALL Abilities: Carlton McDaniels
Regardless of the size, every church can have a successful ministry that reaches and ministers to children of all abilities. Discover how to expand your existing ministry to effectively involve children with special needs and their families.
"If two of you agree..." The power and practice of united prayer: Randy Sprinkle
Despite enemy opposition, the Spirit of God is drawing His people together to pray in oneness with each other and in unity of purpose with God's desires that His kingdom may come in our communities and our world. Through prayer walking, prayer teams, and planned prayer, learn how to facilitate this kind of kingdom bringing prayer in your and your church's life.
The Worship Experience - Creating Opportunities for Life Change: Rachel Harrison
How do you know that your worship services are reaching people and touching lives? Come find out how the teams at NorthStar work to maximize the worship experience for all ages. This will be an interactive session!
New Comer's Class Orientation: Kenneth Brown
Seven doctrines of faith that should be considered when bringing in new people into your church. Salvation, Baptism, Communion, Trinity, Financial Stewardship, Spiritual Gifts, etc...
Bible Teaching - Preschool - Infant Brain Development: Charvel McCraw
The way your baby was brought up may not be the same way a baby is handled today. This conference addresses early brain development and the importance of presenting Biblical truths at the infant level.
Bible Teaching - Children - Kids Ministry 101: Connie Zinn
Practical answers to questions about kids ministry such as, how do I choose the right curriculum for my church? How do I prepare a budget and how do I enlist volunteers?
Bible Teaching - Youth/Student - Youth/Back to Basics Part A: Ralph Batykefer
Jesus has called us to disciple students. Find out how you can develop disciple believeing students.
Bible Teaching - Adult/Directors - I Hate Sunday School: Gennie Moore
With only 19% of church going adults saying they learn a lot from Bible study; 61% of 5th and 6th grade Sunday School students are unsure of their relationship with Jesus Christ; and 38% of church youth believe good deeds gains eternal life. How do we move our Sunday School members toward transformational faith-learning? By understanding the LEARNER, their learning styles, how they process/think, and provide active, interactive, and authentic learning. Come think outside-the-box and be an agent for faith-learning change!
Saturday - Session D - 10:00 - 11:15
Leaving a Legacy: Melody Knox/Gayla Parker
As women we leave behind many legacies with our children, our family and our friends. What kind of legacy are you leaving behind? What kind of legacy do you want to leave? In this conference we will be looking at women in the Old and New Testament that left incredible legacies for us to follow.
Charting Your Course to Financial Freedom: Kendall Miller/Gary Derr
You will have an opportunity in this session to better understand Christian financial stewardship and the benefits of effective money management and planning during these challenging times.
Built for Significance: Jim Burton (This session is a repeat)
Helping men align with God's mission for their life and family.
Special Needs- Adaptive Teaching and Accommodations: Carlton McDaniels
Children, regardless of their abilities, have specific ways that they learn best. Learn to use multi-sensory and adaptive teaching techniques to accommodate the needs of every child. These accommodations will also help with overall classroom management.
Drama Speaks - Engaging People in the Story: Joy Buchanan/Rachel Harrison
Do you have a drama team at your church? Do you want one? This session will focus on the unique ways that drama can add to the message on Sunday mornings and engage people at a new level. Come enjoy the creativity!
Discipleship: Can we still do discipleship if we don't have small groups? David Moore
An intentional discipleship strategy can be developed for the church to answer Christ's commission to "make disciples". This session will present several approaches to discipleship for all ages within the existing structure and programs of the church.
Elder Ministry: Ron Blankenship
Introducing the biblical background for elder ministry some practical applications in Southern Baptist churches.
Change From Children's Ministry to family Ministry: Donny Hatcher
This conference is not simply a name change but a philosophy change. There are many questions to ask and many obstacles to overcome in making the shift, but the end result is healthier families.
Spiritual Gift Assessment: Kenneth Brown
To know your purpose, to identify with who you should marry and where you should work - it all starts with knowing and understanding your spiritual gifts
Bible Teaching - Preschool: Lori Ferguson
Strategies, information and resources that will assist staff and leaders/teachers of preschoolers for ministry to preschoolers and their families. Topics include: Volunteer enlistment and retention, Preschool, Worship, and Sunday School, Choosing and using Learning Centers, Family Focused events and philosophies to take the message home. Bring your questions and your ideas to share!
Bible Teaching - Children - Becoming a Family that Celebrates Life Together: Susan Kitchin
Being intentional about enjoying life as a family is critical to the healthy development of children and marriages. Creating a family environment where laughter abounds, and love sets us free, can truly change our culture. Not to mention keeping us connected to our Heavenly Father.
Bible Teaching - Youth/Student - Back to the Basics Part B: Ralph Batykefer
Jesus has called us to disciple students. Find out, by taking this course, how to develop disciple belieing students.
Bible Teaching - Adult/Directors - Dealing With Difficult People: Sharon Smith
Working with people is difficult but not impossible. Have you noticed that difficult behaviors are often predictably triggered when certain events occur? Strategies for coping with challenging personalities will be presented in this conference.