Session Four - 3:30pm on February 22, 2008

Code
Topic
Speaker Abstract
CM14
Can we really make a difference
Dick McClain
Vice President - Ministry Operations and Church Ministry
The Mission Society
Norcross, GA
Beginning with four critical changes that could turn your church upside-down (or right-side up!), this workshop explores a Biblical model for global outreach, introduces a proven plan to mobilize your whole church for mission, and urges a prayer-full approach to touching your world for Christ.
CM20
How to Lead a Short-term Mission
John Bailey
Director of  Missions
Asbury UMC
What are the necessary qualities for an effective leader of short-term missions, and how can they be cultivated
CM22
Growing Missionaries in the Local Church
Jimmy Aycock
Sr. Associate Pastor
Asbury UMC
Asbury is striving to become a missionary sending church, but recognizes our dependence on missionary training agencies.  Explore with us how to inspire, confirm, pray for and enable missionary candidates, while partnering with agencies that are experienced in equipping for cross-cultural missions and who have a structure for deploying and supporting missionaries in the field.
CP14
Presence-Based Church
Terry Teykl
Renewal Ministries
Spring, TX
This workshop explores ways to develop a church that is rooted and grounded in a loving relationship with Jesus.
CP24
Sacred Spaces

Alicia McDaniel
Assistant Director of Adult Education
Asbury UMC

Heather Heaton
Student Ministries
Asbury UMC
We will explore how we can best support prayer and worship with visual arts and experiential activities. The more we feel connected to the Holy Spirit, the Body of Christ, and the message from the Pulpit; the more we will retain, and hopefully apply principles of the Word to our lives.  Visual arts, music, touch, and active participation often help us to become more aware of the Lord’s Presence …helping us to connect with Him.
M02
Medicine for Body, Soul, and Spirit

Dr. Roman Cruz
Social Christian Ministry of Honduras

This strategic mission partner has impacted much of the state of Copan with an evangelical medical mission that incorporates both nutritional instruction and development of garden and clean water projects.
M10
Sharing Christ Where He Is Not Welcome
Tinjau *
Indigenous Pastor
S.E. Asia
Ministry in a hostile culture where the enemies of the Gospel yield much influence can be challenging.  However, it is also immensely rewarding when the seed of faith takes root in the heart of an unbeliever.  Get an up-to-date report from the front lines on sharing Christ in one of the toughest places on earth.
M19
Outreach to Rwanda and Beyond
Mike & Mary Wagner
E-3 Partners
Huntsville, AL
Whether ignored or abandoned, God desires the North American church to be part of His movement of salvation in people groups left tragically alone over the last generations.   From the Banjara gypsies of India to the peoples of Rwanda, the Church has much to account for in these last days.  Come find out how you and your church can join our LORD where He’s glorifying Himself beyond measure in gathering Christ’s bride!
M24
UM Children’s Homes
LuAnne Wages-Smith
Chaplain, United Methodist Children’s Homes
Selma, AL
 
M29
Be the Change
Paulette West
North Alabama Conference Coordinator
Volunteers in Mission
Birmingham, AL
Explore the different opportunities United Methodist Volunteers in Missions offers.  Become part of short-term mission experiences as an individual or part of a team.  Learn how you can “be the change” as a servant like Jesus.  Be inspired, informed and see how you can interact in projects in your community or around the world.  
PM18
A Heart Like His - for Muslims

Philip List
World Missions Ministries

Madison, AL
Many Christians fear Muslims, or at least want to distance themselves from them.  Learn why this is contrary to Christ’s calling, and how to repent of this sin.
PM24
When God Calls Your Name: Discerning God’s Vision for your Life
Wes Griffin
International Director
International Leadership Institute
Carrollton, GA
God has a plan for each of us. This plan is revealed through discovering God’s vision for your life. Wes Griffin will use his personal experience to help you discern God’s call on your life. He will also provide practical instructions to help you move forward into the future that God has for you.
PP16
Prayer Types
Alan Weatherly, Sr. Pastor, Asbury UMC This session explores the rich variety of prayers.  The class will answer such questions as: How can I maximize my relationship with Christ?  How can the power of His life be released through me?
PP24
Praying With Your Children

Ann Aycock
Asbury UMC

The issues and challenges facing our children are great.  This class will show parents and grandparents how to pray for and with their children.
PP29
Interceding for Unbelievers
Jan Niel
Prayer Ministries Director
Frazer Memorial UMC
Montgomery, AL
The highest form of intercession is to pray for people to be saved.  This workshop offers practical insights in personally praying for family, friends, and anybody in need of Jesus Christ.