Session Six - 10:30am on February 23, 2008
Code |
Topic |
Speaker | Abstract |
CM16 |
Can we really make a difference? |
Dick McClain Vice President - Ministry Operations and Church Ministry The Mission Society Norcross, |
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. |
CM30 |
Using Puppetry on the Mission Field |
Mary Beth Jernigan & Karen Williams | Using Puppets in the mission field:
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CP16 |
Praying Grace |
Terry Teykl Renewal Ministries Spring, TX |
This class teaches the basics of training people in the local church to pray for others, informally as well as during services of worship. |
CP20 |
Prayer Saturated Church |
Alan Weatherly, Sr. Pastor, Asbury UMC |
How can I help develop a culture of prayer in my local church? This breakout explores answers to this critical question relating to the health of the Body of Christ. |
M04 |
Lighthouse in the Caribbean: The Evangelical Methodist Church of Costa Rica |
Ray Zirkel Missionary to Costa Rica Evangelical Methodist Church of Costa Rica |
Ray, Lidia, Sarah and Emma Zirkel are missionaries with the Evangelical Methodist Church of Costa Rica. For over 13 years they have: 1) Provided opportunities for those who do not know Christ as their Lord and Savior to come to know Him by planting churches; 2) Equipped and prepared local church leaders for the task of making “life-long disciples” of Jesus Christ through their labors at the Methodist Seminary and the Methodist School; and 3) Been messengers of hope and direct vessels of Christ’s love to those who are experiencing spiritual, emotional or physical needs. |
M05 |
Creating Positive Memories for Victims of Child Abuse |
Wayne Tesch Co-Founder, RFKCSanta Ana, CA |
After examining the scriptures about abuse, we will take a look at the joy and responsibility of reaching out in your local community to victims of this national epidemic. Review the model that is now duplicated in over 150 churches nationwide, attracting and developing lay leaders in hands-on ministry with children. |
M08 |
Ministry in the North of Ghana |
John Russell Missionary to Ghana The Mission Society |
Learn how this family of four came to be in the predominantly-Muslim north of Ghana, and how your church can enter fruitful ministry alongside them. |
M27 |
After-School Ministry to At-Risk Kids |
Anthony Wheeler Pastor, Beacon Hill Worship Center Madison, AL |
This local congregation was raised up, in part, to minister to a specific segment of the community. Learn how their vision and calling has resulted in a Jerusalem partnership that crosses denominational and ethnic boundaries. |
PM17 |
Praying for the Persecuted Church |
Darcie Gill Missionary Rep Voice of the Martyrs |
Today Christians are the largest group experiencing persecution. American Christians will not be exempt. Persecuted Christians have a gift to give to those of us who live in free nations. You will hear their stories, learn why you are commanded to remember them, and learn how to pray for them. |
PM26 |
Teaching Opportunities in Wycliffe Schools |
Jack Clifford Partnership Facilitator Wycliffe Bible Translators Orlando, FL |
Wycliffe Bible Translators operates schools around the world for English-speaking missionary kids. Learn how you and your church can participate in raising up the next generation of ambassadors for Christ. |
PP25 |
Establishing a Prayer Routine |
Jan Niel Prayer Ministries Director Frazer Memorial UMC Montgomery, AL |
This practical course offers guidance for developing a workable and consistent patter for daily prayer. Instruction will be centered upon a common theme of our daily lives: I am just too busy to pray. |
PP28 |
Fasting and Prayer |
Jimmy Aycock Sr. Associate Pastor Asbury UMC |
This workshop explores fasting as a gateway to intimacy with God, not an end in itself. |