Blended Worship--Taking Our Churches into the
21st Century
How do we blend our beloved, ancient traditions with the dynamic
participation and full multi-media presentation of contemporary
worship into one vibrant service? Come and hear one church's
successful experience and all of the highs and lows that
occurred in the process. Dr. Bob Christian and Worship Team,
FCC, Waseca, Minnesota.
Developing a Drama Ministry for Your Church
Drama ministry is a creative and innovative way to connect with
God and bring His message to the people while involving members
of all ages. This workshop will explore different aspects of
drama ministry and offer tools and tips for beginning a drama
ministry in your church. Colleen Murray, Gahanna Community
Cong’l Church, Gahanna, OH.
What Do You Do With Three Sopranos and a Bass?
We’ll discuss what we’re working with, what resources are
available, and brainstorm
to make the ministry of music a vital part of worship in a
smaller church. Helen Gierke, Church Musician, FCC, Cape Coral,
FL.
Enter In ~ Spirit Led Worship
"Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers
will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the
kind of worshipers the Father seeks." [John 4:23] Together we'll
explore and experience the awesome entrance into God's manifest
presence as the Holy Spirit is allowed to guide and inform our
worship. This is not a worship "style" workshop, but an exercise
in applying scriptural mandates and models to worship today in
any setting. Deborah H. Nuss, Music Director/Worship Leader, La
Moille Cong’l Community Church, Marshalltown, Iowa
That Everyone May Worship
The Gospel calls us to be inclusive and to bring those who are
at the margins to the center. This call includes people with
disabilities, who are often excluded from full participation in
the church’s life. This interactive workshop gives practical
steps congregations can take to use the gifts and talents of
persons with disabilities. The impact of the Americans with
Disabilities Act on the local church will be addressed. Rob
Weiter, Pastor, Everyone’s Community Church, St Louis, MO.
Learning to Use the New NACCC Hymnal
A new Congregational Hymnal is on the way, and this workshop
will help churches to use it. The hymnal will contain music from
divergent time periods, cultures and musical styles. Traditional
hymns and gospel songs, as well as praise songs and spirituals
will be included in the new hymnal, plus a children’s section,
and also songs for the church year and special occasions in the
church. Hymns and songs by Congregational composers and from
Congregational history will also be included. Cindy Bacon,
Hymnal Committee, Heritage Cong’l Church, Madison, WI
What Your Church Bylaws Don't Tell You
Is your church incorporated? Have you ever seen your Articles of
Incorporation? Did you know that if your bylaws don't match
certain parts of your Articles of Incorporation, it is the
Articles that are binding? This workshop will explain why you
must have a copy of your Articles, how to get copies, and how to
change certain Articles if they have become obsolete (sometimes
dangerously so). We will also touch on the benefits of being a
501(c)(3) corporation. Giovan Venable King, Pastor, Hyde Park
Cong’l Church, Los Angeles, CA
Planning and Organizing a Mission Trip
Should I go on a Mission Trip? What do I need to do to prepare?
What will I do? How much will it cost? These are a sample of
questions you will be helped to answer as you contemplate and
prepare to go on what may be a life changing trip into the
Mission field. Jeff Robie, NA Missionary Society, FCC, Kingston,
NH
A Blueprint for the Church
This workshop is designed for the small to medium size church,
and will speak
directly to Pastors and Church Leadership, introducing thoughts,
ideas, and suggestions on how to realistically evaluate your
church, and bring it to a place that will honor God and be a
blessing to your community. Thom Christian, Pastor, FCC, Clear
Lake, IA
The Church as a City on the Hill: A Model for Youth Ministry
A difficult task that youth ministries face is creating purpose
out of enthusiasm. Many great youth ministries develop great
fellowship but spend little time creating opportunities for
youth to develop in discipleship, servanthood, and worship. We
will discuss four principles which will help youth groups become
“The City on the Hill.” Israel Young, Youth and Elementary
Ministry Coordinator, Cong’l Christian Church, North Manchester,
IN
Gifted to Serve
Tried of twisting arms, using guilt or begging people to
volunteer at church? Come learn about using a spiritual gifts
approach to lay ministry in your congregation. Carol and Ralph
DiBasio-Snyder, Pastors, FCC, Oshkosh, WI.
The ABCs of CFTS
Ever wondered what "CFTS" means? Or, if you already know that's
the Congregational Foundation for Theological Studies, perhaps
you've wondered what we do? Even for those who have known us for
a long time, there is new information to share about CFTS and
its expanding programs in the area of preparation for ministry.
Lowell Linden, FCC, Redlands, CA and Jon Olson, Pilgrim Cong’l,
Pomona, CA.Developing a Drama Ministry for Your Church
Drama ministry is a creative and innovative way to connect with
God and bring His message to the people while involving members
of all ages. This workshop will explore different aspects of
drama ministry and offer tools and tips for beginning a drama
ministry in your church. Colleen Murray, Gahanna Community
Cong’l Church, Gahanna, OH.
Promoting and Funding Mission Programs in Your Local
Congregation
We will explore the means by which you can develop a meaningful
and viable missions program, using NA Resources as well as those
from yourr local interests. We will discuss practical ways to
fund a mission program. Leo Christian, Pastor, FCC,
Rochester, MA NA Missionary Society.
The Power of the Cross
As Arthur Rouner was completing 32 years of ministry at Colonial
Church in Edina, MN, the horror of the 1994 genocide was
overtaking the beautiful "thousand hills" of Rwanda. His
fledgling Pilgrim Center for Reconciliation (PCR) developed an
unique model of retreat which has brought healing and hope to
more than 4,500 African church leaders in the past eight years.
This workshop offer learnings on how forgiveness can help
people, families, and churches find unity and new life. Arthur
A. Rouner, Jr, President, The Pilgrim Center for Reconciliation.
The Almost-Not Quite Sunday School
Wondering how to keep your small Church School alive? Join this
interactive sharing workshop being done by two people who know!
CE team from First Community Church, Joplin, MO.
Additional Workshop Topics may be offered. Check your on-site
registration material for more information.
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