We live in a world of much sin and sorrow. How should Christians respond? How can we engage with broken people in ways that are redemptive and life-giving? What can we learn from the life and ministry of Jesus?
Sexual abuse damages people in ways that are deep and significant. Abuse among our plain people is much more prevalent than we wish. Reaching out to the abused who are not a part of our churches will also require that we confront...
Sometimes our good intentions in helping the poor fail to produce the desired results, and often create a welfare mentality. How can this be avoided? How can we help others without creating long-term harm? This workshop is...
We've all heard that God has a plan for our lives. But how do we find it? Many people struggle to make sense of God's call. The struggle is an important one. Calling is a central part of what motivates us to effective, passionate...
The home can be a place of ministry. We discuss how to cultivate homes that are a safe place to belong, a nourishing place to thrive, a fascinating place to learn and grow, and a warm place to share.
Intentional living is a way of understanding and actuating the latent gifts God has given us. Living intentionally assumes that we have appropriate goals and that they are clearly defined. Arthur discusses the value of...
This session is designed to inspire listeners to rejoice in the unique strengths of Anabaptism which give us a unique perspective and contribution to contribute in the worldwide spread of the Gospel.
Allen shares practical ideas that will enable participants to process world news from a global perspective, and will enrich their prayer lives and equip them to encourage others to do the same.
Why was I born? What does God want to result from my life? When I reach the end of my life, will I be able to say that I have done what my Heavenly Father wanted me to do? This workshop provides information regarding how to write...
This workshop gives some ideas for mentoring and developing the young people who come to work in your organization. Young people who are interested in voluntary service or mission work are typically also interested in becoming...
To be women of hospitality we need these three qualities: being able to share our home, food and our love. It also depends a lot on our attitude and what we do with what we have.
Phil offers inspiration and insights from his experience at Camp Andrews. Catch and renew the vision of reaching children and youth, learn tips on more effectively reaching and managing them, be educated about the potential...
To be worthwhile, most meetings need as much time in preparation and in follow-up as the meeting itself. Steven explores the factors that enable productive, efficient meetings.
The Holy Spirit must play a central role in all of our ministries. We must value and seek the influence of the Holy Spirit in calling people to ministry, in controlling the priorities of our organization, and in guiding the daily...
The public persona of a leader is one thing; his personal and private habits of life are another. This workshop addresses the personal and private disciplines that contribute to successful leadership in the marketplace. Of...
he burden behind this workshop is that we finish well in the ministries that God has called us to. Too frequently the exhaustion of never being able to rest catches up with the best of us. How sad when uniquely gifted individuals...
Broken. Our world is hurting, and so are we. But we have experienced Jesus as our salvation, and we need not be discouraged.God has a method of transforming the world, says Merle. God's method is not politics, government, school...
This workshop addresses the recruiting, equipping, and enabling of staff in your organization to serve God to the best of their potential and God-given abilities. Mark explores why you should implement a spiritual care and...
We live in a day of opportunity! But opportunity alone does not equal sustainable, focused, productivity over the long haul. Sustainable cultural/missional output requires high levels of input in critical areas. Sustainability...
