CVBM Leadership Development Conference

2011 CVBM LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE

Leadership: Matters of the Heart

Acts 11:23 “When he came and had seen the grace of God,
he was glad, and encouraged them all that with
purpose of heart they should continue with the Lord.”

September 19, 2010 ∙ River Road Church, Baptist

8000 River Road ∙ Richmond, VA 23229 ∙ (804) 288-1131

5:45-6:30 PM Fellowship & Refreshments

6:30-6:55 PM Plenary session with Dr. Mike Clingenpeel

7:00-7:55 PM Session I

8:00-8:55 PM Session II

Register $5 -- Pay at the door

Conferences and Leaders

Church Growth and Evangelism

“Humor in the Bible”- Session One Chapel Room 254

Led by Mark Biddle

"A brief discussion of the nature and theological significance of comic elements in biblical literature."

“How to Approach Bible Study” - Session Two Chapel Room 254

Led by Mark Biddle

"A few hints to help demystify Bible study."

“Sunday School Directors” - Session One ONLY Room 106

Led by David Burt

“How to be an More Effective Sunday School Director” - “A Sunday School Director is a leader not a record keeper or a purchasing agent for the Sunday School. Discover the real role of the effective Sunday School Director.”

“Veteran Teachers: How to Stay Connected/Fresh for Life.” – Repeated Room 228

Led by Lucy Dorr

“How do you maintain the freshness of your call to ministry? We will share tips to make the most of every day that God gives us; To continue to serve with energy and enthusiasm the work God has called us to do. What is your secret to keep alive the fire in your heart?”

Youth Sunday School:

“Keys to being a Great Youth Teacher” - Session One Room 171

Led by Derek Gordon

“Come discuss practical ways you can realize your call to minister to youth and what you are doing to minister out of passion.”

“How to be an More Effective Youth Teacher” - Session Two Room 171

Led by Derek Gordon

“Discover some great ways to be more effective as a youth teacher. Avoid that Sunday morning anxiety of teaching youth.”

Preschool Sunday School:

“Keys to being a Great Preschool Teacher” - Session One Room 122

Led by Amanda Lott

“Teaching preschoolers is about how to be a teacher with heart and purpose for the little ones you teach.”

“How to be a More Effective Preschool Teacher” - Session Two Room 122

Led by Amanda Lott

“Discover the ‘who, what, when, where and how’ of teaching preschoolers.”

Children’s Sunday School:

“Keys to Being a Great Children’s Teacher” - Session One Room 154

Led by Annette McMahan

“Explore why we teach and better understand the children we teach.”

“How to be a More Effective Children’s Teacher” - Session Two Room 154

Led by Annette McMahan

“Discover the ‘who, what, when where and how’s of teaching children.”

Adults Sunday School:

“Keys to being a Great Adult Teacher” - Session One Room 108

Led by Rupert Rose

“Discover the A-B-C’s of Adult Sunday School. Participants will explore how to make Sunday mornings a time of ministry and not just a gathering of adults.”

“How to be an More Effective Adult Teacher” - Session Two Room 108

Led by Rupert Rose

“Help! I am a teacher of adults. Why can’t I just be facilitator for the class, read the scripture and see what happens?”

Care Ministry: Self and Others

“Prayer Life: Health and Wellness” – Repeated Room 119

Led by Randy Ashcraft

“Participants will examine practical ways to develop a healthier life through the experience of Prayer.”

“Overcoming Fears with Ministering to Those Different From Us” - Session One

Led by Dan Bagby Room 224

“How do we minister to folks who struggle with anger, apathy, dependence, frustration, guilt, manipulation, suspicion, or other forms of human woundedness? We will share ways to respond redemptively to each of these experiences.

“Grief Care” - Session Two Room 224

Led by Dan Bagby

“What to Say, What Not to Say, What to Know, and how to give support to folks experiencing different dimensions of grief and loss.”

“Coaching/Mentoring” - Repeated Room 152

Led by Ken Kessler

Bible Teaching Ministry

“Soul Care for Weary Shepherds” - Repeated Room 232

Led by Steve Booth

“Ministerial shepherds of all stripes and callings live in a 24/7 world full of unrealistic expectations and demands on their time and energy. Unfortunately, not only body, but also soul are neglected as they care for the flock. What is a weary shepherd to do? Insights gleaned from scripture, our early Christian fathers and mothers, and family systems theory will inform our dialogue on practices essential to nourishing the soul of the congregational shepherd.”

“Being a Better Steward when the Economy isn’t Helping” - Session One Room 132

Led by Don Campbell

“When money is tight how do you evaluate priorities; establish a reasonable spending plan; Equip yourself for the journey.”

“Being a Better Steward when the Economy isn’t Helping” - Session Two Room 132

Led by Don Campbell

“Becoming aware of biblical stewardship (theology); becoming aware of current practices (methodology); discovering awesome resources to assist in ministry (practices): These are essentials for good stewardship.”

Attractional to Missional” - Session One Room 230

Led by John Chandler

“How does the church in Virginia re-think its engagement with people who have never had any formal connection with the church or faith whatsoever? This session will give some frameworks and suggestions about how to connect to our neighbors, friends, and family members with the heart of Jesus Christ who is seeking them.”

“Inside the Heart and Mind of the Unchurched” - Session Two Room 230

Led by John Chandler

“When church was a ‘home game,’ we expected the unchurched to come to our churches, learn our ways, and join in. But Christianity in the U.S. is now an ‘away game’ (even in Richmond), and the onus is now on us to translate the hope of Jesus to people who need the Gospel but have no idea of what we are talking about. This session will take us into the hearts and minds of those who know very little of church: what they want and need, and how we can translate Good News to them for life transformation.”

“Can Your Church Reach Baby Boomers?" – Repeated Room 102

Led by Bob Dale

“Baby Boomers, a `sandwich` generation, is squeezed by conflicting interests. Churches who successfully minister to boomers will preach and live a richer, deeper Gospel than was demanded by earlier generations. Is your church up to the challenge?

“Fresh Expressions” – Repeated Reception Room

Led by Wayne Faison

“Fresh Expressions is a movement developing across the world, sweeping up congregations and denominations, which are cultivating new kinds of church alongside existing congregations, in order to engage our growing post-Christian society. At its heart, Fresh Expressions is about empowering and equipping God's people in every congregation to develop creative expressions of church that can reach the increasing diversity of our society.”

“Hungering for Worship: Expressing Our Heartfelt Devotion” – Repeated Room 226

Led by Tom Ingram

“A look at the `why, where and how’ of authentic worship for the individual and the congregation.”

"Taking the Church out into the Community to Connect them with Christ"– Repeated

Led by Greg LeMaster Room 143

“The discussion will be about Outreach, House Church/Simple Church, and Home Groups”

“More to Life: An Easy to Use Way to Share Your Faith” – Repeated Room 141

Led by Caitlin McLaren Figura

“More to Life is a new faith sharing tool that will help individuals develop a more practical and natural way to share their faith in Jesus Christ. Become more familiar with this tool in this session.”

Connecting Parents To the Heart of Youth Ministry:

“Doors to Communication and Windows of Opportunity” - Session One Room 173

Led by Cindy Marshall

“We will discuss the topic of facilitating harmony and providing encouragement and resources within families served by your church’s youth program.”

“Tearing Down Walls While Constructing Proper Boundaries” - Session Two Room 173

Led by Cindy Marshall

“Edification is the key to encouraging healthy interaction between teens, parents, and your church. We will discuss this biblical imperative in the context of youth ministry.”

“Pursuing Missional Faithfulness…a Spiritual Journey” – Repeated Room 145

Led by Jim Peak

“A congregation walks with God to discern and live into his missional call on the life and ministry of the church. This call includes the call to be and the call to do. Learn more about this transforming pilgrimage of faith where a congregation discerns with God, and each other, God’s desire future for it.”

Sunday School Outreach

“How to Organize and Implement Effective Sunday School Outreach” - Session Two ONLY

Led by Sharon Smith Room 104

“Discover the nuts and bolts of an effective outreach ministry for the Sunday School that works.”

“Creating a Welcoming Environment” - Repeated Room 213

Led by Ralph Starling

“In these sessions I will share what I am learning and doing to help Richmond’s First Baptist Church create a culture of hospitality. Both sessions are on my personal experience rather than a clinical presentation. There will also be the opportunity for us to have conversation on ways we can help others attending church feel valued and loved. I believe our time of sharing together will be helpful and refreshing! “