Speaker: David Larry Kim

Title: “The Fellowship of the Suffering: Embodying the Presence of Christ so that None Would Walk Alone”

Description: When a non-Christian suffers, a Christian often goes through the same kind of suffering so that the world can see the difference that Christ makes. How can we incarnate the life of Jesus in ways that show His nearness to those who are hurting? Hear some practical, pastoral tips to help the church and its leaders walk with those who are suffering.

Speaker: Jonathan Holmes

Title: “Ministry, Burnout, and Self Care”

Description: Ministry leaders today face enormous and ordinary challenges in their various contexts. Often, in the push and pull of caring for others, attentiveness to one’s own body and soul can be left by the wayside. In this breakout session, we will examine some of the common symptoms of burnout, discuss why this happens, and seek to offer a biblical view of self-care.

Speakers: Kim Kira and Jennifer Kira

Title: “Developing a Gospel-Centered Women’s Ministry”

Description: This seminar will aim to take a practical look at developing a gospel-centered women’s ministry by considering how a church can help women to trust and love Christ more, so that they would love more like Christ. It will look at some of the foundations and focuses of women’s ministry, as well as offer some clear first steps to take in establishing and building up such a ministry. 

Speakers: Cameron Cole, Clark Fobes, and Terrence Shay

Title: “Family Discipleship and the Church”

Description: “How the Whole Church Can Disciple Young People” (Terrence Shay) provides an overview of how all people and all departments of a church can contribute to biblical discipleship of young people. “The Critical Need and Simple Direction for Equipping Parents to Disciple Kids” (Cameron Cole) paints a picture of how any church, regardless of size and resources, can facilitate an effective family discipleship ministry. “Ministry to the Modern Child” (Clark Fobes) explains how today’s youth are growing up in a shame / honor culture due to the ubiquity of social media and technology.