Synergy

Do you sense the Lord guiding you into ministry leadership? Are you unsure, but you’re beginning to feel that leading? Are you confused about where to start and what to do next? In this session, we’ll examine what a call to ministry means and the pathway for taking your next steps into that calling.   Josh Willaford Leader Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Leading worship is more than just singing and playing music. As worship leaders, it is important to have a full understanding and to walk in the biblical and theological depth of worship.   Jordan Biel Lead Pastor, Rock of Grace

The Power of Agreement! Could Matthew 18:19-20, Acts 1:14, and Psalm 133, be a key to the release of the power of Holy Spirit in our lives and ministry? This session will investigate this and provide guidance in corporate, guided, passionate core prayer.   John Musgrave Church Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Are you ready if an unsafe person comes into your church? Are you prepared to keep church member information safe and keep church staff safe online? This session will give you a 101 level look at building both physical and cyber security at your church and give you some ways to start preparing. Jeff Heimberger Director of IT & Security, Ohio Ministry Network   Shawn Stauffer Firefighter/Paramedic/...

There are several types of poverty including situational poverty, generational poverty, world-wide poverty, and spiritual poverty. This session will help those who are working with people in poverty to better understand them while building bridges of trust to help lift and empower them out of it.   Jason Bachman Convoy of Hope

There is a difference between doing events to bring your community to your church and taking the mission of the church into the community. During this session the leadership from Convoy of Hope will discuss strategic ways to meet needs and make lasting Kingdom impact in your community.   Jason Bachman Convoy of Hope

Fishes and loaves, bedtimes and leftovers night. All you have is enough for service in the Kingdom. The everyday normal moments are the just the spice Jesus is looking for. In this session, we’ll talk about living our whole lives on mission, ending the war between the sacred and secular, and how to win people to Jesus from the living room couch. Living a life on mission isn’t a vocation, as Christ...

Discover the importance of leading and discipling men of honor, both young and old.  Using biblical teachings with modern day tools, we can we can save a generation and their future from the lies of the world.   Eric Diehl Lead Pastor, Covenant Life

Coaching is more than a buzzword. Discipleship is more than a buzzword. Could these two concepts, coaching and discipleship, be vitally and intrinsically related to one another? Discover how to use coaching principles as tools in your discipleship process, coaching people forward into a growing relationship with Christ!   Dutch Vander Vlucht Lead Pastor, New Life

Explore ways to engage and connect seniors to the life of your church while sharing ideas to care for them.   Duane & Kristi Bull Pastoral Care, Highway Tabernacle

Serving as a leader in any capacity comes with exciting opportunities and meaningful moments, but it also comes with challenges, tough decisions, and growing responsibilities that all contribute to STRESS. In this session, you’ll be given tools and pathways to help you navigate your stress in ways that are healthy and productive for you and those you serve.   Don Lichi Emerge Counseling Services,...

In this session, you will receive insight on how to create a sustainable model for organizational leadership and growth by utilizing key principles that create a healthy infrastructure for your ministry. Learn how to create clarity and alignment while deploying a vision effectively and wholistically to accomplish the mission that God has place in front of you.   Kent Ingle President, Southeastern...

"I'm not an evangelist". "Witnessing scares me!" "I do not feel I have the right tools to share my faith."  Have you said something like this?? You’re not alone. Yet, you have a message to share that EVERYONE in your community needs to hear.     But how?! Often, we feel inadequate sharing our faith. It's time to start impacting the people around us in an effective way.  Learn how to make a "Jesus...

This session will help you understand what trauma is, the effects of trauma and how to best minister to children who have experienced trauma. Behaviors related to trauma can often be mistaken as defiant behavior. Understanding trauma can help you know how to effectively minister to children who have been affected by this.   Dr David and Jayne Schooler Dayton First Church of the Nazarene, and Commu...

No matter where you serve in ministry, you’re going encounter people who have experienced hurts, hang ups, and disappointments that need care and direction. Often, you’re placed in situations where you are the first helpful voice into a person’s pain. In this session, you will receive skills and tools to assist you in more effectively meeting the needs of those who need guidance, care, and support...

Between leaders, curriculum, planning and relationships with kids, kids ministry is a lot of moving parts. Discover some core ways to operate your church’s kids ministry with excellence. JBQ & BGMC will also be discussed during this session.   Derek Sanborn Children's Pastor, Peoples Church

Ephesians 4:11 clearly describes how Christ has given to His Church Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, and Teachers for the sake of equipping people for acts of service and the building up of the Body. Yet, for some reason the Church seems to elevate some gifts while ignoring others. This session will focus on understanding the dynamics of how people function in these gifts in the Church. I...

Learn ways to start and maintain a ministry to women in your congregation and the importance of women's ministry to the local church.   Danielle Dickerson OMNWomen Director

Hear and brainstorm out-of-the-box ideas for starting and maintaining a girls ministry in your local church…no badges needed!   Crystal Faatz

Discover how to support families who are struggling during and beyond pregnancy. Learn what resources are available for these families.   Cindi BostonEdit Profile Heartbeat International VP

Navigating your leadership with relational wisdom can be challenging. In this session, your presenter will unpack the principles of emotional intelligence to assist you in leading those around you and yourself in a way that maximizes your relational connections. Emotional intelligence (EQ) refers to the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions, as well as the emotions of oth...

We are living in a culture that is becoming increasingly hostile to followers of Christ. Unfortunately even Christians are getting pulled into the "cancel culture" wars. This breakout session will empower you to treat your neighbor with Spirit-empowered radical love while at the same time living by the truth of the Gospel. Al Yanno Ohio Church Multiplication Network Director

One of the greatest challenges for churches in rural and small communities is building trust. This session will discuss powerful principles and Spirit-led activities that will build trust among community leaders, key stakeholders, and influential organizations. Embedding yourself and your church into the challenges and life of your city can bring about major Kingdom impact and open doors for God-s...

We want our work with kids to be practical, measurable and sustainable. Our goal is to teach kids how to draw closer to God and be spiritually resilient as they mature into the leaders of the church. We want them to be disciples of Christ and have a heart that beats for spiritual relationship with a Savior. But what constructs will allow us to do that? Using the 8 Goals of Children's Ministry writ...

A gatherer is a people magnet who is able to draw people in spiritual pursuits of Jesus Christ - they are able to say “Come with me and see." The Bible tells us MUCH about this person, but the church in the USA really does not know who this person is nor how to put them to work in the harvest. Join us as we begin an initial conversation about Gatherers (about GSE) - who Gatherers are, how we disco...