Synergy

Whether you work in a standard organizational church structure or a two-person ministry team, these heuristic team principles will shift everything you know about leadership, servanthood, and church leadership. Join Dele Okuwobi as he reveals seven timeless principles needed to propel the 21st Century Church forward as a multiplying movement.   Dele Okuwobi 21st Century Church

This session will provide practical steps in guiding you as you move forward with your Ohio for Jesus plan and ways to share it with key stakeholders.   Dan Holbrook Assistant Superintendent, Ohio Ministry Network

Dinner Church is the way the early church did church. In this session, we’ll briefly discuss modern culture and its impact on the church, church history including the dinner church, and the adaptability of the dinner church model to modern culture.   Carl Bauchspiess AGWM

Learn how to partner with the Holy Spirit to increase prayer and prayer's effectiveness.   Brent Heishman Lead Pastor, CenterPoint Church

Join John Musgrave and Brent Heishman as together we unpack relational discipleship and provide strategies for forming discipleship relationships. "Spiritual Formation or the transference of spiritual DNA presupposes a relationship." "A missional relationally driven discipleship strategy will be intentional, organic, and transformative!"   Brent Heishman Lead Pastor, CenterPoint Church

Jesus told His disciples to "make disciples of all nations." Now God has brought the nations to our neighborhood, literally. We will explore and discuss basic things every person and church can do to engage the nations around us. No plane ticket required.   Andy Erickson Dayton Chi Alpha

The Church in the 21st Century is facing some critical challenges that we must address if we are going to be sustainable and effective. In this session, we will examine the challenges and discuss fresh expressions of the Church to bring the Gospel to a culture that has become increasingly post-Christian.   Al Yanno Church Multiplication Director, Ohio Church Multiplication Network

Storytelling that engages hearts and minds and brings people back for more is already a challenge for many communicators. Navigating how to do it online is even more daunting, especially when people have a lot of great digital choices for church already. How do you make sure you are connecting with your audiences in a digital space? Join Pastors Aaron DeLong and Derrick Smith of Simple Church to l...

Regardless of your church size, you can run a children's ministry that's done with the kind of excellence that you find in a Disney park. We'll walk through 10 steps that Disney takes to provide an unforgettable experience. You don't need a mega budget to reach kids, you just need to capture their God-given imaginations so they grow up believing in a BIG GOD!   Mikki Christopher Faith Assembly of...

Over the years, Pastor Rex has tapped into existing resources and partnered with Revive Ohio enabling their church to witness a large group of their community make decisions for Christ. In this session, he will share resources and experiences to help churches reach their communities for Jesus!   Rex King Lead Pastor, New Beginnings AG

This session will examine how to restore the art of disciple making to the local church.   Brent Heishman Lead Pastor, CenterPoint Church

Our world is more connected than it has ever been. At the same time we are still racially divided. What is the responsibility of the church and what do children's ministries do to help bring unity and healing to the communities in which we serve and love?   Derek Sanborn Children's Pastor, Peoples Church

Marlene Craft Widows Link

What caused the early churches to grow from 25,000 to 20 million in 200 years? How did the Chinese underground church grow from 2 million to over 100 million in sixty years despite considerable opposition, and without professional leaders, training facilities, or buildings? What was the metta Idea that sparked this movement? Hint, it’s not meeting in homes, micro churches, or being missional.   De...

During this session, you will be given practical ways to both begin and to grow your Speed the Light journey with your students. You will be given specific ideas for raising money and how to plan and execute giving drives.   Galen Bell Youth Pastor, Immanuel Assembly of God

This session is perfect for the leader that is ready to start using social media to grow their ministry. We will talk about What To Do & What Not to Do in the social media world, as well as, how to get started & tools to help you be successful.   Amanda Majors Connections Coordinator, One Church

Churches that are multiethnic, multicultural, or multiracial are biblical and good, however, if you strive for those things, you may get that, and only that. Until you focus on Love & Unity, there is no guarantee that the different ethnic, cultural, and racial groups gathered will show self-sacrificial love for each other or display unity as one Body of Christ. In this session pastors, Oneya Okuwo...

Helping volunteers see their potential and that they are not just filling a spot. How to express the "why" of what you do so they realize they are changing lives. Moving them towards excitement and ownership!   Melissa Sawastuk Children's Pastor, Ravenna Assembly of God

This workshop examines cross-cultural ministry, helping you gain confidence in cultural competency, reaching those who look and act differently than you do. Through this session, you will understand people who have different cultural and racial backgrounds than you, bringing you a greater understanding on how to reach each individual in your church and your community.   Shelby McQuiller The Meetin...

First, let’s tackle the fear of the unknown and look at people with special needs through God’s eyes. Then, let’s discover some practical ways to minister, ensuring the ability to include everyone who walks through your doors.   Tracie Corll Special Touch Ministry

Would you agree that there’s more to Children’s Ministry than checking in kids? Do you ever find that you need to track more than your Worship Team’s scheduling history? Or, that you need more than one way to communicate with your group? Ministry is not one size fits all. And, your church management system shouldn’t be, either. In this interactive breakout session, we’ll discuss how you can use yo...

We are going to walk through how to plan a short-term missions trip and also talk about what to do and what NOT to do as a team lead. We're also going to talk about managing what mission trips have looked like in times of COVID. Any questions are welcome.   Katrina Del Valle Servant, Peoples Church (House Church)

Imagine what serving together would look like if generations could understand, honor and communicate together in order to lead well! We will take a practical look at what this means for kids ministry (and other ministries)!   Meghan Boyle Children's Pastor, Journey Church

This session will examine core convictions and emerging practices for a local church, of any size, to take ownership and engagement in the Great Commission to the next level. We will explore how to engage every age group in the church in the mission of God, and get input from a panel of strategic missions thinkers who are creatively leading their congregations. Expect an interactive session with Q...

COVID-19, Racial Tension, and Politics have created a major crisis in our nation this past year. When you add these to other struggles of the culture, it is enough to discourage anyone and any church. These cultural crises can either be a great obstacle to the advancement of the Gospel or they can be a great opportunity. Come discover how God is raising up His Church in these dark times to be a be...