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This session will be a discussion of what church video systems involve. Projection, camera gear, live streaming, and much more. We’ll discuss some cost-effective ways to get the most out of what you have and discuss where video production technology is heading in the future. Leader: Jonathan Lawhon, warrenbaptist.org Media Director, Warren Baptist Church, Augusta, GA

Learn by playing and singing music that lets children lead in corporate worship/multi-generational worship. Leader: Carol James Freelance Children’s Music Specialist and Percussionist

In this fast-paced workshop, video producer, Jon Graham offers 10 suggestions for using video to enhance your worship service or grow your outreach – complete with quick “how-to” segments for each idea and a survey of the tools needed to accomplish these goals. Leader: Jon Graham, LinkedIn | Twitter State Missionary, Communications, Georgia Baptist Mission Board Duluth, GA

The family arrives on Sunday morning together. They then move to different locations of the church for Bible study and worship. After the closing prayer, they reconvene in the parking lot. Our physical disconnectedness is resulting in a spiritual disconnectedness. Let’s talk about how the church can help the family stay spiritually connected. We will discuss some principles and strategies for partnering with parents so the ministry we provide students does not end when they leave the church property. Leader: Brent Baskin, youthministryforfree.com Associate Professor of Christian Studies, Shorter University, Rome, GA

John has a heart for reaching influencers of students through campus ministry and helping leaders leverage their uniqueness in reaching students. In this breakout, you will discover how to grow the kingdom and your church by being an influencer in your community. Leader: John Oliver Youth Pastor, Rosemont Baptist Church, LaGrange, GA

Let’s be honest. There is no such thing as part-time ministry. In this session, we will look at overcoming the challenges we face from week to week as “part-timers,” and discuss ways that will allow us to be more effective in what God has called us to do. Leaders: Clint and Heather Whitlock Youth Leaders, Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, Griffin, GA

Children sometimes have misconceptions about salvation, what it means to be a Christian, and how to become a Christian. In this session you’ll learn some great ways to have conversations with children that will lead them to Christ. Leader: Bill Hegedus Family Pastor, Bethlehem Church, Bethlehem, GA

Never underestimate what God can do in anyone’s life but especially in the heart and life of someone with special needs. In this session you’ll learn ways to share the Gospel with all children from a Special Needs Champion. Leader: Monec Johnson Director of Thrive, First Baptist Church, Woodstock, GA

The church campus tells a story. Stories are all around us, in virtually every aspect of our daily experiences, which means that our church and ministry facilities also tell a story. Tim Cool offers a unique perspective on the importance of church buildings. These buildings are vastly more important than most understand. The church campus and the story of the people in the church go hand-in-hand and are interwoven into each other. We cannot neglect the power of story and how our church facilities communicate a story. In this session, several key questions about church facilities are answered: How does church space support the story of the people? How does the church space prime the heart, minds, and emotions of your guests? How does your facility bring people into the story of the church? Leader: Tim Cool, LinkedIn | Facebook Chief Solutions Officer, Cool Solutions Group, Charlotte NC

In this session we will discuss response efforts following Hurricane Michael, including lessons learned and how church teams and credentialed DR volunteers can partner more effectively for future disaster responses. Leader: Stuart Lang (with David Self) State Missionary, Community Missions and Disaster Response, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Student ministry can take all of your time, but it’s usually not the only hat you wear. Learn several tools, hacks, and course corrections to get things done, feel effective, and even take a breath once in a while. Leader: Mark Galo Youth Pastor, FBC Statesboro, Statesboro, GA

So you find yourself in a praise band with drums, bass, acoustic guitars … it’s a very different world from being the lone musician. What is your role? Do you play more or less? Do you play what is on the page or improvise? Learn how to be a good neighbor to your fellow musicians. Leader: Kathy Duren Minister of Music, Concord Baptist Church, Cumming, GA

In this class, you will learn some best practices when receiving and protecting contributions given to the church, ensuring funds received are accounted for, and are deposited intact and whole. Part 1 will focus on contribution receipts, while Part 2 will focus on protection of the church in dealing with contributions. Leader: Kimberly B. Moore CEO/Owner, Moore Tax, LLC, Bloomingdale, GA

Whether your kids have corporate worship time together on Sunday, Wednesday, or any other time during the week, you can make sure the time is spent elevating God’s Word, teaching biblical truth, and sharing the Gospel. Learn about resources that will help your children’s worship explode with excitement. Leader: Scott Patrick Pastor to Children, First Baptist Church, Douglasville, GA

No matter what instrument you play, we all know that playing “solo” is very different from the skill of accompanying. As organists, we have the honor of doing both. What if you are handed a piano score that needs to be played on the organ? Maybe you are a pianist by training, and you have been asked to play the organ? Come, let’s talk about these tasks and leave with some practical insight that will make us more effective in our ministry. Leader: Nick Duke State Missionary, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Join other women’s ministry leaders from your area to exchange ideas about effective ministry with women in the church. Leader: Beverly Skinner, georgiabaptistwomen.org State Missionary, Georgia Baptist Women, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Good Design makes the difference in whether someone engages with your content or keeps scrolling. This workshop will look at how to use Canva, a free, web-based application, to create compelling graphics for screens, social media, and print. Create compelling design to communicate the Gospel. Leader: Alan Smith, calvaryga.com | LinkedIn Pastor of Marketing and Creative Arts, Calvary Baptist Church, Columbus, GA

This session will aid in discovering your purpose in Christ and gaining the skills to fulfill that purpose. Leader: Michael Flowers State RA & Camp Kaleo Director, State Missionary, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Whether you teach a small group of kids or a large group, in this session you’ll hear a veteran kids minister share the three parts of preparation – spiritual preparation, Bible study preparation, and teaching/activity preparation. Leader: Maria Brannen

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in a rut in kids ministry? Come learn from one of the most creative family pastors in the country to see how you can take the kids ministry at your church to the next level. Leader: Bill Hegedus Family Pastor, Bethlehem Church, Bethlehem, GA

When you hear the words “visitor” and “guest,” do you consider them synonymous? Do you think we are splitting hairs by looking for a distinction between the two terms? I believe we must be intentional with the words we use. In this session, we will explore some simple – but intentional – adjustments that can transform your guests’ experience. If we believe that our “church” is actually not for those regularly attending but rather for those not here yet, then why would we not take steps to make this the best experience ever. Leader: Tim Cool, LinkedIn | Facebook Chief Solutions Officer Cool Solutions Group, Charlotte, NC

Preaching is hard. What if there were a way to ease the stress and improve your delivery at the same time? Join us as we discover ways to be more purposeful behind the pulpit. Sunday is coming. Are you ready? Leader: Levi Skipper Senior Pastor, Concord Baptist, Clermont, GA

This session will center around preventative and actions steps to take at the church to discourage an active shooter. The discussion will include actions to take if your church has an active shooter and the gun law in Georgia. Leader: Ben O’Neal State Missionary, Operations, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

This session is about the theological and philosophical approach that churches should have regarding the rights of Religious Liberty in our country. Its goal is to help church leaders leave with a practical understanding that promotes evangelism and missions. Leader: Mike Griffin, gabaptist.org/publicaffairs/ Public Affairs Representative, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Learn rehearsal techniques to bring out the best in your choir. Managing time in the rehearsal is a key to successful singing. William will share effective tips that will strengthen your rehearsals! Leader: William Powell Professor of Music, Auburn University, Auburn, AL

Superheroes and ministry. Ministers find themselves dealing with conflict, managing schedules, planning worship, leading choirs, and a myriad of duties that are placed on the desk. Mixed with another job and home responsibilities, the task can be daunting. Keith has experienced this personally. His insights in leadership will provide the tools needed to serve with effectiveness and joy! Leader: Keith Chandler State Missionary, Georgia Baptist Mission Board NOTE: Recording ends abruptly

Each girl’s story is strengthened through a relationship in Christ. Learn how missions focus through Girls in Action and Kid’s Ministry can develop her to grow in Him. Help her discover how to live for Him in her community and beyond. Leader: Lauren Sullens Children’s Equipper, Georgia Baptist Women

Have some things in your office management routine become stagnant? Have you been doing things the same way for years? Maybe it’s time for some changes. Some changes may be simply cosmetic, but some are a little more challenging. Let’s look at some ways to refresh your office and your office management routines. Leader: Sandra Sartor Trainer/Consultant, OPT for Success, Cleveland, GA

Is Vacation Bible School a program with a long legacy that needs to be put out to the proverbial pasture? Is it really worth all the time, energy, and money? In this session, participants will hear the truth about VBS and be exposed to the myths that keep churches from reaching their community with the gospel through VBS. Come be encouraged by the latest research which clearly shows VBS is not a program to save, but a vibrant and effective tool to reach our communities for Christ. Leader: Landry Holmes, kidsministry.lifeway.com Manager, LifeWay Kids Publishing, LifeWay Resources, Nashville, TN

The average adult vocabulary is over 60,000 words. We use those words to form hundreds and thousands of messages – some simple messages with BIG impact. In this session, participants will consider six phrases that kids need to hear to help them become who God created them to be. Leader: Susan Allen Minister to Children, First Baptist Church, Statesboro, GA

Your child is heading off to college and the two of you have no clue how to navigate what’s coming. In the world of shifting roles and expectations, discover ways to maneuver the path of “adulting” with your child; including critical thinking, problem solving, life skills, etc., while still loving and respecting one another. Leader: Tony Branham, gabcm.org Campus Minister, Armstrong Campus, Georgia Southern University, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Groups function best when three essential roles are carried out: teacher, shepherd, and leader. We’ll see what each role entails and how to enlist others to share these roles. Leader: Lynn Pryor Publishing Team Leader, Groups, LifeWay Christian Resources, Nashville, TN

“Everything rises and falls on leadership” – John Maxwell. Sure, as leaders, we feel the weight of this reality each week. Most of us would probably admit that, while serving others, it’s easy to neglect our own spiritual care and well-being. Unpack key strategies for personal spiritual health and growth, and how to implement them into our busy lives in this stimulating session. Leader: Lane Lowery Spiritual Formation Pastor, Warren Baptist Church, Augusta, GA

The way we treat our guests on Sunday morning determines whether or not they’ll return and become our next new members. This session provides proven, practical methods for creating an atmosphere for our guests where they want to return! Leader: Alan Raughton Adult Ministry Specialist, LifeWay Christian Resources, Nashville, TN

Our churches are about the Great Commission of “making disciples.” However, there are numerous discipleship models currently being rolled out in churches that bypass the Sunday school ministry. Evaluate your current model and learn how to elevate the disciple-making efforts of your Sunday school. Leader: Marty Godfrey Executive Pastor, Burnt Hickory Baptist Church, Powder Springs, GA

Come learn how to fund your church can fund ministry with resources above and beyond the typically tithes and offerings. Leader: Jonathan Gray, gbcfoundation.org President/CEO, Georgia Baptist Foundation NOTE: Recording ends abruptly

Effective worship planning with your pastor; this class is designed for the minister of music and the pastor. Dr. John Waters, Lead Pastor of First Baptist Church, Statesboro, and Rhon Carter provide insights on teamwork, knowing the congregation, working through change, and much more. Leader: John Waters, fbc-statesboro.org Lead Pastor, First Baptist Church, Statesboro, GA Leader: Rhon Carter Worship Pastor, First Baptist Church, Statesboro, GA

Come and learn from two of Georgia’s best student choir leaders. You will hear some new ideas for you to use in your ministry. Learn some useful tools to enlist and sustain members. Leader: Mark Cottingham Executive Pastor, Worship and Arts Ministry, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Marietta, GA Leader: Sarah Cottingham Youth Choir Director, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church, Marietta, GA

What do I do with my hands? My choir doesn’t read music – what now? We are a small choir – can we be effective? These are common questions relative to smaller-attendance churches. Discover tips to make even a small choir make a BIG impact in your worship service. Leader: Keith Chandler State Missionary, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

Have you ever been handed a skeleton lead sheet with just chords and a simple melody? Don’t panic! You can make it a beautiful prelude or offertory. We will discover ways to enhance a simple lead sheet. It’s easier than you may think! Leader: Kathy Duren Minister of Music, Concord Baptist Church, Cumming, GA

Empower your kids to be on mission for Christ. Give them the tools they need to confidently share the Gospel with everyone they meet. Leader: Zachariah Seanor, wmu.com Ministry Consultant for Royal Ambassadors, Youth on Mission, and Challengers, National WMU, Birmingham, AL

Medical professionals have specialized skills that can be used in many different missions settings, as well as on mission teams that are not designated “medical missions.” Discover how to involve medical professionals in your missions initiatives. Leader: Debby Akerman, wmu.com President Elect, National Baptist Nursing Fellowship

This conference will lead participants in discovering the mechanics of publishing. Participants will discuss layout, design, text, and other components of publishing quality materials, as well as adding that “something extra” that will make people read your publications. And, just so you know, everything you produce — printed materials, PowerPoint presentations, your website, and, yes, some of your social media — should be considered a publication. How are you connecting with your audience? P.S. If you would like and don’t mind being critiqued, bring copies of some of your creations for review! Leader: Sandra Sartor Trainer/Consultant, OPT for Success, Cleveland, GA

As teachers we often want to teach in the ways we like to learn best. This approach may not always meet the needs of the preschoolers we teach. This session will explore the ways God made preschoolers to learn and help teachers harness unique learning approaches to meet the needs of every child in the classroom. Leader: Landry Holmes, kidsministry.lifeway.com Manager, LifeWay Kids Publishing, LifeWay Resources, Nashville, TN

Good teachers come in all shapes, sizes, ages, and personalities, but certain habits seem to separate effective teachers from the less effective. In this conference, participants will learn skills that can move teachers from “just okay” to highly effective. Leader: Susan Allen Minister to Children, First Baptist Church, Statesboro, GA

One of the privileges and challenges of leading is helping wonderfully different personalities live and work in harmony. Learn valuable personality style and spiritual gift insights to help you embrace who you are in light of Whose you are. These insights will enhance your ability to empower others as you grasp the value of understanding as you want to be understood, hearing as you want to be heard, and caring as you want to be cared for. Leader: Sheila West Ministry Multiplier, LifeWay Resources, Nashville, TN

In this class, you will learn some best practices when receiving and protecting contributions given to the church, ensuring funds received are accounted for, and are deposited intact and whole. Part 1 will focus on contribution receipts, while Part 2 will focus on protection of the church in dealing with contributions. Leader: Kimberly B. Moore, LinkedIn CEO/Owner, Moore Tax, LLC, Bloomingdale, GA

Preaching is hard. What if there were a way to ease the stress and improve your delivery at the same time? Join us as we discover ways to be more purposeful behind the pulpit. Sunday is coming. Are you ready? Leader: Levi Skipper Former Senior Pastor, Concord Baptist, Clermont, GA Currently, Evangelism Catalyst, Georgia Baptist Mission Board, Duluth, GA

Students today struggle with understanding what an authentic faith looks after leaving the safety of their families and youth groups. In this session, we will explore how to ensure that students actively grow and live out their faith in Jesus after leaving high school. Leader: Jessie Holmes, gabcm.org Campus Minister, Augusta University, Georgia Baptist Mission Board

We’ll discuss seven questions on the minds of guests, and we’ll see the things you can do to provide answers that motivate them to return. Leader: Lynn Pryor Publishing Team Leader, Groups, LifeWay Christian Resources, Nashville, TN