Ohio Ministry Network

Learn what tools and resources are available to help you lead your teams well.   Scott ShawWorship Pastor, Worthington Christian Church

This workshop will discuss the basic principles of how a Parent Church & a Parent Affiliated Church (PAC) work together. Whether you are planting a church or merging with a church, the PAC model is designed to help your relationship be stronger and more impactful. This will be a panel discussion that will address different models as well as give resources on how to design your working relationship. Al YannoChurch Multiplication Director, Ohio Ministry Network and Konan StephensLead Pastor, C3 Church and Josh PlaisanceLead Pastor, The Dwelling Place

In Part 2 of this session, participants will discover resources and applications for ongoing learning regarding the understanding and interpreting of the Bible. Josh WillafordLead Pastor, New Life Church

In Part 1 of this session, participants will learn practical ways to understand, interpret, and teach the Bible.   Josh WillafordLead Pastor, New Life Church

In this session, we will be providing resources and techniques to equip leaders in facilitating conversation in the Information Age. Culture changes, but the Word does not. Learn how to help teenagers stay Biblical accurate and culturally relevant.   Nate OrtizNetwork Youth Director, Ohio Ministry Network

This session will give a brief overview of key elements of production including sound, lighting, and ProPresenter, and how to effectively use them in your worship environment.   Christian BucherYouth and Production Pastor, Radiant Life Church

How do you intentionally create defining moments in your ministry that will make a lasting impact for years to come? From milestones and special events to individually speaking life into the lives of kids and their parents, this session will help you think out of the box and view your ministry through the lens of individual moments. Discover how intentionally creating these brief moments can change the lives of the people you minister to.   Lynna MooneyChildren's Pastor, Lima First

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 & Oneya Okuwobi as they reveal ten timeless principles needed to propel the 21st Century Church forward as a multiplying movement.   Oneya OkuwobiDirector of Cultural Inclusion, 21st Century Church   and   Dele OkuwobiLead Pastor, 21st Century Church

Come discover the Enneagram personality test! This personality assessment is based on nine personality types and will help you learn more about yourself, those with whom you work, and how to work better together as a team.   Angel PorubskyLead Pastor, Radiant Life Church

How can we teach, lead, and guide our services, lessons and special events to help our kids live Holy Spirit empowered? We will talk about practical and hands-on about these things in this session.   Meghan BoyleChildren's Pastor, Journey Church

High turnover in volunteers is one of the greatest inhibitors of ministry momentum. The development and retention of the volunteers God has already provided is critical. This breakout is FILLED with ready to implement strategies and done-for-you solutions for volunteer retention!   Mikki ChristopherChildren's and Family Pastor, Dayspring Church

Walk away from this session with easy, reproducible, and effective recruiting strategies that attract, motivate, and empower disciples and leaders.   Brent HeishmanLead Pastor, CenterPoint Church

Come hear Chuck's personal story of being a prodigal son and how the power of a praying parent saved his life from addictions, gain hope and learn prayer strategies that can help lead your lost loved ones back to Christ.   Chuck SharpLead Pastor, New Hope AG

In this session, we will discover some very practical tools to use in helping us fulfill the Great Commission, and become a modern-day disciple-maker in our everyday lives. Jesus still wants us to be His witnesses wherever we go to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). We will learn how the entire body of Christ can learn to share the Gospel in a very simple manner, and turn a normal conversation into a Gospel conversation, even if you've had no experience with doing so before! It is so simple and practical that we have hundreds of folks finding great success with it across the nation already! Come and get equipped to share the Gospel in your community and make disciples for Jesus Christ!   Mark BurdState Chairman, reviveOHIO

Learn how to minister effectively to the “unchurched” kid including working with their parents who might not want them there. Nate GrenierLead Pastor, Hilliard Missional Community

Examine why we need to pray, how to lead a prayer ministry, and engage in a time of prayer together.   Dave GrossAssociate Pastor, Radiant Life Church

Are you wanting to start weekly prayer gatherings or need fresh ideas? Are you wanting to create a special prayer night (for your city, for your mission trip, etc.)? Are you wanting to challenge yourself and your friends to pray longer, fight harder, and see God move in crazy and powerful ways through an All-Night Prayer Event? Come learn practical tips and plans for hosting prayer gatherings wherever God has you.   Brittany McAllisterChi Alpha Director, Ohio University Chi Alpha

What do you say to a kid when their life abruptly changes? How do you respond to a grown-up's hard questions? Knowing what to say and how to say it will help both the child and the grown-up keep their focus on Christ and handle their life’s situation in a healthy way.   Derek SanbornChildren's Pastor, Peoples Church

Speed and complexity are the greatest challenges you are facing and it will not get easier but you can get better at dealing with it. You can grow in spite of the various non-routine challenges every ministry leader faces. Framework coaching will equip you to lead well into the future.   Gary FowlerExecutive Pastor, C3

Discover where you can obtain usable and editable graphics for your church website, social media platforms, and publications and the most useful tools to edit them.   Amanda MajorsConnections Coordinator, One Church

This hands-on training session is for Excel beginners or those who need a review of the basic functions of this powerful tool. Our goal is to build confidence and inspire innovation to help administrative professionals create new and better systems with Excel. There will be an exercise file available for you to follow along on your own laptop. Click Here To Follow Along  Bethany ClaytonCredentialing Specialist, Ohio Ministry Network

Being a spiritual father or mother doesn't happen by default. Through effective use of evaluation you will discover a key tool in developing Kingdom leaders as sons and daughters.  By implementing a high-quality leadership assessment tool (included in this session) you and your team will improve exponentially in the way you lead and deal with others. Eric SmithLead Pastor, Destiny Church

In this session, participants will hear multiple ways to have an effective kid's ministry with little to no budget through important contacts and partnerships including creative ways to engage parents to help throughout the year.   Vicki HighfieldChildren's Pastor, New Beginnings

The original church was a time when Christians gathered around tables, included the strangers and the poor, ate together, and talked about Jesus. This form of church occurred mostly during the first three hundred years of Christianity, and was highly effective in bringing lost people to Jesus. Come learn how you can design a "Dinner Church" to uniquely reach people in your community and beyond.   Larry BogenriefLead Pastor, Willow Praise AG

Tough conversations with the team and volunteers are necessary sometimes! What is the best approach? How do we have those conversations without causing extra conflict? This session will open itself to a mindset approach with a focus on our own behaviors and desired outcomes.   Kyle SmithExecutive Pastor, Simple Church

In this session, participants will discuss how to develop intimacy through the Word of God including study techniques and memorization. Ray BaloghLead Pastor, Abundant Life Ministries Church

Looking for strategies and resources to develop a creative culture in your church?Interested in how to visually brand your church to engage more people?Come learn how to effectively accomplish both. Derrick SmithCreative Pastor, Simple Church

Coaching is one of the hottest topics in leadership circles today. Join Konan Stephens to find out how tapping into the skill of coaching has helped him and his team drive the vision of his church and church planting network forward. Konan StephensLead Pastor, C3 Church

Discover a creative and practical way of connecting with guests in your church.   Andy WarrenLead Pastor, Victory Church

Southeastern University's Ohio regional campus offers 16 degree programs at the associate, bachelor, and master's level. We serve students all over Ohio. Are you thinking about going to college or know someone who is? Come see us. A private Christian education may be more affordable than you think.  seuohionetwork.com Mary HarmisonMinistry Relations and Recruiting Director, Southeastern University Ohio Network Campus

Discover four practical habits that contribute to your personal growth and development as a both a leader and a follower of Christ. Develop these four habits and you’ll accomplish more with stress less while still enjoying your family. Jordan BielLead Pastor, Rock of Grace

How can the church increase opportunities and limit obstacles for women in ministry? As women, our voice matters! We have an opportunity like never before to promote the unity and power that is essential in winning our world to Christ. It is time to see our uniqueness as a strength and partner together with our Church family to see the fulfillment of Ohio for Jesus! Sara DavisLead Pastor, New Beginnings A/G

Introducing "Global REAP!" REAP International exists to make disciple-makers in every nation, teaching them to be worshipers in Spirit and in Truth by (1) launching an online discipleship school in every language possible; (2) by establishing college-level cohorts in every nation possible; and (3) by maintaining communications through at least four levels of disciples. Rusty FoleyLead Pastor, Water's Edge AG

invites, and holds attention during your gatherings. James 4 teaches that we need to "Draw near to God and He will draw near to you." If you lack training or lack in finances, you too can help make simple changes that tell a better story. Jim BartonLead Pastor, Rush Church

God desires every church, ministry, and leader to grow. In this breakout, we will learn practical systems that allow us to break growth barriers in our churches and ministries. Travis JonesLead Pastor, Motivation Church in Richmond, VA

God created men and women differently for a reason. Sometimes these differences cause misunderstandings. However, God's plan is for us to work together in unity and with synergy. We will discuss the differences between men and women and how we can better work together, including appropriate bridges and boundaries.  Kay GrossAssociate Pastor, Radiant Life Church

Gen 12:1, Romans 11, and many other Bible verses describe God's promises concerning His blessings. Come discover His promises and learn how to receive God's blessing. Robert SpecterPresident of Rock of Israel Ministries, Rock of Israel Ministries

The more clearly we understand the postmodern people all around us, the more natural and relevant our witness will be. We will be discussing the postmodern path to salvation and how we can effectively reach our neighbors, co-workers, and friends. We will also discuss briefly the Art of Neighboring. Kay GrossAssociate Pastor, Radiant Life Church

God is an equal opportunity employer! So, how do we, as ministry leaders, address temptation without resorting to segregation? Come and learn some positive ways men and women can walk and work alongside each other. Let’s win Ohio for Jesus together! Deedra ShillidayDeedra Shilliday Ministries

Discover creative, practical ways of creating an environment that welcomes all people to your church regardless of their culture. Dana CochranPastor of Guest Experience and Outreach, Peoples Church Cincinnati

Explore potential Kingdom outcomes from involving believers in missions experiences and “best practices” for leading them. Randy YoungDirector of Agora, Agora College and The Agora Group

Wonder what foster care ministry looks like? Don't feel led to be a foster parent, but want to help vulnerable children and families? Come learn how as we talk about how your church can use what they already have in place to minister to vulnerable children and families. Paris YannoDirector of Father's Heart, OMN

Participants will gain an understanding of children who have been through trauma and learn practical helps for those caregivers, teachers or pastors working with children affected by trauma. Mandy LitzkeFamily Coach Supervisor, Safe Families

Discover missions strategies that utilize “serving” to open the doors to gospel proclamation.  Why compassion ministries? How can we implement these ministries well? We will be looking at healthy approaches to compassion ministries that lead to long-term impacts.  My hope is for attendees to not only leave with a fresh passion for compassion, but also with tools to help facilitate appropriate responses of love to those in need which will lead to life transformation in Christ. Christine LittleMissionary, Assemblies of God World Missions (AGWM)

It takes wisdom, empathy, and courage to handle the delicate topics of sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, and our culture's conversations around the #metoo movement. But our competent God has laid out a clear path for us in Scripture to represent Him well in these situations! Come learn how you can help women become overcomers instead of victims, and find true restoration and healing in Christ. Bethany BeckerPeoples Church Uptown

A bad case of the wiggles? The Bouncy Tigger Syndrome? The Chattering Chatterers? How do you help easily distracted learners stay put, stay focused and get the point? We will focus on easy ways to help those with ADHD, ADD and other hidden learning difficulties. Best of all, we will look at techniques that will not single out the child or embarrass them, but get them to buy into what you are doing and actually encourage others to do the same. If you have busy kids, kids that are on the autism spectrum, have an attention deficit issue or you're struggling to keep everyone engaged simultaneously, this session is for you. And best of all, we'll do it on the cheap! Trudi GraffiusAssisting Partner, STAND

Learn practical skills needed to take you and your worship team to the next level.   Jordan NeimetzWorship and Young Adults Pastor, Rockside Church

With each passing day, more and more young people are walking away from the faith. Two generations in America have been seduced by the world and its unhealthy "Rites of Passage." If we lose another generation it will have a dramatic impact on the moral climate of the church and the nation. Shape the future by the seed you sow today! We are either growing up or growing cold. Eric DiehlCovenant Life

As a coach, the most powerful tools in your toolbox are first, the ability to listen to the person being coached along with the Holy Spirit. And second, understanding the power of a well-crafted question. Growing in these two skills will allow you to take your coaching to the next level. Aaron DeLongLead Pastor, Simple Church

Now is the time to activate. Jesus changes everything, so now is the time to change status quo. Together in May 2020, it’s time for the Church to GO! Go2020 is a call to all followers of Jesus to rise up as one church, sharing one message in one month. Together we will experience a historic moment that could change our nation and lead to the fulfillment of the Great Commission in our lifetime! Come learn how you and your church can join the movement by engaging in five simple strategies: Pray, Prepare, Promote, Participate, Pass it On. John MusgraveChurch Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Gain practical insights for increasing your church’s capacity to financially support more missionaries.   TJ WolfeLead Pastor, Eastside Community Church