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Verge 2013 Disciple Making Conference: FREE WEBCAST!

Post a Comment » Written on February 12th, 2013     
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Though the Verge 2013 Conference looks amazing, its SOLD OUT. But there are so many others like you who would want to participate. And here’s some good news! Bring Verge to your home, group or church with the Verge Webcast by hosting or attending a FREE Live Webcast. The event will be broadcast over the internet, so if you would like to show the event in your group, house or church free of charge, Verge Network would like to help you make that a reality.
So let’s spread the word about the FREE live Webcast of Verge 2013 so that no one misses out. Think about all the groups or churches you know who would benefit from being challenged and inspired on the topic of Disciple Making by Dave Gibbons, Francis Chan, Jo Saxton, Dr. John Perkins, and many, many others!

Just sign up HERE to get on the Verge 2013 Live Webcast email list to stay updated and get info on next steps!

Here is all the information and details you need to host a Verge Webcast!

Dates & Times – March 1-2

  • Check the full schedule of Verge 2013 Conference in the “Schedule & Topics” tab.
  • Verge 2013 Conference will be webcast worldwide. All you need is a computer and an internet connection. You can register for free at the bottom of this page.

The Link

  • The link to the webcast will be sent the week of the conference after you register for the webcast at the bottom of this page.


A Lenten Journey

Post a Comment » Written on February 12th, 2013     
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What a surprise! A mere 15 minutes after posting my plan on Facebook I had three companions for the journey…and the number kept right on growing. It’s encouraging to learn that I’ll have good company on this journey of new beginnings and wondrous encounters with God.

Perhaps you’d like to join us too. We’re reading through Richard Rohr’s book Wondrous Encounters: Scripture for Lent. It can be accessed quickly in e-format on Amazon. But don’t let a late start stop you. Join us whenever you can. All along the way post your wondrous encounters, either as a response to this blog or on Facebook or Twitter (#wondrousencounters).

As a season of the Christian church year, Lent begins this week with Ash Wednesday.  Its observation serves as preparation for Holy Week – during which we encounter the realities of Christ’s dying and rising. I’m regularly challenged by Franciscan friar Richard Rohr and look forward to his guidance on a journey of knowing God more fully.

From the book’s introduction: “During these forty days of Lent, let’s allow ourselves to be known! All the way through. Nothing to hide from, in ourselves, from ourselves, or from God.”

With you on the journey,

Doreen Olson

 

 



Call-in Cafe – Small Group Ministries

Post a Comment » Written on February 5th, 2013     
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Tune in Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 11:00 am (CST)

for the next Call-in Cafe – Adult Ministry

 

The next Call-in Cafe will focus on Small Group Ministries in the church. We will review the Intentional Discipleship Ministry Survey and identify several ways to strengthen this important ministry. We encourage participants to bring their ideas and questions to share with others.

Register for the discussion here.*To connect to the audio portion with a landline or cell phone: (US/Canada): (650) 479-3208 (Call-in toll number (US/Canada)) Access code: 623 157 572  

 

Insights from the Adult Ministry Survey Related to Small Groups

When we began developing the Intentional Discipleship website we surveyed Covenant churches to discover how they support and encourage the Christian formation of adults. We emailed this survey to all pastors of Covenant churches (approximately 700), and we received 228 responses.  The responses represent all sizes of churches and all parts of the United States and Canada.

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Call-in Cafe: Recruiting

Post a Comment » Written on February 2nd, 2013     
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Tune in Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 3:00 pm (CST)

for the next Call-in Cafe

 

Do you have enough volunteers to effectively run your ministry?  At times it can seem impossible to make sure all the areas are “covered.”  Rest assured, GOD has it covered.  Join us on Tuesday, February 19 to hear about effective recruiting techniques, resources that have helped others, and the secret to having less recruiting to do.  Feeling tipsy?  Bring a tip to share with others about what has worked in your church to get others to see the blessing that is found when ministering to kids and students.

Register for the discussion here.*To connect to the audio portion with a landline or cell phone: (US/Canada): (650) 479-3208 (Call-in toll number (US/Canada)) Access code: 627 686 120 

 

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Triennial XIV Video is here!

1 Comment » Written on January 29th, 2013     
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We invite you to come enjoy the beautiful diversity of the women of the Covenant. We are multi-generational, multi-cultural, multi-vocational, multi-expressional! Rooted in Jesus Christ!

You are invite you to join us August 15-18, 2013. Triennial can be a joyful getaway, a soothing break, and a life-changing encounter. Or maybe all. But I know you will meet God and be changed by him.

To Register, click here!

Are you going?



CKC Children’s Video Available Now

Post a Comment » Written on January 23rd, 2013     
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A new video from Covenant Kids Congo is now available for children. The video details how community development works through Covenant Kids Congo powered by World Vision. Demonstrating how God works through us to build a community as local leaders come together. Check out the video and give them your feedback. Feel free to use this in your church along with the CKC children’s curriculum.



Exciting Adults about Learning (part 2)

Post a Comment » Written on January 14th, 2013     
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The next Call-in Cafe will focus on Teaching/Learning Ministries in the church. We will explore the need for teaching/learning ministries as well as possible approaches for enhancing these ministries. We encourage participants to bring their ideas and questions to share with others.

Date:  January 17, 2013

Time:  11:00 a.m. CST

Topic: Call In Cafe Adult – Teaching/Learning, Do adult Christians still need to learn?
To register for this meeting:
1. Go to https://covchurch.webex.com/covchurch/j.php?ED=212540397&RG=1&UID=0&RT=MiM3
2. Register for the meeting
3. Once the host approves your request, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the meeting. 

The purpose of the teaching/learning ministry

Teaching/learning in the church helps the learner gain knowledge, increase attentiveness to God, and build relationships within the community of faith. By including these three outcomes in the teaching/learning ministries of the church, we help people grow as disciples.

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Call-in Cafe Reminder – Tues, January 15

Post a Comment » Written on January 11th, 2013     
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Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 3:00 pm, CST – (Children’s ministry leaders)

“Unleash The Power Of Vision In Your Children and Family Ministry“

Register for the discussion here.*To connect to the audio portion with a landline or cell phone: (US/Canada): (650) 479-3208 (Call-in toll number (US/Canada)) Access code: 621 878 555

Create Vision In Your Children’s Ministry Team Members – Develop a reputation as a children’s pastor committed to the personal wellbeing and development of leaders as whole persons.  Team members need vision at several levels.  Vision for the children’s lives that will be transformed, vision to increase their own confidence and ability to lead, vision how their service fits into the bigger picture of God’s work in their life.

Patti Larson, former Christian Formation Pastor for 25 years, and currently living into a new calling as a Life Coach, will make a 15 minute presentation and then provide questions to stimulate discussion and sharing of ideas.



Exciting Adults about Learning (part 1)

Post a Comment » Written on January 11th, 2013     
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The next Call-in Cafe will focus on Teaching/Learning Ministries in the church. We will explore the need for teaching/learning ministries as well as possible approaches for enhancing these ministries. We encourage participants to bring their ideas and questions to share with others.

Date:  January 17, 2013

Time:  11:00 a.m. CST

Topic: Call In Cafe Adult – Teaching/Learning, Do adult Christians still need to learn?
To register for this meeting:
1. Go to https://covchurch.webex.com/covchurch/j.php?ED=212540397&RG=1&UID=0&RT=MiM3
2. Register for the meeting.
3. Once the host approves your request, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the meeting. 

 

Your Church Vision, Mission, and Purpose

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age (Matthew 28:19-20).

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Call-in Cafe – We invite you to join us next week

Post a Comment » Written on January 7th, 2013     
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Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 3:00 pm, CST – (Children’s ministry leaders)

“Unleash The Power Of Vision In Your Children and Family Ministry“

Register for the discussion here.*To connect to the audio portion with a landline or cell phone: (US/Canada): (650) 479-3208 (Call-in toll number (US/Canada)) Access code: 621 878 555

Create Vision In Your Children’s Ministry Team Members – Develop a reputation as a children’s pastor committed to the personal wellbeing and development of leaders as whole persons.  Team members need vision at several levels.  Vision for the children’s lives that will be transformed, vision to increase their own confidence and ability to lead, vision how their service fits into the bigger picture of God’s work in their life.

Patti Larson, former Christian Formation Pastor for 25 years, and currently living into a new calling as a Life Coach, will make a 15 minute presentation and then provide questions to stimulate discussion and sharing of ideas.

 

 

Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 11:00 am, CST – “Exciting Adults about Learning Again”

Register for the discussion here. *To connect to the audio portion with a landline or cell phone: (US/Canada): (650) 479-3208 (Call-in toll number (US/Canada)) Access code: 625 727 376

It appears that interest in educational ministries is waning, but does that mean adults know everything they need to know about the Christian life?  This Call In Cafe will consider recent data on learning ministries, discuss the need for Adult learning and possible approaches to enhancing this area of ministry. We invite you to join the conversation and bring your ideas and questions to share with others.

Presenter: Bruce Lawson

 

For information and to register, visit: blogs.covchurch.org/formation/call-in-cafe



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