Option #16 Q&A with Ruby Payne

Dr. Ruby Payne
This is your opportunity to ask questions of this educator, consultant and leading expert in the field of generational poverty. Don't miss out!

Option #17 Growing members for the mission

Carolyn Slaughter, curriculum author
Unlike many churches, Ginghamsburg weekly worship attendance outnumbers its membership roll. Come find out why as you learn about the high-expectation membership course Ginghamsburg has used for 25+ years to produce members who are in the world-changing business.

Option #18 "Rethink" communications and mission

The Rev. Larry Hollon, general secretary, United Methodist Communications
Learn how social media can enhance mission work by reaching younger and diverse audiences online. See a case study on how facebook, Twitter, Yammer, YouTube, MySpace and other online tools are being used in the new United Methodist "Rethink" Church campaign and the Global Health Initiative.

Option #19 From the ground up: building a mission trip

Craig Maxwell
Find out from an expert who has led or organized more then a hundred trips locally, nationally and globally how to make it all happen.

Option #20 Healing and hope for those in crisis

John Jung & Kitty Kincaid
The directors of our care & counseling programs will brief you on how to train up teams of both paid and unpaid caregivers to help your congregation deal with crisis, tragedy and transition.

Option #21 Urban student missionaries - doing mission in your own backyard

Ken Overholser & team
For four years, Ginghamsburg teens have served the needs of inner-city Dayton, Ohio, via Urban Plunge. These 5-day overnight trips help students learn mission as a way of life, while serving in their own backyard. Ready for your students to take the plunge?

Option #22 Extreme Makeover ~ Church Edition

Kim MIller
Are your meeting spaces in need of extreme makeover, or perhaps simply an updated facelift as your team serves the mission? You've come to the right place! Learn creative strategies for recruiting your own Extreme Team, creating engaging environments and [re]discovering beauty on a budget.

Option #23 From pew-warmer to disciple: the power of life application Bible study

Brian Brown
Mission-focused disciples are those who practice daily time in God's word. Explore with Pastor Brian how his popular weekly Bible study class and daily "spiritual vitamins" email, all built around Ginghamsburg's daily devotional tool, strengthen disciples for the mission of Jesus.