Thrive 2018 Conference Booklet

thrive conference 2018

Schedule of Events Friday, 2.23

6:00 PM 6:45 PM 7:25 PM 9:00 PM

Doors Open, Registration, Dessert Welcome, Giveaways, Table Time Session 1 Table Time

Saturday, 2.24 8:30 AM Doors Open, Breakfast 9:00 AM Welcome, Worship 9:10 AM Giveaways, Table Time 9:35 AM Session 2 10:30 AM Table Time 11:00 AM Breakout Session 1* 12:00 PM Lunch 1:00 PM Breakout Session 2* 2:00 PM Session 3 *Except for the breakout sessions, all events will take place in the Gym.

Need Prayer?

The Prayer Room is located in D126. Are you walking through difficult circumstances? Do you need wisdom for a decision ahead? Are you sensing God’s movement in your life?

During the designated hours below, members of the Prayer Team would love to connect with you, hear your story, and come alongside you in prayer.

Friday / 9:30–10 PM Saturday / 8:30–9 AM, 11 AM–12 PM, 1–2 PM & 3:30–4 PM Feel free to pull one of the Prayer Team members aside at any time for personal prayer. Look for a heart sticker on lanyards.

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Welcome to Thrive 2018!

I’ve been anticipating this weekend for a long time and I’m thrilled you’ve chosen to be here. No matter your story or background, triumph or struggle, my hope is that you feel welcomed and loved in this place, connect with new and old friends, and experience God in a powerful way.

This year’s theme is Take Courage. As women, we all need courage, especially as we face personal challenges, uncertainty in our circumstances, and complexities in our world. I’ve been praying that God would meet each of us in a unique way and empower us to live courageously as we trust Him fully.

If there’s anything we can do to enhance your experience this weekend or help you engage in next steps, please don’t hesitate to ask. We want to come alongside you in this journey and help you thrive in every area of your life. So sit back, relax, have fun, and soak in all that God has for you these next couple days. Let’s be courageous together!

Terry Carpenter, Director of Women’s Ministry

To sign up for Women’s Ministry email updates, visit cccomaha.org/women.

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René Clark lives in Huntington Beach, California. She has been married to her husband, Todd, for 27 years and they have two children, Ruby and Cole. René is passionate about the Bible and empowering beginners to take steps toward God. René has written a study called Bible Boot Camp that helps people get a better grip on the Word of God. She also gets to work with leaders one-on-one as a LifePlan Facilitator to help them discover God’s unique purpose for their lives. René has experience in church-planting, leading retreats, and speaking in churches of all shapes and sizes.

Learn more about René at reneclark.com

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Table Talk / Session 1 If you had enough courage, what is one thing you could do?

René asked us to picture ourselves walking down the road with the bleeding woman who was healed in Luke 8. What question would you like to ask her about herself or about Jesus?

How do you connect with Jesus? What does that look like for you?

Do you wait until you’re desperate?

If you had enough courage, do you think you could connect with Him in a new way? What would that look like?

What are some ways you try to help yourself out of tough situations?

What can you do differently to reach out to Jesus rather than try to rely on self?

Table Talk / Session 2 David was skilled with a slingshot because he had lots of experience with it. What is one thing you’ve become better at over the years?

David faced a literal giant who wanted to kill him. What are some giants we all face in today’s world?

What do you usually do when you feel afraid? Do you run? Do you hide? Do you pray? Do you share your fear with someone else, or do you keep it to yourself? Do you shrink back?

Have you ever had to deal with discouraging words or criticism when you were trying to boldly (or quietly) take a stand against a giant?

How did you handle that?

What would it feel like if you stepped forward in courage?

Share about a time when you felt strengthened by facing an everyday challenge with courage.

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Breakout Sessions Finding Purpose in Pain CHAKA HEINZE / D227

Are you trying to make sense of the pain you’re experiencing? There is only one overarching purpose for pain that doesn’t trivialize our deepest wounds. Come hear how the everyday lessons learned from our struggles can carry us step by step toward God’s great purpose for us and “achieve for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.”

Restoring Joy to Your True Self KRISTA BORGWARDT / G160

How can we be joyful from the inside out when life is so full of busyness, stress, and anxiety? In this workshop, we will slow down, focus on breathing, and experience guided meditation that enhances mindfulness and self-reflection. We will embrace an inner journey that allows God to restore joy to our true selves.

Influencing a Child’s Faith NANCY DAVIES / C217

How do we know if children are maturing in their faith?

While there’s no formula to ensure faith development, we can explore markers of faith that coincide with developmental stages. If you’re a mom, grandmother, or woman who influences children or students, join us as we learn how to create environments that allow the Holy Spirit to work in the heart of a child.

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Breakout Sessions Decorating for Real Life LORRIE WILLIAMS / D127

Would you like to have a more attractive, comfortable, and welcoming home? Lorrie, president of Fluff Interior Design, brings expertise and practical ideas to enhance home decor and design. In this session, we’ll have fun finding and exploring your personal style and learning practical steps to create spaces you, your family, and your friends will enjoy.

Steadfast Marriage LISA BROWN / C117

It’s wise to stop and evaluate your marriage. In this workshop, Lisa will share practical tools to enhance your relationship, as well as give you insight to help reinforce a marriage that will stand the test of time. More than anything, Lisa hopes to encourage you as a wife. Together, let’s learn what it means to be steadfast.

Women Who Do Hard and Holy Things RUBY CLARK / CHAPEL

How do you find your purpose as a young woman?

How do you find the courage to step into your calling? Together we will dive into what the Lord has to say about purpose and calling. Let’s be women who do hard and holy things, not ruled by fear. We will learn how to boldly step into our calling and walk in freedom and victory.

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Spring Women’s Bible Studies Classes begin the week of March 12. Register at cccomaha.org/wbs.

What Love Is: The Letters of 1, 2, 3 John / 7 Weeks / $18

Mondays / 6:30–8 PM / Facilitated by Korey Stading Tuesdays / 9:30–11 AM / Facilitated by Susan Friesen & Jo Bonifant The Letters of 1, 2, and 3 John define love in the person of Jesus and call us to love like He loved. John anchors us with truth in a culture that has lost its way. He separates light from darkness, offers community for loneliness, and rest for our striving. This Kelly Minter video study will help us discover what love truly is.

Cooking with Jesus / 7 Weeks / $15 Tuesdays / 9:30–11 AM / Facilitated by Sonia Salfity & Shirley Alther Join us as we cook together, laugh together, and share each other’s stories around the kitchen table. We will learn to check in with our heavenly Father and ask Him to stir His Spirit in our hearts as we stir the food in our pots. This study will focus on a different Bible story each week as we prepare a dish together. Class size is limited.

Finding I am: How Jesus Fully Satisfies the Cry of Your Heart 6 Weeks / $20 Tuesdays / 9:30–11 AM / Led by Mykaila Norton What is the deep cry of your heart? The prayer you keep repeating?

Join Lysa TerKeurst on the streets of Israel in this study to explore the seven I am statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Through this interactive video study, we will be trading feelings of emptiness for the fullness of knowing Jesus like never before.

Seamless: Understanding the Bible as One Complete Story 7 Weeks / $21 Tuesdays / 9:30–11 AM / Facilitated by Sherry Martin Thursdays / 6:30–8 PM / Facilitated by Lynda Overman Seamless is a video study by Angie Smith. It covers the people, places, and promises of the Bible, tying them together into the greater story of Scripture. Whether you’ve grown up hearing Bible stories or you’re exploring Scripture for the first time, the full story of the Bible can be overwhelming. Discover a biblical context that reshapes and brings to life stories from the Old and New Testaments.

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Next Steps Counseling and Care Christ Community Church offers a variety of counseling and care resources for those going through difficult circumstances. Counseling resources include pastoral, financial, and professional counseling through CityCare. The Care Network at CCC also offers Renewal Groups, one-on-one mentoring through Stephen Ministry, prayer ministry, and more.

For more information, visit cccomaha.org/care.

Prayer and Missions Prayer is foundational in the life of a believer. Join a group of women praying for missionaries, needs in the local church, or those who are hurting. The Monday AM Prayer Group, Alliance Women, and the Prayer Shawl Ministry are several venues for gathering together as women to pray.

Groups and Women’s Ministry Whatever your age, CCC has something for you. Find community and growth in Journey Groups, New Community Groups, MOPS, Point of Hope, Women’s Bible Studies, 8:08 College Ministry, Deaf Ministry, and various classes.

For more information, or to get involved in any of the groups listed above, visit CCCOMAHA .ORG/ THRIVERESOURCES

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SAVE THE DATE!

February 22–23, 2019

Registration opens January 1 at cccomaha.org/thrive.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Angie Smith

angiesmithonline.com

Angie is married to Todd Smith, lead singer of the Christian group Selah, and mom to five daughters. In 2008, the Smiths received news that their fourth daughter, Audrey, would not survive, and Angie began blogging as a means of communication with friends and family during those difficult days. Angie now writes Bible studies and books, and teaches around the country, but the heart of her ministry is the same as when her fingers typed the very first words on her blog years ago: Angie’s greatest passion is to make the Bible feel accessible and relevant, and to encourage others in their faith journey.

Angie holds a Master’s Degree in Developmental Psychology from Vanderbilt University and is a best-selling author of multiple adult and children’s books.

She and Todd and their house full of daughters live in Nashville, Tennessee.

CO-COORDINATORS Debi Tompkins Nicole Jensen CREATIVE / WORSHIP Erin Bradley DECORATIONS Crista Jensen Heidi Hackel DONATIONS Julie Landreth EMCEE Emily McGaha HOSPITALITY Emily Born PRAYER Robin Kurylo REGISTRATION Nicole Shields TABLE LEADERS Tammy Ratte

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Special thanks to...

AUSTIN ASAY Video Production

MARC BIRKEY & TEAM Tech Support

DEB BECK Registration Support

MARIE DUFOUR Graphic Design

ERIN BRADLEY & TEAM Worship

NICHOLE ATKINS & TEAM Food Services

JOE JENSEN Behind-the-Scenes Support

RACHEL BEBEE Communication, Promotion, Printing

LARRY HOVORKA & TEAM Facilities Set-Up and Maintenance

. . . fo r a l l y o u r w o r k t o h e l p make this event possible!

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Main Sessions / GYM The Prayer Room / D126 Restoring Joy to Your True Self / Krista Borgwardt / G160 Decorating for Real Life / Lorrie Williams / D127 Steadfast Marriage / Lisa Brown / C117 Women Who Do Hard and Holy Things / Ruby Clark / CHAPEL

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Finding Purpose in Pain / Chaka Heinze / D227 Influencing a Child’s Faith / Nancy Davies / C217