Summit workshop Schedule

Called Beyond Yourself // Jim Pratt // East Ballroom A

A Call to Serve Locally and Globally through Mission One Teams Following Christ In Honduras // Rodney & Teresa Walls // East Ballroom B - It's Just Who They Are (Followers of Christ)

Summit Youth // Logan Hensley // East Ballroom C

Icebreaker and Activities

A Calling to India // Jessy Vemula // West Ballroom A

A Calling to Live and Die for God's Kingdom" Perspective of an Indian Native Missionary.

Pastoral Self-Care // Brian Burris // West Ballroom B

Pastoring a church is unlike any other job. On a day-to-day basis, you are called to the great highs of being witness to spiritual growth in those you serve to the gut-wrenching loss of beloved members of the congregation. This work never fits in a neat 40 hour work week, and you may rarely be recognized for the hours you put into sermon prep, discipleship, or maintenance on the church property. In addition, you have been asked to lead a congregation through the ever-changing environment of COVID. Barna's research indicates that at least 29% of pastors are seriously considering leaving their posts this year. In this workshop, we will talk about the top stressors that are pushing pastors out of their positions. Additionally, we'll discuss real-world strategies to help and support pastors.

Join God in Mission // Mark Powell // West Ballroom C

Call to Mission: Joining God in the Journey Committed to the Call // The Dames // West Ballroom D

Committed to the Call: Why did I wait so long?

Called to.... // Joyce Porcadilla-Rubia // West Ballroom E

Called to... A Journey of Responding to God's Call

Worry Less, Live More // Rob Morgan // East Ballroom A

Worry, which is essentially a strain of fear, is a rational response to real pressures and problems. Life is harder than we expect, and even the Lord Jesus, the Prince of Peace Himself, admitted, “Each day has enough trouble of its own” (Matthew 6:34). He said, “In this world, you will have trouble” (John 16:33). On one occasion, He even said, “Now my soul is troubled, and what shall I say?” (John 12:27). Our souls are easily troubled. The world and its trials seem to only increase.

Called to Pastor // Panel // East Ballroom B

In this breakout, a panel of Pastors from different backgrounds in GB discuss their calling and how it has shaped their lives and their ministries. Summit Youth // Patients With Purpose // Jonah Carpenter // East Ballroom C

Calling All Women // Vicki Smith // West Ballroom A

Join Women’s Ministries Director, Vicki Smith, and Women’s Ministries leaders as they share the vision for Women’s Ministries 2021-2022. Be part of the discussion as we share all the good things going on in Women’s Ministries, as well as the vision and plans for 2021/2022. Participants will receive materials to share with their churches and women’s groups.

Urban, Suburban, Rural // Vince Daniel // West Ballroom B

Is there a specific way that a church should be planted? Come with us as we discuss the opportunities for planting a church. Whether you are in a rural setting, like most of our churches, or a suburban/urban context, the call to plant isn't cookie cutter. Come see where you fit.

The Doctrine of General Atonement // Danny Dunivan // West Ballroom C

Join Danny Dunivan in an exploration of the doctrine that stands at the center of General Baptist beliefs, "Christ tasted death for all."

Mindset, Models, and Money: Examining the Challenges and Opportunities Facing Rural Church Leaders // Part 1 of 2 // Jon Sanders // West Ballroom D

We are living in an era of massive change and disruption in our culture. The bad news is the Church is often not known for its ability to quickly adopt new strategies and implement new methods for carrying out its mission. The good news is there are endless opportunities right now for leaders in the Church to think creatively and leverage the changing times for the benefit of growing God’s kingdom. In this two-part workshop, we will explore some of the current challenges as well as the opportunities they make possible for church leaders.

Three Ways a Small Church Can Be an Effective Church // Karl Vaters // West Ballroom E

Yes, small churches can be strong, healthy, and effective. In this session, we’ll look at the three main principles to do that. 1. Realize you can be effective 2. Discover how small churches function differently from big churches 3. Understand and use the unique DNA of your small church for God’s glory

During the Tuesday morning session the General Association of General Baptists annual business meeting will be held in Exhibit Hall 2 starting at 10:30 am.

Reclaiming the Lost Art of Biblical Meditation // Rob Morgan // East Ballroom A

Do you long to deepen your intimacy with the Lord? Do you long to find a sense of soul-steadying peace? Do you long to develop emotional strength? Then you will need to pause long enough to be still and know He is God. Trusted Pastor Robert Morgan leads us through a journey into biblical meditation, which, he says, is thinking Scripture—not just reading Scripture or studying Scripture or even thinking about Scripture—but thinking Scripture, contemplating, visualizing, and personifying the precious truths God has given us.

Called to Plant // Panel // East Ballroom B

This panel breakout features current and previous church planters. How has following the Calling to Plant new GB churches changed everything?

Meet Us At The Table // Panel Discussion // West Ballroom A

Come join us as we share how to “Meet women of all ages at the table for a little coffee and a lot of Jesus." Our churches are full of women who are needing someone to take them by the hand and walk beside them in their personal and spiritual life. Come be part of a panel discussion made up of representatives from churches of 50 to 1,000 as they share how they have developed relational ministries in their churches. Resources will be provided.

Urban, Suburban, Rural // Vince Daniel // West Ballroom B

Is there a specific way that a church should be planted? Come with us as we discuss the opportunities for planting a church. Whether you are in a rural setting, like most of our churches, or a suburban/ urban context, the call to plant isn't cookie cutter. Come see where you fit.

Meet Your Missionaries // Panel // West Ballroom C

Here is your opportunity to meet and interact with our guests from across the globe.

Mindset, Models, and Money: Examining the Challenges and Opportunities Facing Rural Church Leaders // Part 2 of 2 // Jon Sanders // West Ballroom D

We are living in an era of massive change and disruption in our culture. The bad news is the Church is often not known for its ability to quickly adopt new strategies and implement new methods for carrying out its mission. The good news is there are endless opportunities right now for leaders in the Church to think creatively and leverage the changing times for the benefit of growing God’s kingdom. In this two-part workshop, we will explore some of the current challenges as well as the opportunities they make possible for church leaders.

Surviving and Thriving In a Post-Pandemic Small Church // Karl Vaters // West Ballroom E

In this session, which updates as events change, Karl walks through the principles for ministry in a post-COVID world, including • How to help people coming out of trauma • Keys to recovery for healthy churches • Four differences between churches that are surviving/thriving, or struggling/collapsing

Called Beyond Yourself // Jim Pratt // East Ballroom A

A Call to Serve Locally and Globally through Mission One Teams

Following Christ In Honduras // Rodney & Teresa Walls // East Ballroom B

It's Just Who They Are (Followers of Christ)

A Calling to India // Jessy Vemula // West Ballroom A

A Calling to Live and Die for God's Kingdom" Perspective of an Indian Native Missionary.

Don't Quit on Your Call // Becky Coomer // West Ballroom B

Don't Quit: Why living for the imperishable is worth persevering through the difficult.

Join God in Mission // Mark Powell // West Ballroom C

Call to Mission: Joining God in the Journey

Committed to the Call // The Dames // West Ballroom D

Committed to the Call: Why did I wait so long?

Called to.... // Joyce Porcadilla-Rubia // West Ballroom E

Called to... A Journey of Responding to God's Call

God Works All Things Together for Good // Rob Morgan // East Ballroom A

What if you knew—what if you really knew—that everything that happened to you would eventually work for good in your life? Would it change the way you felt, thought, and lived? Dramatically! That’s the unstoppable power of Romans 8:28, the ultimate promise in the Bible, that all things work for the good of those who love Him, to those who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28 can touch any hurt and redeem any problem. It isn’t a mere platitude but a divine promise. Romans 8:28 morphs us into resilient, cheerful people, whatever our temperament.

Called to Missions // Panel // East Ballroom B

Several of our current and veteran missionaries discuss how their calling to missions has brought more into their lives than they could have imagined.

Ready, Set, Grow! // Tyler Feller and Chris Vaught // East Ballroom C

Learn the latest in church growth and health systems to help your church come up with a Post-COVID Recovery Plan. We will help congregations of all sizes find a pathway to church-wide alignment and clarity on how to multiply impact.

Inspiring and Empowering Women: Reaching Younger Women through Women’s Ministries // Vicki Smith & Women's Board // West Ballroom A

All of us face the challenge of how to encourage young adults to get more involved in ministry. Come and share the excitement as the board unveils the Mighty Oaks ministry on Oakland City University campus that is designed to encourage young adults interested in going into full-time ministry or just serving in their local churches. Participants will receive suggestions as to how they can get young adults interested in missions.

Pastoral Self-Care // Brian Burris // West Ballroom B

Pastoring a church is unlike any other job. On a day-to-day basis, you are called to the great highs of being witness to spiritual growth in those you serve to the gut-wrenching loss of beloved members of the congregation. This work never fits in a neat 40 hour work week, and you may rarely be recognized for the hours you put into sermon prep, discipleship, or maintenance on the church property. In addition, you have been asked to lead a congregation through the ever-changing environment of COVID. Barna's research indicates that at least 29% of pastors are seriously considering leaving their posts this year. In this workshop, we will talk about the top stressors that are pushing pastors out of their positions. Additionally, we'll discuss real-world strategies to help and support pastors.

The Doctrine of General Atonement // Danny Dunivan // West Ballroom C

Join Danny Dunivan in an exploration of the doctrine that stands at the center of General Baptist beliefs, "Christ tasted death for all."

Rural Church Rescue: A Call to Restore Healthy Churches to Rural North America // Jon Sanders // West Ballroom D

At first glance, it may appear that the church in rural North America is thriving. Nestled just below any average small-town skyline of water towers and grain elevators, one will find the steeples and stained glass windows of various church buildings. From a distance, it would seem that rural communities are being sufficiently served by the mere number of churches present. But a closer look within the walls of the average rural church paints a much different and disturbing picture. Many rural churches find themselves stuck in a current of decline that will ultimately lead to their death. They lack a clear understanding of their purpose. They are floundering in the absence of leadership. They possess little to no vision for how a BIG God longs to impact their small community for His eternal kingdom. In this session, we will explore six principles necessary for rural churches to be healthy and reclaim the vital role God has called them to in their communities.

Surviving and Thriving In a Post-Pandemic Small Church // Karl Vaters // West Ballroom E

In this session, which updates as events change, Karl walks through the principles for ministry in a post-COVID world, including • How to help people coming out of trauma • Keys to recovery for healthy churches • Four differences between churches that are surviving/thriving, or struggling/collapsing

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