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EVENTS FOR ALL AGES
Somebody Loves You Los Angeles Crusade
June 27-29, 2008 @ 7:30 PM * L.A. Convention Center Join Raul Ries as the greater Los Angeles churches reach out to their communities. To get involved.
Save the date! June 28, 2008
Fourth Annual Gospel Festival at the San Diego County Fair. Enjoy a day-long celebration of great gospel entertainment! Gospel Music Talent-Audition is April 26. Compensation is $1,000 (Application must be postmarked by April 7, 2008). Discount Fair admission and ride tickets available through Group Sales. For more information.
Harvest Crusade
Pastors, mark your calendars... HARVEST 08 will be August 1-3, 2008 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Pastors are invited to a prayer/planning luncheon on April 29, at 11 AM in the Diamond Club at Angel Stadium. For more information.
APU Night of Champions
Saturday, March 29, 2008, 4-8 p.m.
Azusa Pacific University and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes invite all Southern Californian teenagers, as well as their pastors, coaches, teachers, parents, and friends to join them for the 23rd annual Night of Champions.
EVENTS FOR YOUTH MINISTRY
CORE 08 Youth Ministries Seminar at FBC, Alhambra
May 3, 2008
The Los Angeles Area CORE 08 one-day youth ministries seminar - GENERATION CHANGE will be hosted by the First Baptist Church of Alhambra on May 3, 2008, from 9am to 2pm. The speaker will be Dan Jessup, adjunct youth ministry professor at Fuller Theological Seminary. Come explore how students want their world to be different and learn how to help them reach their dreams. Regular rate is $54 (includes lunch). Seminar available at other locations. For more information.
Youth Leaders Couples' Retreat at Rock-N-Water in Coloma, CA, May 2-3, 2008. A customized whitewater date for youth ministry couples! Only $25 per person. Includes: Class III whitewater rafting, 3 meals, 1 night camping and a speaker for young couples. Contact.
May 15-17, 2008
LIVING THE LEGACY, AZUSA, CA - Conference sponsored by Urban Youth Workers Institute. Join over 2000 emerging urban leaders in five general sessions packed with worship, music, performing arts and dynamic communicators who understand the urban reality. Choose from over 100 workshops that delve into the specialized needs of multi-ethnic, urban communities. Keynote Speakers: John Reid, Leneita Fix, Virginia Ward, Stacy Spencer, Cindy Storey, Harvey Carey, Chris Heuertz, Larry Acosta. Location: Azusa Pacific University (West Campus), Azusa, CA.
Cost: $110 by 2/29; $125 by 4/15; $150 thereafter. Group rates available. Register online.
Attention Youth Workers! Bring your students to a
5-day event that will cause your High Schoolers to MOVE! CA Dates & Locations: July 14-28, La Mirada ($277 by 6/30); July 21-25, San Luis Obispo ($347 by 7/7). For more information.
EVENTS FOR COLLEGE MINISTRY
April 9-11, 2008
SHIFT, A Student Ministries Conference, Barrington, IL. As the world of student ministry continues to shift and change, so do the needs of those who serve students. Shift 2008 is about innovation. Join youth leaders and students from all over the world seeking to encourage and learn from one another through conversation, interactive learning, ministry training, and worship. Keynote Speakers: Brian Mclaren, Mark Yaconelli, Shane Claiborne, Kara Powell, Dan Kimball. Worship: Charlie Hall, Brandon Grissom. Location: A few miles from the Willow Creek Campus at the top-notch facilities of Stonegate Conference Center. Rates for Willow Creek Association Members: by 1/22 - $275; by 2/26 - $295; after 2/26 - $315. Non-Members: by 1/22 - $315; by 2/26 - $335; after 2/26 - $355. Group discounts available. For registration and more information.
EVENTS FOR CREATIVE ARTS
March 24-27, 2008
MUSICalifornia, Pasadena, CA. Creative training in worship and arts for leaders, singers, bands, and tech heads. Classes will be led by highly skilled people from the trenches of local churches. They are weekend warriors just like you. Topics and resources will include Creativity, Spiritual Formation, Song Writing, New Worship Music, Singing, New Gear and more.
Cost: Full Registration, $340; Single Day Registration, $130. For more information.
April 25-27, 2008
Spirit & Truth - A worship retreat for high school and college students and young adults. This event is designed for young people involved in or interested in helping their generation experience God through music and the arts. Speakers: Todd Proctor, Phil Wickham, Keri Schulz, and Darin McWatters. Location: Ponderosa Pines Christian Camp, Running Springs, CA. Cost: $179. For more information and to register. (http://www.pondo.org)
June 11-13, 2008
ARISE - The Arts Conference 2008, Barrington, IL. This conference is a gathering of Christ-following artists, leaders, and teachers... everyone who helps bring Sunday services alive. The two-and-a-half day experience is designed to replenish you creatively, emotionally and spiritually. Location: The conference will be held at the Willow Creek campus in South Barrington, Illinois, 30 minutes west of Chicago's O'Hare Airport. Registration rates for...WCA members: $325 by 3/25; $345 by 4/29; $365 thereafter. Non-members: $355 by 3/25; $375 by 4/29; $395 thereafter. Group discounts available. Register online.
Worship Music Resource Tips from Jay Walden, a Transformation Ministries Worship Associate and full-time Celebration Arts and Men's Pastor at Pomona First Baptist Church, Pomona, CA. Jay is a frequent worship leader at camps and conferences. Read Jay's January article.
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Note:
Transformation Ministries suggests training events that we believe will be of great help to your church. Scholarships may be available for Covenanting Churches (See the note below).
EVENTS FOR PASTORS & LEADERS
April 26, 2008, 9 AM to 4 PM
"From Traditional Church to Missional Church," Alhambra, CA. Pastors bring your leadership teams to learn a more missional approach to ministry. Your team will leave with a larger understanding of what God is doing in the American Church. They will be encouraged with new ideas and fresh motivation for ministry in your community. Speaker: Reggie McNeal. Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast and lunch). For more information.
August 7-8, 2008
The Leadership Summit sponsored by the Willow Creek Association is an excellent, reliable way for you and your team to experience high-caliber leadership development... year after year. Join hearts and minds with tens of thousands of Christ-following leaders around the world. With more than 130 host locations transmitting via satellite across North America, the Summit is both convenient and affordable. Speakers include: Bill Hybels, Brad Anderson, Wendy Kopp, Catherine Rohr, Efrem Smith, John Burke, and more! Satellite Site Registration rates for... Willow Creek Association Members: by 5/20/08 - $185; by 6/24 - $195; after 6/24 - $205. Non-Members: by 5/20/08 - $245; by 6/24 - $255; after 6/24 - $265. For satellite locations and to register.
EVENTS FOR CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
2008 Children's Ministry Spring Training
On April 5, 2008, plan to attend a one-day conference with your entire children's ministry team at Faith Community Church in West Covina, CA.
Theme: KARDIA - Out of the <HEART> Proverbs 4:23. Cost: Regular, $54, Walk-in, $64. Cost includes two dynamic general sessions, 4 breakout workshops of your choice, a delicious lunch and entry into the exhibit hall. Spanish track available. To Register.
April 23-25, 2008
CHILDREN'S Ministry Conference. Come for three fun-filled days to talk, laugh, learn, worship, and dream together - discovering the very best approaches for the kids you serve. Gain insights and inspiration from peers, new resources, and a wide platform of children's ministry experts fro the unique challenges you face. It's time to CONSPIRE. Speakers: Christine Yount, Phil Vischer, Glen Keane, Rick Dempsey, David Stall and many others. Worship: Jon Klinepeter. Location: Willow Creek campus - 30 minutes west of Chicago's O'Hare Airport.
Rates for Willow Creek Association Members: by 2/5 - $315; by 3/11 - $335; after 3/11 - $355. Non-Members: by 2/5 - $355; by 3/11 - $375; after 3/11 - $395. Group discounts available. For registration and more information.
April 30-May 1, 2008 * November 12-13, 2008
Small Groups Advanced Training, Willow Creek Campus, Barrington, IL. Join the WCA team for unrivaled training events tailored to leading and building the Small Groups ministry in your church. Bring your core team to assess the strengths and weaknesses of your current Small Group ministry, clarify ministry objectives, and create a clear plan of action for your specific ministry challenges. Cost: WCA members - Individual $399; 2 persons $299 each; 3+ people, $266 each. Non-members - Individual $499; 2 persons $399 each; 3+ people, $366 each. For more information and to register.
EVENTS FOR SPORTS MINISTRY
April 17-19, 2008
NO LIMITS - the 2008 Church Sports & Recreation Summit, Barrington, IL. This year's Church Sports and Recreation Ministers Summit will challenge us to consider God's limitless plan for our recreation ministries. Keynote Speakers: Garry Poole, Mike Breaux, Rod Handley. Worship: Jonny Díaz. Location: The conference will be held at the Willow Creek campus in South Barrington, Illinois, 30 minutes west of Chicago's O'Hare Airport. Registration rates for... CSRM members: $259 by 1/18; $299 by 3/21; $339 thereafter. CSRM non-members: $339 by 1/18; $369 by 3/21; $399 thereafter. To register.
EVENTS FOR ADMINISTRATORS & MANAGERS
April 21-24, 2008
Christian Management Association - Serving with Excellence. Dallas, TX. This conference is designed for churches and parachurch ministries. Come to Dallas for best practices on management, leadership and governance. Speakers: Ken Blanchard, Chuck Swindoll, Jill Briscoe, Tony Evans, Patsy Clairmont, Chip Ingram, Steve Douglass, Brenda Salter McNeil. Music: Babbie Mason, Dick and Mel Tunney, and Kathy Troccoli. Cost (includes meals): By 12/31, $649 (members), $749 (non-members); after 12/31, $729 (members), $829 (non-members). Part-time rates available. For more information and to register.
EVENTS FOR CHURCH LEADERS
May 2-3, 2008
The Christian Ministries Training Association will be holding the annual GLASS Convention at the Pasadena Convention Center. This interdenominational convention offers over 200 workshops covering many ministry categories. The workshops feature interactive, hands-on, idea-packed learning opportunities for grass roots leaders and teachers in the church. Featured Speaker: Dr. Ken Hutcherson. For more information.
EVENTS FOR MINISTRY WIVES
Ministry Wives Save The Date!
May 6-8, 2008
Ministry Wives Network International is sponsoring the "Lord Revive Our Hearts" Conference at the Desert Princess Resort in Palm Springs, CA. Jill Briscoe, Vonette Bright, Lynne Dugan will be speakers. Special music by Miss Lillie Knauls. Registration Fee is $235 (includes Tuesday evening Welcome Reception, two Buffet Breakfasts, Wednesday evening gala banquet, gifts, and surprises). For questions, contact Shayna Powell at 760.674.1529.
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