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National Girls' Ministries Conference

Are you a Girls Clubs leader, children's pastor, Sunday school teacher, or youth sponsor or pastor? This conference is for you! Come together with others from across the country to encounter God in a fresh way and to be challenged as a leader to greater anointed ministry to girls. Choose from a wide range of skill-sharpening workshops on topics designed with you in mind! 

Monday, Sessions (Click on times to see detailed descriptions of the workshops)

Session 1: 9:00-10:15 AM

Session 2: 10:30-11:45 AM

Session 3: 1:00-2:15 PM 

Session 4: 2:30-3:45 PM

Exhibit Break: 3:45-4:45 PM

Dinner Break: 5:00-6:00 PM

General Session: 7:00-9:00 PM

Tuesday, Sessions

Session 1: 9:00-10:15 AM

Session 2: 10:30-11:45 AM

 Lunch Break: 12:00-1:00 PM

 CMA Conference Girls Tracks

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CMA Leaders' Labs

Each of these pre-NCMC sessions is created in such a way to delve deeply into each of these relevent topics.  Each topic will have 3 hours devoted to equipping you the leader with great tools to take back with you to more effectively minister in these respective areas.  The following list will be offered on Monday afternoon and again on Tuesday morning (schedule).  So for one low price, choose 2 different sessions that you feel will most benefit you - the LEADER!

LARGE CHURCH Children's Ministries Forum

Network with leaders like you.
Interact one-on-one with our speaker, Steve Adams - children's pastor at Saddleback Church, Lake Forest, CA.
Designed for leaders in churches over 600.
Clear answers in the roundtable format.
Learn from leaders facing the same challenges you do.
Enjoy dinner on CMA @ the Spaghetti Factory.
Taught by: Steve Adams

Children's Church LIVE

Need some new ideas for your Sunday Morning Children's Church?  In this session, you will be able to see different styles and approaches to the Sunday Morning Children's Church.  We will be showcasing Children's Pastors and Ministry Teams in order to spotlight some new trends and styles in your Sunday Morning Children's Church approach.
Taught by: Steve & Sandra Hogue

Children and the SUPERNATURAL

How often does HE show up in your Children's Ministry?  Ministry without HIM is nothing more than a performance. Invite HIM to be a part!
Taught by:     Pat Holland      &     Billy Burns

The PRE-TEEN Gap

Children grow up; does our ministry grow up with them?  Connect the dots, build some bridges, and close the gap.
Taught by:     Kevin Geer      &     Natalie Rogge

Making FAMILY MINISTRY Work

What's all the buzz about?  Discover for yourself the foundations of family ministry and whether it is right for you.
Taught by:     Jesse Baumgartner      &     Matt Payne

The Children's Ministry Foundation: EARLY CHILDHOOD

Why play catch-up?  Start from the beginning building a foundation for ministry at birth!
Taught by:     Miss PattyCake      &     Carolyn Burwell

The KEYS to Children's Ministries

Discover the keys to a growing and thriving, healthy and successful Children's Ministry in a church plant or established work!
Taught by:     Dick Gruber      &     Rob Bradbury

TOP TEN Concerns in Children's Ministries Today

The concerns of today's children's ministry are not what they were even a few years ago.  We will take what is most concerning across the nation in 2010, clearly identify the concern and provide possible solutions. 
Taught by:     Alton Garrison      &     Rod Loy

So, You're a WOMAN in Ministry

So, you're not only a woman but a woman called to ministry - what does the Bible say about that! 
Taught by:     Lynn Krogstad      &     Johanna Garrison     &     Paula Noble

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 "[The] conference was
absolutely incredible.  We
had such a great time
learning, listening,
networking, and so much
more.  The workshops were
very practical and fun, the
services were awesome
(thanks for the altar
time!), the talent 
showcases were great and
we can't say enough about
how much we enjoyed
EVERY aspect of the
conference."

---Rob & Nita



 






National BGMC Conference

MUCH, MUCH more information coming soon about this great part of our conference!
Check back again!!!

CMA Workshop Tracks

Each Track is intentionally designed to bring clarity to a specific topic; examining the topic from seven different viewpoints throughout seven breakout sessions starting Tuesday afternoon and continuing throughout the schedule through Thursday Afternoon.


BGMC - Instilling a Heart of Compassion

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Children love other children, children love to give and children want to be a part of something bigger than themselves.  Where do your children fit in the world-wide picture?


Creative MEDIA...

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In a media driven world, discover successful techniques proven to enhance your children's media ministry.


DISTRICT Connection

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Do you know what is going on in your district?  How about in your area?  This is the place to get connected, find out who you can call when you need help and learn how you can be a part of the bigger picture.


EARLY CHILDHOOD Fundamentals...

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Effective Children's Ministry starts at an early age.  Develop, plan and implement a strategy for successful ministry beginning at birth. 


Essential RESOURCES...

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Effective Children's Ministry starts at an early age.  Develop, plan and implement a strategy for successful ministry beginning at birth.


FAMILY MINISTRY Components...

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Is family ministry simply the latest fad?   Clearly discover components to a successful family ministry


Fostering SPIRIT-LED Ministry

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We all desire for the Spirit to inhabit all we do but do we make room for Him to have complete access to our services? Do we encourage the adults and children in our services to make Him feel welcome?  Be encouraged on how to foster SPIRIT-LED ministry.


Innovative TOOLS...

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Do you have a desire to improve your Children's Ministry skill set? Learn from the experts to enhance your tools and talents for effective Children's Ministry, in and outside of your children's church.


Lessons in LEADERSHIP...

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As a Leader you need to be continually learning and developing; there is always room for improvement and growth. Discover how to maximize your Leadership Potential.


Ministering to Children with SPECIAL NEEDS

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There are children in your services with special needs of all kinds. Would you like to better be able to help their spiritual formation? Join our experts in exploring how to better and more specifically serve these beautiful children.


Ministry to BOYS Today...

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Is your church stepping up and becoming involved in an exciting adventure for young men? It's not rocket science; it's mentorship in godly manhood at its best!


Ministry to GIRLS Today...

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Our society becomes more complex by the day! As parents and leaders we have the responsibility to be a source of sound information and encouragement to our girls.


PRE-TEEN Programming...

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Build a bridge between Children's Ministry and Youth Ministry, helping pre-teens make a smooth transition.


Strategic PROCEDURES...

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If you fail to plan, plan on failing.  Learn from the experts in safety, security, special needs and other procedural information that will help your ministry to thrive.


Unmasking CHILDREN'S CULTURE...

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Is your Children's Ministry Relevant?  Understanding your target audience will enhance your ministry, cultivating effectiveness and success.


VOLUNTEER Elements...

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Without proper resources your task is twice as hard.  Find out what resources are available to aide you in your Children's Ministry.