Very few set for themselves a higher standard than the leader sets for himself or herself. A consistent demonstration of excellence will inspire leaders and the team to raise their efforts. (OFJ Key Result Area: Recruit and Train)

Isaiah Rowe

With each passing day, more and more young people are walking away from the faith. So far, in America, two generations have been seduced by the world and its unhealthy “Rites of Passage.” If another generation is lost, it will have a dramatic impact on the moral climate of both the church and our nation. We can help preserve this generation by lovingly directing our children towards godly rites of passage and ultimately godly adulthood!

Eric Diehl

Explore the difference in learning styles between boys and girls and how to best reach them where they are.

Tom & Mandy Groot

In today's society, we are seeing more and more children experiencing trauma. Unfortunately, the effects of trauma do not go away when the traumatic event ends. In this class we will learn from a Licensed Social Worker while discussing the effects of trauma, the compounded problems that stem from trauma, and how to work with those who have been through trauma.

Rhonda Peterson

Discover Biblical principles for investing in local and global missions while learning practical ways churches can increase financial resources to support more missionaries and missions ministries and hearing a process for making allocation decisions. (OFJ Key Result Area: Give and Pray)

Aaron Taylor

Examine and discuss the core problems in our foster care system and learn the Biblical solution of how we can help children in the foster care system flourish.

Paris Yanno

Father's Heart

As believers in Jesus, we must not only proclaim, but become the message to our cities through consistently engaging our communities. In this session, we will examine ways to cultivate a Jesus movement in our areas of influence and walk away equipped with fresh vision to see transformation in our cities.

Daniel LaCella

Learn the foundational pieces of a successful youth ministry and understand how to build systems, develop leaders, and utilize resources to create a healthy youth ministry.

Discuss the power of corporate, Biblical, and purposeful prayer for your community.

Al Yanno

Every ministry needs to have prayer support. This session will deal with the nuts and bolts of building a prayer support team.

Speakers:

Jo Kirk