If churches are going to be making disciples, we have to be starting new churches, reaching new people, and doing justice in our communities, says Ray Jones and the Office of Evangelism where he serves. Disciple making is essential to the ministry of the church. We will examine what it means to be intentional about our relationships, as we walk alongside other disciples in order to equip, encourage, and challenge one another in love to follow Jesus into our lives, life together, and community. By participating in this webinar you will: Strengthen your ability to tell your own stories of transformation and the witness of Scripture Identify your spheres of influence, where you can tell those stories and equip the others to do so, too Develop a plan to deepen your relationships with God and with others both within and outside the church The live presentation will also include a Q & A segment so you can ask Ray your questions! RAY JONES is coordinator for evangelism … [Read more...]
Connecting with Young Adults and Equipping a Multigenerational Church (presented by Rob Fohr)
This presentation includes: 10 tips congregations can use to create a welcoming environment for young adults Multi-generational perspectives and a discussion of some "light" generational theory (naming the water in which we are swimming) Research on Millennials and a discussion of various ways in which they are connecting with faith and faith communities A description of work towards the young adult directional goal of the Presbyterian Mission Agency ROB FOHR is the young adult catalyst for the Presbyterian Mission Agency, and is charged with helping implement the PMA’s agency-wide directional goal on young adults. Fohr served in the PC(USA)’s Young Adult Volunteer program in Buenos Aires, Argentina (’05-06), is a ruling elder, currently serving on the session of Highland Presbyterian Church (Louisville), and is currently pursuing a master’s of arts in religion at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Click here to purchase the on-demand … [Read more...]
Webinar: Not Your Parents’ Offering Plate
Click here to purchase the on-demand replay of the webinar - $29.95 (up to 6 viewers) Click here to purchase a DVD recording of the webinar - $39.95 (plus shipping) Participants will learn…. The reasons people give Why annual campaigns are archaic The three pockets of giving Clif Christopher, a United Methodist Minister, is the founder and president of Horizons Stewardship, the author of “Not Your Parents’ Offering Plate: A New Vision for Financial Stewardship” (the highest selling book ever on the topic), and the recently released, “Rich Church, Poor Church: Keys to Effective Financial Ministry.” Click here to read the Outlook book review of Not Your Parents’ Offering Plate. Click here to purchase the on-demand web replay - $29.95 (up to 6 viewers) Click here to purchase a DVD recording of the webinar - $39.95 (plus shipping) For group pricing and any other questions, please contact Jana Blazek at [email protected] or 800-446-6008 ext … [Read more...]
The Welcoming Congregation
Churches that want to embrace all people begin with the creation of welcoming sites, worship, meals, and small groups then enjoy the fruits of reconciliation, outreach, and new perceptions of God’s inclusive love. Discover the biblical basis for Christian hospitality and how it is practiced in welcoming congregations today. Participants will gain: An understanding of why welcoming is so difficult today An overview of best practices of hospitable congregations in the US and abroad Knowledge of the roots of Christian hospitality: welcoming sites, worship, meals, and small groups Appreciation for the fruits of hospitality: reconciliation, outreach, and new perceptions of God’s inclusive love Action plans for your congregation, to help you do a better job of welcoming guests Click here to purchase and view the on-demand web replay – $29.95 Henry G. Brinton is the lead pastor of Fairfax Presbyterian Church in Virginia, a … [Read more...]
How to Talk About Money with Theological Integrity
Recorded January 29, 2013 Jesus had much to say about money and the faithful use of possessions; in fact the Bible has more to say about this subject than love or prayer. Ironically, most pulpits are silent when it comes to money-talk except for the annual stewardship or "we-need-your-money" sermon. How different might the financial health of most American congregations be if clergy knew how to talk about money with theological integrity and pastoral sensitivity? During this webinar, you'll learn about: Breaking the taboo of money-talk in your congregation Understanding church giving from the donors' points of view Shaping a theology of faith, money and giving Pastors, elders, stewardship team members, and budget committee members - this webinar is for you! Dr. Enright will help you claim your confessional heritage and raise an awareness of what it means to talk about faith, money, and giving with theological integrity. To purchase the webinar … [Read more...]
Webinar: Building the Market for Your New Book
A 90-Minute Webinar Co-sponsored by The Presbyterian Outlook and the Presbyterian Writers Guild Featuring Thom Kephart Webinar recorded November 6, 2012. OK, so you have written this fantastic novel, perhaps a sizzling romantic mystery, so what do you do now? Since you are neither famous or infamous enough to have agents lined up at your door, you decide to go the self-publishing route. Building on the wonderful information derived from the previous webinar by the Presbyterian Writer’s Guild, you work your way through the process of identifying a publisher and even getting your novel digitalized. Your book now exists. Your novel would rival the DaVinci Code, but how do you build a market for your work? Even though you do not have a lot of money to invest in an advertizing campaign, you have the amazing resource of the Internet. How can you make use of this rapidly developing resource to market your new book? The Presbyterian Writer’s Guild, in cooperation with The … [Read more...]
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