"Biblical Justice in Community" Urban Ministries Conference 2018

Presented By:

Washington Conference Outreach Ministries

How do we effectively share the gospel of Christ in an urbanized world? Four out of five Americans now live in the city, creating one of the greatest evangelistic challenges facing the Adventist church in America. This Conference will highlight proven principles and practices that impact the holistic needs of diverse people groups in cities. It will spotlight innovative, successful, and sustainable ministries operated by Adventist churches in the urban context. Attendees will be exposed to Biblical principles that should influence and inform effective ministry in our current social climate. 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 
Pastors, Local church Elders, Adventist Community Services Directors, Urban Ministry/Inner-City leaders, Outreach volunteers and anyone tired of “doing the same thing, but expecting a different result.” 
Churches are encouraged to bring multiple, key leaders to the Conference. Those that register 5 or more, will receive a $9 rebate per/attendee after the conference. 

REGISTRATION: www.UrbanSDA.eventbrite.com

Registration fees include access to all meetings, materials, and three meals.

• Early Bird Deadline: March 25, 2018 - $109.00
• Regular: April 8, 2018 - $129.00
• Onsite: after April 8, 2018 - $160.00 

For more details, contact Outreach Ministries at 253-681-6008.

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The Community Services & Urban Ministries Conference will involve 2 sessions.

Session I: August 12-13 (Saturday & Sunday)
Sabbath: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Session II: August 14-15 (Monday & Tuesday) --- **Repeat of Session I**
Monday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

Registration: $20.00/person

***PLEASE NOTE - Before attending the Conference, completion of "Community Service & Urban Ministry Certification Program" is required. You can find this free online course at www.AdventistLearningCommunity.com***

Click Here for More Information on the Online Pre-work Requirement.

Guest Presenters:
Dr. Sung Kwon - NAD Executive Director, Adventist Community Services
Michael Brown - NAD Associate Director, Philanthropic Service for Institutions

Sponsored By:
Iowa-Missouri Conference Adventist Community Services
North American Division Adventist Community Services

Contact - Jody Dickhaut at pstrjody@gmail.com

COURSES BEING OFFERED:

• Assisting Individuals in Crisis
• Warehouse Manager Development/Team Building
• Donations Operations/When Disaster Strikes-Protecting Yourself and Others from Financial Exploitation
• E-Reporting

Registration Fee:
$65 - online; $95 - onsite

Accommodation: Onsite housing is available free of charge.
                             Hotel Comfort Inn is available at a discounted rate of $89/night plus tax. 

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Click Here for ALL prerequisite information.

This Certification & Training program is facilitated by the Allegheny East Conference ACS in partnership with the Columbia Union Conference and North American Division ACS.

Become involved in Disaster Response!

Attend a free 2-day seminar on Disaster Assessment and Shelter Operations that will teach you how to help your community during emergencies and natural disasters. These seminars are hosted by the Northern California Conference, and will be taught by W. Derrick Lea, NAD ACS Disaster Response Director.

Disaster Assessment:
Saturday, April 22, 2017 (Sabbath)
2:00 - 6:00 pm

Shelter Operations:
Sunday, April 23, 2017 (Sunday)
9:00 am - 12:00 pm

For more information: Contact Gordon Botting at (925) 603-5072 or Gordon.Botting@nccsda.com

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Develop leadership, knowledge, and skills to enhance community outreach ministries. This session offers three different workshops (choose one):

• Community Development - Sung Kwon
• Eldercare Ministry - Wynelle Stevens
• Disaster Response - W. Derrick Lea

Registration Cost: $45.00

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Earn credentials by attending and completing a Disaster Assessment and Response course which will be taught by instructors from the North American Division ACS: W. Derrick Lea, NAD ACS DR Director, and Charlene Sargent, Assistant Director for DR.  

SCHEDULE:

• Feb 18 (Sat): 11:00 am - Sabbath morning message, Pr. Larry Mays, Coordinator for North Pacific Union ACS DR.
• Feb 18 (Sat): 2:00 pm - Disaster Assessment, W. Derrick Lea
• Feb 19 (Sun): 9:00 am - Donations Operations, Charlene Sargent
  *NOTE - Lunch will be provided to attendees on both days.*

REGISTRATION OPTIONS:

1. Contact Gabriele (Kalispell ACS Director) at 720-560-4763 or gmlaub@gmail.com.
2. Click on their Facebook event page to register.

ACCOMMODATION:

You may reserve rooms at these suggested Kalispell hotels:  

1. Summerhill Suites

2. Homewood Suites

3. Hilton Garden Inn

4. Super8
 

Are you interested in becoming an ACS recognized Crisis Care Provider?

The North American Division Adventist Community Services is offering a 'Crisis Care' class at the Adventist Ministries Convention on January 6-7, 2017 in Tucson, AZ. This course will teach you how to provide emotional and spiritual care to survivors of disasters and other tragic events, and enhance your knowledge and skills in providing care for others daily.

• January 6 (Friday): 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
• January 7 (Saturday): 9:00 am - 6:00 pm; lunch included

*Will include: Special spiritual 'Power Points' and a time of Sabbath reflections

Taught by: Dr. Martin W. Feldbush, D. Min., BCC
Approved Instructor with the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation

Credits: Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of Maryland will be awarded on completion of this course.

Registration Details:

Contact - Wynellestevens@nadadventist.org

Cost - $50.00

Deadline - November 28, 2016

Glenn Rogers says, “It is balanced outreach that involves a proclamation of the Gospel as well as a demonstration of God’s love and concern for every soul. It is seeing and ministering to the whole persons.” 

Participants will learn the essentials of community connectedness and share examples of church growth addressing these essentials. Also shared, is a better understanding of serving God and His people based on Isaiah 58 in regards to social justice.

Explore which ministry or service really makes a difference in the community development or in an individual’s life, and learn how to use performance measurements to enhance the effectiveness of your community outreach ministries.

Join us as we discuss the real essence of reaching communities around our churches. Let us be the church that God expects us to be!  

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"SERVE WITH INTENTIONALITY"

By

TEAMS (Transforming and Educating Ambassadors for Mission and Service) Forum

Network with other mission-minded individuals from both the North American Division and our global church for a weekend of sharing and collaboration on crucial topics related to Christian service.

Register online at southern.edu/teamsforum

General Fees: $200
Student Fees: $85
***Fees include 3 meals each on Friday and Saturday***

Featured Speakers:

• Elder Dan Jackson, President of the North American Division of Seventh Day Adventist
• Dr. May-Ellen Colón, Director of Adventist Community Services International
• Dr. Sung Kwon, Executive Director of Adventist Community Services, North American Division of Seventh-Day Adventists
• Dr. Gasper Colón, Resource Developer, Global Mission Urban Centers, General Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists  
• Dr. Carlos Martin, Professor of Evangelism & Missions, Southern Adventist University

For More Information: Visit facebook.com/mgcdsouthern or email mgcd@southern.edu