Biennial Meetings of Converge Worldwide
and Bethel University
Theme: Stand in Awe
Keynote Speakers:
- Dr. John Jenkins
- Mrs. Priscilla Shirer
- Rev. John Van Dinther
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Meals
- Bethel University Luncheon
Thursday, June 28, noon
Come be inspired by and celebrate what’s happening in the lives of Bethel students, faculty and on BU campuses from coast to coast. - International Ministries Luncheon
Friday, June 29, noon
Come meet Converge missionaries and IM staff. - On-Site Family Dinner
Thursday & Friday, June 28-29, 6:00 PM
Come join us right at First Baptist Church of Glenarden for a family-style dinner.
Schedule
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
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a.m. |
Converge Overseers |
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1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. |
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7:00 p.m. |
Worship |
Thursday, June 28, 2012
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a.m. |
Bethel University Worship, Reports, & Business |
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noon |
Bethel Luncheon |
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2:00 p.m. |
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7:00 p.m. |
Worship |
Friday, June 29, 2012
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8:00 a.m. |
Converge Worship, Reports, Business, & Memorial Moment |
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noon |
International Ministries Luncheon |
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2:00 p.m. |
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7:00 p.m. |
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Saturday, June 30, 2012
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7:45 a.m. - 12:00 |
Explore the Nation's Capitol and all the tourist spots without the hassle of finding your own way! Tour buses will be stopping for short visits and photo ops at several monuments and historical landmarks. Tour buses will depart from First Baptist at 7:45 a.m. promptly and return at 12 noon. Adults $25.00 and children 12 & under $14.00 Space is limited and registrations is encouraged by June 1st. |
Equipping Seminars
Yellow Ribbon Churches – Come find out how your church can grow a ministry to military families in your church and community – Kevin McGhee facilitator.
Understanding and Embracing the New America – World cultures are expanding right around us. Jim Eaton, facilitator, will explore how your church can more effectively reach their communities of all ethnicities.
Full Marriage Experience – Pastoral leadership can pull you in many directions: both in time and emotionally. Come, let Jason and Kelli Krafsky, husband and wife facilitators, help you put your marriage priority back where it belongs.
Short-term Missions and the Battle against Sex Trafficking – Trafficking is becoming a very high profile issue and a dangerous business. Nate and Laura Davis, facilitators, will share their story of ministry to those caught in this difficult trap.
Social Media and Ministry – Peggy Kendall will share the results of a recent study that examined best practices of how Converge churches are currently using social media.