Learning and Connection Tracks
May 30, 2012 | Learning Tracks
NextGen Leaders
May 30, 2012 — 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
NextGen ministry leaders face major challenges in keeping the attention of children and Millennials who are growing up in a world where information is available every moment of the day. Author and president of The Barna Group David Kinnaman (unChristian and You Lost Me) will be the keynote speaker at a combined morning session as NextGen leaders examine why the next generation is leaving the church. In the afternoon, breakout discussions will be organized for ministry leaders who work with similar age groups.
Back to top »Foursquare Scholars Fellowship
May 30, 2012 — 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Let’s explore the past, present and future of the Foursquare movement as it’s comprised by thousands of unique voices. This year’s Connection theme, “Speak—Reclaim Our Voice,” will be the focus in a session led by Sam Rockwell, David Moore and other Foursquare leaders and scholars. This Learning and Connection Track will address the question of how we preserve our uniqueness and identity in the face of the changing landscape of global Christianity. Anyone is welcome!
Back to top »Administration
May 30, 2012 — 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
The Administration track will be split into two parallel sessions—one for executive pastors and one for church administrators. The groups will begin together in a large classroom setting, then break apart for practical, focused discussion geared to each group.
Practical topics will include developing mission and vision statements, maximizing church facilities and wise budgeting practices. The groups will also delve deeper, looking at how to lead and release, deal with conflicts that arise and foster direct and edifying conversations. A hot-button issue with churches in recent days, social media also will be discussed; participants will discuss the risks and rewards, and how to carefully and effectively use this real-time communication.
Back to top »Worship Leaders
May 30, 2012 — 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
New this year, this Learning and Connection Track will allow worship leaders from around the world to meet and collaborate, expanding our knowledge and inspiration for communicating God’s word through song and spoken word.
Participation includes an opportunity to present an original worship song live as well as a songwriting workshop featuring Matt Redman. A Foursquare Worship Leaders Network is also being formed, and participants can receive information on how to get involved and connected. (Registrants will receive further information on how to submit original music.)
Back to top »ForeRunners
May 30, 2012 — 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Plan now to attend this special four-hour event for retired ministers. We will sing hymns, hear a message from the Word, and celebrate with those who are being honored for 50 and 60 years of service to The Foursquare Church. Lunch will be served, and you will have plenty of time to reminisce and reconnect with old friends and meet some new ones as well!
Back to top »Senior Pastors and Leaders
May 30, 2012 — 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
A connection track for senior pastors and key leaders will provide an invaluable time of networking and conversation with other Foursquare pastors from around the country. Participants will be sorted by church size into groups to foster topical, practical discussion on best practices for church leadership.
Talking points will include:
- Building a culture of discipleship
- Engaging our communities with the gospel of care, compassion and confidence in Christ
- Examining unique expressions of the Foursquare gospel
- Becoming transformational pastors