Synergy

Synergy 2020 - Launching A Foster Care Ministry

Wonder what foster care ministry looks like? Don't feel led to be a foster parent, but want to help vulnerable children and families? Come learn how as we talk about how your church can use what they already have in place to minister to vulnerable children and families.

Paris Yanno
Director of Father's Heart, OMN

Synergy 2020 - Kids and Trauma - Part 2

Participants will gain an understanding of children who have been through trauma and learn practical helps for those caregivers, teachers or pastors working with children affected by trauma.

Mandy Litzke
Family Coach Supervisor, Safe Families

Synergy 2020 - Keeping Passion In Compassion

Discover missions strategies that utilize “serving” to open the doors to gospel proclamation.  Why compassion ministries? How can we implement these ministries well? We will be looking at healthy approaches to compassion ministries that lead to long-term impacts.  My hope is for attendees to not only leave with a fresh passion for compassion, but also with tools to help facilitate appropriate responses of love to those in need which will lead to life transformation in Christ.

Christine Little
Missionary, Assemblies of God World Missions (AGWM)

Synergy 2020 - How Would Jesus React?: Helping Women Become Overcomers of Sexual Abuse

It takes wisdom, empathy, and courage to handle the delicate topics of sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, and our culture's conversations around the #metoo movement. But our competent God has laid out a clear path for us in Scripture to represent Him well in these situations! Come learn how you can help women become overcomers instead of victims, and find true restoration and healing in Christ.

Bethany Becker
Peoples Church Uptown

Synergy 2020 - How to Work with the Highly Distractible Learning

A bad case of the wiggles? The Bouncy Tigger Syndrome? The Chattering Chatterers? How do you help easily distracted learners stay put, stay focused and get the point? We will focus on easy ways to help those with ADHD, ADD and other hidden learning difficulties. Best of all, we will look at techniques that will not single out the child or embarrass them, but get them to buy into what you are doing and actually encourage others to do the same. If you have busy kids, kids that are on the autism spectrum, have an attention deficit issue or you're struggling to keep everyone engaged simultaneously, this session is for you. And best of all, we'll do it on the cheap!

Trudi Graffius
Assisting Partner, STAND

Synergy 2020 - How To Grow Yourself and Your Worship Team

Learn practical skills needed to take you and your worship team to the next level.

 

Jordan Neimetz
Worship and Young Adults Pastor, Rockside Church

Synergy 2020 - How To Avoid Extinction - Keeping The Next Generation

With each passing day, more and more young people are walking away from the faith. Two generations in America have been seduced by the world and its unhealthy "Rites of Passage." If we lose another generation it will have a dramatic impact on the moral climate of the church and the nation. Shape the future by the seed you sow today! We are either growing up or growing cold.

Eric Diehl
Covenant Life

Synergy 2020 - Growing Your Coaching Skills

As a coach, the most powerful tools in your toolbox are first, the ability to listen to the person being coached along with the Holy Spirit. And second, understanding the power of a well-crafted question. Growing in these two skills will allow you to take your coaching to the next level.

Aaron DeLong
Lead Pastor, Simple Church

Synergy 2020 - GO 2020

Now is the time to activate. Jesus changes everything, so now is the time to change status quo. Together in May 2020, it’s time for the Church to GO! Go2020 is a call to all followers of Jesus to rise up as one church, sharing one message in one month. Together we will experience a historic moment that could change our nation and lead to the fulfillment of the Great Commission in our lifetime! Come learn how you and your church can join the movement by engaging in five simple strategies: Pray, Prepare, Promote, Participate, Pass it On.

John Musgrave
Church Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Synergy 2020 - Giving More So More Can Be Sent

Gain practical insights for increasing your church’s capacity to financially support more missionaries.

 

TJ Wolfe
Lead Pastor, Eastside Community Church

Synergy 2020 - Funerals That Win The Lost

This session will teach strategies whereby grieving people can be comforted and won to Christ at the same time. Every step throughout the process is vitally important to a fruitful outcome. Come learn how to prepare for the funeral with practical resources focusing on sermon outlines, funeral delivery, and follow up with the family.

Steve Harrop
Cornerstone Church

Synergy 2020 - Exploring Compensation Standards

This session will take a look at the components of a minister's compensation package and look at ways to make sure your church blesses your pastor as best as it possibly can. We will also look at recent developments in the healthcare and minister's taxation.

Shelby Pratt
Network Finance Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Synergy 2020 - Essentials for Missions Partnerships

Learn how to create and sustain effective and growing missions ministries in the local church.

Essential - "Absolutely necessary or extremely important."   What is absolutely necessary for us as individuals and churches to partner with missionaries and their ministry? Essential also means "basic to the nature of something."  What is the very essence of "Mission Partnership?"  What does this "partnership" look like?  What are some practical ways we can partner with missionaries and reach the world with the Gospel?  What are some practical resources that are available to help us achieve this partnership?   What resources can we provide to our missionaries to connect them with partners?  I pray this time of collaboration will inspire, teach and resource each and every one of us as we minister to one another.   

Peggy Holbrook
Missions Representative, Abundant Life AG

Synergy 2020 - Does God Care About My Sexual Identity

As conversations regarding sexual identity continue to take center stage in our culture, the church must equip itself to answer important questions facing people today. Join Dr. Lichi for this important session and learn how to effectively respond to this important question.

Dr. Donald Lichi
Psychologist & Vice President, Ermerge Counseling Services

Synergy 2020 - Discipling Within Small Groups

Is your small group 3D? Small groups are more than just connection points or fellowship groups. Every believer is called to live a 3D life (disciples discipling disciples). Small groups have the opportunity to help members grow spiritually in the context of community while also equipping them to live out the priesthood of believers within their own spheres of influence. Join us as we discuss how this can be done with some simple practices that any leader can use regardless of their level of training or experience.

Tiffany Crosby
Business Leader / Author, Radiant Life Church

Synergy 2020 - Developing A Healthy Pastor/Board Relationship

In this session, participants will focus on principles and strategies involved in understanding church leadership roles and developing healthy relationships between pastor and board.

John Musgrave
Church Development Director, Ohio Ministry Network

Synergy 2020 - Church Safety and Security

In today's world, church security and safety continue to be topics of great importance. Join R.J. Lowery and Steve Raikes as they discuss best practices in building your church’s safety team, providing protection from the parking lot, to the pulpit.

R.J. Lowery
Safety Director - Vision Development Team, One Church

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Steve Raikes
Agent, American Church Group

Synergy 2020 - Building God's Kingdom In Your Community

Whether your church is in a Suburban, Rural, or Urban area God wants to use it to redeem both people and communities. This workshop will feature a panel of Pastors who have found creative ways to engage their communities in each of these unique contexts. Come ready to get some great ideas, hear some great stories, and ask some powerful questions.

Shaun Howard
Lead Pastor, Chillicothe First Assembly (CFA)

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Tom Baxter
Lead Pastor, Peoples Church East

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Gary Gray
Lead Pastor, Highway Tabernacle

Synergy 2020 - Building A Connections & Discipleship Model

In today’s reality, where average church attendance has diminished to two or three weekend services per month, church leaders must develop intentional steps to effectively connect people and help them move toward growing in Christ. This workshop will help participants identify weak points so they can “close the back door” in their local church’s connections and discipleship processes.

Stuart Ross
Discipleship Team Leader, Christian Life Center

Synergy 2020 - Board Member Liability

As a church board member, there are certain liabilities that could affect you and your family. Come learn what those are and how to best protect yourself and your church.

Ben Rupp
Agency Principal, American Church Group