Covenant's Summit
Monday, September 15, 2008
Session 1- 5:45 - 6:30 pm
Meal- 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Session 2- 7:15 - 8:00 pm
Registration is needed by September 10
Session 1- 5:45 - 6:30 pm (Choose 1 Workshop)
A Scripture-based Guide to Parenting Toddlers to Pre-teens
Scripture will be used to assist parents of children ages 12 and under in achieving what proverbs states as "Train up a child in the way he should go."
Speaker: Ray Little
Principles of Prayer
This session deals with practical principles on helping us learn to pray in a very meaningful and inspirational way.
Speaker: Dr. George Mathison
Leadership: Vision
This session explores steps leadership must take to effectively share their vision for the church.
Speaker: Reverend Jeffery Spiller
Methodism 101
A brief study of the heritage, history, beliefs, and organization of the United Methodist Church. An attempt will be made to lift the spirits of the people called Methodist and reveal how they interpret the ageless affirmations of God's holy scriptures.
Speaker: Reverend Ernest Andress
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Meal- 6:30 - 7:15 (Reservations MUST be in by September 10)
Adults: Chicken Pot Pie, Salad, Assorted Bread and Dessert (prepared by Sharon Duerson)
Children: Pizza, Fruit, and a Cookie
Youth: Chick-Fil-A (please make reservations through Christie and Lyndsey)
Adult Meal: Cost- $5.00
Children's Meal: Cost- $3.50
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Session 2- 7:15 - 8:00 pm (Choose 1 Workshop)
A Scripture-based Guide to Parenting Teenagers
Using a consequence-based model, participants will be provided an overview of parenting skills to assist the child in his or her movement from the protective environment of childhood to the path of a Christ-like young adult.
Speaker: Ray Little
By-Products of Prayer
Part two addresses some of the benefits and by-products of an effective prayer life.
Speaker: Dr. George Mathison
Leadership: Re-vision
This session explores how leadership must know when to re-evaluate efficiency of current church programs and change them, if necessary.
Speaker: Reverend Jeffrey Spiller
Mama, Ma'am, Mrs., and Me
Our roles as women are many, often changing in the course of a day. We will explore how to lay aside our "titles" and meet God- just as we are.
Speaker: Dale Saliba
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Activities for Children and Youth
Children
Where did the Bible come from? What is the difference between the Old Testament and the New Testament? What is the concordance? How do I use the topical index? Learn to study about a particular Bible story. Learn how to look for a particular Bible story. Learn how to find that scripture you can never find. Learn about places and times in the Bible. Learn why the Bible is the most awesome book ever written. Learn it at the Summit with your friends.
Youth
Common Ground Montgomery (CGM)
Join us as CGM Founder and Executive Director, Bryan Kelly, shares his passion and vision for being "Jesus with skin on" in the impoverished and under-resourced areas of Montgomery, AL. Bryan and his family believe they have been called to become a part of the fabric of these areas for the purpose of transformation. Bryan currently works with area youth through athletics and bible study while introducing them to have a personal relationship with Christ. So, mark your calendars and invite a friend to our time together!
