The Beautiful News
During times of growing cultural opposition to the Gospel, it is easy for followers of Jesus to become defensive, antagonistic and even cynical as we seek to defend the truth of Jesus. Given this temptation, it is important that we are anchored not only in the truth, but also the beauty of the Good News that we steward. It is through a deep appreciation of the beauty of the Gospel that our hearts can be shaped to be tender and confident regardless of how we are treated. It is through the embodiment of the beautiful news in transformed lives and good works that barriers are broken down in the hearts of those far from Christ. For these reasons and more we need a robust understanding and appreciation of the beautiful news revealed in the Gospel of Jesus.
EFCA pastor, Chasten Hendricks. from Crossover Bible Church in Tulsa OK will be our keynote speaker. He will share with us about the power of the beautiful news of Jesus that transforms lives and communities. There will also be ministry training seminars for equipping, our annual business meeting to celebrate what God has done and consider where he is leading, and opportunities to catch up with ministry colleagues from around the district. So set aside November 8-9 in your calendar for a time of encouragement and connection. Register is open below.
chasten hendricks
Chasten Hendricks is a husband, father, pastor, & teacher whose desire is to help others see & savor the glory of God. He currently serves as a Teaching Pastor at Crossover Bible Church in Tulsa, OK – an EFCA congregation that makes disciples through a variety of Gospel-motivated endeavors including healthcare, housing development, education & more. As part of this mission, one of his additional joys is being able to serve the young men of his community as a high school history teacher within Crossover Preparatory Academy. Chasten holds master’s degrees in Curriculum & Instruction along with Christian Education, & he seeks to use all of these gracious tools & opportunities for the good of others & to the glory of God.
Chasten lives in Oklahoma with his beautiful bride, Janet, & their two joyful daughters, Janai & Brielle.
Schedule
Friday, November 8th
1:00pm Registration
1:30pm Disciple-making Training Seminar 1
3:00pm Break
3:30pm Disciple-making Training Seminar 2
5:00pm Dinner
6:30pm Keynote Session 1
Saturday, November 9th
8:30am. Coffee/Registration
9:00am Keynote Session 2
10:30am Break
11:00am Business Meeting
12:30pm Lunch
1:30pm Keynote Session 3
3:00pm Depart
Friday Disciple-making Seminar Options
How To Run A Gospel Conversations Training
Learn how to equip others to effectively share their story & God’s story using the tools presented in the Gospel Conversations Training. Presenters - Paul Voltmer, Regional Superintendent, NEDA & Lead Pastor, Trinity EFC & Demetria Hunt, Worship Director & Next Gen Coordinator, Elm City Church
How to Run a Discovery Bible Study
Learn how to disciple people using the Discovery Bible Study method which is being used globally to multiply disciple makers. Presenter - Ves Sheely, Former NEDA District Superintendent
Implementing the 4 fields disciple-making paradigm
Develop a deeper understanding of the 4 Fields Disciple-making paradigm. Presenter - Albie Powers, Lead Pastor, Elm City Church
Dealing with conflict in the church
Learn simple, biblical principles for processing conflict in the church. Presenter - Mike Phillips, Vice Chairman NEDA Board & Elder at Faith EFC Waterville & Sam Huggard, NEDA District Superintendent
Developing Missional Families
Learn how to equip ordinary families to live on Gospel mission in their communities. Presenter - Gina Mueller, Disciple Making Catalyst for Vision New England
Bringing TEDS to your church: the importance of theological training
Consider how your church can develop theologically trained disciples of Jesus. Presenter - Bill Yaccino, Director of Church Relations, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Location:
Grace Community Evangelical Free Church
49 Old Swanzey
Spofford, NH 03462