Schedule

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

1:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Registration

7:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m. James W. Culp, Sr. Banquet
Rev. Reginald DeVaughn- Silverlake Church, Pearland, TX

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Session 1

9:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Session 2

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Celebration Worship

1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. African American Pastors Fellowship of TX Meeting

2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Session 3

7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Evening Worship
Rev. Eddie L. Jenkins- New Hope Baptist Church, Michigan City, IN

Thursday, July 7, 2011

8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Session 4

10:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Session 5

11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Empowerment Worship
Rev. C. L. Harvey- Sunlight Baptist Tabernacle, Houston, TX

Conferences

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CHURCH ADMINISTRATION TRACT

Successful Church Buildings and Better Use of Space
Keith Crouch, Director/ Russell Maddox, Consultant, Church Architecture, Texas Baptists

Church Leaders learn how to use and adapt to existing buildings without additional cost in order to maximize ministry activities. Churches will also learn about funding and financial options.

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CHURCH EDUCATION MINISTRY TRACT

21st Century Discipleship: It’s Not Your Father’s Training Union
Phil Miller, Director, Bible Study /Discipleship, Texas Baptists

To effectively disciple believers in today’s church, we must not be limited toi a specific day of the week, or time on the clock. We will explore several current concepts on disciple-making, and help church leaders begin the process of customizing a discipleship approach for their church.

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CHURCH LEADERSHIP MINISTRY TRACT

Uncommon Leader Overview
Ron Herring, Director, Center for Effective Leadership, Texas Baptists

“The Uncommon Leader Workshop” is a one day event that can be brought to your church campus that will provide pastors, church staff, deacons, and lay leadership an excellent opportunity to refresh their current leadership skills and as well as learn new ones. Basic principles will be shared and explore how your church can host the larger one full day event.

The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make
Ron Herring, Director, Center for Effective Leadership, Texas Baptists

Wouldn’t you like to know what mistakes the “other leaders” are making, because certainly you’re not making these mistakes… are you??? We will look at habits to avoid in order to fill in the gaps of the leadership famine that seems to occur to most often present in the local church.

Spiritual Leadership in the Midst of Transition and Change
Michael A. Evans, Sr., Pastor, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield

Train Ministers and Lay Leaders to understand their role as “servants” of God who are co-laborers rather than dictators. Each student is to develop skills that will lead to the development of laity as Disciples of Christ.

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CHURCH PLANTING/CHURCH STARTING TRACT

Investing In The Future - Sowing Seeds and Leaving The Results To God
Billy Bell, Dallas Baptist Association / Roy J. Cotton & Gary Patterson, Church Starting, Texas Baptists

How can a church planter to not get distracted by allusive results-but rather focus on eternal benefits? We will focus on the necessity of planting seeds and leaving the results in the hands of a Sovereign God for His Church.

A Leadership Perspective - Finding Excellence In Everything You Do
Billy Bell, Dallas Baptist Association
Roy J. Cotton & Gary Patterson, Church Starting, Texas Baptists

The leadership culture of the Church has much to do with the excellence that the Church experiences. Principles will be suggested to encourage excellence in all areas of ministry.

There is a Need to SPONSOR Churches to Help Start New Churches

Find out about the need for churches to start churches in Texas. Churches that contribute to the BGCT Cooperative Program can sponsor or co-sponsor a new church. Find out how your church can help extend the kingdom of God in the missional endeavor of sponsoring a new church.

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EVANGELISM TRACT

Reaching More People for Membership [(4x4) Challenge]
Ronnie Goines, Pastor, Koinonia Church, Arlington

Did you know that the majority of older teens and adults that come to faith in Christ have been greatly influenced to do so by a close friend or family member? Research indicates that mass mailings and television ads often turn people away from church and the Christian faith instead of encouraging them. It takes people to reach people but how do we do that? Is there a proven method, a process that can be a guide for all of us as we seek to influence those around us for Christ? Come learn about the 4 X four method and take the challenge.

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FINACIAL PLANNING/RETIREMENT TRACT

Getting Out of the Debt Trap
Michael Tarkington, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mansfield

Convenience, Indulgence, and Appearance (C.I.A.) is out to get your money, don’t be a victim. This workshop will explore how to give God praise and worship by riding ourselves of DEBT! This seminar will provide strategies to help participants to become debt free and improve credit status. Attendee will learn the basic things needed to manage and protect money better.

Getting Your Financial House in Order
Bill Wooten, First Metropolitan Church, Houston / Keith Oliver, The Fort Bend Church, Sugar Land

Cash Flow Statement? Audits? Yearly Budgets? Balance Sheets? Chart of Accounts? Do you have your financial records in order? Are your financial records in a state to present to a lending institution? Learn the basics and challenges of maintaining financial records. A financial software tool will be shared.

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MUSIC MINISTRY TRACT

NEW MUSIC
Theola Booker, Music Clinician/1st Lady, Greater Saint Matthew Church, Houston

Opportunity to read through new music for church choirs, praise and worship leaders, and singers.

Opportunities for creativity and spirituality
Theola Booker, Music Clinician/1st Lady, Greater Saint Matthew Church, Houston

Learn how to be creative and spiritual in the use of musicians and instruments in church music while engaging the congregation.

Improving the church choir
Theola Booker, Music Clinician/1st Lady, Greater Saint Matthew Church, Houston

On-going music training to improve the choir from ear training to sight reading music, vocal instructions and techniques.

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PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY TRACT

Engaging Community Powers
John D. Ogletree, Jr., Pastor, First Metropolitan Church, Houston

This workshop will present a broader perspective of pastoral ministry and the mission of the local church. The aim of the workshop will be to focus on how to make the local church known and respected by politicians, the business community, the school district and more. Attendees will discover how to make the local church a strategic place in the community.

Physical Child Abuse: Awareness for Clergy
Ashley Storrs, M.D., Michelle Lyn, M.D., Dennis W. Young, D.Min, Toi Harris, M.D.

CLOSED SESSION FOR CLERGY ONLY. This session is designed to educate faith-based leaders about the physical and psychological sequelae of childhood physical abuse and the role of culture in identification and response.

Membership Care in Action (MCA)
Michael Bell, Pastor, Greater St. Stephens Church, Ft. Worth

Discover information on how to actively embrace the responsibility of caring for your members using current methods and communication.

Closing the Back Door
Michael Bell, Pastor, Greater St. Stephens Church, Ft. Worth

You will obtain information on the principles, strategies and methods in growing deeper disciples, tracking their progress, and retaining your membership.

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SPECIALTY TRACT

Women In Ministry Forum
Evelyn Ogletree, co-Pastor/1st Lady, First Metropolitan Church, Houston

Have you wondered if it is Biblical for women to be in ministry? We will search the Scriptures to find support for women to be ministers and church leadership. Discover Jesus’ acceptance of women and what Paul really meant about women in ministry. Gain understanding, knowledge and a theological perspective to help you articulate your stand on the issue and/or to follow God’s call on your life without apologies.

Writing for BaptistWay Press® (Getting Published in General)
Ross West, Publisher, BaptistWay Press®

Discover information about writing for publication, especially for BaptistWay Press®, the publishing imprint of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Tips will also be provided about increasing writing skills.

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TECHNOLOGY MINISTRY TRACT

Creating Print on Demand Books & EBooks For Kindle, IPad, Nook, and Tablets
James Brown, "The Internets Pastor", Fort Worth

Practical do's and don'ts for book layout and formatting. Explain the importance of creating materials that address current modern day problems with practical step-by-step biblical solutions. Discuss how to outsource the transcription of audio materials, as well as, book covers and other graphics. Provide 10 step "SIMPLE" Method for creating, publishing, and marketing your first book.

Using Social Media and Online Tools for Evangelism and Congregational Growth
James Brown, "The Internets Pastor", Fort Worth

Join us for an interactive demonstration on the effective use of Internet Social Media platforms. Learn simple, easy to use strategies to promote evangelism to communities and increase communication within your congregation. Practical do’s and don’ts for social media will also be shared.

LOGOS Bible Software
Jordan Radke, Regional Manager Ministry Development, LOGOS Bible Software

Logos helps you take Bible study further than you ever imagined. With its user-friendly technology, Logos can enhance your daily devotions, biblical and theological research, and much more. Join us for a demonstration of how to study God's Word using Logos Bible Software.

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WMU-WOMEN’S MINISTRY TRACT

Is Your Light Shining in a Cultural Darkness
Frankie Harvey, WMU AAA

We are the only light the world has. Join us as we explore ways to be more effective as we serve him. Participants will in discover engaging ministries that will help others to let their lights shine as described in Matthew 5:16.

Exhibitors

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Lodging

Hotel Block

Holiday Inn Hotel and Towers
801 Avenue Q
Lubbock, Texas 79401
806-763-1200
Rate: $99.00 + tax (include breakfast for two guests)
Single or Double Occupancy
Deadline for rate availability until June 24, 2011.

Hotels listed comprise negotiated group rates. Please make reservations directly with the hotel. Request the “African American Fellowship Conference - BGCT” block. Rates indicated are per night and per room and do not include city/state tax. Group rates are subject to change and available on a space and rate available basis after June 24, 2011 deadline.

If requesting tax exemption status for your sleeping room, a copy of your tax exemption certificate must be presented at time of check-in. Payment/s must be made in the same name that the exemption certificate is issued. Ex: ABC Baptist Church with check or credit card issued in the same name.

The listing of any hotel property does not constitute an endorsement by the Baptist General Convention of Texas.

Registration

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Conference Fees per Person

PRE-registration - before June 24, $110 (includes conference fee and JWC Banquet)
LATE registration – On site, $130 (includes conference fee and JWC Banquet)
Special Rate for churches bringing 10 or more adults - before June 24, $360
Special Rate for churches with membership less than 100 - $260
JWC Banquet Only – per person $45

Children Camp Fees per Child

1st - 6th grade – PRE-registration - before June 24, $50
LATE registration - After June 24, On site, $75
Special Rate for churches bringing 10 or more children - before June 24, $350
Special Rate for churches with membership less than 100 - $250
Chaperone (must register 1 for every 6 children) before June 24, $50

Contact

Nebra Robinson214-828-5131
nebra.robinson@texasbaptists.org.

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