Presented by Tom Howe, Director, Church Starting, Center for Missional Engagement, Texas Baptists
Your church can play a vital role in advancing the Kingdom. It takes all of us. Discover practical ways to be a part of Church Starting.
Presented by Toby Snowden, Senior Pastor, High Pointe Cedar Hill / Rolando Rodriguez, Director, Texas Baptists en Español, Texas Baptists
Venga tu reino está diseñado para promover la preparación y renovación espiritual. Dios no cambia. Toda nuestra adoración es una respuesta a Dios y a lo que Dios ha hecho. Descubre Cuarenta Días de Pasión: Venga Tu Reino como una manera de adorar a Dios diariamente.
Presented by Jonathan L. Smith, Director, Church Health and Growth, Texas Baptists
Discover six strategies necessary for every growing church.
Presented by Jerry Carlisle, President, Texas Baptist Missions Foundation/ Ward Hayes, CFO/Treasurer; Texas Baptists
A Biblical perspective on God's provision for His Kingdom purposes and practical methods for connecting God's mission and your legacy.
Presented by Mark Turman, Vice President, Denison Ministries
Learn how to respond to cultural questions about identity with biblical responses.
Presented by Katie Fruge, Director, Center for Cultural Engagement, Texas Baptists
A consideration of both the ethical challenges and opportunities of artificial and principles for ministry leaders to consider when using AI.
Presented by Manny Silva, College Pastor at Renew Church, Waco; Megan Trotter, BSM Director, Tarleton State University, Stephenville
Understand the cultural and social landscape of Gen Z. Identify key values and concerns of Gen Z. Learn effective communication strategies tailored to Gen Z. Explore practical approaches to discipleship and spiritual mentoring along with actionable plans for engaging Gen Z.
Presented by Noe Trevino, Director, Center for Missional Engagement; Tom Howe, Associate Director; Mario Alberto Gonzalez, Director, River Ministry/Mexico Missions; Center for Missional Engagement, Texas Baptists
Discover how to practically connect TXB Churches directly to missional partners in Texas, North America, and the world.
Presented by Toby Snowden, Senior Pastor, High Pointe Cedar Hill / Rolando Rodriguez, Director, Texas Baptists en Español, Texas Baptists
Your Kingdom Come is designed to promote spiritual preparation and renewal. God does not change. All of our worship is a response to God and what God has done. Discover Forty Days of Passion: Your Kingdom Come as a way to worship God daily.
Presented by James "Mac" McLeod, Western Heritage Consultant, Texas Baptists
"Circle the Wagons" introduces church leaders and volunteers to a journey in excellence with almighty God, while navigating and overcoming plateaued and declining situations!
Presented by Cal Todd, VisionBridge Consulting/ Jeremy Malick, Vision Funding Lead Consultant; Texas Baptists Architecture Consultants
Funding ministry is extremely challenging, whether an existing church or a church plant, each campaign must align with your specific church’s needs in mind. Successful campaigns target discipleship, heart transformation, and are saturated in prayer, that allows opportunity for the Holy Spirit to work in the hearts and lives of people of His choosing.
Presented by Keely Rule, Vice President of Sales; Guardian Financial
We are going old school whiteboard style to breakdown a minister’s income that includes housing allowance: how it works while they are employed, what happens when they retire and how housing allowance is treated if they predecease their spouse. We will discuss maximizing housing allowance, opting out of social security and the value of using a 403(b)(9) retirement plan.
Presented by Charles Wolford, CEO, Union Gospel Mission, Fort Worth/Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, Urban Alternative Trainer
A Kingdom Approach to social outreach is designed to equip churches to implement quality social services, grounded in Biblical principles for public school youth and families along with vital components that make up a strong, viable organization such as board and staff structure, administrative and fiscal management, program implementation and evaluation, as well as fund development and marketing.
Presented by David Earl Sanchez, Director of Ethics & Justice, Christian Life Commission, Texas Baptists
How the battle against pornography has changed? Are we keeping up well? What tools and resources can help equip our churches?
Presented by Gary Stidham, Director of Training, Collegiate Ministry; Eric Hernandez, Apologetics Lead and Millennial Specialist, Center for Church Health; Texas Baptists
Whether you’re talking to a skeptical nonbeliever or an open heart ready to accept the Gospel, anyone can learn to be an effective witness for Christ.
Presented by Toby Snowden, Senior Pastor, High Pointe Cedar Hill / Rolando Rodriguez, Director, Texas Baptists en Español, Texas Baptists
De la misma manera Jesus en la Gran Comisión nos dio la llave para el crecimiento del reino. El énfasis no es el crecimiento de la Iglesia local sino el crecimiento del Reino de Dios por medio de Ganar Almas, Hacer Discípulos, Desarrollar Líderes, Enviar Misioneros, y Plantar Iglesias.
Presented by Jonathan L. Smith, Director, Church Health and Growth, Texas Baptists
85% of Pave churches are experiencing revitalization progress in only one year. Learn the principles and processes of Pave that have led Texas Baptist churches to be revitalized and hear from pastors who are seeing growth occur in their churches through Pave.
Presented by Cal Todd, VisionBridge Consulting/ Jeremy Malick, Vision Funding Lead Consultant; Texas Baptists Architecture Consultants
Funding ministry is extremely challenging, whether an existing church or a church plant, each campaign must align with your specific church’s needs in mind. Successful campaigns target discipleship, heart transformation, and are saturated in prayer, that allows opportunity for the Holy Spirit to work in the hearts and lives of people of His choosing.
Presented by Mark Heavener, Director, Intercultural Ministries, Texas Baptists
Having the heart to do no harm, lens to see God’s Kingdom through other cultures eyes. Leads us to celebrate God’s kingdom right now.
Presented by Kyle Henderson, Director, Strategic Planning, Baptist World Alliance
Presentation of the Baptist World Alliance's global strategic plan. Examples of churches that have adopted these plans and are seeing growth.
Presented by David Earl Sanchez, Director of Ethics & Justice, Christian Life Commission, Texas Baptists
To provide ministers and lay people with biblically-based principles, tools, and resources to help those who struggle with same-sex attraction / gender identity issues.
Presented by Deanna Harrison, Executive Director, Pastors' Hope Network
We will empower participants to identify the secret process church leadership uses to force a minister out and provide practical steps to counteract the process.
Presented by Toby Snowden, Senior Pastor, High Pointe Cedar Hill / Rolando Rodriguez, Director, Texas Baptists en Español, Texas Baptists
De la misma manera Jesus en la Gran Comisión nos dio la llave para el crecimiento del reino. El énfasis no es el crecimiento de la Iglesia local sino el crecimiento del Reino de Dios por medio de Ganar Almas, Hacer Discípulos, Desarrollar Líderes, Enviar Misioneros, y Plantar Iglesias.
Presented by Jonathan L. Smith, Director, Church Health and Growth, Texas Baptists
85% of Pave churches are experiencing revitalization progress in only one year. Learn the principles and processes of Pave that have led Texas Baptist churches to be revitalized and hear from pastors who are seeing growth occur in their churches through Pave.
Presented by Joe Hancock, Vice President and General Counsel / Katie Warren, Director, Philanthropic Engagement & Strategy, HighGround Advisors
An in-depth look at donor-advised funds and other charitable giving strategies, within the context of biblical stewardship and generosity.
Presented by Kevin Abbott, Director, Pastoral Health Networks/ Area 5 Representative, Texas Baptists
We'll introduce the “Five most important Habits of Leaders Who Finish Well" as well as share exciting future opportunities beginning in 2025 to learn and experience these essential leadership habits in cohorts throughout Texas.
Presented by Katie Fruge, Director, Center for Cultural Engagement, Texas Baptists
A consideration of both the ethical challenges and opportunities of artificial and principles for ministry leaders to consider when using AI.
Presented by Tamiko Jones, Executive Director-Treasurer, WMU of Texas
Have you ever wondered how to engage your family, friends, or church in disciple-making? Look to the future with WMU of Texas as we share new and creative ideas for impacting future generations with the gospel.
Presented by Mickey Osborne, Discipleship & Outreach Coordinator, Texans on Missions (TBM)
What is the best way to encourage growing disciples of Christ? Put their faith into action through missions. Missions and discipleship grow together.
Presented by Keely Rule, Vice President of Sales; Guardian Financial
We are going old school whiteboard style to breakdown a minister’s income that includes housing allowance: how it works while they are employed, what happens when they retire and how housing allowance is treated if they predecease their spouse. We will discuss maximizing housing allowance, opting out of social security and the value of using a 403(b)(9) retirement plan.
Presented by Jonathan L. Smith, Director, Church Health and Growth, Texas Baptists
Baptism is one of the best evangelistic tools for your church. Nothing increases the psychology of your congregation like celebrating baptism.
Presented by Jerry Carlisle, President, Texas Baptist Missions Foundation
Discover opportunities to grow the generosity of your congregation, both now and for the future
Presented by Carlos Francis, Director of African American Ministries, Center for Cultural Engagement, Texas Baptists; Victor Rodriguez, Evangelism Associate/Discipleship Specialist, Hispanic Evangelism, Center for Church Health, Texas Baptists
The Great Commission by implication forces us to engage people of different cultures. What are some tools and techniques that can help break down cultural barriers and help bridge the culture gap?
Presented by Delvin Atchison, Senior Pastor, Westside Baptist Church, Lewisville
Pastors and Teachers will develop sermons and lessons through a Kingdom lens using Kingdom Parables and scriptures.
Presented by Gary Stidham, Director of Training, Collegiate Ministry, Texas Baptists
Powerful forces work to indoctrinate students with dangerous ideologies about marriage, sexuality and gender. Young Christians want and need holistic, Biblical truth on these topics. We'll share insights from 25 years of collegiate ministry that will help you make disciples and address these issues with clarity.