Indiana Ministries Update
October 12, 2009 - Vol 1, Issue 20
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Annual Meeting Recap by Doug Talley
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 The Indiana Ministries annual ordination service and
annual meeting were memorable and celebrative experiences. P.J. Towle
and the Crosspoint Church band led worship in a way that stirred our
hearts and drew us into God's presence. Dr. Greg Wiens delivered a
challenging message and 17 persons were ordained to the Christian
ministry. I appreciate the Ordination & Licensing Committees of
Indiana Ministries for leading the experience. Well done!
Greg Wiens spoke at the annual meeting about lessons
learned from helping churches launch a new life cycle. He identified 15
lessons. You can access his notes by clicking here. I appreciate Greg's generosity in providing them. (Remember to give credit if you use this.) Read more...
The final part of Bill Ferguson's article series is included in this e-news edition. You can read it below.
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Part 5 in the "Big Blue Ocean" series by Bill Ferguson
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 I remember the day I realized that I was taller
than 5'7". That was a great day. Also, I remember the day I passed
6'2". That was a glorious day! I had measured taller than my mother and
father, respectively. To get a full picture (vision) of who I am and to
assess my growth and impact as a person, it is important to look at
more than my height. Further, to challenge me to grow fully as one whom
God has created and called to make a difference in the lives of people
and in the world, there are many more important aspects on which to
focus than what can be physically observed.
As I think about the vision and impact of a
church immersed in culture -- where fewer and fewer people are moving
towards places of worship in order to find spiritual help and
engagement with God -- I'm asking myself about the measurements and
indicators that will guide us into the future. Read more...
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OOPS, we goofed...
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In our written annual report we failed to list the following gifts to the new church plant, Catalyst Church in Pendleton. We apologize for that oversight. We sincerely appreciate the gifts of Crosspoint, Church at the Crossing, and First CHOG in LaGrange, as well as the individual gifts. Here are the designated giving stats for Catalyst:
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1/08-12/08
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YTD 8/31/09
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Fishers-Crosspoint Church
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2000.00
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1000.00
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Indpls-The Church at the
Crossing
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7500.00
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15000.00
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Lagrange-First Church of
God
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4565.00
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4976.44
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Individual Giving
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4225.00
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15054.00
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18290.00
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36030.44
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Save these Dates
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October 20-21 - "24" Conference (Church Builders Plus)
October 26 - All Boards Retreat
November 6-7 -Best Practices for Pastoral & Congregational Financial Health Conference
November 12 - SHAPE Meeting for 2008 clusters
November 13-14 - SHAPE Retreat for 2009 Clusters
November 14 - O & L Retreat
November 20-22 - State Youth Convention
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Center for Congregations provides training opportunities to Indiana pastors and lay leaders all throughout the year. Visit their site to see what's available to you. |
ISYC
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Early Bird rate applies as long as your registration is postmarked on or before October 16.
Information, schedule, forms and resources are available on our web site.
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FREE!
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 Pastors, we are offering a FREE resource that will help you get to
know your community better so that your congregation can more effectively serve
those in your ministry area and city.
Order as many reports as you want - all at NO COST to you. Read more...
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You can access it by going to www.link2lead.com.
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Select the Register
button on the left menu.
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Register as a user and then explore the website
and your community.
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A new initiative has begun to help pastors and congregations achieve greater financial freedom and health. Visit our web site for more information and to register for the "Best Practices for Pastoral & Congregational Financial Health" conference taking place November 6-7 at Madison Park Church of God. The program and conference are free to a pastor and two lay leaders from each congregation!
Find out more here.
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Converge MidAmerica
Thursday, October 22
9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Heartland Church: 9665 Hague Rd., Indianapolis
Ed Stetzer, Speaker
Topics include: Church multiplication, Comeback Churches and a session based on Ed's book Lost & Found: The Younger Unchurched and the Churches that Reach Them.
Click here for registration info.
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We've recently lifted these congregations up in prayer. Join us and offer a prayer on their behalf!
- Northside CHOG, Muncie - Pastor Jeff Veatch
- Pauline Ave CHOG, Muncie - Pastor Billy Adams
- Shady Grove, Muncie - Pastor Bill Dodd
- Southside CHOG, Muncie - Pastor John Clegg
- The Gathering, Muncie - Pastor Joshua Brandt
- First CHOG, Munster - Pastor Ron Cooper
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Brochures and promotional DVDs were handed out to pastors at Annual Meeting. Pastors: If you were unable to attend, watch your mail for your church's packet and join our 2010 CPI Campaign to raise money supporting church planting in Indiana.
2009 Pledges/Giving to date: $30,676
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If you haven't yet participated in the SHAPE program, consider signing up for the 2010 Cohort. You can read more about SHAPE on our web site, or contact Carl Addison.
2009 SHAPE participants will gather on November 13-14 with Al Ells, from Leaders that Last Ministries.
2008 SHAPE participants will gather on November 12 with Al. Details will be sent out soon about both of these events.
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Photoshop Seminar led by John Falke
Tuesday, November 3
AU School of Theology
 John Falke, creative arts director at Fairfax Community Church in Virginia, has put together an amazing new seminar packed full of Photoshop effects. This training will recharge your creative batteries using real ministry examples.
Click here for details
"John is really easy to follow and gives very useful instructions. He
makes me excited to try out new things! I thought the seminar was great
and the sessions were a good length!"--Becca Pruett, Church at the Crossing, Indianapolis, IN
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Questions, comments, suggestions, and/or content to be considered should be submitted to
Mimi Klotz
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