Indiana Ministries Update
August 16, 2010 - Vol 2, Issue 16
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Dealing with Anonymous Communication by special guest, Rev. Jeannette Flynn
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 Rev.
Jeannette Flynn is currently serving as interim pastor at First Church of God,
Kokomo, Indiana. She formerly served as Director of Kingdom Ministries for
the Church of God.
I have recently been leading a Sunday School
class in identifying 3 core messages found in the book of Ephesians. While there may be a variety of ways to
unfold Paul's teaching to the church in Ephesus, in our Sunday School class we
have spent our time exploring "What does it look like to really BE the church as God intended?" There are three non-negotiables - authentic
koinonia: united commitment to the mission and personal devotion to being an
imitator of God in loving others. As we
have explored these central themes, healthy communication has continually been
recognized as foundational to really being the church that God intended us to
be.
Over the last few articles we
have talked about how important it is that we as leaders help our congregations
develop strong and healthy forms of communication. We have been addressing various ways that
people in the church practice unhealthy forms of communication. This article tackles the dreaded "anonymous"
communication. This form of
communication actually comes at us in a variety of ways. There is the unsigned letter under the door
or through the mail, there are emails that come from hotmail or yahoo with a
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FREE Financial Seminar for Churches by CapinCrouse AccountingTuesday, September 21Grace Community Church 5504 E 146th Street, Noblesville There is no charge for this event but RSVP is requested. To get more info click here for a flyer. To register, email CapinCrouse |
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Save these dates!
October 3 - Ordination Service
October 4 - Annual Meeting
October 5 - Extra day of teaching with special guest, Gary McIntosh
(All takes place at The Church at the Crossing in Indianapolis)
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Healthy Growing Churches, along with Florida CHOG Ministries presents Webex training opportunities:
September 9 -
Power of Vision
September 16 -
Connecting the Dots
October 14 -
The Dark Side of DISC
Each one will take place from 2:00 to 3:00 pm EST. Registration for Indiana pastors is $5 each.
To register send an email to Mimi, then pay with paypal by clicking here. |
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Anderson University School of Theology now offering classes in Indianapolis
Location: Abounding Grace Church
6280 Sunnyside Rd, Indianapolis
Time:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8:45 pm
Click here for a detailed flyer or contact David Neidert for more information
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FREE resource for pastors and church leaders 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.
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|  2011 Annual Registration
For All Pastors and Churches
Online registration is coming to close!
www.chog.org/annualreg
Early registration is past but you can still register!
Final deadline is September 17th.
Get your registration for the national 2011 yearbook completed.
You will need your Cons ID # and your mailing zip code.
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We lifted these congregations and their pastors in prayer recently. Join us in saying a prayer on their behalf:- Community CHOG, LaPaz - Ogden McClimans
- First CHOG, LaPorte - Jeff Zigler
- First CHOG, Lawrenceburg - Don Pierce
- First CHOG, Lebanon - Gene Johnson
- First CHOG, Linton
- Helm St CHOG, Logansport - Dean Snyder
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4th Annual Holiness Pastors' Day
Tuesday, September 21, 10 am - 3 pm
Madison Park Church of God, Anderson
Cost: $20, includes lunch
Special guests: George Barna, Rev. Mark VanValin, and Dr. Kevin Mannoia
Women's clergy panel on holiness led by Rev. Carla Sunberg
Contact our office to register
 Sponsored by... |
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Fall Men's Retreat
September 24-25
Camp Challenge
Todd Braschler Ministries presents
"Fight Like a Man" conference for men of all ages
Sponsored by Monroe City First Church of God
Click here for an informational letter
Click here for a registration form
Questions? Contact Pastor Mark Nielson (812) 743-2510 or Bob Morrison (812) 881-8160
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The Parish Paper
Indiana Ministries has subscribed to this helpful monthly newsletter that provides ideas, insights, research-findings, and practical methods that
strengthen the effectiveness of congregations in accomplishing God's
purposes.
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Church
Builders Plus and Indiana Ministries Present "24" Conference
November 2-3, 2010
Madison Park Church of God, Anderson
Special Guests: Miles McPherson, Reggie McNeal,
and Robbie & Robin
Davis
This
conference is designed for church leaders interested in learning
valuable leadership lessons. It is a unique conference which allows
you to sit down with innovative and visionary church leaders.
Early bird registration is only $69 until October 1st. Contact Kathy Whalen to make your reservation today. Seating is
limited.
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The 2010 Pulpit Supply List can now be accessed by clicking a link on our web site's resource page.
This is a list of ministers in Indiana who are willing to come speak or serve as interim pastor.
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Questions, comments, suggestions, and/or content to be considered should be submitted to
Mimi Klotz
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