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Indiana Ministries Update
April 16, 2012 - Vol 4, Issue 8
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Knowing Your "A" Game
by Dr. Greg Wiens
State Pastor of Florida Church of God Ministries
Recently I had an old friend tell me that I must really hate my job! That was because we were discussing a thorny credentials issue. I quickly responded to him that I actually love the opportunity I have to work with Florida Church of God Ministries. This is because there is real convergence between my gifts and the resources needed to be a part of leading this ministry. Now to be honest, there surely are some parts that go along with this position that don't fully excite me, but that is true of any position. No matter what our jobs are we always have:
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2012 Important Dates May 18-20 - Pastors' Wives Retreat May 22 - EI Seminar June 25 - Church Planting Discernment Day Aug. 25 - Crucial Conversations Workshop Sept. 28-30 - 3SLI Sept. 30 - Ordination Service Oct. 1 - Annual Meeting Nov. 2-4 - ISYC |
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Our staff lifted these congregations and their pastors in prayer recently.
Join us in saying a prayer on their behalf:
Elkhart
First Church of God
Pastor Mike Van De Voorde
Elkhart
Solid Rock Church of God
Pastor Mike Rogers
Ellettsville
First Church of God
Pastor David Dittman
Elwood
First Church of God
Pastor Becky Swarms
Evansville
Mt. Pleasant Church of God
Pastor Bruce Applegate
Fairmount Church of God
Pastor Gleason Hackett
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Capernaum Inn
Pastors & Ministers Conference Center
Providing a facility for the leaders of the body of Christ as a blessing to those serving the Lord.
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Tornado Relief Update
Visit our website for pictures and updates of the work being done and the work that is needed in the Henryville, IN area.
www.indianaministries.org
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Mark Your Calendar for May 22, 2012!!
Indiana Ministries is offering a follow up training on Emotional Intelligence! Join Scott Livingston for this leadership development training opportunity as he identifies 8 emotional connection barriers and helps us understand why and how they create gaps in leadership.
Keep your eye out for more detailed information about cost etc.
Date: Tues. May 22nd
Time: 9:45am - 3:30pm
Location: Indiana Ministries in Fishers, IN
Speaker: Scott Livingston
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Annual Pastors' Wives Retreat Information
If you are a pastor's wife (lead, associate, retired, missionary, etc) we would love for you to come to the 2012 retreat!
Date: May 18-20
Location: Lake Placid Christian Camp, Hartford City, IN
Guest Speaker: Dr. Ann Smith
Regular Registration: $150 We offer a very laid back time of fun and refreshing ourselves. We really do "retreat" from our normal routines. Please join us!
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Church Planting Discernment Day
Monday, June 25
9:00am - 5:00pm
Indiana Ministries Office in Fishers, IN
 Are you wondering if you are called to plant a church? . . .if you have the DNA of a church planter? Why not get more clarity by attending a one-day workshop intended to help you understand more about church planting and to assist you in discerning God's call? Then come spend the day with Jim Griffith as he unpacks these key questions and provides valuable answers! Jim is one of the nations top experts on church planting. He focuses on coaching new and existing churches to reach their mission field. He's assessed over 1,900 church planting candidates, trained over 9,000 planters, and coached over 1,500 projects.
This event is for those people who are curious about church planting, spouses, and anyone else who wants to know more about what is involved in planting a church and how to discern God's call. Spouses are welcome to attend.
Cost: (includes lunch)
- Early Bird: $69.00 (prior to May 21st)
- After May 21: $89.00
*Indiana residents, Regional pastors and those who assess church planters will receive a $20 scholarship provided by Indiana Ministries
*Spouses attend for free
Online registration starting soon.
To register now, email Cassie:
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Mark your calendar for October 23-24, 2012, for the '24' Conference, sponsored by Church Builders Plus in Anderson, Indiana. Twenty-four hours of cutting-edge ideas from successful thought leaders will rejuvenate your ministry. This is a powerful gathering of church leaders that care about the church being all of what God wants it to be. It is designed for those who want to make a difference. Watch future updates for more detail, including speakers for the event.
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| Did you know there are learning opportunities for church staff and congregations offered around Indiana?
The Center for Congregations is a unique project dedicated to helping Indiana congregations find solutions to their pressing practical problems by connecting them with excellent local and national resources. Visit their website, enter your zip code and you will be provided with information pertaining to your area.
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Pastors may attend for FREE!
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