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Indiana Ministries Update
August 8, 2012 - Vol 4, Issue 16
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by Jeff Matas
Pastors (including myself) are typically not systems people. We tend to be big picture types who get bored with systems, processes, and the nuts-and-bolts of ministry. That's why I appreciate Nelson Searcy; he is a fellow pastor who loves the church AND is highly gifted in systematic approaches to effective ministry. He is best known for the book Fusion that gives a detailed system for assimilation. Searcy's approach in Fusion is so good, that when I'm coaching pastors on assimilation, I don't reinvent the wheel. I give the pastor Fusion and supplement the book with Searcy's online seminar; then the pastor can adapt Searcy's system to his/her local church.
I recently read Searcy's book "Ignite" which provides a systematic approach to evangelism. One common thread of churches that are plateaued or declining is they are not effective in evangelism.
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Bylaws Revision Announcement:
The Indiana Ministries Board of Directors has been talking about some needed bylaws revisions since before Dr. Talley came to serve as Executive State Pastor. This past year we've been working on revisions and are now ready to present them to the General Assembly for ratification. Rather than complicating things by crossing out and adding words and sections, the Board has chosen to simply present the proposed bylaws as new bylaws for approval. Informational meetings are scheduled for the purpose of answering questions related to the bylaws changes.
The information meetings are on the following dates from 10:00am-12:00pm as follows:
8/30: Warsaw First Church of God - Jeff Boyer hosting
9/6: Indiana Ministries building - John Crump hosting
9/18: Bedford First Church of God - Travis Inman hosting
To read the full announcement, review the summary of changes & read the proposed Bylaws, click here
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2012 Important Dates Aug. 25 - Navigating Difficult Conversations Workshop Aug. 30 - By-Laws Revision Q&A at Warsaw COG Sept 6 - By-Laws Revision Q&A at Indiana Ministries Sept 18 - By-Laws Revision Q&A at Bedford First COG Sept. 28-30 - 3SLI Sept. 30 - Ordination Service Oct. 1 - Annual Meeting Oct. 13 - Best Practices Conference (Bedford, IN) Nov. 2-4 - ISYC Nov. 17 - Best Practices Conference (Nappanee, IN) |
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Wesleyan Holiness Consortium presents the
6th Annual Holiness Leaders' Day
Tues. September 18
9:00am - 3:00pm
Indianapolis, IN
Download the flyer for more information
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September 28 - 30, 2012
Kings Island Resort &
Conference Center
Mason, OH
Speaker: Michael Thigpen
Worship Leader: Cody Collier
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Our staff lifted these congregations and their pastors in prayer recently.
Join us in saying a prayer on their behalf:
LaPaz
Community Church of God
Pastor Sam McClimans
LaPorte
First Church of God
Pastor Jeff Ziglar
Lawrenceburg
First Church of God
Pastor Don Pierce
Lebanon
First Church of God
Pastor Gene Johnson
Linton
First Church of God
Pastor Kenneth Stephens
Logansport
Helm Street Church of God
Pastor Dean Snyder
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Have you registered for the 2013
Church of God Ministries Yearbook?
Annual registration with Church of God Ministries provides updated information publishable in the 2012 Yearbook of the Church of God. It is an expression of connectivity with the Church of God.
The minister's registration, although often completed by a church, is separate from the church registration.
The clergy ID card is a benefit of registration. Cards are typically mailed to registered ministers in late December or early January.
Register online at www.chog.org/AnnualReg by September 14th.
Registrations received or postmarked after September 14, 2012 may not be included
in the 2013 Yearbook of the Church of God
QUESTIONS? Please contact Church of God Ministries by phone: (800) 848-2464, ext. 2170 or by email: dataservices@chog.org
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Navigating Difficult Conversations
(formerly Crucial Conversations®)
Saturday, August 25
9:45am - 4:00pm
Church at the Crossing, Indianapolis
Registration for All is Now OPEN!
This one day seminar teaches basic skills for creating alignment and agreement by fostering open dialogue around risky topics-at all levels of your church/organization. By learning how to present and share ideas well (and encouraging others to do the same), you'll uncover the best ideas, make the best decisions, and then move forward with unity and commitment.
Outcomes of this seminar:
- Improve teamwork and decision making
- Build acceptance to new ideas and concepts
- Resolve individual and group disagreements
This workshop is taught by Scott and Leisa McDonald. To read more about Scott & Leisa, click here.
Maximize the experience by bringing your entire team!
Requirement: To best prepare for the seminar, please read the book Crucial Conversations prior to attending the workshop. To purchase, click here
Space Available for those outside of church staff and church boards! Register your spouse or others now!
Online Registration Available. Visit our website for more information: www.indianaministries.org
Sponsored by Indiana Ministries of the Church of God
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Best Practices Conference Announcement
The Financial Freedom Fund's Best Practices Conference is coming to a location near you! The conference will be held in both southern and northern Indiana in the hopes that those who have been unable to attend in the past can participate.
Come benefit from excellent educational material regarding clergy and church finance and become qualified to receive assistance from this program offered by Indiana Ministries and funded by the Lilly Endowment.
Now is your chance, mark your calendar! Don't miss the regional opportunity nearest you.
October 13 - Bedford, IN
November 17 - Nappanee, IN
Registration is available online, please visit our website by clicking here
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Go spend three nights with Freedom Church and Dr. Herbert L. Banks (Church of God Pastor) and experience high impact worship and courageous teaching from Dr. Banks on giving. He will systematically teach on giving from the heart, the benefits of giving and giving as exchange.
Dates: August 29, 30 and 31st at 7pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Freedom Church, Schererville, IN
Promotional Letter
For more info visit: www.freedomevchurch.org or call 219-864-8883.
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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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By clicking above you will have the opportunity to join Indiana Ministries' E-News Mailing List!! |
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