Our next NWC Converge leadership training event, will take place at Redeemer Covenant Church in Brooklyn Park, MN, on Oct. 27. The cost for Converge includes lunch and is just $17/person with a maximum cost of $99 per church. 

The one-day event will feature a variety of workshops designed for pastors and lay leaders to come together to learn and be inspired. Some of the topics that will be addressed include: church communications, local church governance, church finances, processing setbacks, small group ministry, funding strategies for local churches, risk management, working with volunteers, and more.

Visit our Converge page to download a promo poster and flyer/registration form.

Do you have a high school student who's facing obstacles when it comes to college? Maybe they're the first one in their family to attempt to go or they're facing financial challenges. Think about sending them to VIVE on Oct. 6, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at First Covenant Church in St. Paul.  

They'll be inspired by Steve Fitzhugh (former Denver Bronco), interact with the North Park University worship team and learn practical ways to achieve their college dream. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Covenant Trust Company hires Steve Allison as NWC Financial Service Representative   

Covenant Trust Company (CTC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Steve Allison as Financial Service Representative (FSR). Steve joined CTC on June 27, 2012, and is working with Kevin Lawson, the Director of FSRs, to serve the Northwest Conference; he is primarily working with clients and churches outside of the Twin Cities area.

Steve lives in Duluth, MN, and previously worked as a business consultant, speaker and trainer in partnership with his father at Allison & Associates. Prior to that, he worked at First Northern Financial Resources, Inc., a life insurance brokerage company. There, he held several different positions including Marketing Coordinator, Sales Manager and Vice President-Case Administration.  

"Steve will be a good addition to the team and is well equipped to add value in short order," said CTC president, Ann Wiesbrock. "With his breadth of experience, I'm confident that Steve will provide the level of financial expertise and quality customer service that people have come to depend on from Covenant Trust Company."

By adding Steve to the team, Covenant Trust Company is well equipped to assist clients in the Northwest Conference with their financial needs and plans. He is ready to serve and may be reached at 877-768-1766 or via email at srallison@covenanttrust.com.