Communications Corner
Branding your space
By Bryan Malley, Director of Communications Hosting the recent NWC Annual Meeting in our own backyard forced us to consider the state of our office environment. In addition to upgrading our windows and tidying up other building maintenance issues, we quickly realized we had opportunity to brand our space and update our office technology. We have spent significant time and energy establishing and solidifying a brand that communicates growth and positive energy. Applying those same principles to the furniture, decorations and technology in our office has instantly changed visitor's perceptions and has allowed us to make strides in cementing our identity. If you haven't visited us recently, here are some before and after pictures that show recent changes: Entryway Before 
After 
Fireplace Room Before 
After 
Board Room Before 
After 
One recent visitor remarked, "Wow, this really feels like a place that is thriving." If you are considering changes to your facilities, think about how you can incorporate elements of your church's brand that might quickly help newcomers understand your church. Please feel free to contact the Northwest Conference with any questions related to our efforts.
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Children & Family Ministry
May Connection
Thursday, May 16, Noon to 3 p.m.
Northwest Conference office
Bring a lunch and gather with other children & family ministers and volunteers for prayer, networking, encouragement and a lively discussion on ministry to families.
Questions? Contact kara@northwestconference.org
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Upcoming Events
 MUUUCE
The Most Unbelievable Ultimate Urban Camping Experience for middle school/jr. high students will be at Crossroads in Woodbury, MN. Heather Flies is our speaker! Registration materials and information can be found on our MUUUCE page
2013 Ministerial Association Retreat
The NWC Ministerial Association Retreat for pastors, church ministry staff and spouses, will be held Sept. 30-Oct. 2, 2013, at Sugar Lake Lodge in Grand Rapids, MN. For a look at this beautiful setting visit sugarlakelodge.com. This year's focus will be on constancy with Remy Diederich leading us through a retreat experience that will equip you and your church in "Overcoming the Losses We Incur in Ministry."
Download the retreat brochure and registration materials on our Ministerial Association page.
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WANTED
Vehicles for ministry staff
We are looking for a low-mid mile, late model vehicle for use by Northwest Conference ministry staff. If interested in donating a vehicle, please contact Cheryl Theilen at the NWC office at 612-721-4893 or 800-756-6692.
A receipt would be given to verify a charitable deduction for tax purposes.
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Resources
Overseas mission trip safety tips
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The Global Leadership Summit 2013
Northern Districts: Oak Hills to host Willow Creek Leadership Summit
August 8-9 @ Oak Hills Christian College, Bemidji, MN Oak Hills Christian College is hosting a videocast of the Willow Creek 2013 Global Leadership Summit. "Three words would describe my experience at the Global Leadership Summit held at OHCC. Encouraged, Inspired, Challenged. I am looking forward to attending this event in 2013!" - Doug Giese, Family Life Pastor, Evangelical Covenant Church of Bemidji Download the Event Flyer, register to attend the summit at www.willowcreek.com/summit, or contact Jim Hodgson at Oak Hills for more information.
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NWC Website
Church Resource Bank
Our website features a great tool for churches requesting or giving away materials and resources. On the Church Resource Bank page, you can browse available requests or give-aways, and submit a new resource to share with churches in need.
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