Join with fellow Disciples from across the region for a day of fun, fellowship, and learning at the Christian Conference Center!
"If we're thinking about money all the time, why don't we talk about it more in church? Jesus did. Talking about generosity and church finance within our present economic structures can be liberating and help us understand the dynamics that impact our congregations and how we talk about money (and all that's entrusted to us!) in a theological and biblical framework."​
Rev. Melissa St. Clair, the new Minister for Faith and Giving, on her keynote.
Rev. David Yonker, senior pastor of First Christian Church in Burlington, IA, will be bringing the word. He currently serves as Chair of the Board of the Christian Church Foundation, and led the search team for the selection of the new President of the Foundation, Matt Rosin.
Rev. Mike Miller, pastor of Marion Christian Church, and Rev. Tammy Buseman, chaplain and member of Marion Christian Church will share their musical gifts.
Schedule
10a Opening Prayer and Business Session
10:15a Worship Service
11a Plenary Session
12:30p Lunch*
1:30p Workshops
2:45p Closing Worship around the bell
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*This year, we are asking for a $10 registration fee per person (max $25/family) to help offset the cost of food.
Workshops
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Money Matters in Church...And We Can Talk about It with Melissa St. Clair, Minister for Faith & Giving
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Seasons of Giving with Katy McFall, Disciples Church Extension Fund
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Focusing on Finances Today to Prepare Pastors and Lay Employees for Tomorrow with Sarah Renfro, Pension Fund
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Resources for Church Treasurers and Counters with Tim Butler, regional treasurer and Mission Finance Committee member
Children's Activities
Children from ages 0-11 are invited to participate in faith-oriented activities and fellowship during session times. We are excited to explore Holy Ground as we work our way through a scavenger hunt in the morning. In the afternoon, we will join together for another outdoor adventure. We will break up into age-appropriate groups for games, devotions, and other fun activities like Bible Jeopardy or arts and crafts. Age appropriate activity bags will also be available during worship.