These workshops are available through the CENTER FOR CONGREGATIONS

Sustainable Youth Ministry: A Southwest Learning Opportunity
Mark DeVries & Stephanie Caro
January-November 2011, Evansville

Applications are being accepted now for this four-session learning program for southwest Indiana congregational teams to grow significantly in their capacity for ongoing youth ministry. Participating congregations will learn and implement systems and structures needed to lay a strong foundation for ongoing youth ministry. Mark DeVries and Stephanie Caro from Youth Ministry Architects will facilitate the workshop and coach participating congregations. Space is limited. Applications are required and due November 1. For additional information and downloadable application, click here.

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Children and Your Congregation’s Ministry
Carolyn C. Brown
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 in Indianapolis
Thursday, November 4, 2010 in Gary

Workshop presenter Carolyn Brown shares practical plans and ideas for raising faithful children. She leads participants in conversation about the spiritual growth of children and establishing parameters for children’s ministry. Brown encourages participants to think about how their children are involved in all parts of their congregation’s life and ministry. For details and on-line registration, click here.