New models of for-profit community development are emerging. There are increased roles for partnerships with businesses in neighborhoods. This workshop will explore the biblical theology for this movement and ways to reclaim the purpose of business beyond profit maximization and demonstrate many small and large models that are working well.
God has uniquely equipped his people to exercise their time and talents to restore our communities in Jesus' name. However this great asset, the contribution of lay volunteers, has continuously been overlooked. This workshop is designed to offer insights and practical application for rediscovering the lost art of leading a volunteer driven ministry.
This workshop will help the church to enfold ex-offenders into the church, disciple them and help them to become active in the church. It will help you learn how to help them overcome their problems as they become valuable and contributing members of their community.
This workshop will teach how to draw strength from a Christian identity to advocate for economic justice at the local, state and national levels. Participants will gain a better understanding of the basic principles of advocacy, how to weave advocacy into congregational life, and how to build lasting relationships with elected officials.
This workshop will explore the critical need for followers of Jesus Christ in our cities and the power that can be unleashed through them. The presentation will use some examples of how local leadership foundations are building bridges and working relationships with a city's faith leaders, congregations, and ministries as they improve the lives of the poor, vulnerable, and marginalized.
There are many sources of conflict, but how can we transform it into an opportunity for positive change? We will explore how to address conflict constructively in our personal lives, work places and communities in which we minister.