2009 Keynote Workshops

Track	Room	Title and Description	Faculty
Keynote	107	Most Memorable Teacher Laboring with integrity, teaching with honest hearts, correcting with pure motives, and receiving correction with right attitudes are the true marks of a "discipler" of disciples. This workshop for Christian educators, teachers, superintendents and leaders evaluates the importance of Christian character by emphasizing the transformational qualities of a memorable teacher. Be prepared for a lively debate!	Dr. LaVerne Tolbert
Keynote	107	Unashamed In our culture too many churches and church leaders are influenced by market analysis and trendy programs in their efforts to reach people and grow their churches. This session will exposit and exhort us from scripture why a bold and unashamed preaching of Christ is not only authentic Christianity but a proven means to growing today's church.	J. P. Jones
Keynote	107	Power-Packed Strategies for Christian Leadership This fast-paced, dynamic and humorous presentation inspires audiences to reach new levels of commitment in their relationship with Christ. Biblical truth, poignant stories and practical examples are shared. Arlene's memorable Inspiration Chip Theory is included in this presentation.	Dr. Arlene Kaiser
Keynote	107	How to Thrive When You're Bombarded, Broken and Ready to Bail Out This presentation provides the ""nuts and bolts"" for a foundation of responsibility, positive regard for self and others, as well as the ability to bounce back from disappointment and loss. The history of National Two Different Colored Shoes Day is shared. (Romans 8:28-29)	Dr. Arlene Kaiser
Keynote	107	Run to Battle Every church faces a leadership crisis. What the church, the family and our culture need more than anything else is an army of men who run to battle. In this session Rev. Jones will develop a practical theology for how men can defeat their own Goliaths and run to battle as Christ-empowered servant leaders.	J. P. Jones
Keynote	107	Principles from Jesus, Master Teacher Creative teaching doesn't happen by accident. Jesus, Master Teacher, is the greatest model for teaching that is dynamic, engaging, life changing! Learn 10 principles Jesus employed and discover how to positively impact the lives of your students every time you teach.	Dr. LaVerne Tolbert
Keynote	107	Through the Learner's Lens Let's put fun back into children's ministry! Learn how to make your classroom the place where you want to teach and where your children are excited to learn. In this workshop you'll look through the learner's lens and skate in the learner's skates as you review dominant learning channels that are key to teaching unforgetable lessons.	Dr. LaVerne Tolbert