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The Southside Baptist Network invites you to Equip 2023, our annual church leadership development and equipping conference. This year it will be from 8:30am-12:30pm, Saturday, August 19, at Creekside Christian Academy in Hampton. We will have free Chick-fil-A biscuits for those who come early!
Attend a different breakout each session. Some Breakout Session 1 classes are repeated as Breakout Session 2 classes so participants can attend and benefit from more workshops. Classes are geared toward people involved in that respective ministry but are open to anyone interested in learning more and potentially serving in the ministry.
Attend a different breakout each session. Some Breakout Session 1 classes are repeated as Breakout Session 2 classes so participants can attend and benefit from more workshops. Classes are geared toward people involved in that respective ministry but are open to anyone interested in learning more and potentially serving in the ministry.
Breakout Session 1 Classes
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Adult Discipleship/Sunday School/Small Groups – Building Your Discipleship Plan – Andy Cauble, Associate Pastor of Discipleship, FBC Jonesboro. Having a clear plan to make disciples is crucial to multiplying disciples. Come join the discussion to develop your discipleship plan.
Adult Sunday School/Small Groups – Are They Making an Impact? Putting LIFE into Your Bible Study Groups – Jesse Welliver, Pastor of Life Groups & Adult Discipleship, Eagle’s Landing FBC, McDonough. The goal of your group's ministry is to make disciples of Jesus. Let’s learn together how we can be more strategic to encourage LIFE. Teachers/leaders need a clear goal they can work toward to equip others by focusing on simple, LIFE-giving goals. Children & Preschool Ministry – Flip the Script: How to Reach a Self-focused Generation with God’s Truth - Amy Rhodes, FBC Jonesboro, Preschool/Children’s Minister. We are trying to teach a generation of kids with no church background and a very secular worldview. This has led to unprecedented levels of anxiety, loneliness, and a desperate need to belong…no matter what that looks like. How can we help kids to find their identity in Christ? Maybe it is time to Flip the Script on how we currently do things, because at the end of the day…It is ALL about JESUS!! Church Office Issues – It's What You Don't Know That Can Hurt You! – Debbie Hendrix, SBN Financial Assistant and Laura Parks, CPA, The Church at Jodeco, Stockbridge, member. In the accounting world, there are many areas where problems can occur, and many times it's because we don't have the knowledge we need to be effective in these areas. Come and learn about how to help your church stay fiscally sound and stay current on acceptable accounting practices. Deacon Ministry – Starting a Church Security Team: Do’s and Don’ts – Major Robert Sowell, Spalding County Sheriff’s office, Union, Griffin, Deacon. Learn how to start and maintain a Church Security Team. We will discuss threat assessments, selecting and qualifying security team members, scheduling, and guidelines. We will address state law including when and where to carry, discuss firearms qualifications, and provide suggested courses of fire. Examples of schedules and guidelines will be provided and distributed. Men’s Ministry – Men Who Make Disciples – Jarrett Fletcher, Pastor of Discipleship & Missions, Glen Haven, McDonough. Learn how to develop a strategy for men’s ministry with discipleship as the foundation. |
Ministers Wives – Discipling Others to Suffer Well – Rachel Robinson, Pastor Antoine Robinson’s wife at The Rock, Rex. In this world thoroughly marked by the Fall, suffering comes to each one of us. As believers, our aim is to glorify God even in the midst of our suffering, and we must prepare those in our sphere of influence to do so as well by both our example and our intentional teaching.
Music/Worship Leaders – The Road Best-Travelled – Dr. Michael Sharp, Worship Pastor, Harrison, TN; former Music Professor, New Orleans Seminary. When walking with others along the worship journey, what are some ways that we as worship leaders can nurture those that God has placed in our care? This session leans into the idea of intentionally shepherding our congregation and worship teams toward an increasing devotion to Christ. Pastors, Discipleship Pastors, etc. – 10 Future Trends for Church Leaders to Embrace – Kris Dolberry, Executive Director, Discipleship.org. Join the conversation for pastors and ministry leaders to prepare for the future of discipleship. Senior Adult Ministry – 65 Things to do with Seniors Who Say They are Not 65 – Kenny Heath, Pastor, Grace, Locust Grove. Senior adult ministry is not as hard as you think it is. Here are 65 ideas that won’t take long to organize and will challenge your seniors mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The preparation doesn’t need to be exhausting, and these will work for small, medium, or large groups. Student Ministry – Student Ministry Discipleship Series 1 – Cameron Wilkins, Georgia Baptist Next Gen, Consultant. Developing a ministry culture where students desire to follow Jesus Women’s Ministry – How to Lead a Small Group - Mia Bright, Women's Ministry Leader, Warren Baptist Church, Augusta. Shepherding a small group is a high and holy calling but it can also be challenging, exhausting, and frustrating at times. In this breakout session you will be encouraged and equipped with tools to help you as you lead your small group. Young Adult Ministry – Authentic Singles Ministry – J.J. Yount, Board Member, Table for One Ministries, and Student Pastor, First Redeemer, Cumming. Singles desire authentic relationships and real community. How can your church be single-friendly and connect to over 50% of the adults in your community? |
Breakout Session 1 Classes
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Adult Discipleship/Sunday School/Small Groups – Building Your Discipleship Plan – Andy Cauble, Associate Pastor of Discipleship, FBC Jonesboro. Having a clear plan to make disciples is crucial to multiplying disciples. Come join the discussion to develop your discipleship plan.
Adult Sunday School/Small Groups - Are They Making an Impact? Putting LIFE into Your Bible Study Groups - Jesse Welliver, Pastor of Life Groups & Adult Discipleship, Eagle’s Landing FBC, McDonough. The goal of your group's ministry is to make disciples of Jesus Christ. Let’s learn together how we can be more strategic to encourage LIFE. Teachers/leaders need a clear goal they can work toward to equip others by focusing on simple, LIFE-giving goals. Children & Preschool Ministry – Flip the Script: How to Reach a Self-focused Generation with God’s Truth – Amy Rhodes, FBC Jonesboro, Preschool/Children’s Minister. We are trying to teach a generation of kids with no church background and a very secular worldview. This has led to unprecedented levels of anxiety, loneliness, and a desperate need to belong…no matter what that looks like. How can we help kids to find their identity in Christ? Maybe it is time to Flip the Script on how we currently do things, because at the end of the day…It is ALL about JESUS!! Deacon Ministry – Starting a Church Security Team: Do’s and Don’ts – Major Robert Sowell, Spalding County Sheriff’s office, Union, Griffin, Deacon. Learn how to start and maintain a Church Security Team. We will discuss threat assessments, selecting and qualifying security team members, scheduling, and guidelines. We will address state law including when and where to carry, discuss firearms qualifications, and provide suggested courses of fire. Examples of schedules and guidelines will be provided and distributed. Men’s Ministry – Men Who Make Disciples - Jarrett Fletcher, Pastor of Discipleship & Missions, Glen Haven, McDonough. Learn how to develop a strategy for men’s ministry with discipleship as the foundation. Ministers Wives – Discipling Others to Suffer Well – Rachel Robinson, Pastor Antoine Robinson’s wife at The Rock, Rex. In this world thoroughly marked by the Fall, suffering comes to each one of us. As believers, our aim is to glorify God even in the midst of our suffering, and we must prepare those in our sphere of influence to do so as well by both our example and our intentional teaching. |
Music/Worship Leaders – The Road Best-Travelled – Dr. Michael Sharp, Worship Pastor, Harrison, TN; former Music Professor, New Orleans Seminary. When walking with others along the worship journey, what are some ways that we as worship leaders can nurture those that God has placed in our care? This session leans into the idea of intentionally shepherding our congregation and worship teams toward an increasing devotion to Christ.
Pastors, Discipleship Pastors, etc. – 10 Future Trends for Church Leaders to Embrace – Kris Dolberry, Executive Director, Discipleship.org. Join the conversation for pastors and ministry leaders to prepare for the future of discipleship. Senior Adult Ministry – 65 Things to do with Seniors Who Say They are Not 65 – Kenny Heath, Pastor, Grace, Locust Grove. Senior adult ministry is not as hard as you think it is. Here are 65 ideas that won’t take long to organize and will challenge your seniors mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. The preparation doesn’t need to be exhausting, and these will work for small, medium, or large groups. Student Ministry – Student Ministry Discipleship Series 2 – Todd Jones, Family/Student Pastor, FBC Duluth. Developing a ministry culture of preparing future disciple makers. Women’s Ministry – Women 2 Women Mentoring - Mia Bright, Women's Ministry Leader, Warren Baptist Church, Augusta. "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” (Pr. 27:17). Disciples are made through life-on-life encounters and mentoring is a great way to create an intentional space for this within the church. In this session you will be equipped with ideas on how to launch a mentoring ministry in your church as well as tips and encouragement as you mentor the women God entrusts to you. Young Adult Ministry – Authentic Singles Ministry – J.J. Yount, Board Member, Table for One Ministries, and Student Pastor, First Redeemer, Cumming. Singles desire authentic relationships and real community. How can your church be single-friendly and connect to over 50% of the adults in your community? |
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Free admission ends August 14 at midnight ($10 at the door)
