Lay Leader Extravaganza! will be held on March 27, 9:15 AM-4 PM, at Good Shepherd. The theme is “Marks of the Christian.” We're hoping a large number of Good Shepherd members and friends can attend this excellent event! Registration forms are available in the church office or in the Gathering Area. Please return your completed form plus $15 per person to the church office by March 12th. Scholarships are available. Call the church office at 525-1922 for more information.
This congregational resource event offers:
- Stellar Keynote Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Stephen Bouman
- Workshop leaders focusing on the Marks of Discipleship
- An idea panel that includes a motorcyclist
- Free childcare - age appropriate care and activities
- An opportunity to learn from Bishop Tom Aitken
- Resources for youth and those who work with youth
- Lunch! - a cup of coffee with friends; old and new
- Tips and practical wisdom for various ministries.
- A bookstore featuring writings by event speakers
- Something for everyone!
This year's keynote presenter, Dr. Stephen Bouman, will highlight the six Marks of Discipleship during his morning presentation.
Dr. Henry French, Dr. Stephen Bouman, Bishop Tom Aitken and Catherine Anderson's workshops will lift up the Marks of Discipleship. An idea panel will show what you can learn from a motorcyclist, a cookbook author, a faith walker and a bread baker!
You won't want to miss this opportunity to meet with others who do what you do in your congregation. There will be something for everyone - creative ideas and practical wisdom for our various ministries. A bookstore will carry resources relevant to topics of the day.
New This Year: FREE childcare - register your child by March 12.