As the children’s ministry leader, you feel like all is well in the world when every detail is taken care of, every prop is sourced, every volunteer has their curriculum and the room is set and ready to go. But let’s have a discussion together about where the Holy Spirit fits between the cheesy/shaving cream game and the race to small groups. How can we, as pastors, lay leaders and volunteers, create the space for the Holy Spirit to speak to little hearts and minds? How can we be ‘Elis’ helping the ‘Samuels’ recognize the voice of the Holy Spirit so they too can say, ‘Speak Lord, your servant is listening!’

In “7 Principles That Can Change the Trajectory of Your Church,” Phil will explore the seven essential elements necessary for church staff and teams to lead effectively through growth and change. This workshop will provide practical insights on fostering adaptability, enhancing communication, and developing visionary leadership. Phil will offer actionable strategies to implement these principles, ensuring that your church can navigate transitions confidently and create a lasting positive impact. Join us to learn how to equip your team with the tools needed to transform and elevate your church’s trajectory.

Enhance the audio quality of your church livestreams with our hands-on workshop designed for church sound engineers, media team members, worship leaders, and anyone involved in church audio production. Learn to achieve professional-grade sound using Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), advanced plug-ins, and special mixing techniques. This session covers the basics of DAWs, mastery of plug-ins for EQ, compression, and reverb, and professional mixing techniques tailored for live streaming. Receive practical tips on optimizing your audio setup and troubleshooting common issues, ensuring clear, balanced, and dynamic sound for a more engaging online worship experience. Join us to elevate your church’s audio production and transform the way your congregation experiences worship from afar.

A pastoral and practical look at dynamics, musicianship and ensemble.

To be good disciplers, we must be good NT storytellers – How to preach gospel narratives for spiritual formation.

This engaging session will equip pastors with practical tools and biblical principles to facilitate transformative, honest, and respectful conversations about sexuality within their congregation. You will learn how to create a supportive environment that promotes healthy relationships, addresses modern challenges, and aligns with Biblical framework. Gain the confidence to lead your church towards a holistic and transformative understanding of sexuality, fostering a nurturing and thriving community.

A pastoral and practical look at dynamics, musicianship and ensemble.

Join us for “Tea with Brenda,” a delightful gathering hosted by Brenda Russell. This special event for ladies offers an afternoon of delicious snacks, refreshing tea, and uplifting conversations. Connect with fellow sisters, share stories, and build meaningful relationships in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy exciting giveaways and prizes, making this a fun and memorable time of fellowship and encouragement. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to bond and be uplifted!

Is your church experiencing a plateau or decline? This workshop will explore how to reverse that trend by correcting mission drift and addressing preference-driven values. Join hundreds of Canadian churches on the journey to becoming a disciple-making, soul-winning community.

Pastoring the next generation brings with it all sorts of rewards, but at the same time, there is a lot of pressure from various parties involved. The pressure to produce, to entertain and to engage are a short list amongst many. As a next generation pastor trying to appeal to these pressures, it can very quickly result in removing ourselves from the very mission that Jesus gave all of us. Discipleship! If you can relate in any way, come join me as we look at some intentional discipleship initiatives so the “Great Commission” doesn’t become the “Great Omission” in your ministry

Helping Churches to maximize their resources and become more financially sustainable in a time of economic constraint.