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The Convention workshops are taught by the best leaders and well-known instructors in Christian education, life, and ministry, and are packed with proven ideas and techniques for reaching and teaching children, youth and adults.

Friday, October 25, 9:00 AM
O	Working With a Children’s Evangelist to Present a Community Kids Krusade Outreach Susan Gift Porter — Masterpiece Ministries, Chino, CA For those who are interested in reaching into the community with a children’s crusade and desire to utilize a specialist.
PG	Spiritual Goal Planning: Aiming to Please God Jennie Dimkoff — President, Storyline Ministries, Inc., Fremont, MI Reach HIGH! You have a big God, and He wants to be a part of your plans. Ever wish you could really accomplish something BIG in your family, business, or ministry? Spiritual goal planning is a method of setting goals, giving them to God, and watching Him do the remarkable! Jennie shares how God used these methods to revolutionize her own ministry and secular business.
SM	Discipleship: The Christian Ministry James Odens — President, Page Ministries, Vadnais Heights, MN An investigation into Biblical discipleship: what it is and the dominating role it plays in Christian ministry.
SM	Mentoring Is For Everyone Nancy Messner — The Chapel, Akron, OH Mature Christians have the wisdom that comes with experience, but how do you become a mentor? What if your personality is not compatible with the one you are mentoring? Since the Bible tells us to do it, it must be possible!
TE	Christianity–A Personal Relationship AND a World View [Part 1] Jim Winebrener — Trinity Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Plymouth, MI We need to be prepared to defend our faith in all aspects of our life including politics, education and the media. Learn the subtle and sometimes not so subtle ways that Christianity is under attack in our society and discover ways we can respond appropriately.
TE	Preparing Your Heart to Teach Elsie Yeihey — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Here we look at the teacher. Learn the steps to preparing yourself to teach.
TT	I Will Sing a New Song: Children’s Music With a Message Sid McMichael — Director, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Teaching children to sing music with a message.
TT	Speak Up - Speak Out Monica Mackler — Ministry Director, Detroit, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Training children to share their faith.
Friday, October 25, 10:10 AM
PG	Being a Prayer Warrior Dr. Leroy Jolly — Prayer Warrior Ministry, Flint, MI Learn to be a prayer warrior and join with fellow Christians to fight the spiritual battles we face.
PG	Moms Can Make a Difference: Christian Parenting In a Secular Society Jennie Dimkoff — President, Storyline Ministries, Inc., Fremont, MI Ever wonder just how much influence you have on your children, their attitudes and actions? Christian parenting in a secular society can sometimes seem overwhelming. This workshop takes a creative look at "mothering" for Jesus' sake. It is both lighthearted and challenging.
PG	Successful Christian Living Billy H. Walker — Calvary Baptist Church Southgate, Southgate, MI A study from Phillipians that gives us the pattern, the power, and the prize of Christian living.
SM	The Process of Discipleship James Odens — President, Page Ministries, Vadnais Heights, MN Examines the process of discipleship from the state of unbelief through the stage of maturity in Christ, giving practical application of what this process involves for disciplers.
SM	When Christians Are Prone to Wander Sabrina D. Black — Abundant Life Counseling Center, Farmington Hills, MI & LaVern Harlin — Abundant Life Counseling Center, Farmington Hills, MI Sexual sin continues to be a mainstay in our communities! Our homes and places of worship have been impacted. When Christians are prone to wander there needs to be someone available to provide hope, help and healing. This workshop will help equip pastors, deacons, counselors and other church or community leaders to effectively minister to those who are entangled and entrapped in sexual behavior.
TE	Christianity–A Personal Relationship AND a World View [Part 2] Jim Winebrener — Trinity Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Plymouth, MI We need to be prepared to defend our faith in all aspects of our life including politics, education and the media. Learn the subtle and sometimes not so subtle ways that Christianity is under attack in our society and discover ways we can respond appropriately.
TE	Getting the Gospel Right Betty Dymond — Gospel Light Publications, Ventura, CA Our society is in a headlong rush to find meaning and purpose in life. The usual beginning and end of these pursuits is self: self-seeking, self-fulfillment, self-expression; possessions, position, recreation. Though there are pleasures in each of these things, there is no lasting fulfillment. People spend their lives looking for meaning without really understanding the basic issues of sin and justification. Come to this workshop for a clear presentation of the Gospel to children
TE	Helping Children Know God-It Will Change Their Lives Marilyn McMichael — Director, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI & Sid McMichael — Director, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Teaching the attributes of God can make a difference in the life of a child.
TT	Review Can Be Exciting! Monica Mackler — Ministry Director, Detroit, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Enhancing learning in a fun way.
Friday, October 25, 2:00 PM
MD	Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 1] Murray Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT & Hazel Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT Four unique sessions—actually make a puppet! All materials are furnished. No machine sewing. Receive a free pattern for your next puppet. (Additional $25 registration fee required; bring a pair of scissors.)
PG	God–The Source of Our Struggles [Part 1] Dr. Duane Cuthbertson — Professor of Psychology, William Tyndale College, Farmington Hills, MI In an era of “post-modern” theology there will be a strong Biblical defense of a personal and sovereign God who “orchestrates” His will.
SM	Counseling in African-American Communities: Biblical Perspectives on Tough Issues Sabrina D. Black — Abundant Life Counseling Center, Farmington Hills, MI Counseling work begins with “restoring the soul and renewing the mind.” As clergy. counselors and caregivers we open” windows of hope, help and healing” for those who are hurting. The depth of dysfunction, devastation and despair with which the world is exposed requires “more than a Band-Aid”. As we desire to impact change with those in the urban community, our approach must reflect cultural diversity, sensitivity and unconditional love. This educational session will highlight valuable resources that can be used to effectively minister to the needs of the African-American community through the application of Biblical principles.
SM	Jesus’ Pattern of Discipleship James Odens — President, Page Ministries, Vadnais Heights, MN Presents a summary of Jesus’ approach in discipling those who followed Him in His earthly ministry, providing practical principles for disciplers today.
TE	Attendance Builders Jerri Coleman — Ministry Director, Oakland, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Tips on how to encourage children to come and keep coming.
TE	Fifty Nifty Nature Crafts Nell Beare — Calvary Baptist Church of Hazel Park, Hazel Park, MI As you walk through the woods, forage in the fields or stroll along the shore, you’ll find an abundance of craft materials. Here are some ideas for using them.
TE	Life Changing Bible Lessons: Preparing a Lesson For Children Burnetta Stark — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Preparing a Bible lesson for the saved and the unsaved child.
TE	Teacher’s Survival Kit Phyllis Girdwood — Standard Publishing, Cincinnati, OH Practical essentials of effectiveness and encouragement for both the new and the experienced teacher.
TT	Chalk Talks Dr. Norman Clothier — Teens, Inc., Waterford, MI Learn to draw simple stick figures, cartoons and illustrations using crayons, magic markers or chalk and a news print pad. You may think you can’t do it. Learn it from a former farm boy with no experience in art.
TT	Ideas–Who, Why, When, Where–On Exciting Storytelling Geraldine Clothier — Teens, Inc., Waterford, MI Ideas for all ages. Jesus, our great teacher, often used stories when He spoke.
Friday, October 25, 4:40 PM
MD	Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 2] Murray Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT & Hazel Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT Four unique sessions—actually make a puppet! All materials are furnished. No machine sewing. Receive a free pattern for your next puppet. (Additional $25 registration fee required; bring a pair of scissors.)
O	Paradise: Jehovah’s Witness and Muslim Teaching Mary Mal — Jehovah’s Witness Outreach, Evart, MI We will learn how to refute the concepts of Paradise taught by the Jehovah’s Witness and Muslim by comparing them to the Biblical teaching of Paradise.
PG	Can Two Walk Together? Encouragement for Spiritually Unbalanced Marriages Sabrina D. Black — Abundant Life Counseling Center, Farmington Hills, MI This workshop will challenge participants to reflect on who they are in Christ and the difference that will make as they learn , “How to survive, thrive or be revived in a spiritually unbalanced marriage.” Materials covered will help those in attendance as well as prepare them to minister to others. Learn P-O-W-E-R principles for enhancing your marriage and developing a godly perspective through applying W-I-S-D-O-M that will help you grow spiritually in an unbalanced relationship.
PG	God–The Source of Our Struggles [Part 2] Dr. Duane Cuthbertson — Professor of Psychology, William Tyndale College, Farmington Hills, MI In an era of “post-modern” theology there will be a strong Biblical defense of a personal and sovereign God who “orchestrates” His will.
PG	How to Become a Person of Prayer Wilma Jolly — Prayer Warrior Ministry, Flint, MI We will discuss why we should pray and how to pray effectively.
TE	Leading a Child to Christ Gloria Davis — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Presenting the message of salvation, God’s invitation and counseling a child for salvation.
TE	Teaching Morality to Children Doris Webber — Farmington, MI We are alarmed at the brazen demonstration of evil in society. How to teach children, using the Word of God, to live pure lives in a world filled with immorality all around them is the focus of this class.
TE	Teaching That Cuts the Mustard In the Hood Ginger Sinsabaugh MacDonald — Tasty Faith Ministries, Chicago, IL The problems that urban youth deal with are often different and tend to be more difficult than kids elsewhere, from illiteracy to teen pregnancy. Learn how to reach these tough cookies with the message of Christ.
TT	Creative Teaching Methods Susan Gift Porter — Masterpiece Ministries, Chino, CA Reviews a variety of teaching methods, including storytelling, object lessons, drama, music, puppets, visuals, flannel graph, etc. Geared for teachers of children.
TT	Visualize or Fossilize Deanna Miller — Ministerial Staff, Oakland, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Using visual aids effectively.
Saturday, October 26, 9:00 AM
LA	Building Bridge For Recruiting Phyllis Girdwood — Standard Publishing, Cincinnati, OH Discover some of the basic principles involved in effective teacher recruitment; examine some of the reasons people say “No” and “Yes”; explore a successful recruiting process.
MD	Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 3] Murray Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT & Hazel Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT Four unique sessions—actually make a puppet! All materials are furnished. No machine sewing. Receive a free pattern for your next puppet. (Additional $25 registration fee required; bring a pair of scissors.)
O	Effective Evangelism In the 21st Century James Odens — President, Page Ministries, Vadnais Heights, MN Understanding our current culture is essential if we are to reach it effectively with the gospel. This workshop examines what our culture is like and how that affects our evangelistic approach.
PG	Can You Prepare For Crisis? Nancy Messner — The Chapel, Akron, OH If you were to be taken, would your loved ones know where to find important documents like financial accounts, details of income and real estate information, or the will? We’ll talk about other kinds of crises as well.
PG	Giving Our All for Christ Billy H. Walker — Calvary Baptist Church Southgate, Southgate, MI II Timothy gives us the description of one who overcomes life’s obstacles to become an all out servant for God.
PG	You’ll Never Be Financially Free By Paying Off Your Debt! [Part 1] Curt Whipple — Financial Freedom Education Institute, Canton, MI Be debt free, pay with cash, and build your net worth in ways that honor and glorify God.
PG	Your Changing Answers to Life’s Ultimate Questions [Part 1] Dr. Carol Chupick — Bethesda Christian Church, Sterling Heights, MI What is the aim of my life? (Your goals) – What is important to me? (Your values) – Who am I, anyway? (Your self-concept) – What do I believe? (Your faith)
TE	A Pod of P’s for Productive Teaching Nell Beare — Calvary Baptist Church of Hazel Park, Hazel Park, MI Basic teaching skills for the new teacher, or a refresher course for the experienced teacher.
TE	I’m Not Too Little: Taking the Preschool Challenge! Burnetta Stark — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI
TE	The Language of God [Part 1] Rev. Estefan De La Cruz — Reverend, Evangel Association of Churches and Ministries, Detroit, MI This study of the language of God, as the Holy Spirit reveals it, opens the door for the mature Christian to walk with God in the same way that Adam and Eve walked with Him in the Garden of Eden.
TT	Crafts that Count Joanne Allebach — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Crafts for children that teach Biblical principles.
Saturday, October 26, 10:10 AM
CI	Mind Control Gene Carwile — Independent Researcher and Educator, Flint, MI Who is using mind control techniques today? Why? Are they being used in the church? How do we know that we have not been conditioned already? A major symptom is denial.
LA	Special – For Pastors Dr. James O. Davis — Cutting Edge International, Springfield, MO
MD	Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 4] Murray Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT & Hazel Howell — Straight Street, Brampton, ONT Four unique sessions—actually make a puppet! All materials are furnished. No machine sewing. Receive a free pattern for your next puppet. In this last session you will learn how to use your new puppet. (Additional $25 registration fee required; bring a pair of scissors.)
O	Helping People Really Understand the Gospel James Odens — President, Page Ministries, Vadnais Heights, MN Investigates how to share the gospel with people who know little or nothing about God, by giving them a context for understanding the gospel.
PG	You’ll Never Be Financially Free By Paying Off Your Debt! [Part 2] Curt Whipple — Financial Freedom Education Institute, Canton, MI Be debt free, pay with cash, and build your net worth in ways that honor and glorify God.
PG	Your Changing Answers to Life’s Ultimate Questions [Part 2] Dr. Carol Chupick — Bethesda Christian Church, Sterling Heights, MI Every action, every problem, every choice you make follows your answers to “Life’s Ultimate Questions!”
TE	Brand Names vs. The Brand Marks of Christ Ginger Sinsabaugh MacDonald — Tasty Faith Ministries, Chicago, IL Learn how to compete with the media for the heart and attention to today’s youth, primarily city teens. Of the 3000 messages a teen hears each day, there’s only one that matters.
TE	From a Child’s Perspective: Understanding Children Deanna Miller — Ministerial Staff, Oakland, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI
TE	Making God’s Word Come Alive for Your Students Marilyn McMichael — Director, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Practical helps to communicate Biblical truths to children in a meaningful way.
TE	The Language of God [Part 2] Rev. Estefan De La Cruz — Reverend, Evangel Association of Churches and Ministries, Detroit, MI This study of the language of God, as the Holy Spirit reveals it, opens the door for the mature Christian to walk with God in the same way that Adam and Eve walked with Him in the Garden of Eden.
TT	Interesting, Usable Object Lessons No. 3 Geraldine Clothier — Teens, Inc., Waterford, MI A new workshop on object lessons that will enhance any lesson. Usable for all age groups.
TT	Learn Simple “Magic” Illustrations Dr. Norman Clothier — Teens, Inc., Waterford, MI Illustration is a vivid and effective tool for teaching children. You will receive ready-made items and some you can make for future use. Resource information for more ideas and materials will be available.
Saturday, October 26, 2:00 PM
CI	God’s Plan and Timing For the Jew and Gentile [Part 1] Mary Mal — Jehovah’s Witness Outreach, Evart, MI A discussion of Matthew chapter 24, Daniel chapters 2 and 9, plus early church history.
CI	Mark of the Beast? Gene Carwile — Independent Researcher and Educator, Flint, MI How is modern technology shaping the world and setting the stage for the antichrist’s identification mark? Have you been “prepped” for it already?
O	Evangelizing Through Neighborhood Bible Studies James Odens — President, Page Ministries, Vadnais Heights, MN Describes how to plan, organize, invite people, conduct and follow up on evangelistic, chronological Bible studies.
PG	Hot Soup for the Marriage Ed Williams — Ecorse, MI & Cathy Williams — Ecorse, MI Tips for building and maintaining a healthy Christ-centered relationship with your mate. Learn, accept and honor the marital roles that God ordained for a satisfying and happy marriage.
PG	Introduction to Inductive Bible Study Judy Simmons — Precept Ministries, Chattanoga, TN Using I Thessalonians chapter 1, we will demonstrate the components of Inductive Bible Study and learn how to read the Bible in a new way to discover what it says, what it means and how to apply it to our lives.
PG	Prayer Is the Key to the Throne Room of God! Dr. Leroy Jolly — Prayer Warrior Ministry, Flint, MI Learn how to use this important key to unlock the door of the throne room.
TE	How to Prepare and Present a Workshop or Seminar [Part 1] Lynn Karidis — Registrar and Instructor, William Tyndale College, Farmington Hills, MI In part 1 you will learn how to develop an idea into a dynamic workshop or seminar.
TT	Balloon Sculpture: A Great Teaching Tool! Dr. Norman Clothier — Teens, Inc., Waterford, MI Everyone likes balloons, they cross all language barriers! This class will learn to make creations for object lessons, promotion and personal witnessing. Balloon sculpting is not difficult to learn. Materials will be available. Resources for more training and materials will be provided. Join us for this one.
TT	Bible Verses—More than Memorizing Elsie Yeihey — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Helping to get God’s Word into the hearts of children through Bible memory work will help them build on a secure foundation for life. Ideas to try.
TT	Easy, Fun Paper Cuts With a Gospel Message Geraldine Clothier — Teens, Inc., Waterford, MI Visuals are valuable storytelling tools that capture all ages. This session will give you hands on experience.
Saturday, October 26, 3:10 PM
CI	Crazy Quackers Gene Carwile — Independent Researcher and Educator, Flint, MI Is psychology/psychiatry the “Trojan Horse” in the church today? Is mental illness a myth? Does the brain think? Is it mental illness or spiritual illness? Come and bring your questions - open discussion.
CI	God’s Plan and Timing For the Jew and Gentile [Part 2] Mary Mal — Jehovah’s Witness Outreach, Evart, MI This hour discussion will be on how world events are fitting into Bible prophecy before the second coming of Jesus.
PG	Praying Specifically For the Unsaved Dr. Leroy Jolly — Prayer Warrior Ministry, Flint, MI Receive insight on how to pray for your lost family members and friends.
TE	Growing in Jesus Monica Mackler — Ministry Director, Detroit, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI Helping the child to develop a daily devotional time.
TE	How to Prepare and Present a Workshop or Seminar [Part 2] Lynn Karidis — Registrar and Instructor, William Tyndale College, Farmington Hills, MI In part 2 you will learn how to communicate your workshop material effectively. A resource packet will be given to each attendee.
TE	Managing Your Classroom: Dynamics of Discipline Joanne Allebach — Teacher Trainer, Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Detroit, Detroit, MI What contributes to an orderly and pleasant learning atmosphere? This workshop will give practical ways to get your students’ attention and maintain discipline while you teach godly truths.
TE	Teaching Morality to Children Charmane Coleman — Rosedale Park Baptist Church, Detroit, MI We are alarmed at the brazen demonstration of evil in society. How to teach children, using the Word of God, to live pure lives in a world filled with immorality all around them is the focus of this class.
TT	Storytelling to Touch the Heart Susan Gift Porter — Masterpiece Ministries, Chino, CA Basics for the storyteller. Intro to storytelling. How to get over stage fright. Characterizations, voice, tone, mood, practice, etc. Geared for youth through adult age groups.