ICEA - Conference Workshops and Seminars

Friday, October 27, 8:45 AM

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 1]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeated Saturday 8:45 AM] Actually make a puppet in four sessions! 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 Anger Management [Part 1]: Recognition and Resolution
Regina L. Brown
FaithWalkers Bible Teaching Ministries, Southfield, MI
Understand the anger cycle and how to break it! Recognize triggers of anger and correct irrational beliefs.

PG Hear the Voice of God Through Journaling
Rev. Leonard Cheeseborough
Raindrop Bible Institute Network, Southfield, MI
Read God’s Word. Record your reactions. Reflect on them over the days to come. Review how God is working in your life.

TE Developing Disciples for Kingdom Building
LaVern Kimbrough
Michigan Theological Seminary, Plymouth, MI
We will view the Biblical philosophy of discipleship. These principles will guide and enrich the practice of discipleship. In turn it will help us to develop a framework to teach, train and touch believers to build the Kingdom of God.

TE Preparing Your Heart to Teach
Doris Webber
Rosedale Park Baptist Church, Detroit, MI
I know I should teach. I actually think that I can. But, how and where do I begin? Teaching begins with preparation of the heart: Committing one’s desire, apprehensions and perceived inadequacies to the Lord. “Preparing Your Heart to Teach” is designed to give you scriptures to answer your questions and an opportunity to apply them during the session.

TT Bible Verses - More Than Memorizing
Deanna Miller
Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI
Exciting ways to get God’s Word into the hearts of children through Bible memory work and help them build on a firm foundation.

TT Teaching Children How to Put Jesus in the Driver’s Seat of Their Lives
Bernice Laster
Boys & Girls Bible Clubs, Southfield, MI
Steps to help Christian children commit their lives to the Lord Jesus and gain spiritual maturity. Children today can have God’s best now by letting Him rule on the throne of their hearts.

Friday, October 27, 9:55 AM

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 2]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeated Saturday 9:55 AM] Hour two of your puppet creation. Your hard work and developing craftsmanship will be an asset in your ministry to children.

PG Cultivating Intimacy
Kim von Oeyen
Kalamazoo, MI
To cultivate means to improve by labor, care or study. All of these are necessary aspects of any relationship, including our relationship with God. Leave with a better understanding of how to cultivate intimacy with God.

PG Making Prayer a Meaningful Experience
Dr. Leroy Jolly
Prayer Enrichment Revival, Flint, MI
Is having a meaningful prayer life something you would like to have? Would you like to learn how to develop an intimate prayer time with God? This interactive workshop will help you to see ways to have a very wonderful prayer time with the Lord. Come and learn how to have a fantastic time praying to our Lord

PG The Exodus Project [Part 1]: Occupy ‘Till I Come
Dr. Charlotte Sledge
Serenity Center Ministries, Detroit, MI
Becoming a person of influence by taking charge, taking dominion and walking in the responsibility of freedom.

SM Conflict Management and Resolution
Rev. Earl F. Hood, Jr.
FaithWalkers Bible Teaching, Southfield, MI
A Biblical approach to the resolution of conflict. We don’t need the Bible to tell us what conflict is, but as Christians we need to know what the Bible teaches us concerning our responsibility in handling conflict. Remember, we are the light of the world. (Matthew 5:14).

TT Scrapbooking in Christian Education
Jerrie Lynn Robinson
Allen Park, MI
Explore this common technique in a new setting. Use inexpensive materials or items you already have on hand. Make any Bible lesson, unit or passage of Scripture come alive for boys and girls of all ages as they use Scrapbooking as a method of recall and reinforcement. Ideas presented for individual and group scrapbooks.

Friday, October 27, 1:45 PM

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 3]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeated Saturday 1:45 PM] Hour three on your puppet. Can you begin to see its “personality” shining through?

PG Impact of a Deliverance Prayer
Dr. Ernest Maddox
Point of Light Christian Center, Southfield, MI
A review of what the Bible has to say about inner healing and deliverance.

PG Successful Budgeting
Karen Kraft
Christian Credit Counselors, Southfield, MI
For a healthy, balanced budget we need a plan that includes savings and wise spending. It is not about scarcity but about your choices and feeling God’s abundance.

PG The Exodus Project [Part 2]: Lord, Show Me Your Glory
Dr. Charlotte Sledge
Serenity Center Ministries, Detroit, MI
Experiencing God in the 21st Century...build remarkable faith, find new meaning, power and direction for your life by learning to hear and obey the Voice of the Lord.

SM What If They Have a Special Need?
James Krone
Special Education Ministries, Detroit, MI
This workshop will allow the volunteer Sunday school teacher to share experiences and frustrations they had with a special needs child in their classroom. We will then explore types of support and resources to meet the need.

TT Common Sense Classroom Discipline for Grades 1-6
G. Jerry Martin
Gospel Light Publications, Ventura, CA
Discover five common classroom reasons for misbehavior. five possible causes for misbehavior and nine techniques you can use in the class room that can help prevent problems or handle them properly as they arise.

TT Crafts That Count
Joanne Allebach
Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI
Year-around children’s crafts that teach Biblical principles.

Friday, October 27, 4:45 PM

M Making Missions Meaningful for Children and Youth
Nell Beare
Calvary Baptist Church of Hazel Park, Hazel Park, MI
Foster an awareness of and interest in missions by acquainting children and youth with a variety of mission-related activities and opportunities.

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 4]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeated Saturday 3:00 PM] The puppet is nearly finished! In this last session you will learn how to use your new puppet.

PG A Time to Build
Rev. Billy H. Walker
Calvary Baptist Church Southgate, Southgate, MI
Using the tools of Ephesians, we see Paul encouraging us to build ourselves, others, and the Kingdom of God.

PG From Grace to Glory: A Spiritual Checkup
Rev. Earl F. Hood, Jr.
FaithWalkers Bible Teaching, Southfield, MI
It is recommended once a year to get a physical examination. The objective is to know we are physically fit. The same holds true spiritually. The Apostle Paul in 2 Corinthians 13:5 recommends for us to “Examine ourselves.” Sin is a form of disease that needs to be found and rooted out. A yearly Spiritual Examination is needed . A test chart of all the areas that need examination are included for review. This class is upbeat and fast paced...lots of fun....great discoveries.

PG SEX...Why Isn’t the Church Talking About It
Brenda Underwood
TASK-Teaching Abstinence Saves Kids, Livonia, MI
[Repeated Saturday 3:00 PM] Answers for success toward living the life God has designed for His children. Information for adults and teens: What is the definition of sex? What is the purpose of dating? What does our Lord say about sex outside of marriage? Skits to make parents and youth ponder the answers to these questions.

PG You Are What You Eat: Does God Care?
Sharon Walker
Southgate, MI
Are you concerned about the food your are eating? Should you be concerned? Is God honored by the food you eat? This workshop will address from a biblical perspective how the church and Christians are being affected by the culture and the glutton of food available.

TE Speak Up - Speak Out
Jerri Coleman
Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI
Helping children learn to witness.

Saturday, October 28, 8:45 AM

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 1]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeat of Friday 8:45 AM]

O Creating and Recognizing Teachable Moments
Kim von Oeyen
Kalamazoo, MI
Come learn how to use everyday moments, regular conversations and common objects to share the love of Christ with the people God has placed in your life.

O Search and Rescue: The Ministry of Evangelism
Rev. Earl F. Hood, Jr.
FaithWalkers Bible Teaching, Southfield, MI
All are not evangelists, but all must be involved in evangelism. The Lord has need of YOU! “He that is not with me is against me, says the Lord.” (Luke 11:23) He that gathers not with the Lord, scatters. Thus Paul instructed Timothy “…do the work of an evangelist; make full proof of thy ministry.” (2 Timothy 4:5) This verse does not apply only to Timothy. Let us equip you to share in the work of an evangelist and to fulfill your service to God.

PG Growing Closer to God Through Prayer
Dr. Leroy Jolly
Prayer Enrichment Revival, Flint, MI
Do you feel close to God? Do you want to feel closer to God? Prayer is the answer! This interactive workshop will bring Spiritual insights to you that will help you, the believer, learn how to walk closer to the Lord through prayer.

SM Biblical Marriage Counseling [Part 1]
Dr. Duane Cuthbertson
Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
To be an effective marriage counselor you have to have a defined model and technique. This seminar will give a three-part system to enable you to help struggling marriages. There will be strong Biblical integration.

TE Presenting the Gospel to Children: Make It Simple and Thorough
Sylvia Williams
Boys & Girls Bible Clubs, Southfield, MI
To give the foundation; need of a savior; God’s way of salvation; your response. Visuals will be used.

TE Teaching Morality to Children
Bernice Laster
Boys & Girls Bible Clubs, Southfield, MI
How to help children make wise decisions now and later in their lives. Teaching early that God made male and female to fill their unique role and they are not interchangeable. He set rules of behavior that bring joy and satisfaction. Children can receive this information on their level.

Saturday, October 28, 9:55 AM

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 2]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeat of Friday 9:55 AM]

PG Planting the Seeds for Prosperity Thinking: What is Prosperity Thinking?
Susan Thiem
Christian Credit Counselors, Southfield, MI
Prosperity thinking is a holistic approach to finances that includes the whole person; physical, mental, social and spiritual. All these areas can be affected by our financial situation, and depend on our ATTITUDE towards money. In this class we discuss the meaning of wealth, richness, spiritual fulfillment, successful living and having peace of mind around money. We focus on what we think about money and how we can change our minds...then change our lives!

PG The “I AM’s” of Christ [Part 1]
Dr. Ruth Whittaker
Bethesda Bible Institute, Sterling Hts, MI
When the Lord met Moses at Sinai’s burning bush He introduced Himself as “I AM” or “Yahweh”, meaning: “To be,” or “God of the past, of the present who makes things happen, and God of future destiny.” Jesus’ Words, “I AM,” affirm that the bush is still burning.

SM Biblical Marriage Counseling [Part 2]
Dr. Duane Cuthbertson
Spring Arbor University, Spring Arbor, MI
To be an effective marriage counselor you have to have a defined model and technique. This seminar will give a three-part system to enable you to help struggling marriages. There will be strong Biblical integration.

SM Learning Differences in the Church
James Krone
Special Education Ministries, Detroit, MI
This workshop will help identify the special needs that children (or adults) may have in your Sunday school classrooms or worship settings. We will explore the way we learn and brainstorm ideas for making accommodations and adaptations so that all can learn and worship. Lastly, we will discuss how you can set up a “Disabilities Resource Team” to be proactive in addressing the needs of Jesus’ precious children.

TE I’m Not Too Little: Taking the Preschool Challenge!
Jerri Coleman
Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI
An overall look at ministry to preschoolers, with a specific emphasis on practical helps in teaching spiritual truths.

TE Ministering to 5th and 6th Graders
G. Jerry Martin
Gospel Light Publications, Ventura, CA
We will make some pop culture observations; Review the challenges of ministering to 5th and 6th graders; Dispel the myths about 5th and 6th graders; Discover how to connect the Bible to real life; Consider the basic ingredients for an effective preteen ministry in your church.

Saturday, October 28, 1:45 PM

CI Sex, Drugs and the Solid Rock
Michelle A. Gilmer, M.D.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Community Mental Health, Trenton, MI
We will examine current statistics of Michigan teen drug use, sexual behavior, depression and suicide and identify ways to build teen self-esteem and Identity in Christ to help guard against trouble in these areas.

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 3]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeat of Friday 1:45 PM]

PG Introduction to Inductive Bible Study
Judy Simmons
Precept Ministries, Chattanooga, TN
We will demonstrate the components of Inductive Bible Study using the book of Jude. 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 The “I AM’s” of Christ [Part 2]
Dr. Ruth Whittaker
Bethesda Bible Institute, Sterling Hts, MI
When the Lord met Moses at Sinai’s burning bush He introduced Himself as “I AM” or “Yahweh”, meaning: “To be,” or “God of the past, of the present who makes things happen, and God of future destiny.” Jesus’ Words, “I AM,” affirm that the bush is still burning. You will discover in this workshop God’s usage of “I AM” and how to apply it to today.

PG What the Bible Says About Spiritual Gifts
Lynn Karidis
Cornerstone University, Troy, MI
What is a Spiritual Gift? Who gets one? How is the gift related to ministry? Come and learn how you can discover your own spiritual gifts.

TE So You’re a Single Parent!
Joanne Allebach
Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI
This class will show the challenges of single parenting and will give ideas of how a parent can enthusiastically meet these challenges with prayer, love and God’s Word.

TT Christmas Crafts for Children
Nell Beare
Calvary Baptist Church of Hazel Park, Hazel Park, MI
Don’t throw that away! Come see a multitude of ideas for gifts that children can make for family and friends (or themselves) from discards.

TT Interactive Teaching: Bulletin Boards
Jerrie Lynn Robinson
Allen Park, MI
Spark Interest, build Bible knowledge and inspire creative thinking. Turn those unused or purely decorative bulletin boards into learning tools your students will be eager to use as they acquire or reinforce Bible knowledge and skills.

Saturday, October 28, 3:00 PM

MD Puppet Making Made Easy [Part 4]
Murray Howell & Hazel Howell
Straight Street, Brampton, ONT
[Repeat of Friday 4:45 PM]

PG Life Swap
Rev. Billy H. Walker
Calvary Baptist Church Southgate, Southgate, MI
How to change, through the power of God, from a life that survives to a life that thrives.

PG SEX...Why Isn’t the Church Talking About It
Brenda Underwood
TASK-Teaching Abstinence Saves Kids, Livonia, MI
[Repeat of Friday 4:45 PM] Answers for success toward living the life God has designed for His children. Information for adults and teens: What is the definition of sex? What is the purpose of dating? What does our Lord say about sex outside of marriage? Skits to make parents and youth ponder the answers to these questions.

PG The Basics of Christianity: What Every Christian Must Know
Rev. Earl F. Hood, Jr.
FaithWalkers Bible Teaching, Southfield, MI
A look at what makes Christianity unique. The Christian faith is totally different from all other faiths. We will explore our uniqueness and dedicate it to memory. This is a basic class that every Christian should attend. As Christians we should know what we believe and why we believe it

SM From Loss to Love
LaVern Kimbrough & LaTayna Glass
Michigan Theological Seminary, Plymouth, MI
How to minister to and encourage the body of Christ, family and friends after great loss. Loss is a part of life that touches all of us, whether it be through divorce, death or devastation. Understand from God’s perspective that pain and suffering go hand in hand with God’s glory.

TT Learn the Books of the Bible
Rev. Leonard Cheeseborough
Raindrop Bible Institute Network, Southfield, MI
Come learn how to teach the sequential order of the books of the New Testament using the concept of a game.

TT Review Games Can Be Exciting: Enhancing Learning the Fun Way
Deanna Miller
Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI
Keep kids listening by using review games that stimulate memory, recapture a lesson, and promote fun.