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INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ASSOCIATION |
Workshops and VBS Curriculum Presentations
The Preview workshops and VBS curriculum presentations are taught by some of the best leaders and instructors in Christian education. These sessions are packed with proven ideas and techniques for reaching and teaching children and youth.
| Saturday, February 20, 9:30 AM | |
| CP | Hero HeadQuarters: Where Kids Join Forces with God
Velvet Lozada Standard Publishing, Cincinnati, OH [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeated 1:30 PM] At Hero HeadQuarters, kids will meet unlikely Bible heroes who are often overlooked. In fact, we don't know a single one of their names! They were not famous leaders or called by God to perform amazing miracles—yet their small acts were used by God to do wonderful things! Help kids discover that if they're willing to be used by God in any situation, no matter how big or small, they can make a difference. With God's power at work, they can be heroes right where they are! |
| CP | Planet Zoom!: Where Bold Bee-lievers Zip, Zap and Zoom for Jesus
Todd Burmeister Concordia Publishing House, St Louis, MO [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeated 1:30 PM] No bee is too small to make a difference and everyone has a job at this hive—to boldly proclaim the good news of Jesus’ love. This program will encourage kids of all ages to be leaders and to be bold to tell others about Jesus. Using lessons that emphasize Biblical accounts of youth and children, in the Christ-centered work of God’s Kingdom, kids from ages 2 – adult will be swarming to Planet Zoom this summer. |
| LA | Me? The Director!
Betty Dymond Five Points Community Church, Auburn Hills, MI A “how to” workshop that gives you, the director, step by step guidance in preparing your VBS program. |
| O | Presenting Pioneer Clubs as a Follow Up Ministry
Shari Habusta Pioneer Clubs, Wheaton, IL Learn how this midweek ministry can help you reach and teach the children in your church and community. If you desire a follow up to your summer ministry events, this workshop is designed for you. We will cover all the critical aspects of this unique program and help you evaluate how Pioneer Clubs can assist your church in maintaining a Christian education connection with those who attended your summer programs. |
| PG | Prayer: A Lifetime Experience
Dr. Leroy Jolly Prayer Enrichment Revivals, Flint, MI [Repeated 2:45 PM] Prayer is more than a morning and evening ritual. For a child of God, it is the very heart of living. Come, learn how to grasp the lifeline to the Throne of Grace. |
| TE | Seven Ways to Be an Interesting Speaker: How to Keep People Awake Without Using a Foghorn or SuperSoaker
Pastor Kenneth Pierpont Evangel Baptist Church, Taylor, MI What happens when you are interesting enough to capture and hold the attention of your listeners? You will see: Adults stay awake, children behave better, students understand, people grow and change, and they are eager to come back for more. |
| TT | Discipline or Discipleship
Joanne Allebach Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI Outer control or inner control—do you discipline or disciple? This workshop will give you practical ways to do both. |
| TT | Explore Learning the Fun Way
Lontina Scruggs Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI When work is play, learning becomes fun. Games are an exciting tool to reinforce the Gospel message and commit God’s Word to memory. Discover how to keep kids listening by using review games that stimulate memory and recapture the point of the lesson. |
| Saturday, February 20, 10:45 AM | |
| CP | Knowing Christ
Bernice Laster Boys & Girls Bible Clubs, Southfield, MI [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeated 2:45 PM] Featuring five Bible lessons that focus on the great “I AMs” of Christ and show children that God loves them and wants them to come to heaven to live with Him. A program you can use for neighborhood outreach at church, a park, or even your own backyard. |
| CP | Step Up and Go Green for Jesus
Jeanett Griffin Urban Ministries Inc, Calumet City, IL [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeated 2:45 PM] Going Green takes on a whole new dimension when your students are challenged to Step Up and Go Green for Jesus. This life-changing Bible-based curriculum will: Engage your students in community involvement; Raise environmental awareness; Promote healthy lifestyles and care for others; Teach important lessons on how to reduce, reuse and recycle. But more important, your children, teens and adults will be challenged to give glory to God as the Creator. |
| LA | Attracting a Team: Inviting Others to Serve in Ministry
Cindy Ziemba Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Northville, MI Are you overwhelmed or lonely in your job of recruiting? We will discuss ways to spread the joy of serving and strategies to recruit others to serve in ministry with you. We’ll share direct and indirect methods of recruiting, ways to encourage your current team to continue serving, and setting expectations for you and your team members. |
| TE | Communicating the Gospel Effectively
Mary Smith Boys and Girls Bible Clubs, Southfield, MI In this workshop you will learn: The message of the Gospel; Useful Scripture for presenting the Gospel; Various methods of presenting the Gospel specifically to children; Tips for preparing yourself to present the Gospel. You will leave the class equipped and encouraged to carry out the Great Commission. |
| TE | High Octane Lessons and Sessions
Marilyn McMichael Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI Simple and practical ideas to use when teaching God’s Word which will engage the children in your class. |
| TE | Seven Ways to Find and Tell Powerful Stories: One of Jesus’ Most Powerful Methods of Teaching
Pastor Kenneth Pierpont Evangel Baptist Church, Taylor, MI When you tell stories well, people are challenged and changed. Discover how to find stories, learn to tell them well, use them to make Biblical truth clear, and organize them. |
| TT | Sketch-boarding 101
Luke Hursh The Salvation Army, Wixom, MI A unique way to teach the gospel message to your students that will help them to retain God’s truth. Learn this simple way of drawing. You don’t have to be an artist to do this. |
| Saturday, February 20, 1:30 PM | |
| CP | Hero HeadQuarters: Where Kids Join Forces with God
Velvet Lozada Standard Publishing, Cincinnati, OH [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeat of 9:30 AM] At Hero HeadQuarters, kids will meet unlikely Bible heroes who are often overlooked. In fact, we don't know a single one of their names! They were not famous leaders or called by God to perform amazing miracles—yet their small acts were used by God to do wonderful things! Help kids discover that if they're willing to be used by God in any situation, no matter how big or small, they can make a difference. With God's power at work, they can be heroes right where they are! |
| CP | Planet Zoom!: Where Bold Bee-lievers Zip, Zap and Zoom for Jesus
Todd Burmeister Concordia Publishing House, St Louis, MO [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeat of 9:30 AM] No bee is too small to make a difference and everyone has a job at this hive—to boldly proclaim the good news of Jesus’ love. This program will encourage kids of all ages to be leaders and to be bold to tell others about Jesus. Using lessons that emphasize Biblical accounts of youth and children, in the Christ-centered work of God’s Kingdom, kids from ages 2 – adult will be swarming to Planet Zoom this summer. |
| O | Have a High-Action Summer
Betty Dymond Five Points Community Church, Auburn Hills, MI The long days of summer can be filled with new opportunities for your church to reach your community with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Vacation Bible School is one great way. This idea filled session will present MORE creative ways to help you expand your outreach during this special season of the year. |
| TE | Helping Children 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. |
| 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. This session is designed to answer your questions and present scriptures that “prepare your heart to teach.” |
| TT | Crafts That Count
Joanne Allebach Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI Use crafts for more than just filling time. Enhance your lessons with hands-on learning. What goes home with the child reaches the family. |
| TT | Tips and Tricks to Enhance Your Teaching
Rick Roy Ward Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Northville, MI Discover lots of practical ideas, tips and tricks, and “how to’s” to get your students’ attention and maintain an orderly and pleasant atmosphere in your classroom. Help make your Vacation Bible School/Summer Ministries the best possible. |
| Saturday, February 20, 2:45 PM | |
| CP | Knowing Christ
Bernice Laster Boys & Girls Bible Clubs, Southfield, MI [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeat of 10:45 AM] Featuring five Bible lessons that focus on the great “I AMs” of Christ and show children that God loves them and wants them to come to heaven to live with Him. A program you can use for neighborhood outreach at church, a park, or even your own backyard. |
| CP | Step Up and Go Green for Jesus
Jeanett Griffin Urban Ministries Inc, Calumet City, IL [Curriculum Presentation] [Repeat of 10:45 AM] Going Green takes on a whole new dimension when your students are challenged to Step Up and Go Green for Jesus. This life-changing Bible-based curriculum will: Engage your students in community involvement; Raise environmental awareness; Promote healthy lifestyles and care for others; Teach important lessons on how to reduce, reuse and recycle. But more important, your children, teens and adults will be challenged to give glory to God as the Creator. |
| O | Let the Party Begin!: A “How To” Plan It Session
Deanna Miller Child Evangelism Fellowship of the Greater Detroit Area, Detroit, MI A pool of ideas for a summer neighborhood outreach party. A day full of games, goodies and gaiety that will introduce your church to the community and the community to the Word of God. If you are unable to conduct a full VBS program, this is a good alternative. |
| PG | Prayer: A Lifetime Experience
Dr. Leroy Jolly Prayer Enrichment Revivals, Flint, MI [Repeat of 9:30 AM] Prayer is more than a morning and evening ritual. For a child of God, it is the very heart of living. Come, learn how to grasp the lifeline to the Throne of Grace. |
| TE | Life-Changing Bible Lessons: Teaching the Saved and Reaching the Lost
Yvette Austin Greater Detroit Metro Child Evangelism Fellowship, Detroit, MI Vacation Bible School is a favorable time to reach the unchurched in our communities. But it’s also a wonderful opportunity to minister to our Christian boys and girls. This workshop will demonstrate how to incorporate the gospel message within your Bible lesson, while ministering to your saved youngsters. Come and discover how to use your present teachings and ministry tools to reach the unsaved and saved children during Vacation Bible School. |
| TT | Making Bible Memory Fun
Shari Habusta Pioneer Clubs, Wheaton, IL Find out how to build effective Scripture memory teaching techniques into your Christian education program. These tips will help you and your students enjoy memorization! Teaching methods will be demonstrated right in this session. |
[This page was last updated 2/15/10.]