Here is the list of mission projects and workshop descriptions. Stay tuned for further information on Gathering 2012 events.
Mission Project List
- Campbell Mansion
- Build a "prayer labyrinth"‘ on mansion grounds
- Construction and installation of 2 benches at labyrinth entrance
- Possible other stuff
- Cemetery & Path
- Construction and installation of 2 benches (1 near entrance; 1 on midway on path)
- General policing of the cemetery area and path
- Possible stonework in cemetery if needed
- Memorial Christian Church
- Painting projects (church will provide paint)
- Misc. other mission project options
- Possible painting or other small scale work on Bethany College campus
- Possible clearing work on hiking trails (possibly labor intensive)
*NOTE: Mansion and cemetery work to be coordinated with Bethany groundskeeper.
*NOTE: Sunday worship loose offering will go to MCC stained glass window project. Coordination with Pastor, Scott Thayer
Workshops List & Descriptions
ALL workshops to be offered twice on Saturday
(morning & afternoon) unless otherwise noted.
- ”Get Real”, presented by Derek Maul (Event Keynote Speaker)
- Our event keynote speaker provides a presentation connected with his first book, “Get Real: A Spiritual Journey for Men”; a practical conversation about faith. Derek outlines four essential elements of an authentic spiritual life for men - Faith in 4-D.
NOTE: This workshop will only be offered once in the morning.
- Our event keynote speaker provides a presentation connected with his first book, “Get Real: A Spiritual Journey for Men”; a practical conversation about faith. Derek outlines four essential elements of an authentic spiritual life for men - Faith in 4-D.
- What Do Your Actions Say About You? Men’s Role in the Church, presented by Archie Jenkins (President, General Conference of Disciples Men)
- How to get men to church and keep involved. What’s your Hero role in your church.
NOTE: This workshop will only be offered once in the afternoon.
- How to get men to church and keep involved. What’s your Hero role in your church.
- The Future of Men’s Ministry; Why is fatherhood so important to our children’s faith, their families and church attendance?, presented by Gary Ochs (Past President, General Conference of Disciples Men)
- In America, we have 27 million kids growing up without a Dad and 85 percent of the people in prison grew up in fatherless home?
- Why are the young men leaving the church and how can we get them to come back?
- How can we “Take time to be a Dad today”?
NOTE: This workshop will only be offered once in the morning.
- ”Blank Street”, presented by Ben Saunders (Regional Liaison, General Conference of Disciples Men). NOTE: this is a 45 minute film that will be followed with discussion.
- ‘Blank Street’ is a documentary film focusing on people experiencing economic hardships in Virginia. Meet the working class, the homeless, folks who are both and everyone in between. The film captures their little-heard stories and creates a film that depicts unity among all people. The long-term goal is to raise awareness of the issues that transcend borders, towns, and streets.
- ‘Blank Street’ is a documentary film focusing on people experiencing economic hardships in Virginia. Meet the working class, the homeless, folks who are both and everyone in between. The film captures their little-heard stories and creates a film that depicts unity among all people. The long-term goal is to raise awareness of the issues that transcend borders, towns, and streets.
- Xtreme Jesus”, presented by Rev. Greg Ott (Event Planning Team, Pastoral Advisor)
- An exploration of new ways to bring people into an active relationship with Jesus Christ.
- An exploration of new ways to bring people into an active relationship with Jesus Christ.
- ”ARK for Christian Parents”, presented by Dr. B. Glenn Wilkerson (Founder & President of The ARK Group, Inc.)
- The ARK Program is a breakthrough parenting and teaching skills course created and presented by The ARK Group, Inc. “Adults Relating to Kids” teaches an adult to relate to kids in caring, supportive ways that enable youngsters to feel valued and loved and that elevate children’s self-esteem.
- The ARK Program is a breakthrough parenting and teaching skills course created and presented by The ARK Group, Inc. “Adults Relating to Kids” teaches an adult to relate to kids in caring, supportive ways that enable youngsters to feel valued and loved and that elevate children’s self-esteem.
- ”Male Bonding: Finding Presence in Community”, presented by Rev. Dr. Bruce Dobyns (Event Planning Team, Secretary)
- Connecting with others is an important part of a man’s life both mentally and spiritually. When men don’t bond with others they are left with a painful void in their lives. If the church is about building relationships then we must provide opportunities for men to grow into more meaningful relationships with each other, with women and with Christ.
NOTE: this workshop will only be offered once in the afternoon.
- Connecting with others is an important part of a man’s life both mentally and spiritually. When men don’t bond with others they are left with a painful void in their lives. If the church is about building relationships then we must provide opportunities for men to grow into more meaningful relationships with each other, with women and with Christ.