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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Regional Evangelism Training
DESCRIPTION:About this Event:\nThis one-day evangelism training opportunity will help you learn how to effectively communicate the gospel\, start spiritual conversations in everyday life\, and answer common questions regarding the faith. Cost $15 lunch included. For more information contact Kevin@permeateevangelism.com \nWho’s Invited:\nAnyone who desires to grow in their evangelism skills! \nDates and Times:\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nLocation:\nPittsburgh Baptist Church\n3100 Pioneer Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA. 15226 \nCost:\n$15 lunch included \nRegister:\nRegister here. \nFor more information contact Kevin@permeateevangelism.com
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/pittsburgh-regional-evangelism-training/
LOCATION:Pittsburgh Baptist Church\, 3100 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15226\, United States
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SUMMARY:Deacons' Training
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL OPS IN SERVICE \nFeaturing four biblical essentials for ‘Deacons on Purpose’ as taught by Dr. Ryan Day of Wrightsdale Baptist Church \nAbout the Training:\n \nFeaturing A Deacon on Purpose\, written by Dr. Tony Wolfe \nA healthy deacon body is critical to the overall health of the church. When deacons serve biblically\, they advance the cause of Christ; when they do not\, they hinder it. A Deacon On Purpose outlines four essential commitments every deacon must make to serve Jesus’s church well\, in concert with biblical teaching. 1) Lead by Example. The deacon is the lead servant in the local church. He should strategically leverage relational influence to model faithful Christian living and service in the body of Christ. 2) Serve the People. A deacon who is above the people is below the office. The primary function of the office is to serve Christ’s people with an open heart and open hands. 3) Support the Pastor and Staff. Deacons are an extension of the pastor’s long arm of ministry. The two offices must work in concert with one another if either is to be effective. 4) Protect the Peace. Other than the gospel itself\, unity is the most precious thing a church can possess. Deacons must cultivate and guard peace with careful intentionality.  These four sessions are primarily derived from Acts 6:1-7\, a passage widely understood to have laid the foundation for the office of deacon in the local New Testament church. \n \nPresenter:\nDr. Ryan Day\, Lead Pastor of Wrightsdale Baptist Church\, Peach Bottom\, Pa.\nDR. RYAN DAY\, a native of Westminster\, Maryland\, came to Wrightsdale Baptist Church as Lead Pastor in 2020. Prior to Wrightsdale\, he served at Grace Baptist Church in Hazleton\, Pennysylvania for twenty years. Ryan is a 1998 graduate of Baptist Bible College (now Clarks Summit University) and 2005 graduate of Baptist Bible Seminary. He also holds a doctor of ministry degree from Baptist Bible Seminary. When he’s not ministering at the church\, enjoying time with his family\, or making plans for the next trip to Ocean City\, Maryland\, Ryan enjoys presidential biographies\, the Baltimore Ravens\, and playing guitar in praise and worship settings. He loves Lancaster County and is excited about “Accelerating Kingdom Movement” within the BRN. Ryan is married to Heather\, and they have five sons and one daughter. \n\n\nAbout the Materials:\n \nWho’s Invited:\nPastors\, current deacons\, and prospective deacons \nDates/Locations:\nChoose the location nearest you! \n\nSaturday\, April 11\, 9:30am – 12:30pm: BRN Training Center\, Harrisburg (4620 Fritchey St.\, Harrisburg\, PA 17109)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 9:30am – 12:30pm: Keystone Montgomeryville Warehouse (506 Stump Rd\, Montgomeryville\, Pa.)\nSaturday\, June 20\, 9:30am – 12:30pm: Rolling Hills Church (120 Gernert Dr\, Verona\, PA 15147)\n\nCost:\n$20 per person (covers lunch and materials) \nRegistration:\nClick here to register \nQuestions?\nContact Dr. Ryan Day at ryan@wrightsdale.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/deacons-training-2/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
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SUMMARY:Abuse Prevention & Response Training for Ministry Leaders
DESCRIPTION:About this Event:\nChurches are called to be places of safety\, healing\, and hope—especially for children\, youth\, and other vulnerable people in our care. Tragically\, abuse can and does occur in ministry settings when safeguards are weak or missing. \nThis half-day training will help pastors and ministry leaders understand what abuse is\, how it impacts individuals and church communities\, and how your church can put wise safeguards and response plans in place. Together we’ll learn from practitioners in abuse prevention\, law\, and law enforcement\, and we’ll highlight resources available through the SBC’s Abuse Prevention & Response work. \nWho’s Invited?:\n\nSenior/lead pastors and elders\nExecutive pastors\, administrators\, and office managers\nNursery\, children’s\, youth\, and college ministry leaders\nSpecial needs ministry leaders\nBiblical counselors and care ministry team members\nAny church leader involved in screening\, training\, or supervising volunteers and staff\n\nDate/Time:\nApril 30\, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. CDT \nLocation:\nNashville First Baptist Church:\n108 7th Ave. S.\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \nLearn more about this location here. \nSpeakers:\n\nJeff Dalrymple\, Director of Abuse Prevention & Response at the SBC Executive Committee\nDani Bryson\, Assistant District Attorney\nMatt Espanshade\, Executive Pastor at The Journey Church in Lebanon\, TN\n\nHave Questions?\nLearn more here. \nRegister:\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/abuse-prevention-response-training-for-ministry-leaders/
LOCATION:Nashville First Baptist Church\, 108 7th Ave. S.\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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SUMMARY:D-Life Training (Harvest Community Church\, Corry)
DESCRIPTION:Living the D-Life means living a life of disciple-making. Think about it. What if you could successfully equip and empower everyone in your ministry for a lifestyle of disciple-making? What if everyone embraced disciple-making as a way of life instead of a program of the church? What if believers all over the world started living out their supreme purpose in life and started making disciples just like Jesus? This would be a game-changer! \nWho’s Invited:\nChurch leaders and members at Harvest Community Church\, Corry \nDate/Time:\nApril 25\, 2026\, 10 a.m. – 2:30  p.m. \nLocation:\nHarvest Community Church\n627 Worth St\nCorry\, PA 16407 \nFacilitator:\nDavid Ludwig\, Director of Discipleship and Leadership Development\nAs director of discipleship and leadership development for the Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania/South Jersey\, David Ludwig is passionate about disciple-making and equipping pastors and leaders to develop healthy\, disciple-making churches. David is also a Certified Leadership Coach and has coached pastors\, church planters\, and other leaders across our network\, helping them to discover solutions to the challenges they were facing. He holds a Master of Arts degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville\, Kentucky; and a Bachelor of Science degree in religion from Liberty University\, in Lynchburg\, Virginia. \nRegister:\nRegister here. (Note: Registration is for Harvest Community Church members only.) \nLearn More:\nTo learn more\, contact David Ludwig at davidl@brnunited.org
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/d-life-training-harvest-community-church-corry/
LOCATION:Harvest Community Church-Corry\, 627 Worth St\, Corry\, PA\, 16407\, United States
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SUMMARY:Light Lab: Illumination Station VBS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nThis is a one-day workshop designed for leaders\, volunteers\, and pastors who  specifically serve with their church’s VBS. It will serve your whole VBS team by providing a time of training\, discussion\, resources\, and insights from our BRN VBS Consultant Christy Kraus. This springtime training will focus specifically on equipping VBS volunteers in Lifeway’s Illumination Station curriculum. This content is designed to encourage kids to shine bright for Jesus in a dark world and teach them about who He really is. During VBS kids will explore all the ways light brightens\, illuminates\, reflects\, and reveals. \nWho’s Invited:\nVBS coordinators\, kids’ ministry directors/leaders\, volunteers\, pastors\, and anyone involved in VBS at their local church \nDate/Time:\nApril 25\, 9:00 a.m \nLocation:\nBRN Training Center (BRN Hub) in Harrisburg \nFacilitator: Christy Kraus\, BRN VBS Consultant + Kids’ Ministry Director\, Wrightsdale Baptist Church\nChristy Kraus is a dedicated and passionate leader in ministries that impact the next generation. Christy has spent over twenty years serving in student and kids ministries. Married to her husband\, Rob\, for 24 years\, Christy is a proud mother of two adult children\, whom she loves immensely. \nIn her role as the Kids’ Ministry Director at Wrightsdale Baptist Church in Peach Bottom\, Pa.\, which she has held for the past two years\, Christy focuses on children from preschool through 5th grade. Christy believes that children’s ministry is a vital part of the church and is passionate about teaching kids while partnering with parents to help disciple their children. One of her favorite outreach events is Vacation Bible School (VBS)\, where she has witnessed lives transformed by the gospel of Jesus. \n\nBreakout Speaker: Kris Buchman\, Kids & Youth Ministry Consultant\, Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware\n\nKris Buckman is the Kids & Youth Missionary for the Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware\, serving churches by equipping leaders and strengthening next-generation ministries. With over 20 years of experience\, she brings practical insight\, creative ideas\, and a passion for helping churches make the most of moments like VBS. She loves helping leaders feel confident\, prepared\, and excited about the impact they’re making. \n  \n\nBreakout Speaker: Jen Gelert\, VBS Director\, East Shore Baptist Church\, Harrisburg\nJen Gelert has worked with children\, students\, and women for over 42 years. She is currently in her 9th year as VBS director at East Shore Baptist Church and serves on the Women’s Ministry Planning Team. She has taught VBX Pre-Teen Bible study (grades 5th/6th) for the San Diego Southern Baptist Association (SDSBA)\, the California Southern Baptist Convention\, and the Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania/South Jersey\, as well as Youth clinics for the SDSBA and VBS directors for the BRN. She believes VBS is the best evangelistic tool there is. “In one week\, you have multiple opportunities to share the gospel. It is exciting to see children and students I taught in VBS now participate as leaders as in VBS!” she says. \n\nProgram Schedule/Outline:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n8:30-9 a.m.\nDoors open\, continental breakfast served\n\n\n9:00-10:00 a.m.\nMain Session: “ One Light – One Mission”\n\n\n10:00-10:10 a.m.\nQ&A\n\n\n10:10-10:15 a.m.\nBreak\n\n\n10:15-11:00 a.m.\n Breakout Sessions:\n\n\n\n\n\nFor Directors Only: “Promotion\, Follow Up and Beyond” with Kris Buckman\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Shining A Light in Every Rotation” with Christy Kraus\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“VBS: Engaging 5th-6th Grades” with Jen Gelert\n\n\n\n\n11:00-11:05 a.m.\n Break\n\n\n11:05-11:10 a.m.\n Grand Prize Giveaway\n\n\n11:10 -11:30 a.m.\n Shine Together: A VBS Prayer Experience\n\n\n11:30-12 p.m.\n Final Thoughts\n\n\n\nCost:\nFree! \nRegister:\nOnline Registration is closed. Feel free to register at the door. \nQuestions?\nContact Christy at ChristyK@brnunited.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/light-lab-vbs-workshop/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
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SUMMARY:Deacons' Training
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL OPS IN SERVICE \nFeaturing four biblical essentials for ‘Deacons on Purpose’ as taught by Dr. Ryan Day of Wrightsdale Baptist Church \nAbout the Training:\n \nFeaturing A Deacon on Purpose\, written by Dr. Tony Wolfe \nA healthy deacon body is critical to the overall health of the church. When deacons serve biblically\, they advance the cause of Christ; when they do not\, they hinder it. A Deacon On Purpose outlines four essential commitments every deacon must make to serve Jesus’s church well\, in concert with biblical teaching. 1) Lead by Example. The deacon is the lead servant in the local church. He should strategically leverage relational influence to model faithful Christian living and service in the body of Christ. 2) Serve the People. A deacon who is above the people is below the office. The primary function of the office is to serve Christ’s people with an open heart and open hands. 3) Support the Pastor and Staff. Deacons are an extension of the pastor’s long arm of ministry. The two offices must work in concert with one another if either is to be effective. 4) Protect the Peace. Other than the gospel itself\, unity is the most precious thing a church can possess. Deacons must cultivate and guard peace with careful intentionality.  These four sessions are primarily derived from Acts 6:1-7\, a passage widely understood to have laid the foundation for the office of deacon in the local New Testament church. \n \nPresenter:\nDr. Ryan Day\, Lead Pastor of Wrightsdale Baptist Church\, Peach Bottom\, Pa.\nDR. RYAN DAY\, a native of Westminster\, Maryland\, came to Wrightsdale Baptist Church as Lead Pastor in 2020. Prior to Wrightsdale\, he served at Grace Baptist Church in Hazleton\, Pennysylvania for twenty years. Ryan is a 1998 graduate of Baptist Bible College (now Clarks Summit University) and 2005 graduate of Baptist Bible Seminary. He also holds a doctor of ministry degree from Baptist Bible Seminary. When he’s not ministering at the church\, enjoying time with his family\, or making plans for the next trip to Ocean City\, Maryland\, Ryan enjoys presidential biographies\, the Baltimore Ravens\, and playing guitar in praise and worship settings. He loves Lancaster County and is excited about “Accelerating Kingdom Movement” within the BRN. Ryan is married to Heather\, and they have five sons and one daughter. \n\n\nAbout the Materials:\n \nWho’s Invited:\nPastors\, current deacons\, and prospective deacons \nDates/Locations:\nChoose the location nearest you! \n\nSaturday\, April 11\, 9:30am – 12:30pm: BRN Training Center\, Harrisburg (4620 Fritchey St.\, Harrisburg\, PA 17109)\nSaturday\, May 2\, 9:30am – 12:30pm: Keystone Montgomeryville Warehouse (506 Stump Rd\, Montgomeryville\, Pa.)\nSaturday\, June 20\, 9:30am – 12:30pm: Rolling Hills Church (120 Gernert Dr\, Verona\, PA 15147)\n\nCost:\n$20 per person (covers lunch and materials) \nRegistration:\nClick here to register \nQuestions?\nContact Dr. Ryan Day at ryan@wrightsdale.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/deacons-training-2/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Advanced Disaster Relief Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Training:\nSouthern Baptist Disaster Relief is one of the top disaster response organizations in the world because we are able to quickly deploy well trained and experienced volunteers to the point of need and provide logistical support for them. Many disaster relief organizations serve only a humanitarian purpose\, but that is not us. We are compelled by Christ’s love for all mankind AND his desire that no one should perish. We keep our focus by nurturing our individual relationship with Jesus Christ in the context of a local body of believers who recognize and call out our giftedness in service to God and our neighbors. This advanced training provides the skills necessary for this deployment. \nWho’s Invited:\nCurrent and new disaster relief volunteers \nDate/Time:\nApril 10-11\, 2026 \nLocation:\nGrace Baptist Church\n607 East Washington St.\nNew Bethlehem\, PA 16242 \nInstructor: Kenton Hunt\, PA/SJ Director of Disaster Relief\nKenton Hunt\, former pastor at First Southern Baptist Church\, Williamsport\, Pennsylvania\, has served as the PA/SJ Director of Disaster Relief since Jan. 2016. Before then\, he served as a Southern Baptist Disaster Relief volunteer since 1996. Kenton has been active in the Lycoming County Long Term Flood Recovery Committee; the Pennsylvania Feeding Taskforce and the New Jersey Mass Feeding Taskforce; the Recovery Committee and the Manual Revision Committee of Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (SBDR)\, and PA Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). Kenton holds a master of divinity degree in church music from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\, Louisville\, Kentucky\, and a bachelor of church music degree from Shorter College\, Rome\, Georgia. \n\n\nPrerequisite Training:\nDisaster Relief 101 is the prerequisite for this training. It can be found online at brnunited.org/courses and includes the completion of the registration form\, a place to submit background checks\, and submission of the new volunteer registration fee ($25). If you are already badged\, you have completed this requirement but may need to renew your background checks. \nAreas of Focus:\nAdvanced Disaster Relief Training is hands-on\, on-site follow-up to the basic online Disaster Relief training. This training will include Disasters & Disciple-Making\, Mass Feeding\, Chainsaw\, Chaplaincy\, Assessment\, and Shower/Laundry. \nCourse Descriptions:\nClick here to view course descriptions \nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday:\n\n\n\n1:00 p.m.\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 1)\n\n\n5:30 p.m.\nCheck-In\n\n\n6:00 – 6:50 p.m.\nIntro Review & OSFA\n\n\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 2)\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nShower/Laundry\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nFlood Recovery 201\n\n\nSaturday:\n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 a.m.\nCheck-In/Devotions\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 3)\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nMass Feeding 201- Set-Up/Cooking\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nChainsaw 101\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nAssessment (pt 1)\n\n\nNoon-12:30\n Lunch\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 4)\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nChainsaw 201\, 301\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nMass Feeding 201- Demob\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nAssessment (pt 2)\n\n\n\nCost:\n$10 \nRegister:\nClick here to register \nDownload Promotional Materials:\nPromotional Slide \nSchedule / Bulletin Insert \nQuestions?\nContact Kenton at kentonh@brnunited.org. \n\nAdditional Advanced Training Date/Location:\nMarch 27-28\, Bucks County Community Church\, Langhorne\, PA 19047 \n*Feeding *Flood Recovery *Chainsaw *Shower/Laundry *Assessment \nRegister for this training here
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LOCATION:Grace Baptist Church\, 607 East Washington St.\, New Bethlehem\, PA\, 16242\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Advanced Disaster Relief Training
DESCRIPTION:About the Training:\nSouthern Baptist Disaster Relief is one of the top disaster response organizations in the world because we are able to quickly deploy well trained and experienced volunteers to the point of need and provide logistical support for them. Many disaster relief organizations serve only a humanitarian purpose\, but that is not us. We are compelled by Christ’s love for all mankind AND his desire that no one should perish. We keep our focus by nurturing our individual relationship with Jesus Christ in the context of a local body of believers who recognize and call out our giftedness in service to God and our neighbors. This advanced training provides the skills necessary for this deployment. \nWho’s Invited:\nCurrent and new disaster relief volunteers \nDate/Time:\nMarch 27-28\, 2026 \nLocation:\nBucks County Community Church\n1249 W Maple Ave\nLanghorne\, PA 19047 \nInstructor: Kenton Hunt\, PA/SJ Director of Disaster Relief\nKenton Hunt\, former pastor at First Southern Baptist Church\, Williamsport\, Pennsylvania\, has served as the PA/SJ Director of Disaster Relief since Jan. 2016. Before then\, he served as a Southern Baptist Disaster Relief volunteer since 1996. Kenton has been active in the Lycoming County Long Term Flood Recovery Committee; the Pennsylvania Feeding Taskforce and the New Jersey Mass Feeding Taskforce; the Recovery Committee and the Manual Revision Committee of Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (SBDR)\, and PA Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). Kenton holds a master of divinity degree in church music from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\, Louisville\, Kentucky\, and a bachelor of church music degree from Shorter College\, Rome\, Georgia. \n\n\nPrerequisite Training:\nDisaster Relief 101 is the prerequisite for this training. It can be found online at brnunited.org/courses and includes the completion of the registration form\, a place to submit background checks\, and submission of the new volunteer registration fee ($25). If you are already badged\, you have completed this requirement but may need to renew your background checks. \nAreas of Focus:\nAdvanced Disaster Relief Training is hands-on\, on-site follow-up to the basic online Disaster Relief training. This training will focus on Disasters & Disciple-Making\, Mass Feeding\, Chainsaw\, Chaplaincy\, Assessment\, and Shower/Laundry. \nCourse Descriptions:\nClick here to view course descriptions \nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday:\n\n\n\n 5:30 p.m.\nCheck-In\n\n\n6:00 – 6:50 p.m.\nIntro Review & OSFA\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nShower/Laundry\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nFlood Recovery 201\n\n\nSaturday:\n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 a.m.\nCheck-In/Devotions\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nMass Feeding 201- Set-Up/Cooking\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nChainsaw 101\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nAssessment (pt 1)\n\n\nNoon-12:30\nLunch\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nMass Feeding 201- Demob\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nChainsaw 201\, 301\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nAssessment (pt 2)\n\n\n\nYou may overnight at the church. Bring a sleeping bag or air mattress (you’ll sleep on what you bring) and personal items. \nCost:\n$10 \nRegister:\nClick here to register \nDownload Promotional Materials:\nPromotional Slide \nBulletin Insert \nQuestions?\nContact Kenton at kentonh@brnunited.org. \n\nAdditional Advanced Training Date/Location:\nApril 10-11\, Grace Baptist Church\, New Bethlehem\, Pa. \n *Feeding *Flood Recovery *Chainsaw *Shower/Laundry *Assessment \nRegister for this training here
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2026-advanced-disaster-relief-training/
LOCATION:Bucks County Community Church\, 1249 W. Maple Ave.\, Langhorne\, PA\, 19047\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
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SUMMARY:Safer Churches Event
DESCRIPTION:About this Event:\nJoin us for this workshop that will equip leaders to create safer ministry environments and respond biblically when abuse occurs. \nAs believers\, we have a higher calling than the world to protect the vulnerable. As such\, 0ur commitment to abuse prevention should be fueled by our Christian worldview. We must take seriously the stewardship responsibility that we have been given over those in our care. \nThis gathering will offer essential insights and practical guidance for: \n\nPastors and ministry leaders seeking to strengthen their church’s safety culture\nWomen’s Missionary Union (WMU) and Women’s Ministry Leaders dedicated to caring for and protecting women and families\nAssociational Mission Strategists (AMS) and associational leaders building accountability and support structures for churches\nUniversity and Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) leaders shaping campus ministries with integrity and safety\n\n\n\n\nWho’s Invited?\n\n\n\nPastors\, ministry leaders\, WMU and women’s ministry leaders\, associational mission strategists\, and university and Baptist Collegiate Ministry leaders. \nDate/Time:\nThursday\, March 5\, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nChrist Covenant Church\, Atlanta\, GA \nChrist Covenant Church:\n221 Armour Dr NE\, Atlanta\, GA 30324 \nLearn more about this meeting location here. \nSpeakers:\n\nDr. Jeff Iorg\, President/CEO of the SBC Executive Committee\nJeff Dalrymple\, Director of Abuse Prevention & Response at the SBC Executive Committee\nSandy Wisdom-Martin\, Executive Director-Treasurer for national WMU\nJulie Lowe\, Former Faculty Member at the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation\nJason Dees\, Senior Pastor at Christ Covenant Buckhead in Atlanta\, GA\nAnd more!\n\nView a full list of speakers here. \nCost:\n$35 for non-members \nFree for ECAP members \nHave Questions?\nPlease visit the Safer Churches website for further information or FAQs. \nRegister:\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/safer-churches-event/
LOCATION:Christ Covenant Church\, 221 Armour Dr. NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference/Seminar,Training/Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
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SUMMARY:Leadership Advance
DESCRIPTION:About the Event:\nLeadership Advance is a three day interactive conference experience hosted by Calvary Church that helps you discover how you are uniquely created and purposefully called. Whatever your season of life\, age\, or career\, Leadership Advance has something for you! Additionally\, Leadership Advance provides a unique opportunity to set aside a weekend to get away from the noise and busyness of our normal lives to allow God to speak to us about how He’s actively shaping us to accomplish His good purposes in and through our lives. \nWho’s Invited?\nHigh School Seniors to Retirees \nDate/Time:\nFriday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 1 (specific times given upon registration) \nLodging:\nDetails available upon registration or by emailing leadershipadvance@calvarysc.org. \nCost:\n$99 for High School seniors through College undergrads. This special pricing is for you! Use the code “STUDENT.” \n$159 for General Registration. Not enrolled as a student in high school or college? This pricing is for everyone else enrolled as a Jesus Apprentice! \nHave Questions?\nVisit the Leadership Advance Website or contact the Leadership Advance team at leadershipadvance@calvarysc.org. \nRegister:\nClick here to register. \n*Registration will close at end of day Monday\, February 16.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/leadership-advance/
LOCATION:Calvary Church-State College\, 201 Harvest Fields Drive\, Boalsburg\, PA\, 16827\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference/Seminar,Training/Workshop
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GEO:40.7719885;-77.7714474
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T151351Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Summer Missions Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop:\nThe Summer Missions Strategy workshop is an opportunity for you and a few of your key leaders to come and collaborate with one another as well as other churches on developing an intentional strategy to engage your community this summer. We will help you set a vision\, create a path\, and set some achievable outcomes that will both grow your church and reach the lost. \nWho’s Invited:\nBRN Churches & Partners’ Pastors & Leaders \nDate/Time:\nFebruary 19\, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. \nLocation:\nBRN Training Center (BRN Hub) \nPresenter: Buff McNickle\, BRN Director of Compassion Ministries & Partnership Development\nBuff McNickle\, a native of Mobile\, Ala.\, planted Grace Falls Church in the Atlantic County region of southern New Jersey\, where he and his core team ministered to those who suffer from substance abuse and homelessness\, dancers in the local adult entertainment industry\, school children\, soup kitchen workers\, and more. He has served in full-time ministry as a student pastor\, family pastor\, minister to singles and young adults\, and at the University of Mobile as director of student leadership and involvement. Buff and his wife Cissy are blessed to be the parents of three beautiful adopted children\, twin boys\, Jedidiah and Judah\, and Arabella. \n\nCost:\nFree \nRegister:\nClick here to register. \nQuestions?\nContact Buff at buff@brnunited.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2026-summer-missions-strategy-workshop/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
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SUMMARY:Next Gen Winter Campus Missionary Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:Campus missionaries and collegiate ministers serving across Pennsylvania/South Jersey are invited to an informative learning opportunity! On Friday\, January 23 to Saturday\, January 24\, the BRN Next Gen team will host a Campus Missionary Learning Community (CMLC) at the BRN Harrisburg Volunteer Mission House\, which will engage in helpful conversations relevant to next-gen ministry and reaching the campus for the sake of the Gospel. \nWho’s Invited:\nCollegiate missionaries\, church-based college pastors\, volunteer ministry leaders\, collegiate church planters\, and partnering churches committed to reaching college students \nDate/Time:\nJanuary 23\, noon\, to January 24\, noon \nLocation:\nHarrisburg Mission House (address below) \nSessions:\nThere will be three main content sessions (for those of you who can’t attend in person\,  Zoom links are available): \nBRN Next Information Session (Led by Jennifer Musser\, Associate Baptist Campus Missionary at Drexel)\nFriday\, January 23rd at 1:00 – 3:00 PM \nZoom Link: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/82567772492 \nThis session will be primarily for the BRN Next Campus Missionaries to go over logistical ministry details about 2026 Spring Break Mission Trips\, 2026 BRN Next Budget\, 2026 BRN Next Calendar dates and updates\, BRN Next Evangelism Grants etc. \nCreating an Evangelistic Culture (Led by Eric Reiber\, Baptist Campus Missionary at Penn State)\nFriday\, January 23rd at 3:00 – 5:00 PM \nZoom Link: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/82685669149 \nWe will explore how to make evangelism an intrinsic part of our ministry that saturates all that we do and not just another additional program that competes with all the other ministry programs for attention. (This session will be recorded and available for all of our BRN Church Partners.) \nTabling Collective 101 (Led by Brady Rennix\, Baptist Campus Missionary in Montgomery County – MontCo\, Chestnut Hill College\, Del Val\, Gwynedd Mercy)\nSaturday\, January 24th at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nZoom Link: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/84470386187  \nThis will be a workshop where we work through evangelism and outreach tools and strategies that our campus ministries have found useful in reaching young adults and the next generation. (This session will be recorded and available for all of our BRN Church Partners.) \nRegistration:\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/next-gen-winter-campus-missionary-learning-community-2/
LOCATION:Harrisburg Mission House\, 98 Holbrook Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Musser":MAILTO:nextgenministry@brnunited.org
GEO:40.3004075;-76.8143172
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
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SUMMARY:Campus Missionary Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:About the Event:\nCampus missionaries and collegiate ministers serving across Pennsylvania/South Jersey are invited to a virtual learning opportunity! Through Friday\, Sept. 26-Saturday\, Sept. 27\, the BRN Next Gen team will host a Campus Missionary Learning Community (CMLC)\, which will offer three distinct sessions over ZOOM that will engage in helpful conversations relevant to next gen ministry and reaching the campus for the sake of the Gospel. \nWho’s Invited:\nCampus Missionaries serving on campuses across Pennsylvania/South Jersey and Collegiate Pastors/Ministers who serve at a BRN affiliated church. \nDate/Time:\nSeptember 26-27\, 2025 \nSession Times Vary (see below) \nLocation:\nVirtual: ZOOM (see links below) \nCMLC Sessions:\nSession 1: BRN Next Gen Missionary Updates and Information\nPresenter:  \nJennifer Musser\, Drexel University BCM/BRN Executive Board Recording Secretary \n\nTopics to be Discussed:  \n\nAccelerate Conference\nAmplify Retreat\nWinter CMLC\nSpring Break Mission Trips\nNational Collegiate Summit 2026\nBRN Next Budget\nEvangelism Grant Updates\n\n*This conversation is designed for those connecting directly with BRN Next Gen Ministry. \nTarget Audience: \nBRN Campus Missionaries and Interns and BRN Partnered Church-Based Collegiate Leaders \nWhen: \nFriday\, Sept. 26\,  9:30 – 11:00 a.m. \nZoom Link for this Session \n\nSession 2: Student Leaders – Cultivating Your Greatest Resource\nPresenter: \nEric Reiber\, Penn State University Campus Missionary/BRN Next Gen Consultant \n\nTopics to be Discussed: \nIdentifying\, developing\, and deploying student leaders to engage their peers. \n*This conversation is designed for those leading campus and church based Christian student organizations and ministries. \nTarget Audience: \nBRN Campus Missionaries and Interns\, Church-Based Collegiate Leaders \nWhen: \nFriday\, Sept. 26\, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. \nZoom Link for this session \n\nSession 3: Who is Generation Alpha\nPresenter: Brian Musser\, BCM Director at Drexel University/BRN Next Gen Consultant \n\nTopics to be Discussed: \nUnderstanding this generation of students that are coming to campuses near you. \n*This conversation is designed for anyone connected with our churches that has an interest in understanding college students and young adults. \nTarget Audience: \nAnyone and everyone who is interested in reaching the Next Generation \nWhen: \nSaturday\, Sept. 27\, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. \n*This session will be recorded and made available afterwards through the BRN. \nZoom Link for this Session \nRegister:\nNo need to register for this event! Join any of the sessions you wish by using the Zoom link provided (see above) at the time of that particular session. \nQuestions?\nContact Brian Musser and Eric Reiber\, BRN Next Gen consultants\, at nextgenministry@brnunited.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/campus-missionary-learning-community/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000
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SUMMARY:Disaster Relief Blue Hat Training
DESCRIPTION:This Disaster Relief Blue Hat Training is leadership development for unit leaders in Region 3 of Southern Baptist Disaster Relief. \nThis event is invitation only for experienced disaster relief volunteers chosen by their state convention DR Directors to grow into unit leaders. A unit leader is the person designated to direct the overall daily operation of a disaster relief unit or team. \nWhat is the outcome?\nTo increase the capacity and capability of Region 3 to respond to disasters wherever they are needed. \n\n\n\nThe Southern Baptist Disaster Relief motto is “Serving Christ in Crisis.” A unit director is directly responsible for the smooth operation of his unit in such a way that the people around them will know that we serve a risen and living Savior. \nRegistration is by invitation only
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/disaster-relief-blue-hat-training/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
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SUMMARY:VBS Vision: Discovering the Magnified Journey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “VBS Vision: Discovering the Magnified Journey\,” a dynamic one-day training event designed for leaders and volunteers eager to elevate their Vacation Bible School (VBS) experience! \nIn this engaging session\, we will explore the essential steps for casting a vision for VBS and how to effectively begin planning this year’s program. Participants will receive an in-depth overview of Lifeway’s Magnified VBS\, uncovering its key themes and offerings. \nWhat to Expect:\n\nRenewed Vision: Gain fresh insights on how to inspire and engage your community through VBS.\nStrategic Planning: Learn practical steps for organizing a successful VBS\, from initial ideas to execution.\nVolunteer Recruitment: Discover effective strategies for recruiting and empowering key volunteers to support your VBS mission.\nComprehensive Overview: Get familiar with Lifeway’s Magnified VBS materials and resources to prepare for an impactful event.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned leader or new to VBS\, this training will equip you with the tools and inspiration needed to make this year’s VBS a memorable and transformative experience for all involved. Don’t miss this opportunity to magnify your impact! \nPresenter:\nChristy Kraus is a dedicated and passionate leader in ministries that impact the next generation. Christy has spent over twenty years serving in student and kids ministries. Married to her husband\, Rob\, for 24 years\, Christy is a proud mother of two adult children\, whom she loves immensely. \nIn her role as the Kids’ Ministry Director at Wrightsdale Baptist Church in Peach Bottom\, Pa.\, which she has held for the past two years\, Christy focuses on children from preschool through 5th grade. She has been blessed with a front-row seat as the ministry experienced significant growth in both attendance and volunteer engagement. She is continually impressed by the heart and commitment of the volunteers on the KidMin team and finds joy in seeing how God is using this team. \nChristy believes that children’s ministry is a vital part of the church and is passionate about teaching kids while partnering with parents to help disciple their children. One of her favorite outreach events is Vacation Bible School (VBS)\, where she has witnessed lives transformed by the gospel of Jesus. \nBefore joining the church staff\, she served as a Behavior Support Technician in local public schools\, serving children living with trauma and special needs. Her journey in education began by teaching for seven years and ultimately serving as the preschool director at a Christian school. \nChristy holds a certification in early childhood education and is currently completing her certification in children’s ministry. Her passion for making disciples drives her work\, and she is eager to serve churches\, families and children through VBS and beyond. \nWho’s Invited:\nVBS Directors\, Leaders\, and Volunteers \nDate/Location:\nSaturday\, April 26\, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\, at the BRN Training Center \nSchedule:\n10:00 – 10:10 Ice Breaker Activity\n10:10-10:30 Is It Worth It?\n10:30-10:40 Q&A\n10:40-10:45 Break\n10:45-11:05 Where Do We Begin?\n11:05-11:15 Q&A\n11:15-11:20 Break\n11:20-11:40 Magnified Overview\n11:40-11:50 Q&A\n11:50-12:00 Closing Remarks & Offer for Future Support \nCost:\nThis training is free! \nRegistration:\nClick here to register. \nHave Questions?\nContact Christy Kraus\, BRN VBS consultant\, at christyk@brnunited.org. \nHave you visited our VBS Swap Shop yet?\nYour VBS was a great hit! But now you are left with all of the decorations and extra supplies and no place to store them. What are you to do? Maybe you can share it with another BRN church who does not have access to the same materials? Or maybe you are a church in need of materials? Check it out here.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/vbs-training/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
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SUMMARY:Deacons' Training
DESCRIPTION:SPECIAL OPS IN SERVICE \n \nFeaturing four biblical essentials for ‘Deacons on Purpose’ as taught by Dr. Ryan Day of Wrightsdale Baptist Church \nAbout the Training:\n \nFeaturing A Deacon on Purpose\, written by Dr. Tony Wolfe \nA healthy deacon body is critical to the overall health of the church. When deacons serve biblically\, they advance the cause of Christ; when they do not\, they hinder it. A Deacon On Purpose outlines four essential commitments every deacon must make to serve Jesus’s church well\, in concert with biblical teaching. 1) Lead by Example. The deacon is the lead servant in the local church. He should strategically leverage relational influence to model faithful Christian living and service in the body of Christ. 2) Serve the People. A deacon who is above the people is below the office. The primary function of the office is to serve Christ’s people with an open heart and open hands. 3) Support the Pastor and Staff. Deacons are an extension of the pastor’s long arm of ministry. The two offices must work in concert with one another if either is to be effective. 4) Protect the Peace. Other than the gospel itself\, unity is the most precious thing a church can possess. Deacons must cultivate and guard peace with careful intentionality. These four purposes are primarily derived from Acts 6:1-7\, a passage widely understood to have laid the foundation for the office of deacon in the local New Testament church. \nPresenter:\nDr. Ryan Day\, Lead Pastor of Wrightsdale Baptist Church\, Peach Bottom\, Pa.\nDR. RYAN DAY\, a native of Westminster\, Maryland\, came to Wrightsdale Baptist Church as Lead Pastor in 2020. Prior to Wrightsdale\, he served at Grace Baptist Church in Hazleton\, Pennysylvania for twenty years. Ryan is a 1998 graduate of Baptist Bible College (now Clarks Summit University) and 2005 graduate of Baptist Bible Seminary. He also holds a doctor of ministry degree from Baptist Bible Seminary. When he’s not ministering at the church\, enjoying time with his family\, or making plans for the next trip to Ocean City\, Maryland\, Ryan enjoys presidential biographies\, the Baltimore Ravens\, and playing guitar in praise and worship settings. He loves Lancaster County and is excited about “Accelerating Kingdom Movement” within the BRN. Ryan is married to Heather\, and they have five sons and one daughter. \n\nWho’s Invited:\nPastors\, current deacons\, and prospective deacons \nDate/Location:\nSaturday\,  April 5\, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\, at the BRN Training Center \nCost:\n$20 per person (covers lunch and materials) \nRegistration:\nClick here to register \nQuestions?\nContact Dr. Larry Anderson at larrya@brnunited.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/deacons-training/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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SUMMARY:2025 Advanced Disaster Relief Training
DESCRIPTION:Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania / South Jersey\nAdvanced Disaster Relief Training 2025\nWhen:  April 4-5\, 2025\nWhere:  Cross Creek – Lehman\, 22 Outlet Rd.\, Dallas\, PA 18612\nFee: $10.00\nADVANCED DR TRAINING SCHEDULE:\nFriday: \n\n\n\n1 p.m.\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 1)\n\n\n5:30 p.m.\nCheck-In\n\n\n6:00 – 6:50 p.m.\nIntro Review & OSFA\n\n\n6:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 2)\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nShower/Laundry\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nFlood Recovery 201\n\n\n\nSaturday: \n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 a.m.\nCheck-In/Devotions\n\n\n8:00 – noon\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 3)\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nMass Feeding 201 Set-Up/Cooking\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nChainsaw 101\n\n\nNoon-12:30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nChaplaincy 201 (pt 4)\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nChainsaw 201\, 301\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nMass Feeding 201- Demob\n\n\n\nYou may overnight at the church. Bring a sleeping bag or air mattress (you’ll sleep on what you bring) and personal items. \nDisaster Relief 101 is the prerequisite for this training. It can be found online at brnunited.org/courses and includes the completion of the registration form\, a place to submit background checks\, and submission of the new volunteer registration fee ($25). If you are already badged\, you have completed this requirement but may need to renew your background checks. \n\nAdditional Advanced Training Date/Location:\nMarch 20-21 Country & Town Baptist Church\, 20 Gettysburg Pike\, Mechanicsburg\, PA 17055\nFeaturing: *Feeding *Flood Recovery *Shower/Laundry *Assessment \nRegister for this training here. \n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS:\nClick here to view course descriptions \nREGISTER:\nClick here to register for April 4-5 Training \nDOWNLOAD PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS:\nPromotional Slide \nBulletin Insert
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2025-advanced-disaster-relief-training-2/
LOCATION:Cross Creek Lehman\, 22 Outlet Road\, Dallas\, PA\, 18612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kenton Hunt":MAILTO:kentonh@brnunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20250227T070300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T070648Z
UID:32397-1743670800-1743694200@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:Church Mental Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:Zion Church of Clarion County in Clarion\, Pa.\, is hosting a Church Mental Health Summit on April 3\, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pastors\, church leaders\, and individuals are invited to join ministry leaders and human service agencies from across Clarion County and be equipped to better support the mental health of leaders\, churches\, and the community. \n\nThis year’s summit will feature live\, local speakers throughout the day. This including special guest author John Andrew Bryant\, whose book\, A Quiet Mind to Suffer With\, walks readers through his own mental health journey with OCD.Guests will also have opportunities to learn\, network\, and collaborate with pastors\, member care providers\, ministry leaders\, and clinicians on faith and mental health. \nRegistration is $20 and includes lunch. \nRegister Learn More
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/church-mental-health-summit-2/
LOCATION:Zion Church\, 114 Zion Rd.\, Clarion\, 16214\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zion Church":MAILTO:info@zionlife.com
GEO:41.1491904;-79.4017205
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Zion Church 114 Zion Rd. Clarion 16214 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=114 Zion Rd.:geo:-79.4017205,41.1491904
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20250124T191637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T181521Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Advanced Disaster Relief Training
DESCRIPTION:Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania / South Jersey\nAdvanced Disaster Relief Training 2025\nWhen:   March 21-22\, 2025\nWhere:  Country & Town Baptist Church\, 220 Gettysburg Pike\, Mechanicsburg\, PA 17055\nFee: $10.00\nADVANCED DR TRAINING SCHEDULE:\nFriday: \n\n\n\n5:30 p.m.\nCheck-In\n\n\n6:00 – 6:50 p.m.\nIntro Review & OSFA\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nShower/Laundry\n\n\n7:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nFlood Recovery 201\n\n\n\nSaturday: \n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 a.m.\nCheck-In/Devotions\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nMass Feeding 201 Set-Up/Cooking\n\n\n8:00 – Noon\nAssessment (pt 1)\n\n\nNoon-12:30 p.m.\nLunch\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nMass Feeding 201- Demob\n\n\n12:30 – 4:00 p.m.\nAssessment (pt 2)\n\n\n\nYou may overnight at the church. Bring a sleeping bag or air mattress (you’ll sleep on what you bring) and personal items. \nDisaster Relief 101 is the prerequisite for this training. It can be found online at brnunited.org/courses and includes the completion of the registration form\, a place to submit background checks\, and submission of the new volunteer registration fee ($25). If you are already badged\, you have completed this requirement but may need to renew your background checks. \n\nAdditional Advanced Training Date/Location:\nApril 4-5\, Cross Creek – Lehman\, 22 Outlet Rd.\, Dallas\, PA 18612\nFeaturing *Chaplaincy *Feeding *Flood Recovery *Chainsaw *Shower/Laundry \nRegister for this training here. \n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTIONS:\nClick here to view 2025 course descriptions \nREGISTER:\nClick here to register for March 21-22 Training \nDOWNLOAD PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS:\nPromotional Slide \nBulletin Insert
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2025-advanced-disaster-relief-training-1/
LOCATION:Country & Town Baptist Church\, 220 Gettysburg Pike\, Mechanicsburg\, PA\, 17055-5613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kenton Hunt":MAILTO:kentonh@brnunited.org
GEO:40.1801267;-76.991177
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20250123T003101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T011856Z
UID:31900-1740043800-1740067200@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:Summer Strategy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What is your strategy for your church this summer? Do you have one? Imagine what could happen in your church and your community this summer if you developed a plan that would get your church engaged connecting your community to Christ in some new and exciting ways? What could happen in your church if they confidently served your community and saw families come to Christ? \n \nThe Baptist Resource Network is here to help you start planning your summer outreach now! This is why we would like to work with you and a couple leaders from your church to develop a strategy to reach your community for Christ this summer using a simple model we have tested and developed but is customizable for any size church who has a sincere desire to see the Gospel planted in their community. \nThe Baptist Resource Network can help you establish visionary goals\, break them down into smaller achievable steps\, and help your church leaders move in the same direction while consistently making progress toward your vision. We can offer grants and other resources to help support the vision\, and we can pray for you\, cheer for you\, and celebrate all that God does through you. \nParticipants will walk away with a detailed plan! Let’s accelerate Kingdom movement. Let’s love PA/SJ. Let’s start now!
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/summer-strategy-workshop/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buff McNickle":MAILTO:buff@brnunited.org
GEO:40.3011138;-76.813605
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BRN HUB 4620 Fritchey Street Harrisburg PA 17109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4620 Fritchey Street:geo:-76.813605,40.3011138
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20241212T203350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T151732Z
UID:31118-1738324800-1738411200@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:Next Gen Winter Campus Missionary Learning Community
DESCRIPTION:The Winter Campus Missionary Learning Community (CMLC) is a training and fellowship opportunity that will be hosted by the BRN Next Gen team\, Jan. 31 – Feb. 1 at the BRN Volunteer Missions House in Harrisburg\, Pa. \nThis collaborative time will allow all persons working to impact lostness and invest in leadership development with collegians\, young adults and youth\, the opportunity to network\, be equipped\, and challenged to improve their serve as ministers and missionaries of the Gospel. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/next-gen-winter-campus-missionary-learning-community/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baptist Resource Network":MAILTO:helpdesk@brnunited.org
GEO:40.3011138;-76.813605
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BRN HUB 4620 Fritchey Street Harrisburg PA 17109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4620 Fritchey Street:geo:-76.813605,40.3011138
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240812T171022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T171152Z
UID:29234-1728122400-1728140400@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:Mental Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Stewartstown Baptist Church in Stewartstown\, Pennsylvania\, is hosting a free Mental Health Workshop on Saturday\, Oct. 5\, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m.\, with limited seating. \nThis special workshop will be led by Pamela M. Ammons\, MABC\, BCCC and allow participants to engage in an open conversation about God and their mental health. Those attending will explore answers to questions such as: \n\nWhy is taking care of our minds important? (Mark 12:30-31)\nHow crisis\, fear\, or trauma affects our brains; where does God come in?\nHow do I seek God when I am anxious and depressed?\nCan God be close to me if I have thoughts of suicide?\n\nThe workshop will also include a Q&A opportunity with Pamela Ammons as well as lunch. Those interested can learn more by emailing office@stewbaptist.org or visiting stewbaptist.org. \n*Due to the topics of discussion\, attendance isrestricted to participants over the age of 14. \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/mental-health-workshop/
LOCATION:Stewartstown Baptist Church\, 5 Forks Road\, Stewartstown\, PA\, 17363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stewartstown Baptist Church":MAILTO:office@stewbaptist.org
GEO:39.7575385;-76.6183739
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Stewartstown Baptist Church 5 Forks Road Stewartstown PA 17363 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Forks Road:geo:-76.6183739,39.7575385
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240705T161226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T161226Z
UID:28065-1725705000-1725715800@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:NAMB Multiethnic Evangelism Training
DESCRIPTION:The North American Mission Board (NAMB) recently launched a new Evangelism Kit\, available in both English and Spanish. In conjunction with the kit release\, NAMB is excited to announce an upcoming Multiethnic Evangelism Training at Bible Church International in Randolph\, New Jersey\, on Sept. 7 from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nNAMB understands the significant pressures pastors face\, especially those who serve bivocationally\, balancing their employment with pastoral responsibilities. Recognizing that many pastors manage their pastoral duties alongside other vocations\, they have scheduled the training on a Saturday to fit your availability better. \nPastors\, pastoral staff\, and ministry leaders are invited to register and invite their pastoral staff\, ministry leaders\, and fellow pastors to benefit from the training. Participation is free\, but individual registration is required. Attendees will enjoy a catered hot meal and receive an Evangelism Kit. \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/namb-multiethnic-evangelism-training/
LOCATION:Bible Church International\, New Jersey 10\, Randolph\, NJ\, 07869\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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GEO:40.8584731;-74.5939708
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Bible Church International New Jersey 10 Randolph NJ 07869 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=New Jersey 10:geo:-74.5939708,40.8584731
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240725T192046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T004240Z
UID:28974-1724763600-1724943600@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:Disciple Making/Church Planting Movement Cohort at Restored Church
DESCRIPTION:Restored Church in Wilkes Barre\, Pennsylvania\, is equipping pastors and leaders to multiply disciple makers\, leaders\, and churches to the 4th Generation through The Timothy Initiative (TTI). \nThey recently hosted a TTI Vision Cast with pastors from around the country\, and Pastor Tim Walker is excited to launch a new disciple-making/church planting movement cohort for pastors and leaders in August. If after a conversation with Pastor Tim you think that you and your church would benefit from this cohort or The Timothy Initiative\, Restored welcomes you to participate in a two-day training\, which will take place Aug. 27 – 29 at Restored Church. \nIf you are interested in learning more about TTI and possibly joining this cohort\, email Pastor Tim Walker at tim@restoredchurch.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/disciple-making-church-planting-movement-cohort-at-restored-church/
LOCATION:Restored Church\, 74 South Meade Street\, Wilkes-Barre\, PA\, 18702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Restored Church":MAILTO:tim@restoredchurch.org
GEO:41.2357138;-75.875485
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Restored Church 74 South Meade Street Wilkes-Barre PA 18702 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=74 South Meade Street:geo:-75.875485,41.2357138
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240425T172653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T172733Z
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SUMMARY:D-Life Bootcamp: PLAID Community Church
DESCRIPTION:The Return to Christ-Like Disciple-Making—It’s not a program; it’s a lifestyle.\nA D-Life Workshop based on the work of Bill Wilks (Founder of D-Life & Author of “The Greater Work”)\nwww.livethedlife.com \nTwo-thousand years ago\, by the Sea of Galilee\, Jesus launched a movement that forever changed the course of history. It’s time to reignite this movement. For Jesus and the early church\, disciple-making was not a program. It was a lifestyle. It as the one main thing Jesus taught them to do. With no buildings or budgets\, the early church grew rapidly because it knew how to make disciples who make disciples. Plan and simple\, the early church was a grassroots disciple-making movement. If the church today wants to reestablish itself as a powerful force on earth for the gospel of Christ\, it must return to this movement. The key to global evangelism is not the megachurch\, but the many churches of all sizes willing to rekindle the flames of a once powerful disciple-making movement. In this session\, we will unpack the core principle of this movement and how to rekindle it in your ministry. \nDAVID LUDWIG BIO\nDavid Ludwig\nAs Associate Director of Church Health and Discipleship for the Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania/South Jersey\, David Ludwig is passionate about disciple-making and equipping pastors and leaders to develop healthy\, disciple-making churches. He holds a Master of Arts degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville\, Kentucky; and a Bachelor of Science degree in religion from Liberty University\, in Lynchburg\, Virginia. \nThis event is for PLAID Community Church in Pittston\, Pa.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/d-life-bootcamp-plaid-community-church/
LOCATION:Plaid Community Church\, 1575 River Road\, Pittston\, PA\, 18640
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Ludwig":MAILTO:davidl@brnunited.org
GEO:41.3051371;-75.8255822
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240426T180643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T135854Z
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SUMMARY:Small-Church Ministry Expert Karl Vaters to speak
DESCRIPTION:Karl Vaters is the author of five books\, including the brand-new De-Sizing the Church: How Church Growth Became a Science\, Then an Obsession\, and What’s Next. \nKarl’s other books are: \n\nThe Church Recovery Guide: How Your Congregation Can Adapt and Thrive after a Crisis\n100 Days to a Healthier Church: A Step-By-Step Guide for Pastors and Leadership Teams\nSmall Church Essentials: Field-Tested Principles for Leading a Healthy Congregation of Under 250\nThe Grasshopper Myth: Big Churches\, Small Churches and the Small Thinking That Divides Us\n\nKarl produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive at KarlVaters.com. \nHis heart is to help pastors of small churches (up to 90 percent of us) find the resources to lead well\, and to capitalize on the unique advantages that come with pastoring a small church – something virtually every pastor will spend at least some of their ministry years doing. He also believes that big and small churches can and should work together more often – to the benefit and blessing of everyone. \nKarl also hosts a bi-weekly podcast\, The Church Lobby: Conversations on Faith & Ministry. Episodes feature in-depth interviews about the topics that concern pastors\, especially those who minister in a small church context. \nKarl has served in small-church ministry for over 40 years\, so he speaks and writes from decades of hands-on pastoral experience. He and his wife\, Shelley have three children and two grandkids. \nThis one-day experience will cover…\n\nRedefining Success\n“Big” vs. “Small” Churches\nFinding & Training Volunteers for Tomorrow’s Church\nDe-Sizing the Church\n\nTwo locations:\n\nTuesday\, June 4th – Carlisle Baptist Church (701 Walnut Bottom Rd. Carlisle\, PA 17013)\nWednesday\, June 5th – Restored Church (74 S. Meade St. Wilkes-Barre\, PA 18702)\n\nCost:\n$20 per person\, includes a light breakfast and lunch \nRegistration:\nRegister here.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/karl-vaters-2/
LOCATION:Restored Church\, 74 South Meade Street\, Wilkes-Barre\, PA\, 18702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Ludwig":MAILTO:davidl@brnunited.org
GEO:41.2357138;-75.875485
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240425T185158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T201757Z
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SUMMARY:Small-Church Ministry Expert Karl Vaters to speak
DESCRIPTION:Karl Vaters is the author of five books\, including the brand-new De-Sizing the Church: How Church Growth Became a Science\, Then an Obsession\, and What’s Next. \nKarl’s other books are: \n\nThe Church Recovery Guide: How Your Congregation Can Adapt and Thrive after a Crisis\n100 Days to a Healthier Church: A Step-By-Step Guide for Pastors and Leadership Teams\nSmall Church Essentials: Field-Tested Principles for Leading a Healthy Congregation of Under 250\nThe Grasshopper Myth: Big Churches\, Small Churches and the Small Thinking That Divides Us\n\nKarl produces resources for Helping Small Churches Thrive at KarlVaters.com. \nHis heart is to help pastors of small churches (up to 90 percent of us) find the resources to lead well\, and to capitalize on the unique advantages that come with pastoring a small church – something virtually every pastor will spend at least some of their ministry years doing. He also believes that big and small churches can and should work together more often – to the benefit and blessing of everyone. \nKarl also hosts a bi-weekly podcast\, The Church Lobby: Conversations on Faith & Ministry. Episodes feature in-depth interviews about the topics that concern pastors\, especially those who minister in a small church context. \nKarl has served in small-church ministry for over 40 years\, so he speaks and writes from decades of hands-on pastoral experience. He and his wife\, Shelley have three children and two grandkids. \nThis one-day experience will cover…\n\nRedefining Success\n“Big” vs. “Small” Churches\nFinding & Training Volunteers for Tomorrow’s Church\nDe-Sizing the Church\n\nTwo locations:\n\nTuesday\, June 4th – Carlisle Baptist Church (701 Walnut Bottom Rd. Carlisle\, PA 17013)\nWednesday\, June 5th – Restored Church (74 S. Meade St. Wilkes-Barre\, PA 18702)\n\nCost:\n$20 per person\, includes a light breakfast and lunch \nRegistration:\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/karl-vaters/
LOCATION:Carlisle Baptist Church\, 701 Walnut Bottom Rd\, Carlisle\, 17013-3655
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Ludwig":MAILTO:davidl@brnunited.org
GEO:40.1908824;-77.2034638
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T005213
CREATED:20240328T024949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T024949Z
UID:26064-1714208400-1714230000@www.brnunited.org
SUMMARY:GROW ESL Evangelism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We live in an increasingly diverse and multicultural world. The Gospel meets the heart needs of every human. But are we communicating the good news in a way that can be understood and received? \n\n\n\nWestern theology emphasizes our need to seek forgiveness for the guilt associated with our personal sins. However\, this language may not resonate with someone who is struggling with feelings of shame or fear.  We must adapt our evangelism to share a message that is both biblically accurate and culturally relevant. \nTo help encourage this type of evangelism culture\, there will be an evangelism training at New Life Presbyterian Church in Dresher\, Pennsylvania\, on April 27\, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. For $30\, ($45 after April 1) this fun\, interactive workshop will introduce you to the concept of worldviews and share how worldviews impact our understanding of the Gospel. Whether serving in ESL ministry\, working with refugees\, or simply developing a cross-cultural friendship\, we hope that everyone who attends this workshop will grow in love for their neighbor and learn new ways to communicate the good news across cultures! \nCost includes catered lunch and materials. For more info\, contact Rachel Conley at rachel.conley@uwm.org. \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/grow-esl-evangelism-workshop/
LOCATION:New Life Presbyterian Church\, 2015 Limekiln Pike\, Dresher\, PA\, 19025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T080000
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SUMMARY:D-Life Bootcamp: Walnut Creek Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:The Return to Christ-Like Disciple-Making—It’s not a program; it’s a lifestyle.\nThis D-Life Workshop is based on the work of Bill Wilks (Founder of D-Life & Author of “The Greater Work”)\nwww.livethedlife.com \nPlease note: This event is held in conjunction with the Advanced Disaster Relief training\, but you don’t have to be a disaster relief volunteer to attend the D-Life training\, nor do you have to take this training to be a disaster relief volunteer. It’s simply another great opportunity to learn about discipleship!\nTwo-thousand years ago\, by the Sea of Galilee\, Jesus launched a movement that forever changed the course of history. It’s time to reignite this movement. For Jesus and the early church\, disciple-making was not a program. It was a lifestyle. It as the one main thing Jesus taught them to do. With no buildings or budgets\, the early church grew rapidly because it knew how to make disciples who make disciples. Plan and simple\, the early church was a grassroots disciple-making movement. If the church today wants to reestablish itself as a powerful force on earth for the gospel of Christ\, it must return to this movement. The key to global evangelism is not the megachurch\, but the many churches of all sizes willing to rekindle the flames of a once powerful disciple-making movement. In this session\, we will unpack the core principle of this movement and how to rekindle it in your ministry. \nDAVID LUDWIG BIO\n \nAs Associate Director of Church Health and Discipleship for the Baptist Resource Network of Pennsylvania/South Jersey\, David Ludwig is passionate about disciple-making and equipping pastors and leaders to develop healthy\, disciple-making churches. He holds a Master of Arts degree from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville\, Kentucky; and a Bachelor of Science degree in religion from Liberty University\, in Lynchburg\, Virginia. \n\nREGISTRATION:\nPlease register here.  (If you have selected D-Life on your Advanced DR Training registration\, there is no need to register here)
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/d-life-bootcamp-walnut-creek-baptist-church/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Baptist Church\, 6015 West Ridge Rd.\, Erie\, PA\, 16506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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SUMMARY:Advanced Disaster Relief Training-Walnut Creek Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:When:\nApril 26-27 \nWhere:\nWalnut Creek Baptist Church \n6015 West Ridge Road \nErie\, PA 16506 \nFee:\n$10.00 \n  \nAdvanced DR Training Schedule\nFriday:  \n5:30 p.m. – Check-In \n6:00 – 6:50 pm – Intro & Operational Stress First Aid \n7:00 – 9:00 pm – Flood Recovery 101\, 201 \n7:00 – 9:00 pm – Shower/Laundry \nSaturday: \n7:30 – 8:00 am – Check-In\, Devotions \n8:00 – Noon – D-Life (Discipleship Training) \n8:00 – Noon – Mass Feeding 201 (Set Up & Cooking) \n8:00 – Noon – Chainsaw 101 \nNoon-12:30pm – Lunch \n12:30 – 4:00 pm – Mass Feeding 201 (Stations & Demob) \n12:30 – 4:00 pm – Chainsaw 201\, 301 \nYou may overnight at the church. Bring sleeping bags\, air mattress\, etc. (you’ll sleep on what you bring) and personal items. \nRegistration:\n\nDisaster Relief 101 is the prerequisite for this training. Click the button below to take this online course:\n\nTake Disaster Relief 101 course\n\nClick the button below to register for the in-person Advanced course:\n\nRegister for Advanced DR Course\n\nFor those not already badged for disaster relief\, please fill out the DR Enrollment and Background Check form:\n\nEnroll in DR Ministry\nPromotional Resources:\n\nBulletin Insert\nSlide (16:9)\nSlide (4:3)\n\nHave Questions?\nContact Kenton\nHunt\, PA/NJ Director of Disaster Relief\, at kentonh@brnunited.org. \n\nAdditional Advanced Training Dates/Locations:\nMarch 22-23\, Keystone Montgomeryville\, 427 Stump Road\, North Wales\, PA 19454 \n*Feeding  *Flood Recovery  *Shower/Laundry *Chainsaw \nApril 5-6\, Country & Town Baptist Church\, 220 Gettysburg Pike\, Mechanicsburg\, PA 17055 \n*Chaplaincy *Administration  *Feeding  *Flood Recovery  *Shower/Laundry  *Chainsaw \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/advance-disaster-relief-training-2/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Baptist Church\, 6015 West Ridge Rd.\, Erie\, PA\, 16506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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