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SUMMARY:ADF Church and Culture Webinar
DESCRIPTION:On February 15\, Alliance Defending Freedom’s (ADF) partner\, the ADF Church & Ministry Alliance\, is hosting a webinar to equip you with the insights needed to navigate the issue of biblical sexuality with understanding\, kindness\, and truth. \nThe webinar will begin at 12 p.m. and is free to all those who want to attend! \nWhat to expect in this webinar: \n\nNavigating Sexuality & Identity: Dr. Christopher Yuan will offer biblically grounded strategies to approach these issues with the younger generation.\nFirsthand Experience in Faith Leadership: Christian leaders Dr. Timothy Dernlan (Association of Classical Christian Schools)\, Calvin Lindsey (Caraway Conference Center and Camps)\, and Jared Berry (New York Assemblies of God) will share their experiences addressing gender ideology in their communities\, congregations\, and ministries.\nLegal Insights on Gender Ideology: ADF Senior Counsel Kate Anderson will share the legal implications of addressing these issues and highlight public school policies that parents in your congregation must be aware of.\n\nThis webinar is designed to empower you as a faith leader with the necessary knowledge\, legal insights\, and practical tools to guide the next generation through the complexities of sexuality in a way that aligns with God’s design. \nWe hope you can attend this important event. \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/adf-church-and-culture-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T120000
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SUMMARY:Turning the Tide: Equipping Churches to Impact the Foster Care and Adoption Crisis Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Nearly 400\,000 children are in U.S. foster care\, with more than 100\,000 awaiting adoption. This crisis demands immediate action\, and the Church is positioned to make a difference. \nNot sure where to begin? \nThe  Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) Church and Ministry Alliance is inviting you to join their upcoming webinar: Turning the Tide: Equipping Churches to Impact the Foster Care and Adoption Crisis. The event will take place on Tuesday\, Nov. 7\, at 12:00 p.m. \nWhat you can expect from the webinar: \n\nDeepen your understanding of the foster care and adoption crisis and the biblical mandate presented in James 1:27\nReframe the issue by discussing the current failures of the child welfare system and where the biggest needs exist\nEquip you with the practical tools you need to get started and make a meaningful impact\n\nYou’ll hear from ADF Church and Ministry Alliance members Roland Warren\, President and CEO of Care Net\, and Dr. Rick Morton\, Senior Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children’s Services. Additionally\, Ryan Bomberger will share his incredible journey from adoption to becoming one of the most influential pro-life leaders in the United States. \nIt’s time to turn the tide on the foster care and adoption crisis. \nWe hope you take this opportunity to learn how you can make an impact! \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/turning-the-tide-equipping-churches-to-impact-the-foster-care-and-adoption-crisis-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T120000
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SUMMARY:Church & Culture: Equipping the Parents in Your Congregation with a Biblical View of Gender Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The rapid embrace of radical ideas surrounding gender identity ideology is seemingly everywhere we turn. It is even infiltrating the public school system as activists seek to strip away the rights of parents to direct the upbringing of their children. \nParents in your congregations and community are looking for answers to these challenging cultural problems. They need to hear from church leaders on the issue. While tackling these issues may seem daunting\, Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) is here to help. \nJoin ADF for a webinar where they will discuss: \n\nCurrent legislation and court cases related to gender identity issues and parental rights\nWays the Church can engage on human sexuality issues in today’s culture\nHow your church can protect its religious freedom as it seeks to operate according to biblical principles\n\nA panel of church leaders from various denominations will join ADF attorneys for this discussion. You’ll leave better equipped to address gender identity issues and more aware of the legal and legislative matters parents are facing today. \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/church-culture-equipping-the-parents-in-your-congregation-with-a-biblical-view-of-gender-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance Defending Freedom":MAILTO:ChurchAlliance@ADFlegal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220419T133000
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SUMMARY:How Christians Can Serve Refugees
DESCRIPTION:Over the past several years\, the world has seen a significant increase in the number of refugees\, most notably in Europe as a result of the war in Ukraine and in the Middle East as a result of the U.S. departure from Afghanistan. And as we look ahead\, knowing how to serve immigrants coming into the country from our own continent is paramount. \nIn light of this\, how can Christians help? What responsibility do we have to care for and serve refugees? And how can we get involved in practical ways in our local communities? \nJoin Bryant Wright\, Matthew Soerens\, Bri Stensrud\, and Brent Leatherwood on April 19 at 1:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. CT to learn how Christians can serve refugees in their own communities.  \nLearn More \nDuring this free online event\, you’ll get answers to questions like: \n\nWhy should Christians care about refugees and migrants?\nWhat are some of the geopolitical factors that have led to an influx of refugees around the world?\nHow does the refugee resettlement process work\, both here in the U.S. and around the world?\nWhat are some policies that Congress and the Administration can work on to strengthen the refugee resettlement process?\nWhat are some misconceptions Christians might have about refugees?\nWhat are some practical ways Christians can serve refugees in their local communities?\n\nClick here to register for this important conversation. 
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/how-christians-can-serve-refugees/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210826T120000
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SUMMARY:ERLC's Special Online Event: “Baptists and the Nations: Religious Freedom Challenges Around the Globe”
DESCRIPTION:As Southern Baptists\, the powerful words of the Great Commission are at the heart of everything we do. At the ERLC\, we are committed to working for religious freedom both here and internationally so that our missionaries can fulfill that Great Commission. \nJoin us on Thursday\, August 26 at 11:00 a.m. ET to hear about challenges our missionaries face around the world as they work in countries where religious freedom is imperiled. \nDuring this free online event\, you’ll learn: \n—The ongoing fight for religious freedom in places like East Asia\, Latin America\, and Eastern Europe\n—Specific ways you and your church can pray for our missionaries\n—How the ERLC advocates for religious liberty both here and internationally\n—Updates on international religious liberty\, international adoptions\, and the human rights violations against the Uyghur people \nBrent Leatherwood\, ERLC Chief of Staff and VP of External Affairs will moderate a discussion with these leaders: \n—Paul Miller\, professor of the practice of international affairs\, Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service\n—Todd Lafferty\, executive vice president\, IMB\n—Chelsea Patterson Sobolik\, Acting Director of Policy\, ERLC \nThis event is free\, but registration is required. Sign up now to get a reminder before the event and a replay if you can’t join us! \n Register
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/erlcs-special-online-event-baptists-and-the-nations-religious-freedom-challenges-around-the-globe/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210812
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SUMMARY:2021 Spark Conference
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to our partners\, Georgia Baptists\, Pennsylvania/South Jersey Baptists can look forward to igniting their ministries next year at Spark 2021. The Spark Conference\, which first premiered in August 2020 and reached over 33\,000 total views on the Spark website\, will return Aug. 12\, 2021. \nFor those who took advantage of the conference in 2020\, the 2021 event will provide a similar schedule and digital format. \nCurrently\, the event will be completely online. Scott Sullivan\, GBMB discipleship catalyst and Spark coordinator\, said the first Spark Conference was born out of a desire to meet needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s online-only layout was the first of its kind hosted by the Georgia Baptist Mission Board. \n“The fully virtual side of the conference is something we will do again in 2021\,” Sullivan said. “We are able to train more people and get the training down into the trenches of the local church where it needs to be when we go fully digital.” \nSullivan said the August 12 premiere will offer a full day of content with multiple keynote and breakout speakers. The theme for this year is “DREAM.” \n“The point of that is to challenge leaders to lead well now\, but spend necessary time learning to be future-tense thinkers\,” Sullivan said. “We want them to not just be overwhelmed with the present but be laying a foundation for future success.” \nTony Evans\, Ben Mandrell\, Charles Lowery\, and David Kinnaman will be the keynote speakers for the conference that will be held completely online. \n“The 2021 speakers will help us ‘understand the times’ (1 Chronicles 12:32) and dream God-sized dreams for the Church moving forward\,” Scott Sullivan\, Georgia Baptist Mission Board Discipleship catalyst and Spark coordinator\, confirmed. \n“We are very excited about providing four of the nation’s top leaders as keynotes for SPARK 2021\,” Sullivan added. \nTony Evans\nBen Mandrell\nCharles Lowery\nDavid Kinnaman\nTony Evans is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas\, Texas. He will “bring the pastor’s perspective and will speak to the heart of our leaders\,” Sullivan shared. \nBen Mandrell is the president and CEO of LifeWay Christian Resources in Nashville\, Tenn. Mandrell is “leading one of the most significant shifts at LifeWay and will speak from a church planter’s mindset\,” Sullivan explained. \nCharles Lowery\, president and CEO of Lowery Institute for Excellence\, Inc.\, a non-profit training and consulting organization\, “will bring humor as he encourages relationships which are very much under attack during the pandemic\,” Sullivan said. \nDavid Kinnaman\, president of Barna Group\, “will share fresh research and best practices as he delivers a state of the church message\,” Sullivan added. \nIn addition to the keynotes\, breakout sessions will include tracks for discipleship\, evangelism\, missions\, and many others to be announced. \nLast year\, the conference premiered on a Friday. In 2021\, the conference is slated to premiere on a Thursday. Sullivan cited evaluations from both GBMB staff and conference attendees as a reason for the change. \n“It came from our team and several dozen pastors in the state when we asked specifically about the day and format\,” Sullivan said. “Thursdays were easier to gather staff or leaders and sit around a computer and watch the premiere.” \nThe August 12 premiere will be free like last year. However\, the content for registrants will only be free until August 31. There will be a digital pass available for purchase – $10 for an individual\, $29 for a church\, and $99 for an association. This pass gives year-long access to all Spark keynotes\, resources\, and breakout sessions. \n“The target audience for the premiere is the leader or leaders of a church\,” Sullivan said. “The larger audience comes when associations or churches host an event centered around the content from Spark.” \nIn 2020\, there were 206 host sites around the world that utilized content from the Spark Conference. As hosts for the event\, the churches and associations were able to use content from Spark weeks and months after the premiere. \nSullivan said the quality of keynotes and breakouts makes the Spark Conference a competitor with similar conferences. However\, the fact the conference is free and later offered at such a low price means it is the best-valued conference in the nation. \n“The goal for 2021 isn’t to do bigger and better\,” Sullivan said. “It’s to build on the quality of 2020.” \nTo sign up for early registration notifications\, visit thesparkconference.com.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2021-spark-conference/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Conference/Seminar,Training/Workshop,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T120000
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SUMMARY:Send Network Equipping for Multiplication Seminar: Missional Motive
DESCRIPTION:Before talking about the how of missional living\, it is crucial to discuss the why. In this session we will discuss the missionary nature of the church\, as one of the primary motivations for laying a foundation for the church to move in a missional direction. The reality is that the church doesn’t just send missionaries; the church is the missionary. \nFeaturing Brad Brisco:\nBrad is currently the Director of Bivocational Church Planting for the North American Mission Board. He holds a doctorate in the area of missional ecclesiology\, his doctoral thesis was on assisting existing congregations in transitioning in a missional direction. He is the co-author of Missional Essentials\, a twelve-week small group study guide\, The Missional Quest: Becoming a Church of the Long Run\, Next Door As It Is In Heaven\, and Covocational Church Planting. He blogs regularly at missionalchurchnetwork.com. \nRegister \nGo to Seminar \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/send-network-equipping-for-multiplication-seminar-missional-motive/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T133000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Three ways to help protect your church or ministry against cyberattacks
DESCRIPTION:GuideStone® is here to help you unlock the secrets to cybersecurity and maintain a heightened security awareness to keep you — and your ministry — safe. \nJoin the conversation with GuideStone security and fraud experts as we:  \n\nAnswer the question: is your church or ministry at risk?\nDiscuss the three primary ways to assess and mitigate the risk of cybersecurity attacks.\nFind out how to receive free\, digital cybersecurity resources designed for ministries.\nProvide the opportunity for you to obtain 1-hour of continuing education credit for CCA or CPA.*\n\nFollowing the virtual session\, 20 attendees of the live event will be randomly selected to receive our event tech kit. The kit will include a power bank\, laptop sleeve and webcam cover! \nRegister \n*To obtain continuing education credit\, CPA attendees must be present for the full duration of the live virtual session.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/webinar-three-ways-to-help-protect-your-church-or-ministry-against-cyberattacks/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210216T150000
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CREATED:20210212T142441Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Equality Act and the LGBTQ Movement-Some of the Biggest Threats to Religious Liberty
DESCRIPTION:One of the biggest social and governmental threats to biblical churches\, schools\, colleges\, ministries\, and nonprofits is the sexual revolution and all of its implications. Currently the U.S. Congress is considering a bill called the Equality Act\, and President Biden has called it an agenda priority in his first 100 days. While this bill can\, on the surface\, look appealing and helpful it will end up being harmful for the Christian community at large and could pressure many to either abandon their biblical moral and gospel convictions or face government sanction. There’s a very real threat to our favorite ministries and organizations that are doing incredible gospel and humanitarian work – work that we should all want to protect. \nHow should pastors\, and church\, ministry and cultural leaders think about it\, talk about it\, and address it? How do we love our neighbor while still standing against harmful legislation and policies? \nThe Church Ambassador Network and the Pennsylvania Family Institute will host a webinar with two of the foremost Christian thinkers of the evangelical world\, Dr. Andrew T. Walker and Dr. Carl Trueman\, on Tuesday\, February 16\, at 2 p.m. (ET) to discuss and consider the threat and what can be done about it. \nDr. Andrew T. Walker is professor of Christian ethics and apologetics and associate dean at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\, author of numerous books including God and the Transgender Debate\, and renowned writer and speaker. \nDr. Carl Trueman is one of the foremost Christian voices and accomplished church historian\, professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College and former professor at Westminster Theological Seminary\, and author of over a dozen books including The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self. \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/webinar-the-equality-act-and-the-lgbtq-movement-some-of-the-biggest-threats-to-religious-liberty/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210212T120000
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SUMMARY:The Equality Act: Threatening Your Freedom Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The deceptively named “Equality Act” poses a devastating and unprecedented threat to religious freedom. \nIf this federal bill is passed\, it could forbid your church and other religious nonprofits from requiring employees to live out religious beliefs about marriage\, sexual morality\, and the distinction between the sexes. Additionally\, your church could also be forced to open sex-specific facilities such as locker rooms or restrooms to members of the opposite sex. \nThose in your congregation could also be impacted – business owners could be forced to include “sex-reassignment” surgeries in their health plans and creative professionals could be forced to promote messages or celebrate events that violate their beliefs. \nThese are just a few of the potential harms of the Equality Act. \nIt’s clear that this legislation is a threat to religious freedom for millions of Americans\, and we want to make sure you are informed. Join our partner\, ADF Church Alliance\, for a webinar on Friday\, February 12.  \nThey will share more information about potential impacts for your church and those in your congregation. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and hear how you can be as proactive and prepared as possible. \nFree Webinar\nThe Equality Act: Threatening Your Freedom\nFriday\, February 12\, noon\nSpace is limited – register today! \n  \nREGISTER
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/the-equality-act-threatening-your-freedom-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance Defending Freedom":MAILTO:ChurchAlliance@ADFlegal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T075523
CREATED:20210203T215953Z
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SUMMARY:Background Screening in Churches: Is Your Ministry Compliant?
DESCRIPTION:Navigating the world of background screening and Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) compliance can be overwhelming and confusing at times. Join Protect My Ministry for this FREE 1-hour webinar as their legal and compliance experts discuss what churches need to know to protect against FCRA and employment law violations. \nThis webinar will cover: \n1. Overview of the FCRA and a church’s obligations\n2. How volunteers are treated under the FCRA\n3. Churches and credit reports\n4. Common employment mistakes\n5. Issues related to retention of consumer reports\n6. What to do when a member disputes information in a report\n7. Compliance resources available to you \nThis is your chance to ask legal experts questions concerning employment law and how to keep your ministry compliant. \n \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/background-screening-in-churches-is-your-ministry-compliant/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T163000
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SUMMARY:BRN 'Kingdom Vision' Virtual Mini-Conference
DESCRIPTION:Due to COVID-19 concerns\, the BRN Executive Board has determined that it is necessary to cancel the BRN Annual Business Session and Annual Gathering for 2020\, originally slated for November 5-6. After careful consideration and consultation with legal counsel\, it has been determined that it is not possible to hold the planned annual meeting and comply with the current orders issued by the Governors of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. \nInstead\, the BRN will host a virtual mini-conference on Thursday\, November 5\, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.\, with keynote speakers Jeff Christopherson and Barry Whitworth\, and nine breakout sessions on topics related to the theme\, “Kingdom Vision.” \nJeff Christopherson\nAbout Our Keynote Speaker:\nJeff Christopherson is about fostering Kingdom movements of reproducing churches that transform neighborhoods and the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. \nHe is the co-founder and missiologist for Send Institute\, executive director of Church Planting Canada\, Multiplying Church Catalyst for CNBC\, weekly columnist at Christianity Today’s Missio Mondays\, co-vocational pastor for The Sanctuary in Ontario\, Canada\, and the author of Kingdom First: Starting Churches that Shape Movements\, Kingdom Matrix: Designing a Church for the Kingdom of God\, and the recently released\, Venal Dogmata\, A Parable of the Future Church. \nHe and his wife\, Laura\, live in Oakville\, Ontario. They have two children\, Kelley and James.  \nSchedule:\nJeff will lead the following three keynotes: \n\nA Kingdom Vision and its Theological Basis\nA Kingdom Vision in a Pre-Christian World\nA Kingdom Vision for a Post-Pandemic World\n\nThe mini-conference’s breakout topics will include discipleship\, online church\, justice and so much more. \nClick button below to register on the Conference website. \nRegister Now \nPlease note: The conference is best viewed on the Chrome browser.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/mini-conference/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) 2020 Election Guidance
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE\nOur partner Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) Church Alliance often hears from our network of church leaders about how they feel burdened by issues at the intersection of faith\, politics\, and citizenship. In response\, they are developing a webinar\, which will assist in these crucial matters. \nChurch leaders will have the opportunity to better understand their legal rights – and potential limitations – when it comes to addressing politics\, current issues\, legislation\, and more. \nDuring this webinar\, ADF attorneys will discuss legal boundaries every pastor should know this election season. We will share guidance for speaking about political issues\, lobbying\, educating voters\, using church facilities\, and giving money to political causes. \nWe’ll also have a live Q&A session to provide general guidance on your election related questions. \nDownload accompanying guide. \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2020-election-guidance/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance Defending Freedom":MAILTO:ChurchAlliance@ADFlegal.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200829
DTSTAMP:20260606T075523
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SUMMARY:2020 Spark Conference
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE (Sept. 22\, 2020): The Baptist Resource Network has purchased the #Sparkcon2020 “associational” package of the entire conference to be able to give access to BRN churches after September 22. Churches now may view the entire library of Spark Conference videos\, at no cost\, at a date that is best for you. Simply contact the Helpdesk\, and they will give you the credentials to view the content. \nDo you want to see your church strong\, advancing the Great Commission?\nThat’s why there’s SPARK. Not just another conference\, SPARK is a gathering of local church leaders passionate about making disciples to reach the world for Christ. Last year the Georgia Baptist Mission Board hosted over 1\,200 local church leaders\, and this year they plan to double or triple that engagement through strategic partnerships. \nBaptist Resource Network churches are invited to take advantage of this free Georgia-hosted\, one-day total church equipping online conference\, premiering August 28\, 2020. \nSpark is an online experience that churches\, staff\, laypeople\, volunteers\, and individuals can enjoy without the time or expense of travel. As an online FREE event\, we expect to reach more people than before and provide valuable training for those leading in ministries throughout the church. \nIt’s a total church-strengthening event produced by the Georgia Baptist Mission Board. \nONLINE\nThe conference is fully online! It will premiere on Friday\, August 28. The conference will be time-released throughout the day. \nOn August 29\, all content\, including bonus topics\, will be made available at 3 a.m. ET (midnight PT). All content will be FREE from August 29 through September 22 if the individual\, church\, or association has registered before August 28. After that time\, the Baptist Resource Network will pay the fee and make the videos accessible on this website. \nClaim your free ticket now! \nWHAT’S AVAILABLE?\nThere will be three keynotes. These leaders will include Paul Chitwood\, IMB President; Robby Gallaty\, Sr.\, Pastor of Long Hollow Baptist Church; and Tyronne Barnette\, Pastor of Peace Baptist Church. The conference also features musical guest\, Mark Hall of Casting Crowns. \nBreakout sessions will include the following categories: Discipleship\, Evangelism\, Kids\, Students\, Women\, Worship and Music\, Missions\, Pastoral Wellness\, and more. \nWAYS TO PARTICIPATE\n\nIndividual users can register and view the sessions on their own.\nAssociations can register and host a live\, face-to-face event for their churches and leaders. Associations can also simply provide the content to their churches without hosting an event.\nLocal churches can host an event for their leaders.\nIdeas: Associations or churches can…\n\n\n\n\nHost a one-day event at the local church\nProvide training for bi-vocational leaders in the evenings over a few weeks to accommodate their schedules\nUse the training on Sunday nights over several weeks for various leader trainings\nOr develop your own creative idea!\n\n\n\nWe want you to be able to use this training however it BEST fits your need! \n*The event is FREE for everyone who registers before August 28. These pre-registered individuals will get all content for FREE from August 29-September 22. This content can be used to host a regional event or for an individual church. You can choose to use all breakouts or choose only the ones that fit your need. \nCONFERENCE DETAILS\n\nAll breakout sessions will be pre-recorded. The three keynote sessions will be pre-recorded with an opportunity for a live Q&A on August 28.\nBreakout session titles and keynote speakers are listed at www.thesparkconference.com.\n\nONGOING TRAINING RESOURCE\nCan’t view on August 28? No worries! The BRN will make the videos available to you\, at no cost\, at a date that is best for you and your church so you can use the resources to train your staff and volunteers throughout the year. We are here for you and are constantly striving to provide resources like these so we all have greater Kingdom impact! \nClaim your free ticket now! \nSee related story.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/2020-spark-conference/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Conference/Seminar,Training/Workshop,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T075523
CREATED:20200715T185229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200716T124140Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: 'Child abuse: Emerging trends from the biggest legal threat to churches'
DESCRIPTION:What measures does your church take to prevent child abuse? Whether your church has faced a child abuse incident or not\, it still remains one of the top reasons churches go to court each year. With that being said\, it’s important to make sure your church\, and more importantly\, your children are protected. \nJoin us on Wednesday\, July 22\, for a free webinar\, sponsored by Church Law & Tax\, who will look at emerging trends in church-related child abuse cases and provide best practices to keep your church and children safe. This one-hour webinar features attorney and senior editor Richard Hammar and Church Law & Tax content editor Matthew Branaugh. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/churchlawtax-presents-child-abuse-emerging-trends-from-the-biggest-legal-threat-to-churches/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T075523
CREATED:20200401T130119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T130716Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: FAITH IN A TIME OF CRISIS: Addressing the CARES ACT and other ministry questions amidst COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Where are you turning for information and inspiration during this time? Alliance Defending Freedom is bringing together some of our allies and partners to provide you with an informative\, encouraging\, and inspiring discussion. \nDuring this panel discussion\, we will ask our guests how they are responding to COVID-19. You will walk away with: \n\nAnswers to frequently asked ministry\, legal\, and cultural questions\nStories of encouragement and inspiration in this time of crisis and uncertainty\nTips and guidelines to consider for serving others in this environment\n\nThursday\, April 2\, 2020\n3:00 pm Eastern Standard Time \nRegister Now\nModerator\n \n \nKristen Waggoner\,\nSVP of U.S. Legal Division & Communications\, General Counsel\nAlliance Defending Freedom \n  \nGuest Panelists\n \nSamuel (Sam) Rodriguez\,\nPresident\, National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference\nSenior Pastor\, New Season Christian Worship Center \n  \n \nDr. Ronnie W. Floyd\,\nPresident and Chief Executive Officer\nExecutive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention \n  \n \nMichael Batts\,\nManaging Partner\nBatts Morrison Wales & Lee\, P.A. \n  \n \nRyan Tucker\,\nDirector of Center for Christian Ministries\, Sr. Counsel\nAlliance Defending Freedom \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/webinar-faith-in-a-time-of-crisis-addressing-the-cares-act-and-other-ministry-questions-amidst-covid-19/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance Defending Freedom":MAILTO:ChurchAlliance@ADFlegal.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T075523
CREATED:20200228T173833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T210746Z
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SUMMARY:"Upside Down: Meet the Need First" Send Relief Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Taylor Field and Andrew Mann for a Special Send Relief Webinar \nNeeds Everywhere—How Does My Church Respond?\nIf you’ve ever struggled with discovering your community’s ministry needs\, we have a great opportunity for you to learn from and ask questions of two pastors with decades of experience in community outreach. \nSign up for a special Send Relief webinar with Pastors Taylor Field and Andrew Mann of New York City’s Graffiti Church from 1-2 p.m. EST on March 24. They will present a step-by-step process to help you discover the most pressing ministry needs in your church’s community\, no matter the context! \nIt’s free\, but the information will be priceless as you and your church seek to meet needs and change lives in your community. \n \nRegister Now \nHave questions? Contact Buff McNickle.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/upside-down-send-relief-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T075523
CREATED:20200228T183907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200228T184142Z
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SUMMARY:"The 2020 Election and the Church: Five Things to Know" webinar
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) on Thursday\, March 12\, for a webcast featuring important information around the intersection of faith\, politics\, and citizenship in this election year. \nWe’ll be featuring information under these five main categories: \n\nSermons and Speech – candidates\, legislation\, and issues\nGeneral Education of Voters – registration\, identification\, and voter guides\nUse of Church Facilities – polling places\, candidate meetings\, and literature distribution\nLobbying – direct and grassroots\nFinancial Support – political organizations\, candidates\, referendums\, and initiatives\n\nRyan Tucker\nGuest Speaker:\nRyan Tucker\, Senior Counsel\nDirector of the Center for Christian Ministries \nDate/Time:\nThursday\, March 12\, 2020\, 1:00 pm EST \nDuration:\n1 hour \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/the-2020-election-and-the-church-five-things-to-know-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance Defending Freedom":MAILTO:ChurchAlliance@ADFlegal.org
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