MINISTRY INNOVATION

All Sessions in Kennesaw

Learn how several groups are transforming their congregational problems into creative ministry opportunities. Hear from innovative practitioners and see how each of us can use proven tools to begin important conversations in our own contexts. Sponsored by CBF Thriving Congregations

Reimagining in the Midst of Crisis

Thursday, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

It’s no secret that churches today are facing problems, many of which were exacerbated by the pandemic. This workshop will help participants learn to reframe problems as opportunities, opening up possibilities for innovation in our congregations. Participants will leave with tools and methods to lead their congregations through similar conversations.

Jessica Hearne is a CBF field personnel based in Danville, Va., serving with her husband, Joshua, through Grace and Main Fellowship, an ecumenical Christian community devoted to hospitality, prayer, nonviolent action and grassroots community development.

Joshua Hearne is a senior program officer with the Danville Regional Foundation, Danville, Va.

Andrea Huffman is senior pastor, Dayspring Baptist Church, St. Louis, Mo.

Collaborate to Innovate

Thursday, 3:00-4:00 p.m.

One of the best tools for innovation is collaborating with others who have reimagined ministry in their own contexts. This panel discussion will provide examples of churches who successfully reframed their crises into catalysts, and will give participants an honest look at the process of leading a church toward innovative ministry.

Ryan Busby is pastor, First Baptist Church, Danville, Va.

Becky Caswell-Speight is minister of families, faith formation and connection, Smoke Rise Baptist Church, Tucker, Ga.

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Innovation Experience: Inclusive Worship Practices for Neurodivergent Worshipers

Friday, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Participate in a variety of stations to help think through making your worship space inclusive for all people with specific attention to neurodivergent worshipers. Participants will be provided with resources regarding accessible worship and invited to think about how to expand their own contexts.