NWMN Fusion CM Podcast - Audio

One thing never changes: things always change. Leaders must proactively recognize changing currents and make decisions for the most effective approaches to ministry. We may need to recast our focus or prayerfully make a new strategy. Is God calling you to make a shift in children's ministry programs? This workshop will help you identify vision, communicate the change and provide an effective, practical case study of a ministry program that has undergone a missional change in order to reach its community for Christ. Denise is a US missionary appointed by the Assemblies of God to reach communities for Jesus Christ. Denise previously has served as children’s pastor at Sound Life Church and has many years of experience as a school teacher. Through her relational style of ministry leadership, Denise’s passion is to encourage parents, lay leaders, directors, and senior pastors to lead the children in their community in a growing relationship with Christ. One of her goals is to influence churches to expand their vision for children and families, assisting them to reach outside the walls of their church into the community.

Have you ever asked yourself, “What am I really doing here?” or “Why am I doing these things?” We can find ourselves dealing with confusion, frustration, restlessness, etc. when we are not sure what we are to do. In this workshop, we will look at the power of vision in our ministry. Vision has incredible value and purpose in our ministry. We will talk about “turning vision into reality.” In addition, we will talk about how to get a vision, communicating this vision, getting others to be part of the vision, and leading others toward accomplishing the vision. John has served in ministry over 10 years in various capacities (Children, Youth, Young Adult, Christian Education). He has also worked as a counselor for 4 years in Psychiatric Hospitals, dealing with troubled children and youth. John has a Master’s degree in Divinity from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling from Regent University. John is currently working on his Doctorate of Ministry degree from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. John’s passion is to help people move forward in their purpose in life by inspiring them, training them, empowering them, and releasing them.

Have you ever heard the saying, “Maybe if I just ignore the problem it will go away”? Typically, a problem never goes away. It only gets worse. Good leaders manage conflict. They realize that when there are people around, there is bound to be conflict, and the best way to deal with conflict is head on. Conflict is not a bad thing when it’s managed well. In this workshop, we’ll look at strategies on how to manage conflict, and ways to use conflict to help better everyone involved.

Jeffery & Joanne have been serving in youth ministry for over 15 years. Since 2003, they have been working as the Northwest Ministry Network Youth Directors. Prior to their assignment as NYD, they worked in local Church Youth Ministry for 12 years, finishing at New Life Church in Renton where they continue to serve as Teaching Pastors. Jeffery and Joanne are both graduates of Northwest University. Their life purpose is to present hope and develop people. Their passions include developing leaders, preaching the life-transforming message of hope through Christ, missions across the street and around the world, and building life-long relationships. They enjoy time with extended family, athletics and travel. Jeffery & Joanne were married in 1993 and have two sons, Justus and Josiah.

Kevin and Tiffany have been serving in children’s ministries since 1996, and assumed the position as the Children’s Ministries Director for the Northwest Ministry Network of the Assemblies of God in 2003. Together, they have a passion to train and equip leaders to do the mission of God, and strategically present the hope of Christ to this world. Kevin and Tiffany serve together in full-time ministry as proud parents of their 3 children, Morgan (April 2001), Connor (February 2003), Meara (April 2005). And Kala (January 2009)

Healthy, balanced individuals create healthy balanced families, which create healthy balanced ministries. Pastor Gary Modine has been serving the children and families of Stone Church since 1997. He oversees the Children’s Ministries, which includes kids birth through 6th grade. Gary and his wife, Sheila, also lead the Family Life Ministry of Stone Church where they equip parents to be the primary source of encouragement in their children’s spiritual growth. Gary has a highly relational ministry style that naturally creates a lot of interaction between him and the children, as well as the parents. This helps him keep in touch with the way kids think and helps him to lead them. Gary and Sheila have two daughters and a son.

Transitions from classroom to classroom and department to department can be threatening for children. Change is never easy. This workshop will point out some of the concerns kids have about going to the next grade level in Children’s Ministry and making the transition to the youth program. We will also look at ideas for easing the anxieties of first time guests. Included in this workshop are some suggestions for ways to make these transitions flow more smoothly and make “graduation” a positive time for kids of all ages. Pastor Dixie Zahn grew up in the Olympia area and has worked in Children’s Ministries for over 30 years. She graduated from Seattle Bible College with a degree in Christian Education and in addition has an associate degree in Child and Human Development. Dixie is currently enrolled in a Masters program through the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. She has been on staff at Faith Assembly of Lacey since 1989 and also teaches training workshops and provides consulting in Children’s Ministries. She and her wonderful husband Clyde live in Lacey. Dixie’s hobbies include writing, reading and doing fun activities with kids. Pastor Dixie has a passion to see children reached for Jesus Christ, grow in their relationship with Him, utilize the gifts that God has given them, and find their place of ministry in God’s Kingdom.

The image of your ministry goes far beyond a logo or catchy name. This workshop will cover the key elements that make or break your ministry image. Nick has been the children’s pastor at Life Center in Tacoma for over six years. As a 2002 Northwest University graduate with a Christian Education / Children’s Ministries Bachelors degree, God has given Nick a heart for the advancement of children’s ministry since his middle school years.

One thing never changes: things always change. Leaders must proactively recognize changing currents and make decisions for the most effective approaches to ministry. We may need to recast our focus or prayerfully make a new strategy. Is God calling you to make a shift in children's ministry programs? This workshop will help you identify vision, communicate the change and provide an effective, practical case study of a ministry program that has undergone a missional change in order to reach its community for Christ. Denise is a US missionary appointed by the Assemblies of God to reach communities for Jesus Christ. Denise previously has served as children’s pastor at Sound Life Church and has many years of experience as a school teacher. Through her relational style of ministry leadership, Denise’s passion is to encourage parents, lay leaders, directors, and senior pastors to lead the children in their community in a growing relationship with Christ. One of her goals is to influence churches to expand their vision for children and families, assisting them to reach outside the walls of their church into the community.

This workshop addresses how to identify Multiple Intelligences in your kids (and your leaders), and how to use them in Sunday School or Kid’s Church. Pastor David Alexieff and his wife Felicia have been serving in the Children’s Ministry department at Stone Church since December of 2002. He oversees children from kindergarten through 6th grade, and also oversees the Minors in Ministry (M in M) program. David, being a very inspirational leader, loves to encourage and help people grow closer to God.

This workshop addresses how to identify Multiple Intelligences in your kids (and your leaders), and how to use them in Sunday School or Kid’s Church. Pastor David Alexieff and his wife Felicia have been serving in the Children’s Ministry department at Stone Church since December of 2002. He oversees children from kindergarten through 6th grade, and also oversees the Minors in Ministry (M in M) program. David, being a very inspirational leader, loves to encourage and help people grow closer to God.

Children’s worship is ever changing, from the days of Father Abraham to the days of Hillsongs Kids, we have seen major transformation. How can you mold a worship experience that children will never forget? How can you see transformation in the heart of a child as well as the style of music? We will explore the latest worship models, ideas to teach kids worship, and the most advanced tools used for worship today, including a segment on media. Bring your questions, your voices, and your dancing feet!

Children’s worship is ever changing, from the days of Father Abraham to the days of Hillsongs Kids, we have seen major transformation. How can you mold a worship experience that children will never forget? How can you see transformation in the heart of a child as well as the style of music? We will explore the latest worship models, ideas to teach kids worship, and the most advanced tools used for worship today, including a segment on media. Bring your questions, your voices, and your dancing feet!

This class is a reminder to each of us that we are to continually share God’s word with our children. We will be specifically looking at Deut. 6:7 where God makes it clear as to when we should share, and what we should share with our children. Discover ways to equip parents and help them recognize the importance of primary spiritual leadership of their children. From the time Craig began doing puppets in kid’s church at the age of twelve, he felt called to full time ministry; oddly enough, it just took him awhile to figure out that he was called to full time ministry to kids. It was while serving in variety of venues that he was reminded how amazing it is to see the spiritual lights go on in a child’s life, and how important it is to reach these young hearts while they are still tender. Craig and his wife, Heidi, have served in children’s ministry at Spokane First Assembly since 2000, with Craig taking over as the full time Children’s Pastor in 2004. A great believer in equipping the next generation for ministry, he is currently teaching his two sons: Spencer (12), and Sam (10) to do puppets.

This class is a reminder to each of us that we are to continually share God’s word with our children. We will be specifically looking at Deut. 6:7 where God makes it clear as to when we should share, and what we should share with our children. Discover ways to equip parents and help them recognize the importance of primary spiritual leadership of their children. From the time Craig began doing puppets in kid’s church at the age of twelve, he felt called to full time ministry; oddly enough, it just took him awhile to figure out that he was called to full time ministry to kids. It was while serving in variety of venues that he was reminded how amazing it is to see the spiritual lights go on in a child’s life, and how important it is to reach these young hearts while they are still tender. Craig and his wife, Heidi, have served in children’s ministry at Spokane First Assembly since 2000, with Craig taking over as the full time Children’s Pastor in 2004. A great believer in equipping the next generation for ministry, he is currently teaching his two sons: Spencer (12), and Sam (10) to do puppets.