WMU
First Baptist Church
Thomasville, Georgia
April 17-18, 2009
2009 Missions Encounter
". . . if my people Pray"
an inspirational missions event for all Georgia women
Schedule
Friday |
Saturday |
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1:00pm Registration |
8:25am Worship |
Conference Listing
- Praying for the Harvest in the Southern Rim, Gabe Chatham, Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Come and hear how your prayers have made a difference among the unreached peoples of the Southern Rim.
- Reaping the Harvest in Appalachia, Belinda & Lonnie Riley,Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Hear stories of Gods miracles and discover practical ways to lead your church to extend hands of love through Appalachian Regional Ministry.
- Claiming the Nations Living Among Us in Georgia, Phil Kitchin, Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Learn how to reach the growing number of internationals living among us through powerful, effective prayer and ministry involvement.
- Over the Hedge, Kaye Miller, Conference Options 1 & 3 What are the obstacles that hinder you from doing what God has called you to do? Come and learn how to hurdle these challenges with grace and confidence.
- No Substitutes! Karen Pace, Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Life is hectic and full, yet in the midst of it all we long for deeper meaning and peace. Discover what elements are critical in your relationship with God and begin to let go of substitutes that keep you from experiencing fullness in Him.
- Fresh Thinking for a Timeless Purpose, Beth Ann Williams, Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 What are you willing to do to cultivate a missions heart in today's woman and future generations? Together we will do some fresh thinking for the future of Women on Mission.
- Doing Missions Across Generations, Tonya Pearson & the Flat Creek WMU Leadership Team, Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Come and explore fresh new approaches for involving the entire church in missions.
- Five Main Enemies of Unity, Janet Speer, Conference Options 1, 2, & 3 Too few churches or organizations experience real unity. If we truly want unity, we have to face the enemies fighting against us.
- Giving with Vision and Passion to Annie and Lottie, Mary Laughman, Conference Options 1,2, & 3 Are you looking for eye-popping, attention-getting ideas for promoting the annual missions offerings in your church?
- The Market is Down, Gas Prices are Up. Guess Missions will Just have to Wait!, David George, Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Giving above what you think you can, even in difficult economic times.
- Your Mission Field is Closer than You Think, Ramona Lord,Conference Options 1, 2 & 3 Explore hands-on ministry ideas and lead your women to move beyond the walls of the church to share the love of Christ.
- Hearts Called to Pray (Associational Prayer Coordinators), Mary Reece and Kellie Cochran, Conference Option 1 This conference option is designed exclusively for Associational Prayer Coordinators
- Hearts Called to Pray (Open to All), Mary Reece, Conference Option 2 This conference option is open to anyone who is interested in learning how to participate in Hearts Called to Pray for North African and Middle Eastern Peoples.
- Baptist Nursing Fellowship (BNF), Barbara Lewis, Conference Options 2 & 3 Nurses and medical personnel are invited to come discover new opportunities to share Christ and to minister His healing touch.
Special Guests
Kaye Miller, National WMU President
Gordon Fort, IMB Vice President of Overseas Operations
Belinda & Lonnie Riley, Directors of Meridzo Center Ministries, Inc. NAMB/ Appalachian Regional Ministries
Registration Information
Cost $30 per person Includes all sessions & Box Lunch Saturday
The dinner on Friday evening is optional at additional cost of $12 per person
Upon receipt of your registration BWMU of GA office will mail tickets to the contact person for your group
Each participant or group is responsible for making hotel reservations


