Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 01
Adult Seminar
William Lee
Prayer and Missions in the Bible
OMF International - Canada
1 Timothy 1:1 is awesome because it tells us so much about how to pray in just one sentence! In this seminar, we will read and examine how this short sentence can impact our prayer life and encourage our heart for missions.
Recording: CD 97-09
Biography
William Lee has served in OMF as a Short Term Missions Coordinator. He is also a pastor in a non-denominational church plant in Toronto.
Booth : F12 - G12 OMF International - Canada
10455 Finlayson Drive, Richmond BC V6X 1W8 CANADA
Phone: (604) 278-1208
Fax: (604) 278-1208
Email: pacificregion@shawlink.ca
Web: www.omf.ca
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Churches on a Justice Journey
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 04
Adult Seminar
Jennifer Ingraham
International Justice Mission
Following God's call to seek justice and rescue the oppressed is a difficult challenge and requires the great energy stored in the global church. This seminar will explore how churches and Christians can prepare spiritually for their justice journey as well as provide useful tools for along the way.
Recording: CD 98-09
Biography
Jennifer is the executive director of the Fraser Burrard Community Justice Society, and an active representative for International Justice Mission Canada. She advocates, teaches, and upholds the principles of restorative justice so that they will be understood, modeled and embraced in the community.
Booth : T07 International Justice Mission
100 Fullarton St., London ON N6A 1K1 CANADA
Phone: (519) 679-5030
Fax: 1-519-663-1165
Email: jmcintosh@ijm.org
Web: www.ijm.ca
Adult Seminar
Jennifer Ingraham
International Justice Mission
Following God's call to seek justice and rescue the oppressed is a difficult challenge and requires the great energy stored in the global church. This seminar will explore how churches and Christians can prepare spiritually for their justice journey as well as provide useful tools for along the way.
Recording: CD 98-09
Biography
Jennifer is the executive director of the Fraser Burrard Community Justice Society, and an active representative for International Justice Mission Canada. She advocates, teaches, and upholds the principles of restorative justice so that they will be understood, modeled and embraced in the community.
Booth : T07 International Justice Mission
100 Fullarton St., London ON N6A 1K1 CANADA
Phone: (519) 679-5030
Fax: 1-519-663-1165
Email: jmcintosh@ijm.org
Web: www.ijm.ca
Monday, July 28, 2008
The Legacy of St. Patrick
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 05
Adult Seminar
Tom Clarke
Bangor Worldwide Missionary
The challenge of motivating Christians for the task of taking the gospel to post - modern Europe and beyond. The role played in this by the Bangor (N. Ireland ) Worldwide Missionary Convention.
Recording: CD 99-09
Biography
Tom Clarke is currently Chairman of the organising committee of the Bangor Worldwide Missionary Convention which began in 1937. He is also Clerk of Session of Hamilton Road Presbyterian Church in Bangor, is married and has two grown-up daughters.
http://www.worldwidemission.org/
Adult Seminar
Tom Clarke
Bangor Worldwide Missionary
The challenge of motivating Christians for the task of taking the gospel to post - modern Europe and beyond. The role played in this by the Bangor (N. Ireland ) Worldwide Missionary Convention.
Recording: CD 99-09
Biography
Tom Clarke is currently Chairman of the organising committee of the Bangor Worldwide Missionary Convention which began in 1937. He is also Clerk of Session of Hamilton Road Presbyterian Church in Bangor, is married and has two grown-up daughters.
http://www.worldwidemission.org/
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Check Your Worldview
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 06
Adult Seminar
George Pearce
Creation Science Association of British Columbia
In the missions endeavor it is helpful to understand contrasting world views. This seminar will discuss the importance of the Word of God in shaping one's world view. The biblical world view will be contrasted with the naturalist world view on sicentific issues.
Recording: CD 100-09
Biography
George has taught high school in the Surrey School district for 35 years. He has been president of the Creation Science Association of British Columbia for 25 years.
Booth : L05 - L06 Creation Science Association of British Columbia
Box 39577 WRPO, White Rock BC V4B 5L6 CANADA
Phone: (604) 535-0019
Email: info@creationbc.org
Web: www.creationbc.org
Adult Seminar
George Pearce
Creation Science Association of British Columbia
In the missions endeavor it is helpful to understand contrasting world views. This seminar will discuss the importance of the Word of God in shaping one's world view. The biblical world view will be contrasted with the naturalist world view on sicentific issues.
Recording: CD 100-09
Biography
George has taught high school in the Surrey School district for 35 years. He has been president of the Creation Science Association of British Columbia for 25 years.
Booth : L05 - L06 Creation Science Association of British Columbia
Box 39577 WRPO, White Rock BC V4B 5L6 CANADA
Phone: (604) 535-0019
Email: info@creationbc.org
Web: www.creationbc.org
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Apologetics: Empowering Christian Witness in a Postmodern Age
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 07
Adult Seminar
Gordon Carkner
Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship of Canada
Apologetics is a valuable set of tools available for people keen to communicate with more confidence and impact in today’s complex culture. The proven approach taken in this session will lay out a template for areas to strengthen: ways of finding common ground, learning to ask investigative questions, examining cultural barriers to belief, and a methodology for answering the toughest questions. Within this framework of understanding, one can articulate the Christian story in profound ways that connect deeply with the lives, aspirations and struggles of real people. Several excellent resources will be suggested.
Recording: CD 101-09
Biography
Dr. Gordon Carkner completed his doctorate in philosophical theology in 2006 through the University of Wales, UK. He sponsors a ministry among faculty and graduate students at University of British Columbia through IVCF Canada. He has contributed confidence in the articulation of Christian faith.
Booth : K07 Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship of Canada
64 Prince Andrew Place, Toronto ON M3C 2H4 CANADA
Phone: 1-416-443-1170
Fax: 1-416-443-1499
TollFree: 1-800-668-9766
Email: mgibbins@ivcf.ca
Web: www.ivcf.ca
www.urbana.org
Adult Seminar
Gordon Carkner
Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship of Canada
Apologetics is a valuable set of tools available for people keen to communicate with more confidence and impact in today’s complex culture. The proven approach taken in this session will lay out a template for areas to strengthen: ways of finding common ground, learning to ask investigative questions, examining cultural barriers to belief, and a methodology for answering the toughest questions. Within this framework of understanding, one can articulate the Christian story in profound ways that connect deeply with the lives, aspirations and struggles of real people. Several excellent resources will be suggested.
Recording: CD 101-09
Biography
Dr. Gordon Carkner completed his doctorate in philosophical theology in 2006 through the University of Wales, UK. He sponsors a ministry among faculty and graduate students at University of British Columbia through IVCF Canada. He has contributed confidence in the articulation of Christian faith.
Booth : K07 Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship of Canada
64 Prince Andrew Place, Toronto ON M3C 2H4 CANADA
Phone: 1-416-443-1170
Fax: 1-416-443-1499
TollFree: 1-800-668-9766
Email: mgibbins@ivcf.ca
Web: www.ivcf.ca
www.urbana.org
Friday, July 25, 2008
Will the real China please step forward?
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 09
Adult Seminar
David Gotts
International China Concern
The Beijing Olympics has come and gone, and China stands proudly on the world stage. This is a nation experiencing extraordinary change as millions of people are lifed out of poverty. As China emerges, we must have a clear picture of the need and how we can respond with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Recording : CD 102-09
Biography
David Gotts is the Founder and Director of International China Concern - a non-denominational mission organisation that works with abandoned and disabled children in China. David has previously lived and worked in Hong Kong, Taiwan and China for 11 years.
Booth O05 : International China Concern
698 East 64th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5X 2N2 CANADA
Phone: (604) 322-3119
Fax: (604) 322-3119
Email: canada@chinaconcern.org
Web: www.chinaconcern.org
Adult Seminar
David Gotts
International China Concern
The Beijing Olympics has come and gone, and China stands proudly on the world stage. This is a nation experiencing extraordinary change as millions of people are lifed out of poverty. As China emerges, we must have a clear picture of the need and how we can respond with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Recording : CD 102-09
Biography
David Gotts is the Founder and Director of International China Concern - a non-denominational mission organisation that works with abandoned and disabled children in China. David has previously lived and worked in Hong Kong, Taiwan and China for 11 years.
Booth O05 : International China Concern
698 East 64th Avenue, Vancouver BC V5X 2N2 CANADA
Phone: (604) 322-3119
Fax: (604) 322-3119
Email: canada@chinaconcern.org
Web: www.chinaconcern.org
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Business as Mission and the Role of the Global Church - Parts 1 & 2
Saturday : 3:30 PM and 5:00 PM : Room 10
Adult Seminar
Peter Shaukat
Missions Fest Vancouver
This seminar will examine the theological, missiological, commercial and global context for business as an intentional mission strategy. It is oriented towards mobilising men and women with entrepreneurial, business and other professional skills to engage with what is happening at this strategic frontier.
No CD been sold
Biography
I am a businessman-missionary based in Canada, spending more than 50% of my time outside of Canada, running business focused on the Arab world and Asia. I lived 16 years in India and Pakistan. I was executive Director of Interserve for 10 years. I am outside the traditional mold!
Adult Seminar
Peter Shaukat
Missions Fest Vancouver
This seminar will examine the theological, missiological, commercial and global context for business as an intentional mission strategy. It is oriented towards mobilising men and women with entrepreneurial, business and other professional skills to engage with what is happening at this strategic frontier.
No CD been sold
Biography
I am a businessman-missionary based in Canada, spending more than 50% of my time outside of Canada, running business focused on the Arab world and Asia. I lived 16 years in India and Pakistan. I was executive Director of Interserve for 10 years. I am outside the traditional mold!
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Firing Up Prayer in the Local Church
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 11
Adult Seminar
Sara Maynard
Cityscape Prayer Ministries
Sustaining a vibrant prayer ministry is vital for healthy, growing churches. Consistent, faith-filled prayer is also critical to the success of local and international missions. Yet easier said than done! This seminar will give keys to keeping the flame of prayer burning brightly in your church.
Recording: CD 104-09
Biography
Founder and Director of Cityscape Prayer Ministries, Sara Maynard has been leading prayer, training and networking intercessors for 20 years in Canada.
http://www.cityscapeprayer.org/
Adult Seminar
Sara Maynard
Cityscape Prayer Ministries
Sustaining a vibrant prayer ministry is vital for healthy, growing churches. Consistent, faith-filled prayer is also critical to the success of local and international missions. Yet easier said than done! This seminar will give keys to keeping the flame of prayer burning brightly in your church.
Recording: CD 104-09
Biography
Founder and Director of Cityscape Prayer Ministries, Sara Maynard has been leading prayer, training and networking intercessors for 20 years in Canada.
http://www.cityscapeprayer.org/
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Bible translation and Literacy in the Developing World
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 12
Adult Seminar
Neil Anderson
Canada Institute of Linguistics (CanIL) / Wycliffe Bible Translators
God's Word is essential for the growing church. But how will they get it without someone to translate and someone to teach literacy skills? Hear firsthand how the translated Scriptures have impacted isolated language groups. Learn how you can become trained to join the Bible translation movement.
Recording: CD 105-09
Biography
Neil and Carol Anderson worked 35 years with the Folopa people of Papua New Guinea through Wycliffe Bible Translators and the Summer Institute of Linguistics. The Folopa New Testament was published in 2007.
Booth : AA1 Wycliffe Bible Translators/ Canada Institute of Linguistics (CanIL)
7600 Glover Rd, Langley BC V2Y 1Y1 CANADA
Phone: (604) 513-2129
Fax: (604) 513-2128
Email: canil@twu.ca
Web: www.canil.ca
Adult Seminar
Neil Anderson
Canada Institute of Linguistics (CanIL) / Wycliffe Bible Translators
God's Word is essential for the growing church. But how will they get it without someone to translate and someone to teach literacy skills? Hear firsthand how the translated Scriptures have impacted isolated language groups. Learn how you can become trained to join the Bible translation movement.
Recording: CD 105-09
Biography
Neil and Carol Anderson worked 35 years with the Folopa people of Papua New Guinea through Wycliffe Bible Translators and the Summer Institute of Linguistics. The Folopa New Testament was published in 2007.
Booth : AA1 Wycliffe Bible Translators/ Canada Institute of Linguistics (CanIL)
7600 Glover Rd, Langley BC V2Y 1Y1 CANADA
Phone: (604) 513-2129
Fax: (604) 513-2128
Email: canil@twu.ca
Web: www.canil.ca
Monday, July 21, 2008
Building a Legacy Through the 2010 Olympics
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 13
Adult Seminar
David Wells and Jack O'Halloran
More Than Gold (Vancouver Whistler Games Network)
What local churches need to know about getting involved in service and witness opportunities before, during and after the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Opportunities range from hospitality to creative arts, home stay for athletes families to leaving a positive legacy for the homeless.
Recording: CD 106-09
Biography
Jack O'Halloran, Operations manager of More Than Gold, the umbrella organization of ministries preparing for Olympics. More Than Gold is a group of over 200 Christian leaders from business, local churches, ministry organizations and Christian colleges. Their mission is to connect, coordinate and create the Christian communities volunteer involvement for the 2010 Olympics and Paralympics.
http://morethangold.ca/
Adult Seminar
David Wells and Jack O'Halloran
More Than Gold (Vancouver Whistler Games Network)
What local churches need to know about getting involved in service and witness opportunities before, during and after the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Opportunities range from hospitality to creative arts, home stay for athletes families to leaving a positive legacy for the homeless.
Recording: CD 106-09
Biography
Jack O'Halloran, Operations manager of More Than Gold, the umbrella organization of ministries preparing for Olympics. More Than Gold is a group of over 200 Christian leaders from business, local churches, ministry organizations and Christian colleges. Their mission is to connect, coordinate and create the Christian communities volunteer involvement for the 2010 Olympics and Paralympics.
http://morethangold.ca/
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Getting Ready for Cross-Cultural Ministry
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 16
Adult Seminar
Elsie Eileen Adams
Avant Ministries Canada
What kind of preparation is needed to relate to people of another culture. What are some of the steps to take on the journey of understanding and adapting to a new culture? Is evangelism done the same way in all cultures or do methods need to be tailor-made for each one?
Recording: CD 107-09
Biography
A missionary and Bible College teacher in Brazil for about thirty years; also involved in evangelism with Gypsies there. Now does ESL teaching and outreach to Romani/Gypsies in the Vancouver areas.
Booth : O01 Avant Ministries Canada
2121 Henderson Hwy, Winnipeg MB R2G 1P8 CANADA
Phone: 204-338-7831
Fax: 204-339-3321
Email: amc@avmi.org
Web: www.AvantMinistries.org
Adult Seminar
Elsie Eileen Adams
Avant Ministries Canada
What kind of preparation is needed to relate to people of another culture. What are some of the steps to take on the journey of understanding and adapting to a new culture? Is evangelism done the same way in all cultures or do methods need to be tailor-made for each one?
Recording: CD 107-09
Biography
A missionary and Bible College teacher in Brazil for about thirty years; also involved in evangelism with Gypsies there. Now does ESL teaching and outreach to Romani/Gypsies in the Vancouver areas.
Booth : O01 Avant Ministries Canada
2121 Henderson Hwy, Winnipeg MB R2G 1P8 CANADA
Phone: 204-338-7831
Fax: 204-339-3321
Email: amc@avmi.org
Web: www.AvantMinistries.org
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Walking Onsite with God
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 17
Adult Seminar
Glenna Heidt
Canadian Convention of Southern Baptists
All Christians are called to ‘walk with God’. In this seminar we will attempt to help you understand the term ‘prayerwalking’. It will involve training, a short prayerwalk and a time to debrief.
Recording: CD 108-09
Biography
Glenna has worked in the ministry of prayer in Vancouver since 1985 and lives in the area. She has coordinated prayer nationally for the Canadian Convention of Southern Baptists since 1992. Glenna has prayer-walked locally, nationally and internationally.
http://www.cnbc.ca/
Adult Seminar
Glenna Heidt
Canadian Convention of Southern Baptists
All Christians are called to ‘walk with God’. In this seminar we will attempt to help you understand the term ‘prayerwalking’. It will involve training, a short prayerwalk and a time to debrief.
Recording: CD 108-09
Biography
Glenna has worked in the ministry of prayer in Vancouver since 1985 and lives in the area. She has coordinated prayer nationally for the Canadian Convention of Southern Baptists since 1992. Glenna has prayer-walked locally, nationally and internationally.
http://www.cnbc.ca/
Friday, July 18, 2008
Technology in missions
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 18
Adult Seminar
Greg Clarke
Trans World Radio
Many mission organisations rely on technology to broaden ministry. From climbing towers to writing software there are many opportunities in missions for the technically minded. If you have technical skills or are interested in how technology is being used in missions come see how God can use you.
Recording: CD 109-09
Biography
Greg Clarke has served on the mission field since 1995 as a techician. He has served with Trans World Radio in Bonaire, Slovakia and Africa. He now works as a regional technician in Africa installing and maintaining studios.
J09 Trans World Radio
Box 25324, London ON N6C 6B1 CANADA
TollFree: 1-888-672-8510
Email: sirwin@twr.org
Web: www.twrcanada.org
Adult Seminar
Greg Clarke
Trans World Radio
Many mission organisations rely on technology to broaden ministry. From climbing towers to writing software there are many opportunities in missions for the technically minded. If you have technical skills or are interested in how technology is being used in missions come see how God can use you.
Recording: CD 109-09
Biography
Greg Clarke has served on the mission field since 1995 as a techician. He has served with Trans World Radio in Bonaire, Slovakia and Africa. He now works as a regional technician in Africa installing and maintaining studios.
J09 Trans World Radio
Box 25324, London ON N6C 6B1 CANADA
TollFree: 1-888-672-8510
Email: sirwin@twr.org
Web: www.twrcanada.org
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Missionary Giving in Uncertain Economic Times - Panel
Saturday : 3:30 PM : Room 19
Church Missions Committee Track
Bruce Mills
Calvary Baptist Church
Do you often wonder if your donation is reaching its mark? Do you know what percentage is taken for administration? Come and find out how to distinguish between good and not-so-good agencies.
Recording: CD 110-09
Biography
Bruce is a member of the Missions Fest board of directors and has been working on the seminar committee for several years. He has served on various church missions committees and mission boards. He has experienced a short term trip to Mexico and is an enthusiastic missions promoter.
http://www.calvarybaptist.ca/
Church Missions Committee Track
Bruce Mills
Calvary Baptist Church
Do you often wonder if your donation is reaching its mark? Do you know what percentage is taken for administration? Come and find out how to distinguish between good and not-so-good agencies.
Recording: CD 110-09
Biography
Bruce is a member of the Missions Fest board of directors and has been working on the seminar committee for several years. He has served on various church missions committees and mission boards. He has experienced a short term trip to Mexico and is an enthusiastic missions promoter.
http://www.calvarybaptist.ca/
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Orality - How to reach the two thirds of the world who are Oral Leaners - Part 1 and 2
Saturday : 3:30 PM and 5:00 PM : Room 20
Adult Seminar
Douglas Armstrong
Global Recordings Network Canada
Two thirds of the world are non-readers and most of them are oral cultures. How do we reach them? Transferring Western learning styles and thought processes do not work. How do we communicate the Gospel to those who cannot or do not read?
Recording: Part 1 : CD 111-09
Part 2 : CD 126-09
If you purchase the CD for part 1, you will get part 2 free.
Biography
International Coordinator for Global Recordings Network (formerly Gospel Recordings) lived 17 years in Africa as missionaries and then 4 years in England and over 26 years as faith-supported missionaries. Married to Marg for 39 years with 2 grown daughters and 3 very grand kids. Is now living back in Canada.
http://globalrecordings.net/ca
Adult Seminar
Douglas Armstrong
Global Recordings Network Canada
Two thirds of the world are non-readers and most of them are oral cultures. How do we reach them? Transferring Western learning styles and thought processes do not work. How do we communicate the Gospel to those who cannot or do not read?
Recording: Part 1 : CD 111-09
Part 2 : CD 126-09
If you purchase the CD for part 1, you will get part 2 free.
Biography
International Coordinator for Global Recordings Network (formerly Gospel Recordings) lived 17 years in Africa as missionaries and then 4 years in England and over 26 years as faith-supported missionaries. Married to Marg for 39 years with 2 grown daughters and 3 very grand kids. Is now living back in Canada.
http://globalrecordings.net/ca
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Where Prophecy and Missions Meet
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 01
Adult Seminar
Ron Pearce
Empower Ministries
Ron will show from current events how the world is being polarized into two camps - A panic-stricken, fearful and disillusioned unsaved population around the globe and a victorious, powerfully joyful and expectant Bride of Christ. All this as he relates fresh stories of the miraculous works of the Holy Spirit in the spiritual hotspots of the world and shows how all this is a clear sign of the end of the age. Come and hear how people in China, Ethiopia, Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Vietnam and Cambodia) and the Middle East are all coming by the millions to accept Christ as Saviour.
Recording: CD 112-09 / DVD 216-09
Biography
God prepared Ron for his role in missions early in life, bringing visiting missionaries to his home regularly. He and his wife met while training to be missionaries to Vietnam. When the country fell to communism in 1975 that door closed. God had other plans for them - worldwide missions. Today, Ron is Executive Director of Empower Ministries, a global missions organization that exists to strengthen and equip national churches around the world. For almost two decades, Ron has travelled the world to meet national believers who are impacting their countries for Christ. He investigates the best ways that Empower can partner with them in their evangelistic eff orts, and he brings their stories back to Canada. Ron’s reports will inspire and encourage you to impact your area for Christ as well.
Booth A06 : Empower Ministries
48 Alliance Blvd., Suite 104, Barrie ON L4M 5K3 CANADA
Phone: 705-719-1607
Fax: 705-719-2585
TollFree: 1-800-575-1863
Email: askus@empowerministries.ca
Web: www.empowerministries.ca
Adult Seminar
Ron Pearce
Empower Ministries
Ron will show from current events how the world is being polarized into two camps - A panic-stricken, fearful and disillusioned unsaved population around the globe and a victorious, powerfully joyful and expectant Bride of Christ. All this as he relates fresh stories of the miraculous works of the Holy Spirit in the spiritual hotspots of the world and shows how all this is a clear sign of the end of the age. Come and hear how people in China, Ethiopia, Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Vietnam and Cambodia) and the Middle East are all coming by the millions to accept Christ as Saviour.
Recording: CD 112-09 / DVD 216-09
Biography
God prepared Ron for his role in missions early in life, bringing visiting missionaries to his home regularly. He and his wife met while training to be missionaries to Vietnam. When the country fell to communism in 1975 that door closed. God had other plans for them - worldwide missions. Today, Ron is Executive Director of Empower Ministries, a global missions organization that exists to strengthen and equip national churches around the world. For almost two decades, Ron has travelled the world to meet national believers who are impacting their countries for Christ. He investigates the best ways that Empower can partner with them in their evangelistic eff orts, and he brings their stories back to Canada. Ron’s reports will inspire and encourage you to impact your area for Christ as well.
Booth A06 : Empower Ministries
48 Alliance Blvd., Suite 104, Barrie ON L4M 5K3 CANADA
Phone: 705-719-1607
Fax: 705-719-2585
TollFree: 1-800-575-1863
Email: askus@empowerministries.ca
Web: www.empowerministries.ca
Monday, July 14, 2008
Watch and pray.
Saturday
Adult Seminar
5:00 PM
Room 04
Edwin Molendijk and Samuel Adu-Poku
Harvesters Canada
When was the last time you fasted, if you ever did so? What would life be without skills and opportunities to provide for our families and ourselves; this is so real to many developing societies in our global community. However, every man is given a talent according to his ability.
CD 113-09
Edwin Molendijk, born in Holland, lived on a Kibbutz in Ga’Aton, Israel, received Jesus Christ at age 20 in the USA, and tried to solve the world food problem in Thessalonica, Greece. Now, together with Samuel Adu-Poku, he founded Harvesters Canada to rebuild the nation of Ghana, West Africa.
Adult Seminar
5:00 PM
Room 04
Edwin Molendijk and Samuel Adu-Poku
Harvesters Canada
When was the last time you fasted, if you ever did so? What would life be without skills and opportunities to provide for our families and ourselves; this is so real to many developing societies in our global community. However, every man is given a talent according to his ability.
CD 113-09
Edwin Molendijk, born in Holland, lived on a Kibbutz in Ga’Aton, Israel, received Jesus Christ at age 20 in the USA, and tried to solve the world food problem in Thessalonica, Greece. Now, together with Samuel Adu-Poku, he founded Harvesters Canada to rebuild the nation of Ghana, West Africa.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
What do you say after you say ‘Hello!'
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 05
Adult Seminar
Slava Petlitsa
Trinity Western University
Would you like to minister in a 2nd culture but are afraid of learning a new language? Find out why & how to build meaningful intercultural bridges through language acquisition skills. Enjoy learning & practising techniques which can enable sensitive sharing of faith in cross-cultural contexts.
Recording: CD 114-09
Biography
Slava, an instructor in Spanish & Russian at TWU, has worked in mission ministry in Europe & Latin America. As a product of missionary ministry in his homeland of Ukraine and as a member of a Hispanic church, he understands the sometimes difficult dynamics of cross-cultural communication!
Booth : J02 - J03 Trinity Western University
7600 Glover Road, Langley BC V2Y 1Y1 CANADA
Phone: (604) 513-2019
Fax: (604) 513-2064
TollFree: 1-888-468-6898
Email: admissions@twu.ca
Web: www.twu.ca
Adult Seminar
Slava Petlitsa
Trinity Western University
Would you like to minister in a 2nd culture but are afraid of learning a new language? Find out why & how to build meaningful intercultural bridges through language acquisition skills. Enjoy learning & practising techniques which can enable sensitive sharing of faith in cross-cultural contexts.
Recording: CD 114-09
Biography
Slava, an instructor in Spanish & Russian at TWU, has worked in mission ministry in Europe & Latin America. As a product of missionary ministry in his homeland of Ukraine and as a member of a Hispanic church, he understands the sometimes difficult dynamics of cross-cultural communication!
Booth : J02 - J03 Trinity Western University
7600 Glover Road, Langley BC V2Y 1Y1 CANADA
Phone: (604) 513-2019
Fax: (604) 513-2064
TollFree: 1-888-468-6898
Email: admissions@twu.ca
Web: www.twu.ca
Saturday, July 12, 2008
So You Think You're Ready?
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 06
Adult Seminar
Nicholas Short
C4L Canada (Lowveld Centre for LifeLong Learning - Canada)
What kind of mission? Where do I fit in? Who do I speak to about missions? What skills do I have and what do I need? How do I apply? Preparing my application. Developing my testament. Fund raising my support, I can't ask for money. Working as a team. What do know about my destination. Am I ready?
Recording: CD 115-09
Biography
Nick is the Executive Director of C4L Canada and has been involved in the organizing of many mission trips to Africa. From initial selection, training and preparation of missionaries to fund raising and trip planning, Nick has been involved in every step of preparing for missionary service.
Booth : H05 C4L Canada (Lowveld Centre for LifeLong Learning - Canada)
301 1050 Bowron Crt., North Vancouver BC V7H 2X6 CANADA
Phone: 1-604-983-9743
Email: nick.short@c4lc.org
Web: www.c4lc.org
Adult Seminar
Nicholas Short
C4L Canada (Lowveld Centre for LifeLong Learning - Canada)
What kind of mission? Where do I fit in? Who do I speak to about missions? What skills do I have and what do I need? How do I apply? Preparing my application. Developing my testament. Fund raising my support, I can't ask for money. Working as a team. What do know about my destination. Am I ready?
Recording: CD 115-09
Biography
Nick is the Executive Director of C4L Canada and has been involved in the organizing of many mission trips to Africa. From initial selection, training and preparation of missionaries to fund raising and trip planning, Nick has been involved in every step of preparing for missionary service.
Booth : H05 C4L Canada (Lowveld Centre for LifeLong Learning - Canada)
301 1050 Bowron Crt., North Vancouver BC V7H 2X6 CANADA
Phone: 1-604-983-9743
Email: nick.short@c4lc.org
Web: www.c4lc.org
Friday, July 11, 2008
Ministry to Youth that Struggle
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 07
Youth Leaders Seminars
Bryan Kliewer
Exodus Global Alliance
Christian & non-Christian youth may think they've been born gay, wonder if they can have a relationship with God, wonder how God fits into their sexuality and aren’t sure if there is a place for them in the church. This seminar will talk about how youth leaders can reach out and minister to youth.
Recording: CD 116-09
Biography
Bryan Kliewer is the director of Exodus Global Alliance, a world-wide ministry to people affected by homosexuality. Exodus was started by and is filled with people who once were homosexuals but aren’t anymore — able to speak from personal experience about God’s love for people with sexual struggles.
Booth : U02 Exodus Global Alliance
PO Box 21039, Ajax ON L1S 7H2 CANADA
Phone: (416) 283-9797
Fax: (416) 283-9797
Email: info@exodusglobalalliance.org
Web: www.exodusglobalalliance.org
Youth Leaders Seminars
Bryan Kliewer
Exodus Global Alliance
Christian & non-Christian youth may think they've been born gay, wonder if they can have a relationship with God, wonder how God fits into their sexuality and aren’t sure if there is a place for them in the church. This seminar will talk about how youth leaders can reach out and minister to youth.
Recording: CD 116-09
Biography
Bryan Kliewer is the director of Exodus Global Alliance, a world-wide ministry to people affected by homosexuality. Exodus was started by and is filled with people who once were homosexuals but aren’t anymore — able to speak from personal experience about God’s love for people with sexual struggles.
Booth : U02 Exodus Global Alliance
PO Box 21039, Ajax ON L1S 7H2 CANADA
Phone: (416) 283-9797
Fax: (416) 283-9797
Email: info@exodusglobalalliance.org
Web: www.exodusglobalalliance.org
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Sports Ministry Outreach
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 09
Adult Seminar
Jack O'Halloran
More Than Gold (Vancouver Whistler Games Network)
Prepare Your Church for 2010 Ministry during the Olympics. They are coming to town! Let's start now to prepare for this significant outreach opportunity.
Recording: CD 117-09
Biography
Jack O'Halloran : Operations manager of More Than Gold, the umbrella organization of ministries preparing for Olympics. More Than Gold is a group of over 200 Christian leaders from business, local churches, ministry organizations and Christian colleges. Their mission is to connect, coordinate and create the Christian communities volunteer involvement for the 2010 Olympics and Paralympics.
http://morethangold.ca/
Adult Seminar
Jack O'Halloran
More Than Gold (Vancouver Whistler Games Network)
Prepare Your Church for 2010 Ministry during the Olympics. They are coming to town! Let's start now to prepare for this significant outreach opportunity.
Recording: CD 117-09
Biography
Jack O'Halloran : Operations manager of More Than Gold, the umbrella organization of ministries preparing for Olympics. More Than Gold is a group of over 200 Christian leaders from business, local churches, ministry organizations and Christian colleges. Their mission is to connect, coordinate and create the Christian communities volunteer involvement for the 2010 Olympics and Paralympics.
http://morethangold.ca/
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Where Law Enforcement Meets Missions.
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 11
Adult Seminar
Brian McConaghy
The Ratanak Foundation
Rescue and Rehabilitation of children from brothels. A glimpse into a very dark, and apparently hopeless, world of violence and slavery in the child brothels of Cambodia. Yet hope and light are to be found wherever Christ is – and Christ is there! (This is not a seminar for children.)
NO CD Been sold for this Seminar
Biography
Brian McConaghy is the Founding Director of the Ratanak Foundation, working in Cambodia. He has 23 years service in the RCMP as a Forensic Firearms Specialist. 19 of those years he served Cambodia as a volunteer. He now works full time with Ratanak following his call to the people of Cambodia.
Booth : H04 The Ratanak Foundation
521 - 3495 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4R3 Canada
Phone: 778-833-1963
Email: brian@ratanak.org
Web: www.ratanak.org
Adult Seminar
Brian McConaghy
The Ratanak Foundation
Rescue and Rehabilitation of children from brothels. A glimpse into a very dark, and apparently hopeless, world of violence and slavery in the child brothels of Cambodia. Yet hope and light are to be found wherever Christ is – and Christ is there! (This is not a seminar for children.)
NO CD Been sold for this Seminar
Biography
Brian McConaghy is the Founding Director of the Ratanak Foundation, working in Cambodia. He has 23 years service in the RCMP as a Forensic Firearms Specialist. 19 of those years he served Cambodia as a volunteer. He now works full time with Ratanak following his call to the people of Cambodia.
Booth : H04 The Ratanak Foundation
521 - 3495 Cambie Street, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4R3 Canada
Phone: 778-833-1963
Email: brian@ratanak.org
Web: www.ratanak.org
Monday, July 7, 2008
First Nations and Creator... Cool Stuff Going On...
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 12
Adult Seminar
Tim Higginbotham, Don DeHart and Temera Williams
North America Indigenous Ministries (NAIM)
God is stirring Christian indigenous peoples to rise up as a mission force. First Nations Christian leaders and communities are gaining capacity spiritually and socially. The non-First Nations church needs to change to recognize these realities. Come hear stories of what’s happening & how to pray!
Recording: CD 120-09
Biography
Having lived and shared the good news of Jesus Christ among North American First Nation communities for several decades these folks are passionate about what God is doing in the Native church today. NAIM’s First Nations Partnership team desires to serve alongside First Nations as co-equals in ministry.
Booth : N05 North America Indigenous Ministries (NAIM)
PO Box 39, Delta BC V4K 3N5 CANADA
Phone: (604) 946-1227
Fax: (604) 946-1465
Email: office@naim.ca
Web: www.naim.ca
Adult Seminar
Tim Higginbotham, Don DeHart and Temera Williams
North America Indigenous Ministries (NAIM)
God is stirring Christian indigenous peoples to rise up as a mission force. First Nations Christian leaders and communities are gaining capacity spiritually and socially. The non-First Nations church needs to change to recognize these realities. Come hear stories of what’s happening & how to pray!
Recording: CD 120-09
Biography
Having lived and shared the good news of Jesus Christ among North American First Nation communities for several decades these folks are passionate about what God is doing in the Native church today. NAIM’s First Nations Partnership team desires to serve alongside First Nations as co-equals in ministry.
Booth : N05 North America Indigenous Ministries (NAIM)
PO Box 39, Delta BC V4K 3N5 CANADA
Phone: (604) 946-1227
Fax: (604) 946-1465
Email: office@naim.ca
Web: www.naim.ca
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Nursing in South Sudan
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 13
Adult Seminar
Anna Perry
Medair
Reflections on things I wish I had known, things I'm glad I didn't know and what helped me get through the rough bits.
Recording: CD 121-09
Biography
Anna Perry Attended Trinity Western University in Langley, BC for her BSN. She worked in acute and critical care for 3 years in the US before going overseas to work with Medair in South Sudan for about a year and a half.
Booth : V02 - V03 Medair
P.O. Box 4476, Wheaton IL 60187 USA
Phone: 1 (630)-871-6868
Fax: 1 (630)-871-6869
TollFree: 1-866-599-1795
Email: united.states@medair.org
Web: www.medair.org
Adult Seminar
Anna Perry
Medair
Reflections on things I wish I had known, things I'm glad I didn't know and what helped me get through the rough bits.
Recording: CD 121-09
Biography
Anna Perry Attended Trinity Western University in Langley, BC for her BSN. She worked in acute and critical care for 3 years in the US before going overseas to work with Medair in South Sudan for about a year and a half.
Booth : V02 - V03 Medair
P.O. Box 4476, Wheaton IL 60187 USA
Phone: 1 (630)-871-6868
Fax: 1 (630)-871-6869
TollFree: 1-866-599-1795
Email: united.states@medair.org
Web: www.medair.org
Saturday, July 5, 2008
Student Loans - A Blessing or a Hindrance?
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 16
Youth Seminar
Art Klassen
Arab World Ministries
A look at financing the education needed to get into Creative Access countries, with some practical suggestions for keeping the debt load to a minimum for students preparing for ministry.
Recording: CD 122-09
Biography
Art, a retired school teacher, along with his wife Eleanore have served as mobilizers with Arab World Ministries for the last 13 years. They have travelled to several Arab countries, working with university students, preparing them for Ministry.
Booth : A02 Arab World Ministries
PO Box 3398, Cambridge ON N3H 4T3 CANADA
Phone: 1-519-624-6170
Fax: 1-519-624-6576
TollFree: 1-888-624-6170
Email: bruce.cornfield@a2bmail.net
Web: www.awmcanada.org
Youth Seminar
Art Klassen
Arab World Ministries
A look at financing the education needed to get into Creative Access countries, with some practical suggestions for keeping the debt load to a minimum for students preparing for ministry.
Recording: CD 122-09
Biography
Art, a retired school teacher, along with his wife Eleanore have served as mobilizers with Arab World Ministries for the last 13 years. They have travelled to several Arab countries, working with university students, preparing them for Ministry.
Booth : A02 Arab World Ministries
PO Box 3398, Cambridge ON N3H 4T3 CANADA
Phone: 1-519-624-6170
Fax: 1-519-624-6576
TollFree: 1-888-624-6170
Email: bruce.cornfield@a2bmail.net
Web: www.awmcanada.org
Friday, July 4, 2008
Creation Care: Part of God’s Mission for your Life?
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 17
Adult Seminar
Markku Kostamo
A Rocha Canada - Christians in Conservation
How should faithful followers of Christ respond to the ever-increasing list of environmental concerns in the world? This presentation will briefly outline the Biblical mandate to care for the earth. It will also illustrate the relevance, timeliness, necessity, and holistic nature of this burgeoning aspect of 21st century Christian mission.
Recording: CD 123-09
Biography
Markku and Leah Kostamo are spearheading the vision and work of the Canadian A Rocha projects. They come with diverse backgrounds and experience in ecology, theology, campus ministry, and education. Markku is a Professional Biologist and outdoor enthusiast and has worked as an environmental consultant. Leah has taught in both college and high school settings and has also served as a campus chaplain. Markku and Leah love to spend time outside with their two daughters Maya and Bryn.
Booth U06 A Rocha Canada - Christians in Conservation
512-172nd Street, Surrey BC V3S 9R3 CANADA
Phone: (604) 542-9022
Email: canada@arocha.org
Web: www.arocha.org
Adult Seminar
Markku Kostamo
A Rocha Canada - Christians in Conservation
How should faithful followers of Christ respond to the ever-increasing list of environmental concerns in the world? This presentation will briefly outline the Biblical mandate to care for the earth. It will also illustrate the relevance, timeliness, necessity, and holistic nature of this burgeoning aspect of 21st century Christian mission.
Recording: CD 123-09
Biography
Markku and Leah Kostamo are spearheading the vision and work of the Canadian A Rocha projects. They come with diverse backgrounds and experience in ecology, theology, campus ministry, and education. Markku is a Professional Biologist and outdoor enthusiast and has worked as an environmental consultant. Leah has taught in both college and high school settings and has also served as a campus chaplain. Markku and Leah love to spend time outside with their two daughters Maya and Bryn.
Booth U06 A Rocha Canada - Christians in Conservation
512-172nd Street, Surrey BC V3S 9R3 CANADA
Phone: (604) 542-9022
Email: canada@arocha.org
Web: www.arocha.org
Thursday, July 3, 2008
China's Tipping Point
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 18
Adult Seminar
Becky Neufeld
Leadership Development International
China's current economic growth has positioned her as a dominant leader on the world stage and yet there are very few world-class Chinese leaders. The development of leaders in China today will determine how China will influence the world tomorrow.
Recording: CD 124-09
Biography
Becky Neufeld spent the summer in China teaching English. Her experience impacted her so greatly, she left a busy career to work in China, returning to the US 13 years later. With experience in Chinese education, government relations and business, she now works in fund development for LDI.
Booth : S01 Leadership Development International
4405 Mall Boulevard, Suite 200, Union City GA 30291 USA
Phone: 1 (678) 783-4900
Fax: 1 (678) 783-4919
TollFree: 1-800-436-0379
Email: vp@ldius.org
Web: www.ldichina.com
Adult Seminar
Becky Neufeld
Leadership Development International
China's current economic growth has positioned her as a dominant leader on the world stage and yet there are very few world-class Chinese leaders. The development of leaders in China today will determine how China will influence the world tomorrow.
Recording: CD 124-09
Biography
Becky Neufeld spent the summer in China teaching English. Her experience impacted her so greatly, she left a busy career to work in China, returning to the US 13 years later. With experience in Chinese education, government relations and business, she now works in fund development for LDI.
Booth : S01 Leadership Development International
4405 Mall Boulevard, Suite 200, Union City GA 30291 USA
Phone: 1 (678) 783-4900
Fax: 1 (678) 783-4919
TollFree: 1-800-436-0379
Email: vp@ldius.org
Web: www.ldichina.com
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Teachers: Being salt & light in Public Schools
Saturday : 5:00 PM : Room 19
Adult Seminar
Bruce Mills
Calvary Baptist Church
A panel of public school educators - student teachers, teachers, administrators - discuss their calling. This session is designed to encourage those contemplating a career in education.
Recording: CD 125-09
Biography
Bruce is a member of the Missions Fest board of directors and has been working on the seminar committee for several years. He has served on various church missions committees and mission boards. He has experienced a short term trip to Mexico and is an enthusiastic missions promoter.
http://www.calvarybaptist.ca/
Adult Seminar
Bruce Mills
Calvary Baptist Church
A panel of public school educators - student teachers, teachers, administrators - discuss their calling. This session is designed to encourage those contemplating a career in education.
Recording: CD 125-09
Biography
Bruce is a member of the Missions Fest board of directors and has been working on the seminar committee for several years. He has served on various church missions committees and mission boards. He has experienced a short term trip to Mexico and is an enthusiastic missions promoter.
http://www.calvarybaptist.ca/
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