Friday : 3:00 PM : Room 18
Adult Seminar
Bryan Kliewer
Exodus Global Alliance
155 million people are involved with homosexuality, in every country around the world. Sometimes they seem to be a deliberately unreached people-group. How should the church reach out to them? God's truth and grace will guide you in reaching out to the homosexual next door or around the world.
Recording : CD 31-09
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
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
So you think you have no skills!
Friday : 3:00 PM : Room 19
Opportunities Track
Brian McConaghy
The Ratanak Foundation
This seminar is designed to encourage those who do not have the traditional theological or medical skills normally associated with missions. Using his personal experience, ex RCMP member, Brian McConaghy will demonstrate what skills God really needs to be useful - either overseas or locally!
Recording : CD 32-09
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
Opportunities Track
Brian McConaghy
The Ratanak Foundation
This seminar is designed to encourage those who do not have the traditional theological or medical skills normally associated with missions. Using his personal experience, ex RCMP member, Brian McConaghy will demonstrate what skills God really needs to be useful - either overseas or locally!
Recording : CD 32-09
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
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Do all Religions Lead to God?
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 04
Adult Seminar
Roland Muller
WEC International (Worldwide Evangelization for Christ International)
Everyone has their own way... right? So why should we try and convert other people to our religion? This seminar looks at Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Wiccaism and New Age teachings. Discover which, if any of them lead to God. Discover the difference between spiritualism and being spiritual.
Recording : CD 34-09
Biography
Roland has served as a missionary with WEC International for more than 30 years. He is the author of many books and has a worldwide speaking and mentoring ministry.
Booth : M01 WEC International (Worldwide Evangelization for Christ International)
37 Aberdeen Ave, Hamilton ON L8P 2N6 CANADA
Phone: 1-905-206-0166
Fax: 1-905-529-0306
Email: canwi@cogeco.net
Web: www.wec-canada.org
Adult Seminar
Roland Muller
WEC International (Worldwide Evangelization for Christ International)
Everyone has their own way... right? So why should we try and convert other people to our religion? This seminar looks at Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Wiccaism and New Age teachings. Discover which, if any of them lead to God. Discover the difference between spiritualism and being spiritual.
Recording : CD 34-09
Biography
Roland has served as a missionary with WEC International for more than 30 years. He is the author of many books and has a worldwide speaking and mentoring ministry.
Booth : M01 WEC International (Worldwide Evangelization for Christ International)
37 Aberdeen Ave, Hamilton ON L8P 2N6 CANADA
Phone: 1-905-206-0166
Fax: 1-905-529-0306
Email: canwi@cogeco.net
Web: www.wec-canada.org
Monday, October 27, 2008
Missions Assessment Profile
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 05
Church Missions Committee Track
Don Klaassen
Centre for World Mission BC
Evaluate and improve the global mission team or committee effectiveness in your church. Learn how to use a proven diagnostic tool and discover resources that can help celebrate your strengths and strengthen your weaknesses. Covers areas of leadership, mobilization, support and sending.
Recording : CD 35-09
Biography
Don’s cross cultural experience includes leading teams in Asia and Europe, Tsunami relief in Thailand and evangelism in Peru. In B.C. Don helps churches reach their Global Mission potential with encouragement, coaching and equipping through Centre for World Mission B.C.
Booth : D06 Centre for World Mission BC
P.O. Box 1223 - Metrotown RPO, Burnaby BC V5H 4J8 CANADA
Phone: 1-604-856-3858
Fax: 1-604-856-3858
Email: cwmbc@telus.net
Web: www.cwmbc.org
Church Missions Committee Track
Don Klaassen
Centre for World Mission BC
Evaluate and improve the global mission team or committee effectiveness in your church. Learn how to use a proven diagnostic tool and discover resources that can help celebrate your strengths and strengthen your weaknesses. Covers areas of leadership, mobilization, support and sending.
Recording : CD 35-09
Biography
Don’s cross cultural experience includes leading teams in Asia and Europe, Tsunami relief in Thailand and evangelism in Peru. In B.C. Don helps churches reach their Global Mission potential with encouragement, coaching and equipping through Centre for World Mission B.C.
Booth : D06 Centre for World Mission BC
P.O. Box 1223 - Metrotown RPO, Burnaby BC V5H 4J8 CANADA
Phone: 1-604-856-3858
Fax: 1-604-856-3858
Email: cwmbc@telus.net
Web: www.cwmbc.org
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Partnering Churches with Missionaries Through Radio
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 07
Adult Seminar
Allan McGuirl
Galcom International Inc.
Radio is often the best method to reach the unreached with the gospel. Find out about projects around the world where God is moving using radio and learn how to match your church's vision for the lost in specific areas to the work that is going on there.
Recording : CD 36-09
Biography
Rev. Allan McGuirl has been serving God as a Pastor and Mission Agency Director for over 30 years. He has traveled literally all over the world equipping missionaries with radio equipment to reach the unreached and mobilizing the church to fulfill the great commission. His life verse is Ps 37:5.
Booth : L01 - L02 Galcom International Inc.
115 Nebo Road, Hamilton ON L8W 2E1 CANADA
Phone: (905) 574-4626
Fax: (905) 574-4633
TollFree: 1-877-242-5266
Email: galcom@galcom.org
Web: www.galcom.org
Adult Seminar
Allan McGuirl
Galcom International Inc.
Radio is often the best method to reach the unreached with the gospel. Find out about projects around the world where God is moving using radio and learn how to match your church's vision for the lost in specific areas to the work that is going on there.
Recording : CD 36-09
Biography
Rev. Allan McGuirl has been serving God as a Pastor and Mission Agency Director for over 30 years. He has traveled literally all over the world equipping missionaries with radio equipment to reach the unreached and mobilizing the church to fulfill the great commission. His life verse is Ps 37:5.
Booth : L01 - L02 Galcom International Inc.
115 Nebo Road, Hamilton ON L8W 2E1 CANADA
Phone: (905) 574-4626
Fax: (905) 574-4633
TollFree: 1-877-242-5266
Email: galcom@galcom.org
Web: www.galcom.org
Saturday, October 25, 2008
How to set up an effective Prayer Support Network
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 08
Adult Seminar
Mark Hawkes
Medair
What are the benefits of a relational prayer network? Who do you want on your team praying for you? What do you want them to pray for if they never hear from you?
Recording : CD 37-09
Biography
Mark Hawkes has worked for Medair, an emergency relief and rehabilitation organisation, for 3 years. He set up an effective prayer network there for overseas staff working in difficult locations, and in their Swiss HQ. Previously he worked at All Nations Christian College (UK) as Marketing Manager.
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
Mark Hawkes
Medair
What are the benefits of a relational prayer network? Who do you want on your team praying for you? What do you want them to pray for if they never hear from you?
Recording : CD 37-09
Biography
Mark Hawkes has worked for Medair, an emergency relief and rehabilitation organisation, for 3 years. He set up an effective prayer network there for overseas staff working in difficult locations, and in their Swiss HQ. Previously he worked at All Nations Christian College (UK) as Marketing Manager.
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
Friday, October 24, 2008
Your Muslim Friend
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 09
Adult Seminar
Amal Gendi
Arab World Ministries
A practical presentation on how to reach out to your friends who have a Muslim background. With examples from his life and ministry, Amal brings to the seminar years of experience and helpful tips.
Recording : CD 38-09
Biography
Amal is an Egyptian Canadian. He has spent most of his adult life in the business world, most recently as the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of CUBE Plastics. He is a trained veterinarian and has completed a Master of Theological Studies degree. He is a recent appointee as Executive Director of AWM Canada.
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
Adult Seminar
Amal Gendi
Arab World Ministries
A practical presentation on how to reach out to your friends who have a Muslim background. With examples from his life and ministry, Amal brings to the seminar years of experience and helpful tips.
Recording : CD 38-09
Biography
Amal is an Egyptian Canadian. He has spent most of his adult life in the business world, most recently as the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of CUBE Plastics. He is a trained veterinarian and has completed a Master of Theological Studies degree. He is a recent appointee as Executive Director of AWM Canada.
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
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Sudan - A complex emergency
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 11
Adult Seminar
Roger Sandberg
Medair (International Humanitarian Aid Organisation)
Most people have heard of the crisis in Darfur. Come and hear about the complexity of Sudan and why the crisis continues today. We will cover a brief history and begin to unravel the issues that are factoring into this on-going crisis.
Recording : CD 39-09
Biography
Roger first experienced relief work in Sudan in 1999. After studying Business-Economics and Bible-Theology he went on to receive a Masters in Business Administration (MBA). Roger has spent 5 years in East and Central Africa working and travelling through Kenya, Southern Sudan, Uganda and DR Congo.
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
Roger Sandberg
Medair (International Humanitarian Aid Organisation)
Most people have heard of the crisis in Darfur. Come and hear about the complexity of Sudan and why the crisis continues today. We will cover a brief history and begin to unravel the issues that are factoring into this on-going crisis.
Recording : CD 39-09
Biography
Roger first experienced relief work in Sudan in 1999. After studying Business-Economics and Bible-Theology he went on to receive a Masters in Business Administration (MBA). Roger has spent 5 years in East and Central Africa working and travelling through Kenya, Southern Sudan, Uganda and DR Congo.
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
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
God, What Do You Want From Me?
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 15
Adult Seminar
William Lee
Calling and Discernment in Missions
OMF International - Canada
Do you wonder what your calling is in life? Have you ever asked God: what do you want from me? If you have, then you are not alone. Many Christians today struggle with discernment. Join us to discover together what God has said in the Bible in regard to these questions.
Recording : CD 40-09
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
Adult Seminar
William Lee
Calling and Discernment in Missions
OMF International - Canada
Do you wonder what your calling is in life? Have you ever asked God: what do you want from me? If you have, then you are not alone. Many Christians today struggle with discernment. Join us to discover together what God has said in the Bible in regard to these questions.
Recording : CD 40-09
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
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
10 Ways to Be a Media Missionary - locally or internationally
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 16
Adult Seminar
Howard Andrews
OMF International - Canada
Media has always played a vital role in missions. Global communications, new media tools, the Internet and advances in print technology provide more opportunities than ever to serve in this exciting field. Find out how you can be involved, whether from your own home or at the ends of the earth.
Recording : CD 41-09
Biography
Howard has served for 12 years as a consultant to a Christian publisher in a major Asian city and as a trainer. He is a member of the international media advisory board to his mission agency. Howard leads a team engaged in holistic ministry to Muslims in a major Asian city.
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
Adult Seminar
Howard Andrews
OMF International - Canada
Media has always played a vital role in missions. Global communications, new media tools, the Internet and advances in print technology provide more opportunities than ever to serve in this exciting field. Find out how you can be involved, whether from your own home or at the ends of the earth.
Recording : CD 41-09
Biography
Howard has served for 12 years as a consultant to a Christian publisher in a major Asian city and as a trainer. He is a member of the international media advisory board to his mission agency. Howard leads a team engaged in holistic ministry to Muslims in a major Asian city.
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
Monday, October 20, 2008
Reaching Families through Local Children's Ministries
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 17
Adult Seminar
Howard Pike
Christian Service Brigade Canada
Almost all parents want their children to have the wholesome values which the local church offers. This seminar looks at ways to present effective children's club ministries which not only impart Christ's values into children, but also draw their parents into a life with Christ and His Church.
Recording : CD 42-09
Biography
Howard is the BC Regional Director for CSB Ministries Canada and has been involved with Brigade since his teen years. His ministry includes equipping churches and their people to effectively win and train boys and girls for Christ.
Booth : C05 Christian Service Brigade Canada
1511 Sprice Avenue, Coquitlam BC V5J 2P5 CANADA
Phone: (604) 936-8397
Fax: (604) 936-8311
TollFree: 1-800-615-1511
Email: hpike@intergate.ca
Web: www.csbministries.org
Adult Seminar
Howard Pike
Christian Service Brigade Canada
Almost all parents want their children to have the wholesome values which the local church offers. This seminar looks at ways to present effective children's club ministries which not only impart Christ's values into children, but also draw their parents into a life with Christ and His Church.
Recording : CD 42-09
Biography
Howard is the BC Regional Director for CSB Ministries Canada and has been involved with Brigade since his teen years. His ministry includes equipping churches and their people to effectively win and train boys and girls for Christ.
Booth : C05 Christian Service Brigade Canada
1511 Sprice Avenue, Coquitlam BC V5J 2P5 CANADA
Phone: (604) 936-8397
Fax: (604) 936-8311
TollFree: 1-800-615-1511
Email: hpike@intergate.ca
Web: www.csbministries.org
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Look What God Does When We Pray!
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 18
Adult Seminar
Samir
Missions Fest Vancouver
Come and hear stories about how God is answering prayer in amazing ways in the lives of people from the Arab World! Hear a live testimony, see short videos about ministry to Arabic speaking people and stories from people serving in-country.
Recording : CD 43-09
Biography
Samir and his wife, are Canadians from an Egyptian background and serve full-time in missions through media to Arabic speaking people wherever they are found.
Adult Seminar
Samir
Missions Fest Vancouver
Come and hear stories about how God is answering prayer in amazing ways in the lives of people from the Arab World! Hear a live testimony, see short videos about ministry to Arabic speaking people and stories from people serving in-country.
Recording : CD 43-09
Biography
Samir and his wife, are Canadians from an Egyptian background and serve full-time in missions through media to Arabic speaking people wherever they are found.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Answering Questions From Muslims
Friday : 4:30 PM : Room 19
Adult Seminar
Laurence Epp
ReachAcross (formerly Red Sea Team Canada)
How can we helpfully discuss our Christian faith with Muslims? How can we answer the tough questions that committed, well informed Muslims will ask of us? What is acceptable in a dialogue?
Recording : CD 44-09
Biography
Laurence Epp is currently International Director of ReachAcross, formerly Red Sea Mission Team. He and his wife have served for 24 years in three countries bordering the Red Sea. Laurence has set up a language school as a business and has served in many leadership capacities.
Booth : F08 ReachAcross (formerly Red Sea Team Canada)
PO Box 88520 Newton TWN, Surrey BC V3W OX1 CANADA
Phone: (604) 596-7937
Fax: (604) 596-7926
Email: rsmtc@shaw.ca
Web: www.rsmt.ca
Adult Seminar
Laurence Epp
ReachAcross (formerly Red Sea Team Canada)
How can we helpfully discuss our Christian faith with Muslims? How can we answer the tough questions that committed, well informed Muslims will ask of us? What is acceptable in a dialogue?
Recording : CD 44-09
Biography
Laurence Epp is currently International Director of ReachAcross, formerly Red Sea Mission Team. He and his wife have served for 24 years in three countries bordering the Red Sea. Laurence has set up a language school as a business and has served in many leadership capacities.
Booth : F08 ReachAcross (formerly Red Sea Team Canada)
PO Box 88520 Newton TWN, Surrey BC V3W OX1 CANADA
Phone: (604) 596-7937
Fax: (604) 596-7926
Email: rsmtc@shaw.ca
Web: www.rsmt.ca
Friday, October 17, 2008
Club 67 - Now Walk on Water
Friday : 7:00 PM : Room 1
Club 67
Mark Buchanan
Missions Fest 2009 Plenary Speaker
$4 / $3
Recording : CD 45-09 / DVD 207-09
Biography
Mark Buchanan is an author and pastor living on Vancouver Island. Publications include Your God is Too Safe, Things Unseen, The Holy Wild, The Rest of God, and Hidden in Plain Sight. His sixth book, A Man for All Seasons, is due for release in early 2010. His articles are regularly found in such publications as Books & Culture, Christianity Today, The Christian Century, Leadership Journal, Discipleship Journal, and Christian Week.
http://markbuchanan.net/
Club 67
Mark Buchanan
Missions Fest 2009 Plenary Speaker
$4 / $3
Recording : CD 45-09 / DVD 207-09
Biography
Mark Buchanan is an author and pastor living on Vancouver Island. Publications include Your God is Too Safe, Things Unseen, The Holy Wild, The Rest of God, and Hidden in Plain Sight. His sixth book, A Man for All Seasons, is due for release in early 2010. His articles are regularly found in such publications as Books & Culture, Christianity Today, The Christian Century, Leadership Journal, Discipleship Journal, and Christian Week.
http://markbuchanan.net/
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Jolt - Friday Night Youth Rally - Life Under the Overpass
Friday : 7:00 PM : Hall C - Convention Center Level
Jolt
Mike Yankoski
Missions Fest 2009 Plenary Speaker
$7 / $5
Recording : CD 46-09 / DVD 208-09
Biography
Mike Yankoski is an author of the book Under the Overpass which captures his journey on the streets and relates the people and experiences that forever changed his life during the five month journey. Today, Mike has a passion to push Christians to live an active and out-loud lifestyle of faith, directed by God’s will, centered on His Word, and engaged with the surrounding world. He is excited to use the story of Christ’s love and calling in his life to captivate and motivate Christians into deeper faith and stronger action.
http://www.undertheoverpass.com/
Jolt
Mike Yankoski
Missions Fest 2009 Plenary Speaker
$7 / $5
Recording : CD 46-09 / DVD 208-09
Biography
Mike Yankoski is an author of the book Under the Overpass which captures his journey on the streets and relates the people and experiences that forever changed his life during the five month journey. Today, Mike has a passion to push Christians to live an active and out-loud lifestyle of faith, directed by God’s will, centered on His Word, and engaged with the surrounding world. He is excited to use the story of Christ’s love and calling in his life to captivate and motivate Christians into deeper faith and stronger action.
http://www.undertheoverpass.com/
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Tony Campolo - Red Letter Prayers
Friday : 7:00 PM : Hall A - Convention Center Level
Plenary Session
Tony Campolo
Missions Fest 2009 Plenary Speaker
Missions Fest speakers will address the theme of prayer. Tony Campolo’s initial plenary address is titled ‘Red Letter Prayers,’ and focuses upon the red-letter words of Jesus.
Prayer is the Missions Fest 2009 theme ...
Recording : CD 47-09 / DVD 209-09
Biography
Tony Campolo is Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Eastern University in St. Davids, Pennsylvania. He previously served for ten years on the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of Eastern College and earned a Ph.D. from Temple University.
http://www.tonycampolo.org/
Plenary Session
Tony Campolo
Missions Fest 2009 Plenary Speaker
Missions Fest speakers will address the theme of prayer. Tony Campolo’s initial plenary address is titled ‘Red Letter Prayers,’ and focuses upon the red-letter words of Jesus.
Prayer is the Missions Fest 2009 theme ...
Recording : CD 47-09 / DVD 209-09
Biography
Tony Campolo is Professor Emeritus of Sociology at Eastern University in St. Davids, Pennsylvania. He previously served for ten years on the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of Eastern College and earned a Ph.D. from Temple University.
http://www.tonycampolo.org/
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