Outreach & Discipleship

In a fast-paced, increasingly disconnected world, this session focuses on maintaining a personal, heartfelt approach to ministry. Learn how to foster genuine relationships and meaningful connections, even as society shifts toward digital and impersonal interactions. We’ll explore practical strategies to keep ministry grounded in compassion and community, ensuring that people feel seen, valued, and cared for. This session will help you cultivate a “rural heart” that thrives in an urbanized world.

Every community has a group of homeschooling families — whether they’re a part of your church or just from the community. These families seek opportunities for their children to learn, grow, and build friendships. In this class, you’ll discover the powerful impact a Christian homeschool co-op can have within your local church. We’ll guide you through the purpose of a homeschool co-op, how to launch one through your local church, and provide practical tools to help you lead and manage it effectively.

Ministry in the local church takes many faithful servants of the Lord. Young adults must be poised for some of the greatest growth and strengthening of the local church. Join us as we explore different avenues to help cultivate a young adult's heart to lead and to serve in God's work.

Join us as we explore how to create a culture of discipleship in a Christian school. We will examine methods including Chapel, Bible classes, mentoring relationships, and serving opportunities to help staff and students find and follow Jesus.

It is important for us to be mentoring others. Often, we say too little or too much. Many times we don't have enough blunt conversations. This session gives principles on how to approach mentoring someone effectively.

The Sunday morning bus ride to church and drop off after church can and should be an exciting weekly experience for your riders. Learn some ways to enhance that experience so your riders want to come back before they even get off the bus.

Learn common mistakes to avoid. Learn how to be very clear when leading kids to Christ! If a child is ready to get saved, how do you help them pray on their own? How do you help kids who repeatedly respond to get saved receive assurance?

Our Lord taught us to pray for laborers and the consistent emphasis of Scripture is on the vital development of the next generation. One of the greatest needs in our churches at this time is the enlistment and encouragement of young servants of Christ. Study with us the biblical model for discipling the next wave of spiritual leaders. Every Paul must leave a Timothy.

This session dives into creative and unconventional methods for sharing the Gospel while staying true to its unchanging message. Discover fresh approaches to connect with people in today’s world, breaking through barriers and engaging hearts in meaningful ways. From leveraging modern tools to rethinking traditional outreach, this session will inspire you to think outside the box in your evangelistic efforts. Equip yourself with practical ideas to make the Gospel accessible and impactful in any context.

Have you ever wished you could make a lasting difference in another woman’s walk with God? Titus 2:3–5 reminds us that God’s plan is for women to encourage one another in faith, family, and everyday life. In this session, we’ll explore what mentoring really is, why your influence matters, and simple ways to build relationships that help other women grow closer to Christ. Whether you feel confident or unsure, you’ll be encouraged and equipped to step into the lives of the women God has placed around you—and discover how He can use you to change a life.

Small-town ministry can feel overlooked, but God does big things in small places. We’ll look at the unique blessings and challenges of serving in a rural setting and how to make the most of where God has planted you.

A thriving disability ministry requires more than good intentions—it takes a team. This session will show you how to recruit, train, and encourage volunteers so your church is equipped to reach and support families living with disability in your community.

Use these songs on the bus that include choruses, echoes, posters, visuals, and even some fun and silly songs to add variety and excitement to the bus ride. Also, hear about games and contests that work well on a bus and add some fun to the ride.

I recently ran across startling information from a survey involving 5,000 pastors. The question presented to these pastors was, “What is the greatest need for strengthening the local church?” Of the 25 possible responses, 98% of the pastors surveyed selected “getting people involved in ministry” as their first or second choice. It is sad that our churches are filled with spiritual spectators instead of participants!

During Saturday morning bus visitation, flyers and special promotions can be used to encourage attendance. Prospecting flyers and door hangers can also help you find new bus riders. Learn about the “Bus Bucks” rewards program Ed uses to develop and reward faithfulness and bring in visitors.

In a world where young adults are constantly being told who they should be, it becomes necessary to remind them of who they are in Christ. Join us as we discuss what has shaped the behaviors and perspective of the young adult community and how we can help show them their true identity.