â€œlaunching leaders multiplying ministryâ€ - central south district

Presented by the Central South District Committee on Congregational Excellence

Sunday, January 26, 2014 - 2:00 — 6:00 P.M.

“Launching

Leaders -

Multiplying

Ministry”

with

Dr. Jan Love, Dean, Candler School of Theology,

Emory University

Local Church First United Methodist Church, Westchase Campus

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Keynote Speaker

Dr. Jan Love, Dean Candler School of Theology

Emory University

Dean Love is an internationally recognized leader in

church and ecumenical arenas and a scholar of

world politics, particularly issues of religion and poli-

tics, conflict transformation, globalization, and ecu-

menism. She is know for facilitating constructive re-

lationships among people and groups with deeply

held differences and for her work in racial justice.

A native of Alabama and daughter of a United Meth-

odist Minister, Love’s work on global issues began as

a 17-year-old high school student in the 1970s when

she was nominated to serve on the denomination’s

Board of Missions. In 1975, she attended the World Council of Churches (WCC) meeting in

Nairobi, Kenya, where she was first elected to the organization’s central committee, a position

she served until 1998.

In addition to her denominational leadership, Love also is an accomplished scholar. She was

a faculty member at the University of South Carolina from 1982-2001, where she served in

various capacities. Love holds an undergraduate degree from Eckerd College, and master’s

and PhD in political science/international relations from Ohio State University.

She is the author of scores of articles and book chapters, including “Is United Methodism a

World Church?” in the book “United Methodism and American Culture,” and “Can We All

Agree? Governing the WCC by Consensus” in Christian Century, among others. She also has

written two books on international relations: “Southern Africa in World Politics: Local Aspira-

tions and Global Entanglements” (Westview Press, 2005) and “The U.S. Anti-Apartheid Move-

ment: Local Activism in Global Politics” (Praeger Publishers, 1985.)

Dear Church Leader,

The time is approaching when we will come together again to share and

learn from one another. I am blessed by the relationships and partner-

ships that have developed within the borders of the Central South District

God continues to bless us with many resources, which include past, cur-

rent and upcoming persons who are both committed and dedicated to

their local church and our conference. Thank you for that commitment

and dedication to ministry within the “Heart of Houston.”

It is my hope along with that of our planning team, that this event will be

both inspiring and beneficial to your personal growth. I look forward to

seeing you there as we work to “Launch Leaders and Multiply Ministry!

In His service with you,

Lawrence Young Pastor Lawrence Young

District Superintendent

Don’t forget to

Bring A Book

to donate.

2014 Local Church Leadership Training

Session Titles & Facilitators

Care and Nurture Dr. Theodore M. Smith

Children’s Ministries Ms. Donna Reed

Communications Ms. Paula Arnold

Creating Family Ministry: Connecting Church and Home Ms. Linda Withers

Early Response Training (ERT) Recertification Ms. Carol Greenslate

Empowering Laity Dr. Jan Love, Keynote

Finance - Nuts and Bolts Mr. Sherman Elliott

Lay Servant Ministry - Basic Rev. Conrell Lockett

Ms. Carolyn Gordon

Mr. Alfred J. Calloway

Lay Servant Ministry - Advanced

Living Your Beliefs the United Methodist Way Rev. Sandra Hall

Transforming Evangelism Rev. Susan Buchanan

Ms. Hannah Terry

Aging and Ministry in the 21st Century TBA

Missions in Your Own Backyard Rev. Diane McGehee, M.Div., JD

Planting and Watering: Nurturing Adult Faith Formation Ms. Teresa Rossy

Staff Parish Relations Pastor Lawrence Young

Successful Financial Stewardship Strategies Rev. Jeff Powers

Trustees Rev. Dr. Charles Ruehl

What It Means to be a United Methodist Rev. Bob Johnson

What It Means to be a United Methodist Rev. Mireya Martinez

Witness Dr. Jim Jackson


Schedule

2:00 P.M. Registration for All Participants

2:30 P.M. Worship

3:30 P.M. Dismiss to Training

3:45 P.M. Training Sessions Begin

6:00 P.M. Training Sessions Dismiss

6:00 P.M. Be safe traveling home and

don’t forget the children.

Online Registration Preferred Online Registration Closes

www.heartofhouston.org January 18, 2014

The Central South District is pleased to announce that childcare will be

offered this year for children ages 2 months through 5th grade. Required

forms must be completed for all children who attend and are available

through online registration at heartofhouston.org.

Nursery: Children as young as 2 months can be registered provided they

have been vaccinated. If a child has not been vaccinated they may at-

tend starting at age 4 months.

K-5th Grade: Centers for Children’s Activities

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Creating Family Ministry: Connecting Church and Home In today’s culture of

active churches and busy families, parents need a reasonable plan to stay connected as they

pass a spiritual legacy to the hearts of their children. When the ministry leaders and parents

work together to leverage their spiritual influence, everyone’s efforts are more impactful. This

seminar will cover visioning of family ministry that equips parents to be the spiritual leaders in

their home by providing them a spiritual map, training, resources, church wide events, mission

opportunities and family worship.

Linda Withers is the Associate Director of Student Ministries over parent-

ing at Chapelwood United Methodist Church. She has been working in

youth and children’ ministry for over 20 years. She has a passion for

teaching and mentoring women of all ages, helping them find their identity

in Christ. Now that her 3 sons are in college and beyond, she is focused

on helping families raise their children with a stronger knowledge and love

of Christ, children who are equipped to bring the Kingdom of God into their

daily lives. Linda lives with her husband, Bob, in Houston, Texas.

Communications Resource Paula Arnold, Director of Communications for the Texas

Annual Conference will provide updates regarding conference communications activities. Re-

sources for local churches including web site resources will also be provided. Learn how to get

publicity for local church activities and how best to spread the word about opportunities to

serve.

Paula Arnold brings to the table broad-based expertise and a wide net-

work of contacts acquired throughout her diverse career. She has

worked as a real estate developer, political strategist, lobbyist and com-

munications professional. Deeply committed to helping people, Paula

has served as an elected official and has advocated tirelessly for issues

that impact Houston’s diverse communities.

Arnold serves on numerous boards that deal with issues impacting

the Houston community, including the Center for the Reform of School

Systems, Houston Center for Contemporary Crafts, Texas Freedom Net-

work, and ProVision. She is a board member of the American Leadership Forum and a gradu-

ate of Leadership Houston.

Arnold holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Houston and a Mas-

ters of Public Health from the University of Texas at Houston.


Session & Facilitator Snapshots



Care and Nurture will provide an opportunity for persons to learn how to develop a work-

ing plan for ministry to those in need of care and nurturing. This session will offer laity oppor-

tunity to learn how to be skilled in spiritual care, to increase their knowledge about grief, as

well as skills in empathic listening.

Ted Smith indicates that there wasn’t a specific event that led him

toward pastoral care ministry. He said a “cluster of things” guided him

to shift from pastoral-based ministry with an emphasis on preaching to

work more focused on emphasis on hospital-patient ministry.

He earned degrees from Southwestern University in Georgetown

and Perkins School of Theology. He is an ordained elder in the United

Methodist Church and has served the local church and extension min-

istry. He has done extensive work with both St. Luke’s Medical Center

and The Methodist Hospital for over 25 years. He is currently the Clini-

cal Pastoral Education Manager for St. Luke’s.

Children’s Ministry - From the Ground Up and Beyond will assist participants in

developing a creative and effective ministry for the children of your congregation. The session

will also provide innovative ideas, planning strategies, volunteer recruitment tools and empha-

sis on how to effectively share the Story to children of all ages.

Donna Reed has been hanging around Memorial Drive

U.M.C. for 30 years. She’s worked in many areas of the

church including the school, food ministries, women’s, and

youth ministries Donna currently leads the Children’s Min-

istry.

She has studied extensively in the areas of theology

and education, with an emphasis on special education.

She’s very active in local Christian Educator’s activities and

also nationally in United Methodist events for children’s

ministries. Activities include writing the VBS curriculum

along with her first song, “Shake, Shake, Shake!”.





Finance - Nuts & Bolts will assist in effective budgeting, planning, money management,

apportionments, along with checks and balances for the local church. Guidelines for Financial

Leaders will be discussed, along with the various levels of approval for sound financial decision

making.

Sherman C. Elliott is a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hou-

ston. Mr. Elliott holds a Master of Mathematics from Prairie View A&M Uni-

versity and Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physical Education

from McMurry University. He is a retired teacher of the Houston I.S.D. —

where he taught mathematics and coached athletics for 35 years. He is al-

so a retired Master Gunnery Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Mr. Elliott has learned the proper procedures for conducting and leading finance leaders

within the guidelines of The United Methodist Church Book of Discipline . He believes that

through Christ all things are possible—even in a Finance meeting.

Mr. Elliott will be assisted by John Henry Allen and Lilllian C. Rogers Martin.

Lay “Speaking” Servant Ministry - Basic will provide help to the laity of our congre-

gations to grow spiritually, witness to their faith, and develop their leadership skills in various

ministry settings. This course is the foundation for all other learning and leading courses. This

session will serve as the first 2 hours of training for the 10 hour requirement that will be com-

pleted on February 15th at Bellaire U.M.C.. All new Lay “Speaker” Servant Ministry candidates

must begin with this first class.

Conrell Lockett was ordained elder in the United Methodist Church in

2007 and has been serving churches across the Texas Annual Conference

since June of 2003. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Pharma-

cy from Texas Southern University. His first appointment came following his

graduation from the Interdenominational Theological Center of Gammon

University.

He is pastor of the Central South District Parish which includes both St. James and Union

Memorial United Methodist Churches. Conrell loves to preach and is a world traveler!

Dr. Jan Love,

keynote speaker,

will present

Empowering Laity.

Disaster Strikes: The Ways You Can Help The mission of the Texas Annual Confer-

ence Committee on Relief (TACCOR) is to do all within our power to reduce human suffering in

the aftermath of a disaster by providing a caring Christian presence. Disasters affect survivors

in a variety of ways from rendering their homes unlivable to devastating their faith in what is

good and just. TACCOR wants to help them restore their lives in the only way that is lasting.

Our teams reflect the diversity of what is needed from crews working to make their homes

safe, sanitary and secure to addressing the spiritual and emotional issues that produce the de-

sire to go on. We have teams that have a lighter work load by moving supplies into position for

aid to reaching out to inform and reconnect the individual. We even have recommendations

for activities that churches can perform to help their communities. When a disaster strikes,

everyone wants to help. Come explore the ways you can hit the ground running.

Carol Greenslate is a certified trainer for UMCOR. She has served as the

Central South District Disaster Response Coordinator of the Texas Annual

Conference Committee on Relief for the past 4 years. She also serves as Di-

rector of Youth and Communication ministries at Ashford United Methodist

Church. Ms. Greenslate is a certified candidate for ordained ministry.

Online Registration is Available at

www.heartofhouston.org



Sandra Hall was ordained an Elder of the Texas Annual Conference in May of this year. She

received her Master of Divinity degree from Southern Methodist University, her Master of

Counseling from Prairie View A&M, her Bachelor of Science from Texas Southern University.

She is currently serving as Senior Pastor of Clinton Park United Methodist Church. She has

passion for shopping and travel!

Transforming Evangelism will lead participants to learn from John Wesley how to

practice relational evangelism. They will discover that evangelism involves not only sharing

our faith with others but also welcoming people in to a community where they can grow in

faith.

Susan Buchanan sees her ministry as one of connecting: people to people,

ministries to resources, children of God to their Creator. She is the Director of

Recruitment and Student Services for the Houston-Galveston Program of

SMU's Perkins School of Theology as well as the pastor of Galena Park UMC. As

a student in the Doctor of Ministry program at Perkins, Susan is working on a

project that connects spiritual formation and our ability to do ministry across

cultures. She also holds degrees from Emory University and Rice University and

is a member of the Academy for Spiritual Formation and the Academy for

Missional Wisdom.

Hannah Terry seeks to walk closely with God and others wherever God leads

her to be. Born and raised in the Finger Lakes region of New York State, Han-

nah received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Roberts Wes-

leyan College of Rochester. Thereafter, she journeyed to Duke University for her

Master of Divinity degree. Hannah has a passion for people and places and

their stories. She has discerned God’s call on her life to lead the church in in-

terpreting the world’s needs. She lives in southwest Houston and enjoys shar-

ing life with others through morning prayer, coffee, food, music and board

games.

Aging and Ministry in the 21st Century will offer a perceptive and

practical guide for leaders who are interested in building ministry for older

adults. But it also provides thought provoking questions about again and

promotes an understanding of the processes that we all will experience if we

live long enough. Recommended for all who live within an again community

or congregation. (Facilitator to be Announced)



Al Calloway is a native Houstonian; graduated from Phillis Wheatley High

School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois Uni-

versity with a major in Business Administration. He held several positions in

Public Administration including Community Liaison for County Commission-

ers Tom Bass and El Franco Lee; he was elected City Council Member for

Houston, Texas; served as Executive Assistant to Houston Mayors Bob La-

nier and Doctor Lee P. Brown; and served as Chief of Staff for the Housing

Authority of Houston. Mr. Calloway also served as a Justice of the Peace.

Judge Calloway serves as a Director on the boards of several non-

profit organizations. Mr. Calloway is a member of Mount Vernon United Methodist Church

where he has provided leadership in various roles. Mr. Calloway is the Lay Leader of the Cen-

tral South District.

Carolyn Gordon is a Louisiana native and has been a part of the Texas

Conference since 2001. A Course of Study graduate from Perkins School of

Theology in 2003. She has served as an Associate Pastor at Trinity East

and Holy Trinity. She served as pastor of Jacinto City UMC for five years.

She is an active member of St. Mark’s (Patterson) and leads a Women’s Bi-

ble study. She is also a facilitator of numerous UMC and UMW classes and

sessions. Ms. Gordon is a published author of “...And I Came Out Smil-

ing” (E. Swartz) and social media publication, “It’s The Weekend” on Face-

book and LinkedIn.

Cee Cee is the mother and mother-in-law of two children, Duane

(Mechele) and Jonelle Clark, and one granddaughter, Ashaia Elise. She retired from public

school teaching in both Louisiana and Texas. She is currently teaching ESL classes for adults

with the Harris County Department of Education.

Lay Speaking “Servant” Ministry—Advanced

Living Your Beliefs in the United Methodist Way will help you to explore a

basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of The United Methodist Church as defined in

Part II of the Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of Christian

faith as you embrace the UM way.

Online Registration is available at




Missions in Your Own Backyard will teach the scriptural basis “the church exists for

the mission of God” and how to determine relevant and life giving connection points with your

local community, as well as explore creative ideas for being the presence of Christ in your

neighborhood. Join us to hear innovative and energetic approaches to rewarding mission

ministry.

Diane McGehee is currently the Director of the Center for Missional

Excellence for the Texas Annual Conference of the United Methodist

Church, founding member of the Houston Coalition for Immigration Re-

form; part of the founding Advisory Board Member of the Duke Center

for Reconciliation; and a Certified leader of Contemplative Prayer Re-

treats through the Shalem Institute.

Diane is a graduate of the Harvard School of Law and Perkins

School of Theology with 20 years of experience as a trial lawyer in the

civil courts and 5 years as a pastor of a Filipino congregation in Bellaire,

Texas. Diane founded Together in Hope with her husband, Jack , to fund

and support projects in the United States and around the world that

work for the improvement of the lives of the poor.

Planting and Watering: Nuturing Adult Faith Formation is a hands-on work-

shop where you will be given practical tools, tips and encouragement for starting new groups

and bolstering existing groups such as adult Sunday School classes, Bible studies and spiritu-

al growth groups that meet in your church and community. The emphasis will be on making

the most of the resources your church already has to engage adults in faith formation that

lasts a lifetime. This workshop is designed for persons serving in the Christian Education min-

istry.

Teresa Rossy serves as Director of Learning Ministry at Chapelwood

United Methodist Church in Houston. A long-time Bible Study teacher

and small group facilitator, Teresa has completed her certification stud-

ies in Christian Education at Perkins School of Theology.

She has a bachelor of journalism from the University of Texas and

has experience as a journalist and church communications specialist.

She has a heart for communicating God’s love through living and teach-

ing spiritual disciplines and Scriptural principles.



Staff Parish Relations includes the role and responsibility of the S.P.R.C./P.P.R. mem-

bers and chairperson along with instructions from the perspective of your Superintendent

and clergy member. The role of the committee as it relates to pastors and congregations will

be addressed. Learn more about specific tools that can be used for effective communication

between the committee, staff and congregation, as well as evaluation tools and suggestions

including the Clergy Assessment Tool. Q and A will be included.

Lawrence L. Young is a native of Bogalusa, Louisiana and a graduate

of Dillard University where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in English and

Political Science. He earned at Gammon Theological Seminary a Masters

of Divinity degree. He has also completed extensive study and practice of

Pastoral Care and Counseling through the Doctoral Program at Garrett

Evangelical Theological Seminary, in Evanston, Ill. He was ordained as a

Deacon of the Texas Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church in

1990 and as an Elder in 1992.

Young was the founding Pastor of Abundant Life United Methodist

Church in Lufkin, Texas. In 2003, he was appointed Senior Pastor of Jones

Memorial United Methodist Church. In 2008, Young was appointed as Dis-

trict Superintendent of the Central South District.

Successful Financial Stewardship Strategies imparts Biblical, Practical, Principles

that will increase the giving in your congregation. In this seminar, church leaders and pastors

will learn ways to effectively discuss financial giving within the congregation. Step-by-step

plans will be offered to help churches of any size launch an effective financial stewardship

campaign. Participants in this session will leave with resources that can be immediately put

to use to increase the giving in any congregation. For those bold enough to dream big,

churches can begin the journey towards becoming a tithing congregation.

Jeff Powers is Pastor of Westminster United Methodist Church in Hou-

ston, Texas. He currently serves as Chair of the Extravagant Generosity

Committee of the Texas Annual Conference. He is passionate about

teaching Biblical principles of giving. In his 19 years of service to the Tex-

as Conference he has given leadership to financial stewardship cam-

paigns that have increased giving in every church he has served.

Jeff is married to Julie and has two sons.

Trustees best practices will be shared that will assist lay leaders in strengthening the foun-

dation of your local church. Many churches are sacrificing effectiveness for efficiency but that

does not have to be your choice.

Charles Ruehl has spent more than 35 years in the service of Jesus Christ

and United Methodist churches from Georgia to Texas. Charles specializes in

helping churches organize and strengthen themselves administratively so

they can spend more time serving their congregation and spreading the

Gospel of Jesus Christ in their communities.

A graduate of Valdosta State University and Candler School of Theology

at Emory University in Atlanta with a Master of Divinity degree, he is also a

certified Church Business Administrator by the General Council of Finance

and Administration of the U.M.C. He has served at the church and confer-

ence level in the North Georgia and Texas Conferences.

What It Means To Be a United Methodist will examine our history, what we believe,

“Our doctrinal standards and technological tasks” and “The ministry of all Christians.” Hear

explanations about our organization and administration. This class will be offered in both Eng-

lish and Spanish.

Bob Johnson responded to the call to ordained ministry in 1987. After

graduating with high honors with a Master of Divinity degree in 1991, Bob

was appointed to Payne Springs U.M.C., in the Palestine District followed by

his first appointment to Chapelwood, where he and lay colleague Marilyn

Brown developed the curriculum “Discover Your S.H.A.P.E. for Ministry and

Life. “ He was appointed in 1996 to First U.M.C. in Mineola. While there,

church attendance doubled from 160 to nearly 300 and expanded to a sec-

ond campus. In late 2003, Bob was reappointed to be the first Executive

Pastor at Chapelwood.

Bob currently serves on the Texas Annual Conference Board of Or-

dained Ministry and is a member of the Central South Leadership Team.

Online Registration is Available at




Witness will offer examples of how to witness to your faith in Christ. This session is de-

signed for both clergy and laity. Your session leader will provide you with personal experiences

and practical approaches to dynamic evangelism!

Jim Jackson has been the Senior Pastor at Chapelwood United Method-

ist Church since 1994. Prior to coming to Houston he served churches in

Ashburn, Georgia; Columbus, Georgia and Lubbock, Texas. Jim is an in-

spiring leader, a team builder, a Kingdom visionary, a gifted Bible Teacher,

a passionate preacher, and a tireless pastor. During his tenure

Chapelwood has grown to be one the flagship churches in United Method-

ism.

A graduate of Valdosta State University, Emory University’s Candler

School of Theology, and the San Francisco School of Theology, Jim has served the church and

the world in many capacities and has received numerous honors. His mission, however, has

been singular, “to be a God-focused, Spirit-led disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ, living in the

present tense with wisdom, passion and grace.”

Worship Experiences will be offering worship guidance that seeks to connect with your

community. Houston is one of the most culturally diverse cities in the United States. With

over 15 nationalities represented in its active worshipping congregation, Westbury UMC, Hou-

ston, seeks to worship God through the voices of its diverse community in song, prayer, liturgy,

and sermon. The Pastor will bring leadership tips, practical resources and hands-on guid-

ance. This is for lay or staff teams who are leading a church through worship visioning,

change, design and planning.

DeAndre Johnson Hailing from Shreveport, DeAndre received his bache-

lor’s in sacred music from Centenary College. He has worked in churches

of various sizes, demographics and worship styles in both Louisiana and

Texas. Having received his master of sacred music degree at Southern

Methodist University, he is an ordained deacon in the United Methodist

Church.

DeAndre is passionate about facilitating meaningful worship experi-

ences that are intentionally inclusive of people of all races and ages. He

draws musical inspiration from his knowledge of plainchant, classical European music, south-

ern and black gospel music, contemporary Christian music and global hymnody. DeAndre en-

joys recently served as the worship coordinator for the Texas Annual Conference.



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Help Build Libraries

for Schools Without

Books

Education is the great equalizer in the

world, and books are the foundation of a

strong educational system. Access to

an education is the very best opportuni-

ty young people have to end the cycle of

poverty and attain a better quality of life.

This shortage of books makes it very

difficult for children to learn to read and

equally difficult for those who have

learned to read to maintain their literacy.

Wanted: Individuals and groups to help

collect and sort books to build libraries

for schools that lack them. We strive for

each library to have at least 600 books.

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