March 18th, 19th, 20th

WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY

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SESSION 1: 12:30 - 2:00 pm

Title: Discipled by Culture
Speaker: Phil Vischer

Today’s cultural realties require all of us working together—both on Sunday and beyond—to launch our children toward a lifetime of faith in Jesus Christ. Phil Vischer, creator of Veggie Tales and Founder of Jellyfish Labs, has been a pioneer in using creative media to tell values-based stories of faith. He’ll paint a vivid picture of the way culture is influencing children—along with practical suggestions for better serving both children and parents in the spiritual formation process.

SESSION 2: 2:45 - 4:15 pm

Title: The Spiritual Formation of Children
Speaker: An Interview Led by Amy Dolan

Gain a practical understanding of how developmental milestones of children can help shape their faith at different ages—through this fascinating discussion with a panel of spiritual formation experts. Amy Dolan, WCA Children's Ministry Leader and Founder of Lemon Lime Kids, will lead and help translate academic knowledge into hands-on application—and provide practical tips for coaching parents on age-appropriate faith formation at home.

BREAK: Free Time / Dinner on Your Own

SESSION 3: 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Title: Discover Each Child’s Strengths
Speaker: Jenifer Fox with Guest Worship Artist, Sara Groves

God has uniquely created each child in your ministry and gifted them with their own set of strengths and talents. In this session, learn how to uncover the best traits, skills, and characteristics of each child God brings your way from Jennifer Fox, international leader in the Strengths Movement and author of Your Child’s Strengths. Learn how to bring out the strengths of every child in your ministry, encouraging them to be all God is calling them to be.