Seminars

The seminars at SERVE are a truly unique experience!

There is an unparalleled breadth and depth of mission and discipleship related information all in one place this weekend. Join us as we learn from top mission practitioners, and be part of the conversation.

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Saturday at 10:00 am

A Question of Origins

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 16

Speaker:

Clarence Janzen

Organization:

Creation Ministries International (Exhibitor Booth: G9)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

Examines the creation/evolution issue in light of foundational doctrines, including the gospel. Replacing God's Word with man-made ideas has implications for churches and youth. Includes scientific evidences to support biblical creation that will encourage and equip believers to share their faith.

Speaker's Biography:

Clarence was taught the inerrant Word of God as a child, including 6-day creation. He later realized that many Christians believe in man-made creation ideas. Clarence desires to combine his love for science and the Word of God to teach that science really does support that the Bible is infallible.

Engaging Minority-Language Churches through Oral Bible Translation

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 09

Speaker:

Brendon Yoder

Organization:

Canada Institute of Linguistics (Exhibitor Booth: D2)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Most minority language communities are strongly oral, yet traditional Bible translation programs have produced print Scriptures. This talk presents how we are using an Oral Bible Translation process to engage local church leaders in the translation process, producing both print and audio Scripture.

Speaker's Biography:

Brendon Yoder has served in Indonesia with Wycliffe Bible Translators for 15 years. He is currently helping facilitate Oral Bible Translation in the Abawiri and Sikari languages. In addition, he is assistant professor at the Canada Institute of Linguistics in Langley.

Going Public: The Gospel's Impact on Politics and Public Policy

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 17

Speaker:

Levi Minderhoud

Organization:

Association for Reformed Political Action (ARPA) Canada (Exhibitor Booth: B5)

Concentration:

Justice (Social & Environmental)

Seminar Description:

Many Christians limit the good news of the gospel to the message of how to be saved, yet the gospel affects all aspects of life. One mission field is the realm of politics. Without the gospel, humanity's sense of justice, truth, and righteousness have no firm foundation.

Speaker's Biography:

Levi Minderhoud is the BC Manager for the Association for Reformed Political Action (ARPA) Canada. His mission field is the political realm, encouraging Christians to bring their faith to bear into their political engagement and bringing a biblical perspective to our civil authorities.

Harmony: The Secret Sauce for Missional Effectiveness

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 18

Speaker:

Mark Jonah

Organization:

Prairie College (Exhibitor Booth: B4)

Concentration:

Business and Technology

Seminar Description:

Harmony often plays second fiddle to mission, vision, and core values in Christian organizations.

Speaker's Biography:

Mark is the Academic Dean at Prairie College located in Three Hills. Trained in music and worship ministry, Mark puts his academic and administrative skills together in creative ways to lead the faculty at Prairie College.

Joyful Exiles

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 13

Speakers:

Kevin Palau, Rick McKinley

Organization:

Luis Palau Association

Concentration:

Local Mission & Church Planting

Seminar Description:

Rick and Kevin will teach on the theology of exile and how Jesus desires for His people to be both prophetic witness and faithful presence of Christ in their communities joyfully announcing the reign of God.

Speakers' Biographies:

Kevin helps lead TogetherPDX, a sustainable, united movement of churches in Portland, Oregon. His book, Unlikely: Setting Aside Our Differences to Live Out the Gospel, describes the ongoing impact of the movement. Rick McKinley is the founding pastor of Imago Dei Community in Portland, Oregon.

Reaching the Community Through Sports

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 19

Speaker:

Charles Millette

Organization:

SIM Canada (Exhibitor Booth: M4)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

We believe that sports ministry serves as a powerful tool for the Church to build relationships with young people and share with them the hope of the gospel. Much more than a sports coach, these “life coaches” are mentoring and loving young people, and walking with them through life’s challenges.

Speaker's Biography:

We are a French and English, Quebec & New Brunswick, creative and planning mix! After spending 5 years in Peru, we have now returned to Canada to initiate a Sports Friends Canada ministry.

Recognizing & Uncovering Hidden Talent

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 14

Speaker:

Caryn Young

Organization:

North American Baptists, Inc. (Exhibitor Booth: D7)

Concentration:

Disciple Making

Seminar Description:

We are surrounded by unidentified talent in the kingdom of God which limits potential and effectiveness. We will discuss how to discover and unlock unique God-given talents and contributions in ourselves and others.

Speaker's Biography:

Caryn has held leadership positions in both corporate and ministry settings. Currently she serves as a director of International Missions at the NAB, Inc., and is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach. She is a gifted Bible teacher, communicator, & coach, and described as a bold, discerning visionary.

Suffering: A Counter-Cultural Catalyst in God's Upside-Down Kingdom

Time:

Saturday at 10:00am

Location:

Level 2, Room 07

Speaker:

Daniel Mills

Organization:

Pioneers Canada (Exhibitor Booth: J7, K7)

Concentration:

Preparing for and Supporting Mission

Seminar Description:

Reframing our understanding of suffering as a catalyst for gospel proclamation and perseverance in missional living. Through a solid theological understanding of suffering and kingdom character, we can endure the hardships of cross-cultural service for the purpose and glory of Jesus.

Speaker's Biography:

Daniel Mills is the Lead Pastor of Unionville Alliance Church in Markham, Ontario. He has previously pastored churches in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the United States. His missional heart is to see the church launch into local and global gospel proclamation to reach the nations for Jesus!

Saturday at 11:30 am

Child Sex Trafficking and How to Stop it

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 13

Speakers:

Cathy Peters, Glenn Burchart

Organization:

Be Amazing Campaign (Exhibitor Booth: J12)

Concentration:

Justice (Social & Environmental)

Seminar Description:

Cathy, Glenn, and Kate address the crime of child sex trafficking and how to prevent it. The church needs to be aware of the rapid growth of this global crime due to unregulated technology, limited law enforcement, & little prevention education, in order to stop it.

Speakers' Biographies:

Cathy is a BC anti-human trafficking educator, speaker, & advocate presenting to the public, politicians, and police in BC; she is known nationally & internationally. Glenn, a retired VPD officer, helps people transition out of prison. Kate founded We Thrive Foundation to stop sexual exploitation.

Education as Mission: Hope for the Future

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 09

Speaker:

Harold Klassen

Organization:

TeachBeyond (Exhibitor Booth: E8)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

Education is facing radical change around the world. Systems that ignore God while studying His world have been exposed as inadequate to prepare the next generation to flourish in this world or the next. There is an unprecedented opportunity for the church to retake the leadership role it once had.

Speaker's Biography:

Harold Klassen has served with TeachBeyond since 1977. He worked at the Black Forest Academy in Germany in various roles including teacher, librarian, computer technician, and high school principal. Since 1998 he has been an educational consultant working with teachers in 20 countries worldwide.

Engaging Young People: Social Media, Mental Health, and Identity

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 14

Speaker:

Amy Deutscher

Organization:

Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries (Exhibitor Booth: H5)

Concentration:

Local Mission & Church Planting

Seminar Description:

Increasingly, young people report self-diagnosing on social media with mental health labels that powerfully shape how they view themselves. Amy and Dan discuss the impacts of social media and the importance of person-first language that places people, made in the image of God, before a diagnosis.

Speaker's Biography:

Amy is the Youth Resource Developer at Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries. She has a passion for seeing young people thrive and has been working alongside them voluntarily and in paid positions for close to 15 years! She has degrees in psychology, counselling, and theology.

Equipped and Ready to Serve

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 16

Speaker:

Scott Gillespie

Organization:

Action International Ministries (Exhibitor Booth: E6)

Concentration:

Preparing for and Supporting Mission

Seminar Description:

What do you have that you can use to serve God? In this seminar, we will see that each of us has been given 8 gifts and abilities by God to serve Him. We will talk about what they are and how they can be used.

Speaker's Biography:

Scott has been in full-time ministry for 40 years, 20 years serving First Nations and Metis communities and 20 years serving with ACTION in overseas service. He has traveled to several countries over the years.

How to Share the Gospel in Love and Truth to Muslims

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 07

Speaker:

Mark Lori Amini

Organization:

Hayate Abadi Ministries (Exhibitor Booth: B2)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

I was in the darkness of Islam and the Lord brought me out of that darkness, I have been called by the Lord to share His Gospel in love and truth to Muslims around the world using Satellite, Radio and Web to make disciples for the Lord.

Speaker's Biography:

After I was saved by His grace, the Lord called me to share His gospel to the lost, especially Muslims. After training and Bible school and ordination, I am an evangelist and pastor. For years I came to Vancouver to share the gospel on the street, and have spent the last 16 years broadcasting.

Missional Nomads: Digital Era Tentmakers

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 17

Speaker:

Ari Rocklin

Organization:

Tentmaking As Mission

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

You've heard about digital nomads but have you heard of Missional Nomads? Apostle Paul was the first missional nomad: self-employed, traveling & moving frequently. Today the world is open (even in closed to the Gospel countries) for people who work remotely to live and work wherever they desire.

Speaker's Biography:

Ari desires to see new tentmakers leave for places where Jesus’ name is not yet known. He is an inspiring, passionate, and entertaining speaker at many missions conferences, seminars, and Bible schools around the world. He is based in the Gulf Islands

Reaching the Most Resistant People Group for Jesus

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 18

Speaker:

Serge M

Organization:

Life in Messiah International (Exhibitor Booth: D8)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Jewish People have been the most resistant people group to reach for Jesus historically. But there is hope! And it’s full of evidence! This seminar will briefly cover the causes for Jewish resistance to Jesus and share some principles for overcoming those barriers.

Speaker's Biography:

Serge, born and raised in Russia, is married to Julie and has 4 kids. He studied at Moody Bible Institute (BA) and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (MDiv), and has served with Life in Messiah since 2012, reaching the Jewish people with the gospel. He is Associate Pastor at Bellevue Bible Church.

Unity and the Great Omission

Time:

Saturday at 11:30am

Location:

Level 2, Room 19

Speaker:

Steve Schroeder

Organization:

Christian Ministers Association Canada

Concentration:

Disciple Making

Seminar Description:

Coming to know the great love the Father has for us changes everything. He desires that we become free and unbound in our relationship with Him and others. Union with Him unlocks the door to a unity with others that is truly amazing. It is entirely possible.

Speaker's Biography:

Steve currently serves as the President of the Christian Ministers Association Canada, CMA, a fellowship of relationally connected ministers, Serving those outside of traditional denominational lines, with relationship, community, and credentials.

Saturday at 3:30 pm

(CANCELLED) - Reach the Unreached

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 17

Speaker:

Abraham Elavatta India

Organization:

Hope India Mission (Exhibitor Booth: I5)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Buddhism started from Bihar State where I work as a missionary. For Buddhists, this is the main pilgrimage center. There is a great opportunity to reach them locally and globally.

Speaker's Biography:

At 17, due to depression and problems, he wanted to commit suicide. While preparing to write a suicide note, he heard a voice to read the Bible and found Eccl. 7:16-18. Since 1984 he has been a missionary to a place known as the Graveyard of Missionaries.

A Culture of Life

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 18

Speaker:

Susan Penner

Organization:

Life Culture Canada

Concentration:

Justice (Social & Environmental)

Seminar Description:

With abortion and Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in the headlines, Christians are looking for ways to navigate matters of life with wisdom, courage, and grace. This seminar is an opportunity to learn more about abortion, MAiD, and what the church can do to support a culture of life.

Speaker's Biography:

Susan Penner is the executive director of Life Culture Canada, a pro-life organization that focuses on both education and practical support for women. Susan is a leading voice for the pro-life movement in Canada and knows how to communicate the pro-life message in a positive way.

Arab and Jew: One in Messiah

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 13

Speaker:

Adam Gabeli

Organization:

ICEJ Canada (Exhibitor Booth: B3)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Can there be peace in the Middle East? This question has plagued historians, politicians and world leaders for almost a century! The answer can be found only in the Prince of Peace, Jesus the Messiah. Come learn how Christians from around the world are bridging the gap and erasing the hatred.

Speaker's Biography:

Adam Gabeli has always had a deep love for Israel and the Jewish people. He has learned to serve the global body of Christ in context with his Jewish roots with a heart to see God awaken the church to relate Biblically and appropriately to Israel and the complicated situation in the Region.

Christian Mission and Earthkeeping at Your Own Church

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 16

Speakers:

Rick Faw, Samuel Chiu

Organization:

A Rocha Canada

Concentration:

Justice (Social & Environmental)

Seminar Description:

Are you mobilizing your church to care for God's creation as part of Christian mission? Come hear what works for others in their earthkeeping initiatives within a local church setting, and share your own ideas and experiences.

Speakers' Biographies:

Rick Faw is Education Director at A Rocha Canada, and Samuel Chiu is Community Engagement Coordinator.

Discipleship: A Global Challenge

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 07

Speaker:

KR Paton

Organization:

Foundations for Living Society (Exhibitor Booth: K11)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Jesus' mandate is to go and make disciples of all nations. The mandate is clear. The how to is not so evident. In this seminar, we will explore the challenge of doing evangelism and discipleship across the world by capitalizing on people movements that are taking place naturally.

Speaker's Biography:

KR has served in local church and denominational leadership in Canada and international work in the USA, Kuwait, and Thailand. In 2020, KR and his wife Darlene returned to Canada after 20 years of service internationally, most recently as Pastor of All Nations Church Phuket.

Reaching the 10/40 From Your Own Home

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 19

Speaker:

Lise

Organization:

English Language Institute China (ELIC) Canada (Exhibitor Booth: C4)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

What happens when the world comes to you? Sharing online: stories from Asia and the Middle East, focusing on the global impact of a digitally connected world.

Sharing Your Faith with Muslims

Time:

Saturday at 3:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 09

Speaker:

Greg B

Organization:

Frontiers (Exhibitor Booth: A1)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

Do you have Muslim friends? Almost everyone does. This seminar will talk about ways to share your faith with them in a non-conflictual setting, in ways that can lead to greater understanding, overcoming the barriers that often prevent Muslims from understanding the Gospel.

Speaker's Biography:

Greg & Ginette spent 17 years leading a team serving poor Muslims in West Africa. They were regional directors for Frontiers' work in Sub-Saharan Africa. In 2020, they moved to Canada to recruit French Canadians to reach unreached Muslims in the French-speaking world and beyond.

Saturday at 7:30 pm

5 Gospel Truths for Marriage and Parenting

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 17

Speaker:

Lydia Nigh

Organization:

FamilyLife Canada (Exhibitor Booth: H4)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

Are we giving people good advice or Good News? First, we need to know how the Gospel truths apply to our everyday struggles in our marriages and parenting. Then, as we speak these truths to ourselves and are transformed by the Holy Spirit, we can share with those around us who need help and hope.

Speaker's Biography:

Lydia equips and empowers professionals and missional leaders to go deeper in their faith, life, and relationships, and to make disciples of Jesus, both locally and globally. Lydia is a mentor, coach, speaker, writer, and networker with SIM and with FamilyLife Canada/P2C.

A New Ancient Way to Engage, Disciple and Get People to Church

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 14

Speaker:

Allen Chang

Organization:

Steveston Project

Concentration:

Disciple Making

Seminar Description:

Religious attendance in Canada is waning rapidly. How can we communicate the gospel to a seemingly disinterested audience? This seminar will introduce you to an ancient way that has transformed our own church community, and empowered us, with the Holy Spirit, to see transformation around us.

Speaker's Biography:

In 2015, through a series of God-given events, Allen received a new calling. Deeply influenced by the disciple-making movements of the last 30 years and in partnership with the Lower Pacific District of the Evangelical Free Church of Canada, the Steveston Project was birthed.

Hope Advancing in Cambodia

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 13

Speaker:

Brian McConaghy

Organization:

Ratanak International (Exhibitor Booth: F8)

Concentration:

Justice (Social & Environmental)

Seminar Description:

We'll outline the ongoing work of Ratanak Int'l as it seeks to combat human trafficking in Cambodia. We'll share encouraging stories of real people experiencing freedom after slavery. We'll also give updates on creative solutions being employed to impact both individuals and systems of exploitation.

Speaker's Biography:

Brian McConaghy’s life has been an unlikely journey from RCMP Forensic Specialist to acclaimed human trafficking expert, with a life-long commitment to see hope and life transformation for trafficking survivors in Cambodia. His story has inspired people around the globe.

Involvement in Missions: From Perspective to the Practical

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 18

Speaker:

Greg Young

Organization:

Engineering Ministries International Canada (Exhibitor Booth: E7)

Concentration:

Business and Technology

Seminar Description:

Whether you are a student, in mid-career, or transitioning a lifetime of work and experience into the mission field, we will explore how to identify opportunities, establish "fit", and unpack the rewards and challenges of entering God's work of redemption in your community and around the world.

Speaker's Biography:

Greg's mission experience began in 1986 with YWAM as a Mission Builder. After 14 years of practicing architecture in Vancouver, he entered full-time missions with EMI Canada in 2005. Currently EMI Canada's Executive Director, Greg maintains an active role on projects in Canada and around the world.

Putting the Roar Back in the Lionhearted

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 19

Speaker:

Daniel MacKinnon

Organization:

Africa Inland Mission (Exhibitor Booth: B7, C7)

Concentration:

Preparing for and Supporting Mission

Seminar Description:

COVID Fatigue? Feel like packing it in and walking away? Living on the edge of burnout? This seminar examines root causes of soul depletion. With stories of Christian leaders, the Biblical narrative of Moses leadership, and identity statements from Ephesians, we will seek to replenish leaders.

Speaker's Biography:

Dan has been a pastor, an adjunct professor at Tyndale University, a mentor in a pastors program at Ashland Seminary, has taught in leadership conferences in India, been a speaker and worship leader for church renewal, and taught in the Perspectives Course. He brings 40 years of pastoral experience.

Seeking Unity Among Diversity

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 07

Speaker:

Abby

Organization:

English Language Institute China (ELIC) Canada (Exhibitor Booth: C4)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Navigating conflict resolution and the challenges of team life as they relate to faith and living in community. Looking through the lens of a team in the Middle East.

Speaker's Biography:

Abby works for ELIC Canada. She has a BA in Applied Linguistics (TESOL), and has taught English in the Middle East and Canada. She is passionate about people, their stories, and their unique giftings. Walking alongside individuals who choose to live a life of significance and purpose excites her.

Spirituality and Meaningful Aging

Time:

Saturday at 7:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 16

Speakers:

Claudia Rossetto, John Lam

Organization:

Baptist Housing Ministries Society

Concentration:

Disciple Making

Seminar Description:

Aided by some story-telling, we will explore the role of spirituality as a barrier, and as a bridge towards holding onto a sense of identity, purpose, and meaning in our older years.

Speakers' Biographies:

Dr. Rossetto is a chaplain at two Baptist Housing Senior Residences. From her research on loneliness and the Gospel, she proposes that Missionary Discipleship alleviates loneliness during the aging journey. Retired Physician John Lam will share stories on how mission supports his older years.

Sunday at 12:30 pm

Designing a Faith-Based ESL Program to Impact Your Neighbourhood

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 16

Speaker:

Janice GT Penner

Organization:

ESL Ministry Network

Concentration:

Local Mission & Church Planting

Seminar Description:

Learn how and why local churches have been offering linguistic and spiritual support to English language learners through faith-based English classes. Some of these volunteer-led programs have existed for more than 25 years. Info from other Canadian programs will also be introduced.

Speaker's Biography:

Janice has taught English since 1984 to Canadian immigrants and in Japan, the PRC, ROC and Kazakhstan. She initiated the ESL ministry in 2006. Her academic home is Douglas College.

Raising selfless Teens

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 19

Speaker:

Kim Laureen

Organization:

Fresh Independence Productions

Concentration:

Mission and the Arts

Seminar Description:

Parenting is not for the fainthearted, and life with technology brings extra challenges. Anxiety is the #1 word we hear, but why? "Raising Selfless Teens" gets real about how tech is affecting us body, mind, & soul. Inspiration found at the family table and the gift of leading by example.

Speaker's Biography:

Cofounder of Fresh Independence Productions. Writer, speaker & advocate for youth and families at risk. Director of the award-winning documentary Selfless. Kim says, "Being a mom of 8 has prepared me well, lending authenticity, compassion and understanding to the challenges families face today."

The Different Responses to Jesus

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 18

Speaker:

Travis Whims

Organization:

Discipleship International (Exhibitor Booth: H1)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

The message of the gospel from Jesus demanded a response from all its hearers. As we look at the different responses to Jesus through the book of John, we are presented with God's role, our role, and man's response. We will provide tools for sharing the gospel and discipleship.

Speaker's Biography:

Travis and his wife Jennifer have 5 children and started full-time with Discipleship International in 2004 leading discipleship training groups in the Lower Mainland. Travis became Director of Discipleship International and his focus internationally has become East Africa and South Asia.

The Endangered Listening Culture

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 09

Speaker:

Ivy Clark

Organization:

Anam Cara Ministries, US

Concentration:

Disciple Making

Seminar Description:

Our world, overtaken by speed and dialogues of the impervious, has reduced relationships from engagement to performance, prizing ableism while neglecting sacred belonging. Learn the ancient practice of wholly listening, a spacious and creational fabric where deep knowing and belonging are held.

Speaker's Biography:

Ivy Clark, a Spiritual Director apprenticing with Anam Cara Ministries US, has been supporting women in soul care. She guides directees in unearthing their deep longings while cultivating awareness of God’s presence and movement in their lives. She lives on the North Shore with her husband and son.

The Next Soul

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 13

Speaker:

Chris Insaidoo

Organization:

LIFE 3N Relief LBG

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

Sharing stories on how people come to faith, relating how participants came to know the Lord and what this means in sharing our faith, the urgency of the Gospel – the opportunity we are missing to save the lost. We don't know the "next soul" coming to faith but we know God's Heart for the lost.

Speaker's Biography:

Christian has an MA in Missiology, and is the founder of REC, which became OM Ghana. He’s been in missions since 1996 and has a passion for the unreached, leadership & discipleship, mobilization, justice & relief. He’s married with 3 children. Currently he leads LIFE 3N Relief in Ghana.

Trends in World & Local Missions

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 07

Speaker:

Dieter Trefz

Organization:

Kontakt Canada / Kontaktmission (Exhibitor Booth: G1, G2)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

The rapidly changing world is producing some remarkable effects in the way world and local mission efforts are being made by churches, agencies, and individuals. We will examine amazing progress and change happening on both worldwide and local scales. Trends often indicate what God Himself is doing!

Speaker's Biography:

Dieter Trefz serves as International Director of Kontaktmission, as Chairman of the Arbeitsgemeinschaft evangelikaler Missionen (Germany), and on the board of Kontakt Canada. He frequently speaks in many countries, and is a constant motivator for international mission and evangelism.

Utilizing Media in Advancing the Gospel

Time:

Sunday at 12:30pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 17

Speaker:

Sam Anderson

Organization:

AH Ministries International (Exhibitor Booth: K4)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

In a world of 7.9 billion people, it is estimated that by the end of 2022 there will be 3.96 billion users of social media. More than half of the world's population is using social media. Through media, it is possible to share Jesus to the ends of the earth.

Speaker's Biography:

Sam has served in a media missions organization for the past 13 years, with a heart for reaching those searching for the truth with the message of Jesus Christ. He currently resides in Ontario with his wife and four children.

Sunday at 2:00 pm

“A Census was Taken”: Opportunities for the Church Created by Recent Immigration

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 16

Speaker:

Rick & Patti Love

Organization:

Love New Canadians (Exhibitor Booth: G8)

Concentration:

Local Mission & Church Planting

Seminar Description:

This seminar will analyze immigration, ethnocultural, and religious data from Statistics Canada’s 2021 Population Census and discuss changing immigration patterns in Canada and the opportunities this creates for churches to develop pathways to Jesus for the new Canadians in our neighbourhoods.

Speaker's Biography:

Rick Love is the Director of Love New Canadians and Pastor of Intercultural Ministries at Foothills Alliance Church in Calgary. Patti Love is the Director for Church Engagement with Love New Canadians. They have worked cross-culturally for 28 years.

An Artist's Path

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 07

Speaker:

Julie Lowe

Organization:

Hope2Offer

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

We live in a physical world but are not to be a part of it spiritually, yet Christian artists are called to live in a world in which the senses rule. How do we communicate the Gospel to an audience known for its hostility towards believers? How do we use our gifts to reach the world He loves?

Speaker's Biography:

Since her American debut with the Seattle Symphony at 17, Julie Lowe has performed in Albania, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Greece, Japan, Spain and the United States. She has recorded for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and West German Radio.

Ending Poverty Together

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 19

Speaker:

Wendy Toews

Organization:

Food for the Hungry (Exhibitor Booth: F9)

Concentration:

Relief and Development

Seminar Description:

A commercial shows an image of a starving child in Africa and petitions that only you can help. Someone living in homelessness approaches you on the sidewalk and asks for money. What do you do? Can you really make a difference? Join with others to explore God's perspective on the big questions.

Speaker's Biography:

Wendy has led workshops on poverty since 2016. She loves to learn together with groups and share ideas about poverty in a different light. She has been to Cambodia and Rwanda to witness firsthand what God is doing through the life-changing effects of the FH philosophy of walking with communities.

Generational Continuity in the Kingdom of God

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 11 /12

Speaker:

Lisa Pak

Organization:

Finishing the Task

Concentration:

Disciple Making

Seminar Description:

This seminar will look at how the “now” generation can come alongside the “to come” generations and transfer a steadfast faith in the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. God has not lost a generation and He will not start now.

Speaker's Biography:

Reverend Dr. Lisa Pak currently serves as the Global Strategist for Finishing The Task (FTT). Her previous experience includes serving as the Regional Director for Ontario and Nunavut at the Canadian Bible Society, in addition to 14 years of pastoral ministry and church experience.

Igniting a Gospel Flame

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 17

Speaker:

Alex Lomangino

Organization:

ShareWord Global (Exhibitor Booth: C12)

Concentration:

Gospel Proclamation

Seminar Description:

Sharing the Gospel can be tough. We at ShareWord Global want to help make it a little easier. Our Ignite Evangelism workshops teach you to look for the ways God is working in the people around you, how to share your testimony, and most importantly how to introduce Jesus.

Speaker's Biography:

Jesus captured his heart at 12. For the last 5 years, Alex has served in Vancouver as a church plant team member & team leader with the CNBC. Now he is the Regional Manager for BC+Yukon with ShareWord Global (formerly Gideons) focusing on evangelism, mobilization, & resourcing local churches.

Intercession: The Manner of Mission

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 09

Speaker:

James Eagles

Organization:

Intercede International (Exhibitor Booth: L1)

Concentration:

Going Global - Cross Cultural Mission

Seminar Description:

Christians have an unbelievable opportunity to impact the world for Christ! However, many do not realize their full potential as Christians. This seminar will address theological and practical ideas and experiences which proclaim that all Christians are called to be Intercessors.

Speaker's Biography:

James Eagles is President of Intercede International, and an ordained minister of the gospel. Located in Fort Erie, Ontario, he has served with Intercede International for over 41 years and has visited and ministered to international Mission boards in over 50 nations.

New Opportunities after 30 Years in China

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 18

Speaker:

Mark Wollenberg

Organization:

International China Concern (Exhibitor Booth: I4)

Concentration:

Justice (Social & Environmental)

Seminar Description:

International China Concern began 30 years ago caring for children who had experienced abandonment because they were disabled. While cases of abandonment have decreased, growth for vocational training, support for parents, and therapy continue to increase as ICC serves children with disabilities.

Speaker's Biography:

Mark had been a church planter for 25 years before becoming the National Director of Church Mobilization at IJM for 12 years. He recently became the Executive Director of ICC and continues to call the church to engage in justice by caring for vulnerable children with disabilities in China.

The Word Became Fresh

Time:

Sunday at 2:00pm

Location:

Level 2, Room 13

Speakers:

Youngdo Kang, Rochelle Watt

Organization:

SIM (Exhibitor Booth: M4)

Concentration:

Mission and the Arts

Seminar Description:

Two groups the church is surrounded by but often unaware of: the hip-hop and spoken word communities. We’ll share how God is working in these unique/pioneering missions, what we’ve learned about these sub-cultures, how to love those in the margins, and how their art forms can encourage the church.

Speakers' Biographies:

Youngdo is an SIM missionary and works to see the hip-hop community following and sharing Jesus. He’s also learning how some aspects of their culture might benefit the church. Rochelle is a spoken-word artist and SIM staff member who uses poetry to witness of God’s love, beauty, and the Gospel.

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