Tuesday, October 12
| 9:00-12:00 |
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Pre-Conference Women’s Ministry Training |
| 9:30-3:00 |
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Youth Workers’ Training
Disciplemaking is Relationships |
| 10:00 |
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Pre-Conference Concert of Prayer |
| 11:00 |
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Conference Registration Begins |
| 12:00 |
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Lunch - New Pastors Welcome Session |
| 1:00 |
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Opening Service |
| 2:15 |
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Affinity groups
Women’s Ministries
Nurturing a Culture of Generosity
Children & Family Ministries
Urban/Intercultural Ministries
Worship Leaders/Teams
Associate/Executive Pastors
Sr./Solo Pastors
Pastors’ Wives
Reconciliation 101
(facilitated by UIM Missionary Ron Tilley) |
| 4:30 |
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Hotel check-in |
| 6:00 |
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Dinner |
| 7:30 |
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Celebration Service
Worship & Communion with Testimonies from our Church Planters |
| 9:30 |
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Fellowship in Coffee Central |
Wednesday, October 13
| 8:30 |
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Morning Worship |
| 9:00 |
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Business Meeting |
| 10:30 |
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General Session - Dr. Ron Sider |
| 12:00 |
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Lunch and Q & A with Dr. Ron Sider |
| 2:00 |
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Closing Service |
Pre-Conference Women’s Ministry Training
Tuesday 9-12
Are you a Women’s Ministry leader looking for renewed vision, balanced priorities and friends on the same journey? Ruth Solberg will be sharing the revised “Disciple Making Pathway” in this training session specifically designed to help leaders in Women’s Ministry equip and challenge the women of their church.
Training Session Fee (includes workbook) - $15 (please register for lunch separately)
Youth Workers' Training
Disciplemaking Is Relationships
Tuesday 9:30-3:00
You have heard it said that Disciplemaking is what youth ministry is all about. Well, a question back to you is "Are you making disciples, who make disciples, who make disciples?" This question can be an indictment if you take a true evaluation of your youth ministry. The EFCA, along with Cadre Ministries, is launching a new training called "Disciplemaking Is Relationships." This four hour training will provide a simplistic yet challenging approach on how to make disciples, who make disciples, who make disciples. Shane Stacey, EFCA Director for REACH STUDENTS, will be leading this training. This training is so fundamental that you will want to equip all of your volunteers with this mindset. Don't look past this opportunity that could challenge you to being a better steward of fulfilling the Great Commission.
Training Session Fee - $22 (includes lunch)
Annual Business Session
A significant part of our conference is the annual business session. It is in this session that reports are given on the district activities, churches are approved for membership, the budget is approved, elections for board members are held, and other district business is conducted. We strongly encourage every church to have representation at this meeting. To be a certified delegate, you only need to be a member of your church and appointed by them as delegate. Please check with your pastor or church chairman about your church’s procedure for appointing delegates.
Conference Location
We are delighted to welcome you to Hershey, PA! All of our conference activities will take place at the EFC of Hershey. Their beautiful, spacious facility and warm hospitality make this a perfect place for reconnecting with old friends, making new ones and joining in worship together!
The church is located at:
330 Hilltop Rd
Hummelstown, PA 17036
Directions are available at their website:
www.hersheyfree.com
Lodging
The District has negotiated for a block of rooms at:
Comfort Suites
320 Milroy Road,
Hummelstown, PA 17036
Phone: (717) 566-3000
The group rate is $89 per room/per night, double occupancy.
Comfort Suites offers a free "Savory Starts" breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center and high speed internet access. Reservations can be made by calling 717-566-3000 and asking for the Eastern District Association group block rate.
There are also many other hotels and campgrounds in this beautiful area.
Conference Meals
We invite you to stay on campus for your meals to enjoy the fellowship of your district brothers and sisters! Lunches will be available for $7.00 and a delicious dinner will be served by the Hershey Free culinary team on Tuesday for a cost of $14.00. All meals are by advanced reservations on your conference registration.
Comfort Suites guests can enjoy a free breakfast at the hotel. There are also many local restaurants from which to choose.
Affinity Groups
Affinity Group Discussions
Tuesday 2:15
Meet and share with those who are walking the same path and facing the same challenges as you are!
Women’s Ministries
Children & Family Ministries
Nurturing a Culture of Generosity
Urban/Intercultural Ministries
Worship Leaders/Teams
Associate/Executive Pastors
Sr./Solo Pastors
Pastors’ Wives
Reconciliation 101
(facilitated by UIM Missionary Ron Tilley)
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