Thursday, May 15th
1:30-3:00pm
Jesus Justice: So Easy A Five-Year Old Can Do It, Jeremy Del Rio, Community Justice Issues
From The Griot To The Gospel Rapper: Confronting Hip-Hop’s Religious And Spiritual Movements Across Time And Space, Christina Maria Zanfagna, Culture
Out Of The Darkness: Overcoming The Stigma Of Depression, Chris Schaffner, Culture
Leadership Excellence—Good Governance, Glen Peterson, Executive Directors
Communicating The Gospel With Impact To Youth Who Don't Give A &^%!%, Phil Jackson, Practical Youth Ministry
Living The Legacy: How To Pass Faith To The Next Generation, LaVerne Tolbert, Practical Youth Ministry
Creating An Equilibrium Between Ministry And The Rest Of Your Life, Abel Lopez, Soul Care
Honest Conversations With The Father: Igniting A Passion For Prayer, Matu Taylor, Soul Care
Impact Your Whole Community Through Children's Outreach, Julian Toriz, Street Ministry
Reaching All People With The Whole Gospel, John Lewis, Suburban Urban Blend
3:30-5:00pm
Christian Collegiates Gone Wild: Bringing the Gospel to the College Campus, Ben Stephens, Campus Life
Un.orthodox Illustrations, Tommy "Urban D" Kyllonen, Creative Arts
Secret Scars: Understanding Self-Injury, Chris Schaffner, Culture
Beginning With The End In Mind: Setting Your Ministry Up For Success!, Romanita Hairston, Executive Directors
Bad Leadership: The Bad Examples Of Leadership In Ministry, Anthony Flynn, Leadership Development
Developing A Strategic Youth Ministry Plan, Cornelius Williams, Practical Youth Ministry
Follow Me As I Follow Christ: Discipleship Through One-On-One Mentoring, Gabe Veas, Practical Youth Ministry
Spiritual Mothering, Virginia Ward, Practical Youth Ministry
Theology Of Leadership, Kirk Scott, Theology
Relevant Message, Relevant Ministry!, Najuma Smith, Urban Church
Give Yourself To Yourself, Before You Give Yourself Away, June Evans, Women In Leadership
Friday, May 16th
8:30-10:00am
No Child Left Behind: How Does It Affect Your Center?, Joseph Parker, After School Programs
Programming In The Schools: More Than A Ministry, Abel Lopez, Campus Life
Helping Communities Heal From The Wounds Of The Past, Marvin Jacobo, Community Justice Issues
It Takes Just One: A Practical Guide For Engaging The World Of Poverty, Orphans, And Human Trafficking, Greg Russinger, Community Justice Issues
The Legacy Of Housing Heroes—Transforming Our Communities With Affordable Housing, Jill Shook, Community Justice Issues
Rap It, Tag It, Speak It, Flip It: Getting Kids To Experience God's Word In A Fresh Way, Fred Lynch, Creative Arts
She Ain’t Yo Gangsta Boo: Respecting Women In Hiphop Culture, Deshonna Collier-Goubil, Culture
Understanding Black Power Ideology & Religions, Jack Hakimian, Culture
Program Rich But Cash Poor, Dean Cowles, Executive Directors
Leadership Development of Indigenous Leaders, Rudy Carrasco & Jeremy Del Rio, Leadership Development
Beyond Chubby Bunnies: The Heart Of Relationship Driven Ministry, Lenitia Fix, Practical Youth Ministry
Developing Yearly Bible Studies For Life-Long Impact, Darrell Williams, Practical Youth Ministry
Short Term Missions - Engaging The Experience With All Five Of Your Senses, Cari Jenkins, Practical Youth Ministry
Taking Youth Beyond Preaching, Pizza And Pretending, Marvin Daniels, Practical Youth Ministry
The Amazing World of Urban Junior High Ministry, Irene Cho, Practical Youth Ministry
Contemplative Urban Youth Ministers: Listening To The Still Small Voice In Silence, Dean Borgman, Soul Care
Unplugged Worship, Archie Honrado, Soul Care
Design A 'Street Ministry' On A Dime, Adrian Sandavol, Street Ministry
Crossing The Divide, Curt Gibson, Suburban Urban Blend
Theology Of Violence, Vince Campbell, Theology
What The Urban Purpose Driven Church Looks Like, Tommy "Urban D" Kyllonen, Urban Church
Why Black Dudes Like Me, Hate Going To Church, Eric Knox, Urban Church
1:30-3:00pm
Beyond Stand And Deliver: Education And The Mexican-American Community, Gabe Veas, After School Programs
2020 Vision For Schools: Transforming Public Education Within A Single Generation Of Students, Jeremy Del Rio & Curt Gibson, Campus Life
Environmental Justice And The Call To Stewardship Of The Earth, Michael Mata, Community Justice Issues
Impacting Your Community To Give Our Youth A Chance, Brian Dye, Community Justice Issues
Would Jesus Vote In 2008?, Kazi Joshua, Community Justice Issues
Creating Relevant Worship Experiences for the Urban Church, Josh Chavez & Jonathan Decuir, Creative Arts
Beyond Beasts & Rhymes: The History & Societal Effect of Hip Hop on American Society, Dan Hodge, Culture
Hostile Takeover: Demolishing Music Industry Strongholds, Alyce Hartman, Culture
Technology Planning Workshop, Thomas Hsieh, Glen Peterson & Marco Ramirez, Executive Directors
From Betterment To Development, Raising Young Leaders To Take Our Job, Micah Espinoza, Leadership Development
How Does The Youth Director Or Pastor Nurture His/Her Team?, LaVerne Tolbert, Practical Youth Ministry
Small Groups…Where Life Change Happens BEST In The Life Of Our Kids, Marvin Jacobo, Practical Youth Ministry
The Future of African-American Male Adolescents: Violent or Valiant, Ben Stephens, Practical Youth Ministry
Your First Two Years In Youth Ministry, Darrell Williams, Practical Youth Ministry
Affluenza!!, Wendy Tarr, Soul Care
Simple Spirituality, Chris Heuertz, Soul Care
Gang Laws And How These Laws Affect Our Community, Doug Fort, Street Ministry
So You Think You Want A BMW? (A Black, Mexican, White Leading Together), Jeff Mattesich, Mayra Nolan & Albert Tate, Suburban Urban Blend
Theology Of Suffering, Vince Campbell, Theology
Women’s Forum: Facing The Challenges Of Being A Woman In Ministry, Carla Lafayette, Ginny Olson & Florence Haraway, Women In Leadership
3:30-5:00pm
Parent Involvement: True Community Empowerment In An After-School Setting, Mayra Nolan, After School Programs
Starting An After-School Program, John Emra And A Team Of S.A.Y. Yes! Directors, After School Programs
How To Recapture The Jungle:How To Swing Through Schools Without Having To Climb Trees, Gilbert Chaidez, Pete Contreras, Nate Landis, Danny Lopez & Kevin Young, Campus Life
A Roadmap For Beginning Activists, Christy Lambertson, Community Justice Issues
Deep Justice In A Broken World, Noel Castellanos, Jeremy Del Rio, Kara Powell & Lina Thompson, Community Justice Issues
Discovering God’s Heart For Transforming Cities, Evan Chase, Brad Fieldhouse, Mary Glenn & Ryan VerWys, Community Justice Issues
Social Action And Public Policy, Juanita Irizarry, Community Justice Issues
Social Justice And Evangelism, Ron Ruthruff, Community Justice Issues
Developing A Recording Studio With More Than Music In Mind, Micah Espinoza, Creative Arts
Graphics/Media Artists Forum, Ben Eash, Edward "Spec" Bayonet, Creative Arts
Answering The Tough Questions On Sexual Identity, Andrew Marin, Culture
How To Do What You’re Doing Even Better: Clarifying Your Ministry Purpose And Measuring Your Impact, Amy Sherman, Executive Directors
DeFragmenting The Mind, Marvin Daniels, Leadership Development
For Men Only: How Men Can Empower and Mentor Women as Leaders in Ministry, Ginny Olson, Leadership Development
Connecting Spiritual Development and Asset Building, Gene Roehlkepartain, Practical Youth Ministry
Creating An Exciting Youth Program That Kids Will Not Want To Miss, Tommy Carrington, Practical Youth Ministry
Internet 101: Practical Tools For Urban Ministry, DJ Chuang, Practical Youth Ministry
Manhood @ Risk: An Intensive Learning Lab On Ministry To Urban Males!, Dario Lariosa, Practical Youth Ministry
Transgenerational Ministry In A Cross-Cultural World, Matt Stevens, Practical Youth Ministry
Living Single And Loving It!, Melody La Luz, Soul Care
Stress In The City, Dan Hodge & Cynthia Eriksson, Soul Care
The Balancing Act: Building Healthy Boundaries, Chris Brooks, Soul Care
Grieving In The Ghetto, Milo Carrasco, Street Ministry
Light And Heat: When Cops And Clergy Work Together To Reduce Gang Violence, Ricky Pickens, Street Ministry
Understanding Liberation Theology, Luis Carlo, Theology
So You Want To Plant An Urban Church, Adam Edgerly & John Teter, Urban Church
The Realities Of Planting A Church For The Hip Hop Generation, Ryan Flemming, Urban Church
From “Followship” To Leadership, Najuma Smith, Women In Leadership
Saturday, May 17th
8:30-10:00am
Practical Ways To Minister To Your Students In Schools, Jackie Gichohi, Campus Life
Jesus For President, Shane Claiborne, Community Justice Issues
Developing A Dynamic Praise Team, Tracy Carter, Creative Arts
How A Strong Ethnic Identity Can Empower Youth For Ministry, Orlando Crespo, Culture
Wicca/Witchcraft/Goddess Worship, Jill Rische, Culture
Lessons Learned: From Start-Up To Leading One Of The Largest Non-Profits In The U.S., Andy Bales, Executive Directors
Core Competencies of the Next Generation Urban Leader, Larry Acosta, Leadership Development
Discovering Your Leadership Style, Scott Asai, Leadership Development
Communicating Christ In The American Youth Culture, Jeffrey DeLeón, Practical Youth Ministry
Holistic Ministry: What Else Do Kids Need Besides A Bible Study?, Kara Powell & Curt Gibson, Practical Youth Ministry
Mentoring: The 88% Factor, Joe Harrison, Practical Youth Ministry
Nonnegotiables for Developing A Youth Ministry, Richard Bumpers, Practical Youth Ministry
Seven Attributes Of A Real Man, Danny Lopez, Practical Youth Ministry
Your Tool Belt To Successful Community-Based Youth Ministry, Max Torres, Practical Youth Ministry
Making Your Husband A Priority, Erin Jones, Soul Care
Making Your Wife A Priority, James Jones, Soul Care
Responding To Our Emotional Hurts: Self-Healing For Leaders Helping Hurting Kids, Dean Borgman, Soul Care
Partnering With Parents To Help Gang Members, Pepe Montenegro, Street Ministry
The Seven Deadly Sins Of Multicultural Ministry, Fred Lynch, Suburban Urban Blend
Street-Level Theology: Lessons Learned From Kids On The Street, Ron Ruthruff, Theology
Design An Exciting Children's Service For Outreach Or Discipleship, Julian Toriz, Urban Church
1:30-3:00pm
Empowering Teachers, Forrest Turpin, Campus Life
Hip Arts: How To Make Hip Hop And Other Artistic Expressions Attractive To Schools, Gilbert Chaidez, Campus Life
Gentrification And Community Youth: Impact And Responses, Juanita Irizarry, Community Justice Issues
Blue Sky To Blue Print, Joe Harrison, Creative Arts
Spoken Word Workshop: Developing Dynamic Delivery, Oddthomas, Creative Arts
America’s Next Top Model: Cultivating A New Generation Of Entertainment Influencers, Edwina Findley, Culture
Building Bridges Into The GLBT Community, Andrew Marin, Culture
The Future Of Gospel Hip-Hop: Challenges, Opportunities, And New Directions, Christina Maria Zanfagna, Culture
Fundraising That Hits On All Eight Cylinders, Andy Bales, Executive Directors
ABC's Of Planning Large Events To Reach Hundreds Of Teenagers, Dimas Salaberrios, Practical Youth Ministry
Hurt In The Hood: Helping Kids In Big Trauma And Everyday Drama, Brad Griffin, Jude Tiersma-Watson & Chris Albisurez, Practical Youth Ministry
Mentoring At-Risk Youth, Ruben Austria & Emmanuel Polonia, Practical Youth Ministry
Sex And The City: Understanding The Importance Of Sexual Purity, June Evans, Practical Youth Ministry
The Word Became Flesh And Dwelt Amoung Us....Considering The Incarnation As A Model For Urban Youth Ministry, Tommy Carrington, Gregg Moder, Jeffrey DeLeon, Ginny Olson & Dean Borgman, Practical Youth Ministry
Using Asset Building To Connect With And Strengthen Your Community, Gene Roehlkepartain, Practical Youth Ministry
When Consequences Are Not Enough (Helping Kids Make Right Choices), Jeffrey DeLeón, Practical Youth Ministry
When Sugar & Spice Turns Toxic: Relational And Physical Aggression Among Girls, Ginny Olson, Practical Youth Ministry
Discipline Is Not A Bad Word: Discovering The Purpose Of Spiritual Disciplines, Matu Taylor, Soul Care
Understanding The Mindset of a Gang Member, Pepe Montenegro, Street Ministry
What Do I Do When The Community I Serve Doesn't Look Like Me?, John and Samuel Liotti, Suburban Urban Blend
The Sacramental Nature Of The Poor, Chris Heuertz, Theology
Being Latino in America: The Challenges And Opportunities U.S. Born Latino Youth Face, Orlando Crespo, Culture
Wife, Mom And Pastor… Finding The Balance, Romanita Hairston, Women In Leadership
3:30-5:00pm
Creating Community Ownership Of Your After School Community Center, Crissy Brooks, After School Programs
Stripped Down – A Raw Look At Abandoned City Schools, Pete Contreras & Nate Landis, Campus Life
Immigrant Youth: Audacious Hope And Bold Action, Alexia Salvatierra, Community Justice Issues
Is Justice Local? (Who Is My Neighbor)?, Kazi Joshua, Community Justice Issues
Resurrecting Church, Shane Claiborne, Community Justice Issues
Two Fish, Five Loaves, And A Street Corner, Hector Saucedo, Creative Arts
Christ Transforming Culture, Deshonna Collier-Goubil, Culture
Reversing the Hermeneutical Flow: Finding Jesus in Film 201, Dan Hodge, Culture
Tools Of The Occult (Spiritism, Ouija Boards, Palm Reading, Tarot Cards, Fantasy Games/Fantasy Literature, etc.), Jill Rische, Culture
Scenario Planning, Marge Bermann, Executive Directors
Friends And Neighbors: Ministering Holistically To The Whole Family, Lenitia Fix, Practical Youth Ministry
Implementing A Discipleship Program For Urban Kids, Tommy Carrington, Practical Youth Ministry
Re-Imaging Incarnational Youth Ministry: The Incarnational Model In Praxis, Gregg Moder, Practical Youth Ministry
The Urban Polemicist: An Ancient Approach To Evangelism, Jack Hakimian, Practical Youth Ministry
Three Essentials For A Thriving Youth Ministry, Matt Stevens, Practical Youth Ministry
Urban Networking: The Power Of Connecting A City, Chris Brooks, Practical Youth Ministry
A Soul Care Retreat, Archie Honrado, Soul Care
Living Holy And Loving It!, Melody La Luz, Soul Care
Ministry With Integrity: How To Stay In This For Long Term Impact, Phil Jackson, Soul Care
Thriving In Ministry And Marriage, James Jones & Erin Jones, Soul Care
Are You Called To Ministry In The Streets?, Doug Fort, Street Ministry
Planting A Church In Urban America, Bob Engel, Urban Church
Developing An Extended Family For The Single Female, Lina Thompson, Women In Leadership
1:30-3:00pm
Jesus Justice: So Easy A Five-Year Old Can Do It, Jeremy Del Rio, Community Justice Issues
From The Griot To The Gospel Rapper: Confronting Hip-Hop’s Religious And Spiritual Movements Across Time And Space, Christina Maria Zanfagna, Culture
Out Of The Darkness: Overcoming The Stigma Of Depression, Chris Schaffner, Culture
Leadership Excellence—Good Governance, Glen Peterson, Executive Directors
Communicating The Gospel With Impact To Youth Who Don't Give A &^%!%, Phil Jackson, Practical Youth Ministry
Living The Legacy: How To Pass Faith To The Next Generation, LaVerne Tolbert, Practical Youth Ministry
Creating An Equilibrium Between Ministry And The Rest Of Your Life, Abel Lopez, Soul Care
Honest Conversations With The Father: Igniting A Passion For Prayer, Matu Taylor, Soul Care
Impact Your Whole Community Through Children's Outreach, Julian Toriz, Street Ministry
Reaching All People With The Whole Gospel, John Lewis, Suburban Urban Blend
3:30-5:00pm
Christian Collegiates Gone Wild: Bringing the Gospel to the College Campus, Ben Stephens, Campus Life
Un.orthodox Illustrations, Tommy "Urban D" Kyllonen, Creative Arts
Secret Scars: Understanding Self-Injury, Chris Schaffner, Culture
Beginning With The End In Mind: Setting Your Ministry Up For Success!, Romanita Hairston, Executive Directors
Bad Leadership: The Bad Examples Of Leadership In Ministry, Anthony Flynn, Leadership Development
Developing A Strategic Youth Ministry Plan, Cornelius Williams, Practical Youth Ministry
Follow Me As I Follow Christ: Discipleship Through One-On-One Mentoring, Gabe Veas, Practical Youth Ministry
Spiritual Mothering, Virginia Ward, Practical Youth Ministry
Theology Of Leadership, Kirk Scott, Theology
Relevant Message, Relevant Ministry!, Najuma Smith, Urban Church
Give Yourself To Yourself, Before You Give Yourself Away, June Evans, Women In Leadership
Friday, May 16th
8:30-10:00am
No Child Left Behind: How Does It Affect Your Center?, Joseph Parker, After School Programs
Programming In The Schools: More Than A Ministry, Abel Lopez, Campus Life
Helping Communities Heal From The Wounds Of The Past, Marvin Jacobo, Community Justice Issues
It Takes Just One: A Practical Guide For Engaging The World Of Poverty, Orphans, And Human Trafficking, Greg Russinger, Community Justice Issues
The Legacy Of Housing Heroes—Transforming Our Communities With Affordable Housing, Jill Shook, Community Justice Issues
Rap It, Tag It, Speak It, Flip It: Getting Kids To Experience God's Word In A Fresh Way, Fred Lynch, Creative Arts
She Ain’t Yo Gangsta Boo: Respecting Women In Hiphop Culture, Deshonna Collier-Goubil, Culture
Understanding Black Power Ideology & Religions, Jack Hakimian, Culture
Program Rich But Cash Poor, Dean Cowles, Executive Directors
Leadership Development of Indigenous Leaders, Rudy Carrasco & Jeremy Del Rio, Leadership Development
Beyond Chubby Bunnies: The Heart Of Relationship Driven Ministry, Lenitia Fix, Practical Youth Ministry
Developing Yearly Bible Studies For Life-Long Impact, Darrell Williams, Practical Youth Ministry
Short Term Missions - Engaging The Experience With All Five Of Your Senses, Cari Jenkins, Practical Youth Ministry
Taking Youth Beyond Preaching, Pizza And Pretending, Marvin Daniels, Practical Youth Ministry
The Amazing World of Urban Junior High Ministry, Irene Cho, Practical Youth Ministry
Contemplative Urban Youth Ministers: Listening To The Still Small Voice In Silence, Dean Borgman, Soul Care
Unplugged Worship, Archie Honrado, Soul Care
Design A 'Street Ministry' On A Dime, Adrian Sandavol, Street Ministry
Crossing The Divide, Curt Gibson, Suburban Urban Blend
Theology Of Violence, Vince Campbell, Theology
What The Urban Purpose Driven Church Looks Like, Tommy "Urban D" Kyllonen, Urban Church
Why Black Dudes Like Me, Hate Going To Church, Eric Knox, Urban Church
1:30-3:00pm
Beyond Stand And Deliver: Education And The Mexican-American Community, Gabe Veas, After School Programs
2020 Vision For Schools: Transforming Public Education Within A Single Generation Of Students, Jeremy Del Rio & Curt Gibson, Campus Life
Environmental Justice And The Call To Stewardship Of The Earth, Michael Mata, Community Justice Issues
Impacting Your Community To Give Our Youth A Chance, Brian Dye, Community Justice Issues
Would Jesus Vote In 2008?, Kazi Joshua, Community Justice Issues
Creating Relevant Worship Experiences for the Urban Church, Josh Chavez & Jonathan Decuir, Creative Arts
Beyond Beasts & Rhymes: The History & Societal Effect of Hip Hop on American Society, Dan Hodge, Culture
Hostile Takeover: Demolishing Music Industry Strongholds, Alyce Hartman, Culture
Technology Planning Workshop, Thomas Hsieh, Glen Peterson & Marco Ramirez, Executive Directors
From Betterment To Development, Raising Young Leaders To Take Our Job, Micah Espinoza, Leadership Development
How Does The Youth Director Or Pastor Nurture His/Her Team?, LaVerne Tolbert, Practical Youth Ministry
Small Groups…Where Life Change Happens BEST In The Life Of Our Kids, Marvin Jacobo, Practical Youth Ministry
The Future of African-American Male Adolescents: Violent or Valiant, Ben Stephens, Practical Youth Ministry
Your First Two Years In Youth Ministry, Darrell Williams, Practical Youth Ministry
Affluenza!!, Wendy Tarr, Soul Care
Simple Spirituality, Chris Heuertz, Soul Care
Gang Laws And How These Laws Affect Our Community, Doug Fort, Street Ministry
So You Think You Want A BMW? (A Black, Mexican, White Leading Together), Jeff Mattesich, Mayra Nolan & Albert Tate, Suburban Urban Blend
Theology Of Suffering, Vince Campbell, Theology
Women’s Forum: Facing The Challenges Of Being A Woman In Ministry, Carla Lafayette, Ginny Olson & Florence Haraway, Women In Leadership
3:30-5:00pm
Parent Involvement: True Community Empowerment In An After-School Setting, Mayra Nolan, After School Programs
Starting An After-School Program, John Emra And A Team Of S.A.Y. Yes! Directors, After School Programs
How To Recapture The Jungle:How To Swing Through Schools Without Having To Climb Trees, Gilbert Chaidez, Pete Contreras, Nate Landis, Danny Lopez & Kevin Young, Campus Life
A Roadmap For Beginning Activists, Christy Lambertson, Community Justice Issues
Deep Justice In A Broken World, Noel Castellanos, Jeremy Del Rio, Kara Powell & Lina Thompson, Community Justice Issues
Discovering God’s Heart For Transforming Cities, Evan Chase, Brad Fieldhouse, Mary Glenn & Ryan VerWys, Community Justice Issues
Social Action And Public Policy, Juanita Irizarry, Community Justice Issues
Social Justice And Evangelism, Ron Ruthruff, Community Justice Issues
Developing A Recording Studio With More Than Music In Mind, Micah Espinoza, Creative Arts
Graphics/Media Artists Forum, Ben Eash, Edward "Spec" Bayonet, Creative Arts
Answering The Tough Questions On Sexual Identity, Andrew Marin, Culture
How To Do What You’re Doing Even Better: Clarifying Your Ministry Purpose And Measuring Your Impact, Amy Sherman, Executive Directors
DeFragmenting The Mind, Marvin Daniels, Leadership Development
For Men Only: How Men Can Empower and Mentor Women as Leaders in Ministry, Ginny Olson, Leadership Development
Connecting Spiritual Development and Asset Building, Gene Roehlkepartain, Practical Youth Ministry
Creating An Exciting Youth Program That Kids Will Not Want To Miss, Tommy Carrington, Practical Youth Ministry
Internet 101: Practical Tools For Urban Ministry, DJ Chuang, Practical Youth Ministry
Manhood @ Risk: An Intensive Learning Lab On Ministry To Urban Males!, Dario Lariosa, Practical Youth Ministry
Transgenerational Ministry In A Cross-Cultural World, Matt Stevens, Practical Youth Ministry
Living Single And Loving It!, Melody La Luz, Soul Care
Stress In The City, Dan Hodge & Cynthia Eriksson, Soul Care
The Balancing Act: Building Healthy Boundaries, Chris Brooks, Soul Care
Grieving In The Ghetto, Milo Carrasco, Street Ministry
Light And Heat: When Cops And Clergy Work Together To Reduce Gang Violence, Ricky Pickens, Street Ministry
Understanding Liberation Theology, Luis Carlo, Theology
So You Want To Plant An Urban Church, Adam Edgerly & John Teter, Urban Church
The Realities Of Planting A Church For The Hip Hop Generation, Ryan Flemming, Urban Church
From “Followship” To Leadership, Najuma Smith, Women In Leadership
Saturday, May 17th
8:30-10:00am
Practical Ways To Minister To Your Students In Schools, Jackie Gichohi, Campus Life
Jesus For President, Shane Claiborne, Community Justice Issues
Developing A Dynamic Praise Team, Tracy Carter, Creative Arts
How A Strong Ethnic Identity Can Empower Youth For Ministry, Orlando Crespo, Culture
Wicca/Witchcraft/Goddess Worship, Jill Rische, Culture
Lessons Learned: From Start-Up To Leading One Of The Largest Non-Profits In The U.S., Andy Bales, Executive Directors
Core Competencies of the Next Generation Urban Leader, Larry Acosta, Leadership Development
Discovering Your Leadership Style, Scott Asai, Leadership Development
Communicating Christ In The American Youth Culture, Jeffrey DeLeón, Practical Youth Ministry
Holistic Ministry: What Else Do Kids Need Besides A Bible Study?, Kara Powell & Curt Gibson, Practical Youth Ministry
Mentoring: The 88% Factor, Joe Harrison, Practical Youth Ministry
Nonnegotiables for Developing A Youth Ministry, Richard Bumpers, Practical Youth Ministry
Seven Attributes Of A Real Man, Danny Lopez, Practical Youth Ministry
Your Tool Belt To Successful Community-Based Youth Ministry, Max Torres, Practical Youth Ministry
Making Your Husband A Priority, Erin Jones, Soul Care
Making Your Wife A Priority, James Jones, Soul Care
Responding To Our Emotional Hurts: Self-Healing For Leaders Helping Hurting Kids, Dean Borgman, Soul Care
Partnering With Parents To Help Gang Members, Pepe Montenegro, Street Ministry
The Seven Deadly Sins Of Multicultural Ministry, Fred Lynch, Suburban Urban Blend
Street-Level Theology: Lessons Learned From Kids On The Street, Ron Ruthruff, Theology
Design An Exciting Children's Service For Outreach Or Discipleship, Julian Toriz, Urban Church
1:30-3:00pm
Empowering Teachers, Forrest Turpin, Campus Life
Hip Arts: How To Make Hip Hop And Other Artistic Expressions Attractive To Schools, Gilbert Chaidez, Campus Life
Gentrification And Community Youth: Impact And Responses, Juanita Irizarry, Community Justice Issues
Blue Sky To Blue Print, Joe Harrison, Creative Arts
Spoken Word Workshop: Developing Dynamic Delivery, Oddthomas, Creative Arts
America’s Next Top Model: Cultivating A New Generation Of Entertainment Influencers, Edwina Findley, Culture
Building Bridges Into The GLBT Community, Andrew Marin, Culture
The Future Of Gospel Hip-Hop: Challenges, Opportunities, And New Directions, Christina Maria Zanfagna, Culture
Fundraising That Hits On All Eight Cylinders, Andy Bales, Executive Directors
ABC's Of Planning Large Events To Reach Hundreds Of Teenagers, Dimas Salaberrios, Practical Youth Ministry
Hurt In The Hood: Helping Kids In Big Trauma And Everyday Drama, Brad Griffin, Jude Tiersma-Watson & Chris Albisurez, Practical Youth Ministry
Mentoring At-Risk Youth, Ruben Austria & Emmanuel Polonia, Practical Youth Ministry
Sex And The City: Understanding The Importance Of Sexual Purity, June Evans, Practical Youth Ministry
The Word Became Flesh And Dwelt Amoung Us....Considering The Incarnation As A Model For Urban Youth Ministry, Tommy Carrington, Gregg Moder, Jeffrey DeLeon, Ginny Olson & Dean Borgman, Practical Youth Ministry
Using Asset Building To Connect With And Strengthen Your Community, Gene Roehlkepartain, Practical Youth Ministry
When Consequences Are Not Enough (Helping Kids Make Right Choices), Jeffrey DeLeón, Practical Youth Ministry
When Sugar & Spice Turns Toxic: Relational And Physical Aggression Among Girls, Ginny Olson, Practical Youth Ministry
Discipline Is Not A Bad Word: Discovering The Purpose Of Spiritual Disciplines, Matu Taylor, Soul Care
Understanding The Mindset of a Gang Member, Pepe Montenegro, Street Ministry
What Do I Do When The Community I Serve Doesn't Look Like Me?, John and Samuel Liotti, Suburban Urban Blend
The Sacramental Nature Of The Poor, Chris Heuertz, Theology
Being Latino in America: The Challenges And Opportunities U.S. Born Latino Youth Face, Orlando Crespo, Culture
Wife, Mom And Pastor… Finding The Balance, Romanita Hairston, Women In Leadership
3:30-5:00pm
Creating Community Ownership Of Your After School Community Center, Crissy Brooks, After School Programs
Stripped Down – A Raw Look At Abandoned City Schools, Pete Contreras & Nate Landis, Campus Life
Immigrant Youth: Audacious Hope And Bold Action, Alexia Salvatierra, Community Justice Issues
Is Justice Local? (Who Is My Neighbor)?, Kazi Joshua, Community Justice Issues
Resurrecting Church, Shane Claiborne, Community Justice Issues
Two Fish, Five Loaves, And A Street Corner, Hector Saucedo, Creative Arts
Christ Transforming Culture, Deshonna Collier-Goubil, Culture
Reversing the Hermeneutical Flow: Finding Jesus in Film 201, Dan Hodge, Culture
Tools Of The Occult (Spiritism, Ouija Boards, Palm Reading, Tarot Cards, Fantasy Games/Fantasy Literature, etc.), Jill Rische, Culture
Scenario Planning, Marge Bermann, Executive Directors
Friends And Neighbors: Ministering Holistically To The Whole Family, Lenitia Fix, Practical Youth Ministry
Implementing A Discipleship Program For Urban Kids, Tommy Carrington, Practical Youth Ministry
Re-Imaging Incarnational Youth Ministry: The Incarnational Model In Praxis, Gregg Moder, Practical Youth Ministry
The Urban Polemicist: An Ancient Approach To Evangelism, Jack Hakimian, Practical Youth Ministry
Three Essentials For A Thriving Youth Ministry, Matt Stevens, Practical Youth Ministry
Urban Networking: The Power Of Connecting A City, Chris Brooks, Practical Youth Ministry
A Soul Care Retreat, Archie Honrado, Soul Care
Living Holy And Loving It!, Melody La Luz, Soul Care
Ministry With Integrity: How To Stay In This For Long Term Impact, Phil Jackson, Soul Care
Thriving In Ministry And Marriage, James Jones & Erin Jones, Soul Care
Are You Called To Ministry In The Streets?, Doug Fort, Street Ministry
Planting A Church In Urban America, Bob Engel, Urban Church
Developing An Extended Family For The Single Female, Lina Thompson, Women In Leadership