The 35th Laity Academy’s theme is ‘Pass It On – Spreading God’s Word Through Action!’
As members of Christ’s Church we all have a role to play – no matter how small or large – Paul says it very directly in Corinthians 12 where he tells us that every part of the body of Christ has a role and that the body does not consist of one member but of many. If the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body.” Read more…
More Information:
- Conference Webpage: www.epaumc.org/ministry/lay
- Christ Servant Minister web page: christservantministries.net
Downloads:
- Tools for Ministry introduction
- What is it? Why Should I go?
- Save-The-Date Cards
- Hotel Information – Where to stay in Quakertown
- How can I Afford to attend the Laity Academy?
Costs:
The cost of the 2018 Academy is $110. There will be an additional $5 for the BASIC course, and an additional $10 for Making Every Prayer Count. These additional fees will cover the cost of needed materials.
Course List:
NEW courses this year are highlighted. Click here to read the full course descriptions.
BASIC
- The Basic Course – The Journey Begins - Judy Ehninger
SPEAKING
- Speaking 1: Preaching to be Heard – Rev. Harold Burkett
- Speaking 2: Preaching by Number – Rev. Lloyd Speer
- Hablando 1: Predicando para ser Escuchado – Pastor Kevin Kresge
LEADERSHIP
- Emotional Intelligence: A Blueprint for Your Spiritual Path – Pastor David Piltz
- Let Your Light So Shine: Maximize your message and ministry through media and marketing – Pastor John Coleman
- Timeless Spiritual Gifts in a 21st Century Context – Rev. Misty Fuller
CARING
- Making Every Prayer Count: Moving from ME to WE – Pastor Ruth Hendrickson
- Pastoral Care: What to Say To People Who Are Hurting – Laurie Lewis
- Disability Ministry and the Body of Christ – Deaconess Barbara Skarbowski
- Addiction Caring Ministry: Addiction Recovery through the Power of Prayer – Jon Kirkbride
- Creating Stations of Hope – Linda Van Til
