Church Leadership Institute of Harrisburg-East American Baptist Mission Course January 12-13, 2007

Course Objectives… Strategic Goals u Describe the mission of the church u Realize the mission and purpose of the Gospel is for the whole person: physically, spiritually, and emotionally. u Develop a comprehensive program of mission education for all ages. u Plan for mission outside the walls of the local church.

Course Objectives… Strategic Goals u Interpret American Baptist regional, national and international mission outreach to a local congregation. u Utilize tools in encouraging good stewardship among church members u Develop a year’s outline for a mission and stewardship emphasis in the church.

Our Battle Plan for the coming 12 hours together! u Friday Evening Schedule –Biblical Imperatives for Mission –Baptist Heritage in Mission

u Friday Evening Schedule (continued) –Introduction to American Baptist Mission The Ministry of the Region… The American Baptist Churches of Pennsylvania and Delaware –Rev. Dr. Daniel MacDonald, Interim Executive Minister, ABCOPAD A Welcomed Night’s sleep

u Saturday Morning, January 13th Schedule National Ministries –Continuation of Introduction to American Baptist Mission National Ministries The Reverend David Cushman Research & Information Services Officer Board of National Ministries International Ministries Dr. Stan Slade, Team Leader, Mission Education, Communication, Events and Technology Team Board of International Ministries –LUNCH –

Saturday Afternoon, January 13th Schedule u Stewardship and YOU! u Funding the Mission u Local church mission resources… ***an arsenal of resources to jumpstart your church’s mission emphasis! u OUCH….Distributing the Exam! (It’s a take-home test, so don’t worry about needing a #2 Pencil !)  Homeward Bound