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DAY OF
SATURDAY, JULY 25 | MARYLAND
Cancellation/Change Policy: Beginning February 15th, changes to a registration may be made at any point for a $10 change fee. Cancellations may elect to donate their registration to our Scholarship Fund or request a refund until June 1. Registrations will be refunded, minus the original processing fee and a $10 cancellation fee, until June 1. After June 1, meal plan registrants can request a partial refund on their meal plan and a full refund on their conference registration, minus the original processing fee and a $20 cancellation fee. We can no longer offer refunds on meal plans after July 1.
WHAT IS DAY OF TRAINING?
Day of Training is more than just classes. This day was created to ignite, refuel and renew your ministry through spirit-filled devotions, creative presentations, and rich fellowship with fellow leaders and workers in children's and youth ministry.
This event is part of our National Conference, which gathers Christians from across the nation who are all united by their love for Christ and their desire to creatively share the Good News. If you're interested in more in-depth puppetry and creative ministry training, we encourage you to join us earlier in the week for our National Conference.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Day of Training is open to anyone who would like to invest in developing their creativity and ministries to proclaim the Gospel. Our attendees span all age groups and ministries: adults, teens, pastors, directors, lay workers, and missionaries.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, JULY 24: PRE-CONFERENCE
3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Learn exciting techniques in a variety of hands-on classes! These classes require pre-registration.
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Dinner at local restaurants
6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Fellowship & Exhibits
Shop for resources, tools, and ideas for your ministry from a variety of Christian exhibitors.
7:00 - 8:15 p.m.
FREE Night of Creative Ministry
Coming early for pre-con or just want to enjoy a fun time with your team? Join us for a night of ideas and encouragement through worship and creative ministry presentations.
SATURDAY, JULY 25: DAY OF TRAINING
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Registration & Exhibits
9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
Worship & Devotions
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Workshop Sessions #1
11:15 - 12:15 p.m.
Workshop Sessions #2
12:15 - 1:30 p.m.
Lunch on-campus or at local restaurants
1:45 - 2:45 p.m.
Workshop Sessions #3
2:45 - 3:15 p.m.
Fellowship & Exhibits
3:15 - 4:00 p.m.
Worship & Closing Presentations
4:30 p.m.
Exhibits Close
WORKSHOP TOPICS
Topics may be subject to change.
SIDEWALK SUNDAY SCHOOL
Jill Harrington (Metro Children's Outreach Director)
OUT OF THE BOX PUPPETRY
Amanda Sommerfeld (Puppeteer)
STICKIN' WITH IT: SUSTAINING YOUR MINISTRY
Jeff Smith (President, Salt & Light Ministries)
SHARING THE GOSPEL ON THE GO
Barb Field (Christian Clown)
COMBINING SIGNED ENGLISH & CREATIVE MOVEMENT
Kristyn Sommerfeld & Garrett Elliott (Christian Artists)
FROM SCRIPTURE TO IMPROV TO PRESENTATION
Debbie Streicher (Milestones Ministry Director)
TELLING THE OLD, OLD STORY IN A NEW, NEW WAY
Jeff Smith (President, Salt & Light Ministries)
GOSPEL BALLOONING
Barb Field (Christian Clown)
ENHANCING YOUR MINISTRY... ELECTRONICALLY!
Kristofer Sommerfeld (Evergreen Creative Ministries Director)
SIMPLE GOSPEL PUPPETRY
Jill Harrington (Metro Children's Outreach Director)
USING MEDIA TO SUPPORT YOUR MESSAGE
Dave Privett (Master Puppeteer & Designer)
MOVEMENT 4 NON-MOVERS
Jeff Smith (President, Salt & Light Ministries
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
Join us for additional learning opportunities Friday afternoon from 3:00 - 5:00 pm before the Night of Creative Ministry! Pre-conference workshops require pre-registration and an additional cost for materials. Click the image for additional information.
Learn how to create basic twists with balloons to create all sorts of things! Please bring a balloon pump and balloons, if you have them. There will also be pre-pumped balloons to work with.
You can't always have a puppet handy, but you can always have a little magic in your pocket! Learn how to capture a person's attention with easy-to-learn Gospel magic. You’ll receive the "how-to" and supplies. Please bring a container to store your tricks!
Did you ever need 3 loaves of bread to sing but only have two hands!? We’ll build a prop with a sliding mouth mechanism that will delight and surprise your audience. There will be many designs to choose from. Bring scissors and a glue gun.
REGISTRATION
Group rate is per person for 4 or more registering at the same time.
* A one-time credit card processing fee of 3% plus $1 per registrant is collected at the time of registration.
How to Register: We offer online registration for individuals and groups. Please have contact information, date of birth and, if applicable, dietary needs ready for each registrant.
Cancellation/Change Policy:
Changes to a registration may be made at any point for a $5 change fee.
Cancellations may elect to donate their registration to our Scholarship Fund or request a refund until July 15. Registrations will be refunded, minus the original processing fee and a $5 cancellation fee, until July 15. We can not offer refunds on meal purchases after July 1.
EARLY BIRD: SAVE $20!
Ends June 15th
$29
Saturday Registration Only
(Groups of 4+ save an extra $4/person!)
REGULAR: SAVE $10!
Ends July 1st
$39
Saturday Registration Only
(Groups of 4+ save an extra $4/person!)
LATE/ON-SITE
After July 1st
$49
Saturday Registration Only
(Groups of 4+ save an extra $4/person!)
ELIZABETH O. (NEW YORK)
I really love to come to FCP; It feels like I've known every one forever and it's because of the love of God that pours out of everyone.
CALEB W. (COLORADO)
I felt accepted in a place of worship and good vibes. I learned more than words can speak and felt inspired to live my life more fully.
JACK & SHARON T. (PHILIPPINES)
What a blessing! This was full of God-connections, oodles of knowledge and a God send. Thanks so much for welcoming and equipping us.
RENEW YOUR MIND
Be spiritually challenged during devotions and praise & worship in an environment where you aren't responsible for making everything go smoothly.
IGNITE YOUR IMAGINATION
Get equipped with loads of creative ideas and practical solutions through workshops and presentations to take your ministry to the next level.
REFRESH YOUR SPIRITS
Surround yourself with passionate like-minded Christians from across the nation who are also investing in reaching the next generation of Believers.