conference
MIDWEST
October 8 | Illinois
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN PUPPETEERS'
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 MIDWEST FCP?
The Midwest Fellowship of Christian Puppeteers Conference (MFCP) is more than just classes. This day was created to ignite, refuel and renew your ministry through sharing ideas, creative presentations, and rich fellowship. MFCP will be on:
Saturday, October 8, 2022
Unity Baptist Church
2500 St. Clair Ave, Granite City, IL 62040
(Hosted by Adventureland Puppet Ministry)
If you're interested in more in-depth puppetry and creative ministry training, we encourage you to join us this summer for our National Conference.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
MFCP is open to anyone who would like to invest in discovering creative ways to proclaim the Gospel. Our attendees span all age groups and ministries: adults, teens, pastors, directors, lay workers, and missionaries.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
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Ignite your imagination: you will be equipped with creative ideas and practical solutions to take your ministry to the next level. Our instructors are passionate and experienced in the fields of puppetry and creative ministry.
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Renew your mind: you will be spiritually challenged during devotions, refreshed with praise and worship, and inspired by performances.
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Refresh your spirits: you will be surrounded by like-minded, passionate people from across the region who are also invested in reaching the next generation of Believers.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Subject to change.
8:15 - 9:00 a.m.
Doors Open, Registration & Check In*
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Welcome, Devotions & Opening Performances
10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Workshop Session #1
11:45 - 1:15 p.m.
Lunch at Local Restaurants
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Workshop Session #2
2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
Ministry Slam
3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Workshop Session #3
5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Closing Session & Presentation
*Exhibit booths will be open various times during the day
WORKSHOP TOPICS
You may download the workshop descriptions here.
WORKSHOP SESSION 1
Let's to Back to the Basics of Puppetry
Richard and Sondra Gibson
The A.C.T.S. of the Gospel Clown
Colleen Fouts
Human Video "From Sticks to Language & More" Part 1 of 2
Amanda Sommerfeld
Beyond Words Part 1 of 2
Gary & Barb Leystra
Construction: Playful Puppet Pals Part 1 of 2
Kristofer Sommerfeld
WORKSHOP SESSION 2
The Equipment Side of Performing
Steve Davis
Skits You Can Use NOW
Colleen Fouts
Human Video "From Sticks to Language & More" Part 2
Amanda Sommerfeld
Beyond Words Part 2
Gary & Barb Leystra
Construction: Playful Puppet Pals Part 2
Kristofer Sommerfeld
WORKSHOP SESSION 3
From Intermediate to Advanced
Kristofer Sommerfeld
Introduction to Creative Ministry
Amanda Sommerfeld
Kid Ministry Focus
Colleen Fouts
Props P.O.P. (Plan, Organize & Produce)
Gary & Barb Leystra
Lip Sync Challenge
2022 INSTRUCTORS
Jeff Smith is the creative force behind Salt and Light Ministries and countless resources equipping Christians around the world for the last 30+ years. He is a Master Instructor in drama, worship arts, creative ministry, and children's ministry.
Kristofer is a master puppeteer & advanced puppet builder who has been involved in puppetry, creative arts & children’s ministries for most of his life. His ultimate passion is for people to know the true Heart of God & His love for them. He loves to see God do the “impossible” & bring complete healing to people – body, soul & spirit. He is also the owner of Kristofer Sommerfeld Productions & the brands Puppedcation™, PlaySoup® and the Creative Arts Store.
Colleen has been teaching kids at Church for 35 years (and is still learning how) and she is currently the children’s pastor at Faith Trinity Pentecostal Church in Shelbyville, IN. She graduated from clown college in 1999 (and she’s still learning that too)!
The Leystras are the directors of Gracefull Puppets, a creative ministry based in Illinois. Barb is a puppeteer and Gary's strengths include props, lighting, sound and video.
Amanda is a puppeteer with over a decade of experience. Her favorite creative outlet is through dramatic interpretations. She is a puppet builder and enjoys finding inspiration through her travels. Amanda was born in sunny California but now lives with her new husband in Pennsylvania. In her spare time she likes to make greeting cards for her friends and family.
Richard and Sondra started Adventureland Puppet Ministry in 2000 at Suburban Baptist Church (now known as Unity Baptist Church) in Granite City, IL. Since then they have devoted their lives to Glorifying God through the world of puppets and to ministering to people of ALL ages through their shows. God has showed them that this small team can do big things and because of this they want to encourage other ministries to go for it!
Registration + Lunch
REGISTRATION
SUPER EARLY BIRD
Ends August 15
$20
EARLY BIRD
Ends September 1
$25
(Groups of 4+ save an extra $5/person!)
REGULAR
Ends September 15
$30
(Groups of 4+ save an extra $5/person!)
LATE/ON-SITE
After September 15
$35
(Groups of 4+ save an extra $5/person!)
Individual Rate is per person. 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 for each registrant.
Cancellation/Change Policy: Changes to a registration may be made at any point for a fee of $5 per person.
Cancellations may elect to donate their registration to our Scholarship Fund or request a refund until September 15. Registrations will be refunded, minus the original processing fee and a $10 cancellation fee. We can no longer offer refunds after September 15.