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Revitalize Your Bible Study Ministry at Lifeway’s Group Essentials Conference
This conference is ideal for Sunday school or group min- istry directors, pastors, ministers of education, and sim- ilar positions, especially those who have been serving in their role for five years or less. The Lifeway Group Essentials Conference is free and in- cludes dinner on the first night and lunch on the second day, along with snacks. Lodging is not included. The conference begins on Monday, October 27, from 12:30 to 6 pm, followed by dinner together as a group. On Tuesday, October 28, the conference resumes at 8:30 am and ends at 3:30 pm. Register for the Conference at https://www.lifeway.com/ en/events/group-essentials. To register by phone, call 800.254.2022. Information for this article provided by Lifeway Christian Resources What a beautiful day together! The 2025 SCBO An- nual Women’s Event reminded us that even when life feels overwhelming, God is our strength. Thank you to Carrie Holt and every woman who came to be encouraged and equipped. The attendance this year was the largest yet, and we are looking for- ward to The 2026 SCBO Annual Women’s Event on September 26, 2026. 2025 Annual Women’s Event at Genoa Church, Westerville
GROUP ESSENTIALS
FIRST BAPTIST KETTERING 3939 SWIGART ROAD, DAYTON, OH 45440
Monday, October 27 12:30 - 6:00 p.m. then dinner together as a group
Tuesday, October 28 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
lifeway.com/grpessentials
Is it time to breathe new life into your church’s Bible study ministry? If so, make plans now to attend The Group Essentials Conference, October 27-28, at First Baptist Church, Ket- tering, 3939 Swigart Road, Dayton, 45440. The Group Essentials Conference is a FREE two-day event that equips participants to revitalize their Bi- ble study ministries by learning principles for growing healthy Bible study groups, best practices for enlisting and training workers, the eight signposts that indicate group members are growing as disciples, and more! Plus, participants will develop a plan of action they can implement upon returning to their churches. Lifeway’s Director of Group Ministry, Ken Braddy, will lead the sessions. Ken has more than 25 years of experi- ence leading education ministries in the local church and has led two to become the fastest-growing churches in two different states. He is an author, blogger, and con - ference leader. Registration is limited, so sign up soon. Attendees receive a conference notebook, Bible, and three books related to Sunday School leadership— Breathing Life into Sunday School, Building a Disci- ple-making Ministry, and Breakthrough: Creating a New Scorecard for Group Ministry Success. During the event, attendees will be given access to 17 different digital books and the accompanying plans to use in the church.
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