Mastering the Middle: Ministry in a Mid-Sized Church
(100-175 average worship attendance)

The mid-sized church has some interesting and challenging dynamics.  It is small enough to act like a small church, to the detriment of continuing outreach and growth.  The issues to be addressed during this seminar include: caring systems, decision-making processes, assimilation of newcomers, discipling, pastoral role of care and leadership, small group life, ministry specialties and developing lay ministries.  The key issues that this seminar will focus on to help the church successfully make the necessary transition to grow are meeting nights and mentoring, monthly ministry and a care system.

Participants will also explore the relevant theory of mid-sized churches and find practical skills and models to effectively minister in this church size.  Participants will then meet in one follow-up session for ongoing support and to help implement the principles shared in the seminar, as well as to address specific questions and concerns regarding continuing, effective ministry.

DATES AND PLACES

This seminar and follow-up will be held on following dates and locations.

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March 23-24, 2011 (follow-up September 27, 2011) -- Lakeland, FL

May 4-5, 2011 (follow-up November 30, 2011) -- location TBA, Western PA Conference

If your church or conference would be interested in hosting or sponsoring this seminar, please click on the "Sponsor Info" button or text link for information.