Workshops | Wednesday 1 P.m.
Explore Missions Conference 2025 workshop options available on Wednesday, February 5, at 1 p.m.
Developing Leaders
Mission to the World | Sweeting 201
Effective missions require godly and capable leaders who can disciple others and inspire future generations of leaders. It's sound strategy, but what is the process? Come and explore what cross-cultural leadership development looks like from a seasoned practitioner.
Q&A: Discerning God's Will for Your Life.
Life in Messiah International | Sweeting 204
God has a plan for your life, but how can you know for sure what He wants you to do? What barriers keep us from getting direction? In this workshop, you'll hear more about the ultimate adventure of walking in step with God's purposes for you.
What's Happening with Africa Inland Mission?
Africa Inland Mission (AIM) | Sweeting 206
You are invited to join us to learn more from representatives of Africa Inland Mission. Specific content: TBD.
What Actually IS Pioneer Missions?
Radius International | Sweeting 209
What does it truly mean to engage in pioneer missions? Led by a seasoned pioneer missionary, this session unpacks the heart of taking the gospel to places where Christ has never been proclaimed and no churches exist. Learn what defines pioneer missions, the challenges it presents, and the profound privilege of bringing the light of the gospel to the darkest corners of the earth.
Balancing Family, Friends & Ministry
ZEMA | Sweeting 211
Ministry can challenge relationships! Let's talk about evaluating which relationships to prioritize and how. We'll discuss relationship dynamics, finding the grace to journey through life together—even when encountering disappointment—and how trust is the key ingredient. This workshop is also offered on Thursday at 1:00 p.m.
Sharing the Good News with Roman Catholic Friends
Converge International Ministries | Sweeting 218
Do you have relatives or friends who have been raised in the Catholic tradition? This workshop will analyze what our faith and Catholicism have in common and where they diverge. We'll provide ideas of how, in a non-confrontational way, you can share the gospel with these folks. Some content for this workshop will draw from a book by the same title written by Daniel Sanchez and Rodolfo Gonzalez.
Serving God with Your Talents in Rural America
Village Missions | Sweeting 223
How can you use your God-given passions and talents to reach a community for Christ? Come learn from seasoned rural missionaries who saw God work in powerful ways through their gifts.
What Are the Next Steps for Going on an Adventure with God?
South Asian Friendship Center | Sweeting 226
In this session, global partners who have ministered for more than five decades, in the US and overseas, will guide you through some simple but significant steps that will encourage you to serve God wholeheartedly. Whether your vocation is labeled "secular" or "ministry" work, or you serve locally or globally, God directs us to follow Him closely every step of the way.
Prayer and the Internet: Strategically Reaching the Unreached
OneWay Ministries | Sweeting 230
It is possible to reach unbelievers for the gospel from your dorm room? Prayer is a powerful tool that we are all called to. YOU have the opportunity to engage with the three billion unreached people worldwide. The director of Prayercast will highlight videos and inspiring testimonies of God miraculously answering prayer. Discover how to use technology and prayer to share God's heart for the nations and play an active role in advancing His kingdom.
Salty Statements—20 Seconds to a Conversation That Sparks Spiritual Thirst
All Nations | Sweeting 233
Jesus said we are the salt of the earth. That means we should make everyone around us thirstier for God! Every day we have inconsequential conversations with a number of people. What if we could turn those normal interactions into spiritual conversations where friends and strangers start asking about Jesus?
Transitioning Obstacles to Opportunities with a Gospel Witness
Christar | Sweeting 234
Effectively accelerating the spread of the gospel to those who have no access to it requires unwavering faith and perseverance. It means going beyond current challenges to creating access points to those who need the hope of Christ. You can be a catalyst for the Great Commission and gospel mobilization—let's advance the gospel together!
Visualizing the Gospel in a Ministry Mosaic of Marriage and Family
Rural Home Missionary Association (RHMA) | Sweeting 301
Marriage and family (both physical and spiritual) are essential ways the gospel can be visualized, but the enemy would love to put a dark cloud over that light. The reality is that the mission field often takes away the support system of a healthy church and caring relatives. Whatever the ministry mosaic God has called you to, you can use API (Aquila and Priscilla Intentionality) to keep the light of the gospel presence burning bright.
Building Conversations from Good, to God, to Gospel!
Cadence International | Sweeting 317
Ever wish you were better at leading good conversations with nonbelievers that lead to God and the gospel? Join us as we look to scriptural examples of encounters that can help us engage with people with the goal of leading them to Christ.
The Power and Potential of Stories for Our Oral World
OMF | Sweeting 328
Can Bible stories unite people around the world? It's not as crazy as it sounds. This session will help you discover natural and effective storytelling methods that can help draw those without Christ into the family of God. We were created to be a diverse and thriving community, loving others in the way Jesus did. Come learn how you can tell God's story—and yours—to reach others.
Discovering Your "Why" for Missions
One Challenge | Sweeting 333
There may be many motivations for getting involved in cross-cultural ministry, but what is really driving and empowering us to persevere along this often-challenging path? In this workshop, we'll explore various motivations for missions and some principles to keep walking with Christ every step of the way.
What Makes Happy Missionaries and Ministry Staff?
Chosen People Ministries | Sweeting 343
Having the confidence, competence, and happiness that only a life anchored in Christ can bring. In this session we'll explore how to look for future ministry work and what you can do while discovering/developing your ministry passions to gain confidence and enjoyment. We'll also discuss Self-Efficacy Theory and how it can lead to competence in ministry.
You'll Never Do Missions: Barriers and Biblical Responses
English Teaching Agency (Pseudonym) | Sweeting 345
Whether it's finances, family, career, or lack of calling, there seems to be many reasons to avoid overseas missions. Through Scripture, testimony, and time for reflection, this workshop explores the most common barriers that prevent people from going to the mission field. Join us to gain an understanding of how we can faithfully respond despite these very real challenges.
The World at Your Doorstep
Youth For Christ International | Sweeting 347
Choosing to minister overseas can be an incredible adventure. God brings people together from every tribe, language, people, and nation (Rev 5:9)—and you can be part of it! In this workshop, we'll share our experiences and hear about exciting ministry work in a multicultural city in France.
The Gospel in 3-D
Fellowship International Mission | Sweeting 349
We believe there are three primary cultural dimensions in the world: guilt/innocence, honor/shame, and fear/power. We naturally share the gospel from one of the three. To evangelize the unreached effectively, we need to learn how to communicate in biblical truth in all three scenarios. Join us to learn how!