En Español
Únase a nosotros para los talleres que se ofrecen en español el lunes por la mañana, comenzando a las 9:30 AM.
Se ofrecen en la Iglesia Bautista Nueva Generación (13607 N Enon Church Road, Chester)
Prácticas Contables en la Iglesia
Andrea Mazariego • Innovative Faith Resources, Financial Services
La Mayordomía en la Iglesia
raul santamaria • SEND NETWORK ESPAÑOL
Quédese y disfrute del almuerzo después de los talleres antes de regresar a la Heights Baptist Church.
BREAKOUT SESSION 1 • 9:15AM
Church Administration
Artificial Intelligence
david olson • Innovation + Artificial Intelligence, International Mission Board
LOCATION • C-123
Discover the pros and cons of using AI in church ministry. Learn best practices and be enlightened of cautions.
Tax Information for Pastors
Eddie Urbine • Chief Executive Officer, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • C-103
Discussion of current and changing tax issues affecting pastors. Learn some methods to decrease your tax liability.
Disciple Making
A Pathway to Making Disciples
John Paul Basham
LOCATION • MOD 2
Based on the Great Commission, discover the why, the how, and resources to help your church to strategically make Disciples that make Disciples.
Faithful Steps: Helping Kids Prepare for Baptism
Anna Klipa • Children’s Minister, First Baptist Church, Woodbridge
Josh Wootton • Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church, Woodbridge
LOCATION • Kids Worship B
How do we know when a child is ready for baptism? This session will help pastors and kids’ ministry leaders work together to think through both the “why” and the “how” of preparing for baptism. We’ll talk about helping kids understand the Gospel, recognizing signs of genuine faith and building a process that is both intentional and pastoral.
Start with Why: The Theology of Church-Based Men’s Discipleship
mike young • Executive Director, Noble Warriors & Men’s Ministry Consultant, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • Choir Room
Three key passages give shape to God’s design for men to lead in the home and church. Those passages establish a foundation to help churches build men who walk with Christ and lead well.
Ministry Affinity
CHURCH PLANTING
Church Planting Network Coffee Fellowship
LOCATION • Kids Worship A
Connect with fellow church planters, spouses, and ministry leaders in a relaxed setting designed to encourage meaningful relationships and shared learning. Enjoy coffee and conversation as you exchange ideas, celebrate what God is doing through church planting, and build connections that can strengthen your ministry journey.
MINISTRY WIVES
When Ministry Comes Home
ELISABETH FIORDELISE • Ministry Wives Team Leadership, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • Youth Auditorium
Ministry has a way of following us home. We’ll talk about the challenges of balancing church life with marriage and family and share practical ways to keep ministry from taking over the places meant for family, connection, and rest.
WORSHIP
Small Church, Big Worship
Led by David Morton • Worship Pastor, Rileyville Baptist Church, Rileyville
LOCATION • C-122
Every local church is different—different sizes, styles, budgets, and communities. And while smaller churches face unique challenges in worship ministry—from finding leaders and developing musicians to navigating technology, choosing songs, and discovering your church’s style—the Holy Spirit has gifted every church to minister to its people. In this session, we’ll explore how to recognize and develop the gifts God has already given your congregation, along with simple, practical resources and steps your church can take to grow a healthy worship ministry and a singing church—regardless of your size or budget.
Missions & Outreach
Evangelism – Prayer, Care, Share
david wheeler
LOCATION • MOD 3
Help create an evangelistic culture in your church by intentionally engaging your neighbors, friends, coworkers, and family members.
Diaspora Partnerships for the Local Church
matt gregory • People Group Strategist, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • MOD 4
A practical guide for every Virginia church to consider, understand, assess, and build healthy partnerships to reach people from other nations in their local community.
Making Community Impact
michael harrison • Pastor, The Community Fellowship, Collinsville, Virginia
LOCATION • MOD 1
“Whoever shows up most in someone’s life wins the battle of influence.” -Tommy Barnett
Learn the secrets of longevity and partnership to make maximum Gospel impact in your community.
More than a Game: Sports Ministry that Reaches your Community
Allen Thompson • Fellowship of Christian Athletes
LOCATION • Youth Cafe
Sports represent one of the largest and most accessible mission fields in our communities. Whether your church is considering launching its own sports ministry or partnering with an established league, parachurch organization, or school, this session will provide practical principles for developing a sustainable ministry that serves families, earns trust, and creates lasting opportunities for gospel influence.
Pastoral Leadership
Small Town and Rural Realities
JimBo Stewart • Associate Director, Send Network Replant and Renewal
LOCATION • C-124
Leading a church in a small town and/or rural setting brings unique challenges and realities. This breakout will discuss these realities and challenges and how to pursue church health and kingdom impact in light of these realities.
The Pastor’s Task: Raising Up the Next Generation of Gospel Workers
chuck lawless • Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
LOCATION • C-121
The task of raising up and calling out the next generation of Gospel workers is not optional for pastors, regardless of the size and/or condition of your church. In this breakout, Dr. Lawless will talk about ways to carry out this work in partnership with others who can help you do and love this work.
BREAKOUT SESSION 2 • 10:30AM
Church Administration
Artificial Intelligence
david olson • Innovation + Artificial Intelligence, International Mission Board
LOCATION • C-123
Discover the pros and cons of using AI in church ministry. Learn best practices and be enlightened of cautions.
Protecting Your Ministry: Safeguarding Your People, Property, and Misson
Dyland Bacon • Guidestone Commercial Property & Casualty
LOCATION • C-103
This session equips ministry leaders with a deeper understanding of today’s insurance environment and the unique property and casualty risks they face. Attendees will explore coverage options, key factors driving rising costs, and proven risk management practices that help ministries safeguard their people, property, and mission.
Disciple Making
A Pathway to Making Disciples
John Paul Basham
LOCATION • MOD 2
Based on the Great Commission, discover the why, the how, and resources to help your church to strategically make Disciples that make Disciples.
Family Discipleship
Sarah Carroll • Family Discipleship Coordinator, River Church
LOCATION • Kids Worship B
How to help families understand their role in discipleship and what it looks like to take the lead in their child’s spiritual formation. This session will also include practical ways the church can come alongside families as they practice discipleship in their homes.
Titus 2 MENtoring: Wisdom and Strength
mike young • Executive Director, Noble Warriors & Men’s Ministry Consultant, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • Choir Room
Launching and sustaining intergenerational discipleship among men in your church will energize and mobilize men of all ages. Because the young man needs the old man’s wisdom and the old man needs the young man’s strength.
Ministry Affinities
NEXTGEN
Still a Worthy Calling: Encouragement & Conversation for Student Ministry Leaders
Mike Camire •Student Ministry Coordinator, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • Youth Cafe
Panelists and participants will discuss a variety of topics that pertain to the unique opportunities God is providing to reach and equip students with the gospel. Through open discussion, practical wisdom, and lessons learned from the front lines of ministry, this session will remind student ministry leaders that they are not alone. Whether you are a veteran student pastor, a volunteer, or just beginning your ministry journey, you will leave encouraged and renewed in the worthy call given to reach, disciple, and mobilize the now and next generations.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Women’s Ministry 101
Dolly Mink • Women’s Ministry Coordinator, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • Youth Auditorium
Do you have questions regarding starting small groups? Getting more women to attend Bible study? Wondering how to breathe new life into events? Are you looking for ways to encourage women to go deeper in their study of God’s Word? Join the SBCV Women’s Ministry Leadership Team for this panel discussion and time of Q&A and connect with leaders from your region who are eager to help you.
Missions & Outreach
Choosing Your Diaspora Partnership Model
matt gregory • People Group Strategist, SBC of Virginia
LOCATION • MOD 4
Participate in a panel discussion about unity & diversity, translation limits, and lessons from SBC of Virginia churches.
Evangelism – Prayer, Care, Share
david wheeler
LOCATION • MOD 3
Help create an evangelistic culture in your church by intentionally engaging your neighbors, friends, coworkers, and family members.
Ministering to Military Personnel and Families
Justin Woods • Director for Church Planting in Military Communities, Send Network
LOCATION • MOD 1
Few places in America are more shaped by the military than Virginia. We have one of the military’s largest active-duty populations, one of its largest veteran communities, and military families woven into communities from Norther Virginia to Hampton Roads. Learn key principles and practices to reach and disciple service members and their families right where you are.
Pastoral Leadership
Don’t Just Plant a Church – Pastor One
Matt Smethurst • River City Baptist Church, Richmond, Virginia
LOCATION • Kids Worship A
Church planting is more than launching a ministry; it means shepherding a people. Drawing on lessons from the early years of a new church, Matt Smethurst offers practical counsel on clarity, membership, leadership, family, sustainability, and ordinary pastoral faithfulness.
Pursuing Church Renewal
JimBo Stewart • Associate Director, Send Network Replant and Renewal
LOCATION • C-124
We cannot manufacture church health – the harvest is up to the Lord. But we can position ourselves as leaders and our churches to pursue renewal. God’s not done with your church – Jesus has a plan for your church. In this breakout we will talk about how to discern and pursue Jesus’ plan for His Church.
The Pastor’s Task: Raising Up the Next Generation of Gospel Workers
chuck lawless • Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
LOCATION • C-121
The task of raising up and calling out the next generation of Gospel workers is not optional for pastors, regardless of the size and/or condition of your church. In this breakout, Dr. Lawless will talk about ways to carry out this work in partnership with others who can help you do and love this work.
