MOMENTUM
EFC-ER pastors and churches have been given unique opportunities to creatively minister to others as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our world is hungry for peace and hope that is only found through Jesus Christ. We have all adapted to meet those needs in new ways. You have shared stories of online prayer groups, virtual Bible studies, live-streamed hymn sings, video testimonies, and digital or drive-in church services
This Yearly Meeting is another opportunity for innovative ministry during a unique time. Due to concerns about COVID-19 and social distancing, the Oversight Board has prayerfully made the unanimous decision to host Yearly Meeting online this year. The one-day conference will be streamed online on Saturday, July 18. Yearly Meeting will include teaching sessions, Oversight Board and Ministry Team reports, guided prayer, and worship. Matthew Cork, Superintendent of Friends Southwest (EFC-SW), will be the main speaker. You will not want to miss this special, one-day event. We will also provide resources and equipping workshops on our website. Details will be added as they are finalized.
This year’s theme is “Momentum: Fueling A Spirit-Led Movement to Change Lives.” Momentum, or motion, does not occur without action. The church gains movement as a result of the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and applying the teachings of Jesus. We continue to pray for you as you lead your church in innovative ways and prayerfully consider how we move forward together in ministry. Let’s pray that we will apply the preached word and move with momentum into all the world in our day.
This Yearly Meeting is another opportunity for innovative ministry during a unique time. Due to concerns about COVID-19 and social distancing, the Oversight Board has prayerfully made the unanimous decision to host Yearly Meeting online this year. The one-day conference will be streamed online on Saturday, July 18. Yearly Meeting will include teaching sessions, Oversight Board and Ministry Team reports, guided prayer, and worship. Matthew Cork, Superintendent of Friends Southwest (EFC-SW), will be the main speaker. You will not want to miss this special, one-day event. We will also provide resources and equipping workshops on our website. Details will be added as they are finalized.
This year’s theme is “Momentum: Fueling A Spirit-Led Movement to Change Lives.” Momentum, or motion, does not occur without action. The church gains movement as a result of the inspiration of the Holy Spirit and applying the teachings of Jesus. We continue to pray for you as you lead your church in innovative ways and prayerfully consider how we move forward together in ministry. Let’s pray that we will apply the preached word and move with momentum into all the world in our day.
Resources
Delegate Selection Letter
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Delegate Package
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Memorials
Donald Crowder
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Phillis Morris
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Peter Guiler
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Schedule
Saturday - july 18, 2020 |
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8:30 am
9:00 am 10:45 am 11:00 am 11:45 am 12:15 am 1:30 pm 1:50 pm 2:15 pm 2:45 pm |
Worship Prelude
Welcome Introduction Worship Oversight Board Report Session One Guided Prayer Malone University Report Break Leadership & Development Team Report Finance & Administration Team Report Church Health Team Report Session Two Break for Lunch Session Three Worship Multiplication Team Report Delegate Vote to Approve Action Wrap Up Summary/Close |
Andy Black
Jesse and Rachel Brunk Tom Crawford Seth Wenger Matt Chesnes Mathew Cork Dan Crale Dr. David King Debbie Noble Geoff Schultz Pete Fowler Mathew Cork Mathew Cork Philadelphia Iglesia Evangelica Amigos Zach Bohler Clark Hoopes Tom Crawford Jesse & Rachel Brunk |
SPEAKERS
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MATHEW CORKSENIOR PASTORMathew is the senior pastor of Friends Church in Yorba Linda, California, a thriving church with four campuses in north Orange County. He also serves as the Superintendent of the Friends Southwest region of churches, bringing vision and leadership to this family of over 40 churches as they fuel a Spirit-led movement where Jesus changes people who change the world. Under Matthew's leadership, Friends Church is leading a movement of hope and freedom as they build educational centers that bring holistic transformation to the most marginalized people of India through the work of Dignity Freedom Network (DFN). Matthew is also the author of Why Not Today, and Broken for Good. Matthew and his wife Mardi have been married for 26 years and have three children: Nolan, Sophie, and Ella. Learn more and follow Matthew's blog at matthewcork.org.
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Dr. Thomas (tom) crawfordExecutive directorThomas is the Executive Director of Evangelical Friends Church – Eastern Region and serves as the lead pastor of Morningside Church in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. Tom received a Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity from Liberty Theological Seminary. He has served as the lead pastor at Orange Friends Church, associate pastor at Finley Methodist Church, and a youth pastor and specialized music at Lockwood United Methodist Church. Tom aims to lead and see others come to Christ, to see others use their gifts in ministry, and to watch people become worshipers of God through their personal worship times and through lifestyles of worship. Tom and his wife, Pat have 2 children and 8 grandchildren. He enjoys spending time with family, water skiing, boating, basketball, golf, and travel. He also plays piano, organ, and other instruments.
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EQupping workshops
Small Churches May be the Next Big Thing
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Presented by Dan Cale, lead pastor of
Hughesville Friends Church The majority of EFC-ER churches (2/3) have less than 75 people. But hear this! The future of Christianity in America is in the hands of churches just like yours; small churches making a big impact. Join us as we focus the spotlight on how small churches may just be the next big thing! |
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Evangelical Friends: Relevance and Significance for Today
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Presented by Randy Heckert, EFC-ER Leadership Development Director; Dr. Greg Miller, Malone University Provost; and Dr. Jacalynn Stuckey, Chair of the Department of History, Philosophy, and Social Sciences and Professor of History at Malone University
A conversation between Randy Heckert, Dr. Greg Miller, and Dr. Jacalynn Stuckey that will focus on the historic contributions and potential impact of the Evangelical Friends movement on today’s American culture. |
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Together to the Ends of the Earth
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Presented by Dan Cammack, Executive Director of Evangelical Friends Mission
This workshop will take a brief look at how missionary sending began among Evangelical Friends, what the need for the gospel is today, and what we sense the Lord is leading us to do during the next five years (and how you can be involved!). |
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Desarollando Nuevas Lideres en tu Iglesia
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Presented by Felix Muniz, Directora Ejecutivo, Centro Galileo de Estudios Teologicos para Hispano-Americanos
Este taller explorará formas de reclutar, desarrollar y capacitar a nuevos líderes en congregaciones hispano-latinas. |
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Grants, Gifts, and Gems Galore
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Presented by Ed Walsh, EFC-ER Church Health and Finance & Administration Director
Through EFC-ER’s partnerships with NAE, Everence, and other partners, pastors and churches are eligible for financial grants, gifts, and other treasures. NAE’s Bless Your Pastor is a national initiative that promotes church and clergy financial health. Join Ed Walsh as he unearths the plethora of resources and training curricula available to pastors and boards! Click HERE to download the hand-out. |
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Gaining Momentum
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Presented by Matthew Cork, Superintendent of Friends Southwest and lead pastor of Friends
Church in Yorba Linda, CA Join our keynote speaker, Matthew Cork, Superintendent of Friends Southwest (EFC-SW), as he provides additional insights on A Spirit-Led Movement to Change Lives. Through his three plenary sessions and this workshop, Matthew will address the essentials of the Holy Spirit, Christian community, outreach, and ultimately, Jesus to change the world for His glory! |
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Spiritual Gaming: Taking the Gospel to the Uttermost Parts of the (Virtual) World
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Presented by Mark Reich, lead pastor of Beloit Friends Church; Kolbi Shartzer, lead pastor of Portsmouth First Friends Church; Kenny Hagin, lead pastor of Deerfield Friends Church; Steve Rhodes, lead pastor of Bethel Friends Church; and Tanner Perkins, Assistant Technical Director at Damascus Friends Church
An online presence has become necessary now more than ever because of the times in which we live. Join us in a discussion of the challenges and rewards of embarking on taking the gospel to the uttermost parts of the (virtual) world. |
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Videos
Worship Prelude
HV1
Introduction by Tom Crawford
Oversight Board Report
Julie Jenkins Recognition
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Session 1 with Matthew Cork
Guided Prayer
HV3
Malone University Board Report
HV4
HV5
Leadership Development Team Report
Finance & Administration Team Report
Church Health Team Report
HV6
Session 2 with Matthew Cork
HV7
HV8
Session 3 with Matthew Cork
Worship with Philadelphia Hispanic
Multiplication Team Report
Vote to Approve Action Items
Wrap-Up with Tom Crawford
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