You Lead Women's Event

Breakout Sessions

• Heather Johnson - Understanding the Power of Transformational Leadership (General/Ministry Leadership)

  Transformational leaders unselfishly inspire others and grow alongside those they serve. A survey of the Book of Hebrews will show how Christ modeled transformational leadership by valuing others and earning the trust of those that followed him. Learn the characteristics of transformational leaders and discover how to lead groups that exceed goals and expectations.

• Heather Johnson - Develop the Discipline of Bible Study (Personal Equipping)

  In this session we will do a quick overview of spiritual disciplines and focus on the discipline of the study of the Bible. We will look at translations, Bible types, and tools to help you as you study. You will leave with tools to create a 30-day plan to study God’s Word.

• Heather Johnson - Let’s Read Old Testament Narratives! (Biblical Literacy)

  We will examine characteristics of the narrative genre in the Old Testament. We will also look at how major, minor, and “other” biblical figures work together in important biblical texts. We will discuss the benefits of activating our senses when reading Scripture and apply what we are learning with quick dives into Scripture.

• Casey Merrifield - Becoming a DOXA Leader (General/Ministry Leadership)

  Leadership is influence, nothing more and nothing less. This practical workshop will give you simple tools to equip you to become a leader that reflects God's glory in every circle of influence. It will help you know if you're creating a culture of empowerment and opportunity for those you lead. Learn with clarity what it means to grow into the the image of God as a leader.

• Casey Merrifield - Conflict God's Way (Biblical Literacy)

  Not every conflict is sin, but all sin leads to conflict. It's easy to avoid conflict or model poor behaviors that have been modeled to us. Come discover God's way of thinking about conflict and the biblical principles that allow you to navigate it in a way that honors Him and builds up the body of Christ.

• Casey Merrifield - Discover Your Leadership Voice (Personal Equipping)

  God has gifted you to lead others that are unique to your personality and your personal life story. That often means you connect really well with some and may have difficulty connecting or leading others. Come discover your God-given leadership voice and how to lead in ministry or the marketplace with confidence while valuing everyone you lead.

• Alicia Wong - Ministry to Women Essentials (General/Ministry Leadership)

  Have you been called to lead women in your local church? Whether you are starting from scratch or in the process of rebuilding, this session will guide you through some basics in assessing your situation and moving forward. Learn principles from the book of Nehemiah and see how the why of ministering to women hasn't changed – the methods have.

• Delaney Degelow - Overwhelmed and Over it: Leading Yourself and the Next Generation Out of Stress (Personal Equipping)

  Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life's pressures? You're not alone. Each of us faces daily challenges, striving for peace amid the chaos. Join us as we explore three key areas of stress in our lives, gain practical tools for dealing with stress, and discuss how to lead the next generation toward the peace God desires.

• Delaney Degelow - Practical Ways to Minister to the Next Generation (General/Ministry Leadership)

  Who poured into you when you were younger? Who do you wish you had? The reality is you have everything you need to reach the next generation, yet it can feel overwhelming when you have so much else on your to-do lists. Let’s stop over complicating what discipleship is and get practical on what it can look like to make disciples of the next generation!