FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT Dear Faithful Servants of Christ, STEPHEN R. TOURVILLE PennDel District Superintendent I would like to invite you to be a part of this year s District Council/MinistrieSummit being held at Glad Tidings Assembly of God, Reading PA. Pastor Bryan Koch and I are looking forward to a great time of fellowship, refreshment, and encouragement as we come together as the people of God. Our theme, Generations will emphasize our challenge to fulfill God s instruction that One generation will commend your works to another, they will tell of your mighty acts. (Psalm 145:4) It has been said, The church is only one generation away from extinction. That highlights the importance of passing on to the next generation the truths and experience that has changed our lives and is transforming the world. We are not in ministry alone. Neither should we feel the way Elijah did when he said to God, I am the only one left. At Elijah s deepest place of discouragement, God pointed him toward the next generation of leaders. This reminds us of the importance of viewing our role in the context of God s plan of salvation in history. We are called to build on the foundation of previous generations, to be faithful in our generation, and to pass God s torch on to the next generation. May we, like David who served God s purpose in his own generation (Acts 13:36), be found faithful. Looking forward to seeing you at Glad Tidings, Stephen R. Tourville, D Min.
GUEST SPEAKERS JOEL HUNTER CHURCH PLANTING NIGHT TUESDAY, MAY 3 Is a graduate of Central Bible College. At the age of 24, Joel planted Northwood Church in north Houston with six adults. Having a desire to plant more churches, Northwood established a Spanish campus in March of 2008. In January of 2009, Northwood reproduced its DNA and planted Northwood New Orleans. In addition to serving as the Senior Pastor of Northwood Church, Joel accepted a position with the Assemblies of God Church Multiplication Network (CMN) in January 2009 as the National Director of Discovery and Development. As a Director for CMN, he has had the opportunity to recruit church planters and personally guide numerous pastors through the church planting process. Joel and his wife, Stacy, have three children. JAMES BRADFORD ORDINATION CELEBRATION WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 As general secretary, Jim Bradford is a member of the Executive Leadership Team and the Executive Presbytery. Prior to his election as general secretary, Bradford served as senior pastor of Central Assembly in Springfield, Mo. Bradford holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Minnesota. As a student he led a small Chi Alpha campus Bible study that eventually grew into a university church. He has also pastored Newport-Mesa Christian Center, Broadway Church in Vancouver, B.C., and Central Assembly in Springfield, MO. Jim Bradford and his wife, Sandi, have two daughters. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS TUESDAY, MAY 3 8:30AM Registration in Worship Center Atrium 9:30AM Sacred Assembly Prayer & Communion Service with Paul Grabill 11:45AM Seniors Luncheon in NEXTGEN Center 1:45PM Business Session 7:00PM Church Planting Night with Joel Hunter WEDNESDAY, MAY 4 9:30AM Memorial Service and Superintendent s Message with Stephen R. Tourville 11:45AM Ladies Luncheon in NEXTGEN Center 1:45PM Breakout Session I 3:00PM Breakout Session II 7:00PM Ordination Celebration with James Bradford LUNCHEONS SENIORS LUNCHEON TUESDAY, 11:45AM FREE TO SENIORS REGISTER BY APRIL 15, SPACE IS LIMITED CALL MARJORIE TO REGISTER 717-795-5921 X 24 LADIES LUNCHEON WEDNESDAY, 11:45AM $10.00 PER PERSON REGISTER BY APRIL 15, SPACE IS LIMITED Make checks payable to: PennDel District (Payment required for reservation) Send payment to: Marjorie Tourville 4651 Westport Drive Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
WEDNESDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1:45PM DISCIPLE MAKING... ROOM 200 Creating a Culture of Discipleship Daniel McNaughton, Spring Valley Community Church & Bryan Koch, Glad Tidings, Reading CHURCHES UNDER 200... ROOM 201 Small Church, BIG VISION: A Missional Discussion Jason Tourville, Cornerstone Christian Fellowship, Abington SERVICE PLANNING... ROOM 202 Developing a Culture of Creativity Deb Bube, Glad Tidings, Reading LEGAL ISSUES... ROOM 205 Incorporation, Bylaws and Issues Related to Ministry David York, Esq. East End Assembly of God, Pittsburgh YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY... ROOM 207 Young Adult Ministry without a Budget Brandon Lemois, Glad Tidings, Reading FINANCES... ROOM 208 Structuring Ministerial Compensation Randy Rhoads, Cerran Enterprises, Mechanicsburg COACHING... ROOM 209 Why Do I Need a Coach Bill Ellis, Riverside Community Church, Oakmont & Rich Earl Mountianside AG, Coal Township WORSHIP... WORSHIP CENTER Developing a Church Worship Team Mark Evers & Eran Holt, Glad Tidings, Reading CHILDREN S MINISTRY... CROSSROADS SUITE Reaching Your Community with VBS Todd Bube, Glad Tidings, Reading 3:00PM WOMEN S MINISTRY... ROOM 200 Ministering to All Generations of Women Ruth Puleo, PennDel Women of Purpose SMALL GROUPS... ROOM 201 Strengthening Group Life with Church-wide Campaigns Scott Kramer, Glad Tidings, Reading YOUTH... ROOM 202 Mentoring Students in Your Ministry Courtney Good & Eric Goldsborough, Glad Tidings, Reading CHAPLAINCY... ROOM 205 Pain is Relevant; Bar, Police, EMS, Community, & Daycare Chaplains Chuck Kish, Bethel Assembly of God, Carlisle CONFLICT RESOLUTION... ROOM 207 When Leaders Fight Tim Halbfoerster, River of God, Enola CHURCH PLANTING... ROOM 208 Assessing the Next Steps after you have Launched Jeff Leake, Allison Park Church LEADERSHIP... ROOM 209 Equipping Servant Leaders David Kennard, Riverside Community Church, Oakmont FAMILY MINISTRY... CROSSROADS SUITE Strategic Community Outreach: Think Family! Christine Kreisher & Karen Troutman, Glad Tidings, Reading
HOST CHURCH 1ST LEVEL NURSERY NEXTGEN CHILDREN WORSHIP CENTER EXHIBITS ATRIUM MAIN ENTRANCE 2ND LEVEL 209 208 207 205 200 201 202 CROSSROADS SUITE GLAD TIDINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD 1110 Snyder Road Reading, PA 19609 www.gtaog.org 610-678-0266 BRYAN KOCH LEAD PASTOR CAFE
HOTELS NEAR READING, PA Crowne Plaza - Wyomissing, PA 610-376-3811 Indoor Pool, Hi-Speed Internet Rte. 422 W & Paper Mill Road Exit Cost: $89.00 Rate Code: PennDel District Council Holiday Inn Express Continental Breakfast, WIFI 2389 Bernville Road, Reading, PA 610-372-0700 Cost: $99.00 Rate Code: PA-DE District Council Country Inn & Suites 610-373-4444 Continental Breakfast, Indoor Pool, WIFI Cost: $99.00 405 N. Park Road, Wyomissing, PA Rate Code: PennDel or PA-DE District Courtyard by Marriott WIFI 150 North Park Road, Reading, PA 610-378-1137 Cost: 114.00 Rate Code: PA-DE District Council Inn at Reading Breakfast Buffet, WIFI 1040 N. Park Road, Reading, PA 610-372-7811 Cost: $82.00 Rate Code: PA-DE District Council Homewood Suites 610-736-3100 Continental Breakfast, WIFI Cost: $139.00 2801 Papermill Road, Wyomissing, PA Rate Code: PennDel Assembly of God REGISTRATION All General Sessions are free. Registration for the Business Session for senior retired ministers is $5.00; active ministers and church delegates is $10.00. Each credential holder will receive a name tag, District Council pen, and an annual report. CHILD CARE Child care will be available Tuesday for the Sacred Assembly Prayer & Communion Service and the Church Planting Night. On Wednesday, child care is available for the Memorial Service & Superintendent s Message, Ladies Luncheon and Ordination Celebration. All child care will be for nursery through age five only. Children should be fed prior to arrival. Please pre-register for child care by contacting Lisa Graeff at lisagraeff@gtaog.org or 610-678-0266 ext.223. CONTACT INFORMATION For more information, please contact the PennDel Ministry Center at 717-795-5921 ext.13 or penny@penndel.org.