Targeting Hope September 21 and 22, 2007 Philippi, West Virginia

World Vision Appalachia P.O. Box 162 Philippi, West Virginia 26416 NONPROFIT ORG. US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO.54 PHILIPPI WV Targeting Hope September 21 and 22, 2007 Philippi, West Virginia Multi-Cultural Church Relations

CONFERENCE OVERVIEW Philippi, West Virginia will be the site for Targeting Hope, the fifth Christian Community Development Conference in West Virginia. The event, which focuses on community development in rural areas and small cities, will begin September 21 and 22, 2007. Anyone involved or interested in community development efforts in these environments will benefit from the wealth of information to be provided during the conference. Sponsors of the conference include World Vision, Appalachian Community CARE and Youth Works. The Christian Community Development Association based in Chicago, Illinois and Multi- Cultural Church Relations of the Willow Creek Association in Barrington, Illinois are both instrumental in ensuring the success of Targeting Hope. The mission of the conference is to provide a learning event for churches, organizations and individuals involved with or interested in Christian community development; to examine the role of the church and personal faith in the community development process; to celebrate successes and share best practices of Christian community development; and to benefit from discussions with civic leaders, foundations, and government leaders. This year, the conference will focus on non-profit leadership and youth empowerment for both youth workers and students. This conference is an ideal place to come if you work for or volunteer with a non-profit organization and are attempting to meet the needs of people by empowering them and their communities to greater levels of success. This conference will also benefit pastors, community and church leaders and youth leaders who are seeking ideas and tools that can help locate resources and maximize the opportunities of the people being served. In addition, the conference will connect people and programs that are changing the root causes of problems that continue to keep people and communities from reaching their highest potential. In announcing this event, conference chair, Ruston Seaman, World Vision Appalachia executive director stated, Once again, we will gather as community developers to learn better ways to support leaders in rural communities and small cities as they attempt to make a long-term positive difference. This conference will include workshops by some of our nation s most committed leaders, each of whom has been laboring to promote community development, in both the secular and faith-based arenas. We are excited to bring an event of such value to our area. This is a great opportunity to join with leaders locally and nationally to plan and pray together, sharing the stories and best practices learned from working in under-resourced communities. Dr. John Perkins will be with us again this year, presenting his daily Bible study and sharing decades of Christian community development wisdom.

Conference Schedule Friday, September 21, 2007 Saturday, September 22, 2007 7:45 to 8:45 a.m. -- Bible Study with Dr. Perkins 8:00 9:30 a.m. Registration 9:00 a.m. 8 Principles of Christian Community Development - Dr. John Perkins 10:00 a.m. Break 10:30 a.m. -- Concurrent Workshops 11:45 a.m. Roundtable Lunch at Philippi Baptist Church 1:00 p.m. -- Concurrent Workshops 2:30 p.m. Break 2:45 p.m. -- Concurrent Workshops 4:15 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Jerry Newman, Shadow Mountain Church 6:00 p.m. -- BBQ Rib Cookout and Community Celebration at the Storehouse of WV-Appalachia 7:45 to 8:45 a.m. -- Bible Study with Dr. Perkins 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. --Registration 9:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker: Rev. Matthew Watts, HOPE Development Corp. 10:00 a.m. Break 10:30 a.m.-- Concurrent Workshops 11:45 a.m. -- Lunch 1:00 p.m. -- Concurrent Workshops 2:30 p.m. Break 2:45 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Dr. John Perkins 7:00 p.m. -- Evening Program - Dr. Dolphus Weary Executive Director, Mission Mississippi 9:00 p.m. Coffee House and Concert, Living Waters Church, Alderson Broaddus College Friday, September 21, 2007, 10:30 a.m. Network Weaving June Holley, Smart Networks Smart Networks are made with people that encourage innovation, collaboration and learning. Smart Networks are created by network weavers who facilitate new connections and increase the quality of those connections. 101 Creating a 501 3 Dr. Roger Lohmann, The NOVA Institute, West Virginia University So your program is ready to become a 501 3 organization? Examine the steps and challenges of starting a nonprofit. Dr. Lohmann will also discuss the challenges of sustainability. 104 Jesus the Troublemaker Todd Bratulich, Youth Works! Examine the message that Christ brought radical change and a new vision for communities. We will be taking a fresh look at how the Gospel challenges the status quo. 102 (Youth Worker Track) Youth Empowerment 301 Matthew Belgie, World Vision Appalachia Join with other youth leaders in looking at youth ministry to form strategies that will lead to youth as agents of change within their community and world. A fresh look at going deeper with youth ministry outreach. 105 (Youth Worker Track) Your Leadership Style, Part 1 Carole Dawn Brinkley, Leading The Future This workshop explores the leadership values as introduced by Decker, Covey and Blanchard. Participants will work on personal mission, value and visions, will discuss what it means to lead at a higher level and how to use their personal leadership styles to further the mission of their faith-based and community-based organizations. (This is a two-part workshop) 103 The Power of Reconciliation Dr. Dolphus Weary The world is in desperate need of reconciliation at every level. Enter a dialogue with Rev. Weary as he shares the principles and power of personal, racial, congregational and community reconciliation the heart of the Gospel in the real world. 106

Friday, September 21, 2007, 1:00 p.m. The How To s of Foundational, Corporate and other Fundraising - Anne Derby, Executive Director for Corporate and Foundational Development, World Vision US Meet with a seasoned veteran who will give an overview of the tools you need to master the world of foundation and corporate fundraising including proposal creation, evaluation, strategic planning and relationship building. 106 Financial Literacy Deb Fowler, Financial Peace University Learn ways that you, your church or organization may achieve financial independence. Deb Fowler will discuss the role of the church as it relates to community members financial freedom and responsibility. 109 Your Leadership Style, Part 2 Carole Dawn Brinkley, Leading The Future This workshop explores the leadership values as introduced by Decker, Covey and Blanchard. Participants will work on personal mission, value and visions, will discuss what it means to lead at a higher level and how to use their personal leadership styles to further the mission of their faith-based and community-based organizations. (This is part two of a twopart workshop) 107 Leading Them to Change Eric Iverson, Youth Works! Examine the unique role that Youth leaders have in helping to disciple their students to become agents of change in their own communities. Take a look at strategies to empower youth to serve instead of being served. We will be exploring development assets to encourage youth to strive for change. 110 (Youth Leader Track) Economic and Community Development Getting Started and Knowing How- Speaker TBD, West Virginia Economic Development Office, Charleston, WV So you want to incorporate economic development into your community planning but aren t sure where to start. This workshop will identify the necessary steps and available resources to get you started. 108 Me On Capital Hill Matthew Watts, HOPE Community Development Corp. Examine ways that youth can become an active voice for change in their own communities working with local and state government officials and community organizations. Students will understand the why and how to s of speaking up and being heard. 111 (Youth Track) Friday, September 21, 2007, 2:45 p.m. The Power of the Church for Community Change Rev. Jerry Newman, Shadow Mountain Church, Satellite site Ministry Director Rediscover God s Intent for the body of Christ to bring about human and community transformation. Discussion will seek to reignite the fires of renewal in the heart of pastors and Christian leaders top increasingly look to the church to be the primary leader in spreading good news and hope to communities all around the world. 112 Teaching a Biblical World View Todd Bautilich, Youth Works! Join a discussion around the values and perspectives that shape youth culture and the worldview from which youth are making choices in their church and community. We will examine the role of the youth leader in these decisions. Discuss ways to broaden their perspectives concerning the deep needs and issues they are facing in the 21 st Century. 115 (Youth Leader Track) Inviting, Educating and Encouraging Volunteers- Marilyn Mulvihill, Area Director for Advancement, World Vision US This workshop will help you to find those people who will catch your vision and work along side you to bring it to reality. You will also learn how to give them the tools they need to make your organization successful and to bless them as they do so. Gift inventories and personality surveys will be included to help you manage your team like a pro. 113 Don t Wait for Change Eric Iverson, Director of Multicultural Integrity, YouthWorks! Workshop will help students look at most current issues confronting youth and popular culture and examine ways to become a catalyst for changing their world in a proactive way. The Essence of this workshop will look at proactive ways to bring transformation to their community rather than reacting to situations. 116 (Youth Track) Micro-enterprise Development Rachel Hess, Mennonite Economic Development Associates Learn how MEDA integrates business principles with life values in order to help those who live in underresourced communities to increase personal dignity and self-sufficiency. 114 Structuring your ministry organization for the future: Making sure your structure fits your current objectives and direction. - Tom Jones Every local ministry competes for funds, volunteers, visibility and support among a growing number of competing interests, both faith-based and secular. Tom will discuss alternative approaches for structuring your ministry to maximize your assets, capacities, support base and importantly your competitiveness in attracting resources. 117

Saturday, September 22, 2007, 10:30 a.m. Foundation, Corporate and other Fundraising How To s- Anne Derby, Executive Director for Corporate and Foundational Development, World Vision US Anne will give an overview of the tools you need to master the world of foundation and corporate fundraising including proposal creation and relationship building. 118 A 21 st Century Strategy for Evangelizing rural, urban and suburban America Rev. Matthew Watts, HOPE Community Development Corp. 121 "I Ain't Comin' Back - Dr. Dolphus Weary, Mission Mississippi A story of one man's journey out of Mississippi's racially turbulent past and how the discovery of God's love and mercy leads him back to Mississippi and towards a more enlightened path. 119 (Youth and Youth Leader Tracks) Inviting, Educating and Encouraging Volunteers- Marilyn Mulvihill This workshop will help you to find those people who will catch your vision and work along side you to bring it to reality. You will also learn how to give them the tools they need to make your organization successful and to bless them as they do so. Gift inventories and personality surveys will be included to help you manage your team like a pro. 122 Eight Principles of Christian Community Development Ruston Seaman, Executive Director, World Vision Appalachia In 1989, Dr. Perkins called a group of committed Christians together for the purpose of showing the love of Christ in some of our country s underresourced neighborhoods. Join Ruston as he explores the eight principles of Christian Community Development and discusses how these principles may be applied to your community. 120 Family Foundations for Church and Community Development - Marilyn Shearer, Family Initiative Program Manager, World Vision Appalachia Join Marilyn as she discusses the role of the family in church and community development. Learn ways that you may encourage healthy family participation as a means for positive change. 123 Saturday, September 22, 2007, 1:00 p.m. Principles of Transformational Development- Dr. Tommy Goode, Coordinator, World Vision Gulf Coast Recovery Project Transformational development is community-based, sustainable and focused on the wellbeing of children. Join Dr. Goode as he discusses the principles and practices of TD and how they may be applied in the development of your community. Examine methods to move beyond service delivery and activity based programming to ministry that is mutually transformative to the individual and the community. 124 How to Incorporate a Small Group Ministry- David Blackstone, Lake of the Woods Church Small Groups can bring spiritual growth for members and numerical growth for churches. [But how do we start?] What strategy and factors will increase the chances for success? This workshop will discuss key elements for a new Small Group ministry or one that is struggling: vision, ownership, resources, phases, training and sustaining success. 125 Community Time Banking Chris Mullett, Neighbor to Neighbor Exchange and Tom Jones Examine this innovative approach to helping people use their personal assets and the time they have to serve in their community. Time Banking is a concept used to rebuild local economies and community trust, by developing, testing, and assisting with a new medium of exchange called Time Dollars. Learn how your community can use time dollars for mobilization, restoration and outreach. 126 Change in the Hood Eric Iverson, Youth Works! The Good News is good news when it brings change to the community that youth find themselves living. Look at way to assess community strengths and needs and discover innovative ways to bring about change. 127 (Youth Track) Planning for Empowerment- YouthWorks! Examine methods of youth ministry that move students well beyond traditional program activities to methods of engaging and empowering students for leadership and change in the 21 st century. 128 (youth Leader Track) Understanding Thinking Styles in An Organizational Context Melanie Jones, West Virginia Prevention Resource Network Join Dr. Jones as she explores the different ways that organizations may help or hinder their employees success through verbal and nonverbal communication. 129

2007 The World Change Summit is the Youth-oriented arm of the 2007 Targeting Hope Development Conference September 21-22, 2007 Youth Worker and Volunteer Sessions to Include: Empowering Youth Leading Them To Change Teaching a Biblical World View Small Church Ministry Planning for Empowerment Student Leader Sessions to Include: Jesus the Troublemaker Me on Capital Hill? Don t Wait for Change Ain t Coming Back Home Change in your Hood

To Register 1. Please fax the enclosed registration form to 304-457-3096 or mail it along with payment for the conference to P.O. 162, Philippi, WV 26416. Make checks payable to World Vision Appalachia marked Targeting Hope. 2. Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation, and pertinent details via e-mail or mail. 3. You may make your lodging arrangements directly with Philippi Lodging 304-457-5888; or Hampton Inn Buckhannon, WV - 304-473-0900. Be sure to tell them you are coming for the Targeting Hope Conference. Other Lodging options are below. Directions to the Targeting Hope Conference: If traveling from Pittsburgh or other points North: Childcare will be Take I-79 South to exit 115 - Stonewood and Nutter Fort. available during the See remainder of directions below. conference. If traveling from Columbus, OH and other points West: Travel I-70 East to I-77 South. At Parkersburg, get on Rt. 50 East. At Clarksburg, get on I-79 South. The second exit is number 115 Stonewood and Nutter Fort. See remainder of directions below. If traveling from Washington, D.C. or other points East: Travel I-70 West to I-68 West to I-79 South. Continue to exit 115 Stonewood and Nutter Fort. See remainder of directions below. From I-79 -- Exit 115 to Philippi, West Virginia (Philippi Baptist Church) At bottom of the ramp at Exit 115, turn south (left if traveling from the north, right if from the south) at the bottom of the ramp onto Route 20. In four miles (approx.), you will come to a fork in the road. Bear left onto Rt. 57 toward Philippi. Travel about 12 miles to the end of Rt. 57. Turn left onto Rt. 119 and travel about three miles north to Philippi. Cross the covered bridge and get in left hand lane. Look for World Vision Signs and Philippi Baptist Church on the left hand side of road. Other Lodging: Philippi Inn Rates: $52.99/nightly Please call Melody at 304-457-5270 for a reserved room. Microtel Inn $74.00/nightly 201 Conference Center Way, Bridgeport, WV 26330. Call for reservations and directions: 304-808-2000 Faith Lodge Bed and Breakfast 304-472-3984

Roundtable Luncheon Friday, September 21 "Let's give 'em something to talk about! That phrase which comes from words to a classic popular song is what this luncheon is all about...talking, sharing, networking, learning and interacting. We want to give YOU something to talk about. Below you will find 10 topics that have been suggested as roundtable discussion topics. Choose three topics OR interest group tables. If your first selection is full, you may move to your second or third choice. There must be a minimum of four people registered for a topic to remain active. To help us plan, please FAX a copy of this completed form to: Attn: Shelby Dettinger at (304) 457-3096. You may also include it with your completed conference registration materials. Yes! I am interested in participating in the roundtable luncheon. My top three topics of interest are: (Mark only three please) Name: Asset Based Community Development Time Banking Principles of Transformational Development Youth Empowerment Grant Opportunities Lunch with Dr. John Perkins Starting and Sustaining a Prayer Network Volunteerism Ministry for long-term development Reconciliation

Walk-ins on days of conference will be accepted as space allows. It ll drive us nuts but we really want YOU to be there!!! Registration Form Targeting Hope Conference Registration Deadline September 12, 2007 Name: Title: Name for Name Tag: Organization: Address: City State Zip Code E-Mail Address: Home Phone: ( ) Work Phone: ( ) Fax Number:( ) I am planning to attend: Fees: Both days (Fri., Sat.) Both days $50 Friday (morning sessions, lunch, afternoon sessions, Friday Only $25 dinner, evening program) Saturday (morning sessions, lunch, afternoon sessions) Saturday Only $25 Please find a total payment of $ enclosed, which includes conference fees only. Make checks payable to World Vision Appalachia, note Targeting Hope on the check * If attending both days, the conference price includes Annual Membership in CCDA. * Youth Leaders: Bring three students and your registration is free!! (All Students are free) Child Care Available for children two and older I am bringing children. Their ages are: For information or questions concerning registration, lodging, or the conference, please call Shelby Dettinger at 304-457-5270, ext.49 or E-mail at sdetting@worldvision.org. FAX this form to 304-457-3096 or email it to pmayle@worldvision.org or mail to World Vision Appalachia Attn: Targeting Hope Registrar P.O Box 162, Philippi, WV 26416