We praise God for a great Mission ConneXion 2019! Hopefully, you found the event 100% Worth It! We realize that with so many great presenters and limited seating, you probably didn’t get to hear every session that you wanted to. To continue equipping you and mobilizing you for the Kingdom, we have provided some of those recordings here below.
In order to protect sensitive ministries, some workshops were not recorded.
This outstanding event would not be possible without the help of many volunteers and the donations of supporters and we are excited to provide, now, these recordings to deepen your connection to God’s mission. Please consider making a donationwhich will help us defray the recording costs and continue this impactful ministry. Thank you!
You can also watch the main session videos on our YouTube page.
Luis Palau MCNW 2019
Heather Mercer MCNW 2019
Nik Ripken MCNW 2019
York Moore MCNW 2019
2019 Workshops
WORKSHOP TRACK NAME
FRIDAY 5:30PM-6:30PM
SATURDAY 11:00AM-12:00PM
SATURDAY 1:30PM-2:30PM
SATURDAY 5:30PM-6:30PM
Apologetics
(Brick Room, 126)
(Capacity: 125)
Finding God in Pain & Loss
Dr. Brent Strawsburg
The journey of pain and loss is difficult and unique to everyone. This workshop will provide practical tips on how to survive tough times while staying close to God.
Answering 4 Common Objections to Our Faith
Dr. Brent Strawsburg
Our skeptical friends often use powerful talking points in an attempt to refute our faith. This workshop will provide practical answers to four common objections.
Does God Exist?
Dr. Brent Strawsburg
Many of our unchurched friends either doubt God’s existence or question whether He is relevant to their lives. This workshop will provide seven compelling reasons for why we believe that God exists.
How to Disarm Doubt
Dr. Brent Strawsburg
Everyone struggles with doubt. Discover six practical steps to disarm the doubts in your life or someone close to you.
Apologetics for Kids
(220)
(Capacity: 70)
Equipping Our Children with Lasting Faith
Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Research shows the majority of our kids abandon their faith. Come explore how we can use God-given tools to equip our children with confident, enduring, biblical faith.
Grounding Our Children in Truth
Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Come explore the concept of worldview and learn how we can use worldview training to help our children understand truth. This session is for both adults and kids!
Training Our Children to Recognize Counterfeit Worldviews
Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Culture bombards our kids with false truth-claims. Come investigate how we can prepare them to evaluate every message they encounter.
Preparing Our Children for Missional Encounters
Elizabeth Urbanowicz
How can we prepare our children to reach out to the lost in both truth and love? This session will investigate answers to this question and is for adults and kids alike!
Business As Mission (Gathering Center)
(Capacity: 70)
Sharing your God-Given Skills with Unreached Peoples
Larry Sharp
This workshop will share lessons learned throughout ten years of helping business people share their expertise with kingdom businesses being developed in the world’s most impoverished and unreached areas. These businesses create jobs and make disciples of Jesus.
Building Sustainable Mission Through Business
Patrice Tsague
Depending on foreign donations is not the best way to support missions. Helping national entrepreneurs build God-honoring businesses that are committed to local mission is. Here’s how it’s being done.
Perspectives on Business as Mission
John Warton
Best practices and new developments in BAM will be shared by several active BAMers who will also serve as a resource panel for those with questions on developing their BAM mission overseas.
Case Studies from North Africa, the Middle East, & SE Asia
Devin Dickel
An up close look at various Business for Transformation case studies will provide insights into challenges and victories faced by front line workers and some key lessons for churches to effectively engage in B4T.
Cross-Cultural Adaptation
(102)
(Capacity: 40)
Adapting Your Expectations in Shame/Honor Cultures
Jim Stevens
Those of us in the west are often confused by the “logic” of our friends from other cultures. Especially eastern cultures. Here’s why.
Cross-Cultural Communication – I Didn’t Really Say What You Heard
Ray Williams
Even without a language barrier, cultural hurdles mean the things we say often don’t translate directly. How do we learn to communicate so that the true message is understood?
Cross-Cultural Ministry with Kids
Lauren Wells
Empowering families with culture-learning skills helps them adapt and thrive overseas. Come explore some of those skills and how to apply them with kids of all ages.
Becoming a Good Neighbor to People of Other Cultures
Natalie Kim
This is for overseas workers, welcoming people from other cultures, working within a multicultural team, and those who want to be good neighbors to people of different cultures.
Current Issues in Mission
(221)
(Capacity: 50)
Being Single in the Mission Field: A Greater Call
Daisy Delmore
This workshop will focus on the importance of singles identifying their call to global missions and discovering its personal and global benefits.
Purity In Missions
Don Johnson
Missionaries on the field may find it harder to maintain moral purity than those who stay at home. Why is that, and what can we do in our churches and agencies to help them?
Mission Structures: Adapting to an Ever Changing World
Ray Williams
The world is ever changing. The modern missionary movement that began over 200 years ago needs to adapt to it. How can we keep up with the world we live in and still effectively communicate the Gospel?
Standing Up for Life
Robert Seemuth
In our world today, we need to discover fresh, practical, proven ways to be engaged in pro-life issues and learn how to equip your church to advocate for the unborn.
Effective Evangelism
(104)
(Capacity: 50)
Affinity Group Evangelism
Wendy Palau
Hear how gathering small groups to hear the Good News can be effective as you share the love of Jesus through events for women, community leaders, prison and other outreaches.
Mobilizing Millennials for Gospel Expansion
R. York Moore
Learn how InterVarsity USA is experiencing unprecedented growth, reaching more students for Christ than at any other time, largely due to over 1,000 Millennial employees.
How to Use Mission Teams for Evangelism
Alan & Vicki Greene
Mission teams are a great opportunity to reach people and they should be strategic about incorporating evangelism. Hear how you can bring the Gospel into your mission.
How to Do an Evangelistic Event in Your Neighborhood
Jose Zayas, Alpha Hayward, Gary Dozier
Hear from three leaders committed to evangelism in their community. From weekly summer gatherings, to a day of fun for families & large stadium events, they have done it all.
Emotional Crisis Care
(Back Room, 125)
(Capacity: 175)
How to Have a Crisis Conversation
Rob Lloyd
Do you know how to talk to someone who has just watched their child die, their city be destroyed, their neighbors be exploited? We want to provide some tools to help.
Understanding Children’s Response to Trauma & How to Help
Rob Lloyd
Children do not process or express grief like adults and due to developmental stages, have different needs after devastating events. We want to give you some tools to help.
Responding Strategically to Crisis
Rob Lloyd
There are many steps in assisting those who have experienced a critical incident. Let us help you figure out a good working order when helping others.
How to Deliver Bad News Well & Why it Matters
Rob Lloyd
All will receive bad news in their lives, but the way it’s delivered & by whom it’s delivered will never be forgotten. Knowing what to do provides a real ministry opportunity.
Freedom & Justice
(205)
(Capacity: 40)
Develop Freedom & Justice Views
Tracy Daugherty
This workshop will look through the lens of Scripture at oppression and exploitation of women. Come expand your world view of social justice to align with Biblical Justice.
Prevent Human Trafficking
Dr. Christina Crenshaw
Schools have a major role to play in combating human trafficking, let’s teach youth about modern day slavery and encourage the Church to take an active role in this fight.
Rescue the Right Way
Lynn Burgard
Come discuss the importance of redefining rescue philosophy, from quick fix mentalities to holistic methods. Comprehensive rescue leads to healing, development and empowerment.
Restoration is Possible
Chelsea Van Essen
This workshop explores the process of healing and restoration from trauma and the unique role creation facilitates this transformation.
Fundraising for Mission
(120)
(Capacity: 32)
Raising Personal Support for a Local Ministry
Fred Douglas
The who, what, when, where and how. The Art of building a support base, letter writing and making sure you reach your goals in raising dollars needed to support your ministry.
A Fundraiser’s View of Biblical Generosity
John Ogle
We will help those seeking funds as well as those whose primary role is investing in missions. Dig into Biblical principles that undergird the work of funding Kingdom work.
Long Term Success in Fundraising
John Ogle
Success in development is achieved over time; there are several elements that win yearly donors. This session applies to both individuals and organizations.
Launch Your Missions Career – In Donor Development
Greg Moon
Could raising funds for missions be your God given ministry? Come and explore how raising funds for missions can be an incredible opportunity and a life-long ministry.
Global Fair
(Community Life Center)
The Children’s Global Fair is an interactive environment designed to challenge children in their missions education through the use of games, art, and learning activities. Created for elementary-age students, the Global Fair is a fun place where children can be introduced to missions concepts in thought-provoking ways. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Open Sat., 11am-2:30pm & 4:30-6:30pm
Gospel vs. Social Justice
(216)
(Capacity: 40)
Gospel or Social Justice
Dr. Michael Badriaki
Do you wrestle with the tension between personal evangelism and social justice? This workshop is for you. Come to this gathering and bring a friend!
Essentials Millennials Cannot do Without
Dr. Michael Badriaki
Millennials are passionate about justice, come learn about cross-cultural challenges related to justice and how to approach them in a Biblical and relational way.
What God Says About Justice
Dr. Michael Badriaki
Come learn what the Bible says about justice, our part in it and how to approach it from a Biblical world view.
Gospel or Social Justice
Dr. Michael Badriaki
Do you wrestle with the tension between personal evangelism and social justice? This workshop is for you. Come to this gathering and bring a friend!
Hinduism
(121)
(Capacity: 32)
Holy Cow? Hinduism & the Open Doors it Presents for Sharing Christ
Brad Butcher
Why are cows considered holy while certain people are considered worthless? Explore Hinduism and how understanding it can reveal the best way to communicate Christ with them.
Ten Tips for Sharing Christ With Your Hindu Friend: Part 1
Richard Lewis
Helping Christ-followers avoid the 5 major pitfalls when witnessing to Hindus.
Ten Tips for Sharing Christ With Your Hindu Friend: Part 2
Richard Lewis
Guiding believers in the 5 major principles for effectively gospeling Hindus.
MARG -Making Authentic Relationships Grow Among Hindus in the US
Brad Butcher
Making Authentic Relationships Grow (MARG) is a proven way to relate the way of Jesus with Hindus, over time, using concepts from their religious heritage.
International Students
(213)
(Capacity: 40)
Reach the Hearts of Students who Live in Spiritual Fear
Carmen Bryant
Int’l students often fear spirits, ghosts, jinn, and “fate.” We will discuss how to identify and help students who need to break free from bondage and gain freedom in Christ.
Preparing Returnees for Hostility & Persecution
Kerry Sinclair
Most international students come from countries hostile to Jesus. We will examine ways to prepare returnees to remain faithful in spite of suffering and even death.
Reach the Students from Honor/Shame Cultures
Lindy Ko
Most internationals studying in N. America view the world from an honor/shame perspective. This workshop will explore ways to effectively share the gospel to these students.
Reach Students from a “Clean/Unclean” Worldview
Carmen Bryant
Islam is an honor/shame society but is also bound by religious codes that can ostracize its followers from God and society. Learn how to address becoming pure in God’s eyes.
Missionary Care
(203)
(Capacity: 40)
Walking With Your Missionary When God Seems Absent
Doug Hazen
Nothing neutralizes the gospel more than doubt arising from ministry and personal attacks; especially when God is silent. Come learn how to encourage your missionary’s faith.
Caring for Your Career Missionary: How & Why it’s Worth It!
Mark & Helen Downing
Cross-cultural life is hard. God uses difficulties for His good purposes. How to provide missionary care to increase effectiveness and reduce attrition will be addressed.
Mental Health Cost of Missions
Lynn Paulsen
There are many potential risks missionaries face in serving abroad. We’ll look specifically at the risks to one’s emotional/mental health, especially from exposure to trauma.
Forgiveness: The Key to Healing
Calvin & Julie Tadema
The only solution to things gone wrong is forgiveness. The only way to release a wrong done to you is to forgive. True freedom is possible by the generous use of forgiveness.
Muslim Ministry
(201)
(Capacity: 110)
Reach the Marginalized with Education & Development
Carla Davis
Christians in Muslim society are marginalized and persecuted. Discover how education, Community Health Evangelism (CHE), and Disciple Making Ministry can change the outcome.
Meeting & Ministering to Muslims
Barry Tabor
This workshop is designed to empower believers to befriend and share your faith in Jesus with a Muslim neighbor, co-worker, or even total stranger.
Hospitality in Muslim Ministry
Lily Rhys
Join us as we look at the Biblical foundation for hospitality, and share practical tips about hosting and guesting well.
Now What? Establish an ESOL Program in Your Church
Denny Willwert
This workshop will be a practical guide to establishing ESOL as an outreach program in a local church. It will offer a checklist of some things that should be considered.
Next Generation
(215)
(Capacity: 40)
Understanding Today’s Global Youth Culture: Values and Worldviews
Dr. Jolene Erlacher
This session presents an overview of the cultural and technological shifts occurring in society and how they are influencing the worldviews and values of young people globally.
Keys to Intergenerational Mission Teams and Leadership
Dr. Jolene Erlacher
This session will present generational differences, key strategies for engaging young people on mission teams, and best practices for intergenerational leadership.
Challenges and Opportunities for Millennials and Gen Z in Mission
Dr. Jolene Erlacher
As Biblical illiteracy grows, technology expands, and cultural values shift, Millennials and Gen Z face unique challenges and God-given opportunities as they engage in mission.
Next Gen Leaders in Mission: A New Season
Dr. Jolene Erlacher
The world has changed. A new season requires fresh leadership strategies. God is calling the next generation of Godly leaders to a task for the faithful and courageous!
Persecuted Church
(103)
(Capacity: 100)
A New Wave of Evangelism Developing in Persecuted Asia
Michael Maksimowicz
Have you heard what God is doing in the persecuted, 10-40 window of Asia? A great outpouring of His Spirit is being poured out. Find out how you can serve in the harvest.
Standing with Those Who Are Persecuted
Carla Davis
We face persecution and pray effectively for the persecuted by understanding the Biblical perspective on persecution. Field stories will encourage us to think differently.
Christian Persecution & Martyrdom in the 21st Century
Matthew Tallman
This workshop takes a brief look at the entire history of Christian martyrdom and persecution and takes a close look at how we can respond appropriately in the 21st century.
God’s Mighty Work Among Iranians
Christina Voskian
Elam has had the privilege to be working in the Iran region since 2003. Since that time, we have published more then 1.9M New Testaments. God is writing a remarkable story for the people and nation of Iran.
Plenary Speakers
(Courtyard Room)
(Capacity: 100)
Q & A with The Palau Team
The Palau Team
Join a discussion with the Palau team to learn from years of experience on the mission field.
Q & A with Heather Mercer
Heather Mercer
Heather Mercer shares more about life in Iraq, and how you can live vibrantly for the Kingdom here, and abroad.
Q & A with York Moore
York Moore
Learn more about evangelism in this Q and A session with York Moore.
Q & A with Nik Ripken
Nik Ripkin
Come understand more about modern day persecution and the role of the Church through Nik Ripken.
Prayer and Spiritual Warfare
(207)
(Capacity: 50)
Missional Prayer
Christopher Coffman
Jesus showed us how people whose prayers begin with personal communion and interceding for others, can go on to become mission partners with God Almighty.
How Shall We Pray for the Nations?
Rob Wiggins
God has called us for to pray fervently for His work in the nations of the world. We will consider theological convictions and practical patterns how to live this out.
What if I Run Into a Demon?
Gerry Breshears
We will explore Biblical and theological foundations of spiritual warfare and develop practical methodologies to help people find freedom from spiritual bondage.
Intercession Is Secondary
Doug Hazen
You will change your prayer life as you discover the priority and practice of worship as a perfect preparation and context for intercession.
Preparing to Serve in Mission
(128)
(Capacity: 32)
Two Major Concerns in Considering Missions Service
Don Parrott
In a recent survey the two greatest concerns for those considering missions: support raising and language learning. We’ll present practical resources and helpful ideas.
Dealing With Family Issues
Ele Parrott
Counsel regarding aging parents, children, grandchildren, family objections, education, cross-cultural adaptation, language learning, and developing a healthy family ethos.
Equipping for Spiritual Warfare in Missions Prep
Ele Parrott
As we step into mission we become a target of the enemy. Knowing how to protect ourselves is fundamental. This workshop will share effective ways to stand firm.
How to Maximize Your Missions Involvement after MC
Don Parrott
This workshop will clarify how you can be involved in a missions-related role now. We examine various roles such as Mobilizer, Learner, Welcomer, Sender, Pray-er, Goer.
Short-Term Mission (STM)
(204)
(Capacity: 25)
Making Mission Trips Better: Go From Good to Great
Brian Heerwagen
STM organizers, team leaders or church staff will discover insights to take your STM from good to great. We’ll unpack what makes the 7 Standards of Excellence so revolutional!
How To Prepare For a Short-Term Mission Trip
Tory Ruark
What do you need to know or do before your next mission trip? This seminar will look at all facets of preparation so whether you’re leading or going you’re ready for the trip!
Mission Trips Can Support Orphans Better
Elli Oswald
Many Christians visit or volunteer in orphanages. Yet, increasing awareness of the risks compels us to rethink how mission trips can better support vulnerable children.
Debriefing—Get the Most Out of Your STM Investment
Don Johnson
How can we capture and retain growth in short-term missionaries and channel that into ongoing ministry? We’ll look at how debriefing and follow-through answer that question.
Storying the Bible
(119)
(Capacity: 32)
The Woman at the Well
Jerry Wiles
Come learn how to share a Biblical story in a variety of cross-cultural contexts. This is an intro into oral disciple making.
Jesus Calms the Storm
Jerry Wiles
Come learn how to share a Biblical story in a variety of cross-cultural contexts. This is an intro into oral disciple making.
Demon Possessed Gerasene
Jerry Wiles
Come learn how to share a Biblical story in a variety of cross-cultural contexts. This is an intro into oral disciple making.
The Story of Nicodemus
Jerry Wiles
Come learn how to share a Biblical story in a variety of cross-cultural contexts. This is an intro into oral disciple making.
Teaching English in Missions
(130)
(Capacity: 25)
Teaching English as Ministry, Locally and Globally
Michael Bess
TESOL gives you access to people and places that are otherwise “closed” to missionaries. Explore training options, plus opportunities for service here and around the globe.
TESOL: Sharing the Good News Innovatively & Creatively
James Taylor
This interactive workshop will explore various ways of sharing the power and beauty of Jesus, such as storytelling, discussing current issues, and giving personal testimonies.
TESOL & Mission: Opportunity & Caution
Kristyn Kidney
Teaching English can be a pathway to build relationships, meet needs, and serve people. Explore both the great opportunities and cautions in combining TESOL with mission.
“Teacher! Teacher!” Getting Off the Hot Seat Gracefully
Michael Bess
What you should do, and why it matters, when your ESL students ask questions you can’t answer. How your perceived ability as a teacher and credibility as a witness are linked.
Women in Mission (Women Only)
(202)
(Capacity: 40)
Facing Fears: When Following Jesus Takes us Outside our Comfort Zone
Amy Jacobsen
Women, have you ever felt God nudging you to do something, but just felt too shy, reluctant or unqualified to obey? Our first and greatest battle takes place in our own minds.
Mom as Missionary – The Art of Balancing it All
Valerie Williams
Serving as a mom has its own unique challenges and struggles. This workshop will outline some of those challenges and offer practical ways to encourage and support moms.
What makes HER a HERO?: Biblical Identity and Cultural Context
Marti Wiliiams
What does it mean to be a Godly woman in my culture, and/or a godless culture? What is God’s missional plan for women in this broken world for His Kingdom Purposes?
Managing Marriage & Ministry Mayhem (For Men & Women)
Marti & Ray Williams
How do we manage ministry, marriage, family life and making disciples in our own context, not to mention in a culture that has its own ideas about how things work?
World Religions
(131)
(Capacity: 25)
Hinduism In Your Neighborhood
Terry Steele
Examine the distinctives of Hinduism and how to share the Gospel with Hindu friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers.
Islam in Your Neighborhood
Terry Steele/Lauren Wells
This workshop will cover the distinctives of Islam and how to build relationships and share the Gospel with friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers who adhere to Islam.
Buddhism In Your Neighborhood
Terry Steele
Explore distinctives of Buddhism and how to share the Gospel with Buddhist friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers.
Folk Religion In Your Neighborhood
Lauren Wells
Identify and understand distinctives of Folk Religion within major world religions in order to build more effective relationships while sharing Jesus Christ.