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SPIRITUAL

                                            weekend




                          August 12–18, 2011
Sevierville Events Center • 202 Gists Creek Road • Sevierville, TN 37862
SPIRITUAL


                         weekend
    Friday–Sunday, August 12–14, 2011
    Great Smoky Mountains • Sevierville, Tennessee • Events Center
    $125 per person (children/teens free when attending with parents)

    Popular Features                     Diverse Speakers of One Gospel
    • Beautiful singing, meaningful       Dr. Jason McKeown,        David Henry
      worship                             MD Anesthesiologist       Jamaican Songleader
    • Ten class choices each hour         Michael Houts             Roy Williams
                                          Former Atheist/MIT Grad   High School Coach
      –tracks for preachers, elders,
                                          Alan Highers              Joe Wells
      deacons, youth workers, mem-        Federal Judge/Editor      Youth Speaker, Kaio Editor
      bers, families, teens, children,    Michael Shepherd          Marlene Howell
      and two tracks for women            The Walking Bible         Registered Nurse
    • Bible teachers workshop/Make        Burt Jones                Janie Craun
      and Takes                           Islam Scholar             Editor, Christian Woman
    • “Tentmakers”–sessions for bivo-     Loy Mitchell              And Many More!
                                          Missionary
      cational preachers
                                          Matt Vega
    • Evangelism Panel/Tips               Law Professor
    • Hot Button Issues
    • Hispanic classes (in Spanish)
    • Homeschool classes/resources
    • Public school classes
    • Free marriage/family
      counseling
    • Teen classes, devotionals, and
      social activities
    • Children’s VBS-style classes
    • Children meet Digger Doug!
    • Childcare available
    • Extensive bookstore/exhibits
    • Discounted lodging (as low as
      $30/night)




2         See www.PolishingThePulpit.com to register
From The Directors
PTP is for EVERY member of the Lord’s church.
We have done all within our power to assemble a life-changing event to refresh the
spirits of those who are laboring in the Lord’s vineyard. Practical topics. Outstanding
speakers. Convenient lodging. Beautiful locale. Extracurricular bonuses. Great sing-
ing. Multiple class choices each hour. Wide-ranging themes. Ministry Resources.
Discounted hotel and free fellowship meals.
Do you need a spiritual boost? Spend a week or weekend with us recharging in the
Great Smoky Mountains!




    THE POWER OF AN IDEA
    Polishing the Pulpit began with three friends getting together to brainstorm
    sermon ideas. We soon invited a few other friends and someone said, “This
    is great! We should tell others.”
    We did and invited a speaker to discuss sermon preparation and give
    sample sermons. Interest increased; more speakers were invited. We moved
    to a hotel conference area. We dreamed big. “Let’s invite the best speakers
    in the brotherhood and see who we can get.” They came. Wives wanted in,
    so we added women’s classes. While these great speakers were assembled
    in one place, we decided to offer classes for elders. They loved it. People
    began coming from all over the country.
    Youth workers and deacons became interested. We added tracks for them.
    PTP moved to a large event center in the Smoky Mountains. Attendance ap-
    proached 1000. Christians from other nations began coming.
    “Why don’t you have classes for regular members?” we were asked. So we
    added a Spiritual Renewal Weekend, as well as tracks for members, teens,
    and children. Attendance surpassed 2000.
    That brings us to 2011. The largest PTP ever is in the works—122 speakers,
    10 concurrent sessions each hour, 426 separate classes spread over seven
    days. Our attendance goal is 2500.
    What does God have in store for PTP now? Come and see!




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2 Events
    ________
      in 1!
             Gain:                  Table of Contents

    Spiritual Renewal Weekend       8 • A few highlights
      + Polishing the Pulpit        10 • Features and attractions
      __________________
                                    12 • A greater value than ever
      = Recharged Christian
                                    13 • Bring a group to PTP

             Cost:                  14 • Tracts
                                    18 • Classes for children and teens
              SRW $125
                                    22 • Event Center map
            + PTP $200
          ____________              24 • Schedule
           = Both: $200             50 • Horario e Información del Taller
                                         Hispano

             What?                  51 • Workshop information
                                    52 • Can’t afford to come?
 Yes, you can come for
                                    54 • Ten creative ways to cut costs
both events for one price!
                                    56 • Host church information

    Register online ahead of time   57 • Lodging
        to get the best deal:       58 • FAQs

     www.polishingthepulpit.com     60 • PTP purpose statement
                                    61 • Regsitration form (now you can
                                         register and pay online!)
                                    63 • Speakers


                                            check
                                         PolishingThePulpit.com
                                                    for schedule updates
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RECHARGE
                            Your Batteries!
                           • 122 speakers from 13 states
                           • 10 class choices each hour
                           • 476 class topics
                           • 7 days/ 66 hours of instruction

                           Something for everyone!




Renew
  Your Mind!
  • Practical lessons
  • Outstanding speakers
  • Sound doctrine
  • Enjoyable fellowship



                           refresh
                                                 Your Spirit!
                           • Emphasis on personal spiritual growth

                           • Beautiful singing, invigorating worship

                           • Practical lessons and free resources

                           • Come alone or bring your family (childcare,
                             children’s classes, and youth activities available)

                           • Enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains, outlet
                             shopping, great restaurants, golf, and
                             recreational choices


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What People Are Saying
    Your cup will be filled; bring extras!        The greatest lectureship/preacher semi-
    — Robert Guinn, Collinsville, IL              nar in the brotherhood today.
                                                  — David McCain, Mt. Pleasant, TX
    You get a true sense that there is hope
    for the future.— Steve Simmons, Cape          Produced the encouragement I need
    Girardeau, MO                                 working in the North where the church
                                                  is more sparse that in the South.
    The most profitable place on the face of       . . . I have no intention of ever missing
    this globe that I could have spent a week     one again.
    of my life.                                   — Gary Bennett, Grand Island, NE
    — Ken Upchurch, Hattisburg, MS
                                                  The singing brought tears nearly every
    Helped me see that the church is alive and    service.
    well in America!                              — Debbie Bumbalough, Nashville, TN
    — Phil Rembleski, elder, Rescue, CA
                                                  Without doubt, the most encouraging
    The women’s sessions are extremely            event I attend . . . extremely practical and
    valuable. Every year I think it cannot be     relevant. — Chuck Webster, Hoover, AL
    improved upon, but you do it. — Sandy
    Vanhorn, Waldorf, MD                          A once-in-a-lifetime experience we get
                                                  to enjoy once a year.
    Superbly organized with exceptional           — Bob Prichard, Oxford, AL
    speakers addressing real-to-life, real-to-
    ministry topics. This was my first year       My kids have already discussed things
    and I look forward to next year with          they’re willing to give up so we can
    great anticipation.                           come every year!
    — David Sproole, West Palm Beach, FL          — Sandi Smith, Ft. Worth, TX

    Reaffirmed my faith and made me want          While it takes money to attend, the truth
    to do more for Christ.                        is, you can’t afford not to go.
    — Gwyne McIntyrwe, Memphis, TN                — Roger Scully, High Point, NC

    PTP benefits my work greater than any         Never underestimate the power of one
    other thing I do—from sermon aids,            thing you take home from PTP. As a
    marriage enrichment, to being spiritually     result of the suggestion to use Searching
    uplifting! — Gary Williams, Tupelo, MS        for the Truth, there are 17 precious souls
                                                  in our home congregation today that
    The greatest uplifting, faith-building        were not there last year. To God be the
    experience this side of eternity.             glory! — David Olive, Rogersville, AL
    — Kim Melott, New Martin, WV
                                                  Helped the church to become “small-
    The statement “renew, refresh, recharge”      er,” more intimate for me. — Rick
    . . . is true. — Ricky Phillips, Martin, TN   Brumback, Austin, TX
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I enjoy much and learned much and                 One of the finest programs among us . . .
meet sound preachers.                             the lessons are always biblical, relevant,
— Bonthra Esudas, India                           and very helpful.
                                                  — Wendell Winkler (1931 – 2005)
My wife and I make it our vacation each
year now that our children are all grown.         Polishing the Pulpit provides an opportu-
— Fred Nowell, York, PA                           nity for workers for the Lord to get their
                                                  spiritual “batteries” recharged. The en-
One of the most encouraging moments               couragement, enthusiasm generated by
of my life.                                       PTP carry over to a congregation from the
— Johnny Ramsey (1930 – 2006)                     renewal preachers, elders, and their wives,
                                                  and other church workers experience.
I have spoken on a lot of lectureships,           — Tom Holland, Columbia, TN
but I can honestly say I have never en-
joyed one more than this one.                     After each session, I say just give us ten
— George Bailey, Dallas, TX                       more minutes, and after each PTP clo-
                                                  sure, I say just give us one more day . . .
There is nothing else like it. . . . If I could   — Stacy Rogers, Pontotoc, MS
go to only two ‘brotherhood’ events
per year, I would attend the Freed-               Having come from Australia where the
Hardeman Lectureship in February and              church is small and limited in resources,
Polishing the Pulpit in August. . . . No          PTP broadened my outlook of the
matter how many other programs you                church and rekindled my desire to reach
attend, do not miss this one. — Alan              out to people . . . It has been a life-
Highers, Spiritual Sword, Editor                  changing experience.
                                                  — Chantelle Swayne, Australia
Fantastic opportunity . . . speakers are
sound; the material is rich.
— Wayne Jackson, Christian Courier

Wonderfully organized. Great lessons.
Solid, sound, heaven-saved, down-to-
earth preachers . . . by offering
a teens’ tract, classes for our young
children, homeschooling lectures, great
accommodations, getting to
be in the mountains, PTP simply offers
more. — Eric Lyons, Montgomery, AL

Most influential event we attend.
— Glenn/Cindy Colley, Putting the
Music Back in Marriage Seminars

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A FEW HIGHLIGHTS

                                                           View from the Events Center




    59 New Speakers – PTP stays fresh by        The Professor – Luke Griffin’s training
    rotating presenters each year. Of this      is as a research librarian, and for several
    year’s 122 speakers, half didn’t speak at   years he worked as both a professor
    PTP last year.                              and government documents expert.
                                                His series includes, “A Librarian Looks at
    The Doctor – Dr. Jason McKeown is a
                                                Numerology in the Bible,” and, “Before
    faithful Christian and an anesthesiolo-
                                                You Go To College: The Comparative
    gist at UAB, the prestigious Birmingham
                                                Religion Class.”
    research hospital. His popular lecture
    series on medical issues and diseases       The (Former) Atheist – Michael Houts
    in the Bible is both informative and        gave up atheism for Christianity at
    faith-building.                             MIT. His new series includes “A NASA
                                                Scientist Looks at the Age of the Earth,”
    The Lawyer – Matt Vega is a law
                                                “A NASA Scientist Looks at the Stars,”
    professor at Jones School of Law and a
                                                “God’s Fingerprints Are Everywhere,”
    graduate of Yale Law School. No strang-
                                                and “The Cosmological Argument for
    er to PTP, Matt has a new series on the
                                                the Existence of God.”
    Credibility, Admissibility, and Relevence
    of the Gospel narratives.




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Bounce Class – Youth workers have a
chance to “bounce” ideas off of David
Shannon and share with each other
what is working for them.
By the Numbers – Outside-the-box
thinking is one thing that sets PTP apart.
This year we expand the ever popular 7
Minutes of Wisdom (including a ladies’
version); add in 15 minutes of vision
and a 2-for-1 teen class; and start 40/40
classes (40 seats/40 minutes).
From Spiritual Disciplines to Sex
Issues to Addiction Recovery –
Cliff Goodwin challenges us to renew
our passion for God in the privacy of
closets. Joe Wells shows how culture
is challenging the church. Not for
younger ears, but handled with discre-
tion, this year we will tackle “Sex Issues:
The Tough Stuff” for those who need
more information that can be covered
in Sunday school. The Mt. Juliet (TN)         Shadowland
church has developed an astonishing           Burt Jones lectures across the country
Addiction Recovery program. Join Jaime        on Islam. At PTP, he will cover such
Harper for the series called, “Restoring      topics as:
Sanity: Overcoming Real Life Struggles
                                              What is Jihad?
Through Godly Solutions.”
                                              The origin of Islam
Honor to Whom Honor – Robert R.
Taylor, Jr., has long been recognized         The status of women in Islam
as a brotherhood gentleman scholar,
                                              Is their god our God?
preacher, writer, and defender of the
faith. We are pleased to present him this     What is the Qu’ran?
year’s Lifetime Service Award.
                                              Who was Mohammad?
Greybeard’s Forum – Always memo-
                                              What is Shar’ia?
rable, this popular last-day event has
become a “must see” for PTP regulars.




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FEATURES AND ATTRACTIONS
 Sevierville is the gateway into                Entertainment
 the Great Smoky Mountains.                     Entertainment in the area includes
 The Great Smoky Mountains Park is the          Blackbear Jamboree, Nascar Speedpark,
 most-visited National Park in the United       Dixie Stampede, Dollywood, Smoky
 States, and it is within a day’s drive of      Mountain Car Museum, REEL Theatres
 two-thirds of the nation’s population.         Movies, Great China Circus, the Smoky
 The park has over 4,000 species of             Mountain Palace Theater, and much
 plants and animals, some of which live         more. There is an 18-hole resort golf
 only here. A walk from mountain base           course adjacent the Sevierville Events
 to peak compares with traveling 1,250          Center. At Dollywood, there will be a
 miles north. It has a rich cultural history.   Barbeque and Bluegrass festival from
 From the Cherokee Indians to the Scots-        August 19 – September 5 that includes
 Irish settlers, this land was home to a        Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder,
 variety of cultures. Located just off I-40     Riders in the Sky, Rhonda Vincent and
 Exit 407, with great outlet shopping, fun-     The Rage, and The Grascals. There will
 filled attractions, and amazing shows,         also be celebrity concerts in Pigeon
 the newest lodging (and lowest lodging         Forge that include Lee Greenwood
 tax), Sevierville makes a great place to       at the Smith Family Dinner Theater
 have PTP and Spiritual Renewal Weekend.        (September 3 – 4), and Don Williams at
 The Events Center is seven miles south of      the Tonite Theatre (August 19).
 I-40 on TN State Route 66. Turn at traffic
 signal number 17.4 (Gists Creek Road at
 “Smoky Mountain Parkway”).




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Food                                        Shopping
Sevierville has over 100 restaurants,       With specialty stores and boutiques, flea
many within two miles of the Events         markets, antique stores, art galleries, and
Center. Toward Sevierville: Buddy’s         two enormous outlet centers featuring
Bar-B-Que, Cracker Barrel, Zaxby’s, Ruby    200+ outlet stores, Sevierville fulfills
Tuesday, Starbucks, El Paso, The Diner      shopping wish lists daily. New stores
(50s style), Smoky Mtn. Pizza, Chinese      are always opening, including the new
Buffet, Pizza Hut, Golden Corral, Subway,   shopping complex at Bridgemont Event
Fuddruckers, Chop House, Outback,           & Entertainment Destination. Popular
Texas Roadhouse, Mr. Gatti’s, Applebee’s,   shopping destinations include Bass Pro
Conner’s, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, and    Shops, Orvis Company Store, Tanger Five
a full selection of fast food establish-    Oaks Outlet Mall, Governor’s Crossing
ments. Toward the Interstate: Taco Bell     Outlet Mall, Belk Department Store, and
and New Orleans Seafood on the River.       Super Walmart.
Just down the road, Pigeon Forge and
Gatlinburg offer just about any restau-
rant imaginable. Nearby, Kroger has a
full deli and groceries if one wishes to
“stock up” in his room.




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A GREATER VALUE THAN EVER
            Most speakers/sessions ever – This year’s expanded
            program has 122 speakers in 476 sessions.
            Expanded weekend program – Pre-event classes
            (Friday afternoon) for teens and Bible teachers. Saturday
            afternoon sessions for bivocational preachers, job seek-
            ers, and homeschool moms.
            New tracks of classes – Evangelism/Missions; Marriage/
            Family; Small Church/Big Plans; Evidences; Technology;
            Widows
            Songleading School – Join Burt Jones Saturday after-
            noon to learn how to sing/how to lead.
            Future Preachers’ Training Class – Kirk Brothers has
            been training future preachers for twenty years and re-
            cently joined the faculty at Freed-Hardeman. Now boys
            10–14 will learn hands on how to prepare lessons at PTP.
            Singing. Beautiful singing. More singing!
            Including an outdoor singing with the beautiful Smoky
            Mountains as a backdrop.
            Sandwich Sessions – Eat a quick bite and get in an
            extra session before the others get back.
            Take home handouts – Most sessions will have a hand-
            out. Collect a notebook full for future use.
            Free parking at the Events Center – Save $30 from
            previous years.
            Free marriage/family counseling – Schedule an confi-
            dential counseling with a faithful Christian couple.
            Expedited registration (barcode) – Shorter lines. Less
            hassle.
            Meet and Greet – Looking for a preaching job? Looking
            for a preacher? Meet in the Food Court Monday at
            3:30 p.m. Looking for a job in the securlar world? Randy
            Duke’s Saturday seminar will help with resume prepara-
            tion, interviewing, and other human resource skills.




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BRING A GROUP TO PTP
Church Trip! Bring the church                 What are you doing about
van. Carpool. Meet up at PTP!                 future leaders?
A growing practice is for churches to         One reason many congregations do not
load up the church van and bring a            have qualified elders and deacons is that
group to PTP. In some cases, members          they have not been proactive in training
pay their own fees; in others, elders         men to grow in leadership abilities. PTP
pay the registration and members pay          provides an atmosphere for men and
lodging and food; some churches pay           their wives to learn the Bible, an op-
registration and expenses (especially         portunity to learn about leadership from
for preachers, elders, and deacons and        capable speakers, and a forum to gain
families). Sending several members does       practical experience in problem-solving.
incur some expense in registration fees       This exposure helps them prepare to
and lodging, but it is an investment in       lead in the future. Why not pick three or
the future of the church. PTP provides        four men who have potential to serve as
education, training, motivation, and          future deacons, preachers, or elders and
resources to help local congregations be      pay their way to come to PTP? Proactive
more effective in building up the church      leadership helps ensure that the next
and reaching out with the gospel. It pro-     generation of the church will prosper.
vides an opportunity to learn what other
sound congregations are doing and ways
                                              What about sending your
to adapt those ideas in local situations.
                                              preacher and youth minister?
It helps preachers, elders, deacons, and
                                              Professionals in medicine, education, and
members grow closer together as friends
                                              other fields are required to take additional
and co-workers. It is a wise investment for
                                              training each year to stay abreast in their
a church to make in its future.
                                              field and to improve their effectiveness.
                                              The Lord’s work is the most important
                                              on earth, and we should be even more
                                              diligent in training our workers. Most
                                              preachers and youth leaders know they
                                              need to improve in some aspect of their
                                              church work—pulpit presentations,
                                              visiting, work ethic, personal skills, or evan-
                                              gelism. They need a broader base of Bible
                                              knowledge or association with others with
                                              whom they can share ideas. Are there
                                              promising young men who could become
                                              excellent preachers? Elders, invest in their
                                              continuing education by sending them to
                                              PTP! PTP exists for improving the brother-
                                              hood through encouraging preachers,
                                              youth leaders, and church leaders.

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TRACKS
 What about other church                        Sunday. We schedule the equivalent of
 members?                                       two gospel meetings in one weekend.
 An elder attending PTP for the first           For those who are retired or are able to
 time said, “This is the best thing I’ve        take vacation days, classes continue for
 ever been to. I can’t believe I’ve missed      church members daily, Monday through
 it all these years.” He continued, “I’m        Thursday. Some of the finest speakers
 going home to tell the church about            from across the brotherhood present
 this. Every Christian needs to be a part       timely lessons on a variety of topics.
 of PTP. It would help our congregation         Invest in your faith. Invest in the future
 tremendously.” That prompted us to             of your congregation. Let’s leave the
 add a track for “regular” church mem-          church strong for the next generation.
 bers. Every congregation is composed
 of Christians who—though not cur-
 rently serving as preachers, elders, or        Preachers
 deacons—are heavily involved in various        PTP began as a preachers’ retreat and
 parts of the work. Most have never had         has never lost sight of its core group.
 any formal religious training. They ben-       PTP is ”by preachers for preachers,”
 efit tremendously from PTP’s in-depth,         meaning each PTP director is a full-time
 practical sessions.                            preacher and understands the work
                                                from the inside looking out. Those in
 PTP begins with a “Spiritual Renewal           the trenches of local church work may
 Weekend” designed to benefit all Christians.   better understand preachers than those
 Some are unable to take off a full week,       in the ivory towers of academia.
 so they come Friday night through
                                                There are more classes for preachers
                                                this year than any in PTP’s eighteen year
                                                history. There are 63 sessions on preach-
                                                ing and ministry this year (an average
                                                of 9 hours a day), not counting technol-
                                                ogy classes or missions and evangelism
                                                classes. Topics cover everything from
                                                how to put together a sermon to how to
                                                organize your office; from how to counsel
                                                someone in need to how to preach the
                                                book of 1 Peter; from the preacher’s
                                                personal life to how small churches can




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grow. Bring your thumb-drive and literally     Deacons
fill it with sermons in one session. Trade     Deacons and their wives are essential
sermons, reconnect with old friends, start     to the work of most congregations, and
a new network of associates, rub elbows        they are a vital part of the plan God
with brotherhood “legends” and faithful        gave for the church (1 Timothy 3). But
soldiers of the cross, and just take time to   where can deacons go for training?
“breathe” and enjoy being a Christian again.   There has not been much emphasis
                                               given to their work over the years. PTP
Elders                                         has expanded its slate of classes for
For years, the church has invested much        deacons again this year. In some classes,
in training men to preach and in helping       elders and deacons sit side-by-side and
them to continue to improve their abili-       grow together in faith, motivation, and
ties to do their work (lectures, workshops,    ability. At other times, sessions are split
mission opportunities). At the same time,      so both groups can receive training more
we have done little to train and encour-       specific to their part of Christ’s work.
age elders in their vital tasks. While we
have some of the most capable men in
the brotherhood assembled, we’ve asked
them to address topics relevant to church
leaders. These classes are designed for el-
ders, those serving in business meetings,
and those who hope to one day serve
as church leaders. This year an emphasis
is made on elder-to-elder classes, in the
vein of Ezekiel’s “I sat where you sat”
speaking style.
TRACKS
 Youth Workers                                encouragement, support, and motivation
 The long awaited “Bounce Class” launch       to function in the vital role God has given
 occurs 8.15.11!                              them as church leaders’ wives.
 Bounce ideas, programs, problems off         Ministers’ wives have a wonderful op-
 David Shannon and each other. Get            portunity to make a difference in the
 practical ideas; learn about new resourc-    kingdom of Christ. PTP is the place to find
 es; find out what is working elsewhere       instruction, motivation, resolve, and practi-
 that can be “plugged in” where you are;      cal how-to information to make the most
 go home rejuvenated!                         of your opportunities to serve Christ.
 Sessions on issues specific to youth min-    Classes. Classes! More classes! Whereas
 istry as well as the opportunity to pick     most lecture programs have one or
 and choose topics from the preachers’        two general ladies’ classes per day, PTP
 track, technology, evangelism, and mar-      offers two or three choices per hour—a
 riage and family tracks makes PTP the        total of 79 classes (on average 11 per
 perfect place to customize for the spe-      day). Depending on your age, responsi-
 cific needs of today’s diversified youth/    bilities, and circumstance, you can tailor
 college/family/associate minister.           your class choices to practical issues or
                                              textual studies; marriage enrichment or
                                              widowhood; parenting or empty nest
 Wives                                        emphasis; homeschool or public school;
 Without their wives, no elder or deacon      evangelism or encouragement. There is
 could be qualified to serve. Beyond          something for every minister’s wife at PTP.
 that, these women are usually at the
 very heart of the ongoing work of the        Special interest tracks that are popular
 congregations where their husbands           among preachers’ wives include Bible
 serve. Yet have you ever heard of classes    teacher workshop and “make and takes”
 for elders’ and deacons’ wives? Now you      (12 sessions) and Homeschool (11 sessions).
 have! At PTP they can receive instruction,




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BUILDING FAMILY MEMORIES
                                Take a “Pray”cation
                                You have heard of a vacation, and
                                lately stay-cations have become
                                popular, but PTP gives the unique
                                opportunity for a “pray-cation.”
                                Many families and friends take
                                their annual vacation to attend
                                PTP, which offers an opportunity
                                to combine the beauty and fun
                                of the Smoky Mountains with the
                                spiritual renewal of Bible lessons,
                                worship, singing, and prayer.
                                PTP is the one event that the
                                whole family looks forward to.
                                Children love PTP VBS and PTP
                                Camp. Teens can’t wait to see
                                their friends again, and make new
                                ones. Mom enjoys classes from a
                                woman’s perspective. Dad gets
                                his pick of an array of subjects to
                                challenge, motivate, and encour-
                                age him. Getting to eat out a few
                                times, drive through Cades Cove,
                                play putt-putt, do some outlet
                                shopping, or squeeze in a game
                                of golf are just added benefits.
                                For the same cost, or perhaps
                                a great deal less, a family can
                                return home revived physically,
                                emotionally, and most important,
What is vacation really for?    spiritually!




                  refresh
                               RENEW
                     RECHARGE!
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CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
                                                    Back by Popular Demand . . .
                                                    Children ages 6–9 get to go to VBS
                                                    style classes, watch DVDs of Digger
                                                    Doug, learn Bible geography, sing, or
                                                    enjoy other fun activities. Celine Sparks
                                                    coordinates the morning sessions with
                                                    a host of parents, preachers, and others
                                                    with a love for children to help out with
                                                    these sessions, plus Digger Doug and
                                                    Iguanadon have been known to show
                                                    up once in a while.
                                                    Children ages 10–12 get to go to PTP
                                                    Christian Camp. Brint Rice and Darrell
                                                    Powell are Backwoods Christian Camp
                                                    board members and bring decades of
                                                    experience working with children in a
                                                    camp setting. Children gain valuable
                                                    lessons in a fun atmosphere. In coordi-
                                                    nation with the children’s classes, this
                                                    will allow smaller class size and more
     Children have seen Digger Doug on DVD
     for years. Now they finally get to meet him!   variety for the children.



                                                    New This Year . . .
                                                    Boys ages 10–14 will go to Future
                                                    Preachers’ Camp in the afternoons. Girls
                                                    have “Outreach Awareness Class” with
                                                    Bonnie Rushmore. Children ages 6–9 will
                                                    participate in “Watch Me Teach” sessions
                                                    with Diane Winkler. Bible teachers and
                                                    mothers are invited to observe Diane
                                                    interact with the children and pick
                                                    up both “how to” and “what” to teach
                                                    (1:30 p.m. Monday–Wednesday). Louis
                                                    and Bonnie Rushmore will teach Bible
                                                    Geography and “Buckets of Bible Time”
                                                    each afternoon.
                                                    Children have evenings off.




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TEENS




                            Power Up --- PTP Teen Program

Classes you actually                           It’s all about relationships
want to go to!                                 Teens love the classes, but they are
POWER UP, this year’s theme, revolves          buzzin’ about the fellowship and the in-
around the little prefix “in”—you will be      teraction. It’s all about people—seeing
amazed at what lessons come from such          old friends and meeting new ones. Each
a tiny word. The speakers cover a vast vari-   year friendships are formed that will last
ety of topics from the biblical viewpoint.     long after we return home. Some will
Enjoy rock solid truth presented by great      last a lifetime—even into heaven!
speakers who understand young people.
This year features more girls only/boys        Night owls
only classes, age specific studies (junior     Special “late night activities” in the
high/senior high), as well as a better         Exhibit Hall include games, get-
venue (teen classes are moved from the         acquainted activities, and full court
Exhibit Hall to Deep Creek and Ballroom B).    basketball, plus inspiring singing and
                                               thought-provoking devotionals.
Singing straight from heaven
Adults who overhear the teen sing-
ing periods know just about what the
angels will sound like. Sing old favorites,
learn new favorites, praise God with the
voice He gave you.
WHAT’S NEW FOR TEENS?
 We are adding some exciting                 sets off from downtown Gatlinburg,
 new activities for this year.               and fantastic views of the Great Smoky
 During the afternoon break on Saturday,     Mountains, its easy to see why this is
 interested teens will take a trip to Ober   one of the top ski destinations in the
 Gatlinburg. This is a mountaintop resort    country. (For more info see http://www.
 featuring nine whitewashed trails. The      obergatlinburg.com/). Tickets are usu-
 snowmaking system at the Ski Resort         ally $40, but with our group discount
 produces enough white stuff to please       you can get in for only $27. Parents
 snow bunnies of all abilities. With an      meet group at Ober Gatlingburg skylift
 amusement park, an aerial tram that         in Gatlinburg at 1:00 p.m. No meals
                                             included, so eat enroute.




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Sunday night we rent Sevierville Bowling    Important stuff
Center just for our group. No cost—this     Appropriate dress for sessions is pants/
is included with your (or your parents’ )   shirts. No shorts, short skirts, or low
registration fee.                           necklines anytime while at PTP (includ-
                                            ing social events and after hours). PTP
There’s more!                               T-shirts are highly thought of!
On Wednesday night, teens get to
close out with an extended period           The elders ask that we not use the pool
of fellowship and fun at the Pigeon         areas during PTP (see FAQs).
Forge Community Center. It has a large      PTP T-shirts available at the event.
gymnasium, bowling lanes, racquetball
courts, walking track, fitness cen-         Check PTP Teens out on Facebook, too!
ter, ping-pong, foosball, and even a        All sessions for children and teens are free
PlayStation.                                with parents’ paid fees.




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EVENT CENTER MAP
              Map




                                                                                                                                                                         Deep Creek (HD)
                                                                                               Courtyard (CY)


                                                                                                                                      Elevators

       Restrooms                            Audio Sales                                      Restrooms




                                                                                                                                      Cades Cove (HC)

                                                                                                                                                        Restrooms
                                                                                                Meeting
                                                                                              Room D (M D)
              Ballroom D (B D)




                                                                         Ballroom A (B A)
                                                      Ballroom B (B B)
                                   Ballroom C (B C)




                                                                                                Meeting              Sidewalks
                                                                                              Room C (M C)
                                                                                                Meeting
                                                                                              Room B (M B)




                                                                                                                                                        Gift Shop
                                                                                                Meeting
                                                                                              Room A (M A)                            Restaurant
                                                                                                                     Courtyard


  Childcare
 (Ages 2–5)
                                   (Vendors)                                                                                                                   Hotel
 PTP Camp
   Room                          Exhibit Hall
   (EH C)                                                                                                                             Airway between the Hotel
                                                                                                                                      and the Event Center
                                    Tables                                                  VBS Room                      Event
                                    (EH T)                                                    (VBS)                    Center Lobby
                                                                                                                        (Registra-
                                                                                                                           tion)
                                                                                                         Restrooms




                                                                                                                                                                    Parking Lot




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SCHEDULE KEYS
Room Key                                  Color Key
SEC    Sevierville Events Center                General/Keynote/Church
EH     SEC Exhibit Hall
EH T   SEC Exhibit Hall Tables                  Preachers
EH C   SEC Exhibit Hall Camp room
                                                Elders/Deacons
VBS    SEC Exhibit Hall VBS room
BA     SEC Ballroom A                           Women
BB     SEC Ballroom B                           Teens/Children
BC     SEC Ballroom C
BD     SEC Ballroom D                           Evangelism/Missions
B BC   SEC Ballroom BC (combined)
                                                Marriage/Family
B CD   SEC Ballroom CD (combined)
BABC   SEC Ballroom ABC (combined)              Small Church/Big Plans
BBCD   SEC Ballroom BCD (combined)
                                                Ministry/Technology
MA     SEC Meeting Room A
MB     SEC Meeting Room B                       Evidences
MC     SEC Meeting Room C
MD     SEC Meeting Room D                       Youth Workers
M CD   SEC Meeting Room CD (combined)
FC     SEC Food Court                     CDs are arranged in numerical order
CY     SEC Courtyard                      (alphabetical by speaker) at the CD
                                          sales table. Use the letters and numbers
HC     Hotel Cades Cove Meeting Room      in the CD column on the schedule to
HD     Hotel Deep Creek                   locate the CD you want.
HD 1   Hotel Deep Creek 1
HD 2   Hotel Deep Creek 2                 “M” – Main or Men’s CD table
HRL    Hotel River Lodge Meeting Room     “W” – Women’s CD table
ScC    Sevierville church of Christ       Classes with powerpoints or handouts
GcC    Gatlinburg church of Christ        are designed with these symbols:
SKcC   South Knoxville church of Christ
                                          ¤ – Powerpoint
BCT Bowling Center                        ◊ – Handout
C C Community Center
O GA Ober Gatlinburg
                                                               Schedule




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FRIDAY, AUGUST 12                                                                PTP SCHEDULE

     Time       Presenter                       Topic                      Room CD          Track
 3:30-4:15pm Brad Harrub Teen Early Bird: Intense: The Christian Life      BA     M-073 Teens
                           Beats Any Other Hands Down
 3:30-4:30pm Jeanny Gilpin Teacher Early Bird: Chalking. Come to Exhibit   EH T         Bible Teachers
             Kellee Gilpin Hall after you register and get started
                           making Bible school make and take visuals.
                           Work at your own pace on such topics as the
                           Parables of Jesus, The Creation of the World,
                           the Plagues of Egypt, Paul's journeys, more!
 4:30-5:15pm Shanna        Homeschool Early Bird: How to Start a           HC     W-060 Women
             Anderson      Homeschool Group. Shanna, Tonya, and Amy                     Homeschool
             Amy Judd      are founding members of a very success-
                           ful homeschool group, for members of the
             Tonya Strong church of Christ. Seven years old, the group
                           recently obtained a charter as a fully func-
                           tional, legally recognized, non-profit group.
             Brad Harrub Teen 2 for 1 Session: Before You Go to College,   BA     M-072 Teens
                           Let's Talk about Fraternities or Sororities.
             Eric Owens Teen 2 for 1 Session: God Loves You More           BA     M-138 Teens
                           than You Could Possibly Understand
             Chuck         Preachers’ Eary Bird: Some Features of Logos    BD     M-205 Technology
             Webster       Bible Software
 5:00-8:00pm Celine Sparks PTP Children's VBS                           VBS        Children 6–9
             Brint Rice    PTP Camp                                     EH C       Children 10-12
 5:30-5:50pm Mike Vestal PTP Kick-off: On Holy Ground.◊                 B C M-203 General/
                                                                                   Combined
 6:00-6:45pm Joe Wells    Be Aware – Agendas Facing America. When HC M-210 Youth Workers
                          Israel stood on Jordan’s banks ready to enter
                          Canaan, God said they were to be different
                          from the Canaanites. This lesson addresses
                          the changes our nation has undergone, the
                          agendas pushing for change, and our need
                          to be different.
             Kyle Butt    Invincible: Nothing’s Going to Get Me Down HD M-017 Teens
                          (Philippians 4:13)
             Cindy Colley Joy in the Journey: The Poverty Striken       B A W-022 Women 1
                          Millionaires (Matthew 5:3)
             David Lipe He Took My Burdens All Away                     B BC M-115 Keynote/General
             Steve        Marriage Enrichment: How to Go Home from B D M-079 Marriage/
             Higginbotham This Week with a Better Relationship                     Family
             Michael      A NASA Scientist Looks at the Age of the      M CD M-096 Evidences
             Houts        Earth: You Can Trust Your Bible (1)

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PTP SCHEDULE                                             FRIDAY, AUGUST 12
    Time       Presenter                        Topic                      Room CD         Track
7:00-7:45pm Wesley           A Ready Answer: Do Miracles Occur Today?      HC   M-183 Evangelism/
            Simons           How to answer common arguments made in                   Missions
                             favor of modern day miracles.
              Teah           Beginning Homeschool: Where Do I Start to     HD   W-041 Women
              McWhorter      Get Where I Want to Go ◊                                 Homeschool
              Sheila Butt    Joy in the Journey: Nice Girls Finish First   BA   W-013 Women 1
                             (Matthew 5:5)
              Joe Wells      Incredible (God Is Amazing)                   BB   M-214 Teens
                                                                                      Evidences
              Michael        Is It Nothing to You? Keeping our hearts soft B C M-180 Preachers/
              Shepherd       and our passion for souls strong.                        Members
              B.J. Clarke    Hot Button Issues: The Authority of the Bible B D M-022 Elders/Deacons
              Jeremy Pate    Graduating from Church? An Honest Look at M B M-143 Youth Workers
                             Transitioning High School Grads
            Joe Williams     How to Help People Dealing With Cancer        M CD M-218 Marriage/Family
8:00-8:45pm Jason            A Doctor Looks at Medical Issues in the       HC M-129 Digging Deeper
            McKeown          Bible. Evidences of inspiration from the
                             Bible's contents regarding health and dis-
                             ease. Dr. McKeown is a UAB anesthesiologist
                             and member of the Hoover church of Christ.
              Matt Jones     Youth Late Night Singing                      HD         Teens
              Glenn and      Marriage and Family Counseling (call ahead HRL           Counseling
              Cindy Colley   to schedule an appointment )                             Sessions
              Jane           Joy in the Journey: The Happy Mourners        B A W-058 Women 1
              Washington     (Matthew 5:4)
              Gary           Back in the Closet: Practical Advice for      B B M-061 Spiritual Growth
              Hampton        Improving Personal Prayer
              Alan Highers   The Rise and Fall of Denominationalism (1): B C M-088 Keynote/General
                             The New Testament Church
             Steve           How to Have a Successful Blog                 M B M-078 Technology
             Higginbotham
             Melvin Sapp Success, God's Way: Decide—The Power of a         M CD M-160 Deacons/
                          Winning Attitude                                            Members
9:00-9:30pm               Late Night Singing                               B CD       Keynote/General
             Jerry        Youth Late Night Devo: A Pure Vessel—            EH M-001 Teens
             Anderson     What Do Mustard and a Wedding Dress Have
                          in Common?
9:30-11:00pm Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Get Acquainted/Fun ‘N’ Games     EH          Teens


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SATURDAY, AUGUST 13                                                            PTP SCHEDULE

     Time       Presenter                        Topic                   Room CD            Track
 8:00-10:45am Glenn and       Marriage and Family Counseling (call or     HRL            Counseling
              Cindy Colley    check at registration for appointment)                     Sessions
 8:00-8:45am Cliff            The Spritual Discipline of Solitude             B A M-053 Spiritual
              Goodwin                                                                    Growth
 8:45-11:45am Celine Sparks PTP Children's VBS                                EH VBS Children 6-9
              Brint Rice    PTP Camp                                               EH C Children 10-12
 9:00-9:45am Jason          A Doctor Looks at Medical Issues in the Bible HC M-130 Digging Deeper
              McKeown       (2)
              Johnnie       At the Feet of Gamaliel—Paul in Public            HD M-112 Teens
              LeMaster      School: What We Can Learn for Today (1)
              Janie Craun   A Recipe for Peace (1). Studies in the Book B A W-025 Women 1
                            of Philippians. The need for a spiritual 'cook-
                            book' in dealing with the issues of life.
               Marlene      A Nurse Looks at Chronic Fatigue                  B B W-036 Women Special
               Howell                                                                    Interest
               Kyle         Panel: Here Is What We Do, It Might Work          B C M-246 Members and
               Massengale for You—Bible Study Methods/Ideas/                             Evangelism/
               Loy Mitchell Suggestions                                                  Missions
               Matt
               Richardson
               Melvin Sapp
               David Lipe Hot Button Issues: The History of the               B D M-117 Elders/Deacons
                            Instrument of Music in Churches of Christ
               Sam Dilbeck Using InDesign to Design Church Publications M B M-038 Technology
               Kyle Butt    Does Mark 16:9–20 Belong in the Bible?            M CD M-012 Digging Deeper
 10:00-10:45am Roy Williams My Advice to Parents of Athletes . . . Roy serves HC M-219 Marriage/
                            as a preacher, school assistant principal,                   Family
                            coaches high school sports, and, as a parent,
                            has had daughters on championship teams.
               Mike Vestal Homiletics: From "Thus Saith the Lord"             HD M-201 Preachers’
                            to "Thou Art the Man" (The Necessity of                      Breakout
                            Application in Preaching).◊
               Kathy        In a "If You’ve Got It, Flaunt It" World, Is      B A W-047 Women 1
               Pollard      Modesty a Thing of the Past?                                 Mothers
                                                                                         Teen Girls
               Joe Wells    Men's Issues/The Tough Stuff: Be Alert. Based B B M-215 Youth Workers
                            on Ephesians 6, this lesson looks at Satan’s
                            Arrows. Just how much is the media in our lives?             Fathers/Teen
                            What is coming across as entertainment?                      Boys
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PTP SCHEDULE                                    SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
    Time       Presenter                       Topic                      Room CD         Track
10:00-10:45am Alan Highers The Rise and Fall of Denominationalism (2):    BC   M-089 Preachers/
                           The Great Apostasy                                        Members
              Gary         Elder's Skills: Striking the Balance           BD   M-059 Elders
              Hampton      between Delegation, Accountability, and
                           Micro-management
              Eddie        Deacons That Deliver. Practical suggestions    M B M-139 Deacons
              Parrish      for doing your work diligently, efficiently,
                           and joyfully.
              Luverne      The Importance of Family Bible Time          M CD W-051 Women Small
              Shepherd                                                             Group
11:00-11:45am Jeremy Pate Creative VBS Ideas. Jeremy has a degree in    HC M-140 Youth Workers
                           Graphic Design/Illustration and shows how               Deacons
                           to incorporate design into ministry.
                                                                                   Preachers’
                                                                                   Breakout
             Kyle Butt    Indecent: What If Girls Don't Dress Modestly? HD M-013 Teen Boys
             Cindy Colley Modesty Fashion Show                          B A W-023 Teen Girls
                                                                                   Mothers
             Renita       How to Treat People in the Workplace          B B W-004 Women Special
             Archey                                                                Interest
             Jason        Practical Tips on Taking Care of the Spirit's B C M-131 Preachers
             McKeown Temple. A doctor's advice on how preach-
                          ers and others can lead a healthy lifestyle.
                          Includes a weight loss plan.
             David Lipe Hot Button Issues: Questions Related to         B D M-116 Elders
                          Baptism
             Jerry Martin Counseling Basics. Who, when, and how         M B M-124 Ministry
                          to be a first responder to those facing
                          life's challenges. Jerry L. Martin, PhD, LPC
                          (Licensed Professional Counselor). ◊ ¤
             Michael      A NASA Scientist Looks at the Age of the      M CD M-097 Evidences
             Houts        Earth: You Can Trust Your Bible (2)
12:00-5:00pm Matt Wallin Teen Trip to Ober Gatlinburg ($27 ticket).     O GA       Teens
                          Parents meet group at Gatlinburg skylift at
                          1:00 p.m. No meals included, so eat on way.
1:30-2:15pm Wesley        Tentmakers: Weekly Scheduling; Avoiding B C M-186 Preachers
             Simons       Burnout. Tentmaker sessions are for preach-
                          ers who work secular jobs and also serve
                          congregations as ministers.
1:30-3:30pm Melissa       Homeschool Bonus: Advice on Curriculum HC W-059 Women
             Webster                                                               Homeschool
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 13                                                                 PTP SCHEDULE

     Time       Presenter                        Topic                       Room CD          Track
 1:30-3:30pm Burt Jones Songleading School                                   B A M-109 Ministry
             Randy Duke Seminar: Finding Employment in a Tough               M CD M-040 Ministry
                           Economy. Randy covers the employment
                           process, resume writing, interviewing tips,
                           and finding the right fit. Good for individuals
                           looking for that next job or for congregational                Marriage/
                           leaders looking for their next staff person.                   Family
                           Book Room Open                                    EH           General
 2:30-3:15pm Sam Dilbeck Tentmakers: Microwave Sermon Prep Can               BC     M-039 Members
                           Still Produce a Healthy Congregation
             Jeanny and Demo: Ellison Die Cuts (Make and Take)               EH T         Bible Teachers
             Kellee Gilpin
 3:30-4:15pm Jeff Archey Tentmakers: Work Arrangements with Con-             BC     M-007 Preachers
                           gregation, Opportunities to Grow, Family Life
 5:45-6:00pm               Congregational Singing                            B BC       General/
                                                                                        Combined
 5:45-9:45pm Rushmores        PTP Children's Classes                         VBS        Children 6–9
             Brint Rice       PTP Camp                                       EH C       Children 10-12
 6:00-6:45pm Loy Mitchell     Meditations for the Lord's Supper. Multiple HC M-134 Spiritual Growth
                              devotionals to use in the Lord's Supper to
                              add depth and variety.
               Cindy Colley   Joy in the Journey. Happy Are the Hungry       B A W-019 Women 1
                              (Matthew 5:6)
               Alan Highers   Why Are There So Many Churches? The Rise B BC M-090 Keynote/General
                              and Fall of Denominationalism (3): The
                              Origin of Denominationalism
             Brad Harrub      American Idol(s)                               B D M-067 Teens
             Greymere         Forum: Here's What We Do, It Might Work        M CD M-241 Elders
             Eldership        for You
 7:00-7:45pm Dan Winkler      Loving God with All My Heart                   B BC M-223 Keynote/General
             Kyle Butt        Inhibitions: The Importance of a Trained,      B D M-016 Teens
                              Monitored Conscience
             Wesley           What to Do if you have a Child, Friend, or     M CD M-187 Ministry
             Simons           Church Member Go to Prison
 7:00-9:00pm Glenn and        Marriage and Family Counselling (call or       MB         Counseling
             Cindy Colley     check at registration for appointment)                    Sessions
 8:00-8:45pm Joe Wells        Be Engaged—The Sexualization of America. HC M-211 Youth Workers
                              A major problem facing ours culture is the
                              sexualizing of girls and training boys to look
                              at girls as sex objects.
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PTP SCHEDULE                                           SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
    Time       Presenter                              Topic               Room CD           Track
8:00-8:45pm Janie Craun A Recipe for Peace (2): Studies in the Book       BA     W-026 Women 1
                        of Philippians. Seven key ingredients every
                        woman needs in her spiritual pantry.
            Brad Harrub Sex Issues/The Tough Stuff: Contraception         BB     M-071 Marriage/
                             (Married Couples Only)                                    Family
              Burt Jones Islam: A Threat on the Horizon. The clash of     BC     M-105 Preachers
                         cultures—Christianity through the eyes of a
                         Muslim in light of history and current events.
             David Lipe Elder's Skills: Practical Advice on Handling      BD     M-114 Elders
                         Conflict
             David       Don't Overlook the Obvious: Evangelism           M B M-174 Small Church
             Shearer     Grows Small Churches into Large Ones. ◊
             Melvin Sapp Success, God's Way: Synergize—Together           M CD M-162 Deacons
                         Everyone Accomplishes More
             Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Singing                         CY           Teens
9:00-9:30pm Kyle Butt Inescapable: Judgment Day Is Coming                 EH     M-015 Teens
9:30-11:00pm Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Basketball/Fun ‘N' Games        EH           Teens



PTP SCHEDULE                                                  SUNDAY, AUGUST 14

    Time       Presenter                              Topic               Room CD           Track
8:30-9:15am Cindy Colley The Women of Judges--Living a Spiritual Life B A        W-024 Women 1
                          in a Material World. Keeping the world at bay;
                          setting priorities in time use, faithful atten-
                          dance, entertainment choices, and fashion.
            Cliff Goodwin The Discipline of Fasting                       BD M-051 Church/Class/
                                                                                   Spirtual Growth
9:30-10:15am Teah            Babies                                       MA       Church/
             McWhorter                                                             Children's Bible
             April           2s/3s                                        MB       Classes
             Meacham
             Jeanny and      4 year olds/Kindergarten                     MC
             Kellee Gilpin
             Diane Winkler   First Grade                                  MD
             Kelli Barker    Second/Third Grade                           HD 2
             Kyle Gilpin     Fourth/Fifth Grades                          HD 1
SUNDAY, AUGUST 14                                                                      PTP SCHEDULE

     Time       Presenter                         Topic                         Room CD           Track
 9:30-10:15am Kyle Butt       Inevitable: Life Is Full of Changes. Get Ready, B A    M-014 Church/Teen
                              God Will Go with You                                         Bible Class
                Michael       A NASA Scientist Looks at the Stars (Psalm 19) HC      M-098 Church/Bible
                Houts                                                                      Class
                B.J. Clarke   God Wants to Give Us Joy, But He Doesn’t          B BC M-021
                              Always Want Us to be Happy
             Dwight           When the Rooster Crows. This lesson will          BD     M-047
             Fuqua            encourage you.
 9:00-9:45am Alan Highers     Great Bible Chapters: Blessed Is the Man          ScC M-084 Church/Bible
                              (Psalm 1)                                                   Class
 10:00-11:00am Alan Highers   The Rise and Fall of Denominationalism (4):       ScC M-091 Church/Worship
                              The Restoration Principle
 10:00-10:45am Burt Jones     Islam: A Threat on the Horizon. This class ex-    SKcC M-106 Church/Bible
                              amines the declared Jihad against America                    Class
                              in light of history and current events.
 11:00-12:00am Brad Harrub    Heart of the Matter—How to Prevent Your           SKcC M-069 Church/Worship
                              Child from Becoming the Next Statistic
 12:00-1:30pm                 Free Fellowship Meal. All PTPers are invited to   SKcC
                              worship at South Knoxville and stay for lunch.
 9:30-10:20am Michael         Great Bible Chapters: God’s Final Words—          GcC M-179 Church/Bible
               Shepherd       Revelation 22                                               Class
 10:30-11:30am Michael        Worship Service. Sermon: Can We All               GcC M-178 Church/Worship
               Shepherd       Understand the Bible Alike?
 10:45-11:30am Dan Winkler    Worship Service. Sermon: Loving God with          BBCD M-225 Church/Worship
                              All my Soul
 4:00-5:00pm Eddy and         Marriage and Famiy Counseling (call or check      MA           Counseling
             Jeanny Gilpin    at registration for appointment)                               Sessions
 5:00-5:40pm B.J. Clarke      You're Driving Me Crazy! Getting past differ-     BC     M-026 Marriage/Family
                              ences to enjoy a healthy and happy marriage.
 5:40-6:00pm                  Congregational Singing                            BC
                                                                               General/
                                                                               Combined
 6:00-6:45pm Alan Highers The Consequences of Sin                   B BC M-087 Church/Worship
             Dan Winkler Great Bible Chapters: 1 Corinthians 15—Up GcC M-221 Church/Worship
                          from the Grave
             Michael      All Leafed Out and No Fruit to Give (Mark ScC M-177 Church/Worship
             Shepherd 11:13)
 7:00-7:45pm Tim          Nuts and Bolts: Ideas that Work in Small  HC M-181 Deacons
             Shoulders Congregations                                           Small Church
             Sheila Butt Joy in the Journey: Happy Are the Bridge   B A W-011 Women 1
                          Builders (Matthew 5:9)
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PTP SCHEDULE                                            SUNDAY, AUGUST 14
    Time       Presenter                        Topic                        Room CD           Track
7:00-7:45pm Mike Vestal The Ultimate Portrait of God: The Father in the      B BC M-204 Keynote/General
                         Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32)
            David        Tomorrow's Preachers/Critical Today: Producing      BD     M-171 Preachers'
            Shannon      Ministers. How many young men from your                          Breakout
                         congregation are studying the Bible to enter
                         full-time ministry? Are you intentional or                        Elders’ Breakout
                         indifferent about it? Lets consider a model that
                         intentionally leads young men toward fulfilling                   Teen Boys
                         their place in ministry (I Peter 4:10).                           Youth Workers
            Glenn Colley Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding: Small         M CD          Elders
                         Group Problem-Solving
8:00-8:45pm Phil Sanders Homiletics: Extending the Invitation                HC     M-156 Preachers’
                                                                                          Breakout
               David        Here's What We Do, It Might Work for You. A      HD     M-176 Small Church
               Shearer      discussion of essentials for effective evange-
                            lism and proven ideas gleaned from many.◊
               Cindy Colley A Christian Woman's Behavior toward the          BA     W-014 Women 1
                            Opposite Sex
               Steve        Parents, Teens, and Sex: What to Say, and        BB     M-080 Parents/
               Higginbotham When (Adults only)                                            Marriage/Family
               Gary         Homiletics: Improving Sermon Delivery            BC     M-060 Preachers
               Hampton                                                                    Youth Workers
            Glenn Colley Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding:               BD     M-233 Elders
                         Presentation of Solutions
            Jeff Archey Nuts and Bolts: Reach Out—A Simple But               M CD M-006 Deacons
                         Effective Visitation Program. “Reach Out”
                         began as a Wednesday class; now has 12
                         teams congregation-wide. It consists of
                         the “3 Cs”: (1) Send cards to guests; (2) call
                         members missed Sunday, and (3) contact
                         guests with a visit. It works for our elderly
                         and shut-ins. Aim to respond THAT week.
8:00-9:30pm Caleb Colley Youth Late Night: Bowling                           BCT       Teens
8:15-8:45pm Joe Wells    Don't Let Life Bowl You Over                        BCT M-213 Teens




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MONDAY, AUGUST 15                                                                      PTP SCHEDULE

     Time        Presenter                         Topic                         Room CD           Track
 7:30-8:15am Dan Winkler Early Bird: Rising a Great While Before Day,            BD     M-220 Members
                            Jesus Went Forth to Pray
 8:15-11:15am Celine Sparks PTP Children's VBS                                   VBS          Children 6-9
              Brint Rice PTP Camp                                                EH C         Children 10-12
 8:30-9:15am Cindy Colley Avoiding Relationships with Abusive Guys.              HC     W-015 Teen Girls
                            How to see the signs of unhealthy behavior.
              Mark Teske How to Treat a Girl with Respect (so you will           HD     M-194 Teen Boys
                            gain her respect)
 8:30-9:10am David          Fruitful Principles for Fantastic Relationships      B BC   M-164 Combined/
              Shannon       (Galatians 5:22-26) (1). Let’s get beyond the                     Keynote
                            fluff and down to the substance of strong re-
                            lationships. Producing the fruit of the Spirit is                  Marriage and
                            what creates strong, lasting relationships. Our                    Family
                            souls, marriages, and children depend on it.
              Donna         Widows: The Challenges                               M CD W-032 Women Widows
              Faughn
 9:30-10:15am Burt Jones The Story of Islam: Trail of Blood                      HC     M-110 Evangelism and
                                                                                              Missions
               Todd Clippard Should Christians Drink Beer?                       HD     M-027 Members/Teens
               Teah          Teach Them to Know God—A NEW                        BA     W-043 Bible Teachers
               McWhorter Workshop for Teachers #1. Theme: Old
                             Testament Heroes. Visuals and storytelling
               April         techniques to bring students of all ages from
               Meacham facts to "what does it mean to me?" ◊ ¤
               Irene Taylor Help! My Husband's the Preacher. Where               BB     W-053 Women 1
                             wives can go for help and encouragement
                             other than the Bible or lectureships.
               Mike Winkler Homiletics: How to Effectively Illustrate a Sermon   BC     M-230 Preachers
               Jerry Martin Elder to Elder: Helping Members Find Their           BD     M-126 Elders/Deacons
                             Place in the Work ◊ ¤
               Dale          Podcasting: How to Get Started, Gain                MB     M-104 Technology
               Jenkins       Traction, Maintain, and Florish
               Joe Wells     Be Equipped. A serious look at two areas:           M CD M-212 Youth Workers
                             family and personal integrity
 10:30-11:15am Brad Harrub End of Life Decisions—What about feeding              HC     M-075 Ethics
                             tubes, advance directives, and pulling the plug?
               Glenn Colley Sex Issues/The Tough Stuff: Infidelity (1).          HD     M-031 Marriage/Family
                             This lesson includes strategies for rebuilding
                             a marriage. (Adults only)


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PTP SCHEDULE                                         MONDAY, AUGUST 15
    Time       Presenter                        Topic                        Room CD           Track
10:30-11:15am Teah           Teach Them to Know God—A NEW               BA          W-044 Bible Teachers
              McWhorter      Workshop for Teachers #2. Theme: Jesus, My
              April          Jesus. Visuals and storytelling techniques
              Meacham        ◊¤
              Evelyn         The Power of a Praying Woman               BB          W-003 Women 1
              Apple
              Cliff          Panel/Younger Teach the Older: Let the          BC     M-243 Preachers
              Goodwin        Young Men Dream Dreams. Cliff, Todd, and
              Todd           Rob will each speak fifteen minutes and
              Clippard       give his vision of what God can do in this                    Teens
                             generation. ◊ ¤
              Rob Whitacre
              B.J. Clarke    Don't Quit Now. Most of the Great Things    BD         M-020 Elders
                             Accomplished in the World Are Done by Tired                  Preachers’
                             People                                                       Breakout
               Jeremy Pate Family-Oriented Youth Ministry. The session     MA       M-141 Youth Workers
                           deals with the philosophical/biblical approach.
               Adam        Taming Your E-mail: Practical Advice to         M B M-045 Technology
               Faughn      Utilize E-mail
               Matt Vega Admissibility of the Gospel Narratives. Test M CD M-195 Evidences
                           first four New Testament books against an-
                           cient documents and parole evidence rules.
Sandwich         Sandwich sessions are for those who eat a quick bite in their rooms
Sessions         (or get fast food) while others take a longer break off site.
12:45-1:15pm Teah        Sandwich Session: Teach Them to Know God            BA     W-042 Bible Teachers
             McWhorter –A NEW Workshop for Bible Class Teachers
                         #3. Theme: “What do I do with the babies?”
             April       Nursery/cradle roll demonstration and discus-
             Meacham sion of effective birth – two-year-olds classes. ◊
             B.J. Clarke Sandwich Session: Distracted by Good                B BC   M-023 General/
                         Things--Regain Your Family's Focus                               Combined
1:30-2:15pm David        Bounce Class: Bounce ideas, programs,               HC     M-163 Youth Workers
             Shannon     problems off David and each other
             Todd        Why Affairs Happen. The causes of affairs;          HD     M-028 Marriage/Family
             Clippard    measures to prevent them.                                        (Adults Only)
             Kathy       Toolbox: Let Us Mark Our Bibles (101). The          BA     W-049 Women 1
             Pollard     101 class is for first-timers. It explains how to
                         mark the Bible, and covers basic topics such
                         as a Sinful Past and the Plan of Salvation.
             Michael     Ingenious: Look Around, God's Fingerprints          BB     M-099 Teens
             Houts       Are Everywhere                                                   Evidences
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     Time       Presenter                       Topic                        Room CD           Track
 1:30-2:15pm Alan            Great Men of the Restoration:           BC            M-085 Preachers/
             Highers         N. B. Hardeman                                              Members
             Matt Vega       What Advice Should We Give Members with B D           M-198 Elders/Deacons
                             Legal Problems?
               Dale          Read Faster, Read Smarter, Read More    MA            M-103 Preachers’
               Jenkins                                                                   Breakout
               Moises     American Churches Starting a Hispanic Ministry.    MB    M-147 Ministry
               Pinedo     This class is in English and covers what
                          English-speaking congregations should expect
                          when looking to start a Hispanic ministry.
             Irene Taylor A Deeper Life. Making Time for Prayer and          M CD W-052 Women Small
                          Devotion in the Busy Years of Life                            Group
             Diane        Watch Me Teach. Teachers/mothers observe           VBS        Children 6–9/
             Winkler      how to implement effective techniques.                        Bible Teachers
             Bonnie       Outreach Awareness Class                           EH C       Girls Ages
             Rushmore                                                                   10–12
 1:30-4:15pm Kirk         Future Preachers’ Workshop. For boys ages          EH T       Boys Ages
             Brothers     10–14; will involve learning how to prepare                   10–14
                          and deliver sermons and devotionals.
 2:15-3:15pm Louis        Bible Geography                                    VBS   VBS     Children 6–8
             Rushmore
 2:30-3:15pm Glenn        Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Sex Issues/The            HC    M-244 Youth Workers
             Colley       Tough Stuff: The Family Computer, Laptops,
                          and Smartphones (Successful Strategies)
             Dalton       Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Some Ideas that           HC    M-244
             Gilreath     Work for Us in College Ministry
             Allan Lay Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How I Teach                  HC    M-244
                          Abstinence in the Public School
             Jeremy Pate Seven Minutes of Wisdom: What I've Learned          HC    M-244
                          in my Ten Years of Youth/Family Ministry
             Ricky        Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How Youth                 HC    M-244
             Phillips     Ministers and Pulpit Ministers (and Families)
                          Can Have Great Relationships
             Wade         Seven Minutes of Wisdom: The Most Useful           HC    M-244
             Webster      Books in My Library
             Donna        Role Reversal: Children Caring for Aging Parents   HD    W-031 Women Special
             Faughn                                                                      Interest
             Sheila Butt How to Conduct a Bible Study with a                 BA    W-010 Women 1
                          Non-Christian


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    Time       Presenter                       Topic                       Room CD           Track
2:30-3:15pm Luke Griffin Inscrutable: A Librarian Looks at                 BB     M-057 Teens
                         Numerology in the Bible. This class will
                         cover conventional, rhetorical, symbolic, and                   Evidences
                         mystical use of numbers in the Bible. ◊
            B.J. Clarke The Preacher’s Personal Life (1): Ministry’s       BC     M-024 Preachers
                         Deadly Undertow (the deadly Ds of debt,
                         depression, divorce, and disobedience)
            Midway       Here's What We Do, It Might Work for You ◊        BD     M-242 Elders/Deacons
            Eldership
            Eric Lyons 40/40 Class: The Moral Argument for God ¤           MA     M-118 Youth Workers/
                                                                                        Parents
            Jeff Archey 40/40 Class: Planning Sermons without              MB     M-008 Preachers’
                         Panicking. Through my years in business I                      Breakout
                         learned the keyword that helps in all plan-
                         ning and scheduling. The word is “flexibility.”
            Melvin       Success, God's Way: Prioritize—Do First           M CD M-161 Members/
            Sapp         Things First                                                 Deacons
            Bonnie       Bible Geography                                   EH C       Girls 10-12
            Rushmore
3:30-4:15pm Brint Rice PTP Youth Camp                                      VBS          Children 6–9
            Rushmores Buckets of Bible Time                                EH C         Girls 10-12
3:30-4:15pm S. Higginbo- Command to Culture: Colossian 3:9                 HC     M-077 Marriage/
            tham         (Lie Not One to Another)                                       Family/Members
            Eric Owens Get Your Own Faith                                  HD     M-137 Teens
            Renita       The Upside of the Downside: Growing in the        BA     W-005 Women 1
            Archey       Difficult Stretches of Life
            Alan Martin Work Hard/Play Hard. Creative Ways to              BB     M-123 Preachers’
                         Find Cheap Vacations. Never overpay for a                      Breakout
                         vacation again. Take a Disney cruise with a
                         family of four for under $500. Take a "free"
                         Carribean vacation (by renting your house).
                         Tricks for getting lowest prices on affordable
                         vacations, cruises, air fares, and Disney.




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     Time      Presenter                         Topic                        Room CD          Track
 3:30-4:15pm Daniel          Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Smartphone Apps         BC    M-245 Preachers/Youth
             Howell          for Ministry                                                 Ministers
             Mark            Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How to Take             BC    M-245
             Howell          Notes and Mark Your Bible During a Sermon
             Melvin Otey     Seven Minutes of Wisdom: A Simple Formula        BC    M-245
                             for Sharing the Gospel
              Eddie          Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Planned                 BC    M-245
              Parrish        Preaching/Surveying a Congregation
              Matt Vega      Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How to Go about         BC    M-245
                             Setting Up a Will
              Joe            Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How to Stay at a        BC    M-245
              Williams       Congregation for a Long Ministry ◊
              Ron            Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How I Handle a          BC    M-245
              Williams       Church Member Counseling Session ◊
              David          Overseers: A Larger Vision—What God Can          BD    M-170 Elders
              Shannon        Do with One Congregation. Let’s move from
                             keeping house to accomplishing as much as
                             we can to His glory before Jesus comes.
              Michael        40/40 Class: The Cosmological Argument for       MA    M-095 Digging Deeper
              Houts          the Existence of God
              Bob            40/40 Class: Writing Articles/Responses for      MB    M-151 Ministry
              Prichard       the Local Newspaper
              Sami           Showing Children that Christianity Is the Most   M CD W-045 Women Small
              Nicholas       Fun Life: Rules, Respect, and Roaring Laughter              Group
              Dale Jenkins   Meet and Greet Zone: Churches Looking for        FC         Elders
                             Preachers/Preachers Looking for Churches.                   Preachers
                             Bring resumes/job descriptions. Invite some-
                             one to supper with you (on site or off).                     Youth Workers
 4:30-5:30pm Jerry/Denise    Marriage and Family Counseling (call or go by    MA          Counseling
             Martin          registration for appointment)                                Sessions
 6:30-7:00pm Burt Jones      Congregational Singing                           BC          General
 7:00-7:45pm Melvin Sapp     Small Church/Big Plans: Grooming Men and         HC    M-159 Small Church
                             a Congregation for an Eldership
              Dan Winkler    Loving God with All My Strength                  B ABC M-226 Church/Worship
              Glenn Colley   Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding—            BD          Elders
                             Small Group Problem-Solving
              Adam           How to Use Twitter for Spiritual Purposes        MA    M-043 Technology
              Faughn
              Jenetta May What I Have Learned about Handling Grief            MB    W-039 Women Special
                          (1)◊ ¤                                                          Interest
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    Time      Presenter                         Topic                        Room CD          Track
7:00-7:45pm Daniel          Practical Ideas that Work in Small               M CD M-100 Small Church
            Howell          Congregations
8:00-8:20pm Caleb Colley    Youth Late Night: Singing                        EH          Teens
8:00-8:45pm Burt Jones      Islam: A Threat on the Horizon. The status       HC    M-108 Evangelism/
                            of Muslim women with regard to love, mar-                    Missions
                            riage, and property.
             Melvin Sapp    Is the Church the Lord Established on the        HD    M-158 Missions/
                            Earth Tonight?                                               Evangelism
             Cindy Colley   Joy in the Journey: Happy Are Those with         BA    W-021 Women 1
                            Enlarged Hearts (Matthew 5:8)
             B.J. Clarke    Working without Elders: Make the Best out        BB    M-025 Small Church
                            of a Less than Ideal Situation
             Alan Highers   Hot Button Issues: The Role of Women             BC    M-086 Keynote
             Glenn Colley   Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding—            BD    M-234 Elders
                            Presentation of Solutions
             Cliff          A Session of Prayer. Come with a prayer          MA
             Goodwin        request, or just to pray. Cliff will moderate
                            while men pray for the lost, the brother-
                            hood, offer supplications and intercessions,
                            and give God praise.
             Matt Vega      40/40: The Credibility of the Gospel             MB    M-196 Evidences
                            Witnesses. How we know the Gospel writers
                            were honest, capable, consistent, and how
                            to best explain all circumstantial evidence.
             Texas          How to Use Visualized Bible Study Series for     M CD M-188 Evangelism/
             Stevens        Greatest Effect. Texas and Jule Miller com-                 Missions
                            bined their talents to produce this filmstrip/
                            DVD, which has been the staple brotherhood
                            evangelism tool for over fifty years and
                            which has led to thousands of baptisms. ◊
8:20-9:00pm Todd            Youth Late Night: Incompatible—Why You           EH    M-029 Teens
             Clippard       Should Only Marry a Christian
9:00-10:00pm Matt Jones     Youth Late Night: Basketball/Fun ‘N’ Games       EH         Teens
9:00-9:45pm Eddy Gilpin     Sword Sharpening. Class members share            M CD M-237 Preachers’
                            skeleton sermon outlines                                    Breakout




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     Time        Presenter                         Topic                        Room CD           Track
 7:30-8:15am Cliff Goodwin Early Bird: The Spiritual Discipline of Prayer       BC   M-054 Preachers
              Jerry Martin Early Bird: Elder to Elder/Training Church           BD   M-125 Elders/Deacons
                            Leaders to Be Counselors ¤ ◊
 8:15-11:15am Celine Sparks PTP Children's Classes                              VBS      Children 6-9
              Brint Rice    PTP Camp                                            EH C     Children 10-12
 8:30-9:15am Ed Melott      If It's Rotten, Throw It Out. Being a teenager is   HD M-132 Teens
                            no excuse for having a bad attitude.
 8:30-9:10am David          Fruitful Principles for Fantastic Relationships     B BC M-165 Keynote
              Shannon       (Galatians 5:22-26) (2)                                        Marriage/Family
              Rose Crayton Widows: The Opportunities (for service)              M CD W-028 Women/Widows
 9:30-10:15am Jaime Harper Addictions—Restoring Sanity: The Reality             HC M-065 Deacons
                           of Struggles, Hardships, Dysfunctions, and
                           Addictions in the Church. The importance of
                           knowing what is behind smiling faces and                         Ministry
                           warm handshakes on Sunday morning (1).
              Glenn Colley Sex Issues/The Tough Stuff: Infidelity (2).          HD   M-032 Marriage
                           This lesson includes dealing with the anger.                     (Adults only)
              Sheila Butt "Help! My Daughter's Dating a Non-Christian!          BA   W-006 Women 1
                           How can I guide her without driving her away?"
              Eric Lyons   Inconceivable: A Universe without a Maker ¤          BB   M-121 Teens/Evidences
              Wesley       A Ready Answer: Questions/Passages                   BC   M-185 Members/
              Simons       Dealing with Common Arguments Made in                           Evangelism/
                           Favor of the Instrument                                         Missions
              Mike Winkler Overseeing the Staff—Practical Advice for            BD   M-231 Elders/Church
                           Church Secretaries and Office Workers. How                      Secretaries
                           Elders Can Help Develop an Atmosphere of
                           Productivity and Camaraderie
              Jeff Archey 40/40 Class: How to Start a Prom Alternative     M A M-005 Deacons
                                                                                      Youth Workers
               Robert R.     Balancing Local Work with Meeting/            M B M-189 Preachers'
               Taylor, Jr.   Lectureship Schedules                                    Breakout
               Teresa Taylor The Elder's Wife as a Counselor               M CD W-054 Women
               Gilpins       Chalking for Teachers (Make and Take)         EH T       Bible Teachers
 10:30-11:15am Jaime Harper Addictions—Restoring Sanity: Overcoming HC M-063 Deacons/
                             Real Life Struggles Through Godly Solutions.             Ministry
                             An introduction to a Christ-centered recovery
                             program, based on Biblical truth (2) ¤ ◊



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Ptp 2011 brochure 4 20-11

  • 1. SPIRITUAL weekend August 12–18, 2011 Sevierville Events Center • 202 Gists Creek Road • Sevierville, TN 37862
  • 2. SPIRITUAL weekend Friday–Sunday, August 12–14, 2011 Great Smoky Mountains • Sevierville, Tennessee • Events Center $125 per person (children/teens free when attending with parents) Popular Features Diverse Speakers of One Gospel • Beautiful singing, meaningful Dr. Jason McKeown, David Henry worship MD Anesthesiologist Jamaican Songleader • Ten class choices each hour Michael Houts Roy Williams Former Atheist/MIT Grad High School Coach –tracks for preachers, elders, Alan Highers Joe Wells deacons, youth workers, mem- Federal Judge/Editor Youth Speaker, Kaio Editor bers, families, teens, children, Michael Shepherd Marlene Howell and two tracks for women The Walking Bible Registered Nurse • Bible teachers workshop/Make Burt Jones Janie Craun and Takes Islam Scholar Editor, Christian Woman • “Tentmakers”–sessions for bivo- Loy Mitchell And Many More! Missionary cational preachers Matt Vega • Evangelism Panel/Tips Law Professor • Hot Button Issues • Hispanic classes (in Spanish) • Homeschool classes/resources • Public school classes • Free marriage/family counseling • Teen classes, devotionals, and social activities • Children’s VBS-style classes • Children meet Digger Doug! • Childcare available • Extensive bookstore/exhibits • Discounted lodging (as low as $30/night) 2 See www.PolishingThePulpit.com to register
  • 3. From The Directors PTP is for EVERY member of the Lord’s church. We have done all within our power to assemble a life-changing event to refresh the spirits of those who are laboring in the Lord’s vineyard. Practical topics. Outstanding speakers. Convenient lodging. Beautiful locale. Extracurricular bonuses. Great sing- ing. Multiple class choices each hour. Wide-ranging themes. Ministry Resources. Discounted hotel and free fellowship meals. Do you need a spiritual boost? Spend a week or weekend with us recharging in the Great Smoky Mountains! THE POWER OF AN IDEA Polishing the Pulpit began with three friends getting together to brainstorm sermon ideas. We soon invited a few other friends and someone said, “This is great! We should tell others.” We did and invited a speaker to discuss sermon preparation and give sample sermons. Interest increased; more speakers were invited. We moved to a hotel conference area. We dreamed big. “Let’s invite the best speakers in the brotherhood and see who we can get.” They came. Wives wanted in, so we added women’s classes. While these great speakers were assembled in one place, we decided to offer classes for elders. They loved it. People began coming from all over the country. Youth workers and deacons became interested. We added tracks for them. PTP moved to a large event center in the Smoky Mountains. Attendance ap- proached 1000. Christians from other nations began coming. “Why don’t you have classes for regular members?” we were asked. So we added a Spiritual Renewal Weekend, as well as tracks for members, teens, and children. Attendance surpassed 2000. That brings us to 2011. The largest PTP ever is in the works—122 speakers, 10 concurrent sessions each hour, 426 separate classes spread over seven days. Our attendance goal is 2500. What does God have in store for PTP now? Come and see! PolishingThePulpit.com | 3
  • 4. 2 Events ________ in 1! Gain: Table of Contents Spiritual Renewal Weekend 8 • A few highlights + Polishing the Pulpit 10 • Features and attractions __________________ 12 • A greater value than ever = Recharged Christian 13 • Bring a group to PTP Cost: 14 • Tracts 18 • Classes for children and teens SRW $125 22 • Event Center map + PTP $200 ____________ 24 • Schedule = Both: $200 50 • Horario e Información del Taller Hispano What? 51 • Workshop information 52 • Can’t afford to come? Yes, you can come for 54 • Ten creative ways to cut costs both events for one price! 56 • Host church information Register online ahead of time 57 • Lodging to get the best deal: 58 • FAQs www.polishingthepulpit.com 60 • PTP purpose statement 61 • Regsitration form (now you can register and pay online!) 63 • Speakers check PolishingThePulpit.com for schedule updates 4
  • 5. RECHARGE Your Batteries! • 122 speakers from 13 states • 10 class choices each hour • 476 class topics • 7 days/ 66 hours of instruction Something for everyone! Renew Your Mind! • Practical lessons • Outstanding speakers • Sound doctrine • Enjoyable fellowship refresh Your Spirit! • Emphasis on personal spiritual growth • Beautiful singing, invigorating worship • Practical lessons and free resources • Come alone or bring your family (childcare, children’s classes, and youth activities available) • Enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains, outlet shopping, great restaurants, golf, and recreational choices PolishingThePulpit.com | 5
  • 6. What People Are Saying Your cup will be filled; bring extras! The greatest lectureship/preacher semi- — Robert Guinn, Collinsville, IL nar in the brotherhood today. — David McCain, Mt. Pleasant, TX You get a true sense that there is hope for the future.— Steve Simmons, Cape Produced the encouragement I need Girardeau, MO working in the North where the church is more sparse that in the South. The most profitable place on the face of . . . I have no intention of ever missing this globe that I could have spent a week one again. of my life. — Gary Bennett, Grand Island, NE — Ken Upchurch, Hattisburg, MS The singing brought tears nearly every Helped me see that the church is alive and service. well in America! — Debbie Bumbalough, Nashville, TN — Phil Rembleski, elder, Rescue, CA Without doubt, the most encouraging The women’s sessions are extremely event I attend . . . extremely practical and valuable. Every year I think it cannot be relevant. — Chuck Webster, Hoover, AL improved upon, but you do it. — Sandy Vanhorn, Waldorf, MD A once-in-a-lifetime experience we get to enjoy once a year. Superbly organized with exceptional — Bob Prichard, Oxford, AL speakers addressing real-to-life, real-to- ministry topics. This was my first year My kids have already discussed things and I look forward to next year with they’re willing to give up so we can great anticipation. come every year! — David Sproole, West Palm Beach, FL — Sandi Smith, Ft. Worth, TX Reaffirmed my faith and made me want While it takes money to attend, the truth to do more for Christ. is, you can’t afford not to go. — Gwyne McIntyrwe, Memphis, TN — Roger Scully, High Point, NC PTP benefits my work greater than any Never underestimate the power of one other thing I do—from sermon aids, thing you take home from PTP. As a marriage enrichment, to being spiritually result of the suggestion to use Searching uplifting! — Gary Williams, Tupelo, MS for the Truth, there are 17 precious souls in our home congregation today that The greatest uplifting, faith-building were not there last year. To God be the experience this side of eternity. glory! — David Olive, Rogersville, AL — Kim Melott, New Martin, WV Helped the church to become “small- The statement “renew, refresh, recharge” er,” more intimate for me. — Rick . . . is true. — Ricky Phillips, Martin, TN Brumback, Austin, TX 6
  • 7. I enjoy much and learned much and One of the finest programs among us . . . meet sound preachers. the lessons are always biblical, relevant, — Bonthra Esudas, India and very helpful. — Wendell Winkler (1931 – 2005) My wife and I make it our vacation each year now that our children are all grown. Polishing the Pulpit provides an opportu- — Fred Nowell, York, PA nity for workers for the Lord to get their spiritual “batteries” recharged. The en- One of the most encouraging moments couragement, enthusiasm generated by of my life. PTP carry over to a congregation from the — Johnny Ramsey (1930 – 2006) renewal preachers, elders, and their wives, and other church workers experience. I have spoken on a lot of lectureships, — Tom Holland, Columbia, TN but I can honestly say I have never en- joyed one more than this one. After each session, I say just give us ten — George Bailey, Dallas, TX more minutes, and after each PTP clo- sure, I say just give us one more day . . . There is nothing else like it. . . . If I could — Stacy Rogers, Pontotoc, MS go to only two ‘brotherhood’ events per year, I would attend the Freed- Having come from Australia where the Hardeman Lectureship in February and church is small and limited in resources, Polishing the Pulpit in August. . . . No PTP broadened my outlook of the matter how many other programs you church and rekindled my desire to reach attend, do not miss this one. — Alan out to people . . . It has been a life- Highers, Spiritual Sword, Editor changing experience. — Chantelle Swayne, Australia Fantastic opportunity . . . speakers are sound; the material is rich. — Wayne Jackson, Christian Courier Wonderfully organized. Great lessons. Solid, sound, heaven-saved, down-to- earth preachers . . . by offering a teens’ tract, classes for our young children, homeschooling lectures, great accommodations, getting to be in the mountains, PTP simply offers more. — Eric Lyons, Montgomery, AL Most influential event we attend. — Glenn/Cindy Colley, Putting the Music Back in Marriage Seminars PolishingThePulpit.com | 7
  • 8. A FEW HIGHLIGHTS View from the Events Center 59 New Speakers – PTP stays fresh by The Professor – Luke Griffin’s training rotating presenters each year. Of this is as a research librarian, and for several year’s 122 speakers, half didn’t speak at years he worked as both a professor PTP last year. and government documents expert. His series includes, “A Librarian Looks at The Doctor – Dr. Jason McKeown is a Numerology in the Bible,” and, “Before faithful Christian and an anesthesiolo- You Go To College: The Comparative gist at UAB, the prestigious Birmingham Religion Class.” research hospital. His popular lecture series on medical issues and diseases The (Former) Atheist – Michael Houts in the Bible is both informative and gave up atheism for Christianity at faith-building. MIT. His new series includes “A NASA Scientist Looks at the Age of the Earth,” The Lawyer – Matt Vega is a law “A NASA Scientist Looks at the Stars,” professor at Jones School of Law and a “God’s Fingerprints Are Everywhere,” graduate of Yale Law School. No strang- and “The Cosmological Argument for er to PTP, Matt has a new series on the the Existence of God.” Credibility, Admissibility, and Relevence of the Gospel narratives. 8
  • 9. Bounce Class – Youth workers have a chance to “bounce” ideas off of David Shannon and share with each other what is working for them. By the Numbers – Outside-the-box thinking is one thing that sets PTP apart. This year we expand the ever popular 7 Minutes of Wisdom (including a ladies’ version); add in 15 minutes of vision and a 2-for-1 teen class; and start 40/40 classes (40 seats/40 minutes). From Spiritual Disciplines to Sex Issues to Addiction Recovery – Cliff Goodwin challenges us to renew our passion for God in the privacy of closets. Joe Wells shows how culture is challenging the church. Not for younger ears, but handled with discre- tion, this year we will tackle “Sex Issues: The Tough Stuff” for those who need more information that can be covered in Sunday school. The Mt. Juliet (TN) Shadowland church has developed an astonishing Burt Jones lectures across the country Addiction Recovery program. Join Jaime on Islam. At PTP, he will cover such Harper for the series called, “Restoring topics as: Sanity: Overcoming Real Life Struggles What is Jihad? Through Godly Solutions.” The origin of Islam Honor to Whom Honor – Robert R. Taylor, Jr., has long been recognized The status of women in Islam as a brotherhood gentleman scholar, Is their god our God? preacher, writer, and defender of the faith. We are pleased to present him this What is the Qu’ran? year’s Lifetime Service Award. Who was Mohammad? Greybeard’s Forum – Always memo- What is Shar’ia? rable, this popular last-day event has become a “must see” for PTP regulars. PolishingThePulpit.com | 9
  • 10. FEATURES AND ATTRACTIONS Sevierville is the gateway into Entertainment the Great Smoky Mountains. Entertainment in the area includes The Great Smoky Mountains Park is the Blackbear Jamboree, Nascar Speedpark, most-visited National Park in the United Dixie Stampede, Dollywood, Smoky States, and it is within a day’s drive of Mountain Car Museum, REEL Theatres two-thirds of the nation’s population. Movies, Great China Circus, the Smoky The park has over 4,000 species of Mountain Palace Theater, and much plants and animals, some of which live more. There is an 18-hole resort golf only here. A walk from mountain base course adjacent the Sevierville Events to peak compares with traveling 1,250 Center. At Dollywood, there will be a miles north. It has a rich cultural history. Barbeque and Bluegrass festival from From the Cherokee Indians to the Scots- August 19 – September 5 that includes Irish settlers, this land was home to a Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, variety of cultures. Located just off I-40 Riders in the Sky, Rhonda Vincent and Exit 407, with great outlet shopping, fun- The Rage, and The Grascals. There will filled attractions, and amazing shows, also be celebrity concerts in Pigeon the newest lodging (and lowest lodging Forge that include Lee Greenwood tax), Sevierville makes a great place to at the Smith Family Dinner Theater have PTP and Spiritual Renewal Weekend. (September 3 – 4), and Don Williams at The Events Center is seven miles south of the Tonite Theatre (August 19). I-40 on TN State Route 66. Turn at traffic signal number 17.4 (Gists Creek Road at “Smoky Mountain Parkway”). 10
  • 11. Food Shopping Sevierville has over 100 restaurants, With specialty stores and boutiques, flea many within two miles of the Events markets, antique stores, art galleries, and Center. Toward Sevierville: Buddy’s two enormous outlet centers featuring Bar-B-Que, Cracker Barrel, Zaxby’s, Ruby 200+ outlet stores, Sevierville fulfills Tuesday, Starbucks, El Paso, The Diner shopping wish lists daily. New stores (50s style), Smoky Mtn. Pizza, Chinese are always opening, including the new Buffet, Pizza Hut, Golden Corral, Subway, shopping complex at Bridgemont Event Fuddruckers, Chop House, Outback, & Entertainment Destination. Popular Texas Roadhouse, Mr. Gatti’s, Applebee’s, shopping destinations include Bass Pro Conner’s, Olive Garden, Red Lobster, and Shops, Orvis Company Store, Tanger Five a full selection of fast food establish- Oaks Outlet Mall, Governor’s Crossing ments. Toward the Interstate: Taco Bell Outlet Mall, Belk Department Store, and and New Orleans Seafood on the River. Super Walmart. Just down the road, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg offer just about any restau- rant imaginable. Nearby, Kroger has a full deli and groceries if one wishes to “stock up” in his room. 11
  • 12. A GREATER VALUE THAN EVER Most speakers/sessions ever – This year’s expanded program has 122 speakers in 476 sessions. Expanded weekend program – Pre-event classes (Friday afternoon) for teens and Bible teachers. Saturday afternoon sessions for bivocational preachers, job seek- ers, and homeschool moms. New tracks of classes – Evangelism/Missions; Marriage/ Family; Small Church/Big Plans; Evidences; Technology; Widows Songleading School – Join Burt Jones Saturday after- noon to learn how to sing/how to lead. Future Preachers’ Training Class – Kirk Brothers has been training future preachers for twenty years and re- cently joined the faculty at Freed-Hardeman. Now boys 10–14 will learn hands on how to prepare lessons at PTP. Singing. Beautiful singing. More singing! Including an outdoor singing with the beautiful Smoky Mountains as a backdrop. Sandwich Sessions – Eat a quick bite and get in an extra session before the others get back. Take home handouts – Most sessions will have a hand- out. Collect a notebook full for future use. Free parking at the Events Center – Save $30 from previous years. Free marriage/family counseling – Schedule an confi- dential counseling with a faithful Christian couple. Expedited registration (barcode) – Shorter lines. Less hassle. Meet and Greet – Looking for a preaching job? Looking for a preacher? Meet in the Food Court Monday at 3:30 p.m. Looking for a job in the securlar world? Randy Duke’s Saturday seminar will help with resume prepara- tion, interviewing, and other human resource skills. 12
  • 13. BRING A GROUP TO PTP Church Trip! Bring the church What are you doing about van. Carpool. Meet up at PTP! future leaders? A growing practice is for churches to One reason many congregations do not load up the church van and bring a have qualified elders and deacons is that group to PTP. In some cases, members they have not been proactive in training pay their own fees; in others, elders men to grow in leadership abilities. PTP pay the registration and members pay provides an atmosphere for men and lodging and food; some churches pay their wives to learn the Bible, an op- registration and expenses (especially portunity to learn about leadership from for preachers, elders, and deacons and capable speakers, and a forum to gain families). Sending several members does practical experience in problem-solving. incur some expense in registration fees This exposure helps them prepare to and lodging, but it is an investment in lead in the future. Why not pick three or the future of the church. PTP provides four men who have potential to serve as education, training, motivation, and future deacons, preachers, or elders and resources to help local congregations be pay their way to come to PTP? Proactive more effective in building up the church leadership helps ensure that the next and reaching out with the gospel. It pro- generation of the church will prosper. vides an opportunity to learn what other sound congregations are doing and ways What about sending your to adapt those ideas in local situations. preacher and youth minister? It helps preachers, elders, deacons, and Professionals in medicine, education, and members grow closer together as friends other fields are required to take additional and co-workers. It is a wise investment for training each year to stay abreast in their a church to make in its future. field and to improve their effectiveness. The Lord’s work is the most important on earth, and we should be even more diligent in training our workers. Most preachers and youth leaders know they need to improve in some aspect of their church work—pulpit presentations, visiting, work ethic, personal skills, or evan- gelism. They need a broader base of Bible knowledge or association with others with whom they can share ideas. Are there promising young men who could become excellent preachers? Elders, invest in their continuing education by sending them to PTP! PTP exists for improving the brother- hood through encouraging preachers, youth leaders, and church leaders. 13
  • 14. TRACKS What about other church Sunday. We schedule the equivalent of members? two gospel meetings in one weekend. An elder attending PTP for the first For those who are retired or are able to time said, “This is the best thing I’ve take vacation days, classes continue for ever been to. I can’t believe I’ve missed church members daily, Monday through it all these years.” He continued, “I’m Thursday. Some of the finest speakers going home to tell the church about from across the brotherhood present this. Every Christian needs to be a part timely lessons on a variety of topics. of PTP. It would help our congregation Invest in your faith. Invest in the future tremendously.” That prompted us to of your congregation. Let’s leave the add a track for “regular” church mem- church strong for the next generation. bers. Every congregation is composed of Christians who—though not cur- rently serving as preachers, elders, or Preachers deacons—are heavily involved in various PTP began as a preachers’ retreat and parts of the work. Most have never had has never lost sight of its core group. any formal religious training. They ben- PTP is ”by preachers for preachers,” efit tremendously from PTP’s in-depth, meaning each PTP director is a full-time practical sessions. preacher and understands the work from the inside looking out. Those in PTP begins with a “Spiritual Renewal the trenches of local church work may Weekend” designed to benefit all Christians. better understand preachers than those Some are unable to take off a full week, in the ivory towers of academia. so they come Friday night through There are more classes for preachers this year than any in PTP’s eighteen year history. There are 63 sessions on preach- ing and ministry this year (an average of 9 hours a day), not counting technol- ogy classes or missions and evangelism classes. Topics cover everything from how to put together a sermon to how to organize your office; from how to counsel someone in need to how to preach the book of 1 Peter; from the preacher’s personal life to how small churches can 14
  • 15. grow. Bring your thumb-drive and literally Deacons fill it with sermons in one session. Trade Deacons and their wives are essential sermons, reconnect with old friends, start to the work of most congregations, and a new network of associates, rub elbows they are a vital part of the plan God with brotherhood “legends” and faithful gave for the church (1 Timothy 3). But soldiers of the cross, and just take time to where can deacons go for training? “breathe” and enjoy being a Christian again. There has not been much emphasis given to their work over the years. PTP Elders has expanded its slate of classes for For years, the church has invested much deacons again this year. In some classes, in training men to preach and in helping elders and deacons sit side-by-side and them to continue to improve their abili- grow together in faith, motivation, and ties to do their work (lectures, workshops, ability. At other times, sessions are split mission opportunities). At the same time, so both groups can receive training more we have done little to train and encour- specific to their part of Christ’s work. age elders in their vital tasks. While we have some of the most capable men in the brotherhood assembled, we’ve asked them to address topics relevant to church leaders. These classes are designed for el- ders, those serving in business meetings, and those who hope to one day serve as church leaders. This year an emphasis is made on elder-to-elder classes, in the vein of Ezekiel’s “I sat where you sat” speaking style.
  • 16. TRACKS Youth Workers encouragement, support, and motivation The long awaited “Bounce Class” launch to function in the vital role God has given occurs 8.15.11! them as church leaders’ wives. Bounce ideas, programs, problems off Ministers’ wives have a wonderful op- David Shannon and each other. Get portunity to make a difference in the practical ideas; learn about new resourc- kingdom of Christ. PTP is the place to find es; find out what is working elsewhere instruction, motivation, resolve, and practi- that can be “plugged in” where you are; cal how-to information to make the most go home rejuvenated! of your opportunities to serve Christ. Sessions on issues specific to youth min- Classes. Classes! More classes! Whereas istry as well as the opportunity to pick most lecture programs have one or and choose topics from the preachers’ two general ladies’ classes per day, PTP track, technology, evangelism, and mar- offers two or three choices per hour—a riage and family tracks makes PTP the total of 79 classes (on average 11 per perfect place to customize for the spe- day). Depending on your age, responsi- cific needs of today’s diversified youth/ bilities, and circumstance, you can tailor college/family/associate minister. your class choices to practical issues or textual studies; marriage enrichment or widowhood; parenting or empty nest Wives emphasis; homeschool or public school; Without their wives, no elder or deacon evangelism or encouragement. There is could be qualified to serve. Beyond something for every minister’s wife at PTP. that, these women are usually at the very heart of the ongoing work of the Special interest tracks that are popular congregations where their husbands among preachers’ wives include Bible serve. Yet have you ever heard of classes teacher workshop and “make and takes” for elders’ and deacons’ wives? Now you (12 sessions) and Homeschool (11 sessions). have! At PTP they can receive instruction, 16
  • 17. BUILDING FAMILY MEMORIES Take a “Pray”cation You have heard of a vacation, and lately stay-cations have become popular, but PTP gives the unique opportunity for a “pray-cation.” Many families and friends take their annual vacation to attend PTP, which offers an opportunity to combine the beauty and fun of the Smoky Mountains with the spiritual renewal of Bible lessons, worship, singing, and prayer. PTP is the one event that the whole family looks forward to. Children love PTP VBS and PTP Camp. Teens can’t wait to see their friends again, and make new ones. Mom enjoys classes from a woman’s perspective. Dad gets his pick of an array of subjects to challenge, motivate, and encour- age him. Getting to eat out a few times, drive through Cades Cove, play putt-putt, do some outlet shopping, or squeeze in a game of golf are just added benefits. For the same cost, or perhaps a great deal less, a family can return home revived physically, emotionally, and most important, What is vacation really for? spiritually! refresh RENEW RECHARGE! PolishingThePulpit.com | 17
  • 18. CLASSES FOR CHILDREN Back by Popular Demand . . . Children ages 6–9 get to go to VBS style classes, watch DVDs of Digger Doug, learn Bible geography, sing, or enjoy other fun activities. Celine Sparks coordinates the morning sessions with a host of parents, preachers, and others with a love for children to help out with these sessions, plus Digger Doug and Iguanadon have been known to show up once in a while. Children ages 10–12 get to go to PTP Christian Camp. Brint Rice and Darrell Powell are Backwoods Christian Camp board members and bring decades of experience working with children in a camp setting. Children gain valuable lessons in a fun atmosphere. In coordi- nation with the children’s classes, this will allow smaller class size and more Children have seen Digger Doug on DVD for years. Now they finally get to meet him! variety for the children. New This Year . . . Boys ages 10–14 will go to Future Preachers’ Camp in the afternoons. Girls have “Outreach Awareness Class” with Bonnie Rushmore. Children ages 6–9 will participate in “Watch Me Teach” sessions with Diane Winkler. Bible teachers and mothers are invited to observe Diane interact with the children and pick up both “how to” and “what” to teach (1:30 p.m. Monday–Wednesday). Louis and Bonnie Rushmore will teach Bible Geography and “Buckets of Bible Time” each afternoon. Children have evenings off. 18
  • 19. TEENS Power Up --- PTP Teen Program Classes you actually It’s all about relationships want to go to! Teens love the classes, but they are POWER UP, this year’s theme, revolves buzzin’ about the fellowship and the in- around the little prefix “in”—you will be teraction. It’s all about people—seeing amazed at what lessons come from such old friends and meeting new ones. Each a tiny word. The speakers cover a vast vari- year friendships are formed that will last ety of topics from the biblical viewpoint. long after we return home. Some will Enjoy rock solid truth presented by great last a lifetime—even into heaven! speakers who understand young people. This year features more girls only/boys Night owls only classes, age specific studies (junior Special “late night activities” in the high/senior high), as well as a better Exhibit Hall include games, get- venue (teen classes are moved from the acquainted activities, and full court Exhibit Hall to Deep Creek and Ballroom B). basketball, plus inspiring singing and thought-provoking devotionals. Singing straight from heaven Adults who overhear the teen sing- ing periods know just about what the angels will sound like. Sing old favorites, learn new favorites, praise God with the voice He gave you.
  • 20. WHAT’S NEW FOR TEENS? We are adding some exciting sets off from downtown Gatlinburg, new activities for this year. and fantastic views of the Great Smoky During the afternoon break on Saturday, Mountains, its easy to see why this is interested teens will take a trip to Ober one of the top ski destinations in the Gatlinburg. This is a mountaintop resort country. (For more info see http://www. featuring nine whitewashed trails. The obergatlinburg.com/). Tickets are usu- snowmaking system at the Ski Resort ally $40, but with our group discount produces enough white stuff to please you can get in for only $27. Parents snow bunnies of all abilities. With an meet group at Ober Gatlingburg skylift amusement park, an aerial tram that in Gatlinburg at 1:00 p.m. No meals included, so eat enroute. 20
  • 21. Sunday night we rent Sevierville Bowling Important stuff Center just for our group. No cost—this Appropriate dress for sessions is pants/ is included with your (or your parents’ ) shirts. No shorts, short skirts, or low registration fee. necklines anytime while at PTP (includ- ing social events and after hours). PTP There’s more! T-shirts are highly thought of! On Wednesday night, teens get to close out with an extended period The elders ask that we not use the pool of fellowship and fun at the Pigeon areas during PTP (see FAQs). Forge Community Center. It has a large PTP T-shirts available at the event. gymnasium, bowling lanes, racquetball courts, walking track, fitness cen- Check PTP Teens out on Facebook, too! ter, ping-pong, foosball, and even a All sessions for children and teens are free PlayStation. with parents’ paid fees. PolishingThePulpit.com | 21
  • 22. EVENT CENTER MAP Map Deep Creek (HD) Courtyard (CY) Elevators Restrooms Audio Sales Restrooms Cades Cove (HC) Restrooms Meeting Room D (M D) Ballroom D (B D) Ballroom A (B A) Ballroom B (B B) Ballroom C (B C) Meeting Sidewalks Room C (M C) Meeting Room B (M B) Gift Shop Meeting Room A (M A) Restaurant Courtyard Childcare (Ages 2–5) (Vendors) Hotel PTP Camp Room Exhibit Hall (EH C) Airway between the Hotel and the Event Center Tables VBS Room Event (EH T) (VBS) Center Lobby (Registra- tion) Restrooms Parking Lot 22
  • 23. SCHEDULE KEYS Room Key Color Key SEC Sevierville Events Center General/Keynote/Church EH SEC Exhibit Hall EH T SEC Exhibit Hall Tables Preachers EH C SEC Exhibit Hall Camp room Elders/Deacons VBS SEC Exhibit Hall VBS room BA SEC Ballroom A Women BB SEC Ballroom B Teens/Children BC SEC Ballroom C BD SEC Ballroom D Evangelism/Missions B BC SEC Ballroom BC (combined) Marriage/Family B CD SEC Ballroom CD (combined) BABC SEC Ballroom ABC (combined) Small Church/Big Plans BBCD SEC Ballroom BCD (combined) Ministry/Technology MA SEC Meeting Room A MB SEC Meeting Room B Evidences MC SEC Meeting Room C MD SEC Meeting Room D Youth Workers M CD SEC Meeting Room CD (combined) FC SEC Food Court CDs are arranged in numerical order CY SEC Courtyard (alphabetical by speaker) at the CD sales table. Use the letters and numbers HC Hotel Cades Cove Meeting Room in the CD column on the schedule to HD Hotel Deep Creek locate the CD you want. HD 1 Hotel Deep Creek 1 HD 2 Hotel Deep Creek 2 “M” – Main or Men’s CD table HRL Hotel River Lodge Meeting Room “W” – Women’s CD table ScC Sevierville church of Christ Classes with powerpoints or handouts GcC Gatlinburg church of Christ are designed with these symbols: SKcC South Knoxville church of Christ ¤ – Powerpoint BCT Bowling Center ◊ – Handout C C Community Center O GA Ober Gatlinburg Schedule PolishingThePulpit.com | 23
  • 24. FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 3:30-4:15pm Brad Harrub Teen Early Bird: Intense: The Christian Life BA M-073 Teens Beats Any Other Hands Down 3:30-4:30pm Jeanny Gilpin Teacher Early Bird: Chalking. Come to Exhibit EH T Bible Teachers Kellee Gilpin Hall after you register and get started making Bible school make and take visuals. Work at your own pace on such topics as the Parables of Jesus, The Creation of the World, the Plagues of Egypt, Paul's journeys, more! 4:30-5:15pm Shanna Homeschool Early Bird: How to Start a HC W-060 Women Anderson Homeschool Group. Shanna, Tonya, and Amy Homeschool Amy Judd are founding members of a very success- ful homeschool group, for members of the Tonya Strong church of Christ. Seven years old, the group recently obtained a charter as a fully func- tional, legally recognized, non-profit group. Brad Harrub Teen 2 for 1 Session: Before You Go to College, BA M-072 Teens Let's Talk about Fraternities or Sororities. Eric Owens Teen 2 for 1 Session: God Loves You More BA M-138 Teens than You Could Possibly Understand Chuck Preachers’ Eary Bird: Some Features of Logos BD M-205 Technology Webster Bible Software 5:00-8:00pm Celine Sparks PTP Children's VBS VBS Children 6–9 Brint Rice PTP Camp EH C Children 10-12 5:30-5:50pm Mike Vestal PTP Kick-off: On Holy Ground.◊ B C M-203 General/ Combined 6:00-6:45pm Joe Wells Be Aware – Agendas Facing America. When HC M-210 Youth Workers Israel stood on Jordan’s banks ready to enter Canaan, God said they were to be different from the Canaanites. This lesson addresses the changes our nation has undergone, the agendas pushing for change, and our need to be different. Kyle Butt Invincible: Nothing’s Going to Get Me Down HD M-017 Teens (Philippians 4:13) Cindy Colley Joy in the Journey: The Poverty Striken B A W-022 Women 1 Millionaires (Matthew 5:3) David Lipe He Took My Burdens All Away B BC M-115 Keynote/General Steve Marriage Enrichment: How to Go Home from B D M-079 Marriage/ Higginbotham This Week with a Better Relationship Family Michael A NASA Scientist Looks at the Age of the M CD M-096 Evidences Houts Earth: You Can Trust Your Bible (1) 24
  • 25. PTP SCHEDULE FRIDAY, AUGUST 12 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 7:00-7:45pm Wesley A Ready Answer: Do Miracles Occur Today? HC M-183 Evangelism/ Simons How to answer common arguments made in Missions favor of modern day miracles. Teah Beginning Homeschool: Where Do I Start to HD W-041 Women McWhorter Get Where I Want to Go ◊ Homeschool Sheila Butt Joy in the Journey: Nice Girls Finish First BA W-013 Women 1 (Matthew 5:5) Joe Wells Incredible (God Is Amazing) BB M-214 Teens Evidences Michael Is It Nothing to You? Keeping our hearts soft B C M-180 Preachers/ Shepherd and our passion for souls strong. Members B.J. Clarke Hot Button Issues: The Authority of the Bible B D M-022 Elders/Deacons Jeremy Pate Graduating from Church? An Honest Look at M B M-143 Youth Workers Transitioning High School Grads Joe Williams How to Help People Dealing With Cancer M CD M-218 Marriage/Family 8:00-8:45pm Jason A Doctor Looks at Medical Issues in the HC M-129 Digging Deeper McKeown Bible. Evidences of inspiration from the Bible's contents regarding health and dis- ease. Dr. McKeown is a UAB anesthesiologist and member of the Hoover church of Christ. Matt Jones Youth Late Night Singing HD Teens Glenn and Marriage and Family Counseling (call ahead HRL Counseling Cindy Colley to schedule an appointment ) Sessions Jane Joy in the Journey: The Happy Mourners B A W-058 Women 1 Washington (Matthew 5:4) Gary Back in the Closet: Practical Advice for B B M-061 Spiritual Growth Hampton Improving Personal Prayer Alan Highers The Rise and Fall of Denominationalism (1): B C M-088 Keynote/General The New Testament Church Steve How to Have a Successful Blog M B M-078 Technology Higginbotham Melvin Sapp Success, God's Way: Decide—The Power of a M CD M-160 Deacons/ Winning Attitude Members 9:00-9:30pm Late Night Singing B CD Keynote/General Jerry Youth Late Night Devo: A Pure Vessel— EH M-001 Teens Anderson What Do Mustard and a Wedding Dress Have in Common? 9:30-11:00pm Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Get Acquainted/Fun ‘N’ Games EH Teens PolishingThePulpit.com | 25
  • 26. SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 8:00-10:45am Glenn and Marriage and Family Counseling (call or HRL Counseling Cindy Colley check at registration for appointment) Sessions 8:00-8:45am Cliff The Spritual Discipline of Solitude B A M-053 Spiritual Goodwin Growth 8:45-11:45am Celine Sparks PTP Children's VBS EH VBS Children 6-9 Brint Rice PTP Camp EH C Children 10-12 9:00-9:45am Jason A Doctor Looks at Medical Issues in the Bible HC M-130 Digging Deeper McKeown (2) Johnnie At the Feet of Gamaliel—Paul in Public HD M-112 Teens LeMaster School: What We Can Learn for Today (1) Janie Craun A Recipe for Peace (1). Studies in the Book B A W-025 Women 1 of Philippians. The need for a spiritual 'cook- book' in dealing with the issues of life. Marlene A Nurse Looks at Chronic Fatigue B B W-036 Women Special Howell Interest Kyle Panel: Here Is What We Do, It Might Work B C M-246 Members and Massengale for You—Bible Study Methods/Ideas/ Evangelism/ Loy Mitchell Suggestions Missions Matt Richardson Melvin Sapp David Lipe Hot Button Issues: The History of the B D M-117 Elders/Deacons Instrument of Music in Churches of Christ Sam Dilbeck Using InDesign to Design Church Publications M B M-038 Technology Kyle Butt Does Mark 16:9–20 Belong in the Bible? M CD M-012 Digging Deeper 10:00-10:45am Roy Williams My Advice to Parents of Athletes . . . Roy serves HC M-219 Marriage/ as a preacher, school assistant principal, Family coaches high school sports, and, as a parent, has had daughters on championship teams. Mike Vestal Homiletics: From "Thus Saith the Lord" HD M-201 Preachers’ to "Thou Art the Man" (The Necessity of Breakout Application in Preaching).◊ Kathy In a "If You’ve Got It, Flaunt It" World, Is B A W-047 Women 1 Pollard Modesty a Thing of the Past? Mothers Teen Girls Joe Wells Men's Issues/The Tough Stuff: Be Alert. Based B B M-215 Youth Workers on Ephesians 6, this lesson looks at Satan’s Arrows. Just how much is the media in our lives? Fathers/Teen What is coming across as entertainment? Boys 26
  • 27. PTP SCHEDULE SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 10:00-10:45am Alan Highers The Rise and Fall of Denominationalism (2): BC M-089 Preachers/ The Great Apostasy Members Gary Elder's Skills: Striking the Balance BD M-059 Elders Hampton between Delegation, Accountability, and Micro-management Eddie Deacons That Deliver. Practical suggestions M B M-139 Deacons Parrish for doing your work diligently, efficiently, and joyfully. Luverne The Importance of Family Bible Time M CD W-051 Women Small Shepherd Group 11:00-11:45am Jeremy Pate Creative VBS Ideas. Jeremy has a degree in HC M-140 Youth Workers Graphic Design/Illustration and shows how Deacons to incorporate design into ministry. Preachers’ Breakout Kyle Butt Indecent: What If Girls Don't Dress Modestly? HD M-013 Teen Boys Cindy Colley Modesty Fashion Show B A W-023 Teen Girls Mothers Renita How to Treat People in the Workplace B B W-004 Women Special Archey Interest Jason Practical Tips on Taking Care of the Spirit's B C M-131 Preachers McKeown Temple. A doctor's advice on how preach- ers and others can lead a healthy lifestyle. Includes a weight loss plan. David Lipe Hot Button Issues: Questions Related to B D M-116 Elders Baptism Jerry Martin Counseling Basics. Who, when, and how M B M-124 Ministry to be a first responder to those facing life's challenges. Jerry L. Martin, PhD, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). ◊ ¤ Michael A NASA Scientist Looks at the Age of the M CD M-097 Evidences Houts Earth: You Can Trust Your Bible (2) 12:00-5:00pm Matt Wallin Teen Trip to Ober Gatlinburg ($27 ticket). O GA Teens Parents meet group at Gatlinburg skylift at 1:00 p.m. No meals included, so eat on way. 1:30-2:15pm Wesley Tentmakers: Weekly Scheduling; Avoiding B C M-186 Preachers Simons Burnout. Tentmaker sessions are for preach- ers who work secular jobs and also serve congregations as ministers. 1:30-3:30pm Melissa Homeschool Bonus: Advice on Curriculum HC W-059 Women Webster Homeschool PolishingThePulpit.com | 27
  • 28. SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 1:30-3:30pm Burt Jones Songleading School B A M-109 Ministry Randy Duke Seminar: Finding Employment in a Tough M CD M-040 Ministry Economy. Randy covers the employment process, resume writing, interviewing tips, and finding the right fit. Good for individuals looking for that next job or for congregational Marriage/ leaders looking for their next staff person. Family Book Room Open EH General 2:30-3:15pm Sam Dilbeck Tentmakers: Microwave Sermon Prep Can BC M-039 Members Still Produce a Healthy Congregation Jeanny and Demo: Ellison Die Cuts (Make and Take) EH T Bible Teachers Kellee Gilpin 3:30-4:15pm Jeff Archey Tentmakers: Work Arrangements with Con- BC M-007 Preachers gregation, Opportunities to Grow, Family Life 5:45-6:00pm Congregational Singing B BC General/ Combined 5:45-9:45pm Rushmores PTP Children's Classes VBS Children 6–9 Brint Rice PTP Camp EH C Children 10-12 6:00-6:45pm Loy Mitchell Meditations for the Lord's Supper. Multiple HC M-134 Spiritual Growth devotionals to use in the Lord's Supper to add depth and variety. Cindy Colley Joy in the Journey. Happy Are the Hungry B A W-019 Women 1 (Matthew 5:6) Alan Highers Why Are There So Many Churches? The Rise B BC M-090 Keynote/General and Fall of Denominationalism (3): The Origin of Denominationalism Brad Harrub American Idol(s) B D M-067 Teens Greymere Forum: Here's What We Do, It Might Work M CD M-241 Elders Eldership for You 7:00-7:45pm Dan Winkler Loving God with All My Heart B BC M-223 Keynote/General Kyle Butt Inhibitions: The Importance of a Trained, B D M-016 Teens Monitored Conscience Wesley What to Do if you have a Child, Friend, or M CD M-187 Ministry Simons Church Member Go to Prison 7:00-9:00pm Glenn and Marriage and Family Counselling (call or MB Counseling Cindy Colley check at registration for appointment) Sessions 8:00-8:45pm Joe Wells Be Engaged—The Sexualization of America. HC M-211 Youth Workers A major problem facing ours culture is the sexualizing of girls and training boys to look at girls as sex objects. 28
  • 29. PTP SCHEDULE SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 8:00-8:45pm Janie Craun A Recipe for Peace (2): Studies in the Book BA W-026 Women 1 of Philippians. Seven key ingredients every woman needs in her spiritual pantry. Brad Harrub Sex Issues/The Tough Stuff: Contraception BB M-071 Marriage/ (Married Couples Only) Family Burt Jones Islam: A Threat on the Horizon. The clash of BC M-105 Preachers cultures—Christianity through the eyes of a Muslim in light of history and current events. David Lipe Elder's Skills: Practical Advice on Handling BD M-114 Elders Conflict David Don't Overlook the Obvious: Evangelism M B M-174 Small Church Shearer Grows Small Churches into Large Ones. ◊ Melvin Sapp Success, God's Way: Synergize—Together M CD M-162 Deacons Everyone Accomplishes More Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Singing CY Teens 9:00-9:30pm Kyle Butt Inescapable: Judgment Day Is Coming EH M-015 Teens 9:30-11:00pm Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Basketball/Fun ‘N' Games EH Teens PTP SCHEDULE SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 8:30-9:15am Cindy Colley The Women of Judges--Living a Spiritual Life B A W-024 Women 1 in a Material World. Keeping the world at bay; setting priorities in time use, faithful atten- dance, entertainment choices, and fashion. Cliff Goodwin The Discipline of Fasting BD M-051 Church/Class/ Spirtual Growth 9:30-10:15am Teah Babies MA Church/ McWhorter Children's Bible April 2s/3s MB Classes Meacham Jeanny and 4 year olds/Kindergarten MC Kellee Gilpin Diane Winkler First Grade MD Kelli Barker Second/Third Grade HD 2 Kyle Gilpin Fourth/Fifth Grades HD 1
  • 30. SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 9:30-10:15am Kyle Butt Inevitable: Life Is Full of Changes. Get Ready, B A M-014 Church/Teen God Will Go with You Bible Class Michael A NASA Scientist Looks at the Stars (Psalm 19) HC M-098 Church/Bible Houts Class B.J. Clarke God Wants to Give Us Joy, But He Doesn’t B BC M-021 Always Want Us to be Happy Dwight When the Rooster Crows. This lesson will BD M-047 Fuqua encourage you. 9:00-9:45am Alan Highers Great Bible Chapters: Blessed Is the Man ScC M-084 Church/Bible (Psalm 1) Class 10:00-11:00am Alan Highers The Rise and Fall of Denominationalism (4): ScC M-091 Church/Worship The Restoration Principle 10:00-10:45am Burt Jones Islam: A Threat on the Horizon. This class ex- SKcC M-106 Church/Bible amines the declared Jihad against America Class in light of history and current events. 11:00-12:00am Brad Harrub Heart of the Matter—How to Prevent Your SKcC M-069 Church/Worship Child from Becoming the Next Statistic 12:00-1:30pm Free Fellowship Meal. All PTPers are invited to SKcC worship at South Knoxville and stay for lunch. 9:30-10:20am Michael Great Bible Chapters: God’s Final Words— GcC M-179 Church/Bible Shepherd Revelation 22 Class 10:30-11:30am Michael Worship Service. Sermon: Can We All GcC M-178 Church/Worship Shepherd Understand the Bible Alike? 10:45-11:30am Dan Winkler Worship Service. Sermon: Loving God with BBCD M-225 Church/Worship All my Soul 4:00-5:00pm Eddy and Marriage and Famiy Counseling (call or check MA Counseling Jeanny Gilpin at registration for appointment) Sessions 5:00-5:40pm B.J. Clarke You're Driving Me Crazy! Getting past differ- BC M-026 Marriage/Family ences to enjoy a healthy and happy marriage. 5:40-6:00pm Congregational Singing BC General/ Combined 6:00-6:45pm Alan Highers The Consequences of Sin B BC M-087 Church/Worship Dan Winkler Great Bible Chapters: 1 Corinthians 15—Up GcC M-221 Church/Worship from the Grave Michael All Leafed Out and No Fruit to Give (Mark ScC M-177 Church/Worship Shepherd 11:13) 7:00-7:45pm Tim Nuts and Bolts: Ideas that Work in Small HC M-181 Deacons Shoulders Congregations Small Church Sheila Butt Joy in the Journey: Happy Are the Bridge B A W-011 Women 1 Builders (Matthew 5:9) 30
  • 31. PTP SCHEDULE SUNDAY, AUGUST 14 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 7:00-7:45pm Mike Vestal The Ultimate Portrait of God: The Father in the B BC M-204 Keynote/General Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32) David Tomorrow's Preachers/Critical Today: Producing BD M-171 Preachers' Shannon Ministers. How many young men from your Breakout congregation are studying the Bible to enter full-time ministry? Are you intentional or Elders’ Breakout indifferent about it? Lets consider a model that intentionally leads young men toward fulfilling Teen Boys their place in ministry (I Peter 4:10). Youth Workers Glenn Colley Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding: Small M CD Elders Group Problem-Solving 8:00-8:45pm Phil Sanders Homiletics: Extending the Invitation HC M-156 Preachers’ Breakout David Here's What We Do, It Might Work for You. A HD M-176 Small Church Shearer discussion of essentials for effective evange- lism and proven ideas gleaned from many.◊ Cindy Colley A Christian Woman's Behavior toward the BA W-014 Women 1 Opposite Sex Steve Parents, Teens, and Sex: What to Say, and BB M-080 Parents/ Higginbotham When (Adults only) Marriage/Family Gary Homiletics: Improving Sermon Delivery BC M-060 Preachers Hampton Youth Workers Glenn Colley Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding: BD M-233 Elders Presentation of Solutions Jeff Archey Nuts and Bolts: Reach Out—A Simple But M CD M-006 Deacons Effective Visitation Program. “Reach Out” began as a Wednesday class; now has 12 teams congregation-wide. It consists of the “3 Cs”: (1) Send cards to guests; (2) call members missed Sunday, and (3) contact guests with a visit. It works for our elderly and shut-ins. Aim to respond THAT week. 8:00-9:30pm Caleb Colley Youth Late Night: Bowling BCT Teens 8:15-8:45pm Joe Wells Don't Let Life Bowl You Over BCT M-213 Teens PolishingThePulpit.com | 31
  • 32. MONDAY, AUGUST 15 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 7:30-8:15am Dan Winkler Early Bird: Rising a Great While Before Day, BD M-220 Members Jesus Went Forth to Pray 8:15-11:15am Celine Sparks PTP Children's VBS VBS Children 6-9 Brint Rice PTP Camp EH C Children 10-12 8:30-9:15am Cindy Colley Avoiding Relationships with Abusive Guys. HC W-015 Teen Girls How to see the signs of unhealthy behavior. Mark Teske How to Treat a Girl with Respect (so you will HD M-194 Teen Boys gain her respect) 8:30-9:10am David Fruitful Principles for Fantastic Relationships B BC M-164 Combined/ Shannon (Galatians 5:22-26) (1). Let’s get beyond the Keynote fluff and down to the substance of strong re- lationships. Producing the fruit of the Spirit is Marriage and what creates strong, lasting relationships. Our Family souls, marriages, and children depend on it. Donna Widows: The Challenges M CD W-032 Women Widows Faughn 9:30-10:15am Burt Jones The Story of Islam: Trail of Blood HC M-110 Evangelism and Missions Todd Clippard Should Christians Drink Beer? HD M-027 Members/Teens Teah Teach Them to Know God—A NEW BA W-043 Bible Teachers McWhorter Workshop for Teachers #1. Theme: Old Testament Heroes. Visuals and storytelling April techniques to bring students of all ages from Meacham facts to "what does it mean to me?" ◊ ¤ Irene Taylor Help! My Husband's the Preacher. Where BB W-053 Women 1 wives can go for help and encouragement other than the Bible or lectureships. Mike Winkler Homiletics: How to Effectively Illustrate a Sermon BC M-230 Preachers Jerry Martin Elder to Elder: Helping Members Find Their BD M-126 Elders/Deacons Place in the Work ◊ ¤ Dale Podcasting: How to Get Started, Gain MB M-104 Technology Jenkins Traction, Maintain, and Florish Joe Wells Be Equipped. A serious look at two areas: M CD M-212 Youth Workers family and personal integrity 10:30-11:15am Brad Harrub End of Life Decisions—What about feeding HC M-075 Ethics tubes, advance directives, and pulling the plug? Glenn Colley Sex Issues/The Tough Stuff: Infidelity (1). HD M-031 Marriage/Family This lesson includes strategies for rebuilding a marriage. (Adults only) 32
  • 33. PTP SCHEDULE MONDAY, AUGUST 15 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 10:30-11:15am Teah Teach Them to Know God—A NEW BA W-044 Bible Teachers McWhorter Workshop for Teachers #2. Theme: Jesus, My April Jesus. Visuals and storytelling techniques Meacham ◊¤ Evelyn The Power of a Praying Woman BB W-003 Women 1 Apple Cliff Panel/Younger Teach the Older: Let the BC M-243 Preachers Goodwin Young Men Dream Dreams. Cliff, Todd, and Todd Rob will each speak fifteen minutes and Clippard give his vision of what God can do in this Teens generation. ◊ ¤ Rob Whitacre B.J. Clarke Don't Quit Now. Most of the Great Things BD M-020 Elders Accomplished in the World Are Done by Tired Preachers’ People Breakout Jeremy Pate Family-Oriented Youth Ministry. The session MA M-141 Youth Workers deals with the philosophical/biblical approach. Adam Taming Your E-mail: Practical Advice to M B M-045 Technology Faughn Utilize E-mail Matt Vega Admissibility of the Gospel Narratives. Test M CD M-195 Evidences first four New Testament books against an- cient documents and parole evidence rules. Sandwich Sandwich sessions are for those who eat a quick bite in their rooms Sessions (or get fast food) while others take a longer break off site. 12:45-1:15pm Teah Sandwich Session: Teach Them to Know God BA W-042 Bible Teachers McWhorter –A NEW Workshop for Bible Class Teachers #3. Theme: “What do I do with the babies?” April Nursery/cradle roll demonstration and discus- Meacham sion of effective birth – two-year-olds classes. ◊ B.J. Clarke Sandwich Session: Distracted by Good B BC M-023 General/ Things--Regain Your Family's Focus Combined 1:30-2:15pm David Bounce Class: Bounce ideas, programs, HC M-163 Youth Workers Shannon problems off David and each other Todd Why Affairs Happen. The causes of affairs; HD M-028 Marriage/Family Clippard measures to prevent them. (Adults Only) Kathy Toolbox: Let Us Mark Our Bibles (101). The BA W-049 Women 1 Pollard 101 class is for first-timers. It explains how to mark the Bible, and covers basic topics such as a Sinful Past and the Plan of Salvation. Michael Ingenious: Look Around, God's Fingerprints BB M-099 Teens Houts Are Everywhere Evidences PolishingThePulpit.com | 33
  • 34. MONDAY, AUGUST 15 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 1:30-2:15pm Alan Great Men of the Restoration: BC M-085 Preachers/ Highers N. B. Hardeman Members Matt Vega What Advice Should We Give Members with B D M-198 Elders/Deacons Legal Problems? Dale Read Faster, Read Smarter, Read More MA M-103 Preachers’ Jenkins Breakout Moises American Churches Starting a Hispanic Ministry. MB M-147 Ministry Pinedo This class is in English and covers what English-speaking congregations should expect when looking to start a Hispanic ministry. Irene Taylor A Deeper Life. Making Time for Prayer and M CD W-052 Women Small Devotion in the Busy Years of Life Group Diane Watch Me Teach. Teachers/mothers observe VBS Children 6–9/ Winkler how to implement effective techniques. Bible Teachers Bonnie Outreach Awareness Class EH C Girls Ages Rushmore 10–12 1:30-4:15pm Kirk Future Preachers’ Workshop. For boys ages EH T Boys Ages Brothers 10–14; will involve learning how to prepare 10–14 and deliver sermons and devotionals. 2:15-3:15pm Louis Bible Geography VBS VBS Children 6–8 Rushmore 2:30-3:15pm Glenn Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Sex Issues/The HC M-244 Youth Workers Colley Tough Stuff: The Family Computer, Laptops, and Smartphones (Successful Strategies) Dalton Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Some Ideas that HC M-244 Gilreath Work for Us in College Ministry Allan Lay Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How I Teach HC M-244 Abstinence in the Public School Jeremy Pate Seven Minutes of Wisdom: What I've Learned HC M-244 in my Ten Years of Youth/Family Ministry Ricky Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How Youth HC M-244 Phillips Ministers and Pulpit Ministers (and Families) Can Have Great Relationships Wade Seven Minutes of Wisdom: The Most Useful HC M-244 Webster Books in My Library Donna Role Reversal: Children Caring for Aging Parents HD W-031 Women Special Faughn Interest Sheila Butt How to Conduct a Bible Study with a BA W-010 Women 1 Non-Christian 34
  • 35. PTP SCHEDULE MONDAY, AUGUST 15 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 2:30-3:15pm Luke Griffin Inscrutable: A Librarian Looks at BB M-057 Teens Numerology in the Bible. This class will cover conventional, rhetorical, symbolic, and Evidences mystical use of numbers in the Bible. ◊ B.J. Clarke The Preacher’s Personal Life (1): Ministry’s BC M-024 Preachers Deadly Undertow (the deadly Ds of debt, depression, divorce, and disobedience) Midway Here's What We Do, It Might Work for You ◊ BD M-242 Elders/Deacons Eldership Eric Lyons 40/40 Class: The Moral Argument for God ¤ MA M-118 Youth Workers/ Parents Jeff Archey 40/40 Class: Planning Sermons without MB M-008 Preachers’ Panicking. Through my years in business I Breakout learned the keyword that helps in all plan- ning and scheduling. The word is “flexibility.” Melvin Success, God's Way: Prioritize—Do First M CD M-161 Members/ Sapp Things First Deacons Bonnie Bible Geography EH C Girls 10-12 Rushmore 3:30-4:15pm Brint Rice PTP Youth Camp VBS Children 6–9 Rushmores Buckets of Bible Time EH C Girls 10-12 3:30-4:15pm S. Higginbo- Command to Culture: Colossian 3:9 HC M-077 Marriage/ tham (Lie Not One to Another) Family/Members Eric Owens Get Your Own Faith HD M-137 Teens Renita The Upside of the Downside: Growing in the BA W-005 Women 1 Archey Difficult Stretches of Life Alan Martin Work Hard/Play Hard. Creative Ways to BB M-123 Preachers’ Find Cheap Vacations. Never overpay for a Breakout vacation again. Take a Disney cruise with a family of four for under $500. Take a "free" Carribean vacation (by renting your house). Tricks for getting lowest prices on affordable vacations, cruises, air fares, and Disney. PolishingThePulpit.com | 35
  • 36. MONDAY, AUGUST 15 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 3:30-4:15pm Daniel Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Smartphone Apps BC M-245 Preachers/Youth Howell for Ministry Ministers Mark Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How to Take BC M-245 Howell Notes and Mark Your Bible During a Sermon Melvin Otey Seven Minutes of Wisdom: A Simple Formula BC M-245 for Sharing the Gospel Eddie Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Planned BC M-245 Parrish Preaching/Surveying a Congregation Matt Vega Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How to Go about BC M-245 Setting Up a Will Joe Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How to Stay at a BC M-245 Williams Congregation for a Long Ministry ◊ Ron Seven Minutes of Wisdom: How I Handle a BC M-245 Williams Church Member Counseling Session ◊ David Overseers: A Larger Vision—What God Can BD M-170 Elders Shannon Do with One Congregation. Let’s move from keeping house to accomplishing as much as we can to His glory before Jesus comes. Michael 40/40 Class: The Cosmological Argument for MA M-095 Digging Deeper Houts the Existence of God Bob 40/40 Class: Writing Articles/Responses for MB M-151 Ministry Prichard the Local Newspaper Sami Showing Children that Christianity Is the Most M CD W-045 Women Small Nicholas Fun Life: Rules, Respect, and Roaring Laughter Group Dale Jenkins Meet and Greet Zone: Churches Looking for FC Elders Preachers/Preachers Looking for Churches. Preachers Bring resumes/job descriptions. Invite some- one to supper with you (on site or off). Youth Workers 4:30-5:30pm Jerry/Denise Marriage and Family Counseling (call or go by MA Counseling Martin registration for appointment) Sessions 6:30-7:00pm Burt Jones Congregational Singing BC General 7:00-7:45pm Melvin Sapp Small Church/Big Plans: Grooming Men and HC M-159 Small Church a Congregation for an Eldership Dan Winkler Loving God with All My Strength B ABC M-226 Church/Worship Glenn Colley Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding— BD Elders Small Group Problem-Solving Adam How to Use Twitter for Spiritual Purposes MA M-043 Technology Faughn Jenetta May What I Have Learned about Handling Grief MB W-039 Women Special (1)◊ ¤ Interest 36
  • 37. PTP SCHEDULE MONDAY, AUGUST 15 Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 7:00-7:45pm Daniel Practical Ideas that Work in Small M CD M-100 Small Church Howell Congregations 8:00-8:20pm Caleb Colley Youth Late Night: Singing EH Teens 8:00-8:45pm Burt Jones Islam: A Threat on the Horizon. The status HC M-108 Evangelism/ of Muslim women with regard to love, mar- Missions riage, and property. Melvin Sapp Is the Church the Lord Established on the HD M-158 Missions/ Earth Tonight? Evangelism Cindy Colley Joy in the Journey: Happy Are Those with BA W-021 Women 1 Enlarged Hearts (Matthew 5:8) B.J. Clarke Working without Elders: Make the Best out BB M-025 Small Church of a Less than Ideal Situation Alan Highers Hot Button Issues: The Role of Women BC M-086 Keynote Glenn Colley Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding— BD M-234 Elders Presentation of Solutions Cliff A Session of Prayer. Come with a prayer MA Goodwin request, or just to pray. Cliff will moderate while men pray for the lost, the brother- hood, offer supplications and intercessions, and give God praise. Matt Vega 40/40: The Credibility of the Gospel MB M-196 Evidences Witnesses. How we know the Gospel writers were honest, capable, consistent, and how to best explain all circumstantial evidence. Texas How to Use Visualized Bible Study Series for M CD M-188 Evangelism/ Stevens Greatest Effect. Texas and Jule Miller com- Missions bined their talents to produce this filmstrip/ DVD, which has been the staple brotherhood evangelism tool for over fifty years and which has led to thousands of baptisms. ◊ 8:20-9:00pm Todd Youth Late Night: Incompatible—Why You EH M-029 Teens Clippard Should Only Marry a Christian 9:00-10:00pm Matt Jones Youth Late Night: Basketball/Fun ‘N’ Games EH Teens 9:00-9:45pm Eddy Gilpin Sword Sharpening. Class members share M CD M-237 Preachers’ skeleton sermon outlines Breakout PolishingThePulpit.com | 37
  • 38. TUESDAY, AUGUST 16 PTP SCHEDULE Time Presenter Topic Room CD Track 7:30-8:15am Cliff Goodwin Early Bird: The Spiritual Discipline of Prayer BC M-054 Preachers Jerry Martin Early Bird: Elder to Elder/Training Church BD M-125 Elders/Deacons Leaders to Be Counselors ¤ ◊ 8:15-11:15am Celine Sparks PTP Children's Classes VBS Children 6-9 Brint Rice PTP Camp EH C Children 10-12 8:30-9:15am Ed Melott If It's Rotten, Throw It Out. Being a teenager is HD M-132 Teens no excuse for having a bad attitude. 8:30-9:10am David Fruitful Principles for Fantastic Relationships B BC M-165 Keynote Shannon (Galatians 5:22-26) (2) Marriage/Family Rose Crayton Widows: The Opportunities (for service) M CD W-028 Women/Widows 9:30-10:15am Jaime Harper Addictions—Restoring Sanity: The Reality HC M-065 Deacons of Struggles, Hardships, Dysfunctions, and Addictions in the Church. The importance of knowing what is behind smiling faces and Ministry warm handshakes on Sunday morning (1). Glenn Colley Sex Issues/The Tough Stuff: Infidelity (2). HD M-032 Marriage This lesson includes dealing with the anger. (Adults only) Sheila Butt "Help! My Daughter's Dating a Non-Christian! BA W-006 Women 1 How can I guide her without driving her away?" Eric Lyons Inconceivable: A Universe without a Maker ¤ BB M-121 Teens/Evidences Wesley A Ready Answer: Questions/Passages BC M-185 Members/ Simons Dealing with Common Arguments Made in Evangelism/ Favor of the Instrument Missions Mike Winkler Overseeing the Staff—Practical Advice for BD M-231 Elders/Church Church Secretaries and Office Workers. How Secretaries Elders Can Help Develop an Atmosphere of Productivity and Camaraderie Jeff Archey 40/40 Class: How to Start a Prom Alternative M A M-005 Deacons Youth Workers Robert R. Balancing Local Work with Meeting/ M B M-189 Preachers' Taylor, Jr. Lectureship Schedules Breakout Teresa Taylor The Elder's Wife as a Counselor M CD W-054 Women Gilpins Chalking for Teachers (Make and Take) EH T Bible Teachers 10:30-11:15am Jaime Harper Addictions—Restoring Sanity: Overcoming HC M-063 Deacons/ Real Life Struggles Through Godly Solutions. Ministry An introduction to a Christ-centered recovery program, based on Biblical truth (2) ¤ ◊ 38