2012 ELCA Senior Pastor's Conference
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Scott Vaughan Communications believes that every church in every community is unique, was created by the Holy Spirit, and belongs to God. Successful churches are those that embrace vertical and horizontal communication strategies, building relationships with God (vertical) and others (horizontal). Scott will explore effective strategies for existing members and effective strategies for welcoming the new. |
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Beth Lewis leadership has literally transformed the Augsburg Fortress from being on life support to being an vibrant & effective publishing enterprise for a new century. She will explore trends from Gutenberg to Google and beyond. Her keen marketing analysis enables congregations to benefit from developing trends and new ministry opportunities. |
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Dr Andy Root joined Luther Seminary in 2005 as
assistant professor of youth and family ministry. His ministry
experience includes being a gang prevention counselor in Los
Angeles, youth outreach directed in a congregation, staff member
of Young Life, and a confirmation teacher. He has also been a
research fellow for Princeton Theological Seminary's Faith
Practices Project. He will speak to effective ways to
reach and relate to generations that are absent from many
churches. |
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Thursday |
Bishop Mark Hanson is the ELCA Presiding Bishop. Mark and Ione Hanson are active participants throughout the conference. Bishop Hanson shares reflections and open discussion on Thursday morning. |
