Ministerial Development Institute

Ministerial Development Institute

May 21-23,2010

We are pleased to announce a special event for ministers in Tennessee. “Ministerial Development Institute” will be held May 21-23, 2010 at Camp Hickory Hills in Dickson.

This event is for newly licensed ministers, ministers in training, and ministers new to the Church of God of Prophecy. However, all pastors and ministers would benefit from the training available. Senior/Lead pastors are encouraged to bring individuals feeling a call to ministry plus those whom they mentor.

Emphasis for this MDI will be on ministerial ethics. Study material will include “The 10”, provided by Cornerstone Institute of Ethics. (www.cornerstoneethics.org) Featured guest instructor will be Bishop Adrian L. Varlack, Sr. from International Offices in Cleveland.

“MDI” will run simultaneously with the “Nexus” camp. Both groups will share meals and free times. Classes will be held in separate locations on the grounds. They will worship together on Saturday evening with Bishop Varlack speaking.

Cost for first-time attendees is FREE. Registration for returning participants is $25.00

Pastors accompanying ministers from their church may also attend free of charge. Those wishing to attend and audit MDI are asked to pay $25.00 to cover expenses.

Please mark these dates on your calendar and plan to attend. These events in the past have received very positive feed-back. We feel this week-end will be very beneficial to the ministry of Tennessee.

Opportunity for registration will be made available very soon. If you have a minister from your local church you wish included in the invitation list, please send their name, address, and email as soon as possible.

Any questions should be directed to londajoy@aol.com. God bless you.

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