Mid-Cities Chapter Join us as we get to know each other better through prayer and sharing together.  This new and improved chapter will be your “life line” in ministry this year! Each meeting is held at a local restaurant in Lakewood (around Lakewood Mall)11:30am-1:00pm September 24 “Don’t Do This Alone!” Come and join us as we discuss networking tools and ideas to help you find support in ministry. California Pizza Kitchen   ***Let us TREAT You!   October 22 “Connect with YOUR community” How are you doing at connecting with and meeting needs of those in your community.  Mimi’s Cafe   November 19 “Serve and Give Back” How can we teach our kids to serve others wholeheartedly.  Come and get a list of where you can bring your kids to serve. Marie Calendars   December No Meeting   January 28 “HOLY HOLIDAYS!” How did you THRIVE during the holidays and what are you doing to prepare for the ones to come? East Side Mario’s   February 25 “A Day of REFRESHMENT” Share in a special day just for you and our Mid-Cities chapter.  We will rest, relax and be encouraged to stay in ministry for the long haul. GLEN IVY March 25 “Preparing your kids’ hearts for Easter (and yours too!)” Elephant Bar   April 22 “Choices…. Summer Programming” What are you doing for Summer?  Come and get ideas and network to find others who are doing what you are.  Let’s share supplies! Choice of Restaurants in the Corner Bakery Center May 27 “First Timer Follow up” What tools do you use to follow up on first time kids in your ministry? Chili’s

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11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.

October 18, 2007

"Reaching the Edges"

Ministering to the pre-schoolers and
pre-teens! How do we make our edges feel like the center of our ministries and make sure that every age group feels important?

Location:
Bethany Church
2250 Clark Ave.
Long Beach, Ca. 90815

11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.

.November 15, 2007

"Clean Sweep Your Ministry"

What would we see if we visited your office, classrooms or storage areas? Do you have VBS props from 3 years ago? Be a part of a round table discussion regarding when to keep, when to toss and when to give away! Just for fun, bring a current picture of your desk to compare!!

Location:
Bethany Church
2250 Clark Ave.
Long Beach, Ca. 90815

11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.

No Meeting in December
Merry Christmas!

January 17, 2008

"Discipleship: How deep are their roots?"

How are you helping kids not only come to know Jesus, but really grow deeper? Bring samples of how you are developing roots to their beliefs so that when the storm comes their faith will not fall.

Location:
Bethany Church
2250 Clark Ave.
Long Beach, Ca. 90815

11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.

February 21, 2008

"A Day of REFRESHMENT"

Come and share in a special day designed just for you and our Mid-Cities chapter. We will rest, relax and be encouraged as we talk about staying in ministry for the long haul.
(This event will take place at Johanna Townsend's house in Newport Beach)

9am-2pm

March 20, 2008

"Wishin' for a Mission"

How do we get our kids to love and value missions. Come hear Scott Foster, a champion in missions, speak about getting missions into your ministry. There are lots of practical ways to do this with kids & families.

Location:
Bethany Church
2250 Clark Ave.
Long Beach, Ca. 90815

11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.

April 17, 2008

"Volunteers - How to Live the Adventure"

How do you handle the awesome task of finding the right people for the right job? How do you encourage and support those serving alongside you in Children's Ministry. Bring your best ideas and be ready to share.

Location:
Bethany Church
2250 Clark Ave.
Long Beach, Ca. 90815

11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.

May 15, 2008

"It's the Start of Something New"
No child wants to be a lone ranger, come and share ideas on how to foster authentic friendships between the children in your ministry area.

Location:
Bethany Church
2250 Clark Ave.
Long Beach, Ca. 90815

11:30am-1:00pm
Lunch will be provided for you at each of our meetings. If you are not a member of CCMA, we welcome you to join us. We ask that non members pay a 7.00 fee to cover lunch.