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“...that we may present everyone mature in Christ” Colossians 1:28 ESV North American Baptist Conference Triennial 2018 EDMONTON, ALBERTA
TRIENNIAL 2018 Dear NAB family, The theme of the 2018 Triennial is “Shaped for Mission.” Together we will explore and discover In the last two years, my wife and I have how God’s Spirit can and is shaping His church to celebrated with our two children as they both join His mission in this world. We will remember journeyed through graduations from university to how God’s Word reminds us that God is the engagements and weddings. These mountaintop master artisan, placing His skilled hands on the experiences created opportunities to gather family clay of our lives and forming—and sometimes and friends together for great joy and fanfare. reforming and transforming—us into something Desiring for many to enjoy the achievements of beautiful for His purposes. Like the apostle Paul, our children, we threw parties. We sent invitations we come together with a desire to proclaim Christ, and people gathered. Loved ones told stories— to pronounce His wisdom, and to present everyone both embarrassing and embraceable—that fully formed—or mature—in Christ. “We proclaim highlighted a lifetime of memorable relationships. Him, warning and teaching everyone with all While we as hosts served up considerable helpings wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature of food and fun, those loved ones connected with in Christ” (Colossians 1:28 ESV). our kids laughed and hugged and cried, and then laughed and hugged and cried some more. For This Triennial will be a special time of gathering us, these times were beautiful. Older generations and celebrating with others from NAB churches in taught lessons to the younger, and the young in Canada and the US, as well as with international turn infused a zest for life into all. Though our missionaries and ministry partners from around wallets are now emptier, our hearts are fuller the world. Your hearts will be encouraged by knowing that great love was poured upon our authentic community as you refresh long-standing family on those special days. friendships and forge new ones. Your voices will join in worship and praise, and you will hear God’s Every three years, the NAB family gathers for a truth communicated clearly and passionately. You celebration. For a few days, we gather to laugh will hear stories of how God is shaping churches, and hug and cry, and laugh and hug and cry some pastors, missionaries, and others from the NAB more. We embrace the reality that God has knit family and then sending them into this world for our hearts together as a conference of churches, His glory. and we celebrate the relationships—some older, some newer, and some yet to be formed. Pastors Make plans now to attend the 2018 Triennial and missionaries tell stories of yesteryear. Leaders conference. and speakers teach important lessons, turning our hearts and minds toward the future. And God Come and be shaped! infuses life into the entire mix. The leadership team of the North American Baptist Conference and the Alberta Baptist Dan Hamil Association invite you to the 2018 Triennial Executive Director conference in Edmonton, Alberta, July North American Baptist Conference 26‑29, 2018.
Triennial, to share. Contents SPEAKERS..........................................4 EVENTS..............................................6 CHILDREN & YOUTH.........................10 CALENDAR-AT-A-GLANCE.................12 BREAKOUTS......................................14 LODGING & MEETING SPACE...........16 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION............18 REGISTRATION................................20
TRIENNIAL SPEAKERS Mark Buchanan Kent Carlson Mark is the rare author who writes wonderfully and After just a few minutes of listening to Kent, you will be communicates well in front of an audience, with theological embraced by his deep love for people and his desire for depth driving both. He loves Jesus and the church. He is gifted followers of Jesus to find deeper connections with Jesus. With in bringing biblical truth through the telling of biblical stories an infectious laugh, Kent will move you to understand deep live. Mark is a professor of Pastoral Theology at Ambrose spiritual formation with a fresh biblical approach. The NAB VP Seminary in Calgary and has written several books, including of Leadership Formation and the pastor emeritus of Oak Hills Your Church is Too Safe, which challenges the church to be a Church in Folsom, California, Kent seeks to encourage pastors disruptive force to whoever opposes the Kingdom of God and and leaders in their own spiritual formation. His co-authored a healing power to those who seek it. book, Renovation of the Church, has stimulated churches to rethink the role of the church and pastoral ministry. Don Davis A man of humble roots, Don’s passion for the church and the Stephanie Fast gospel will engage your heart and soul. As the founder and Hearing Stephanie tell the story of her journey toward director of The Urban Ministry Institute, he has been involved faith and transformation will inspire you. As she shares her in urban ministry and missions since 1975. He has authored compelling journey of being abandoned by her mother as a a number of books, curricula, and study materials designed young child and rescued from the streets of Korea by a World to equip, empower, and release biblical leaders to serve the Vision nurse, your heart will be shaped with praise for a Church of Jesus among the most vulnerable and unreached God of transformation and a new compassion for the plight urban communities and display Kingdom transformation of orphans around the world. Stephanie’s moving story will where they live and minister. remind you that God can reshape every heart and soul, no matter how deep the wounds. 4 Find registration details on page 20.
Dan Hamil Barry Jones As the NAB executive director, Dan’s warm and caring spirit Barry combines the deep insights of a seminary professor and will bring you into a comfortable space where he will help you the meaningful words of a teaching pastor to move hearers to explore the hard questions of what it means to be the church embrace biblical incarnational living. A professor of Pastoral in a post-Christian era. With a long history in the NAB and Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary and a teaching a love for the NAB family, he ushers leaders into a future of pastor at Irving Bible Church, Barry’s words will open doors of gospel engagement with an ever-changing world. understanding on how to engage life with God for the world. He will infect you with his passion to train leaders who are deeply rooted in their faith. His book Dwell is a must read for all in the church seeking biblical missional living. Norm Poehlke Norm brings a driven intensity to helping leaders understand ministry both in North America and around the world. As the NAB VP of Ministry Outreach, he strives to promote and Cam Roxburgh foster ways for the church to reach the world around us through Cam serves as the VP of Missional Initiatives for the NAB. planting churches and missional communities and sending and With eyes on the horizon for cultural changes that are deeply supporting international missionaries. influencing today’s churches and leaders, he provocatively asks questions that stir listeners to better understand the biblical vision of the church on mission. As an expert on the missional movement in North America, Cam seeks to equip leaders and churches to become missional, to multiply, and transform their neighborhoods. He will inspire you to become a missionary who brings the transforming gospel into your personal context. Stu Streeter Triennial, Stu’s experience in two decades of full-time ministry, nearly half of which has been planting and leading Disciples Church in Folsom, California, has shaped his heart for feeding into church leaders and pastors. As the NAB VP of Ministry to learn. Advancement, he uses his God-given passion for equipping, encouraging, and spiritually challenging others to resource and walk alongside pastors and leaders. Find registration details on page 20. 5
SPECIAL EVENTS FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2018, 12:15 PM–1:45 PM Women’s Luncheon PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED All ladies are invited to attend a special luncheon at The Westin Edmonton. Explore as women what it means to be “Clay in the Potter’s Hands” as God molds and shapes lives for His specific purpose. Enjoy connecting with friends, old and new. Hear how women throughout the NAB are letting the Potter mold and shape them to be on mission with God in their neighborhoods and communities. Hosted by the NAB Women’s Ministry Leadership Team, this luncheon will provide inspiration for ways to connect with other NAB women. WEDNESDAY, JULY 25, 2018, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM THURSDAY, JULY 26, 2018, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM Youth Pastors and Spouses Dinner SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2018, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED All-Conference Receptions If you are a youth pastor, you and your spouse are invited Everyone is invited to two free receptions. Connect with to join the YMLT (Youth Ministry Leadership Team) old friends immediately following the evening session on for dinner and a time of fellowship. Hear a YMLT July 26, and celebrate how God moved at Triennial after member share about some exciting upcoming events. the evening session on July 28. Coffee and light dessert Dinner is free, but please pre-register. will be served. 6 Find registration details on page 20.
Triennial, to celebrate. TRIENNIAL 2015 MEMORIES You blessed us richly during this past SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2018, 12:15 PM–3:15 PM Triennial Conference. The time spent All-Conference BBQ with our NAB family was great, PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED the fellowship together in study and Join us for an all-conference lunch at award-winning Prairie Gardens and Adventure Farm, just north of Edmonton. Partake in worship was heartwarming and locally sourced ingredients grown on the farm. Enjoy train rides, hayrides, a beautiful seven-acre corn maze, garden center tours, a the time to celebrate with so many of shooting gallery, live music, and any number of other fun festival activities for all ages; you’ll even take home a spice rub you’ve created our family in ministry and various using dried herbs from the farm. Prairie Gardens was established in supporters was just great. 1956 as a sustainable family farm that strives to connect every visitor with the source of the food they eat. In addition to growing thirty- – Ron S. five acres of produce naturally, Prairie Gardens hosts festivals and events throughout the year. Find registration details on page 20. 7
FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2018, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM Taylor Seminary Dessert Reception PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Taylor College and Seminary is hosting a dessert night for all alumni and friends. Join in this Triennial tradition, and connect with old classmates, friends, and fellow alumni! In addition to enjoying dessert and good conversations, hear the story of continued renewal at the seminary, including the growing partnership with Sioux Falls Seminary and the signif‑ icant, innovative changes taking place in theological education. The signs of God’s work at Taylor are unmistakable. SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2018, 7:00 AM–8:30 AM Sioux Falls Seminary Breakfast PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Sioux Falls Seminary has a story to tell. God is doing great things in and through your seminary! Join President Greg Henson for breakfast and fellowship as he shares Sioux Falls Seminary’s passion for developing servants for participation in the Kingdom mission and talks about the growing, vital relationship with Taylor Seminary. Hear how God has made it possible for enrollment to double and for theological education to be re-envisioned, becoming truly affordable, accessible, relevant, and faithful. Find 8 registration details on page 20. Find registration details on page 20. 8
CHILDREN & YOUTH The children’s program and youth events have been specially designed to instruct and engage. Volunteers committed to loving and caring for the children and youth who attend Triennial will foster an environment that is sure to create lasting memories. We’re confident that every child and student who attends will leave inspired and encouraged in their faith. Nursery We will provide a room for parents to care for their infants and toddlers during the conference. Preschool & School-Age (Age 4 to Grade 5) Every child who attends will take part in age-appropriate activities, from worship to times of exploration about how God shapes us. Snacks are provided every day. (Children must be toilet trained.) The children’s program will be offered during all Bible teaching and worship sessions, general sessions, and breakouts. Youth (Grades 6 to 12) All youth are invited to special events and outings designed with them in mind. In addition to these special outings, all youth are invited to join in Triennial sessions and events alongside their parents or guardians. 10 Find registration details on page 20.
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PRE-CONFERENCE EVENTS WEDNESDAY THURSDAY July 25, 2018 July 26, 2018 8:00 AM–9:50 AM Registration Open TRIENNIAL 2015 MEMORIES What a blessing it was to Wednesday, July 25, 2017 1:00 PM–4:30 PM experience by so many the White Cross Open House spirit of unity and a new White Cross Canada will be hosting an spirit of commitment. Open House on the Taylor campus. Come and tour the facilities, meet other White – Ron N. Cross volunteers, have some refreshments, and celebrate with us all that God is doing through His people as we serve together. If you have some White Cross supplies that you are planning to bring with you to Edmonton, this would be a great time to drop them off. There is no cost to attend. 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Opening Session Don Davis 2:00 PM–5:00 PM Business Meeting SEE PAGE 18 FOR DELEGATE INFORMATION Wednesday, July 25, 2017 7:00 PM–9:00 PM 5:45 PM–6:45 PM Hymn Sing 12:00 PM–5:00PM Exhibit Booths Open Taylor Seminary warmly invites Registration Open you to join us for a special pre- Triennial hymn sing! It will be 7:00 PM–9:00 PM held on the Taylor campus in the newly renovated lecture theatre, General Session Stencel Hall; we’ll enjoy some of PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Don Davis the great hymns of the faith, share 6:00 PM–8:00 PM some laughter and memories, and even have a special guest or two. Youth Pastors & 9:00 PM–11:00 PM This event is free, but please pre- Spouses Dinner All-Conference Reception register online. Find registration details on page 20.
-AT-A-GLANCE AT-A-GLANCE FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY July 27, 2018 July 28, 2018 July 29, 2018 8:00 AM–8:35 AM PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Exhibit Booths Open 7:00 AM–8:30 AM Sioux Falls Seminary 8:45 AM–9:50 AM Breakfast Bible Teaching & Worship 8:00 AM–8:35 AM Mark Buchanan Exhibit Booths Open 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Teaching 8:45 AM–9:50 AM Executive Team Member Bible Teaching & Worship Mark Buchanan 9:00 AM–10:30 AM Worship, Teaching, 10:05 AM–10:55 AM & Communion & 11:05 AM–11:55 AM Mark Buchanan Breakouts PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Triennial Ends 12:15 PM–1:45 PM Women’s Luncheon TRIENNIAL 2015 MEMORIES PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 2:00 PM–5:00 PM I want you to know that Business Meeting 12:15 PM–3:15 PM All-Conference BBQ Triennial had an impact on SEE PAGE 18 FOR DELEGATE INFORMATION me. This was a great event! You left room—without lasers, 5:45 PM–6:45 PM 5:45 PM–6:45 PM Exhibit Booths Open Exhibit Booths Open without smoke and without show—to allow God to work 7:00 PM–9:00 PM in our lives as individuals and General Session 7:00 PM–9:00 PM Barry Jones General Session as a community of churches. Stephanie Fast – John P. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED 9:00 PM–11:00 PM 9:00 PM–11:00 PM Taylor Dessert Reception All-Conference Reception Find registration details on page 20. 13
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BREAKOUTS SATURDAY, JULY 28, 2018, 10:05 AM–10:55 AM & 11:05 AM–11:55 AM Breakout Sessions Breakouts are a unique opportunity to participate in engaging presentations. Presentations will highlight missionaries, both globally and locally, from our NAB family, as well as church leaders who are pursuing authentic transformation in their missional endeavors. International Sessions* Formational/Missional Sessions* EMBRACING ETHNIC AND INTERNATIONAL PRACTICING PASTORAL FORMATION IN THE ENGAGEMENT IN NORTH AMERICAN CITIES AND CHURCH TOWNS BARRY JONES CONNECTING WITH HISPANIC OUTREACH AND PRACTICING HEARING GOD THROUGH HIS WORD DISCIPLESHIP IN NORTH AMERICA MARK BUCHANAN RENEWING GLOBAL THEOLOGICAL EDUCATION THE PRACTICE OF PURSUING NEIGHBORHOOD THROUGH INNOVATIVE SEMINARY PARTNERSHIPS TRANSFORMATION HOWARD LAWRENCE COOPERATING FOR PASTORAL EDUCATION AND CHURCH GROWTH WITH BRAZILIAN SEMINARIES PRACTICING THE POWER OF THE GOSPEL MIKE LUEKEN DISCOVERING NEW WAYS TO ESTABLISH LONG- TERM PARTNERSHIPS WITH INTERNATIONAL THE PRACTICE OF LETTING THE BIBLE READ US CHURCHES AND ORGANIZATIONS DAVID WILLIAMS AND GREG HENSON REVISIONING AN EFFECTIVE LOCAL CHURCH THE PRACTICES OF AN UNHURRIED LEADER MISSION BOARD OR LEADERSHIP TEAM FROM A STU STREETER KINGDOM PERSPECTIVE THE PRACTICES OF NEIGHBORLINESS BUILDING AND BROADENING NAB MISSIONARY KAREN WILK AND CHURCH PARTNERSHIPS IN ROMANIA THE PRACTICE OF MUTUAL SUBMISSION AND LEADERSHIP IN THE CHURCH KENT CARLSON THE PRACTICE OF GATHERING CAM ROXBURGH *Breakout topics are subject to change. 15
Triennial, to gather. Shaw Conference Centre Located in the heart of Edmonton, Shaw Centre is on the northern bank of the North Saskatchewan River, and a portion of the largest urban park system in Canada, River Valley Parks System, is within walking distance. The size and location of Shaw Centre make it the perfect spot for this Triennial. 16 Find registration details on page 20.
LODGING & MEETING SPACE Lodging When you choose to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Edmonton or The Westin Edmonton for Tri‑ ennial 2018, you will receive a significantly discounted room rate. Registering at these host hotels ensures that the NAB can keep other Triennial costs down. More importantly, staying at one of these hotels will provide a better NAB family experience for Triennial 2018. The convenience of being next door to Shaw Centre Located one block from Shaw Centre, the makes the Courtyard Marriott the ideal location Westin Edmonton is in the heart of the city and to stay during Triennial 2018. The Courtyard within a short walk to premier dining, arts, and Marriott features views of the North Saskatchewan entertainment, including Edmonton City Centre River valley and downtown Edmonton. Each room Shopping. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi access and a includes free Wi-Fi access and guests can partake daily discounted breakfast buffet. Early check-in is of the daily breakfast buffet at a discount. Late 11:00 a.m., and late checkout is 5:00 p.m. checkout is 1:00 p.m. The NAB has locked in a discounted nightly rate of Make reservations at https://tinyurl. $145 CAD. Reserve online at https://tinyurl.com/ com/triennial-marriott. You can also call triennial-westin. You can also register by calling 1-800-MARRIOTT (627-7468) to set up a 1-800-WESTIN1 (937-8461) and make sure to reservation; be sure to share that you are a part mention the North American Baptist Triennial. of the 2018 NAB Triennial to ensure you get the discounted nightly rate of $139 CAD. Booking deadline for guaranteed discount rate: June 25, 2018 Find registration details on page 20. 17
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Airline Discounts Exhibits and Displays The following airlines will offer discounts on flights from most Browse ministry exhibits and displays in the main hall. Speak airports to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): with ministry leaders and missionaries about recent happenings. Grab brochures and get information about how to connect. United Discuss new opportunities with experts. Book online via united.com, or call United Reservations Meetings Desk at 1-800-426-1122. When booking, use Exhibitor registration is available, but space is very limited. If promotional code ZZ3C255406. you are interested in hosting a booth at Triennial, please contact Caryn Young at (916) 797‑6222, ext. 222, or serve@nabconf. Delta org. Reservations and ticketing are available at delta.com/meeting. Select “Book Your Flight” and enter Meeting Event Code Delegates NMQQ9. Reservations may also be made by calling Delta The NAB business sessions allow official delegates to have a voice Meeting Reservations at 1-800-328-1111. in the direction of the ministries of the conference. Churches are encouraged to send delegates, who will vote on major leadership Westjet appointments and governing issues. See website for details. Visit westjet.com to place a reservation online, or call 1-888- 937-8538. Use coupon code U1E2RGV when booking your Pastor Scholarships flight. Church Investor’s Fund (CIF) is graciously offering 2018 Triennial scholarships for pastors. Every church with a current Things to Do in Edmonton relationship with CIF is welcome to apply for a scholarship Muttart Conservatory, Edmonton’s premier horticultural covering the cost of registration for one pastor. Complete CIF’s attraction, is located directly across the North Saskatchewan application form online at tinyurl.com/CIFScholarship. If River from the Shaw. awarded, CIF will provide a scholarship code to use for Early Bird registration only. Gather a group and take part in Escape Entertainment, one of many escape rooms within a ten-minute walk. Dining/Badge Program Available beginning in mid-June, the Triennial page at One of Canada’s leading natural history museums, The Royal nabconference.org/triennial will have a link to a list of Alberta Museum, is only 3 mi/5 km to the west of the Shaw. restaurants participating in the Dine Around program that coordinates dining reservation times with Triennial break times. West Edmonton Mall is home to more than eight hundred Participating restaurants will offer discounts or free items when stores, restaurants, and attractions, including an indoor ice you reserve a table through the link on our page. rink, a water park, bowling, an underground aquarium, and black-light mini golf. Wheelchairs For those needing assistance, wheelchairs are available for a rental Visit Fort Edmonton Park to interact with historical fee for the entire week. Pre-registration is required. See page 20. interpreters in costumes from different eras. Additional Information Stroll, ride a bike, or drive a Segway through River Valley, the Additional information concerning Triennial 2018 is available largest urban park system in Canada at over 18,000 acres. at the NAB website. Go to nabconference.org to find links and further details. Check out the Triennial page at nabconference.org/triennial for links to these attractions and more. This brochure is subject to change. 18 Find registration details on page 20.
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REGISTRATION Opens November 1, 2017 REGISTER ONLINE www.nabconference.org/triennial REGISTER BY PHONE (916) 797-6222 EXT. 243 Registration Pricing Information Registration Deadlines Pricing information in this brochure reflects costs in Early bird registration must be received on or before Canadian dollars (CAD) and US dollars (USD). When January 31, 2018. Pre-registration online or by phone you register online, please click either CANADA or ends June 25, 2018. After this date, please call the US, based on where you live, to register. Please note the Triennial Registrar at (916) 797-6222 ext. 243. hotel rates are reflected in Canadian dollars only. When you reserve your hotel, you will be charged at the current Cancellation and Refund Policy exchange rate if paying in US dollars. If you must cancel for any reason, notify the Triennial Registrar by phone at (916) 797-6222 ext. 243, on or Triennial Hotel Discounts before Monday, June 25, to receive a refund, less $50, to When you choose to stay at Courtyard by Marriott cover administrative costs. Downtown Edmonton or The Westin Edmonton for Triennial 2018, you will receive a significantly discounted room rate. Registering at these host hotels ensures that the NAB can keep other Triennial costs down. More importantly, staying at one of these hotels will provide a better NAB family experience for Triennial 2018. Hotel information can be found on page 17. 20
Triennial Conference Registration Registration for Triennial 2018 includes all general sessions, breakout sessions, plus two all-conference receptions. Special events and special receptions are not included and may require an extra fee. Early Bird! ADULT REGISTRATION $309 CAD | $269 USD Early Bird Registration Period: November 1, 2017–January 31, 2018 ADULT REGISTRATION $399 CAD | $339 USD Registration Period: February 1, 2018–June 25, 2018 Child & Youth Conference Registration YOUTH REGISTRATION $129 CAD | $109 USD Students Grade 6–Grade 12 Registration Period: November 1, 2017–June 25, 2018 CHILD REGISTRATION $99 CAD | $79 USD Age 4–Grade 5 Registration Period: November 1, 2017–June 25, 2018 Special Events and Options Pre-registration required. YOUTH PASTORS AND SPOUSES DINNER FREE Wednesday, July 25, 2018, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM WOMEN’S LUNCHEON $50 CAD | $40 USD Friday, July 27, 2018, 12:15 PM–1:45 PM TAYLOR DESSERT RECEPTION FREE Friday, July 27, 2018, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM SIOUX FALLS SEMINARY BREAKFAST $13 CAD | $10 USD Saturday, July 28, 2018, 7:00 AM–8:30 AM ALL-CONFERENCE BBQ FREE Saturday, July 28, 2018, 12:15 PM–3:15 PM WHEELCHAIR $35 CAD | $28 USD Rental for the full length of the conference DONATION TO EMERGING LEADERS Donate to allow younger leaders the opportunity to attend Triennial 2018. SEE WEBSITE 21
Triennial, to remember. In 1958, the NAB held the 32nd Triennial at the Alberta Jubilee Auditorium in Edmonton, Alberta. This was the first Triennial held in western Canada. Join us for Triennial 2018 at Shaw Convention Centre, exactly sixty years to the day after our first Triennial in Edmonton. This truly is history in the making.
Become a part of history. Triennial 2018, Edmonton, Alberta
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