BLESSED GIRL BREAK-OUT SESSIONS
Everyone is able to pick two sessions to attend;
and each is about 40 minutes.
Everyone is able to pick two sessions to attend;
and each is about 40 minutes.
2024 Breakout Sessions
1. Sharon Pinkham- Missions around the World and through Wycliffe Bible Translators
Sharon will be joining us this year for a focus on Missions. She was raised in Cleveland OH, earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology where she surrendered her life to Jesus and serving Him. After much prayer and godly counsel she began her mission career as a single woman working in a missionary hospital in Alaska. After meeting her husband in graduate school, they went on to serve in Kenya, East Africa and then became members of Wycliff Bible Translators, serving at the JAARS base in North Carolina. Sharon is excited to support her colleagues who are translating the Bible into mother tongue languages around the world. Her driving verses for missions comes from II Corinthians 2:14-17. "Thanks be to God who uses us to spread the aroma of the knowledge of Him everywhere."
2. Genita Trusclair and Angie Buckner –"What is the light in you?"
Genita majored in Criminal Justice and has been involved in ministry for over 20 years, using interactive skits, visual aids and mime for over 20 years. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology and while she is pursuing her Masters in Human Resources in Trauma Counseling, she is currently working at the TAP agency showing love to families. Angie has a Doctorate in Clinical Christian Psychology and is the owner of Divine Precepts and President of Generation- X- Celling Inc. They have a strong passion for young people and encouraging Teens to rise and achieve their God-directed goals. Genita and Angie also enjoy spending time with their families and continuing to encourage others in every area of their lives. A favorite verse is II Corinthian 2:14 "But thanks be to God, who always puts us on display in Christ and through us spreads the aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place."
3. Moriah Joy Brodin & Shannon Bower - "Victory is my Heritage"
Shannon is the worship leader for Lighthouse Bible Church and is super excited for this Blessed Girl conference! Growing up, one thing that seems to never change is the struggle to find your identity. Who am I? But more importantly who does God say that I am? The challenge with that is believing and accepting the Victory already waiting for us. Moriah has a captivating smile and radiates Jesus in every conversation. She has recently married and is working as a residential specialist at The Lampstand, a therapeutic home for victims of sex trafficking. "Who shall separate us from the love if Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril or the sword? She has a strong passion for sharing Jesus and encouraging young ladies to grow in their faith.
5. Megan Cook - "Shining a Light on Doubt and Worry" Megan is a counselor devoted to student achievement and prevention at Lord Botetourt High School and Read Mountain Middle School. As someone who struggles with anxiety and sees the impact through her career, she finds and rests in God's peace, which appears more critical than ever. Doubt and worry no longer needs to bind us, as we have freedom in our Father's arms. Her favorite Bible verse is Matthew 5:16, "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." (OUR THEME VERSE this year) Megan also has a passion for softball and coaches at Lord Botetourt. She is recently married, a youth group leader and has participated in mission trips to the Dominican Republic.
PARENT SESSION: Rick Harris - "How to keep a Family steady in their Faith"
Rick is the Youth Pastor for Villa Heights Baptist, and has 35+ years of ministry to teens, as well as four grown children. His passion is in walking alongside teens, teaching and encouraging them to Love God and Love People. He will provide some resources for dealing with the challenges of raising and communicating with Teenagers, review how parents are the main role models for their children, and he will be available for questions and discussion. 1st Rotation Only.
YOUTH LEADERS SESSION: Rick Harris - "How to strengthen your Youth group" Rick has over 35 years of Youth Ministry experience and is currently the Youth Pastor for Villa Heights Baptist. His favorite verse is "I Timothy 4:12. "Let no one despise your youth but set an example to the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity". He believes they are not too young to live for Christ and make a difference now. He will present some basic principles for a caring and strong youth ministry and be available for questions. He also believes in youth leaders staying in it for the long haul because our Teens thrive on trust and faithfulness. 3rd Rotation Only.