Who: Anyone who loves the gospel and the sanctity of human life (laypeople, pastors, ministry leaders)!
What: A half-day of inspiration and information to help us enjoy the gospel and to respond biblically, and equip others to respond biblically, to a variety of life issues. Enjoy godly, professional speakers and great food (continential breakfast and catered lunch provided) while connecting with others who love life and the gospel.
When: Saturday, April 2, 2016 from 8:00am until 2:30pm. Doors open at 7:30am.
Where: St. Paul’s Evangelical Church in St. Louis, MO (
Why: We all need inspiration and information in our continuing efforts to enjoy the gospel and align our churches and culture to the gospel and God’s love for life.
How: Register as an individual, or register yourself and a group of people by clicking the button above. A delicious continental breakfast and catered lunch are included with your registration.
Cost: Registration $35.00 ~ Student Registration $30.00
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Dr. George Grant joins us as our keynote speaker during lunch at the Summit. He’ll integrate his unique love for the local church, the gospel, and life to inspire and inform us in our life-championing efforts. Dr. Grant is the Senior Pastor of Parish Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Franklin, TN. He’s authored dozens of books, including Grand Illusions: The Legacy of Planned Parenthood.
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Dr. Franz J. Wippold joins us for a special afternoon large group session to help us integrate the church, life issues, and the 2016 elections. Dr. Wippold II is Professor of Radiology and Chief of Neuroradiology at Washington University in St. Louis, and has been a popular favorite at our Summits in previous years.
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Choose from several excellent, professionally-led workshops divided into two "blocks" during the Life Summit. You can choose your workshops when you register online or on the day of the Summit itself. Download a printable flyer with this information here.
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Breaking Free from the Prison of Porn |
Rev. Vincent and Allison Newfield, Pastor and Authors |
Countless men are imprisoned in the vice-grips of porn - many of whom are Christians. In this workshop, Vicent and Allison will candidly share their personal struggle with porn, the journey to freedom, along with a proven pathway out of porn's prison. |
Engaging 20-Somethings in the Life Arena |
Ms. Lucy Wynn, Digital Content Manager, Churches for Life |
20-somethings view life issues differently than other generations in your church. Come to this workshop to help them joyfully embrace the gospel and life issues in ways that resonate with their unique vantage point. |
Equipping Your Church to Respond Compassionately to Abortion |
Ms. Lerryn Kidd, Assistant Advancement Manager, ThriVe St. Louis |
Abortion is a divisive issue for many churches . . . but it doesn’t have to be! Learn how to approach the subject of abortion in your church without alienating people by creating a safe space for conversation that includes supporting post-abortive women and men, and proclaiming the gospel of Christ! |
Growing a Disability Ministry in your Church |
Mrs. Judy Redlich, Regional Manager, Joni and Friends – Gateway |
Only 10% of persons with disabilities and their families attend church. This workshop will equip you and your church to reach out and serve this group of individuals. |
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Honoring Life in Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Death |
Dr. Carol Fouse, Equipping Director, Churches for Life |
The topics of miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant death are rarely talked about in our churches despite the pain and lack of closure for families. We will discuss the brokenness and give practical ways that churches can sensitively address this issue. |
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Handling Hot Topics in the Life Arena |
Rev. Doug Merkey, President, Churches for Life |
Planned Parenthood. Physician-assisted suicide. Obamacare. These are just a few of the many “hot life-arena topics” facing the church today. Come to this interactive workshop to discuss these topics and ways to equip yourself and others to engage these “hot topics” with God’s grace and truth. |
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Identifying and Caring for People with Dementia |
Dr. Kellie L. Flood, Associate Professor, Assistant Chief Medical Officer for Care Transitions and Geriatric Quality Officer, University of Alabama - Birmingham |
In this interactive workshop participants will learn what dementia is and how the different stages of dementia impact patients and their loved ones. Participants will then learn practical skills and tips for engaging patients with dementia and the role churches and Life Teams can play in gospel-centered ministry to these special patients and their families |
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Keeping your Life Ministry Healthy |
Rev. Doug Merkey, President, Churches for Life |
Ministry in the life arena both inside and outside the church can be difficult and tiring. In this interactive workshop, we’ll discuss some of these difficulties along with ways to stay vibrant and hopeful in life ministry. |
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Maximizing Life Ministry Through Relationships |
Donna Nicholson, Regional Director, Bethany Christian Services |
Ministry flows from relationships. Yet relationships can be tiring and tricky. In this workshop, receive refreshing principles that will help you sustain a fruitful, relationship-based life ministry in your church. Learn how your relationship with Jesus is absolutely essential in this process. |
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Creating a Facebook group for your Life Ministry |
Ms. Lucy Wynn, Digital Content Manager, Churches for Life |
Social media is a powerful ministry tool, yet it remains un or under-utilized by many champions of life. At this workshop, we'll start with the basics as we learn to use Facebook to champion life. |
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Training People to “Make Abortion Unthinkable” |
Dr. Carol Fouse, Equipping Director, Churches for Life |
We are called to give an answer – even in the difficult area of abortion. This workshop will give an overview of the curriculum, “Making Abortion Unthinkable,” as well as practical ways to equip your church. |
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If you have any questions about our 2016 Life Summit, please contact us at info@getintolife.org.
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