PARENTING SUMMIT
The Ellijay Parenting Summit is a Gospel-centered parenting event designed to bring biblical truth in a secular age. Parents will be equipped with a "big-picture view of God's plan" for their families, as well as personal tracks designed to go beyond mere tips and techniques to focus on heart transformation.
The event is Friday, August 22, 6:30pm -8:15pm, and Saturday, August 23, from 9:30am - 12pm. You are invited to join for all or any of the time frames!
Free childcare is available for both days. Childcare will be provided by background checked & approved FBC volunteers, and will be overseen by our Director of Preschool & Children's Ministries, Alice Holt.
Please look below to meet the speakers for the event, see a detailed schedule for the day, and to register!
Contact the church office at 706-635-5611 if you have any questions!
PARENTING SUMMIT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY NIGHT
6:00PM: DOORS OPEN, CHILDCARE DROP-OFF
6:30 -7:20: LARGE GROUP SESSION
7:30-8:15: BREAKOUT SESSIONS
SATURDAY MORNING
9:00AM: DOORS OPEN, CHILDCARE DROP-OFF
9:30 - 10:15 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
10:20 - 11:05 BREAKOUT SESSIONS
11:15-12:00 LARGE GROUP SESSION
MEET THE SPEAKERS
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RONNIE AND TELESA KENDALL
Ronnie and Teresa Kendall have been married for 33 years! Ronnie was first a youth pastor at First Baptist Church Loganville, and then stepped into the role of Senior Pastor, which he served in for 36 years. During the time that Ronnie was leading FBC Loganville, Teresa was teaching middle schoolers. She brings the unique and powerful insight of 30+ years as an educator. Together, they have stepped into a new role providing family and marriage counseling.
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KERRI ANN SANFORD, LPC
Kerri Ann is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Ellijay Counseling. Kerri Ann has worked in the mental health field since 2016, serving Ellijay and surrounding communities. Predominantly, Kerri Ann has worked with adolescents, young adults, and families, with a focus of helping those struggling with anxiety, depression, and unresolved trauma that, oftentimes, is the underlying cause of these symptoms.
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BILL JESSUP
Bill Jessup has been in pastoral ministry and counseling for over 30 years. He served churches in Georgia and Virginia as well as spending 3 years in Iceland. He served as Chaplain and counselor for the Gwinnett County, Georgia Fire and Rescue and The Stafford County, Virginia Fire, Rescue, and Police. He was a court appointed counselor for the Family Court of Stafford, Virginia and served in a liaison position with military and DOD personnel to provide counsel and support to troops returning from combat. Areas of focus include but are not limited to Student struggles age 12 to 22, Family and Marriage, Anxiety and Addiction as well as Trauma related behavioral patterns.
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Mandi Call, m.a. in pastoral counseling
Mandi completed her Master's degree in Pastoral Counseling with an emphasis on Family and Marriage. Mandi has many years of experience leading people through "The Ultimate Journey" as they experience healing from their past and embrace their freedom in Christ. She is also a trained facilitator with Prepare/Enrich and Symbis. Both are marriage and premarital assessment tools that help couples establish a strong foundation in their marriage.
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JOSH MOYERS
BIO COMING SOON!
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JAMES BROWN
BIO COMING SOON!
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ERIC COLSON
BIO COMING SOON!
FRIDAY LARGE GROUP SESSION, 6:30 -7:20 PM, LED BY RONNIE AND TELESA KENDALL
Ownership Parenting verses Ambassador Parenting: Do I see children as “my” possession, or DO I recognize they are God’s and I am called to represent Him to them?
FRIDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS, 7:30-8:15PM (YOU WILL PICK ONE)
BLENDED FAMILIES
LED BY BILL JESSUP
Learning graces to create a unique nuclear family from blended circumstances.
ISSUES OF THE HEART / BESETTING SINS
LED BY RONNIE AND TELESA KENDALL
Answering the question of "How do I help my child identify the kinds of broken behavior that can create problems in future relationships?"
COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES
LED BY MANDI CALL
Practical tips for learning to talk with your children at every stage of life.
SATURDAY MORNING SESSIONS
breakout sessions: 9:30AM - 10:15AM (YOU WILL PICK ONE)
Active Disciplship
LED BY JAMES BROWN
Helping parents understand the discipleship of their children begins at home.
ANXIETY & DEPRESSION AMONG CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
LED BY KERRI ANN STAFFORD AND MANDI CALL
Helping parents understand the growing trends of anxiety and depression, and tips to help manage them.
BUILDING RESILIENCY
LED BY RONNIE AND TELESA KENDALL
Building Resiliency in our kids begins when we see areas of development physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. This session will focus on helping your child see their blind spots with gracious truth, and encouraging them to desire correction and instruction.
DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS
LED BY BILL JESSUP
How to have conversations about same sex attraction, gender dysphoria, transgender pursuits, pornography, sexuality, etc, as we live in an age where the need for having these conversations at home is necessary.
10:20AM-11:05AM (YOU WILL PICK ONE)
SINGLE PARENTING
LED BY JAMES BROWN
Me, God, and His grace.
This session will address the specific challenges faced by single parents, such as time constraints, financial pressures, and the lack of a co-parenting partner.
Adolescent Parenting Issues
LED BY ERIC COLSON / JOSH MOYERS
Relating to teens with grace and truth in everything; from lying, sexuality, cell phone use, time management, etc.
HEALTHY BOUNDARIES / REPLACEMENT PARENTING
LED BY JOHN & MANDI CALL
What to do when you need to step in as a parent figure for a short season or when you become the legal guardian.
TRAUMA
LED BY RONNIE AND TELESA KENDALL
Helping parents identify and become proactive in their children's trauma or emotional dysfunction.
LARGE GROUP SESSION 2, led by ronnie and telesa kendall
THE GRACE OF GOD VS THE LAW OF GOD IN PARENTING:
How we understand identity, work, success, and reputation in light of this.