New Ministers\' Conference

For all Christ loving, cross centred, Bible believing men who are in the first five years of Christian work or students in the final year of their training. Guest speakers:

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Art Azurdia III Bill Dyer Andrew Davies Martin Downes Phil Swann Geoff Thomas Gwynn Williams

23-25 November, 2009 Bryn-y-groes Conference Centre, Bala, North Wales

The New Pastors Conference

‘For His Glory’ Speakers Art Azurdia III Art is Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Church Ministry at Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon. He is the author of Spirit Empowered Preaching and a contributing author to several volumes, including Heralds Of The King: Essays In Honor Of Edmund P. Clowney. He is married to Lori and they have two children. Andrew Davies Andrew has held pastorates in New Zealand, Australia, England and Wales. He has taught Church History and Homiletics at London Theological Seminary, the Theological Training Course of the EMW, and WEST. He is married to Pam and has four children and ten grandchildren. Bill Dyer Bill has vast experience in Christian work having pastored Pontefract Evangelical church for forty years. He is currently Training Officer for the Evangelical Fellowship of Congregational Churches. Gwynn Williams Gwynn is the pastor of the Welsh Evangelical Church in Cardiff. He is a regular conference speaker, a lecturer on many theological courses and has authored many books. He is married to Liz and has two children. Other speakers include: Phil Swann - Phil is the pastor of Llanelli Free Church. He has pastored churches in both England and Wales. He teaches pastoral theology on the Theological Training Course. He is married to Karyn and has one child. Martin Downes - Martin is pastor of Christ Church Deeside, North Wales. He has extensive experience in training and working with young Christian men having lead UCCF in Wales for many years. He is author of the newly released book ‘Risking the Truth’. He’s married to Debbie and they have two children. Geoff Thomas - Geoff is the pastor of Alfred Place church, Aberystwyth. He is a frequent conference speaker and has authored many books including Daniel, Servant of God under Four Kings (Bryntirion Press), The Life of Ernest Reisinger (Banner of Truth), Philip and the Great Revival in Samaria (Banner of Truth). He’s married to Iona and has three daughters and nine grandchildren.

Conference administrator - Steffan Job - [email protected] - 01248 351417 Evangelical Movement of Wales. Bryntirion, Bridgend, CF31 4DX. Registered charity, number 222407

‘For His Glory’

The New Pastors Conference

The first few years in Pastoral ministry are often thrilling and demanding. God sends many challenges to both humble and excite you in His service. One moment you feel overwhelmed by the difficulties the next it’s the sheer privilege of seeing Christ work through your ministry and it’s all part of a days work for God’s servants. These are formative years - years that mould your thinking and character as a man of God for future service. They are also years when the friends you make may be some of the greatest encouragements for your future ministry.

This conference is the opportunity to be refreshed by fellowship and ministry with those who understand the challenges you are facing. Conference aims:

To encourage, motivate and prepare pastors for a lifetime of ministry To build lasting supportive friendships and relationships To explore and develop our motivation for ministry To increase our vision of God, the Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit

For the full timetable visit the website, but here’s a taste of the sessions ... For His glory – four sessions lead by Art Azurdia Glory at the cutting edge – two sessions lead by Bill Dyer Change without a sledgehammer – Andrew Davies Seminar options: Facing error and opposition in the Church (2 Timothy 2:14-3:9) Martin Downes 360 degree preaching (2 Timothy 4:1, 2) Art Azurdia (English), Gwynn Williams (Welsh) Being an evangelistic pastor (2 Timothy 4:3-5) Bill Dyer Hills to die on – establishing Biblical priorities in ministry (2 Timothy 4:1-5) Martin Downes (E), Gwynn Williams (W) No secret sins: seeking purity in public and private ministry (2 Timothy 1:9; 2:22) Andrew Davies Foundations for long term ministry (2 Timothy 3:10-17) Geoff Thomas

There will plenty of time to relax and develop friendship during the conference. Outdoor activities have been organized for Tuesday afternoon under the leadership of Matt Rees (outdoor instructor). The conference centre offers quality surroundings and meals in a relaxed atmosphere. Cost Full board accommodation - £150 Early bird discount (for those booking before September 30th) - £120 Day visitor - £30 (not including meals) Use of the Elwyn Davies memorial fund can be made for this emw conference (for more information visit website)

Location: EMW Christian Conference Centre, Bryn-y-groes, Pensarn Road, Bala, North Wales, LL23 7YE. (for map and directions visit website)

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