Open Arms Conference

Glenview Immanuel
Our conferences are for you if:
  • Your District needs to establish an LCMS presence in the new communities developing around your metropolitan areas;
  • You are planting a church and need help securing a site;
  • Your congregation is exploring ways to connect with the unchurched in your community;
  • You are engaged in Christian early childhood ministry and want to learn about the Open Arms concept;
  • Your congregation is hoping to establish a satellite ministry as an outreach to a neighboring community;
  • Your congregation is considering relocation.

CONNECTING WITH YOUR COMMUNITY
THROUGH CHILDCARE MINISTRY
The next conference is scheduled for:

Dates: October 23-25, 2008

More than 50 Open Arms affiliated centers are now ministering to their communities. Five new Open Arms centers opened in 2007.

Our Conferences Offer:

Experienced speakers on church planting and Gospel outreach through childcare, covering topics such as:

  • What is quality early childhood education? What are the keys to success with this tool for outreach?
  • Church planting with childcare ministry – How to, and Why?
  • Making childcare ministry a powerful connection with your community.
  • Important considerations about site and facilities.
  • Business planning, feasibility studies, and loan application with the Lutheran Church Extension Fund