The Church: In the Image of God
What would the church look like if it was in the image of God? Dr. Gerardo Oudri answered that question at our annual Leadership Retreat, held April 4 - 6, 2025! Topics included mission and discipleship as well as developing a personal growth plan. Currently serving as an associate ministerial director for the North American Division, Dr. Oudri shared relevant, practical information, gleaned through years of research and personal experience. Attendees were challenged and encouraged by his presentations and blessed through the ministry of our featured musical guest, Pastor Glenn Lewis. On Sabbath, we also enjoyed break-out sessions led by several KYTN pastors.
Friday Night
The Church: In the Image of God by Gerardo Oudri
Sabbath School
TO LEAD IS TO LEARN: How to Develop Your Personal Growth Plan by Gerardo and Paola Oudri
Worship Service
… Unless You Bless Me by Anton Kapusi
Sabbath Afternoon
Mission: In the Image of God by Gerardo Oudri
Main Meeting Recordings and Slides
Sunday Morning
Discipleship: In the Image of God by Gerardo Oudri
Breakout Session One
From Brainstorm to Bible Study: AI for Preachers and Teachers by Benjie Maxson
Explore how AI can assist in sermon preparation and Bible study, from idea generation to lesson planning. Learn practical tools for research, organization, and deeper insights while staying faithful to Scripture. This session offers hands-on demonstrations and ethical considerations for using AI in Spirit-led ministry.
Breakout Session Two
Taming the Time Tyrant by Glenn Hill
Have you ever come to the end of a day, and realized that you ran out of time for what was most important? What if this happens often? Is it even possible to carve out time for our top priorities (for example, time with God)? Join us for the seminar, 'Taming the Time Beast.' We will look at a process for building systems that turn this around so that there really is time for what matters most.
Breakout Session Recordings and Slides
Breakout Session Three
Experiencing Christ by Jared Briggman
With our busy schedules, it’s hard to sit down and spend time in God’s Word and, even when we do, we have so many other things crowding our minds for attention that it’s hard to truly experience Christ. In this session, learn methods and techniques to structure your devotional time so you truly have an encounter with Jesus and come away blessed by your time with Him.
Breakout Session Four
The Art of In-Home Visitation by Trey Sharp
Some may believe that in-home visitations are considered old-fashioned and ineffective in today’s fast-paced society. Nothing could be further from the truth. The desire for more meaningful fellowship has never been greater. Come and learn how to effectively set-up, meet, and follow through on visitations with people from all walks of life. Spending time with other people in their homes isn’t rocket science, but it is an art. And anyone can do it.