Becoming Whole Conference

Session 1: Thursday, October 1, 7:00-8:30 PM

Sharing God's Heart for the Poor

An Evening with Dr. Brian Fikkert, Author of “When Helping Hurts”

• Content: Specially designed for church members and congregations, volunteers, nonprofit leaders and board members, this evening will focus on the Core theological message and broad framework of “Becoming Whole: Why the Opposite of Poverty Isn’t the American Dream”

• Venue: Covenant Presbyterian Church (65 Old Montgomery Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35209)
• Format: 75-minute presentation + 15-minute Q&A

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Session 2: Friday, October 2, 6:30-8:00 AM

Understanding God's Design for Poverty Alleviation

A Conversation with Dr. Brian Fikkert for Marketplace Leaders

• Content: Specially designed for Marketplace Leaders, this session will be a combination of “Becoming Whole” and “When Helping Hurts” focused on building effective generosity strategies
• Venue: Birmingham Country Club (3325 Country Club Road, Birmingham, AL 35213)

• Format: Hour-long breakfast presentation

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Session 3: Friday, October 2, 9:00-11:45 AM

Designing Ministry for Becoming Whole

A Practitioners' Workshop for Transformational Programs

• Content: Specially designed for Practitioners, this session will focus on Principles from "A Field Guide to Becoming Whole," ministry design guidance, and peer-to-peer discussion times.
• Venue: Covenant Presbyterian Church (65 Old Montgomery Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35209)

• Format: Three 45-minute modules led by Justin Lonas, Chalmers Center Director of Foundational Products and Regional Partnerships.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Covenant Presbyterian Church (Session 1 & 3), 65 Old Montgomery Highway, Birmingham, United States

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