Jim Hughes - Godly Grandparenting   May 9-11, 2008View basic itinerary (subject to change)  In
the age of high-speed internet and video messaging, when grandparents
range from age 35 to 105, the traditional grandparent model no longer
applies. Learn to combine Scriptural wisdom with your modern lifestyle
to become a grandparent who blesses God and generations to come.Phone and online registration for this conference are currently available. About the conference: In their own words Glen Eyrie: Hello, gentlemen! You'll all be here this spring speaking to grandparents. How would you describe to someone what this conference will focus on? One of the most overlooked changes in the 21 century is the expanded role of grandparents. The focus of our presentation will be on the increasing importance of not only being a grandparent, but being a godly grandparent. More specifically, the heart of grandparenting is discussed, as well as, grandparent types and their activities in the lives of their grandchildren, ways of becoming a godly grandparent, and the various pathways to becoming what God wants grandparents to be. The conference concludes with opportunities for the participants to discuss significant grandparenting issues and to have their questions answered. GE: Is there a specific type of grandparent that you consider your main audience? Our main anticipated audiences are prospective grandparents, new grandparents, experienced grandparents, grandparents who are parenting their grandchildren, and great grandparents. GE: Besides being grandparents yourselves, why are you all so passionate about this subject? Through experience, we have realized the importance of moving beyond society’s definition of grandparenting. We have discovered that the wholeness of grandparenting can only be achieved when they themselves are moving toward godliness. GE: What are two things you want grandparents to take away from your conference? First, the participants will take away a greater appreciation for having a grandparent’s heart, i.e., one that is guided by Jesus Christ. Secondly, they will be better equipped with practical information that will help them be more effective godly grandparents. GE: One of the great things about being a grandparent is that you're allowed to be eccentric! What's something unusual about each of you? Ben: I have a pet family! Derrel: I am known as the “Coffee Guru of Fort Worth, Texas.” Jim: I was once a witness for a dog in a court setting! I have also witnessed Mt. St. Helens erupt several times! GE: What a diverse group you are! Thank you all for your time and we look forward to your conference here at the Glen! SESSION TITLES (subject to change):
SPEAKERS After finishing his Ph.D. at the University of Nebraska, Dr. Jim Hughes
has specialized in the study of and ministry with people in the second
half of life. Dr. Hughes is an adjunct professor at Abilene
Christian University, in Abilene, Texas, and was recently selected to
receive its Distinguished Alumni Citation. He is an author,
public speaker, and for the last 15 years, has served as the Senior
Adult Minister at the Skillman Church of Christ in Dallas, Texas.
He and his wife, Kathy, have five children and six grandchildren. Ben DickersonBio coming soon.  Dr. Derrel Watkins
has been a pastor or associate pastor in 10 churches and taught social
work and gerontology at four respected universities and seminaries.
Currently, he holds the position “Distinguished Fellow in Social Work,”
at the B. H. Carroll Theological Institute. His books include Christian Social Ministry, Religion and Aging, and Practical Theology for Aging. Currently, Derrel is working on two books, including Grandparenting in a Gigabyte World.
He and his wife have been married for 45 years, and have two children
and four grandchildren. They live in Fort Worth, TX, where he teaches a
men’s Bible class at his church. PRICING AND REGISTRATIONDATES: May 9-11, 2008Conference Fee (program only):
For group rates, please call 1-800-944-4536 x7449 View our new cancellation policy. |
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