Seminars & Events
Foundations for Family Life
Tools for Developing Strong Families
October 17 - November 5 in Kona, Hawaii
Classes
run 9am-12pm with optional worship 8am - 9am daily
The Foundations for Family Life Seminar (FFLS) is a series of three week-long UofN-registered seminars that present foundational teachings from UofN's Family Ministry School (FMS). It is open to both YWAMers and non-YWAMers.
Participants in this seminar series can register for one week or for all three weeks or any combination. Each week stands alone.
Each week begins on Sunday evening which is also an open FREE night available to anyone interested.
Week 1—Foundations for Parenting and Childhood Development Harald & Reidun Nyen are from Norway where they are long time YWAMers serving in Family Ministries. He is the former Director of YWAM Grimud’s Primary School.
Week 2— C-Prep: Tools/skills for Communication and Conflict Resolution Merle & Maria Jacobs have been a part of YWAM Family Ministries (FM) for the past 20 years. They pioneer new FMS schools and help in the development of new FM ministries around the world.
Week 3—Introduction to Family of Origin Using Genograms to understand your family of origin Merle & Maria will present the basic ingredients for this model used within YWAM Family Ministries International.
For
YWAMers, The FFLS is registered under the Family
Resource Centre in the University of the Nations at the Kona,
OPTIONAL: In order to
enhance the seminar the following options are available: Worship, intercession, small groups,
journaling and reading and written assignments.
However these are requirements for students wishing to receive a credit
within the University of the Nations.
The Seminar is accredited with the Family
Resource Centre of YWAM's University of the Nations. There is no pre-requisite
of a DTS for doing this seminar.
Some
of the many benefits of this seminar:
· Understand God’s plan for a healthy family and marriage.
· Understand biblical parenting concepts and childhood development
· Develop family relationship mentoring skills and tools for communications and conflict resolution.
· Understand “The Family of Origin” model from the Family Systems Theory.
· Experience personal growth in these areas resulting in a happy, healthy and fruitful personal life and family relationships.
· Become involved in the exciting ministry of discipleship and family ministry in the fulfilment of The Great Commission.
Impartation 2010
Equippingindividuals and families “for such a time as this”
UofN Kona, Hawaii - July 15 – 30, 2010
Impartation 2010 has been designed toequip world changers—adults, youth and children—“For Such A Time As This.” If you’ll recall the story of Esther, Godraised her up to save her nation in their darkest hour (Esther 4:12). God has designed the family as the corebuilding block for transformational change so we havedesigned Impartation to serve the whole family. Alongside Impartation for the adults/parents,we are running three outstanding programs for the children/youth:
- InFusion, a dynamic event geared tomake God a life and truth reality for teens (13-18). A 24/7 immersion program.
- Impartation YouthTrackfor children 7-12. Discipleship + local outings. Runs 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays.
- Impartation Preschool Program for ages 3-6. Runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays. (Parents of children youngerthan three will need to provide for their care by bringing a nanny or arrangingother childcare provision.)
Loren and Darlene Cunningham, foundersof Youth With A Mission, David Hamilton, U of N Vice-President for StrategicInnovation, and others will lead us through a time of exploring the characterof God and His interplay of justice and mercy in the transformation of nations. We will look at the gospel in a holistic way,which includes not only the redemption of individuals, but the transformationof various spheres of society, based on the principles of God’s Word. Together we will focus on Biblical foundations to build people, communities and nations.
TESOL seminar
The demand for English is exploding in the business, academic and diplomatic worlds, and the University of the Nations is seeking to help satisfy thisneed for qualified English teachers through its TESOL training program. This intensive six-week course is offered each January and July at the U of N Kona campus. Teaching English opens a wide variety of doors for Christians seeking to serve in limited access countries. English teaching jobs often overseas often come with good salaries and housing plus open doors of ministry to a wide variety of people and places. For tuition costs and other information contact Norma Olson at (808) 326-4400, extension 4178 or by email at
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Community Technology Seminars
Hands-on training to humanitarian workers
These seminars, developed by the Science and Technology Department staff at the U of N, aim to get international field workers quickly engaged in water and agriculture projects to help serve those in need.
Water Technology Seminar
July 12-23, 2010
Responding to the global water crisis requires understanding, wisdom, and committed action by individuals and groups worldwide. This seminar is designed to examine the characteristics of water supplies available to communities, demonstrate how to provide, pump, and purify water economically. Rus Alit, formerly of World Vision, is a world renowned expert in water technologies for non-electrical pumping systems, water holding systems and sanitation.
This Seminar will be particularly useful to those intending to teach the subject matter in the future, as power point presentations, course documentation and video footage will be available for students to take away on CD. It will however also be suitable for those intending to use the acquired skills in the field.
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Sustainable Agriculture Seminar
July 26 - August 6, 2010
Rather than training developing nations in western agricultural practices (which are designed more to produce money than food), we train people in designing and developing low-maintenance "food forests" which tap into God's design in creation. This seminar also covers agricultural design and implementation, water management, plant propagation, soil care, pest management and resource stewardship.
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Optional Field Assignment
An overseas field assignment will take place at the end of the last seminar. This 1 to 3-week outreach is perhaps the most exciting and important phase of the series. Students from both the Sustainable Agriculture and Water Technology seminars are eligible to participate. We will assess the needs of the community, and work with them to build appropriate solutions to their food/ water/ shelter problems. Components of the students projects throughout the seminar series will be selected and built into the field design. Precise dates, cost and location are yet to be determined.
Performing Arts & Media Seminar
Daily Plenary Session Speakers:
"Personal Discipleship and Healing Principles"
presented by International Speakers:
Joyce Meade ( Nov. 11-12) Topic: Inner Healing and Healing To The Nations through the Arts
Kenny Jackson ( Nov.15-19 ) Topic: The Battle for Your Sexuality
Tom & Donna Cole ( Nov. 22-26 ) Topic: Pure Heart
Heartbridge ministry is honored to welcome you to this International feast of arts and media. Expect to experience how to use the arts to help heal the brokenhearted. Be healed yourself, and be transformed by God’s unconditional love, displayed through the powerful tools of arts and media.
Come discover ways to use your God-given talent in ministering to nations, through the arts and media.
Faculty members are dedicated to both living and teaching godly principals in the arts, and to serving you as you grow in your understanding of the arts as God’s tools for healing.
In addition to learning and improving your skills, you will be offered the opportunity to perform during the Jubilee Celebrations for YWAM’s 50th anniversary here in Kona. We will perform on campus for the celebrations and also do outreach to the local community in schools and public venues.
Following this seminar you have many opportunities for further training here in Kona. Consider attending one of our many DTS schools, or even more training in the arts, media, Christian ministry, counseling and healthcare, Bible study and much more.
Who can join?
If
you are an ARTIST or MEDIA SPECIALIST looking for a way to use you skills for the purposes of Jesus Christ, this
seminar is for you. Participants
must be minimum 18-years of age.
Fee
$2,200 (includes room, meals, plenary sessions and skill classes). YWAMers* - $ 1,900 /kamaa’ina rate - $1200
There will be many opportunities to put your talents on display during the “YWAM 50th Anniversary Celebrations.
*This seminar qualifies University of The Nations degree students for 4 credits towards a degree with the College of the Arts and Sports.
Registration Deadline
October 15, 2010 (Assistance with visa letters available for non-U.S. participants.)
Contact person
Maria Jackson (Seminar Coordinator)
808-557-4801
Email:
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