·         What are we aiming for when we talk about "a missional lifestyle"?

·         How can we improve incorporating youth missions experiences into the lives of individuals, churches, and organizations?

·         How do we rigorously evaluate the outcomes of our short term missions efforts?

·         What changes are needed and how can we effect these changes?

·         How do we best shepherd this generation to embrace God's plans to reach the nations?

The Youth Missions Forum is hosted by the Youth Missions Network of the National Network of Youth Ministries. The Forum will be a stimulating and interactive time for local church and missions leaders, educators, and media professionals. Presentations and dialogue will center on critical youth missions issues, generate innovative thinking about youth missions in the local church, develop strategic initiatives, and stimulate participants to better mobilize this generation of youth to fulfill the Great Commission.

Our featured presenters will be:

 Stephen Freed, the International Director for International Teams (I. TEAMS) With his broad global experience in missions and business, Stephen Freed will help guide our next steps in tackling the issues of "follow through in short term missions", nurturing a missional lifestyle, creating synergy in our efforts, and other critical issues.

David Livermore Ph.D., Executive Director, Global Learning Center at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary and Co-founder of Intersect.

David, Terry Linhart Ph. D., Bethel College (Indiana), and Kara Powell Ph.D., Fuller Seminary are directing a research initiative called the “Short Term Missions Effectiveness” project. The results and insights from their recent research will give objective stimulus for dialogue and future initiatives.

 Good News!

Forum registration fees include: Lodging, meals, refreshment breaks, and all program expenses (including Wed. lunch).

*Commuter option includes meals, but not lodging

Registration fees:

$379 if registered by Nov. 30, 2006

$399 if registered after Dec. 1, 2006

$299 Commuter price (not staying at Wycliffe)

Refunds (Minus $50) will be granted for cancellations in writing, by December 23, 2006.

Just the Facts:

The Forum begins at 6:00 pm with dinner on Monday, January 15 and ends at noon on Wednesday, January 17 (box lunch provided).

Forum participants will be staying at the apartments at the Wycliffe Mobilization Center (www.wycliffe.org ). Space is limited to the first 75 people. To maximize accommodations, participants will be sharing rooms. If you have a preferred roommate, require a room by yourself, or are a couple, please contact Rob Booth at rbooth@nnym.org or 858-451-1111. In the event that Wycliffe fills up, please see below for suggested local hotels.

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Wycliffe Mobilization Center 

WordSpring Dicovery Center

If you plan to arrive on Saturday, January 13 or Sunday, January 14, please contact Rob Booth (rbooth@nnym.org or 858-451-1111 to make arrangements. There are no accommodations available at Wycliffe after January 17.

Shuttle information: Contact Rob at rbooth@nnym.org

Directions to Wycliffe are available on their website, click here

Alternate hotels: "UNDER CONSTRUCTION"

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Since we want to address the critical issues in youth missions, your response to the following question will help focus our dialogue and interaction at the upcoming Forum.

As we explore critical issues during the Youth Missions Forum, what do you feel is the most critical issue or benchmark within the youth missions movement that should be addressed?

We appreciate your response.