T-minus 12 hours 'till Mitosis (as of 6:15AM Thurs). Mitosis is The Rock Church's conference on regional ministry; how to go from a local-focused church to a region-focused church. It's pretty exciting coming down to launch time.
Putting on this event has been a tremendous challenge and learning opportunity. Many people don't realize the time and effort it takes to put on a event. It's akin to a wedding. Caterers, decorators, ushers, wedding party, etc. Last minute changes and additions. "Doh!" moments.
I don't want to ruin the surprise of what we've done, 'cause it's pretty cool. There are a lot of components that have come together that make this event quite stand-alone from regular TRC events. I know that everyone has worked diligently and continuously, early morning and late nights. The interns have been busy and I hope they are taking valuable notes (other than to disappear when we have another event- just kidding!).
I have been to a few conferences and large events. Seeing industry shows and being an exhibitor at the shows have given me some insight into how things flow during the event. This is my first experience being part of the host, not just a visitor/exhibitor. We have a tremendous team here that have done an awesome job getting things in order.
Mitosis: The Power of Multiplication is important for church growth because it will impart true vision on the growth of our church. Visiting churches coming to the conference will be able to leverage this knowledge in growing their own church.
People may wonder why a church would hold a conference of this magnitude, and what would it gain from the conference? It is that one person we all know who needs God's love. It is that one person who's life is spiralling out of control. It is that one person who can lead many but is tending the flock. It is that one.
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