BREAKOUTS

All breakouts are availabe on a first come first served basis and must be signed up for at registration

FOLLOW ME! Discipleship for Dummies

When’s the last time you seriously asked yourself “what kind of person am I becoming” and “is it more like Jesus or less”?  This session will be an introduction to the deeply profound and yet simple book by pastor/author John Mark Comer Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus, Become like Jesus, Do as He did. We will explore the life Jesus envisioned for his followers and look at the practical pathway He modeled that is compelling and accessible. This book has been described as “an invitation to go deeper and the perfect primer” for newer apprentices of Jesus. 

RICK COLQUHOUN has been on The Way since 1976 after spending his teen years as an atheist. Married since 1980 to Brenda, he raised 4 children while serving as a pastor for over 30 years. He currently serves as a lay leader in a Vineyard church in central NY, manages a small realestate business and works with leaders via PRAXIS Coaching when he’s not on the golf course.  

The American Dream – let’s raise the roof together

“We believe every neighborhood can be a good place to call home. Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a stronger future. Habitat for Humanity believes that healthy and affordable homes are the foundation for people and communities to thrive.” habitatcd.org website  This breakout session will cover topics from the how and who can get a home; to the various ways to get involved with Habitat for Humanity Capital District.  The discussion will explore topics such as; 

• How to become a home owner(application, need base, financial literacy trainings, sweat equity) 
• How to volunteer
• What it means to host a Team Build
• Shop and Donate to the ReStore

Financial contributions may be made to: 

• Click HERE to give online -- Or --
• checks can be written out to Habitat for Humanity Capital District and mailed to:            
  Habitat for Humanity Capital District
  207 Sheridan Avenue
  Albany, NY 12210

TIMOTHY CONDON and his wife April have been members of St. Michael’s Episcopal Church in Colonie for Twenty plus years.  Tim gladly uses his talents where God leads him.  For many years, Tim organized and lead teams of skilled and unskilled volunteer’s for Habitat builds on houses in the Albany and Troy communities.  Separately, he coordinated campers for a week long fund raising event that involved sleeping in tents at a Guilderland Park.  Ten new construction homes were built from the money raised in the twenty years the annual summer event ran.

A Prayerful Journey Through Christ the King Center

Join Christopher on the way as we embark on a prayer walk through the beautiful grounds of Christ the King Center. With each step, we open our hearts to the concept of place and its profound impact on our spiritual lives. On this journey we visit five chapels scattered across the campus, each offering a unique atmosphere to deepen our connection with the divine.

1. The Chapel of St. Michael and All Angels: Sunlight streams through stained glass windows, illuminating in vibrant colors, the story of Saint Michael slaying a demon. Here, we reflect on the wonder of the workings of heaven. We prayerfully acknowledge that God works in ways far beyond our understanding and give thanks for all He does that we do not know.

2. The Healing Center Chapel: Overlooking the pond we find the Oratory of Christ the Healer. The serene view from the seats and the rich history of a converted barn are whispers of the importance of comfort, hope, and serenity.

3. The Barry House Chapel: The uncomplicated beauty of the chapel in the sunroom contrasted with the grandeur of the soaring stone wall of the library leads us to pray that we may commune with God in simple settings.

4. The Burton Rd. Chapel: Stepping into this chapel filled with historical pieces, we reflect on the importance of spiritual heritage and the comfort found in tradition. We pray for the wisdom to learn from those who have walked this path before us and the courage to build upon their legacy of faith.

5. The Outdoor Chapel: Sunlight filters through the pines in this chapel built for Beaver Cross Camp. Here, we pause and give thanks for the natural world, a constant reminder of God's creative power. We pray that, like this chapel bathed in light, our hearts may be open to God's illuminating presence in every aspect of our lives.

Bonus – The Oak Tree: As we conclude our prayer walk, lush greenery and a stunning view await us and invite us to a state of peace and contemplation. We pray for the ability to create sacred spaces within ourselves, sanctuaries where we can connect with God amidst the daily hustle and bustle.

We carry the essence of each chapel within our hearts, a reminder that sacred spaces can exist anywhere, fostering a deeper connection with the divine. We return to our daily lives, forever changed by this journey, more aware of the profound impact of place on our spiritual well-being.

CHRISTOPHER FITZ is the Director of Operations and Facilities at Christ the King Center. He began working at CTK 11 years ago, after a long career as a pastry chef. Throughout his life, he has always been a builder of things, and a fixer of stuff, and a person with a great love for Jesus and a passion for service. He served several terms as president of the Greenwich Interfaith Fellowship, where he was director of their transportation program among other roles. He has also served a couple of times as an elder at his home churches, as a town council member and even as police department commissioner. In his youth, he raised sheep and worked for the local bakery and a nearby steam railroad museum. It is clear now, that this varied experience was God at work, preparing him for the vast scope of his role at CTK, where just about anything could happen, and often does.