Announcing...
The 2023 Pennsylvania State
Sunday School Convention
The 2023 Pennsylvania State Sunday School Convention will be held on Saturday, November 4th, at Newville First Church of God, 475 Shippensburg Road, Newville, PA 17241 (Cumberland County).
Newville First Church of God
The 2023 event will follow a one-day format. The convention will begin on Saturday morning with an Opening Devotional Session, featuring a message by Dr. Bill Niblette, U.S. Church Ministries Generalist for Bible League International and a former State President of the PA State Sunday School Association, from Lancaster.
Dr. Bill Niblette
The rest of the day will be dedicated to workshop training. There will be four 60-minute workshop periods, with up to six different workshops in each period.
There will also be displays and exhibits, and a delicious catered lunch served by Redemption BBQ, from Shippensburg.
The theme for the 2023 convention will be "Youth: Building the Next Generation on Christ's Promises," (2 Peter 1:3 & 4).
Everyone is welcome and invited to attend.
All Sunday School and Christian Education Teachers and Leaders, Pastors, Directors of Christian Education, and All Persons Interested in Sunday School are Invited to Attend the 161st Anniversary PA State Sunday School Convention!
CONVENTION SCHEDULE...
Saturday, November 4th...
8:00 to 9:00 a.m........................................Registration (displays open)
9:00 to 10:10 a.m......................................Devotional Session & PSSSA business
Meeting (Dr. Bill Niblette, speaker)
10:20 to 11:20 a.m....................................Workshop Period #1
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m............................Workshop Period #2
12:30 to 1:50 p.m......................................Lunch Break (displays open)
1:50 to 2:50 p.m........................................Workshop Period #3
3:00 to 4:00 p.m........................................Workshop Period #4
SCHEDULE for the 2023
CONVENTION WORKSHOPS & LEADERS...
Please Note: Workshop titles, leaders and times are subject to change without notice. Additional workshops may be added. Main areas of concern: (C) - Children; (Y) - Youth; (A) - Adults; (L) - Leaders' (G) - Of General Interest. Each workshop will be 60 minutes in length.
WORKSHOP PERIOD #1
(10:20 to 11:20 a.m.)
"Camper To Counselor: Raising Leaders from Within" (L, G) - Leaders: Dr. Dan & Michelle Russell, Directors of C.E.F. of Franklin & Fulton Counties.
"Why Dispensations & Covenant? What Do They Tell Us?" (A. L, G) - Leader: Rev. John Metzger, Missionary/Educator with Ariel Ministries.
"Rich In All Things: Looking At The Treasure In The Four Gospels" (A, L,G) - Leader: Dr. Timothy P. Dugan, Pastor of St. Matthew's U.C.C., Carlisle Springs, PA.
"Your Role As A Facilitator In A Small Group Setting" (A, L) - Leader: Pastor Peggy Jones, retired Elder in the United Methodist Church, currently speaking at renewal services, conferences and retreats.
"When Finishing Last Doesn't Matter" (G) - Leader: Travis Zimmerman, Pastor and Founder of "A Faithful Dad Ministry"
WORKSHOP PERIOD #2
(11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
"Grief Ministry" (A, L, G) - Leader: Troia Butcher, Elder at Brightside Baptist Church, Lancaster.
"Sin, Suffering, and a Gracious God" (G) - Leader: Dr. Timothy P. Dugan, Pastor of St. Matthew's UC.C., Carlisle Springs, PA
"Up And Out" (G) - Leader: Travis Zimmerman, Pastor and Founder of "A Faithful Dad Ministry"
"Renewing Your Mind - The Place Where The Bible And Modern Psychology Colide" (G) - Leader: Pastor Peggy Jones, Retired Elder in the United Methodist Church, currently speaking at renewal services, conferences and retreats.
"Maintaining A Vibrant, Fresh Experience With God - Keys To Renewing Our Fervor For Christ" (A, L, G) - Leader: Debbie Chatley, youth Sunday school teacher and ladies Bible study leader at Dublin Mills Community Church, Hustontown, PA. Chairperson of the P.S.S.S.A. Board of Directors.
WORKSHOP PERIOD #3
(1:50 to 2:50 p.m.)
"Creating Connections That Help Young People Thrive - Part 1" (Y, L) - Leader: Dr. Bill Niblette, U.S. Church Ministries Generalist for Bible League International. A member of the P.S.S.S.A. Board of Directors.
"Christ's Purpose For The Church - What Makes The Difference Between A Healthy Congregation And An Unhealthy Church" (A, L, G) - Leader: Debbie Chatley, youth Sunday school teacher and ladies Bible study leader at Dublin Mills Community Church, Hustontown, PA. Chairperson of the P.S.S.S.A. Board of Directors.
"Sharing Our Faith with a World That Needs Good News" (G) - Leader: Rev. Dianne B. Salter, Retired United Methodist pastor, speaker and hospitality consultant.
"Teaching Children In The Church" (C/L) - Leader: Rodney Pry, Executive Director of the PA State Sunday School Association.
WORKSHOP PERIOD #4
(3:00 to 4:00 p.m.)
"Creating Connections That Help Mentors and Teachers Help Young People Thrive - Part 2" (Y, L) - Leader: Dr. Bill Niblette, U.S. Church Ministries Generalist for Bible League International. A member of the P.S.S.S.A. Board of Directors.
"Modern Ideas For Witnessing & Invitation In The 21st Century" (A, L, G) - Leader: Rodney Pry, Executive Director of the PA State Sunday School Association.
"Becoming A Healthier You" (G) - Leader: Mindy Hartman, vocalist, narrator, blindness educator and natural health advocate, from Chambersburg.
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE
2023 STATE CONVENTION...
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? - All interested persons are welcome! Sunday school teachers and leaders, pastors and other Christian education workers are especially encouraged to attend. Registration is required for all persons attending.
LOCATION & DIRECTIONS - The host church for this year's convention is Newville First Church of God, 475 Shippensburg Road, Newville, PA 17241. Directions to the church are as follows:
- Take Interstate 81 to the Newville Exit #37
- From the Exit, turn onto Route 233 North.
- Go about 4 miles to get into Newville.
- As you enter Newville, turn Left onto Route 533 West.
- Continue on Route 533 West for about 1-1/2 miles to the church on the Left!
If you need additional information, contact the P.S.S.S.A. office. Call 717-652-1930 or 1-800-358-2303.
ACCOMMODATIONS - There are a number of hotels and motels in the Carlisle area, which is just a few miles away. For more information, contact the P.S.S.S.A. office.
LUNCH - A delicious lunch will be served by Redemption BBQ, from Shippensburg. The menu is as follows:
Choice of pulled pork or BBQ brisket sandwich
Shanty beans (a local twist on baked beans)
Smoked baked mac & cheese
Coleslaw
Chips
Dessert
Drinks
The cost of the lunch is just $15.00 per person. Reservations and pre-payment are required and must be received by October 27th. Lunch costs are extra for all persons registered as individuals or under a "church registration."
EXHIBITS & DISPLAYS - Again this yar we have invited a number of Christian publishing companies, other resources ad organizations to have displays at the convention. There will also be bookstores selling resources and materials to help you and your church in your work.
HANDICAPPED ACCESS - The host church is a large, modern facility that is handicapped accessible. Handicapped parking is also available.
HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS or want to know more about the PA State Sunday School Association? Contact us by calling 1-800-358-2303 or 717-652-1930. E-mail us a mail@sundayschoolhelp.org.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
TO REGISTER, clip or photocopy the form below. Use this form to register as an individual, to make a "church registration" and to make reservations for the Saturday catered lunch.
INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATIONS are $30.00 per person (the lunch cost is extra).
CHURCH REGISTRATIONS allow any number of persons from the same church to attend the event for a single payment of $150.00 (lunch costs are extra). A list of the names and addresses of all persons attending under a church registration MUST be sent or E-mailed to the P.S.S.S.A. office by October 27th.
LUNCH COSTS are extra for all persons. The cost of the catered lunch is just $15.00 per person.
ALL CHURCH REGISTRATIONS AND LUNCH RESERVATIONS must be made and paid by October 27th.
TO REGISTER, mail the completed form below with full payment due to: P.S.S.S.A., 5915 Fox Street, Harrisburg, PA 17112. Make checks payable to "P.S.S.S.A." You can also register with your VISA, MasterCard or DiscoverCard by calling the P.S.S.S.A. office (1-800-358-2303 or 717-652-1930). AND, you can also register online by clicking on the "Register Now" button below.
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