First Baptist Church of Leesburg
Friday, October 7th – Saturday, October 8th, 2011
What is the purpose of this conference?
- To encourage people struggling with homosexuality with the hope of the gospel that freedom from unwanted homosexuality is possible through the power of Jesus.
- To provide biblical answers for parents and families affected by homosexuality.
- To share a practical understanding and strategies for any Christian who simply desires to be better equipped in ministering truth and grace to a culture impacted by this issue.
Who is this conference for?
- Men and Women struggling with unwanted same sex attractions
- Parents and Families affected by homosexuality
- Pastors and Ministry Leaders who desire to have a better understanding about how to minister to people within the Church who are struggling or affected by homosexuality.
Keynote Speakers:
As President of Exodus International, Alan Chambers oversees the largest organization focused on helping those impacted by homosexuality. He has inspired audiences around the world with his personal story and with his books, God’s Grace & the Homosexual Next Door and the recent Leaving Homosexuality.
Joe Dallas is an author, public speaker, pastoral counselor and founder/director of Genesis Counseling in Tustin, CA. He leads a men’s seminar on sexual purity based on his popular book, The Game Plan. He is also the co-author of the recently published, The Complete Christian Guide to Understanding Homosexuality. Joe has authored many books on the topic of Homosexuality including When Homosexuality Hits Home, Desires in Conflict, The Gay Gospel?, and more. Joe speaks regularly at churches, universities and conferences nationally and internationally.
Registration Fees:
- $85 in advance
- $95 at the door
***Lunch is not included in registration price, but will be available for purchase***
Lodging Information:
(Recommended Hotel – 1 mile / 4 minutes from Church)
Best Western Chain of Lakes Inn & Suites
1321 North 14th Street
Leesburg, FL 34748
352-460-0118
Exodus Rate: starting at $65 per night
We suggest that you book your hotel room starting on October 7th and checking out on Saturday, October 8th
Transportation Information:
Orlando International Airport (MCO) – 55 miles / 1 hour from Church
Sandford International Airport (SFB) – 47 miles / 1 hour from Church
Visit Airport Websites for shuttle transportation and rental car options.
***Are you interested in Volunteering? We have needs in several areas of this event, such as: Bookstore, Info Table, Registration, Door Monitors, and others! Please complete the Volunteer Application and join our Team!***
Schedule:
Friday October 7th
5:00pm – 7:30pm: Registration/Check-In
7:30pm – 9:30pm: Main Session – Alan Chambers
Saturday October 8th
9:00am – 10:35am: Main Session – Joe Dallas
10:50am – 11:50am: Breakout Sessions:
- 1. The Slippery Slope of Cyclical Sexual Sin (Ethan Martin)
- 2. Someone I Love is Gay (Myra Noyes)
- 3. The Good Gift of Sexuality (Randy Thomas)
11:50am – 1:00pm LUNCH
1:00pm – 1:30pm: Questions and Answers
1:30pm – 2:15pm: Main Session - Joe Dallas
2:30pm – 3:30pm: Breakout Sessions:
- 1. Homosexuality 101 (Dr. Julie Hamilton)
- 2. Understanding Female Same-Sex Attractions (Ashley Edwards)
- 3. Developing Accountability and Healthy Relationships (Edward Nurquez)
3:45pm – 5:30pm: Main Session – Joe Dallas
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