Heartbeat International - Pregnancy Center Conference

Schedule for the
2009 Annual Conference

Richmond, Virginia - May 19-21, 2009

Pre-Conference Opportunities:
Pre-registration is required for Pre-Conference Opportunities. Meals and materials are included in the cost.

Executive Roundtable - May 17-19, 2009
The Executive Roundtable is a gathering of Executive Directors/CEOs of large centers (those operating with a $300,000 or more budget). This training will include presentations by Executive Directors and informal roundtable discussions. This year's Executive Roundtable will be held concurrently with the Annual Conference beginning at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, 2009, with a Welcome Reception. Sessions will run on Monday and Tuesday ending with the conference opening. Learn more...

Monday, May 18, 2009

Abortion Recovery Leaders' Symposium
Sponsored by ARIN, this innovative gathering will bring together leaders of Abortion Recovery efforts from around the globe to discuss, debate and strategize key issues within the healing side of the pro-life movement. Learn more...

In-Depth Day Trainings
In-Depth Day Trainings begins at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2009. Pre-registration is required. Early Bird Training Cost is $95 and includes lunch and materials.

Board Business
John McCastle, Heartbeat Consultant
Focusing on key areas of Board responsibilities, Board Members discover truths to GOVERN Well. New Board Members, seasoned Board Members, and Boards at any stage of development will be equipped and energized by the GOVERN Well insight, techniques, and tools offered in this In-Depth Day session. The key areas discussed include vision and mission, legal obligations, planning and implementation, policies and evaluations, Board function and development, finances, fundraising, and much more. It is based on Heartbeat’s GOVERN Well: Your Personal Board Member Manual.

Sexual Integrity Program Implementation
Katy Flood, Heartbeat SIP Specialist
She needs to know the wonder of her worth to help her make healthy life changes! Are you equipped to provide this critical transformational information? Heartbeat’s internationally-known Sexual Integrity Program can envision your ministry with the tools, techniques and teaching that can present the true value of God’s gift, healing the trauma of sexual abuse and the Biblical foundation for God’s plan for our sexuality.

Abortion Recovery Outreach
Daphne Freeman, National Trainer for Surrendering the Secret
Learn to start, enhance or re-start an abortion recovery outreach program. Daphne will present the six common healing steps and time-tested how-to’s for managing and maximizing ministry to those seeking healing from a past abortion. Developed by Pat Layton, longtime Heartbeat affiliate and author of Surrendering the Secret published by Lifeway Christian Resources, this training will help the novice and the veteran for their healing ministry.

Volunteer Training: The LOVE Approach
Sheila Boyle, Heartbeat Consultant
What volunteers need to know to begin helping in a life-affirming organization. This training is a walkthrough of the popular Heartbeat Volunteer Training manual – The LOVE Approach developed by Peggy Hartshorn, Ph.D. Simple to present and powerful in practice, this training will equip new volunteers and trainers of new volunteers for effective and compassionate outreach.

Write a Winning Grant Proposal
Peggy Hartshorn, Ph.D., Heartbeat President
Gain valuable insights to achieve positive responses for your grant proposals. From family and private foundations to government grants, Peggy has synergized an effective step-by-step process on writing grant proposals to help you access more funding for your work. Attendees will receive the Heartbeat International publication “Write a Winning Grant Proposal” along with hands-on guidance from the author herself.

Conference Schedule:

Session A: 2:00-3:15
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
8:00-11:00 a.m.	Registration
	Catholic Mass - Fr. Frank Pavone
	Exhibits OPEN
9:00-10:30 a.m.	Prayer Service for Life - Pastor Don Coleman and Fr. Frank Pavone M.E.V.
11:00 a.m.	Welcome Lunch with Keynote Address - Peggy Hartshorn, Ph.D., LAS

General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	Public Speaking 101 - Peggy Hartshorn, Ph.D., LAS Leading Leaders: Strategic Mentoring - Julie Parton, Ph.D. Development 101 - Jor-El Godsey, LAS Understanding Fertility Care - Susan Cole, M.D. Practicing His Presence - Vicky Botsford and Beth Diemert, LAS A Therapist Explores the L.O.V.E. Approach - Andy Redford Why Urban Ministry? - Sylvia Johnson Strategies for Increasing Adoptions in Your PRC - Brenda Newport Leading a Large Staff - Vivian Koob, LAS Eve and the Serpent: The Spiritual Attack on Femininity - Katy Flood, LAS Forgiveness Therapy for Healing after Abortion - Catherine T. Coyle, Ph.D.

Session B: 3:45-5:00
General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	Partnering With the Black Community in Your Area - Rev. Arnold Culbreath Making Room for Minority Leaders - Kim Warburton, LAS Keys to Getting Multi-gift Donors - George Eusterman Hooked: Teen Brains and Casual Sex - Freda Bush, M.D. Combat Stress - Betty McDowell, L.S.W., LAS Finding the Core Issue - Marriana Vera Serving the Hispanic Client 101 - Lissi Holloway Successfully Presenting Adoption In Maternity Homes - Bev Kline Surveying the Legal Landscape - Peggy Wolock, Esq. and Jeanneane Maxon, Esq. Reaching Minority Clients with the Message of Sexual Integrity - Panel The Latino Woman and Her Family - Eugenia Hadley

5:30 p.m. - Dinner with Keynote Address - Pastor Luke Robinson

8:30 p.m. - Abortion Recovery Networking with the Specialist - A Question and Answer Forum

Wednesday, May 20, 2009
7:45 a.m. - Catholic Mass - Fr. Frank Pavone
8:30 a.m. - General Session with Keynote Address - Eve Sanchez Silver

Session C: 10:30-11:45
General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	Public Policy Impact on PRCs - Tom Glessner, Esq. Getting Minority Leaders Involved - Pastor Luke Robinson Simple Strategies to Maximize Your Banquet Program - Vicky Botsford & Beth Diemert, LAS What You Should Know about Contraceptives - Del Hahn, M.D. Blessed are the Peacemakers: How to Become One - Bobbie Glotzhober, M.B.A. Successfully Sharing the Gospel - Raul Reyes Father Factor in Mom and Baby’s Health - Rebecca Graham Maternity Homes 101 - Amy Jones, LAS Volunteers: Finding and Keeping Them - Betty McDowell, L.S.W., LAS Envisioning Marriage to Those with Little Interest - Glenn Stanton Personally Speaking: Changing Hearts with Our Own Stories - Janet Trenda

12:00 p.m. - Lunch with Keynote Address - Rev. John Ensor

Session D: 2:00-3:15
General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	Leading in Love with Minority Communities - Rev. John Ensor If I Knew Then What I Know Now… - Linda Luecke Writing Appeals that Get Great Responses - Thomas Minarik The Connection Between Abortion and Preterm Labor - Tilay Adera, M.D. Grace Restoration - Healing for Hurting Helpers - David Whitaker Marketing to the Millenial Generation - Lori Devillez The Blessed Mother and Counseling Latinos - Mary Suarez Hamm Developing a Therapeutic Environment in a Ministry Setting - Gloria Lee and Leona Swank Successful Strategies for Training Volunteers - Debra Neybert, M.A., LAS Grasping God’s Larger Story on Sexuality and the Body - Glenn Stanton Abortion and the Black Family - Rev. Arnold Culbreath

Free time - Enjoy Richmond via the Hotel’s Complimentary Shuttle Available in the Hotel Lobby.

7:00 p.m. - Silver Ring Thing Mythbuster Tour Event - Click here to view the promo

Thursday, May 21, 2009
7:45 a.m. - Catholic Mass - Fr. Frank Pavone
8:30 a.m. - General Session with Keynote Address - Elder Dr. Levon Yuille

Session E: 10:30-11:45
General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	How to Engage Respect Life Programs - Tom Hajdukiewicz and Janet Morana, P.D. Managing Multiple Locations - Mark Conrad, Ph.D. Building Strong Church Connections - Elaine Ham Developing a Team Approach for Effective Ultrasound Services - Lynn Bisbee, R.N. Keeping the Dream Alive - Alveda King, Ph.D. Legally Protect Teens from Being Forced to Have Abortions - Allan Parker, Esq. Serving Native Americans - Naomi Colelay and Theodora Kesay Overcoming the Myths of Adoption - Kris Faas HR 101 - Bobbie Glotzhober, M.B.A. Sexual Integrity: In Action - Panel Discussion Creating a Compassionate Abortion Recovery Effort* in Your Community (CARE Team) - Stacy Massey and Cathy Foster*

12:00 p.m. - Lunch with Keynote Address - Martha Avila

Session F: 2:00-3:15
General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	Use Your Web Site Effectively - Adam Thompson and Andrea Trudden Keeping Staff for the Long Haul - Amy Jones, LAS Growing Your Budget - Toby DeBause Achieving Excellence in Limited Ultrasound Part 1 - John Seeds, M.D. What Answering the Call Means to Your Family - Barbara Thomas Through a Client’s Eyes - Debra Neybert, M.A., LAS Reaching Minority Youth with a Positive Message - Dora Tovar, Ph.D. Understanding The Spiritual Dynamics of the Adopted Child - Rev. Johnny Sorrell How to Open a Satellite Location - Panel Discussion Helping Your Client Evaluate Her Relationship - Katy Flood, LAS Building Your Base thru the Media and Public Relations - Georgette Forney

Session G: 3:45-5:00
General Strategic Leadership Development Medical Spiritual Refreshment Client Impact 1 Client Impact 2 Extended Care Ministry Operations Sexual Integrity Abortion Recovery	Saving Lives with CPR (Credible Public Relations) - Virginia Cline Help for the Dysfunctional Board - Peggy Hartshorn, Ph.D., LAS Major Donors: How to Pop The Question - Rev. John Ensor Achieving Excellence in Limited Ultrasound Part 2 - John Seeds, M.D. Answering the Call - Anne Pierson Answering the Hard Questions - Bri Laycock and April Ponto Getting to Know Your Community - Earlene Jones Ways to Transform Material Goods - Allison Brown Understanding and Shaping Your Center’s Culture - Dinah Monahan Success With Steps to Sexual Health - Helen Risse, R.N., M.S.N. and Natalie Kane Reaching the African-American Woman - Sylinthia Stewart

6:00 p.m. - Awards Banquet with Keynote Address - Kay Coles James

Praise and Worship led by David Bailey of Making A Melody.

Sound and Lighting provided by Silver Ring Thing.

Workshop Tracks

Strategic Leadership
“Leadership is influence,” says John Maxwell. All directors, board members, staff, and volunteer leaders are invited to delve into some specifics from this broad and important topic.

Spiritual Refreshment
If the hustle and bustle of ministry has you running on empty, or you are simply looking for ways to strengthen your service and those who serve with you, these workshops are for you.

Medical
Led by medical professionals, this Track will cover a wide range of relevant topics and is specifically for the medical and health care professionals serving pregnancy centers.

Development
Fundraising and friend-raising are critical for ministry and mission. With timely techniques for both novices and veterans, this Track is open to anyone working in or with development efforts.

Client Impact Series 1 and 2
We all want the best for our clients. Our Client Impact Series Track is for those leading and/or working in direct client services.

Extended Care
This Track is for centers that go beyond typical pregnancy center programs. Come here to learn innovative ways to bring clients to your centers.

Sexual Integrity
Learn to implement effective techniques and tools to help clients embrace the greater plan and vision for their sexuality. This Track is for centers that have or plan to adopt the Sexual Integrity™ Program.

Abortion Recovery
Heartbeat has partnered with ARIN to bring you a spectrum of seasoned servants to integrate, expand, and enhance your healing services.

Ministry Operations
Led by experienced professionals, learn effective approaches to running a center and achieving greater efficiency.

General
This Track has something for everyone - and more.