Minister of Christian Formation, Marlene Bogard is available to…
- Evaluate Christian formation needs, brainstorm solutions, offer new models
- Promote and train educators in the Gather ‘Round curriculum
- Sharpen awareness of Christian education as spiritual formation
- Assist congregations in developing milestone ministry
- Coach congregations on hospitality
- Counsel congregational youth/adult mentoring
- Advise church librarians in policies, collection development and promotion.
- Resource congregations in Safe Sanctuaries, child protection policies, prevention of clergy misconduct
- Present seminars and weekend retreats for marriage enhancement using the C-Prep materials (Christian Prevention and Relationship Enhancement)
- Provide resources for forming and nurturing faith in the family
- Evaluate congregational ministry to families and households
- Encourage the development of family rituals and traditions for faith formation.
Marlene received her certification in C-Prep (Christian Relationship Enhancement and Prevention) and is a certified trainer in the Prevention of Clergy Misconduct from the FaithTrust Institute. She has also received an MA in Christian Ministry from Friends University in Wichita, Kansas and has studied at Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary–Great Plains in North Newton, Kansas.
Workshops
Marlene offers interactive workshops and presentations that inspire faithful living and learning. Suggested fee for a sermon or one-hour workshop is $75 plus travel and expenses. For additional resourcing or planning time for special events, additional fees would be negotiated. All honorariums go to Western District Conference. Contact Marlene today to schedule a workshop or presentation.