Training Sessions & Seminars

PSI Sponsored Training Sessions and SeminarsPSI sponsors training sessions and seminars that include continuing education courses, and online learning on a variety of topics, in cities around the country. We are continually adding new seminars and training sessions, so check back often by "book marking" or "adding to your favorites" now. You can also e-mail us to help you locate the ideal training options for your needs at kristin.priest@nad.adventist.org

PSI Seminars:2010 - 2011 SCHEDULE:
Executive Leadership Institute (ELI). PSI established ELI to provide an opportunity for senior-level professionals in Adventist instutions the opportunity to meet, learn about and discuss issues in philanthropy and fundraising, move beyond the how-to of the profession, and plan to implement strategies that promote the growth of giving, professionalism, and increased numbers of persons in the field. ELI will hold meetings in Orlando, FL, August 2-4, 2010, prior to the ASI Convention. Attendance is by invitation only.

Prior to the GCS in Atlanta, GA, PSI will be conducting two, half-day seminars at the Omni Hotel at CNN Center, 100 CNN Center, Atlanta, GA.. The first seminar, Fundraising as a Ministry, will explore the fundamentals of fundraising from a biblical perspective and show how to implement best practices into the day-to-day work. This seminar is scheduled for June 22, 2010, from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.. The second seminar, International Fundraising, will focus on the unique challenges and opportunities found when working with different cultures. This seminar is scheduled for June 23, 2010, starting at 8 a.m. - 12 noon. Designed for pastors, ministry workers, and conference and union leaders, these seminars are open to anyone wishing to attend. Registration cost is $20 for one session or $35 for both sessions. To register, please contact Chris Bearce at chris.bearce@nad.adventist.org.

COURSE: 2011 Adventist Ministries Convention Philanthropy Session
DESCRIPTION:The 2011 Adventist Ministries Convention offers dynamic leadership seminars to energize your spirit while you enjoy the elegant accommodations at the spectaular Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona.

The Adventist Ministries Convention is an opportunity for Philanthropy Professionals to re-think, re-evaluate, re-tool, and re-discover what your ministry's goals are for North America. Union and conference administrators, department directors, ministry professionals, pastors, part-time directors, lay resource specialists, and others assigned by conferences to provide training for local church leaders are welcome. Click here for more information or register now!

PSI is offering a session on philanthropy on Wednesday, January 12 from Noon - 2pm. Check back to learn specifics as they become available.

Non-PSI Training Opportunities:
COURSE: Nonprofit Leadership Certification, May 16-20, 2010, Denver, CO
DESCRIPTION: Hosted by Adventist Community Services, the certification program consists of basic training to build participants skill and knowledge in three areas: Managerial and technical issues to improve participants' abilities to effectively handle the business and administrative responsibilities of nonprofit management; Leadership to improve participant' abilities to affect community change; and Understanding of biblical concepts to improve participants abilities to minister in a dynamic environment.
For more information please go to plusline.org, click on events and find "Nonprofit Leadership Certification."

We are continually adding new seminars and training sessions, so check back often by "book marking" or "adding to your favorites" now. You can also e-mail us to help you locate the ideal training options for your needs at kristin.priest@nad.adventist.org