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CONVENTION WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS

In this document, you will find workshops listed by Program Level and session, descriptions of the workshops, and Parent Talk descriptions. There are five workshop sessions being offered during the Convention. They are listed as Session A, Session B, Session C, Session D, and Session E. It is recommended that you choose three options for each session prior to registering online for the Convention. This helps you quickly determine your

next choice if a workshop is full. Refer to the 2020 AHG Convention Registration Guide for more assistance in preparing for online registration.

Activity Levels: The Workshop Team has provided activity levels for each workshop to help you further identify the best workshop for your daughter. They are defined as: Activity Level 1: This workshop contains lecture-style teaching and is a sedentary activity. Activity Level 2: This workshop contains times of teaching, discussion, and activity Activity Level 3: This workshop contains large motor skill activities as its primary focus

If you are viewing this document on a computer or mobile device, you may click (Ctrl + click) on the workshop name which will take you directly to the description of the workshop.

Workshop Selections: Adult Registrants will have visibility during online registration to all workshops for all Levels. This is to help adults and leaders who are

attending with multiple AHG girls select which workshops you would like to serve as a chaperone. Girls registering will only see workshop options appropriate for

their Program Level.

Adult Activities: During Workshop Session times, Adult Members have multiple options to choose from:

Option 1: Attend a Parent Talk. Drop off your daughter at their workshop and head over to hear a presentation with a guest speaker focused on topics

relative to you! Parent Talk Descriptions are included at the end of this document.

Option 2: Explore the Convention AHGstore & Exhibit Hall

Option 3: Serve as a Workshop Chaperone with your daughter. Space is limited for chaperones to be seated in a workshop.

TIP: Before starting your registration, take the time to read through the workshops offered and choose your top three options for each session. During online

registration, if a workshop’s capacity is full, move to your #2 or #3 option. You have the opportunity, until July 8th, to log back into your registration and see if a

spot has opened due to a cancelation. Instructions on how to modify a registration will be provided in your confirmation email.

Questions? Check downloadable resources and FAQ by entering into your web browser: https://bit.ly/AHGgirlConvention or email us at Conventionregistration@ahgonline.org

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Tenderheart Workshop Schedule

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Session A 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Auxiliary March Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Chosen as God's Masterpiece Christmas in July Creative Writing & Illustration

Dance Fly Fishing Friendships Graphic Design Badge Identity Badge

Ladies First Mathematics Badge Medical Badge Women of Faith Badge World Languages

Session B 3:15pm – 4:30pm

Archery Bert's Clay Creations Christmas in July Dance Digital Citizenship Badge

Friendships God's Great Outdoors Handwork with Camping Stick Kids Little Flowers with Saint Thérèse Mathematics Badge

Meet the Founders R.E.A.L. Life Bible Study Method Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Friday, July 24, 2020

Session C 10:15am – 11:30am

American Pioneer Adventures Biblical Leadership Badge Caring for Creation Chosen Craft Crafting with the Sisters

Digital Citizenship Badge Entrepreneurship Badge Geocaching Graphic Design Badge Handwork with Camping Stick Kids

Identity Badge Ladies First Puppet Show Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Session D 1:30pm – 2:45pm

American Pioneer Adventures Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Caring for Creation Chosen Craft

Cool as a Cucumber Dance Digital Citizenship Badge Entrepreneurship Badge Identity Badge

Mathematics Badge Medical Badge Outdoor Skills Shooting Sports

Session E 3:15pm – 4:30pm

American Pioneer Adventures Bert's Clay Creations Biomimicry Badge Chosen Craft

Cool as a Cucumber Cool Critters Dance Entrepreneurship Badge

Graphic Design Badge Prayer is not a Foreign Language R.E.A.L Life Bible Study Method

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Explorer Workshop Schedule

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Session A 1:30pm – 2:45pm

American Pioneer Adventures Archery Art of Self-Care Bert's Clay Creations Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Caring for Creation Chosen Craft

Cool as a Cucumber Dance Digital Citizenship Badge Disc Sports Entrepreneurship Badge Free to Be Awed Geocaching God's Great Outdoors

Graphic Design Badge Handwork with Camping Stick Kids Heimlich Heroes Identity Badge Juggling Ladies First Mathematics Badge

Medical Badge Orienteering Outdoor Skills R.E.A.L Life Bible Study Method Sewing Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Session B 3:15pm – 4:30pm

American Pioneer Adventures Art of Self-Care Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Caring for Creation Chosen as God's Masterpiece Chosen Craft Dance

Digital Citizenship Badge Disc Sports Entrepreneurship Badge Fly Fishing Free to Be Awed Geocaching Graphic Design Badge Heimlich Heroes

Identity Badge Juggling Ladies First Little Flowers with Saint Thérèse Mathematics Badge Medical Badge Orienteering

Outdoor Skills Path of a Peacemaker Sewing The Great Flip Self Defense Troop Event Planning Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Friday, July 24, 2020

Session C 10:15am – 11:30am

American Pioneer Adventures Biblical Leadership Badge Chosen Craft Cool as a Cucumber Creative Writing & Illustration Digital Citizenship Badge

Disc Sports Entrepreneurship Badge Get Hooked on Conservation Graphic Design Badge Heimlich Heroes Identity Badge

Ladies First Mathematics Badge Meet the Founders Orienteering Puppet Show Sewing

Shooting Sports The Upside of Letdowns Troop Event Planning U.S. Military Heroes Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Session D 1:30pm – 2:45pm

American Pioneer Adventures Auxiliary March Bert's Clay Creations Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Chosen Craft Christmas in July Cool Critters

Dance Digital Citizenship Badge Disc Sports Entrepreneurship Badge Fly Fishing Free to Be Awed Friendships

Graphic Design Badge Heimlich Heroes Identity Badge Ladies First Love Like LOUIE Mathematics Badge Medical Badge

Orienteering Path of a Peacemaker R.E.A.L Life Bible Study Method Sewing U.S. Military Heroes Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Session E 3:15pm – 4:30pm

American Pioneer Adventures Archery Auxiliary March Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Caring for Creation Chosen Craft

Christmas in July Crafting with the Sisters Dance Digital Citizenship Badge Disc Sports Entrepreneurship Badge Free to Be Awed

Friendships Graphic Design Badge Handwork with Camping Stick Kids Identity Badge Ladies First Love Like LOUIE Mathematics Badge

Medical Badge Orienteering Shooting Sports The Great Flip Self Defense Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

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Pioneer Workshop Schedule

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Session A 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Biomimicry Badge Dance Digital Citizenship Badge Graphic Design Badge Heimlich Heroes

Identity Badge Loved, Valued, Chosen Medical Badge Navigating the Stars & Stripes Award Process Path of a Peacemaker

R.E.A.L Life Bible Study Method Shooting Sports Trauma Informed Servanthood What Kind of Ripple Do You Make? World Languages Badge

Session B 3:15pm – 4:30pm

Bible Journaling Biblical Leadership Badge Biomimicry Badge Dance Digital Citizenship Badge

Don't Buy the Hollywood Lie Fencing Get Hooked on Conservation Heimlich Heroes Medical Badge

Rowing The Importance of Christian Community The Power of Belief Women of Faith Badge

Friday, July 24, 2020

Session C 10:15am – 11:30am

Archery Auxiliary March Chosen as God's Masterpiece Dance Finding Peace: Overcoming Anxiety

Graphic Design Badge Heimlich Heroes Mathematics Badge Outdoor Skills

Path of a Peacemaker Puppet Show Troop Event Planning U.S. Military Heroes

Session D 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Amazing Race through History Back Stage Pass Crafting with the Sisters Dance Entrepreneurship Badge

Fencing Finding Peace: Overcoming Anxiety Geocaching Heimlich Heroes Loved, Valued, Chosen

Prayer is not a Foreign Language Rowing Troop Event Planning

Session E 3:15pm – 4:30pm

Amazing Race through History Biblical Leadership Badge Entrepreneurship Badge Fly Fishing Get Hooked on Conservation

God's Design: Gender Identity Badge Mathematics Badge Meet the Founders Print Making with Our Lady of Guadalupe

Rowing Stories of the Stars & Stripes Award U.S. Military Heroes World Languages Badge

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Patriot Workshop Schedule

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Session A 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Biomimicry Badge Dance Don't Buy the Hollywood Lie Fencing Get Hooked on Conservation

Mathematics Badge Prayer is not a Foreign Language Pursuing Christ Now Rowing

Teamwork and Communication The Importance of Christian Community The Leader as Shepherd Trauma Informed Servanthood

Session B 3:15pm – 4:30pm

Amazing Race Through History Auxiliary March Biomimicry Badge Graphic Design Badge Identity Badge

Loved, Valued, Chosen Medical Badge Navigating the Stars & Stripes Award Process Pursuing Christ Now

Shooting Sports The Leader as Shepherd The Power of Belief Troop Event Planning What’s and Why’s of Worship

Friday, July 24, 2020

Session C 10:15am – 11:30am

Amazing Race through History Bible Journaling Biblical Leadership Badge Dance Digital Citizenship Badge Fly Fishing

God's Design: Gender Loved, Valued, Chosen Mathematics Badge Print Making with Our Lady of Guadalupe Puppet Show R.E.A.L Life Bible Study Method

The Leader as Shepherd The Narratives That We Weave What Kind of Ripple Do You Make? Women of Faith Badge World Languages Badge

Session D 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Archery Biblical Leadership Badge Crafting with the Sisters Dance Digital Citizenship Badge

Entrepreneurship Badge Get Hooked on Conservation God's Design: Gender Identity Badge Listening

Medical Badge Stories of the Stars & Stripes Award Table for One, Please! U.S. Military Heroes What’s and Why’s of Worship World Languages Badge

Session E 3:15pm – 4:30pm

Back Stage Pass Chosen as God's Masterpiece Dance Entrepreneurship Badge Fencing Finding Peace: Overcoming Anxiety

Geocaching Graphic Design Badge Listening Meet the Founders Outdoor Skills

Table for One, Please! Teamwork and Communication The Leader as Shepherd U.S. Military Heroes Women of Faith Badge

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Workshop Descriptions Amazing Race Through History – History is waiting for you. Travel through time and around campus as you explore (jump, skip and climb through the Heritage Frontier) completing activities from the Heritage Frontier on your way to the pit stop. See you at the finish line! Activity Level 3 American Pioneer Adventures – What was it like to be an American pioneer during the westward expansion? No need for a time machine - here's your chance to experience games and activities the pioneer way! Activity Level 3 Archery – Shoot for the bullseye! Grab a bow and learn archery techniques and safety from the experts! Activity Level 3 Art of Self-Care – Self-care is an important part of your emotional and physical health. Join a licensed professional counselor in exploring ways to practice self-care and why it's crucial to living the life God desires for you. Activity Level 2 Auxiliary March – Be the first to experience this new AHG Sports Pin! Learn to march in step with your friends. Activity Level 3 Back Stage Pass – Get an exclusive look behind the scenes of Cedarville's theater! Explore the sets, lights, and costumes that make the theater come to life! Activity Level 2 Bert's Clay Creations – Try your hand at creating with polymer clay! In this workshop, you will receive your own DIY kit with clay and tools to create an exclusive Chosen-themed project!* Activity Level 2 *This workshop costs $10 extra for the supplies Bible Journaling – The art of Bible journaling is a wonderful way to worship God. Bring your Bible and learn the basics, some new fonts, and lots of great techniques. Activity Level 2 Biblical Leadership Badge – T/E version: Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! It's time to follow the Leader. Let Jesus teach you how through fun hands-on activities! Pi/Pa version: Be the first to experience this new badge! Engaging activities and discussion will teach you how to allow Christ, the ultimate leader, to inspire your leadership style. Activity Level 2 Biomimicry Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Using hands-on activities, you will explore how concepts from God's creation can solve everyday problems in the world around us. Activity Level 2 Caring for Creation – Do you have a heart for animals and nature? Come learn some new ways to care for God's beautiful creation! These activities will teach you about sustainable living, caring for your environment, as well as protecting our natural resources. Activity Level 2 Chosen as God's Masterpiece – Join Kim Wigginton of Heart of Womanhood as she teaches how to delight in your identity as God's work of art (Ephesians 2:10 NIV) through an interactive chalk art experience! Activity Level 1 Chosen Craft – Let your inner artist shine as you create your very own Chosen-themed craft to take home! Activity Level 2 Christmas in July – Join Beth Gully for a Christmas in July experience as she shares the art of the ambigram! This interactive session will help girls explore the mystery of art by thinking out-of-the-box to discover the creativity within. Activity Level 2

7 Cool as a Cucumber – Do you ever struggle with keeping your emotions in check? God grants you the power to respond mindfully in every situation and this workshop will teach you the skills to go from firecracker to cool cucumber. Activity Level 2 Cool Critters – From the cuddly to the scaly, you'll get to meet a variety of rescued animals during this hands-on presentation! Activity Level 1 Crafting with the Sisters – Join Catholic Religious Sisters to learn about ‘praying without ceasing’ and how to offer little sacrifices all day long. Make your own set of sacrifice beads to keep in a pocket, purse, or hang on a backpack. Activity Level 2 Creative Writing & Illustration – Calling all aspiring writers and illustrators! Join the author and illustrator of the Gutsy Girls picture book series, Amy Sullivan, for a fun and exciting workshop full of hands-on activities that will inspire the writer in you! Activity Level 2 Dance – Dust off those dancing shoes and learn exciting, new choreography for a Riley Clemmons song! Activity Level 3 Digital Citizenship Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Learn how to be a good citizen in the digital age. Safely navigate the ever-changing world of technology and how to avoid getting sucked into common pitfalls. Activity Level 2 Disc Sports – Practice your disc golf skills on Cedarville's amazing course! Fore! Activity Level 3 Don’t Buy the Hollywood Lie – Former Hollywood actress, Tina Griffin, exposes the Hollywood hogwash & the importance of choosing a healthy media diet. Activity Level 1 Entrepreneurship Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Learn how to develop your entrepreneurial skills and use them to honor God. Activity Level 2 Fencing – Be the first to experience this new AHG Sports Pin! Learn about the art of fencing in this introductory class. Activity Level 3 Finding Peace: Overcoming Anxiety – Anxiety can be difficult to overcome. Learn techniques for coping and how Jesus can provide peace and rest. Activity Level 1 Fly Fishing – Ready to take fishing to the next level? Learn the art of fly fishing from the experts! Activity Level 3 Free to Be Awed – In a world rampant with comparison culture, you may feel pressured to fit in. Have you ever felt odd for pursuing your own path, dream, calling? Truth is, "odd" is a lie designed to throw you off the unique path God has staked out just for you. Instead, choose to be awed - by the truth that the God of the Universe CHOSE YOU. Activity Level 1 Friendships – God created us to be in community with one another. Join girls from across the country as you explore a famous friendship and learn skills for building healthy, encouraging friendships. Activity Level 2 Geocaching – Get outdoors and enter the exciting world of Geocaching! Treasure hunting, hiking, and navigation all rolled into one. Activity Level 3 Get Hooked on Conservation – Join Kyle Green, host of The Green Way Outdoors, as he shares a field-to-table experience! Hunt, fish, eat! Ever wondered where your main protein sources come from and how they get to your table? You don't want to miss this interactive time with the guys from the Green Way Outdoors! Activity Level 2

8 God's Design: Gender – The topics of gender confusion, sexual identity, and LGBT are all swirling around our world today, but what does the Bible have to say about these topics? How do we as Christians react when confronted with these topics? This workshop will equip you with the answers to those questions and more! Activity Level 1 God's Great Outdoors – Join God's Great Outdoors to explore God's creation through the examination of bones and fossils. Activity Level 2 Graphic Design Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Learn the basics of graphic design and begin to create your own works of art! Activity Level 2 Handwork with Camping Stick Kids – Join Joleen Steel of Camping Stick Kids on a knitting adventure! Learn to finger knit bracelets, headbands, butterflies, and bunny rabbits. And the fun doesn't stop there! Learn felting techniques, paper punched cards, and more. Activity Level 2 Heimlich Hero – Heimlich Heroes'™ interactive program will train you on the Heimlich Maneuver®. This workshop includes video learning and hands-on practice to give you the confidence you need to perform the Heimlich Maneuver®. Activity Level 2 Identity Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Learn about who you are in Christ and who he has made you to be! Activity Level 2 Juggling – Juggling is not just for the circus! Here's your chance to learn to juggle scarves or balls and even practice throwing and catching an indoor boomerang. Activity Level 2 Ladies First – Hear and see the stories of American women who were the first at something BIG! Learn about amazing discoveries, awards, and records broken by some amazing women! Activity Level 2 Listening – Listening is key to being a great leader, friend, even a daughter! Learn key skills and unleash the power of being a great listener! Activity Level 2 Little Flowers with Saint Thérèse – Saint Thérèse wrote beautifully about how she became a little flower in God’s garden. Girls will hear stories about this beloved saint and about how she lived her life. In honor of Saint Thérèse, girls will make decorative flowers to be donated to the residents of a local nursing home to help bring the message of this simple saint to others. Activity Level 2 Love Like LOUIE – Come on a journey through the life and trials of a rescue dog, Louie! Learn the value of BEING a loving person and not seeing others as objects. With love as the foundation, learn a leadership model specifically designed for you!* Activity Level 1 * Louie, the rescue dog, will be present during this workshop Loved, Valued, Chosen – You are the only you that will ever exist! You were CHOSEN to exist now, for a purpose, and for a reason. Be empowered by this interactive workshop as you walk away being encouraged about your identity in Christ and how you can live in that reality every single day. Activity Level 2 Mathematics Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Don't worry, this workshop is not a math class! Get ready for math to come to life through unique, interactive experiences. Activity Level 2

9 Medical Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Learn about how God created your body to function and enjoy hands-on activities. Activity Level 2 Meet the Founders – Meet Patti Garibay and Laurie Cullen, two of American Heritage Girls' founders. Hear the 'why' and 'how' American Heritage Girls came to be. Bring your questions for a special time of Q&A. Activity Level 1 Navigating the Stars & Stripes Award Process – Do you feel God calling you to earn the Stars & Stripes Award? Learn about the program, project criteria, the benefits of earning this prestigious award and get your questions answered! Activity Level 1 Orienteering – Have some fun with a compass and playing fun games around campus while you learn this important survival skill! Activity Level 3 Outdoor Skills – Practice your skill in knot-tying, knife safety, and Leave No Trace. You'll have a ball learning in small group settings about multiple essential outdoor skills in this round-robin style workshop! Activity Level 3 Path of a Peacemaker – Conflict is a part of life. How do we deal with it in a God-honoring way? Peacemaker Ministries will train and equip you to resolve conflict in a Biblical way! Activity Level 1 Prayer is not a Foreign Language – Does prayer feel tricky, boring, or even confusing? It can sure feel like that sometimes! But what if prayer was something that could be fun, active, and natural? Join Lee Nienhuis for a rowdy time learning how prayer can be your second language and how talking to God can start you on the greatest journey of your life! Activity Level 1 Printmaking with Our Lady of Guadalupe – Our Lady of Guadalupe brought a message of hope and love to the Central and South American people. This workshop will not only share her story, but will explore some of the lesser-known, yet fascinating hidden messages in this miraculous image. Girls will also practice the art of printmaking to create a prayer book bag stenciled with roses. Activity Level 2 Puppet Show – Giant puppets! Big time excitement! Join Madcap Puppets for a shenanigan-filled production of Pinocchio! Activity Level 1 Pursuing Christ Now – Enjoy a panel discussion on how to pursue Christ in all seasons of life. God calls many of us to singleness during certain seasons of life - learn how to leverage the benefits of singlehood to serve others and God wholeheartedly. Activity Level 1 R.E.A.L Life Bible Study Method – Enjoy a new process for studying the Word of God, the R.E.A.L method! This easy method will help you to dig deeper into God's word, and bring it to life in your world. Activity Level 2 Rowing – Try your hand on learning some rowing skills on the banks of the Cedarville pond and on dry land! Give it a try! Activity Level 3 Sewing – Start learning the art of hand stitching and embroidery. Begin work on a project, view demonstrations, and learn from the experts! Activity Level 2 Shooting Sports – Practice your riflery skills, learn gun safety, and more in this hands-on workshop! Activity Level 3 Stories of the Stars & Stripes Award – Ready to be inspired? Join a panel of Stars & Stripes Award Recipients to learn about their projects, the program, and the benefits of earning this prestigious award! Bring your burning questions! Activity Level 1

10 Table for One, Please! – The world of dating can be confusing and, as in all things, it is crucial that God is glorified through our actions. Author Michelle Thompson will facilitate small group discussions on how to date rooted in your Christ-identity. Activity Level 1 *This workshop costs $10 extra for the book Teamwork and Communication – Participate in hands-on, interactive games, and learn techniques to develop trust and communication with one another while also learning problem-solving skills. This fun, fast-paced workshop will have you sweating and laughing at the same time as you learn how to work with groups using a series of problem-solving initiatives. Activity Level 3 The Great Flip Self Defense – Not only will you learn simple self-defense techniques and be introduced to the martial art called Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, but you'll discover God's great flip for you! Wear comfortable clothes and get ready to roll! Activity Level 3 The Importance of Christian Community – Join Katie Guiliano, of Hosanna Revival, to learn the importance of community and surrounding yourself with friends who will encourage you in your walk with Christ. Activity Level 1 The Leader as Shepherd – Dig into Scripture to explore the Biblical concept of shepherding as a universal Godly leadership principle! Whether at church, home, school, or in your Troop, you were chosen to lead. When you live into your calling as a leader, everything changes! Activity Level 2 The Narratives That We Weave – Narratives are the stories that we tell ourselves that tend to lead to misunderstandings in our relationships. We will explore where these stories come from and how we can equip ourselves for healthier interactions. Activity Level 2 The Power of Belief – Learn how beliefs we hold can shape our lives in many ways. How can we change our negative belief and how can we be agents of change for those who are hurting? Join Julie Cooper from Back2Back Ministries as she helps unravel the power of belief! Activity Level 1 The Upside of Letdowns – Join Brooks Gibbs in this interactive workshop teaching you how to view every negative problem you face into a positive opportunity for psychological and spiritual growth! Activity Level 1 Trauma Informed Servanthood – Trauma affects many people around the world, but many don't realize the effect it can have on their lives. Join a leading expert, Julie Cooper from Back2Back Ministries as she shares the basics of trauma care and how to be an effective healing presence in the life of those hurting. Activity Level 1 Troop Event Planning – Want to host a Father/Daughter Dance? A campout? A dance party? Work with a small group to brainstorm great ideas for your Troop's next themed event. You'll create a complete plan to take home and share with your Troop. Activity Level 2 U.S. Military Heroes – Spend time with some of our U.S. Military Heroes. Meet women in the military, experience interactive activities, and learn about women's contributions to the armed services. Activity Level 2 What Kind of Ripple Do You Make? – Join Author Frank A. DiLallo and his daughter, Joy, as they help you unpack the type of ripple you make in your world. They will share how to combat the "mean girl" phenomenon and overcome obstacles to build courage, strengthen resiliency, and positively affect those around you. Activity Level 1 What's and Why's of Worship – Worship is not something we only do on Sundays during a church service. The Lord has called us to worship him every day with our lives. Join Ignite Worship Collective, the official Convention worship band, to learn how worship can be implemented into your daily lives. Activity Level 2

11 Women of Faith Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! Learn about Women of Faith from the beginning of time to now, and how they can teach you about Jesus. Activity Level 2 World Languages Badge – Be the first to experience this new AHG Badge! A great way to explore a new language. À bientôt! Activity Level 2

Parent Talk Schedule

What are Parent Talks? Parent Talks are offered during each workshop session to give you the ability to step away for some adult time! Come hear special guest speakers present on relevant topics for you. You have plenty of time to drop off your girl at her Workshop, attend the Parent Talk, and return to pick up your girl.

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Session A: 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Raise Them Strong w/Brooks Gibbs

Session B: (2 options) 3:15pm – 4:30pm

Counter Cultural Parenting w/Lee Nienhuis

What color are your glasses? How we can equip our girls – and ourselves – with a Christian worldview w/Greg Schmidt

Friday, July 24, 2020

Session C: (2 options) 10:15am – 11:30am

Trusting God As You Raise the Girl He Gave You w/Jonathan Pitts

Raising Counter Culture Teens in Today’s Media Mess! w/Tina Griffin

Session D: 1:30pm – 2:45pm

Dad Matters w/Mark Hancock

Session E: 3:15pm – 4:30pm

International Justice Mission

Parent Talk Descriptions SESSION A:

Presenter: Brooks Gibbs. Resilience Educator www.brooksgibbs.com Title: Raise Them Strong Description: Is your parenting style promoting emotional resilience or weakness? In this presentation, Brooks Gibbs identifies the specific areas we can build up the emotional strength of children so they don't needlessly suffer from emotional pain or social conflict. Parenting an emotionally resilient child is possible when we can identify the areas they are most weak, and strengthen them in the spirit of fun and play.

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Presenter #1: Lee Nienhuis w/Moms in Prayer www.momsinprayer.org Title: Counter Cultural Parenting Description: While the moral tide of our culture is sweeping virtue, hard work, integrity, and godliness out to sea, raising a child with godly values is countercultural. But it’s not impossible. Change starts with you. Join Lee Nienhuis has she teaches us how to reject passivity and equip your kids to reflect Christ to the world. You can become the kind of countercultural parent your girl(s) need. Presenter #2: Greg Schmidt, AHG National Board Member Title: What color are your glasses? How we can equip our girls – and ourselves – with a Christian worldview Description: How do our daughters navigate a cultural landscape which challenges their foundational beliefs in faith, identity, and how to think? Greg will provide an overview of current cultural trends, identify Biblical Worldview elements within the new AHG Faith Awards that will specifically help our daughters think critically about these cultural influences, and address more advanced resources for parents and adult leaders to equip their children so that they have the tools to think and apply God's truths in every area of their lives. Greg Schmidt was the Troop Coordinator for AK2008, first Troop in Alaska, and served several Troops as Outdoor Events Coordinator. He has served on the AHG National Board of Trustees since 2010, and is the immediate Past President of the Board. He is a recently commissioned Colson Fellow.

SESSION C: (choose one)

Presenter #1: Jonathan Pitts w/For Girls Like You Magazine https://forgirlslikeyou.com Title: Trusting God as You Raise the Girl He Gave You: A Journey of Trust in Life’s Tragedies Description: Do you worry often about your daughter’s future? Do you struggle with the desire to control and manipulate her future? Do you find yourself gripping so tight that your mind can’t let go of the outcomes? Parenting is a delicate balance because it requires holding on tight enough to protect your daughter while allowing her the freedom to experience life’s failures and successes. Join Jonathan Pitts, husband of the late Wynter Pitts and father to Alena Pitts and President of For Girls Like You Ministries, as he takes you on his journey of loss and trust in a God who gives no guarantees in this life accept his presence. He will share his successes, failures, tips and his confidence in God’s goodness, despite the difficulty that this life can bring through the lens of his family’s tragedy on this July 24th day, two years ago. Presenter #2: Tina Griffin w/Counter Culture Mom www.counterculturemom.com

Title: Raising Counter Culture Teens in Today’s Media Mess! Description: Learn how to safely navigate today’s pop culture chaos in this parent-only session. While working as an actress in Hollywood for over a decade, pop culture expert, Tina Griffin, worked with countless celebrities and saw how they glamorized harmful behaviors without showing the consequences. In her show Hollywood Exposed, Tina analyzes current movies, TV shows, video games, apps and more, and explains how media’s corrupt messages are contributing to the teen identity crisis, sexual activity, drug and alcohol abuse, cutting, and suicide among young people. Behind-the-scenes footage of how celebrities shelter their own children from any harmful entertainment demonstrates the Hollywood hypocrisy. How stars are promoting Satanism and Witchcraft in movies, TV shows, lyrics, and even clothing are exposed, as well as their involvement in the occult. Positive role models, family-friendly entertainment options, and how to safeguard your home from any harmful media are given, along with many helpful resources. Tina also gives a rundown of her Counter Culture Mom app and it’s features, which helps you stay current on the latest pop culture news.

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This is an eye-opening, jam-packed session that will equip and educate you on how to monitor pop culture vying for your child’s attention. Choosing Godly entertainment will help shape your children’s Biblical worldview and teach them to be warriors for Christ.

SESSION D:

Presenter: Mark Hancock with Trail Life USA www.traillifeusa.com Title: Dad Matters Description: In a culture that puts less and less value on the differences between boys and girls and men and women, how do we provide a biblical model of what a dad or dad-like looks like? Mark Hancock, CEO of Trail Life USA and degreed Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist, provides a thoughtful and practical review of this challenging subject, inspiring both moms and dads with tools to impact the next generation.

SESSION E:

Presenter: International Justice Mission www.ijm.org Title: TBD Description: TBD