Conference Schedule

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008

12:00p Bus departs for Vatican Splendors and Church Library Tour  

5:30p Bus departs for Church Basement Ladies-A Second Helping Dinner & Comedy  

7:00p Conference registration open until 9:00pm

 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008

7:30a Breakfast Buffet begins (ends at 8:30)  

8:00a Registration begins - Exhibits open  

8:40a Welcome & Opening Remarks  

9:00a CELEBRATE! Hope - Keynote Speaker Jody Klescewski, Hazelden Publishing  

10:15a Break to visit Exhibits  

10:30a Workshop Sessions

101 Letter to a New Church Librarian - LB1
Bonnie Gilbertson, church librarian. Beginning steps for new church librarians with no library background! From creating a faith statement to purchasing, successes and failures, discover how to begin and grow your church library ministry. 

102 Weeding Wisdom for Your Collection (Repeated workshop. See #522) - LB1, CD
Vernita Kennen, retired public school librarian, church library coordinator.  Every library has "weeds" to be pulled! Learn the process of removing outdated, never-used or worn-looking books, recycling, and making room for new acquisitions. 

103 LibraryThing - AC, NET
Chris Magnusson, NCLA Board Member, professional and church librarian.  Discover and learn to use this free online catalog for your church library.  Start an account, add books, write reviews, see who has similar books, and so much more! 

104 I Love to Tell Stories! - PRG, LB2
June Wishman, Media specialist, storyteller extraordinaire. Learn techniques to help both polished and hesitant storytellers with selection and presentation of stories. 

105 Discover Your Strengths - DE
Jody Thone, Adult Ministries Director and writer. Explore the insights and applications of Living Your Strengths book and the Strengths Finder assessment and discover your strengths and unique design. (Prior purchase of Living Your Strengths and completing an online assessment is recommended but not required) 

11:30a Break - Visit Exhibits  

11:45a Lunch Buffet; Visit Exhibits  

1:00p Workshop Session II

206 Take a Tour of the NCLA Website - LB2, AC
Chris Magnusson, NCLA Board Member, professional and church librarian. The NCLA website continues to grow and expand for YOU! Learn how this tool can support and help you in your church library ministry. 

207 "Becoming" Every Day - DE
Paul Mork, author o/The Power of Becoming, teacher and coach. Discover the peace, purpose and happiness of living each day among others through stories.

208 Books: Prevent & Protect! Part 1 (max. 20 participants)
Kary Barth, KAPCO Book Protection, author KAPCO basic book repair guide. Quick and easy hands-on techniques for extending the life of books. Bring scissors and two items needing repair (e.g.. paperbacks, hardbound w/jacket). Continues during next workshop session.

209 Classification & Cataloging Made Easy! (Repeated workshop. See #626) - LB1 
Eva Nell Hunter, author and national church library specialist for Lifeway. An overview of the Dewey system with highlight on subject headings and special media types such as series, kits, books with DVD and more. 

210 Books that Inspire Courage - FY, CD
Lois Walfrid Johnson, best-selling author, 2007 Moonbeam Children's Book Award Bronze Medal winner. Be inspired by books that give the thoughtful attitudes of a child, teen, young or older adult with qualities of courage.

2:00p Break - Visit Exhibits 2:15p Workshop Session III

311 Creative FUNdraising! - LB2
Suzanne Anderson, NCLA Chapter Leader, church librarian. Ideas, adaptations, volunteers, lessons learned, and growth resulting from three successful fundraising projects. 

312 Passing on Faith Heritage - FY, PRO
Jeanne Gowen Dennis, award winning CAN author and speaker. Choosing resources to equip families to grow in their relationship and knowledge of God, and passing the biblical heritage to children and grandchildren. 

313 Books: Prevent & Protect! Part 2 (see Part I, #208) LB1
Kary Barth, KAPCO Book Protection, author KAPCO basic book repair guide. Quick and easy hands-on techniques for extending the life of books. Bring scissors and two items needing repair (e.g.. paperbacks, hardbound w/jacket).

314 Hot Off the Press! - CD
Beverly Snyder, Northwestern Book Stores. Look at current trends in Christian fiction, non-fiction, and Christian living. Discover benefits of developing a relationship with your local bookstore. 

315 Basic Steps to Library Automation - AC
Jarrett Volzer, Library Automation Specialist, Surpass Software. Introduction to automation software for church library ministry: functions of automation, preparing your collection, circulation procedures and researching software options. 

3:15p Break Refreshments; Visit Exhibits 3:45p Workshop Session IV

416 Promotions: Stand, Stick and Hang! (Repeated  workshop. See #836) - LB2
Eva Nell Hunter, author and national church library specialist for Lifeway. Attention-getting promotion techniques! View samples to make things stand, stick or hang while promoting church library ministry. 

417 Resources for Living Simply - CD
Rev Michael Mortvedt & Sandy Olson, co-director of Alternatives for Simple Living. Resources and an exploration of the practice of voluntary simplicity to promote healing of creation, relationships in the global community and faith communities.  Repeated workshop #628

418 Connections: How to Build an NCLA Network or Chapter in Your Area - NET, LB2
Beth Neu, NCLA Member Liaison. Find and create ways to network with other church librarians in your geographic location or through the Internet to share ideas and inspiration. Thinking about starting a local chapter? Gather information and assistance on chapter organization, community, events,
and more! 

419 Go Google Gadgets! - AC, NET
Chris Magnusson, NCLA Board Member, professional and church librarian. Discover the variety of FREE Google tools available at your fingertips! Calendars, blogs, email alerts, docs, instant messaging, RSS feeds plus more will be described and application explained. 

420 Faithbooking: Your Faith Journey Recorded - DE
Collen Steig, NCLA Chapter Leader, church library volunteer, Creative Memories consultant. Capture your faith journey using either a traditional scrap book or digital memory book to share with others. Celebrate family, festivities, memorials and other significant life events. 

4:45p Visit Exhibits  

5:00p NCLA Annual Meeting (45 minutes)  

5:45p Evening on your own! Hop the shuttle to the Mall of America or ride the light rail train to explore downtown Minneapolis.

  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2008

7:30a Breakfast Buffet begins (ends at 8:30)  

8:00a Conference registration begins & Exhibits open  

8:40a Welcome & Opening Remarks  

9:00a CELEBRATE! Stories of Faith - Christian Authors Network Panel Discussion  

10:15a Break - Visit Exhibits 10:30a Workshop Session V

521 Family Dialogue - FY, PRG
Jeanne Cowen Dennis, award winning CAN author and speaker. Advice on selecting children's books and films with a biblical view and helping parents and children dialogue on the ideas presented through these media. 

522 Weeding Wisdom for Your Collection (Repeated workshop. See #102) - LB1, CD
Vernita Kennen, retired public school librarian, church library coordinator.  Every library has "weeds" to be pulled! Learn the process of removing outdated, never-used or worn-looking books, recycling, and making room for new acquisitions.

523 E-News Connections I - NET, AC
Dulcie Campana, UCLA Chapter Newsletter Editor, church librarian. Learn to create library and chapter newsletters, including software programs that assist in design.

524 Evaluating Library Automation Software - AC
Jarrett Volzer, Library Automation Specialist, Surpass Software. Tips for evaluating automation software before purchasing, including free trials, comparing features, anticipating initial and annual expenses.

525 Beading your Way to Prayer - DE, PRG
Sue Swanson, teacher, artist, MDiv degree. The word bead means prayer. Explore prayer beads as a means to deepen personal conversations with God, and as a ministry activity your library can sponsor.  ($6 supplies fee payable at workshop)

11:30a Break - Visit Exhibits 11:45a Lunch buffet; Visit Exhibits 1:00p Workshop Session VI

626 Classification & Cataloging Made Easy! (repeated workshop. See #209) - LB1
Eva Nell Hunter, author and national church library specialist for Lifeway. An overview of the Dewey system with highlight on subject headings and special media types such as series, kits, books with DVD and more.

627 Reflections on Grief - DE
Dennis R. Miller, author and founder of Tears of Love Ministry. Encounter God's grace during grief and healing with music, video and discussion, as shared by a father who reflects on the enduring love and promises of others, following his daughter's death.

628 Resources for Living Simply - CD
Rev Michael Mortvedt & Sandy Olson, co-director of Alternatives for Simple Living. Resources and an exploration of the practice of voluntary simplicity to promote healing of creation, relationships in the global community and faith communities.  Repeated workshop #628

629 What's New for Young Readers? - CD, FY
Beverly Snyder, Northwestern Book Stores. Discover children's books for a variety of ages, including a segment for parents ranging from devotions to special needs. Repeated workshop 417

630 Creativity in You! - DE
Carol McCormick, professional storyteller, author, and speaker. Come discover ways to increase your joy and energy through creativity, allowing you to more effectively serve others!

2:00p Break - Visit Exhibits 2:15p Workshop Session VII

731 Rally Around Book Clubs - PRO, LB2
Sharon Hinck, CAN author, 2007 Mount Herman Christian's Writer Conference "Writer of the Year." Creative ideas to begin a new or energize an existing book club, including discussion styles, group rates
on book purchases, setting schedules, author "phone-in" involvement and so much more!

732 Getting Ready for Volunteers - LB2
Beth Neu, NCLA Member Liaison Without help, your library ministry can be limited in what it can accomplish. Learn and use the 3 basics of volunteer management: recruitment, retention and recognition. Already using volunteers? Find new ways to broaden your volunteer base with creative ideas.

733 Choosing ft Using AV Media - LB1, CD
Doreen Knudson, NCLA Board of Directors, church and Christian school librarian. Guidelines for selection and processing of CD's, DVD's and

734 Staging a Church Library Makeover - LB2
June Paynter, consultant, DEMCO Inc., Learn cost-effective ideas and trends in library design and decor, including circulation desks, shelving, signage, and more!

735 NCLA Chapter Know-how - NET
Panel discussion by past 6 current NCLA Chapter Leaders. Explore and discuss ideas and suggestions from chapter leaders who have found creative ways to meet the needs of their chapter members.  

3:15p Break- Refreshments; Visit Exhibits 3:45p Workshop Session VIII

836 Promotions: Stand, Stick and Hang! (Repeated workshop. See #416) - LB2
Eva Nell Hunter, author and national church library specialist for Lifeway. Attention-getting promotion techniques! View samples to make things stand, stick or hang while promoting church library ministry.

837 Copyright Essentials - LB2
Rachel Riensche, Attorney, NCLA Board Secretary. The copyright questions facing churches have never been more challenging. The answers aren't easy, but this workshop will provide the background and tools librarians need to act responsibly.

838 Writing Reviews for Readers - LB2
Jill Elizabeth Nelson, CAN author, romantic suspense Christian fiction. Learn the techniques and secrets of writing great book reviews for both the reader and the writer.

839 So Many Books! What to Choose? - LB1, CD
Karen Gieseke, church librarian, NCLA President. Tips and tools for creating a church library collection to fit the needs of your faith community.

840 The Youth vs. Pop Culture Faith Quotient - FY, CD
Pete Erickson, consultant, youth resources freelance writer/editor. Discover how to help young people use their faith to think critically about pop culture, movies, music and media.

4:45p Conference Give-aways & Good-bye  

5:00p Close of Conference Time to celebrate your library ministry!