This Year @ CTS 2022 Included:

Track #1: Lead & Executive Pastors

As the church’s lead administrator and spiritual guide, the Lead and/or Executive Pastor is having to navigate their church through a digital transformation. This track is designed to empower and equip the Lead & Executive Pastor with tools and information to assist with that navigation. One of the highlights of this conference is the Lead & Executive Pastor Roundtable that will allow pastors to spend some quality time with some of the most successful pastors today.

10/04/2022 | 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

This session keynote is designed for both the Lead/Executive Pastor track as well as the Creative track (Digital Marketing/Social Media). Considered one of the ‘fathers’ of CRM, Sam will highlight what a CRM application is and the value & use of CRM in evangelism & discipleship. He’ll also share a bit about his journey of innovation & pioneer and how innovation is a must if the Church is going to be relevant and produce maximum fruit.

10/04/2022 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

What are the rules in using images in your social media campaigns? Can you be sued for broadcasting someone via Facebook Live without their consent? We are in a digital age and the church will need to be educated on what they can and cannot do as it relates to using digital.

10/04/2022 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Why doesn’t this work anymore? Many pastors are asking themselves this question after 2020. We know society and the church just went through a seismic shift but many of us are trying to traverse it. Ryan will explore the shifts in culture and how it affects how we do Church.

10/04/2022 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

How to help all in your local assembly embrace new technology; specifically addressing each generation’s mindset and appeal.

10/05/2022 | 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM

Join in an invigorating discussion with some of our nation’s most sought after thought leaders as we tackle sensitive and difficult issues within the church. How do we bridge the digital divide? What are some practical things that can be done to assist churches that are struggling with implementing technology?

10/05/2022 | 1:30 PM – 2:30PM

It has been said that authentic leadership does not come from the outside in. It comes from the inside out. In this season of pivoting, the mandate upon the Lead/Executive Pastor is to lead your ministry through evolutionary change to expand the reach of the church. If leadership is about influence, how is that influence harnessed for maximum impact in changing times?

10/05/2022 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

A session for Lead Pastors & Executive Pastors designed to address the importance of organizational leadership. We must transition from a hierarchal model to a circular model in order to be successful in digital ministry.

10/06/2022 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

In this presentation, James Lawrence will dive into the new world of cryptocurrency giving by explaining how cryptocurrency has become a powerful generosity tool for ministry. Topics will include Bitcoin versus blockchain, an overview of available giving methods, crypto demographics, tax implications, and a time of Q&A.

10/06/2022 | 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

Technology is advancing at record speed. As the Church, our message doesn’t change, but our mediums have to. Discover fresh perspective for content that not only keeps the attention of the congregation and inspires them to grow in their faith.

10/06/2022 | 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

Every church has an opportunity to find, train and empower the servant hearts of those who attend. Learn how to inspire and equip those in your midst to further the mission weekend after weekend, year after year.

10/06/2022 | 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a season of change and unprecedented challenges. One thing is certain, the way we do church has forever changed. It’s time for houses of worship to reevaluate their current space configuration and how to utilize that space most appropriately.