The Remedy 11' Impact Movement Program Book

the remedy impact 2011 dec 28 - jan 12


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ConferenCe WelCome

ConferenCe SChedule

Seminar SChedule

Hotel map and food offeringS

The remedy 411

emcee bioS

ConferenCe by day

tHe remedy for Me

Seminar descriptions

A Whole ‘noTher level

ConferenCe eventS

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welcomehear. Believe. Speak.

Welcome to the 11th national conference of the impact movement: the remedy!

Our theme is inspired by romans 10:13-14: “everyone who calls on the name of the lord will be saved.”how, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? and how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? and how can they hear without someone preaching to them?

the apostle paul testifies to the necessity of people hearing the gospel. this is true of unbelievers but it is true of us, as well. We need to be constantly reminded of the truth that has changed and is changing us.

We know that jesus is the remedy and we cannot hear this truth too often. But, the challenge is to Believe all that it means for our lives. then, we are commanded to Speak that truth to all who will hear.

We need to hear it again and again so that we will truly believe it. not just at the point of salvation, but in the day to day difficulties, decisions and dilemmas of life.

But, it doesn’t stop there. We are called to speak (preach) this truth to others. We have the cure for the world’s spiritually fatal disease – sin, and jesus is the remedy!

We hope this year’s impact conference will remind you of these truths, equip you to live them out, and give you the opportunity to put into practice that which you learn - even before you leave new Orleans!

We have four days to be challenged and transformed. let’s set our eyes toward eternity.

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conference at

a glancewednesday, December 28

thursday, December 29

2:00pm – 6:30pm 6:30pm7:00pm9:30pm

9:30pm – 10:30pm 11:00pm – 1:00am

7:30am – 8:30am 8:30am9:00am

11:00am – 12:30pm 12:30pm

2:00pm – 3:30pm 4:00pm – 5:30pm

5:30pm7:00pm 7:30pm 9:30pm

10:30pm 11:00pm – 1:00am

registrationBallroom doors Openevening Session, the remedy Rasool Berrylate registration campus connectionthe dose*

prayerBallroom doors Openmorning Session, hear Keith Battleconnection timelunch Seminar Sessions #1men’s & Women’s timesdinner, reunions & receptionsBallroom doors Open evening Session, hear Jada Edwards level 3:16 concert reunions & receptionsthe dose*

friday, December 30

7:30am – 8:30am8:30am9:00am

11:00am – 12:00pm12:00pm – 1:15pm

1:30pm – 3:00pm 3:00-7:00pm

7:00pm7:30pm 9:30pm

11:00pm11:00- 1:00am

prayerBallroom doors Openmorning Session, Believe Keith Battleimpact OpportunitieslunchSeminar Sessions #2Free time/music & theater auditions/ reunions & receptions & dinnerBallroom doors Open evening Session, Believe Darryl Smithmali music concert reunions & receptionsthe dose*

where we areThe Hyatt Regency Hotel601 Loyola Avenue New Orleans, LA 70113(504) 561-1234

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* The Dose is this year’s coffeehouse experience


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saturday, December 31

sunday, january 1

7:30am – 8:30am 8:30am

9:00am 11:00am – 5:30pm

5:30pm – 8:00pm 9:00pm

Happy New Year! 12:00pm

Safe Travels!

prayerBallroom doors Openmorning Session, Speak Keith Battleday of Outreachdinner, reunions & receptionsclosing Session: Dr. Charles Gilmer new year’s eve celebration and party

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Contact our conference office as soon as possible. We have Impact staff members and conference volunteers available to assist you, including our conference marshals who are overseeing security for this event. Please notify one of these individuals to help you as well.

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semInars

thursDay, December 2911:00AM - 12:30PM ConneCTIon GrouPS

high School connection time Student venture Staff ONward

networking with the impact association

justin jones-Fosu ImperIal 1

Building relationships with Other leaders

raymond & Brook eneas

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college - West, South & northeast region (ak, al, ar, aZ, ca, ct, cO, de, Fl, hi, ia, id, kS, ma, me, mn, mO, mS, mt, nd, ne, nh, nj, nm, nv, ny, Ok, Or, pa, ri, Sd, tX, Ut, vt, Wa, Wy)

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college - midwest region (in, il, ky, mi, Oh, Wi)

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college - Southeast region (dc, Ga, md, nc, Sc, tn, va, Wv)

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thursDay, December 292:00 - 3:30PM SeMInArS

christ in the culture#christculture

Brady “phanatik” Goodwin GrOup a

healthy relationships#meandyou

pastor chip luter GrOup B

the essentials of the christian life#vital

c.j. neal GrOup C

discipleship#passitOn

yana conner Treme 2

assurance of Salvation#knOWthatyouknOW

vaughn Walston Treme 1

discerning God’s Will#decisionsdecisions

pastor leon Brooks iii ImperIal 3

Growing with God#gottaGrow

pastor john Onwuchekwa BeCHeT

Sexual purity#letstalkaboutSex

pastor Blake Wilson IrISH CHaNNel 1

a panel discussion on Greek life#Greeklife:2BornOt2B

pastor james roberson (Facilitator)

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Servant leadership#leadlikejesus

Greg hersey IrISH CHaNNel 2

Stewardship#GoodStewards

Ben rivera JOHNSON


thursDay, December 292:00 - 3:30PM SeMInArS

prayer & Fasting#talkingtoGod

pastor jumaine jones BuCkTOwN 1

the remedy in the Workplace

a panel discussion ImperIal 1

When nobody’s looking pastor mike jones OlIver

4:00 - 5:30PM Men’S & WoMen’S TIMe SeSSIonS

high School Guys’ time marvin daniels ONward

high School Girls’ time natalie “Suzy rock” Sims ImperIal 3

college men rod hairston elITe

college Women kim Gillespie CeleSTIN

alumni men’s time pastor conway edwards ImperIal 1

alumni Women’s time pastor jada edwards ImperIal 2

the Same Gospel, multiple lenses

pastor james roberson OlIver

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frIDay, December 3011:00AM - 12:00PM SeMInArS & InVolVeMenT oPPorTunITIeS


Brady “phanatik” Goodwin

GrOup C


pastor chip luter GrOup a


c.j. neal GrOup B

Starting a Student venture (hS Opportunity)

Student venture Staff member

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Working Full-time with the impact movement

dr. charles and rebecca Gilmer

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raising money for your Outreach

tracie Warren Treme 1

Starting an impact chapter kai Gibbons ImperIal 4

Building your impact chapter patrice holmes BeCHeT

high School ministry Student venture Staff member

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impact haiti - college Students & alumni

impact Staff member BuCkTOwN 1

cru Friends and ambassadors

Stacy Sample, eric Gravelle, lorna johnson

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impact S.i.p. (Summer internship program)

impact Staff member TrIaNON 1

iman Summer adventure Greg hersey TrIaNON 2

impact music tamica Berry IrISH CHaNNel 1


frIDay, December 3011:00AM - 12:00PM SeMInArS & InVolVeMenT oPPorTunITIeS

impact leadership mission moe hafeez/yana conner

IrISH CHaNNel 2

impact theater lynette holmes ImperIal 2

impact alumni volunteer Service

tiffany lewis ImperIal 1

impacting the local church priscilla eubanks OlIver

1:30 - 3:00PM SeMInArS


Brady “phanatik” Goodwin

GrOup B


pastor chip luter GrOup C


c.j. neal GrOup a

discipleship#passitOn

yana conner Treme 2

community engagement #iactBytutoring

vaughn Walston Treme 1

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frIDay, December 301:30 - 3:00PM SeMInArS

discerning God’s Will#decisionsdecisions


Growing with God#gottaGrow

pastor john Onwuchekwa

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Sexual purity#letstalkaboutSex

pastor Blake Wilson IrISH CHaNNel 1

Staying Out of debt#creditcounts


Boundaries#justSayno

pastor john Onwuchekwa

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a conversation for Single men#4menOnly

pastor conway edwards

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a conversation for Single Women#alltheSingleladies

casondra Brown TrIaNON 1

dealing with Wounds#BrokenButnOtdestroyed

kim Gillespie IrISH CHaNNel 2

Building creative community#artisticcommunity

amena Brown BuCkTOwN 2

life Goals: Stewarding money, priorities & calling

a panel discussion ImperIal 1

Building creative resources marvin daniels ImperIal 2

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hotel map and fooD offerIngs(continued)Because there are limited food options within walking distance of the hotel, the Hyatt Regency New Orleans is proud to offer a variety of food options on-site. A meal card for hotel restaurants can be purchased for $50 and with it you’ll get an additional $25 free. You can also purchase a $75 meal card and receive an additional $25 free.

A discount of 20% is available for a la carte menu prices when you show your conference badge. This discount is not available for buffet meals. On-site food options include:

8 bloCk kitCHen & bar located on the 3rd floor

the cornerstone of the hotel’s illustrious dining options, 8 Block kitchen & Bar pays homage to the eight blocks that comprise Upper Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, one of the city’s most iconic and historic attractions known for local culture and classic cuisine. Serving breakfast and lunch, the 360-seat, full-service restaurant offers a menu of local, seasonally inspired dishes with traditional new Orleans style. Buffet and take-out options available.

vitaSCope Halllocated on the 3rd floor

named after the world’s first for-profit movie theater built in new Orleans in 1896, vitascope hall touts a state-of-the-art entertainment system with 25 flat-screen tvs and historically modern american cuisine that extends well beyond typical bar fare, including signature burgers, an exceptional raw bar, offering a seasonal selection of locally sourced louisiana seafood and beautifully presented, top-quality sushi. Buffet and take-out options available.


lagniappe exCHangelocated on the 2nd floor

Guests looking to satisfy any-time cravings need to look no further than lagniappe exchange, a 24-hour fresh market and convenience store that stocks fruit, breakfast pastries and sandwiches, as well as a gumbo of the day, salads, hot & cold sandwiches, sushi and desserts, all prepared daily and perfect for your in-room refrigerator. you can also purchase select toiletries, health and beauty products, and sundries.

WHole Hog Cafelocated in the lobby of the entergy Building, 2nd floor

menu includes BBQ sandwiches, wraps, nachos and salads.

pre-order your lunCH optionlocated outside of Celestin Ballroom

the hyatt regency will set up a pre-order lunch station prior to our conference morning sessions each day. hours for this station are based upon our conference schedule. you may place a pre-order for lunch pick up outside the celestin Ballroom. payment is due at the time the order is placed. items available for pre-order include:

choice of 18” cheese or pepperoni pizza and 2 cans of Soda (food for two) - $12.00 inclusive turkey Sandwich, Bag of chips and can of Soda - $7.95 inclusive

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Fried chicken Fingers and can of Soda - $7.95 inclusive Grilled chicken caesar Salad - $7.95 inclusive

StarbuCkSlocated on the 2nd floor

With approximately 60 seats, Starbucks will feature a selection of freshly brewed coffees and teas, espresso drinks and snack options.

You can also choose to buy items from the local grocery store which is within walking distance from the hotel. Each hotel room is equipped with a refrigerator however there is not a microwave in the room.


411 the remeDy The details so you can experience the conference to the fullest!

HyATT RegeNCy AddRess601 loyola Avenue new orleans, lA 70113(504) 561-1234

let family know that you’ve arrived and how to reach you while here in new orleans.

MeALsAll meals are your responsibility. lunch will only be provided only during the day of outreach.

food offerings: 8 Block kitchen, vitascope Hall, lagniappe exchange, whole Hog Cafe, and Starbucks.

All options except buffet meals are available to conferees at a special rate with 20% off listed menu price. You’ll need your nametag to receive the discount. There’s also a local grocery store within walking distance. each hotel room is equipped with a refrigerator but there is not a microwave.

LOsT ANd FOuNdAll lost and found items will be located at the conference information desk.

NAMeTAgsYou will need your nametag to get into the main and seminar sessions. If you lose your nametag, a replacement can be purchased. Stop by the conference office for more details.

HOTeL CHeCk OuTBefore leaving the hotel on January 1, 2012, please drop off your key at the hotel front desk. Check-out time is noon.


ROOM CHARges ANd CHANgesCharges are not allowed to your room unless you leave your debit or credit card. do not make any local or long distance calls from your room unless you desire to pay for them. Please stay in the room assigned to you at registration.

CONFeReNCe sTOReAn array of Christian books, music, conference and Impact gear, conference main session and seminar messages are available at the Impact ’11 bookstore. Make sure you stop by before the conference ends.

Store hours are from 11 AM to 11 PM and is closed during all general sessions.

ONLINe CONFeReNCe suRveyWe want to hear about your experience! We will provide an online conference survey to capture your experiences and evaluation of Impact ’11. The survey will be e-mailed and shared on facebook and Twitter.

geNeRAL HOTeL POLICIesPlease be a considerate and careful guest, mindful of your volume level. We want to be considerate of other guests staying in the hotel. refrain from visiting guests of opposite sex in their rooms. our coffeehouse venue, THe dOse, is a great place to connect.

seCuRITyKeep your car doors and hotel doors locked at all times. Men, please don’t allow women to go outside the hotel alone at night without escorts. Women, please ask a guy to go with you if you have to leave the hotel after dark. remove your nametags when leaving the hotel as well.

guesTsA guest must register as a conferee according to the prorated schedule of our $45 daily pass rate. Stop by the conference information desk for more details.


THe TOP 11 @ ‘11#1 Seek quiet moments with God. Simply enjoy talking with him, share your concerns, dreams, desires, and challenges. listen to him as he speaks to your heart.

#2 Make a point to be on time to each of the sessions. Set boundaries for yourself and live within margin at the conference, so you’re not spreading yourself too thin.

#3 Keep a consistent witness. Be mindful of how we’re interacting with others while here.

#4 let’s also be respectful of each other, the hotel employees, and conference volunteers who are serving.

#5 Celebrate. Thank God for the provision and opportunity to attend Impact ’11. Celebrate what God’s showing you while you’re in the process of this conference. do this by sharing your story with someone new like an Impact conference alumni.

#6 enjoy yourself. have fun and fellowship with hundreds who are just as passionate about God as you.

#7 Make sure to share all the fun you’re having with others by tweeting (hash tag #theremedy11) and updating your facebook statuses!

#8 Get enough sleep and drink plenty of water so that you can fully enjoy the conference and be hydrated.

#9 Take tons of photos and post them on Impact’s facebook fan page! You can start as soon as you get arrive, tag your friends and share the photos. Make sure you’re connected at www.facebook.com/theimpactmovement.

#10 Serve someone intentionally, whether you offer someone a seat, your place on the elevator or help them with their bags, be a purposeful servant these next four days.

#11 determine to leave new orleans different than you came. don’t let Impact 11 be “just another conference.” listen to God and respond to the ways he’s challenging you to change as a result of being here.


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praiSe god for allowing us to make it here safely. Pray that while we’re here, and afterward, our hearts and ears would be open to what God has to say through his word and his speakers. Ask God to lead the speakers to deliver messages that will connect with every listener. Ask God to empower us by his Spirit to not just be hearers of his word, but to be doers also.

praiSe god for the opportunity to share the truth of the gospel with others during the day of outreach. Pray that we would go out in the power of the holy Spirit, share what he gives us to say, and leave the results to him. Ask God to begin to prepare the hearts of all those we will encounter on that day. Ask God to continue to water the seeds (God’s truth) that will be shared with them long after that day.

praiSe god that we are not alone in following Christ, we are a part of his body. Pray that we would continue to connect and unite with others. Ask God to raise up new leaders in our midst who will begin movements of prayer, discipleship, Bible study, community service and outreach on their campuses, jobs and in their communities.

praiSe god for using The Impact Movement to encourage us in our faith walks and challenge us to grow. Pray about how God might lead us to invest in ministry partnership with The Impact Movement and by serving with Impact’s ministry fellowship program or joining full-time staff.


francine saunders is a native of miramar, Fl. She graduated from princeton University in princeton, nj with a Bachelor’s in east asian Studies and a certificate in dance. there she also became involved with and helped give leadership to princeton’s impact chapter. For two years, she served in a ministry fellowship with the impact movement in the Fund development department, the staff care team and as a field ministry coach for the northeast region. Francine is currently training with inlet dance theatre, a modern dance company in cleveland, Oh and believes that pursuing this art form with excellence will give her a platform to share christ with other artists. She is thrilled to be serving as one of the emcees for the remedy and prays that this week, we will all hear, believe and speak!

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stevener gaskin Jr. is from Gary, in where he attended emerson high School for the visual and performing arts. in 2004 he continued his schooling at indiana University Bloomington. Within his sophomore year of 2005, Steve started a relationship with jesus christ. in 2006, he attended his first impact conference with derrick puckett, who discipled him on campus. he graduated from iU in 2008 with a Bachelor of arts in african-american Studies/Sociology and a minor in theater. today, Steve serves as a ministry fellow with impact music. he is passionate about the deep things of God, yet enjoys the simple things in life.


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December 28TheMe: oVerVIeW of The reMedYeVenInG SeSSIon: rASool BerrY

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rasool berry is the director of impact music, and the leader of the midwest impact regional team which serves impact chapters and community strategies in the midwest. he and his wife, tamica have been married for ten years and currently reside in the indianapolis area with their daughter, ire’ana. he graduated from the University of pennsylvania with a Bachelor of arts in africana Studies and a minor in Sociology. rasool has served with the impact movement for eleven years in a variety of roles in Washington d.c. and Orlando, Fl before moving to indiana. he enjoys good food, is a big philly sports fan and is passionate about hip-hop and apologetics.

Follow him on Twitter@raSoolberry@raSoolberry


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December 29TheMe: heArMornInG SeSSIon: KeITh BATTle

Keith battle is the Founding and lead pastor of Zion church located in landover, md. he served as a Board member of the impact movement. Since 1991, he has been involved with the impact national conference either as an attendee or speaker. keith is a graduate of Washington Bible college. he and his wife, vicki, reside in Bowie, md with their three children - asha, asa, and kendall.

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Jada edwards is an experienced speaker, Bible teacher and mentor. jada has committed her life to equipping women of all ages, regardless of marital status, with practical, biblical truth to help them live more genuine lives. She’s always had a passion for ministry and sharing God’s love. jada currently serves as the Women’s ministry director and the creative Services architect for One, where her husband conway serves as the lead pastor. jada lives in allen, tX with her husband conway.

December 29eVenInG SeSSIon: JAdA edWArdSleVel 3:16 ConCerT

Follow her on Twitter@jadaedWardS1721@jadaedWardS1721


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level 3:16 is a group of focused and determined “musicianaries”(music-missionaries) with the impact movement. they met and were assembled by impact music for the impact music Summer mission. the uniqueness of the group is evident, not only in their formation, but also in their configuration. how many bands do you know that have a combination of 2 male emcees (Stv G. and chris t.), 3 female vocalists (kmase, candace and crystal), and 1 female dj (kB)? With this unique combination, level 3:16 uses hip hop, r&B and urban gospel all with a

powerful and life changing message. their self-titled debut album released december 28, 2010 on cross movement records.

the album reached excellent charting success in its first week, charting #1 on the r&B/hip hop christian Sound Scan chart, #1 on christian rap amazon mp3, #1 on christian contemporary music amazon mp3, #2 on itunes christian & Gospel, #3 on Gospel amazon mp3, and #8 on the Billboard Gospel chart.

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Since that time level 3:16 has enjoyed the privileges of opening for michael W. Smith this past spring in tifton Ga, and was part of the legacy conference line up of artists that included lecrae, Flame, and others this past july. despite current successes the group’s main focus remains to elevate their culture and generation to the next level of reality that begins only with embracing the gospel message of jesus christ.

in 2012 level 3:16 will be featured in a docu-reality show produced by issachar media and plan to release a second album with cross movement records so stay tuned!

To get band updates, book concerts, buy music & merchandise or watch videos, visit Level316.com.

Follow them on Twitter

@level316@level316


December 30TheMe: BelIeVeMornInG SeSSIon: KeITh BATTleeVenInG SeSSIon: dArrYl SMIThMAlI MuSIC ConCerT

Darryl smith was born and raised in chattanooga, tn. God saved him in 1991; he was licensed to preach in 1992 and ordained in 1994. he has been on staff with cru (the ministry previously known as campus crusade for christ) since 1996. he began his ministry working with high school students at howard high School in chattanooga, served as chattanooga’s city director, and the Southeast regional director. in the summer of 2006, darryl became the new executive director for Student venture, campus crusade’s ministry to high school students. darryl speaks to high school students, college students and adults across the country. darryl is married to Gwen and has three children.

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malI musIcmalI musIcJamaal “mali music” pollard is truth in music! the Savannah, Ga born, now Fresno, ca based singer, songwriter, and producer is breaking out of the conventional gospel music. mali music began playing piano at age 5, wrote his first song at age 8, and has been actively pursuing his music ministry and career ever since, adding acoustic guitar to his instrumental proficiency.

mali music serves as minister of music at Faith on the move ministries and though he

remains unrestricted as a musician and artist, his passion lies in creating powerful, effective christian lifestyle music that crosses genres and seeps to the core of people.

the infinite boundaries his debut album the 2econd coming presents throughout contemporary christian and Gospel music have the industry buzzing and consumers eager to get their hands on this eclectic masterpiece and experience the freedom in this young man’s music.

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“the Boldness of the apostles, the faith of the prophets, and the undeniable truth of the Word of God, fuels me lyrically, and it’s what keeps me going”, voices mali music. “Frank Sinatra, Sam cooke, 40’s music, Big Band arrangements, and pixar Film scores inspire my versatility and keep my mind open to the endless potential of what we call mUSic.”

mali music’s musical gift is evident and undeniable in the 2econd coming. ever seeking to enhance his craft, mali music persistently studies, increasing his knowledge of music theory with a determination to build his musical repertoire as he constantly writes and experiments with diverse vocal styles. as his genius grows, jamaal “mali music” pollard is sure to unforgettably impact the world.

Follow him on Twitter

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December 31TheMe: SPeAKeVAnGelISM TrAInInGMornInG SeSSIon: KeITh BATTledAY of ouTreACh

Dr. charles gilmer is from charleston, Wv. a 1981 University of pennsylvania graduate, he ministered to students at morehouse for three years and at howard for eight before serving as national director of ethnic Student ministries with campus crusade for christ. he and his wife of over 30 years (the former rebecca Guillory) have six children. he is the founding president and chairman of the Board of the impact movement, inc. and the author of “a cry of hope, a call to action”.

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December 31eVenInG SeSSIon:dr. ChArleS GIlMerneW YeAr’S eVe CeleBrATIon

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six months after hurricane katrina battered new Orleans, in march 2006 the impact movement launched

the impact n.O.W. (new Orleans Work) project. this project was the first of its kind, bringing more than 500 african american men and women from across the world into the heart of new Orleans. Students gave up their spring breaks to gut houses, distribute food, and remove debris from the storm. the mission during that project: show the love of christ by serving the community in a time of despair. today, five years later, we seek to continue serving the new Orleans community through the day of Outreach at this year’s impact national conference. Whereas during impact n.O.W. we sought to serve the physical needs of the community, today we seek to serve the spiritual needs by providing the “remedy” of the good news of jesus christ. the day of Outreach is a strategic intentional effort to train, equip, and mobilize conferees for the purpose of sharing christ’s message of love and hope. Our vision is seeing the community of new Orleans transformed with the saving grace of jesus christ through the vessel of african american students and students of african descent. We have partnered with over 20 churches and community organizations in the new Orleans surrounding area to make that vision a reality.

We are asking you to pray matthew 9:37-38, that God would send out faithful workers for the harvest. We are also asking you to pray that God will select and connect our outreach teams with men and women who confess and believe jesus as lord of their lives. lastly, please pray for a true sense of peace throughout this day and for the entire conference. We are thankful you are here to take part in this experience and trusting the lord for how he’ll use this time to change your life as well.


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You’re here! Welcome to the remedy ‘11! Over the next few days you’ll experience life-

changing events! i know this because seven years ago around this exact time i was a student at virginia tech and i attended the impact 2004 national conference, run to Win, and walked away changed forever. it blew my mind to see hundreds and hundreds of students who looked like me—hungry for the lord.

Before it was all said and done, i was encouraged by the speak-ers, convicted by the seminars, and exposed more to this new world of christian hip hop. i was also blessed by the fellowship of meeting new people, exhausted from staying up too late and challenged to never be the same when i returned back to my campus.

i never thought i would walk away from that conference with my life perspective, goals and passion flipped upside down. praiSe GOd for how he used that conference to be the catalyst for where i am now! Seven years later, i’m heading into my 5th year of full-time christian work as a mission ary. i’m serving with impact music, primarily as the dj for level 3:16. the lord has also given me the amazing privilege to be your program director for this year’s conference.

my prayer for you is that you leave this conference different than you came. i pray you would experi-ence the lord either for the first time, through his gift of salvation, or find yourself refreshed and encouraged on your journey with him. i hope that you will experience great truth and insight through our main session speakers and find yourself surrendered during the time of worship and singing.

may you feel welcomed by mr. and mrs. Gilmer, loved by our conference emcees Stevie G. and Francine, blown away by the community of believers and pushed more and more towards our heavenly Father. lastly, i hope you encounter “the remedy” these next few days and leave compelled to extend “the remedy” to the rest of the World.


semInar DescrIptIons

MeN’s ANd WOMeN’s TIMe sessIONs

high School Men’s TimeDec 29, 4-5:30pm | Onwardhigh School Women’s TimeDec 29, 4-5:30pm | Imperial 3

College Men’s TimeDec 29, 4-5:30pm | Elite BallroomCollege Women’s TimeDec 29, 4-5:30pm | Celestin Ballroom

Alumni Men’s TimeDec 29, 4-5:30pm | Imperial 1Alumni Women’s TimeDec 29, 4-5:30pm | Imperial 2

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high School Connection TimeDec 29, 11:00am-12:30pm | Onwardcome together for a special connection time. expect high energy and excitement as you find out what group you will be with and have a chance to represent your team strong. We will all start together as a big group and then break off into teams. come hype. Go hard. it’s conference time, baby!

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Christ in the Culture #ChristCultureit’s true that our culture keeps changing. We are tweeting and Oovoo-ing now, more than ever. Our media uses sex to grasp our attention and the culture around us totally goes against the beliefs of our faith. Find out how you, as a believer, can see God at work within our culture and more importantly, at work within you!

healthy relationships #MeandyouSometimes it’s hard for us to find a balance in our relationships. With school and so many other obligations, how in the world do we find time to hang out with our families, be a good friend and even try to be in a “christian relationship”? this conversation will talk about having balanced and healthy relationships and where God fits in between #meandyOU.

The essentials of the Christian life #vitalWe hear tons of “do’s” and “don’ts” when it comes to being a christian and at times it can be overwhelming. this conversation will bring us back to the basics; the foundations of our faith. together, we will learn about the most important components that will help us grow in our faith. these things aren’t just recommendations, they are #vital.

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discipleship #PassItOnDec. 29, 2-3:30pm & Dec 30, 1:30-3pm | Treme 2as christians, we are commissioned to GO and make disciples. the problem is, when does anyone have time to do that? and how? Well this seminar is for you. come and get practical insight on the biblical mandate of discipleship and how we can be creative about taking this powerful message and #passitOn.

Assurance of Salvation #kNOWthatyoukNOWDec. 29, 2-3:30pm | Treme 1in a world full of uncertainties, can you live with an uncertainty of your salvation? do you wonder where you will spend eternity? have you questioned whether or not you are saved? Or an even better question, what does it mean to be saved? this is one thing you want to be sure about! come and discover biblical truths pertaining to salvation to help settle your doubts regarding where you stand for eternity; i’m sure you want to #knOWthatyouknOW!


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discerning God’s Will #decisionsdecisionsDec. 29, 2-3:30pm & Dec 30, 1:30-3pm| Imperial 3as you are entering your junior and senior year of college there are so many questions that need to be answered. the one question that seems to unanimously plague us as college students is “What’s next?” What happens when you feel God’s leading you separate from your major or when your parents want something from you that you are just not feeling. let’s talk about discerning God’s will as we wade through the depth of these tough #decisionsdecisions

Growing with God #gottagrowDec. 29, 2-3:30pm & Dec 30, 1:30-3pm | Bechetare you having trouble developing a quiet time with God? Or not sure what exactly that means and even how to develop this personal relationship with God? come out to find effective ways to build a solid relationship with God that can help you to become closer to him. We can’t stay where we are, we #GottaGrow!

Sexual Purity #LetsTalkAboutsexDec. 29, 2-3:30pm & Dec 30, 1:30-3pm | Irish Channel 1Sex has become the magnet of our culture. Sex is explicitly placed throughout music, television shows, movies, commercials, advertisements and even within our school systems. yet, it seems to be a taboo issue when sex is bought up in christian settings. Well, it’s relevant. We can’t ignore what’s right around us. join us and #letstalkaboutsex.

A Panel discussion on Greek life #greekLife:2BorNOT2BDec. 29, 2-3:30pm | Trianonyou’ve seen the jackets, heard the calls and witnessed the probates. maybe you have even crossed the sands. Whether you’re from an hBcU or have seen movies like Stomp the yard, you have noticed the popular presence of Greek organizations on your campus. Be a part of this interesting panel discussion on the pros and cons of #Greeklife as a believer from multiple viewpoints.

Servant leadership #LeadLikeJesusDec. 29, 2-3:30pm | Irish Channel 2Our society has a skewed view of leadership that says leaders must claw their way to the top; that leaders must be tough, show no mercy and flaunt their power. that’s not what jesus says. the biblical view of leadership is that of a servant; jesus traded his robes of glory for a towel and wash basin. Find out how to lead those around you as a servant; find out how to #leadlikejesus.


Stewardship #goodstewardsDec. 29, 2-3:30pm | JohnsonWe can often be quite reckless when we are using things of our own. however, when we understand that we are taking care of someone else’s stuff, we take better care of it. come to this seminar and join the conversation about how we are to be #GoodStewards over what God has loaned us.

Prayer & fasting #TalkingTogodDec. 29, 2-3:30pm | Bucktown 1ever wonder if you pray “correctly”? how about fasting? What does it really mean to fast effectively and how do we sacrifice to God in that way? this seminar will cover the biblical view of prayer and fasting and provide practical insight on how to position yourself during times of #talkingtoGod.

Staying out of debt #CreditCountsDec 30, 1:30-3pm | Bucktown 1credit cards are perfect for the here and now; they provide money to buy laundry detergent, umbrellas on that random rainy day and that new pair of shoes that you promise to pay off with the refund check that you are so excited about! nevertheless, we tend to be somewhat uninformed on how to build our credit, instead of ruining it. We swipe all day, but we need to realize that #creditcounts!

Boundaries #JustsayNoDec 30, 1:30-3pm | Imperial 4Balancing our obligations and all the requests we receive can be overwhelming. how do we know if the good things we say yes to are God things? the good is often the worst enemy of the best. Boundaries will help us be successful in life and ministry. let’s talk about how and why we must #justSayno to good things!

A Conversation for Single Men #4MenOnlyDec 30, 1:30-3pm | Trianon 2Fellas!! do you have your eye on a young lady? Want some pointers on how to pursue her biblically? let’s have some real talk about our role as men in relationships; how to guard her heart and yours and what it really means to be the leader. come through for a #4menOnly conversation about how to intentionally move forward.


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networking With The Impact AssociationDec. 29, 11:00am-12:30pm | Imperial 1it is hard to network in the business world. especially when you come from a very laid back environment where jeans and t-shirts were your business attire. come gain amazing insight on how to market yourself as a young professional and also have some time to practice that as we network and meet other impact alumni. Be sure to bring your business cards!

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A Conversation for Single Women #AllthesingleLadiesDec 30, 1:30-3pm | Trianon 1hey ladies!! paul describes singleness as a gift…Say What?! yes, a gift, but it doesn’t always feel like one! let’s have some discussion around our desire for marriage and what it looks like to embrace our singleness as a gift. remember, this is just for #alltheSingleladies

Building Creative Community #ArtisticCommunityDec 30, 1:30-3pm | Bucktown 2Whether you consider yourself an artist, leading a team of artists or live in a city with a strong arts scene, this workshop will provide a guide to help you serve your local church or organization with your talents as well as provide you with tools to engage your local #artisticcommunity. dealing with Wounds #BrokenButNOTdestroyedDec 30, 1:30-3pm | Irish Channel 2there are times that disasters unapologetically drop amidst our everyday lives and we find ourselves walking amongst the broken pieces. the question is not will we, as christians, experience these hurts and afflictions. rather, how we as christians respond to being wounded and broken, how to forgive others and deal with unwelcomed pain and shattered dreams. come with an expectancy because you are #BrokenButnOtdestroyed

Community engagement #IactBytutoringDec. 30, 1:30-3pm | Treme 1 impact is serious about actinG to address the needs in our community. We have a strategic opportunity to address those who are at risk in the next generation by tutoring. come hear how to use this act of service to reach kids and fellow students with the gospel and make a lasting difference in our community.


The remedy in the Workplace, Panel discussionDec. 29, 1:30-3pm | Imperial 1how do we bring glory to God, exercise the Great commission, and succeed as a professional? how can we be the same person monday through Friday as we are on Sunday? do we need to spout christian-ese at business meetings so that people know that we are christians? can we translate christian-ese to a more culturally relevant language? is being selfless sufficient to demonstrate christ to co-workers when many educated and atheistic cultures emulate selflessness also? come hear from a panel of seasoned professionals about how to apply your faith in a professional workplace.

life Goals: Stewarding Assets while discerning God’s Will, Panel discussion Dec 30, 1:30-3pm | Imperial 1What should we be working towards? christ says do not worry about tomorrow, but money magazine says to be sure to sock away enough money for retirement and children’s education. Should i be looking for the job that makes me the most money so i can give the most away, or should i be working in a job that pays little but helps ‘the least’? Our panelists will help us determine how to be a good steward of the assets, talents, skills, and desires God has given us, without allowing money to stand in the way of performing his will.

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Building relationships with other leadersDec. 29, 11:00am-12:30pm | OliverWhat an awesome time this will be for church leaders to come together, network and build relationships with like-minded people both locally and across the United States! We will also have great instruction and valuable insight given about how to leverage these networks.

The Same Gospel, Multiple lensesDec. 29, 2-3:30pm | Oliverit is not hard to see that the culture around us is changing. it was recently said that we are using 20th century tactics to win a 21st century audience, and it’s not working. come and get practical insight about how to effectively communicate to this generation.

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When nobody’s looking...Dec 29, 4-5:30pm | OliverWhile we minister, preach and/or teach to so many others, it is easy to allow our wells to run dry. Furthermore, the top can be lonely and there is usually a lack of strong accountability and openness about our personal lives as leaders. this seminar will communicate the importance of our core values; having integrity, accountability and character as church leaders.

IMPACTing the local ChurchDec 30, 11:00am-12:30pm | Oliverthe impact movement has skillfully been present on college campuses all over the United States and abroad. We want to begin to build a bridge as a pipeline for local churches to benefit from the way God is moving in the lives of young people. in this seminar, find out how local churches can partner with impact in a mutually beneficial relationship to advance the kingdom.


INvOLveMeNT OPPORTuNITIesAll Opportunity Seminars will take place on Dec. 30, 11:00am – 12:30pm

Starting a Student Venture (high School)Imperial 3it’s awesome to come to a conference and experience God in a group setting like this. however, it is difficult when you feel as if you are the only christian at your school and you desire to do something about it, but just don’t know how. come to this seminar to figure out how you could start a Student venture ministry in your high school.

Working full Time with The Impact MovementBucktown 2Want more people to have the impact experience? hear from president and Founder of the impact movement, dr. charles Gilmer, on how yOU can serve with impact as a Staff member or ministry Fellow. Service with impact will stretch your faith and develop your leadership potential. Full-time, short term (1-2 years) and part time options will be presented and discussed.

raising Money for Your outreach Treme 1you’ve heard all the stories about great times your friends had on summer missions. But fear gripped your heart when you found out that they had to raise their own funds to go! now you’re not so sure if God wants yOU to go. come hear from fellow students and impact staff members to understand why impact invites you to trust the lord in this way and learn how to do the same.

Starting an Impact ChapterImperial 4So you’re at the conference and you think, “i wish we had something like this on my campus!” could it be that God wants to use you to bring what you’ve experienced back to your community or campus? come learn about the necessary steps and tools for getting an impact chapter started.

Building Creative resources Dec 30, 1:30-3pm | Imperial 2the church runs off of tithes and offerings. however, as pastors and church leaders, we know that sometimes it is difficult to continue to ask our members to give and give, especially in times of economic challenge. interestingly enough, your churches are a part of a larger community and there are resources you may not have tapped into yet. in this seminar, learn about the creative ways you and your church can build capacity by tapping into the resources right around you by being intentional and aware.


INvOLveMeNT OPPORTuNITIesAll Opportunity Seminars will take place on Dec. 30, 11:00am – 12:30pm

Building Your Impact ChapterBechetis your impact chapter growing or fizzing out? are the students who are involved excited about serving, sharing their faith, growing, and helping others grow spiritually? What does it look like to leave a spiritual legacy on your campus? to answer these questions and more, come learn practical ways of how you and others on campus can keep the mission and vision of impact alive and rep christ effectively!

high School Ministry full-TimeTreme 2has God filled your heart with a passion to engage with and minister to teens, but you’re not sure where to start? Whether you’re considering full-time or serving as a volunteer in ministry with high school students, learn more about Student venture and how God can use you in the lives of teenagers.

Cru friends and AmbassadorsJohnsonif you want to be a part of bringing this “impact experience” back to your campus, then this is the seminar for you! come and learn more about where to start with students and receive info on working along side impact staff members to help raise up the next generation of leaders.

Impact S.I.P. (Summer Internship Program) Trianon 1are you hard-pressed trying to find an internship for the summer, but torn because you feel God’s prompting you to go on a summer mission? Well, during the S.i.p. you’ll get the best of both worlds. come learn more about this summer internship where you’ll use your skills to serve at the world headquarters of the impact movement, as well as do ministry in the Orlando community.

iMan Summer AdventureTrianon 2Where are the men!? tired of being the only guy involved with impact on your campus? do you just want to connect and relate to other godly men? this is the place for you! come learn more about all that you can experience during the iman Summer adventure.


Impact MusicIrish Channel 1do you love music? even better, are you creative and want to use your gifts to share christ? come and learn about musical and non-musical opportunities to serve with impact music. Some of the non-musical needs are in the areas of marketing, graphic and web design, fashion, social media, and photography. it’s more than music, come join the fun!

Impact leadership MissionIrish Channel 2are you tired of wasting the summer watching the paint dry on your walls? do you feel God prompting you to serve on a mission trip rather than going back to your old job? the impact leadership mission is calling your name! come learn about the life changing opportunities that await you this summer during this experience, including individual mentoring by impact staff members, hands-on evangelism and discipleship training.

Impact TheatreImperial 2are you an artist with a passion to express the human experience captured and transformed by the gospel message? come and be a part of a 2012 summer mission where we illustrate the gospel in action through the art of theater and drama. We are casting for the stage play If The Pillow Could Hug Me Back.

as a theater and drama ministry, we envision being able to incorporate all the arts represented in theater productions. We desire to express many different types of art forms that include art, poetry, and dance.

Impact haiti (College & Alumni)Bucktown 1We’ve heard the news stories, we’ve seen the pictures…but there’s still nothing like getting the real story yourself. if you have a desire to be the hands and feet of jesus in a country that desperately needs help and love, come learn more about this opportunity.

Impact Alumni Volunteer ServiceImperial 1as one who holds downs a job or attends grad school, you might be thinking, “it isn’t possible for me to work full time with the impact movement, but i still want to be involved in this mission.” We hear you! discover ways that your skills can be used to help impact accomplish this God-sized vision and mission.

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How has being a music-missionary changed my life? i fully depend on God to move in the

hearts of people, to provide a roof over my head, food in the fridge, gas in my car – to meet every need. this concept was unusual to me at first because this is not how i was raised. my mother is hard-working and has always earned her own money. She taught me to be the same way. as musicianaries with the impact movement – missionaries who share the gospel through music – level 3:16 band members personally develop a team of ministry partners. these partners include individuals, families, churches and organizations that regularly pray for us and give financially to make our ministry possible.

there is no better feeling than introducing people to the love of God. i find it so humbling that God saw fit to use my life and my testimony for the saving of many souls. as Francis chan says in his book crazy love, “my existence was not random, nor was it an accident. God knew who he was creating, and he designed me for a specific work.” having this perspective definitely changes the way i live.

this is also a totally different lifestyle than i expected. i knew i

was going to share christ through music, but i never anticipated a future of being a missionary developing funding for my ministry. i have seen God work on my heart in so many special ways. i have gained a higher appreciation for people and learned the value of relationships. i have also witnessed amazing generosity.

When i was just getting started serving in ministry with impact, i needed to relocate in order to expand my team of partners, but i couldn’t afford to rent an apartment. Some good friends of mine offered to let me stay in their home. When they told me how much i had to pay for rent, i only had enough for two months. as i continued to develop new ministry partners, God took care of my housing expenses for almost a year. i was also given a brand new truck! not to mention, he also raised up my team of partners at the same time and now i am a fully funded “musicianary.” praise God for his mercy and favor!

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i am constantly reminded of acts 4:32 that says, “all the believers were one in heart and mind. no one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had.” it’s one thing to read this scripture, but another to actually experience it for yourself. i am blessed to have the opportunity to serve in an area of ministry i love so much and i pray that i am able to be fruitful in this season of my life. i’d encourage anyone who is considering full-time ministry to step out in faith and know that God will honor your commitment.

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Networking With The Impact Association (Alumni)dec. 29, 11:00am-12:30pm | Imperial 1

Building Relationships with Other Leaders (Pastors and Church Leaders)dec. 29, 11:00am-12:30pm | oliver

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