CONFERENCE PROGRAM
Leadership Through Serving
Thursday 19:00 – Saturday 11:30 (lunch at 12:00)
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THURSDAY — January 29, 2026
19:00 – 19:30
Conference Opening
– Welcome by the host
– Introduction of speakers and participants
– Introduction to the theme: “Leadership Through Serving”
19:30 – 20:30
Evening Service and Opening Message
Message Topic: “Why Leadership Through Serving Matters for the Church Today”
– biblical foundation of servant leadership
– the difference between hierarchy and serving
– leadership challenges in our region
20:30 – 21:30
Light Dinner & Fellowship (included in the program)
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FRIDAY — January 30, 2026
09:00 – 09:30
Morning Prayer & Worship
– prayer for churches and leaders in our region
– short encouragement from the Word
09:30 – 10:30
Main Session #1
Topic: “The Character of a Leader Who Serves”
– humility vs. control
– integrity and transparency in ministry
– leading by example rather than position
10:30 – 11:00
Break
11:00 – 12:15
Pastors’ Panel (Q&A)
Topic: “How to Lead the Church in Challenging and Changing Times”
– experiences from various nations and contexts
– handling pressure, misunderstandings, and fatigue
– practical teamwork and decision-making insights
12:15 – 14:00
Lunch & Fellowship (included in the program)
14:00 – 15:10
Workshops (parallel sessions)
Workshop A: “Developing New Leaders in the Church”
– identifying potential new leaders
– mentoring and follow-up
– delegating without losing responsibility
Workshop B: “Healthy Teams & Conflict Resolution”
– communication within leadership teams
– dealing with disagreements in a healthy way
– building trust and unity
Workshop C: “Pastoral Health & Rhythms of Renewal”
– preventing burnout
– balancing ministry, family, and rest
– spiritual and emotional habits of a servant leader
15:10 – 15:40
Break
15:40 – 16:50
Main Session #2
Topic: “The Jesus Model of Serving — Leadership That Transforms Lives”
– Jesus as the example of a leader who washes feet
– authority through humility and sacrifice
– practical application in everyday ministry
17:00 – 19:00
Dinner Break (not included in the registration fee)
19:00 – 20:30
Evening Service
– worship
– message of encouragement
– prayer and ministry for pastors and leaders
20:30 – onwards
Informal Fellowship
– conversation, prayer, and connecting
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SATURDAY — January 31, 2026
09:00 – 09:30
Prayer & Worship
– thanksgiving for fellowship
– prayer for leaders and future steps
09:30 – 10:30
Main Session #3
Topic: “Shared Mission — Strengthening Southeast European Foursquare Churches Together”
– regional collaboration
– joint initiatives and projects
– mutual support and partnership
10:30 – 11:00
Break
11:00 – 11:30
Final Gathering & Prayer
– closing thoughts from speakers
– united prayer and commissioning
– announcements for future fellowship
11:30
Official Conference Closing
12:00
Final Lunch (included in the program)
– concluding fellowship and farewell