Do you long to discover God’s “new and next” for your congregation?

New Year 2024 — YOU ARE INVITED to join hundreds of churches across the country that have already committed to invest 28 days looking “up and out” spiritually together through a breakthrough prayer practice, guided by the Dynamite Prayer 28 Day Experiment daily devotional/breakthrough prayer guidebook!

  • JOIN NOW – use the QR code and go to dynamiteprayer.com to find out more

  • REGISTER to immediately receive a 50% off book discount code to order your church or group’s Dynamite Prayer 28 Day Experiment breakthrough prayer/devotional daily guidebooks

  • FIND free downloadable resources, graphics, short video stories from Dynamite Prayer church leaders, and “how-to” implementation guidance also at dynamiteprayer.com

This is the moment for a fresh new miraculous season forward for Spirit-guided new possibilities and Kingdom impact…move from problem-focused prayer to possibility-focused prayer — beyond what you’ve ever imagined!

The Bishop Bruce Ough Innovation Center honors the legacy of Bishop Bruce Ough, who guided and supported creative ministries through his ministry as a bishop of The United Methodist Church. Launched in honor of his retirement, the Innovation Center also continues United Theological Seminary’s commitment to providing innovative theological education. Bishop Ough continues to serve the Church as Executive Secretary of the Council of Bishops.

The Bishop Bruce Ough Innovation Center provides learning opportunities to resource church leaders and congregations with creative, practical, effective tools for unleashing God’s Church as the spiritual movement of Jesus Christ. One of the core initiatives is an 18-month congregational renewal cohorts for pastors and lay teams centered on breakthrough prayer and equipping possibilities. Pastors will also have the opportunity to pursue a Doctor of Ministry degree at United with a project tied to the work their church is doing in their Innovation Center cohort. The Innovation Center also offers webinars, events, and online resources throughout the year to go beyond the trends and share what innovative church leaders are actually doing about them. The goal of the center is to become a hub of innovation.

Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey – Director

snkibbey@united.edu | 937.529.2321

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Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey is the Center’s inaugural director. An ordained elder in The United Methodist Church, Rev. Kibbey shares her passions for breakthrough prayer, missional movements and spiritual renewal as a speaker, coach and congregational consultant. For the past 10 years, she has served as Director of the Office of Missional Church Development for the West Ohio Conference of The UMC.

To learn more about the Bishop Bruce Ough Innovation Center or to become an Innovation Center Partner, please contact:

Sue Nilson Kibbey – Director
snkibbey@united.edu
937.529.2321

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Upcoming Events

HEALTHY MONEY: TRANSFORMING YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH FINANCE

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 | 12:30-1:30 P.M. ET

This one-hour webinar is designed for anyone seeking a deeper understanding and healthier approach to finances.

Drawing insights from Roz and Callie Picardo’s new book, Healthy Money, this webinar addresses common financial dilemmas such as:

  • The struggle between saving and impulsive spending.

  • The pattern of debt repayment followed by excessive rewards.

  • The aspiration to be generous yet feeling financially restricted.

Join “Healthy Money: Transforming Your Relationship with Finance” and embark on a journey towards financial clarity and freedom. This webinar is an essential tool for anyone looking to transform their approach to money, fostering a community of financial wisdom and personal growth.

BREAKTHROUGH PRAYER INITIATIVE RETREAT

APRIL 4-6 | SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

Rev. Sue Nilson Kibbey will guide us through the sessions below. She leads the Innovation Center’s new prayer-fueled “Floodgates Collective,” which offers customized training and practical implementation guidance for congregations longing to shift from plateau or decline into vibrant, prayer-saturated, Spirit-guided steps forward.

Come experience this prayer retreat as we:

  • Define a Breakthrough Prayer Initiative

  • Discuss Obstacles to church-wide prayer movements

  • Experience guided prayer experiences

  • Strategize prayer movements in your context

In partnership with the Black Methodists For Church Renewal (BMCR):
Laity Leadership Institute 2024

COURSE 1: TRAUMA RESILIENCY AND HEALING THROUGH MUSIC & WORSHIP

SATURDAY, MAY 18 | 10 A.M. – 1 P.M. ET

Worship and music both aid in self-regulation/healing and each holds value individually and collectively. In 2023, the National Institute on Health reported that more than 1 in 5 adults live with mental illness. This is heavily attributed to the variety of traumatic experiences one has endured in a lifetime. However, there is an antidote readily available to assist. Music has been intricately woven into society’s fabric, and held individuals, entities, and movements together for more than two centuries. From ancient medical practices to modern-day science, music has been consulted for its’ vast healing properties.

This session offers participants the chance to unpack the gift known as music while identifying its’ neurological impact. Additionally, participants will learn how to incorporate trauma-informed worship practices within their respective churches to assist congregants navigating challenging times. Lastly, participants will have the opportunity to depart with 2-3 practical applications that promote positive emotional health and well-being.

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