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June 11
| 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
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Milwaukee Rescue Mission Service Project
Job Location: 830 North 19th Street, Milwaukee
Those who signed up in advance to give a gift of labor to our local mission got to work on painting and landscaping tasks at the mission’s new facility. They also had the opportunity to glimpse the behind-the-scenes operations of Milwaukee Rescue Mission, savor a delicious lunch, and enjoy some great fellowship with other mission staff members from around the country. Consider being part of such a group next year when we will offer a hand to Coachella Valley Rescue Mission in Indio, California.
Hosts: Pat and Barb Vanderburgh
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| 12:00 p.m. – 6:.00 p.m. |
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Registration/Information Center Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
Registrar: Marcy Sandoval
Assistant Registrar: Crystal Davidson
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| 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
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AGRM Leadership Summit
Hilton Hotel Wright Ballroom C
Board members, district officers, regional reps, and others in key roles in the association are gathering for the afternoon to celebrate God’s goodness and discuss how to make the most of the amazing opportunities He has placed in front of us. From 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., we are inviting everyone who has ever been an IUGM/AGRM board member to join us for some insights and highlights of what’s ahead.
Hosts: Bill Mollard and John Ashmen
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| 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
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Northern Lights Rendezvous
Hilton Hotel Wright Ballroom A
Missions across Canada are invited to get a head start on the convention. If you run a mission north of the 49th—or you are a Canadian working in the states and needin’ some Canuck time—come connect with other Canadians and talk about the unique challenges facing ministries in that country. Dinner will be provided by our sponsor at Doc’s Smokehouse in the historic Commerce Building—about a block away.
Hosts: Michelle Porter and Peter Duraisami
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| 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
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Donor Party at Miller Park
Departure Point: Buses will leave Hilton’s 6th Street Entrance (in the back) at 5:45 p.m. sharp!
We’re saying thank you to our major donors with dinner in three club-level suites at the MLB ballpark. The hometown Brewers are playing those pesky opponents from the south, the Chicago Cubs. We’ll have food, the game, and great fellowship all at the same time.
Hosts: John and Judi Ashmen
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June 12
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:15 p.m. |
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Registration/Information Center Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
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Convention Bookstore Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
Get a jump on the crowd and see what best-selling business and spiritual-life books are for sale at this year’s event.
Manager: Robin Pelfrey
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| 9:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. |
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Walk in Wisdom Workshops
Our optional early seminars are always powerful. This year we are offering four four-hour workshops covering subjects that are pertinent to every mission and life-transformation ministry operating today.
Note: If you didn’t sign up in advance but you’re here in time for these sessions, ask at the Registration/Information Center. You might still be able to get in.
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The Perpetual Prayer Journey of a Godly Leader
Wisconsin Center Room 103 B
When you’re preparing to take the next major step in your ministry, you want to take that step with God. Don’t allow spiritual strongholds or a sluggish prayer life to derail the best that God has for you and your mission. Robert Loggins, AGRM’s minister-at-large and author of a number of books on holiness, discipleship, and prayer, will lead you on an interactive prayer journey to begin to shed the shackles that inhibit spiritual growth and pave the way for wise, dynamic, godly leadership.
Instructor: Robert Loggins
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Biblical Diversity for Those Tired of Hearing About It
Wisconsin Center Room 101 D
The concept of diversity has become divisive in society today. But diversity, as God created it, can be a beautiful thing that will encourage your ministry to flourish when it’s properly understood and activated. Learn how to drive change at your mission that will increase engagement, unleash the potential of your team, and leave no doubt where you stand. This workshop—presented in an unthreatening, enjoyable way—will foster real understanding of diversity and empower you to confidently cross cultural and racial boundaries with clients, guests, and team members.
Instructor: Clarence Shuler
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Start-Up Fundraising for New or Small Missions
Wisconsin Center Room 102 B
Are you tired of development theory or ideas that work only for ministries with large budgets and expansive teams? This fast-paced workshop will get you started with no budget and no development staff, using practical ideas, a proven action plan, and tools you can take back and put to work immediately. You’ll be better equipped to recruit and mobilize your board, sharpen your message, lead campaigns, win grants, attract major donors, and so much more!
Instructor: Wayne Richardson
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Changing a City Through Purposeful Collaboration
Wisconsin Center Room 102 D
Collaboration is the key to seeing real progress in a city. The challenges we face today will overwhelm the lone rangers. But meaningful partnerships can fuel change, excite your community, and inspire a movement. This session features a case study of New York’s Rescue Alliance, a partnership of six ministries (including two AGRM-member missions) that have combined forces with 50 affiliate organizations to make a major difference in the United States’ largest city. It can happen in your city too!
Instructors: David Jones, Craig Mayes, Phil Wittenberg
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| 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. |
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Lunch for Walk in Wisdom Workshops
Wisconsin Center Room 101 A–B
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| 1:50 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. |
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New Mission Mentor Match-Ups
Wisconsin Center Room 101 C
Every CEO experiencing his or her first convention is being teamed by AGRM with an appropriate event veteran, not just for insights and suggestions throughout the four days, but to build a bond of friendship for the future. There is no expectation that a formal mentoring relationship will extend beyond the convention…unless you want it to.
Host: Glenn Cranfield
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| 2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
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Certification Consultants Meeting
Wisconsin Center Room 103 A
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| 2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
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First-Timers Orientation
Wisconsin Center Room 102 C
About one-third of our registrants indicated that it will be their first AGRM Annual Convention. If that’s you, make your way to this session for introductions, insights, laughter, prizes, and the chance to meet a slew of new friends. In short, this event will tell you how to make the most of your time in Milwaukee.
Hosts: Selena Hayle, Ivan Klassen, Mark P. Fisher
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3:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
(Doors open at 3:10 p.m.) |
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Tuesday Afternoon General Session
Wisconsin Center Ballroom C–D
These all-group gatherings are the heart and soul of our conventions. Everybody’s present! You’ll experience videos, giveaways, introductions of people from around the world, from-the-floor networking, uplifting worship music, and Scripture-based challenges from some of America’s current thought-leaders. At this general session, music will be led by MKE Worship, and you’ll hear words of wisdom from a leader of leaders, Barry Corey, president of Biola University.
Note: Be sure to look on your table for tickets to “A Night in H.O.G Heaven” that immediately follows this general session.
Music: MKE Worship
Speaker: Barry Corey
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| 5:20 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
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A Night in H.O.G. Heaven
Departure Point: Buses will leave from the north side of the Wisconsin Center, starting at 5:20 p.m.
Even if you don’t ride motorcycles, you’ll find our off-site dinner to be a real trip! We’re going to the one-and-only Harley-Davidson Museum®, just a four-minute bus ride from the convention center. We’ll divide the group in half; one group will have dinner while the other group tours the museum; then we’ll switch. You’ll know what you’re doing by the color of the special ticket you picked up at the preceding general session.
Our host will be preacher, actor, and motorcycle missionary Jeff Stultz. His testimony will produce chills and thrills. Stay as long as you’d like. Returning buses stop at both the Hilton and the Fairfield. The last bus leaves for the hotels at 7:25 p.m.
Host: Jeff Stultz
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| 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
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Emerging Leaders Connection
Hilton Monarch Lounge
If you are age 39 and under (or can pass for being a Millennial—we don’t check I.D.s) come on over to the big wide room across the great divide from the Hilton registration desk and join your peers for stories, games, and just an all-round good time of engagement. Snacks and drinks are on your own.
Host: Ben Hoekstra
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June 13
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
Come join us and let the Word of God, beautifully and dramatically read, wash over you and change your day. Just listen or use our NKJV Bibles to read along. Our friends at The Grace & Mercy Foundation are sharing an important practice with us, which is helping people around the world love the Word of God and make Scripture central to their lives and ministries.
Note: You can enter at any time during these sessions; the earlier you’re there, the more you gain. Also, Grace & Mercy Foundation tradition is to have food available during these sessions. You will likely find light snacks in the back of the room each time a “Just Show Up” session is taking place.
Host: Richelle Bryan
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| 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
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Brown Bag Devotionals Available
Pick-up Points: The Hilton and the Fairfield lobbies (near the registration desks)
Another creative way to have your morning quiet time is with our self-contained morning Scripture lesson—and maybe a sweet treat and special message—that can be used anywhere in your hotel or even out on the street in the fresh morning air. Stop and pick up your brown bag (while supplies last) and enjoy it alone or with a friend.
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| 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
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Bookstore Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
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Registration/Information Center Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. |
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Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A–B and Main Lobby
This is your first chance to see our fabulous Exhibit Hall—and you get breakfast to boot. Eat first, then walk the aisles or walk and then eat, or if you’re ambidextrous, eat while you walk. AGRM now has more business members than at any time previously—and most of them are here. Get to know these folks who can supply the products and services that move your ministry to the next level.
Host: Malcomn Mitchell
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9:15 p.m. – 10:45 a.m.
(Doors open at 8:55 a.m.) |
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Wednesday Morning General Session
Wisconsin Center Ballroom C–D
MKE is back with us to lead in worship. We’ll also have more networking, virtual video tours of some strategic missions, and VIP guests. Our speaker this morning is Tonier Cain, whose amazing testimony will leave you totally inspired.
Music: MKE Worship
Speaker: Tonier Cain
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| 10:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
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Convention Prayer Lounge Open
Wisconsin Center Room 103 E
Throughout the convention, we will have a room with comfortable furniture set aside for prayer and counseling. Come in and pray by yourself or ask a member of our prayer intercession team to pray with you. We know that people come to our conventions burdened with so many things. This is the place where you pull out of the conventions heavy traffic and busy schedule to spend time with God.
Host: Robert Loggins
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| 10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. |
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Exhibit Hall Open
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A & B and Main Lobby
The Exhibit Hall is the best place to hang out and meet people when you are between sessions. Sooner or later, everybody passes through there.
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| 10:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. |
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Wisconsin Center Coffee Corner Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
No need to run down the street for refreshments. They are available right here in the convention center. Less walking. More time for talking. (If for some reason the Wisconsin Center doesn’t open the big shop, look for a coffee cart in the general vicinity of the front door.)
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| 11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
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Track Seminars Group 1
See the track seminar grid for titles, descriptions, instructors, and locations.
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| 11:25 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
Can’t find a seminar that meets your specific needs, or do you just need some down time to hear from God? Stop in and let His Word speak to you in a refreshing manner.
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| 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
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Wisconsin Center Lunch Cart Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
You don’t have to wander far to buy lunch. There are plenty of tasty options on the cash cart, just an arm’s reach away.
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| 12:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. |
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Exhibit Hall Open
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A & B and Main Lobby
The Exhibit Hall is open through the early afternoon. Mix and mingle and find those good deals. This time slot would be the perfect opportunity for those “I’ll stop by and see you later” meetings with exhibitors.
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| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
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Thought Leaders Faceoff
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A–B
In a public square setting, come and hear members give opposing points of view on three critical issues that missions are dealing with. Make up your own mind or continue to dialogue with the debaters after the faceoff is finished.
Moderator: Sam Edwards
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1:30 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
From Consumers to Contributors
Does it add dignity and value to charge fees for core services? Or does true compassion give without obligation?
1:50 p.m. – 2:10 p.m.
Caring for Illegal (Undocumented) Immigrants
How should missions respond to the needs of undocumented immigrants? Do we take them in and not report their presence, even if we know the government is looking for them? Or does the rule of law take precedence?
2:10 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Security on Mission Campuses
Are metal detectors and armed security guards (or staff with concealed carry weapons) something that we need these days? Or does the presence of such precautions scream overkill and destroy the concept of hospitality for which we want to be known? |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
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Insurance Committee Meeting
Hilton Hotel Wright Ballroom C
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| 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. |
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Track Seminars Group 2
See the track seminar grid for titles, descriptions, instructors, and locations.
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| 3:10 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
You have to be just a little curious about which passages are being read this afternoon.
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| 5:00 p.m. – Whenever
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NEWaukee Night Market
We’re giving you the night off—a day earlier, you’ll recognize, if you have attended AGRM convention in the past—so you can enjoy the city’s largest open-air market with food vendors, live art creation, local crafts, and a variety of music—all in a vibrant and safe setting starting one block from the Wisconsin Center. And if you’re looking for more to do, there are several outdoor concerts and really cool museums relatively close. Your hotel concierge can list the things going on in the city.
Note: If it rains, the city will cancel the Night Market. If that happens, grab dinner and then come on back to the Wisconsin Center; we’ll start the movie a half-hour earlier than scheduled.
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| 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
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Fundraising: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Wisconsin Center 101 B
CEOs and Development Leaders are invited to laugh and learn with our friends from i58:10 Media. During the complimentary dinner, you’ll also hear the surprising results of a nationwide survey conducted on how Americans consume electronic media.
Host: David Harms
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| 7:45 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
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Indivisible Motion Picture Preview
Wisconsin Center Ballroom C–D
Our friends from Pure Flix are letting us get a sneak peek at another motion picture. It’s titled Indivisible, and it will be released in September. It’s based on the true story of four military individuals—including a chaplain—who are affected, along with their families, in different ways by the perils of war. If you have guests dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, this movie sheds a lot of light on the problem and shows how extraordinary compassion can heal deep wounds. While this is not considered a faith-based movie, it does focus on the importance of faith in dealing with crisis.
Host: Sam Edwards
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June 14
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
Just the Word of God, pure and simple—what better way to start the day.
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| 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. |
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Brown Bag Devotionals Available
Pick-up Points: The Hilton and the Fairfield lobbies (near the registration desks)
Grab a bag and see what spiritual insights and other delights have been packed for you today.
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| 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
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Registration/Information Center Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
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Bookstore Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 7:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. |
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Emerging Leaders Breakfast
Hilton Hotel Wright Ballroom B–C
We’re feeding our future leaders in this special breakfast for those age 39 and under. Get to know each other and share stories of your journey into mission work. The words of wisdom from Bobby Watts, formerly on staff at the New York City Rescue Mission and now CEO of the National Healthcare for the Homeless Council, will make you glad you got up early.
Note: You should have signed up for this in advance, but if you didn’t, check at the Registration/Information Center to see if there are any seats available.
Host: Ben Hoekstra
Speaker: Bobby Watts
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| 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. |
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Exhibitors-Only Executive Update
Wisconsin Center 201 B
Our exhibitors will enjoy a continental breakfast this morning, during which AGRM President John Ashmen and the board executive committee will give an insider’s update and conduct a Q&A on the association’s rebranding and its positive implications for our business partners.
Note: If you are the primary contact for your company that is exhibiting and don’t recall receiving an invitation, see Malcomn Mitchell in the Exhibit Hall.
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| 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
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Convention Prayer Lounge Open
Wisconsin Center Room 103 E
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| 9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. |
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Track Seminars Group 3
See the track seminar grid for titles, descriptions, instructors, and locations.
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| 9:10 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
They are probably reading something this morning that you need to hear!
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| 10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. |
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Exhibit Hall Open
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A–B and Main Lobby
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| 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. |
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ERS Network Health Plan Session
Wisconsin Center Room 102 C
If you haven’t heard, AGRM is developing an association-wide health insurance plan for member ministries. This session is for everyone who’s curious about this wonderful program or who wants to see how your organization’s health plan compares.
Moderator: Justin Boles
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| 12:15 p.m. – 2:10 p.m. |
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Thursday Midday General Session
Wisconsin Center Ballroom C–D
At this all-group gathering, we are honored to have with us the U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson—and we’ll still have our usual lively music, engaging videos, and fun networking…plus lunch! Leading worship today will be Modern Day Cure. Inspiration from God’s Word and life experience will come to us through author, editor, and internationally known speaker Jill Briscoe.
Note: Secretary Carson will be introduced promptly at 12:15 p.m.
Music: Modern Day Cure
Special Guest: Ben Carson
Speaker: Jill Briscoe
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| 2:10 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
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Exhibit Hall Open/Dessert
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A–B and Main Lobby
This is where you find both sweet treats and sweet deals.
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| 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. |
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Convention Prayer Lounge Open
Wisconsin Center Room 103 E
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| 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. |
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Track Seminars Group 4
See the track seminar grid for titles, descriptions, instructors, and locations.
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| 3:10 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
Drop out of the rush for a few minutes and hear from God.
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6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
(Doors Open at 5:40 p.m.) |
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Thursday Evening General Session
Wisconsin Center Ballroom C–D
This pinnacle general session brings you Modern Day Cure and the legendary Stuart Briscoe, who has influenced ministry leaders on every continent. We’ll also give an overview presentation about our refocusing and rebranding. You’ll want to be part of this important session.
At this general session you’ll have a chance to commit to equipping AGRM with extra resources for the journey ahead.
Music: Modern Day Cure
Speaker: Stuart Briscoe
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| 8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. |
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Exhibit Hall Open/Dessert
Wisconsin Center Ballroom A–B and Main Lobby
Stop in for a reassuring way to end the day.
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| 9:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. |
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“Just Show Up” Public Scripture Reading
Wisconsin Center 103 D
Drop out of the rush for a few minutes and hear from God.
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| 9:45 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. |
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Emerging Leaders Connection
Hilton Monarch Lounge
Drop in to finish the story you started Tuesday night—or to start a new one. Enjoy the company. Be the last to leave.
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June 15
| 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. |
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Registration/Information Center Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. |
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Bookstore Open
Wisconsin Center Main Lobby
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| 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. |
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Track Seminars Group 5 (with breakfast!)
See the track seminar grid for titles, descriptions, instructors, and locations.
You’ll find breakfast stations located throughout the seminar area. Grab something to eat before you step in. And by the way, we’ve saved some of our best classes until this last session.
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9:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
(Doors Open at 9:25 a.m.)
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Friday Morning General Session
Wisconsin Center Ballroom C–D
We don’t hold back on our last general session. We’ll have everything we’re known for—plus a motorcycle! Modern Day Cure will close out our worship time. Our speaker will be Everett Piper, author and president of Oklahoma Wesleyan University. A lot of people have been listening to what he has to say in these challenging times.
Note: The big drawing for Harley-Davidson XLC 1200 Sportster—sponsored by Merriam Insurance Agency—will held at the conclusion of this session. You have to be present to win.
Music: Modern Day Cure
Speaker: Everett Piper
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| 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
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Milwaukee Rescue Mission Tour
Departure Point: Buses will leave Hilton’s 6th Street entrance (in the back) at 11:30 a.m. sharp!
Climb aboard to see firsthand how one of the largest life-transformation ministries in America’s third poorest city operates its five programs and well-run facilities. They even run a school! You’ll love their contemporary use of space in a historic building. You’ll be glad you hung around for this tour.
Note: The tour is sold out, but there may be some no-shows. If you didn’t sign up in advance but still want to go, come over to the Hilton’s 6th Street entrance to see if there are any empty seats.
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Times, descriptions, and personnel shown on our website closely parallel the actual program but are for general planning purposes only. The final program may differ slightly in multiple areas.
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