2026 AMS Workshops

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Workshop 1Oct 6 (Tue) 2:00 PM–3:30 PM

Workshop 1 – Oct 6 (Tue) 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
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Keys to Personal Support RaisingPaul Elliott, Steve ShadrachMain Ballroom

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Mobilizing the Family for God’s MissionTamara DortchBallroom 2

What if families were the key to the global impact you long to see in your church? Discover how family mobilization can transform discipleship in the home, shape the culture of the church, and influence generations to come as families embrace God’s purposes and live on mission in everyday family life. We’ll also introduce practical resources to help churches equip families and begin putting this vision into practice.

Mobilising the Church for the UnreachedAndrewBallroom 3

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Workshop 2Oct 6 (Tue) 4:00 PM–5:30 PM

Workshop 2 – Oct 6 (Tue) 4:00 PM–5:30 PM
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Mobilising with AI: AI Tools, Skills, and DeploymentGary GohMain Ballroom

How can generative AI be used faithfully and wisely to strengthen missions mobilisation today? This workshop explores how AI can support the recruitment, administration, communication, and coordination of mission efforts, while also addressing the theological, ethical, and practical risks involved. Rather than starting with tools, the session begins by examining existing ministry workflows and missional tasks, showing how prompt engineering and responsible AI use can enhance fruitfulness for the Lord. A practical taxonomy of GenAI use will be introduced, illustrated through real-world case studies from church, seminary, and missions contexts

Building a thriving organisational environment for missionaries on supportClaire & RebeccaBallroom 2

What helps missionaries thrive in living on personal support, not just survive? How do leadership, training, and organisational culture work together to build a sustainable missions environment? This workshop helps you to see the impact of how different elements work together, and follows a clear framework to guide you and your organisation towards healthy staff and engaged partners.

Mobilising the Local ChurchPaul ElliottBallroom 3

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Using Your Vocational Call to Serve the Nations—Preparing for Bivocational Ministry & TentmakingSusan KLevel M

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Workshop 3Oct 7 (Wed) 2:00 PM–3:30 PM

Workshop 3 – Oct 7 (Wed) 2:00 PM–3:30 PM
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Ministry Sustainability Through Business as MissionRob WindsorMain Ballroom

Business as Mission (BAM) is establishing itself as a valid and effective methodology for missional engagement. However, it also presents the mobilizer with a new set of demands. Segment 1 of this workshop will lay the Foundations for BAM. Here, we will address the question of why do BAM and where it fits within today’s missions landscape. Segment 2 is an exploration of the concept of Building a BAM Ecosystem. If we are to properly mobilize and equip our workers we must understand the needs of the BAM practitioner to ensure sustainability and effectiveness.

Elements of Effective Support Raising TrainingClaire & RebeccaBallroom 2

Make training stick. Why do some trainings lead to action, while others don’t? How do people really learn how to thrive whilst living on support, especially in multi-national contexts?

Explore how to develop training that engages head, heart, and hands through Biblical foundations, community learning, and practical application.

Via Generosity Bootcamp(Pre-registered participants only)Paul ElliottBallroom 3

Workshop 4Oct 7 (Wed) 4:00 PM–5:30 PM

Workshop 4 – Oct 7 (Wed) 4:00 PM–5:30 PM
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Sustainable Mobilisation: Engaging Key Stakeholders for Global MissionAshley / Johnny, Matthew SkirtonMain Ballroom

This workshop helps to create an actionable plan to engage key stakeholders as active partners. It also explores how to expand our mobilisation reach through digital tools, journey with and equip more believers, while building a sustainable framework for participation in global mission.

The value of coaching staff through the support raising processClaire & RebeccaBallroom 2

Bridge the gap between knowing and doing. Why do people leave training inspired, but struggle to follow through? What helps them overcome fear and self-doubt? Discover how coaching supports lasting change by addressing beliefs, not just behavior, and by walking alongside people in their support raising journey.

Via Generosity Bootcamp(Pre-registered participants only)Paul ElliottBallroom 3
“Here am I. Send me!” – What’s next?Samuel EndarsaLevel M

In this workshop Nurisa Foundation (Indonesia) will share their experience mobilizing student and young professionals in their context, and how to multiply the movement through different context. And also, we will hear testimony from cross cultural workers who work with Nurisa and multiplying the mobilization movement in Africa and South Asia.