American Baptist Men Of Pennsylvania And Delaware

55th Retreat Workshops

Below is a list of workshops that will be offered at our 55th retreat. The workshops will be held on Saturday morning of the retreat in the CUB. There are two workshop sessions, so you can choose two different workshops to attend.

Workshop # 1 ABMOPAD Orchestra Phil Steinhoff, Conductor

Do you play a musical instrument? Do you want the retreat to grow? We are searching for men and young men that are musically gifted and can play a musical instrument. Bring your instrument to the retreat and sign up for the workshop. You don't have to be a professional, just a desire to share your musical gifts with us.

Room 214 8:30 to 10:00 AM session only.

Workshop # 2 ABMOPAD Choir Phil Steinoff, Director

Each year our Retreat is blessed with the singing of this gifted group of men, but the choir could use more men. Just sign up for this workshop and allow us to enjoy your gifts and talents with you.

Room 214 10:30 to 12 Noon session only.

Workshop # 3 Happy Talkin' Time: Rev. Grace Lawrence Shirk

Doom and gloom abounds. Only funny stories, clean jokes and happy talk allowed. Ninety minutes to celebrate the Source of our happieness. Come "Smile Ashile."

Orndorff Theater

Workshop # 4 Quiet Faith: George Sprork

To follow Coach Tony Dungy's life from beginning to present, having been rejected, ignored and denied, Yet maintained dignity, strength and hope. A testament of Faith.

Room 218

Workshop # 5 Unity, Breaking Down Dividing Walls: John Anderson

We will begin with the little walls we have built in our personal and family life. Then how we can tear them down.

Room 218

Workshop # 6 New Beginnings New Hope - New Life: Rev. Mark Burlingane

Help you rise above your present circumstances and show in Jeremiah 29:11 that God has plans for your life.

Room 315

Workshop # 7 Securing The Body Of Christ: David Denham and Mike Geedy

This workshop will cover the importance of having security in the church and also help create an effective Palace Guard team in your place of worship.

Room 217

Workshop # 8 Spiritual Gifts: Ralph Reynolds

This workshop provides a man-designed assessment for you to understand the potential spiritual gifts our Lord has given you. through your prayerful conversations with our Lord, he can verify your spiritual gifts assessment.

Room 215

Workshop # 9 Interpersonal Relationships: Bob Brown

This workshop teaches you how to have a better relationship with your Wife, Church members, Co-workers and Friends.

Room 316

Workshop #10 Scouting in the Baptist Church: Bob Swan

God and Country Awards

Room #318


Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.

Psalm 100:1-2 (NIV)