CertificationPlus — Hope for the Future
CertificationPlus is a continuing education opportunity for our Children’s Ministry Certification Graduates. CDM believes that churches will be strengthened as Children’s Ministry Leaders continue learning together.
Hope for the Future
Enjoy conversation with peers in children’s ministry leadership as we read a book and have fruitful conversations for what it means to us in ministry. Registration includes The Multigenerational Church Crisis being sent to your house and being granted access to 4 zoom sessions for discussion. Registration also includes an in-person event hosted at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, AL. Participants are responsible for travel, lodging and food for the 3 day/2 night event. Katie Flores will be facilitating both the book discussion and the in-person event.
When is the in-person event?
October 23-25, 2025. The first session begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday and concludes shortly before noon on Saturday.
Leaders will be equipped to learn from experts on how to welcome others into the church. We will look particularly at areas where the church needs to grow to remove barriers in this changing culture.
“Therefore, welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7
Where is the event?
Covenant Presbyterian Church, 65 Old Montgomery Highway, Birmingham, AL 35209
Costs:
- Due upon registration: $200 to CDM to reserve your spot.
- Participants are responsible for travel, lodging, and food during the event. One dinner and one lunch is included with registration.
Hotel Recommendation:
We have a block of rooms at the Courtyard Birmingham Homewood for $159/night. Please use this link to reserve a room.
Book your group rate for Covenant Presbyterian Church Conference Room Block
Courtyard Birmingham Homewood for $159.00 USD – $174.00 USD per night [does not include breakfast]
Last Day to Book a Hotel Room: Thursday, 10/2/25
There are other hotels in the area if you prefer a different hotel brand.