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The premise behind what Marked does and says is this: As followers of Christ, we are called to participate in bringing justice to earth.

But what does that mean? What does it look like practically? And how do we ensure that all of our actions are grounded in Scripture and following the Holy Spirit?

Josh Bottomly will offer us insight in this KEYNOTE presentation of Marked.

Women of the Muslim faith can be quite misunderstood in our society. Assumptions about their culture, religion, and daily life can lead to a deep lack of hospitality towards our Muslim neighbors.

It is our belief that we can and must learn from and love our Muslim neighbors while maintaining our Christian identity. And we believe this has particular impact on women. Join our discussion as we learn more.

LOVING OUR INTERNATIONAL NEIGHBOR

DEVELOPING COMMUNITIES

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Moving beyond charity and into long-term development of communities takes a distinct set of skills and a unique desire to empower rather than simply serve. So, how do you start? How do you ensure that you're helping a community by your efforts? And how do you let Scripture guide you as you seek true development?

Hear from a leader in community development in Burma (Myanmar) and discover how her life lessons can guide you as you implement development strategies locally or globally.

Anti-human-trafficking efforts can't be successful if they begin at the point of rescue. We must begin to work towards prevention together as a community. And prevention is a BIG goal with lots of pieces to the puzzle.

One major piece is addressing the American culture under the surface of our media, music, and marketing that propels us into a world where trafficking can occur more and more readily. Learn how to recognize troubling patterns and what we as average citizens can do about it.

UNDER THE SURFACE

THE BIBLICAL BASIS FOR JUSTICE

ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT:

STORIES BEHIND STATISTICS

LEVERAGE

PANEL: UNDERSTANDING EDUCATION

Sometimes it can seem like the only way to do full-time ministry is to work for a church or start a nonprofit organization. But the truth is there is room in every profession for followers of Jesus who seek to serve Him with their whole lives.

Hear from presenters who have leveraged their professions to serve marginalized women in every area. Be inspired to leverage your career (or future career) for His Kingdom.

2:00-2:45p.m.

3:15-4:00p.m.

4:30-5:15p.m.

Many organizations and businesses are changing the lives of women through employment. And if you are a consumer that chooses to purchase jewelry, coffee, etc. made through such employment initiatives, YOU are changing the lives of women.

Come hear stories of real life women whose life trajectory has been altered by intentional consumers, discuss how to make the hard choices of what to purchase (especially when living on a limited budget!), and celebrate what God is doing in communities around the world!

5:45-6:30p.m.

A panel discussion about education for girls in countries throughout Africa. Panelists will share the state of education in these regions, sharing first-hand encounters.

Be encouraged, be challenged, and be inspired to make a difference in the lives of women in Africa by supporting the education of girls.