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Wednesday, November 16th
3:00 - 6:00 PM	Registration
Thursday, November 17th
8:00 AM	Primary and Junior Oral and Written Test Rounds Begin
9:00 AM	Senior Oral and Written Test Rounds Begin
3:00 PM	Family Discipleship Celebration Kick-Off. Speakers, booths and family fun activities open.
7:00 PM	Opening Ceremony
Friday, November 18th
8:00 AM	Prayer and Worship Gathering
9:00 AM	Primary Semi-Final Challenge Round
12:30 PM	Junior Semi-Final Challenge Round
3:30 PM	Senior Semi-Final Challenge Round
7:00 PM	Family Square Dance
Saturday, November 19th
8:00 AM	Prayer and Worship Gathering
9:00 AM	Primary Final Challenge Round
1:00 PM	Junior Final Challenge Round
3:00 PM	Senior Final Challenge Round
7:30 PM	Celebration Ceremony (Dessert Reception following)

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Straight Talk for Fathers and Sons Pancake Breakfast

Enjoy a hearty “man’s breakfast” while learning “How to Get The Respect You Want” from Kirk and Casey Martin, the popular father/son speaking team from Calm Christian Parenting.   Join Mark McMahan, C.E.O. of The Shelby Kennedy Foundation and his sons for this excellent opportunity to learn to build healthier relationships in your home. Friday, November 18^th, 9:00am to 10:00am.  Advance tickets required.  $15.95 for men and $10.95 for young men under 12 years.

 

Sunday Church Service

Finish out an amazing few days of honoring the Lord by gathering as families unified in Christ at this Sunday morning service.  Keith and Kristyn Getty will lead worship, followed by a challenging teaching from Pastor Voddie Baucham.  Free for everyone to attend, 10:00am, November 20^th.

 

KJV Birthday Party

Celebrate the 400th anniversary of the King James Bible.  Sing “Happy Birthday” and enjoy free cake for everyone (regardless of your preferred translation!) each day at 3pm.  Free for everyone to attend.

 

Bible Bee Soda Shoppe

From 1:00-5:00pm each day, “The Bridge” of the Renaissance will be transformed into a family fun area full of sweet treats.  It’s great place to grab a snack or late lunch while you relax and enjoy a variety of music, including from some local barbershop quartets.  

 

Guest Speaker Break-out Sessions

Many of the family-discipleship champions that will join us at Nationals will share more about their ministries and messages for Bible Bee attendees throughout the Family Discipleship Celebration.  Guest speakers include Voddie Baucham, Kirk Cameron, John Stonestreet, George Grant, Brett Harris, Susan Heck, Doug Phillips, Tim McKenzie and more!  Free with Activity Wristband on a first come, first served basis. See speaker session times on the Master Event Schedule.

 

Bible Bee/Zonderkidz/Bible Gateway Family Fun Area Grand Opening

Don’t miss the ribbon cutting into this “Family Room” full of inflatables, craft tables, game tables, rock climbing wall and more sponsored by our friends from Zonderkidz and Bible Gateway!  The first 100 attendees through the door will receive a special gift. Also keep an eye out for Veggie Tales’ Bob and Larry!  Thursday, November 17^th, 3:00pm in the Center Exhibit Hall of the Nashville Convention Center. Activity wristband required for entrance.

 

Family Discipleship Exhibition Hall

Visit with representatives from other ministries that share the National Bible Bee’s passion for the Lord, His Word and family.  Booths will be open during scheduled periods, Thursday 3-6pm, Friday 9-6pm and Saturday 9-4pm. Free admission with an Activity Wristband.

 

Franklin Springs Family Movie Theatre

Enjoy a snack and settle in to view a variety of family-friendly movies and Scripture memorization presentations by Tim McKenzie from On Every Word. Free admission with an Activity Wristband, as space allows on a first come, first served basis. Snacks for $1.

 

The Family Room

Enter an entire convention hall filled with family fun! You and your children can enjoy inflatables, air hockey, corn hole, ping pong, a basketball shoot, craft tables, a playground, a rock climbing wall and more. Free admission with an Activity Wristband.

 

Bible Bee Hymn Sing

Bring the whole family for an evening of singing together--celebrating our thankfulness as God's children and the joy of adoption in the lives of families.  Author, professor, and composer Greg Wilbur brings together an evening of hymns both familiar and new led by singer/songwriter Nathan Clark George.  Wilbur says, “I believe that the eternal Word of God should be set to music that has an appropriate Biblical sense of permanence, beauty, goodness and truth.”  Friday, November 18^, 7:00-8:00pm. Tickets are required, but are free at the Bible Bee E-Store.

 

Little Bees Area

Filled with age-appropriate playthings, this area offers a safe space for the youngest members of your family to have fun with parents and older siblings.
Free admission with an Activity Wristband. Children must be supervised by an adult or older teen.

 

Bible Bee Recording Studio

Do you have aspiring young vocalists in your family, or do they just love to sing along with their Musical Scripture CD's? Here's the opportunity to record your voices onto the backdrop of a favorite passage from the Bible Bee's popular musical memory tool, in your preferred version. Free admission with an Activity Wristband, on a first come, first served basis.

 

Bible Bee Computer Junction

Calling all Sword Drill, Cross Quiz, Memverse and Memorize His Word fans! Here's your chance to test your Bible memory skills against some of the best- all in the same room! Gaming sessions will be interspersed by short speaking sessions by representatives and creators of the Bible software and websites that have come alongside of the National Bible Bee. Free admission with an Activity Wristband, as space allows on a first come, first served basis.

 

Family Square Dance

Enjoy some energetic community fun with a mix of country and folk dances.  Dance with family and friends under the direction of popular caller, Chrissy Davis-Camp, then head to the kiosks to purchase old-fashioned, country-style refreshments.  Free admission with an Activity Wristband, as space allows on a first come, first served basis. Drop in and out from 8:00pm to 10:30pm.

 

Art Classes with Timothy Botts or Doug McGuire

Come learn some art principles and tricks of the trade from calligraphy artist Timothy Botts and illustrator of the Day 10 Diagrams, Doug McGuire. Tim Botts will begin his classes by narrating his creation of a Scripture artwork, while Doug McGuire will give ideas for illustrating Sciptural truths. You can try your own hand at illustrating Scripture in these limited-space classes. Tickets required, supplies included.

 

The Sweet Sleep Pillow Project

This room will give your family an opportunity to serve together as a family during your time at Nationals. Learn more about the ministry and then make a pillow to accompany one of the donated beds for orphans around the world. According to their website, "Sweet Sleep is a faith-based nonprofit organization which provides beds to the world's orphaned and abandoned children, demonstrating God's love for them and improving their quality of life. Sweet Sleep's vision is for every orphaned child in the world to lie down in their own bed reminding them they are loved, protected and cared for with hope for the future through Jesus Christ." This project is yet another chance for families to put Biblical truth into action.
Free admission with an Activity Wristband, as space allows on a first come, first served basis.

 

Mother-Daughter Tea Parties

Create a special memory for your family by sharing a lovely tea party together. Each party includes hot tea and scrumptious delicacies to savor for breakfast or lunch, accompanied by delightful fellowship and a strings quartet. Guest speaker Susan Heck, author and teacher of the "With The Master" series, will share a short presentation on "Mothers Mentoring Daughters". Parties last approximately one hour. Times vary; tickets required.

 

Family Picnic Lunch with Dr. Bill Gothard and Tom Harmon

Who says that November is too late for a picnic? Enjoy a cozy, indoor Family Fun Picnic Lunch at Nationals! The plated lunch includes delicious homestyle favorites served up with plenty of old-fashioned fun and fellowship. There will be games, music, corporate hymns, and a short message of encouragement from Dr. Gothard and Mr. Harmon to send off contestants and families into an exciting afternoon of Final Challenge Rounds. You won't want to miss this satisfying nourishment of body and spirit as a family!  Advance tickets required. Space is limited, so purchase early!

 

Build-a-Bear

Customize your own adorable plush animal friend, and add his or her own Bible Bee T-shirt! Create a fun and cuddly memento from the 2011 Nationals and Family Discipleship Celebration!  Tickets required.

 

Semi-Final and Final Challenge Rounds

The contestants have memorized up to 1,100 verses, but just one error will keep them from winning the top prize. Be inspired and challenged as young voices proclaim God's Word from memory! Tickets allow entrance into one age division's Semi-Finals/Finals; additional tickets must be purchased for the other age division's events.  Tickets required. Space is limited, so purchase early!

 

Friends of the Bee Reception and Dinner

Support the Bible Bee by enjoying a delicious dinner along with our many special guests and ministry partners at this semi-formal occasion following the Senior Division Final Challenge Round and preceding the Celebration Ceremony. Advance tickets required. $75 per adult, $25 per child. Choice of chicken, beef or vegetarian entrée.

 

Celebration Ceremony and Dessert Reception

Join in praise and gratitude to our Lord as He is glorified through music, prayer, a special multimedia Scripture presentation by Tim McKenzie from On Every Word Ministries, and award presentations by Doug Phillips of Vision Forum.  A dessert reception with live music follows. Tickets required. $7.50 per adult, $5 per child.

 

 

 

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You will be pleased by the wide variety of dining options available to you while you stay at the Nashville Renaissance. We've highlighted a few popular local choices and dependable favorites that are accessible and generally economical for family dining. Most are either right at the hotel and convention center or within easy walking distance, though we included a few special restaurants that require a bit of a drive.

ON-SITE OPTIONS

COMMERCE STREET GRILLE
The Renaissance's in-house restaurant serves up delicious American-fare meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Breakfast ranges from $8-$14 ($16 all-you-can-eat buffet), lunches are $12-$15 ($8 kids' meals) and dinner selections are $15-$30.Casual dress. We've included it as the most convenient place to eat an excellent quality meal during your stay at the Renaissance.(615) 493-4050 www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/bnash-renaissance-nashville-hotel/

Starbucks
The usual Starbucks fare, conveniently located in the hotel lobby.

Quiznos
Located on the 3rd floor of the Convention Center (just a short walk down the hall from the hotel), Quiznos offers subs, soups and salads for a late breakfast or lunch.

601 Cafe
Just across from Quiznos, the 601 is a great stop for Starbucks coffee, specialty drinks, fruits, muffins and danishes for a quick breakfast.

Kiosks in Convention Center
During the Oral and Written Test Rounds on Thursday, the Convention Center will have kiosks set out so that families can purchase a variety of breakfast, snack and lunch foods for quick yet substantial nourishment during the Prelim busyness.

Concessions in the Exhibit Halls
When the exhibit halls are open for the ministry booths and family fun activities, two concession vendors will be serving up sandwiches, snacks and more.


WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE

HG Hill Urban Market
HG is a small upscale grocery and deli that offers organics, local foods and basic grocery items.
415 Church Street (between 5th and 4th)(615) 244- 9892 http://hghills.com

Walgreens
Drugstore and basic grocery items.
226 Fifth Street, at intersection of 5th and Church (615) 256-4600

Puckett's Grocery and Restaurant
Exceptional Southern-style food and service in a fun atmosphere, including the local "meat and 3" options (the pulled pork is amazing!). Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Breakfasts run $6-$10, lunch $7-$9 and dinner $7-$16. Hearty kids' meals are around $5 each. The grocery section sells mostly their own products.
500 Church Street Phone: (615) 770-2772 www.puckettsgrocery.com

Panera
Just across the block from the Convention Center, Panera has a dependable selection of bakery items, salads, sandwiches and treats. Open for lunch, breakfast and dinner.
401 Commerce Street (615) 401-1171 www.panerabread.com

Demos' Steak and Spaghetti House
A walk down the street will take you to this local family restaurant that offers plentiful and delicious Italian and American meals for lunch and dinner. Entrees range from $7- $14 and the lunch special of the day is only $4.25. Overall, Demos' is an economical choice for a good meal.
300 Commerce Street (615) 256-4655 www.demosrestaurants.com

Jack's Bar-B-Que
Enjoy award-winning, old-fashioned, Tennessee-style BBQ for reasonable prices ($8-$12 for a full plated meal, including "meat and three" options). Carryout bulk BBQ meats are available as well.
416 Broadway(615) 254-5715 www.jacksbarbque.com

Gourmazing
This cafe opens mid-September and will offer fresh, whole foods for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Corner of Church and 6th.Website to be posted.

Subway
Subs, salads and more at affordable prices.
530 Church Street (615) 256-6138 www.subway.com

Provence Breads and Cafe
Walk across the road into this French-style bakery that advertises "all natural" baking with no artificial ingredients. Breakfast items cost about $4, lunch sandwiches are $6.50 and salads cost $8.75. Closes after lunch.
601 Church Street (615) 664-1150 www.provencebreads.com

Frist Center Cafe
The art museum's cafe features fresh salads, sandwiches, and soups for a $5-$10 lunch. Kids' meals are conventional options for $3-$7. Open for lunch or snacks daily, and stays open for dinner some evenings.
919 Broadway (615) 244-3340 www.fristcenter.org


A LITTLE FARTHER

Monell's
This local favorite offers one-price family-style Southern meals, $12.95 per person for lunch and $14.95 for dinner, including drinks and tax. It's located approximately 1.5 miles from the Renaissance.

1235 N Sixth Ave(Between Monroe and Madison Streets)Nashville, TN37208 (615) 248-4747

The Pancake Pantry
After serving Nashville for over 50 years, The Pancake Pantry is still a busy local destination for breakfast or lunch. Both meals run between $6 and $9 per person. It is located about 2.5 miles from the hotel and tends to be crowded, so allow plenty of time.
1796 21st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37212 (615) 383-9333 www.thepancakepantry.com

The Old Spaghetti Factory
Pasta, delicious sauces and salads are served for lunch and dinner, $9- $13 for dinner entrees and $1.50 less for a lunch platter.
160 N. 2nd Avenue (615) 254-9010 www.osf.com/menu/location-menus/nashville.htm

Las Paletas
This local favorite has garnered national attention with its homemade gourmet Mexican popsicles that are made with natural ingredients and unique flavor combinations. Each five-star popsicle costs $2.50, cash or check only.
2907 12th Avenue South (615) 386-2101

The Loveless Cafe
Since 1951, the Loveless Cafe has been serving up its award-winning country ham, fried chicken, homemade preserves and secret-recipe biscuits. Breakfast ranges from $8- $13, and $5 for children, and supper prices are comparable. Enjoy plated dinners or their family-style feast, "all you can eat while you're in the seat!"  It's about a 45 minute drive from the Renaissance to experience this piece of Nashville history and culture.
Located at 8400 Hwy 100 Nashville, TN 3221 (615)646-9700 www.lovelesscafe.com

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On Foot
Downtown Nashville is delightfully pedestrian-friendly, and you'll find plenty of restaurants and attractions within easy walking distance of the Renaissance. There is even a guided walking tour detailed on the Nashville Street Map and Visitor Guide.

Bus Service
The Music City Circuit of the Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority offers three downtown loops that run every 10-30minutes. Best of all, it's free! They have handy, pocket-sized maps with the circuits and schedule details.

The Music City Star Regional Rail offers commuter rail service to Lebanon, TN, with stops at stations in Mt. Juliet, Hermitage and Donelson.

Route information is on their website (link to www.nashvillemta.org), or you can call the MTA Customer Care Center: (615) 862-5950, TTY (615) 880-3286.

Taxi Cab Service
Allied Cab/Nashville Cab
(615) 883-2323

American Music City Taxi
(615) 865-4100

Checker Cab
(615) 256-7000

Yellow Cab Metro, Inc.
(615) 256-0101

Gray Line
Gray Line is a trolley tour service that offers twelve daily sightseeing tours around the Nashville area. www.graylinenashville.com

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Nashville is a city replete with music, history and family fun. You can find more ideas at www.visitmusiccity.com/visitors/familyfun or visit the Music City Visitor Center near the Renaissance in the glass tower of the Bridgestone Arena.(Fifth Avenue South & Broadway(615) 259-4747 or (615) 254-1725) While you must choose what suits your family best, the following are some suggestions for places that you may wish to explore during your time in Nashville.

HISTORY

The Hermitage
Explore history through the mansion, slave cabins and grounds of President Andrew Jackson's restored home, just 15 minutes south of downtown.
4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, TN 37076 (615)889-2941 www.thehermitage.com

Historic Franklin
Both a vital modern community and the historically preserved scene of Civil War history (including the site of the war's "bloodiest battle"), Franklin promises much and is only a short trip from the hotel, just about 30 minutes away from downtown.
Visitor Center 209 East Main St. Franklin (615)591-8514www.historicfranklin.com orwww.battleoffranklintrust.org

Belle Meade Plantation
This once-renowned Thoroughbred horse farm was founded in 1807. You can tour the original log cabin, the 1853 Greek Revival Mansion, stables and more. A winery, southern-inspired cafe and museum store and private -labeled Belle Meade ham and honey are also featured.
5025 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205 (615)356-0501 www.bellemeadeplantation.com

Mansker's Station
This living history site endeavors to re-create life in a frontier station typical of the early Cumberland Settlements.
705 Caldwell Lane Goodlettsville, TN 37072 (615)859-FORT www.manskersstation.org

The Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge
Enjoy a stroll across this historical steel structure to catch a view of the Titan's LP Stadium and the downtown Nashville skyline.


EDUCATIONAL FUN

Nashville Main Library
Just a walk across the street or the hotel parking garage, you'll find an exceptional library. With its extensive and whimsical children's section, the beautiful indoor and outdoor architecture and classically peaceful adult reading areas, we're sure that Bible Bee families will thoroughly enjoy this haven for studying and quiet times.
615 Church Street (615)862-5800 www.library.nashville.org

Frist Center for the Visual Arts
This art museum strives to be a family-friendly destination for experiencing visual and performance arts. Youth 18 years and under are always free and the Martin ArtQuest Gallery offers extensive interactive art experiences for the whole family. A special exhibition of Northern Renaissance Paintings from Bob Jones University Museum & Gallery will be open throughout November as well.Within easy walking distance of the Renaissance.
919 Broadway (615) 244-3340 www.fristcenter.org

Adventure Science Center Nashville
Designed for interactive, fun science exploration, this center includes an aerospace simulator, an activity-laden adventure tower, animal secrets discovery area, planetarium and more.
800 Fort Negley Blvd. Nashville (615) 862-5160 www.adventuresci.com

MUSIC

Ryman Auditorium
Just across the street from the Nashville Convention Center, the Ryman is the original residence of the Grand Ole Opry and holds a rich history of country music. The Ryman offers self-guided tours (ticketed), a gift shop, recording studio and current performances.
116 Fifth Avenue North, (615) 889-3060 or www.ryman.com

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Charged with the mission of preserving the history and traditions of country music, the Hall of Fame and Museum offers a wide variety of artifacts, musical and video collections, exhibitions and tours celebrating many decades of American music. A Musical Instrument Petting Zoo gives children a chance to handle a wide variety of musical instruments. You can also visit Hatch Show Print just one block away, to learn about one of the oldest letterpress print shops in the nation.
222 Fifth Avenue South (615) 416-2001 http://countrymusichalloffame.org

Grand Ole' Opry
Live performances of both classic and current country music are featured in this history-laden country music show.
Tours and ticket information at (800) SEE-OPRY or www.opry.com

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Thursday, November 17th
2:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents 'Gather the Family'
	Breakout Session with George Grant (NCC 206)   Breakout Session with The Watchman International (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Logos (NCC 208)
3:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents Tim McKenzie
	Breakout Session with Walker Moore (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Ted Yoder (NCC 208)
	Breakout Session with George Grant (NCC 210)
	Bible Bee Soda Shoppe Open (until 6 PM) - Face Painting, Balloon Creations, BB Bingo, Barber Shop Quartet and More!
	KJV Birthday Party (Bible Bee Soda Shoppe)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
	The Family Room Open (until 6 PM)
	Exhibit Hall Open (until 6 PM)
	Music Studio Open (until 6 PM)
	Sweet Sleep Open (until 6 PM)
4:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents the Wissmann Family
	Breakout Session with Kirk Martin (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Answers in Genesis (NCC 208)
	Breakout Session with Walker Moore (NCC 210)
	Art Class with Doug McGuire (NCC 213)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
5:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents a Hendry Play
	Breakout Session with Ask Me WhoOo (NCC 208)
	Breakout Session with Kirk Martin (NCC 210)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
7:00 PM	Opening Ceremony
Friday, November 18th
8:00 AM	Family Prayer Gathering (Franklin Springs Theatre)
9:00 AM	Breakfast Tea with Susan Heck (Music City Ballroom)   Father/Son Pancake Breakfast with Kirk and Casey Martin (Belmont)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
	Bible Bee Soda Shoppe Open (until 5 PM) - Face Painting, Balloon Creations, BB Bingo, Barber Shop Quartet and More!
	The Family Room Open (until 5 PM)
	Exhibit Hall Open (until 5 PM)
	Music Studio Open (until 5 PM)
	Sweet Sleep Open (until 5 PM)
	Little Bees Room Open (until 5 PM)
9:30 AM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents a Hendry Play
	Breakout Session with Ken Carpenter (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Ted Yoder (NCC 207)
10:00 AM	Breakout Session with Logos (NCC 208)
	Breakout Session with Jim Woychuck (NCC 213)
	Build-a-Bear Open (until 3 PM)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
10:30 AM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents 'An American Adventure'
	Breakout Session with John Stonestreet (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Susan Heck (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Ken Carpenter (NCC 209)
11:00 AM	Breakout Session with Jim Woychuk (NCC 208)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
11:30 AM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents 'Stonewall Jackson'
	Breakout Session with Voddie Baucham (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Loren Wissmann (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with John Stonestreet (NCC 209)
12:00 PM	Breakout Session with Greg Wilbur (NCC 208)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
12:30 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents Tim McKenzie
	Breakout Session with John Stonestreet (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Nathan Clark George (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Voddie Baucham (NCC 209)
	'What's the Bee?' (NCC 213)
1:00 PM	Breakout Session with Tom Harmon (NCC 208)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
1:30 PM
	Breakout Session with Jack Eggar (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Thomas Purifoy (NCC 207)
	Gospel Face Painting (NCC 213)
2:00 PM	Breakout Session with Ken Carpenter (NCC 208)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
	High Noon Tea with Susan Heck (Music City Ballroom)
2:30 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents ‘George Washington Carver’
	Breakout Session with John Stonestreet (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Walker Moore (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Jack Eggar (NCC 209)
3:00 PM	Breakout Session with "Picture This!" (NCC 208)
	KJV Birthday Party (Bible Bee Soda Shoppe)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
3:30 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents a Hendry Play
	Breakout Session with Voddie Baucham (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Kirk Martin (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with John Stonestreet (NCC 209)
4:00 PM	Breakout Session with Answers in Genesis (NCC 208)
	Art Class with Doug McGuire (NCC 213)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
	Opryland Tour (Returns at 7 PM)
4:30 PM	Breakout Session with Kirk Cameron (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Voddie Baucham (NCC 209)
7:00 PM	Family Hymn Sing (Franklin Springs Theatre)
8:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents 'Lady Jane Grey'
	Family Square Dance (NCC 206)
9:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents ‘The Runner from Ravenshead’
Saturday, November 19th
8:00 AM	Family Prayer Gathering (Franklin Springs Theatre)
9:00 AM	Mother/Daughter Breakfast Tea with Susan Heck
	The Family Room Open (until 4 PM)
	Bible Bee Soda Shoppe Open (until 4 PM) - Face Painting, Balloon Creations, BB Bingo, Barber Shop Quartet and More!
	Family Exhibit Hall Open (until 4 PM)
	Music Studios Open (until 4 PM)
	Little Bees Open (until 4 PM)
	Sweet Sleep Open (until 4 PM)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
9:30 AM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents Voddie Baucham
	Breakout Session with Logos (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Answers in Genesis (NCC 208)
	Art Class with Doug McGuire (NCC 213)
10:00 AM	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
	Build-a-Bear Open (until 3 PM)
10:30 AM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents Doug Phillips
	Breakout Session with Kirk Martin (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Brett Harris (NCC 208)
	Breakout Session with Voddie Baucham (NCC 209)
	Art Class with Timothy Botts (NCC 213)
11:00 AM	Computer Junction
11:30 AM	Picnic Luncheon with Dr. Gothard & Tom Harmon (NCC 206)
	Picnic Luncheon with Phil Vischer
	Breakout Session with Doug Phillips (NCC 209)   Breakout Session with The Watchman International (NCC 207)
12:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents 'Lady Jane Grey'
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
1:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents Doug Phillips
	Breakout Session with Walker Moore (NCC 207)
	Breakout Session with Ted Yoder (NCC 208)
	Art Class with Timothy Botts (NCC 213)
1:30 PM	Computer Junction (NCC 103)   Breakout Session with Phil Vischer (TBA)
2:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents Joel Belz
	Breakout Session with Brett Harris (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with "Picture This!" (NCC 208)
	Breakout Session with Doug Phillips (NCC 209)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
2:30 PM	"What's the Bee?" (NCC 207)
3:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents a Hendry Play
	Breakout Session with Doug Phillips (NCC 206)
	Breakout Session with Brett Harris (NCC 209)
	Art Class with Timothy Botts (NCC 213)
	KJV Birthday Party (Bible Bee Soda Shoppe)
	Computer Junction (NCC 103)
3:30 PM	Gospel Face Painting (NCC 207)   Breakout Session with Phil Vischer (TBA)
4:00 PM	Franklin Springs Theatre Presents 'Gather the Family'
	Breakout Session with Brett Harris (NCC 206)
	Opryland Tour (Returns at 7 PM)
5:30 PM	Friends of the Bee Dinner (Music City Ballroom)
6:00 PM	Family Pasta Dinner
7:30 PM	Celebration Ceremony (Hotel Grand Ballroom)
Sunday, November 20th
10:00 PM	Church Service with Voddie Baucham and the Gettys

 

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2011 Family Discipleship Celebration

Special Guest Sessions

 

 

Dr. Voddie Baucham is a husband, father, pastor, author, professor, conference speaker and church planter.  He currently serves as Pastor of Preaching at Grace Family Baptist Church in Spring, TX.  Voddie’s area of emphasis is Cultural Apologetics.  Whether teaching on classical apologetic issues like the validity and historicity of the Bible, or the resurrection of Christ; or teaching on biblical manhood/ womanhood, marriage and family, he helps ordinary people understand the significance of thinking and living biblically in every area of life. He holds degrees from Houston Baptist University (BA in Christianity/BA in Sociology), Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div.), Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (D.Min.), an honorary degree from Southern California Seminary (D.D.), and additional post-graduate study at the University of Oxford, England (Regent’s Park College). Voddie and his wife, Bridget, have been married since 1989 and are committed home educators of their seven children. 

 

Why I Choose to Believe the Bible Session 1

                   

An exposition of 2 Peter 1

 

Jesus' view of Scripture Session 2

 

An exposition of Luke 24

 

Scripture's view of Jesus Session 3

 

An exposition of Genesis 3:15

 

 

 

Kirk Cameron is a television and film actor noted recently for his work in the inspirational film Fireproof. He is also known for his memorable roles on ABC's Growing Pains, the Left Behind movies, and co-host of The Way of the Master television series.  Kirk spends much of his time producing new television and film projects and speaking to people around the country, teaching them how to share their faith and live out a gospel centered marriage and family. His passion is to see people live fully devoted to Jesus.  Kirk and his wife are the founders of Camp Firefly, a camp for seriously ill children and their families. Together, they live in California with their six children.

 

 

The Inevitable Triumph of the Gospel of God

God's Word is living and powerful. It is a sword. It is light. It cuts and it heals. It also tells us the greatest drama ever enacted by humans on the world's largest stage: It is called "The Inevitable Triumph of the Gospel of God". Learn about history's Greatest Hero, its greatest villain, and your essential role as a supporting character in this glorious human enactment. Get ready for some direction and acting lessons in this session with Kirk Cameron, because your time to enter the stage has come!

 

 

 

John Stonestreet is passionate about illuminating a biblical worldview for today's culture. He's a speaker, writer, cultural commentator, and collaborator of worldview initiatives. In his shared role with the Colson Center/Breakpoint and Summit Ministries, John directs conferences and curriculum projects, speaks to groups nationally and internationally, consults on worldview education for schools and churches, and appears frequently on web and radio broadcasts. John holds a master of arts in Christian thought from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (IL) where he graduated with honors. He is the author of many web and print articles, and the co-author with W. Gary Phillips and William E. Brown of Making Sense of Your World: A Biblical Worldview.  John and his wife, Sarah, were married in 2002. They have three daughters and a dog, and live in Colorado Springs, Colo.

 

Amusing Ourselves to Death: How to Live Biblically in a World of Entertainment and DistractionSession 1

 

When Is Our Worldview Really Biblical? What Worldview Tests Don't MeasureSession 2

                    

Christianity and Culture: Starting with the Right QuestionSession 3

 

 

Phil Vischer is a writer, actor, animator, puppeteer, and the cofounder of Big Idea Productions, the company best known for bringing computer-animated vegetables to life in the popular VeggieTales series. Since leaving Big Idea, Vischer has started a new creative shop called Jellyfish Labs where he and a small team work to produce faith-based media for children and families, including the “What’s In the Bible” series of DVD’s. He also still works with Big Idea on a contract basis, writing scripts and performing many of the voices for new VeggieTales productions. Phil continues to pursue new ways to integrate faith and storytelling. Phil lives with his wife, Lisa, and their three kids in Wheaton, Illinois.

 

“What’s In the Bible?” Picnic Lunch with Phil Vischer

Our November picnic lunches are so popular that we’re offering another one featuring the creator of Veggie Tales and What’s in the Bible?, Phil Vischer. Enjoy an indoor, plated picnic lunch that includes delicious homestyle favorites served up with plenty of old-fashioned fun and fellowship.  There will be games, music and a short message from Phil Vischer, "My Life As a Tomato," to send off contestants and families into an exciting afternoon of Final Challenge Rounds.   You won’t want to miss this satisfying nourishment of body and spirit as a family! 

 

Phil will present an additional session on "Why the Bible Matters More Than Ever" on Friday, November 18th at 2:00pm.

 

 

Joel Belz is the founder of World magazine and God's World News children's magazines. Joel is a member and elder in the Presbyterian Church in America. He and his wife, Carol Esther, have five children and eighteen grandchildren and live in North Carolina.

 

Come, listen and be challenged by the founder of World magazine and God’s World News children’s magazines and a veteran of the publishing industry.   Joel will speak from this wisdom as he exhorts parents toward family discipleship and how it will impact your family in powerful ways!

 

 

 

Doug Phillips is founder and President of Vision Forum Ministries and Vision Forum, Inc., both of which are dedicated to the preservation and renewal of Biblical family principles.  Doug is a well-known speaker and author, and serves as a shepherd at Boerne Christian Assembly.  The joy of his life is Beall, his wife, and his eight children.  The Phillips family resides in San Antonio, Texas.

 

Identity Theft Session 1, Session 3

Whether it’s the latest fashion trend, teen pop sensation, or sports icon, the culture of the world is constantly vying for the affections of our families. At the heart of this crisis is “identity theft”: rather than identify with Christ, who bought us with a price, the world would have us identify with its customs and ideals. In this powerful message, Doug Phillips poses key questions that get to the heart of the matter: Who are your heroes? What songs do you sing? Do you prefer the company of weak-minded Christians or strong-minded Christians? Put simply: With whom do you identify? Along the way, he addresses a number of the key identity traps Christians grapple with, including: body piercing, tattoos, dress, male effeminacy, the popular athletic culture, and much more. His basic point is this: As children of God, we should identify with Him and be distinctive. We should seek to be about our Father’s business, not the business of the world.

 

Developing a Biblical Worldview of Film and Media Session 2

Here is the bad news: We live in the most media-saturated culture in history. Hollywood is poisoning our youth with images and world views which are at war with the Gospel and toxic to our children. Here is the good news: Home Educators are leading the charge to build a replacement industry to Hollywood built on biblical principles and dedicated to "taking every [frame] captive to the obedience of Christ." Now Doug Phillips, the founder of the Christian Filmmakers Academy and the San Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival, gives parents and students the foundation for a distinctively biblical worldview for film and media. He answers questions like "What is a Christ-honoring film?" and he helps Christian families to escape from the status of media victim, and become cultural visionaries for Christ.

 

 

 

Ken Carpenter has been the producer/director of making award-winning film and video projects for over twenty years.  He founded Franklin Films, which has produced numerous projects for the leading names in Christian media and ministry, and more recently, he founded Franklin Springs Family Media, which produces films designed to entertain and edify families. In addition to television and documentary work, Ken has also done commercial, promotional, and music video projects for Steven Curtis Chapman, Michael W. Smith, Max Lucado, dc Talk, Compassion International, Jeremy Camp, Tyndale Publishers, Casting Crowns, Big Idea Productions, Mercy Me, The Gideons, Point of Grace, and numerous others.  Ken and his wife Devon live just outside the creative haven of Franklin, TN, where they enjoy the adventure of raising their nine children.

 

True Story Session 1

Whether it’s documentary storytelling, or adapting a real event to a feature film, the process of weaving together stories based in reality is invigorating.   With years of award-winning documentary filmmaking experience, as well as countless projects in the “reality” realm, to currently developing a feature film based on a true story, Ken Carpenter brings his love for real people and real stories to this session that explores successful techniques for bringing true stories to film.

 

All in the Family Session 2

The crossroads of film and family is taking a new turn as more and more families are experiencing the benefits of working together in the film arena.   This session explores the rewards realized when families team together to make a film.  Producer/Director Ken Carpenter has worked with his brother, Rod, for many years.  And most of his shoots include at least a few other family members on the crew.

 

 

 

Jack Eggar has been the President/CEO of Awana since 1999.  Under his guidance, Awana outreach and discipleship ministry has expanded its impact from a total of 9,000 churches around the world in 1998 to over 20,000 as of 2010.  He has been a pastor, church planter, author and international speaker. Jack and his wife Dona have four grown children along with five grandchildren, and live in suburban Chicago. Both serve as Awana leaders in their local church

           

Investing In Family Discipleship

As the President and CEO of Awana since 1999, Jack has seen many changes in the youth landscape in the church in America.  Originally founded as an outreach program for youth in the inner city, Awana has grown to partner with parents in the spiritual development of their children in over 22,000 churches worldwide.  As a husband to Dona and the father to four grown children, with five grandchildren, Jack knows the importance of family discipleship in the home.  Using the Bible Bee as a bridge for school year clubbers to continue their study of the Word of God and Bible memorization during the summer, the National Bible Bee has created unique Awana-themed local bees.  Come hear Jack challenge parents to invest in the permanent, sustainable pattern of family discipleship in your home.

 

 

 

Dr. Walker Moore,president and founder of Awe Star Ministries, is an internationally known youth culture expert, Bible teacher, author, and conference speaker who has worked with families for nearly four decades. A graduate of Hannibal LaGrange College, he writes the popular “Rite of Passage Parenting” column for the Oklahoma Baptist Messenger and is the author of You Wanna Pierce What?, The 9:23 Call, and Rite of Passage Parenting: Four Essential Experiences to Equip Your Kids for Life (book and workbook, Thomas Nelson, 2007).  Walker preaches internationally and is one of the main speakers for Global Focus, a national, multidenominational service organization. He has been a guest on The 700 Club as well as the Trinity Broadcasting Network and numerous radio programs. He and his wife, Cathy, have two adult sons.

 

Rite of Passage Parenting - Session 1

When and how does a child become an adult? In our culture, we’re not sure. Family expert, youth culture specialist, and (perhaps most important of all) dad Dr. Walker Moore believes today’s young people are missing a natural, healthy element seen in cultures across the world: a rite of passage, part of the “ancient paths” (Jer. 6:16) instilled within us by our Creator. Dr. Moore uses humor, biblical wisdom, and nearly forty years of experience with families to teach parents how to handle the cultural shift. This preview of his popular Rite of Passage Parenting Conference gives an overview of the four essential skills parents need to raise capable, responsible, self-reliant adults—not kids who never grow up.

 

The Orphan Heart -Session 2                                                                                 

When Jesus comforted his followers by telling them, “I will not leave you as orphans. I will come to you” (John 14:18), he referred to an ongoing relationship with a loving Father. Many of the hurts and failures we experience as believers occur because the devil is a liar. Since he can’t have our souls, he seeks to kill, steal, and destroy. In this powerful seminar, Dr. Moore uses powerful, biblical teaching and real-life stories to provide both explanation and answers for the problem of the orphan heart. 

 

 

 

Dr.  Bill Gothard is founder and president of the Institute in Basic Life Principles, a nonprofit corporation dedicated to serving youth and families through God-ordained leaders.After 15 years of working with inner-city gangs, church youth groups, high school clubs, youth camps, and families in crisis, Bill wrote his master’s thesis on a youth program that eventually led to seven Biblical, non-optional principles of life which, when followed, will result in harmonious relationships in all areas of life.  These principles have now been taught for more than 40 years in seminars around the world.  The work of the Institute involves a home-education program, a law school, an accelerated learning program, and over 60 other ministries.

 

Family Picnic Lunch with Dr. Bill Gothard and Tom Harmon

Who says that November is too late for a picnic? Enjoy a cozy, indoor Family Fun Picnic Lunch at Nationals! The plated lunch includes delicious homestyle favorites served up with plenty of old-fashioned fun and fellowship. There will be games, music, corporate hymns, and a short message of encouragement from Dr. Gothard and Mr. Harmon to send off contestants and families into an exciting afternoon of Final Challenge Rounds. You won't want to miss this satisfying nourishment of body and spirit as a family! 

 

 

Tom Harmon has been a full time itinerant preacher speaking in churches, camps, and Bible conferences for the past twenty-five years. Tom and his wife of 41 years, Joyce, have four grown children and 21 grandchildren.

 

Pathways in Your Mind

Join Tom Harmon for an exposition of 1 Peter 1:13, exploring Scriptural paths and the benefits of focusing and meditating on Biblical truth.

 

 

 

Brett Harris is co-founder of “The Rebelution” website and conferences along with his brother, Alex. The twins are authors of the best-selling book Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations  and  Start Here: Doing Hard Things Right Where You Are, main speakers for The Rebelution Tour conferences, and have been featured nationally in print, radio, and television.  Son of homeschool pioneers Gregg and Sono Harris and younger brother of best-selling author Joshua Harris (I Kissed Dating Goodbye), Brett is a student at Patrick Henry College in Purcellville, Virginia.

            Session to Be Announced

 

 

 

George Grant is the pastor of Parish Presbyterian Church and the founder of New College Franklin, the King's Meadow Study Center, and Franklin Classical School.  He has written dozens of books on a wide range of subjects and has created a four-year Humanities curriculum for homeschool families.  He loves cooking, gardening, and reading with his wife of more than thirty years and can be found most weekends either out on long runs with his dogs, playing on the floor with his grandkids, sitting in his library with an antiquarian book, or tending the barbecue grill in his backyard.

 

Shelf Life: Reading, Thinking, and Resisting the Tyranny of the Urgent 

Where does reading fit in the discipleship of your family?  Dr. George Grant exhorts you to make reading foundational to your family's educational and spiritual growth.  This creates a manner of life that defies the busyness of our culture.  Such a life helps your children stand fast--rooted in Biblical principles and motivated to serve. 

 

 

 

Tim McKenzie is President and Founder of On Every Word, a non-profit ministry that seeks to inspire the love, value and practice of abiding in God’s Word both by example and instruction. In his multimedia presentations, Tim takes you on worshipful Scriptural journeys that come from the heart and touch the soul. Tim and his wife, Suzanne, have been married for 30 years, have three children and one grandson, and make their home in Sugar Land, Texas.

 

“And God Said”

“And God Said” surveys the seven days of creation, using the lens of Romans 1:20 to view “God’s invisible qualities – His eternal power and divine nature”.  The text of the presentation spans 19 books and 67 chapters of Scripture, pairing each day of the creation story with a corresponding, biblical truth about the God who lights the world, feeds the birds of the air, and offers rest to the wear.  Magnificent images of nature and original music compliment the text, creating a vivid multimedia testimony to the majesty of the Creator.

 

 

 

Greg Wilbur has a BA in Music and a Master’s Degree in Music Composition. For more than ten years, he taught the arts (music, drama, art history, and aesthetics) as well as literature and Rhetoric. He serves as the Dean of the Chapel for New College Franklin and as a senior teaching fellow. Greg serves as the Chief Musician of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church where he also leads monthly literature discussions and other arts events. In 2010 Ligonier Ministries released a CD of his congregational songs called My Cry Ascends: New Parish Psalms. He lives in Franklin with his wife Sophia, daughter Eleanor, dog Molly and trinitarian cat, Lord Peter.

 

Developing a Christian Understanding of Beauty

Beauty is an attribute of God that reflects elements of His nature in a transcendent way--providing insight and knowledge about the character of God. However, we live in an ugly culture of strip malls, warehouse churches, wimpy subjective art and music and literature. As Christians devoted to the creation mandate and the beautiful truth of the holiness of God, why do we tolerate and even participate in such transitory and demeaning art?  Composer and educator Greg Wilbur leads a lively discussion on what it means for your family to view and appreciate aesthetics from a distinctly Christian perspective. 

 

 

 

Nathan Clark George has been touring with his music for over a decade, including five years full-time in an RV with his family, encouraging a multi-generational vision for the family and the Kingdom of Peace. His discography delivers compelling musical presentations of Scripture along with transparent snapshots of life. It is Nathan’s desire to encourage a thoughtful and meaningful approach to corporate worship. Aside from music Nathan likes VWs, BMW motorcyles, high mountain air, the wide spaces of the Dakotas, and old broken guitars. 

 

Confessional Living

Award winning singer/songwriter Nathan Clark George presents an inspiring look at what confessional living means in a family.  Through a mixture of music and teaching, he shows the humility and joy that comes from a life that confesses both sin and God's sovereignty.
 

 

 

Susan Heck and her husband Doug have been married for 36 years. Susan has been involved in Women’s Ministries for about 25 years. This included teaching Bible Studies, counseling, and heading up Ladies with the Master women’s ministry at Grace Community Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  Susan is a certified counselor with the National Association of Nouthetic Counselors. She is also the author of “With the Master” Bible study series for ladies, as well as “Putting-Off Life Dominating Sins" and "A Call to Scripture Memory." Susan’s teaching ministry is an outgrowth of her memorization work on the Bible. She has personally memorized 23 books of the New Testament word-for-word and several other portions of Scripture. Susan Heck has two grown children, and seven grandchildren. Susan speaks to women’s groups, both nationally and internationally, on how they can launch a women’s ministry in their church, as well as other various subjects.

 

A Call To Scripture Memory  

The Psalmist says, "Thy Word have I hidden in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee." (119:11). In this session, Susan Heck will answer the questions: who should memorize Scripture, why should we memorize Scripture, when, where and how do we memorize Scripture? She will also give case studies of individual's lives who have been changed due to renewal of their mind through Scripture Memorization. For women and girls only, by speaker’s request.

 

 

 

Kirk and Casey Martin  Laugh-out loud funny, practical and life-changing. That is how over 150,000 parents have described Calm Christian Parenting Founder and homeschooling father Kirk Martin. Based on work with 1,500 challenging children right in his own home, Kirk’s strategies will eliminate the power struggles, yelling and arguing that stress you out. Kirk’s presentations feature interactions with his son, Casey—this makes the strategies concrete, challenging and funny. His gut-wrenchingly honest approach inspires transformation. Plus we spend A LOT of time helping parents change (not just kids). The best discipline is self-discipline. Come find out why USA Today, PARADE Magazine and 800 churches and schools have relied on Kirk for advice that really works.

 

At Your Wit's End? Stop Defiance, Sibling Fights & Video Games

Do you need help calming your explosive household? Tired of yelling at, negotiating with and bribing your child? Do you want your child to take responsibility for his assignments, chores and attitude? We promise you will laugh and leave with a dozen practical strategies that really work.

 *   Create a Stress-Free home—stop the yelling and arguing.

 *   Eliminate defiance, disrespect and power struggles (even with teens).

 *   Improve focus, attention and motivation.

 *   Relieve anxiety, sensory issues and sibling fights.

 *   Create stress-free mornings, dinner and bedtime.

 

 

Stop Sibling Fights, Name Calling & Power Struggles

Does anything make your blood boil more than hearing your children be mean to each other? But none of your rational discussions seem to make a difference. You feel like a bad parent, like you’ve done something wrong, embarrassed that your kids act like this. We’ll show you how to stop these siblings fights and power struggles.

 

 

Discipline Like God: When Spanking & Consequences Don’t Work

You have a child for whom consequences mean nothing. Consequences simply don’t register. You threaten to spank them and they just drop their drawers and call your bluff. You find yourself fighting all the time, drawn into endless power struggles with a child you adore, but don’t know how to motivate. We’ll show you how to get the respect you want while you discipline—and grow closer—to your child.

 

 

 

Jim Woychuk has a passion for promoting Scripture memorization. He directs Scripture Memory Fellowship International, succeeding his late father who founded the systematic Scripture memory program, and pastors Hannibal Evangelical Free Church.“Systematic Scripture memorization is not an end in itself. The goal is not to become Bible trivia experts,” Jim says. “Instead it is a discipleship tool we can use to know, love and obey our Father better.” Jim and his wife, Susan, and two children reside in Hannibal, Missouri.

 

with Daniel Staddon, the 2009 Senior Division National Bible Bee winner.  This past summer, he published The $100,000 Word, a book about his experiences with the Bible Bee that includes practical advice for anyone who wants to increase their practice of Bible memorization. Daniel currently is a student at Dr. Gothard’s Institute of Basic Life Principles. 

 

 

Funshop: The Seed is the Word of God- Planting Methods 101

Exciting hands-on workshop incorporating conversational drama, music and games! Utilizing the insights of memorizers both ancient and modern, this workshop provides strategies and methods for systematic Scripture memorization. Resources include 66 years of working with memorizers, recent research on memory and brain function; insights from Bible Bee winner Daniel Staddon, and the Bible’s own hints. Handouts include helpful websites, games, and musical resources for Scripture memory.

 

Historical Examples of World Transformation Through Scripture Memorization

What do Robert Morrison, William Wilberforce, Frances Ridely Havergal, Todd Beamer, Abraham Lincoln, and C. H. Spurgeon have in common? The Word of God treasured in their hearts rendered them capable of changing the world in which they lived. Historical vignettes of the power the sword of the Spirit in the hands of capable wielders.

 

Mental and Spiritual Muscle-Building

Rote memorization has been given a bad rap during the past half century. Yet current studies show that training the mind to receive written content in large quantities still produces benefits today, especially enhanced retention, strengthened concentration and increased mental endurance. Systematic memorization of Scripture plants truths for life and strengthens faith in Christ. Great historic figures such as Abraham Lincoln, William Wilberforce and C. H. Spurgeon were raised on Scripture memorization. Leaders today such as Billy Graham and Chuck Swindoll still endorse it wholeheartedly. Come learn from Jim Woychuk how Scripture memorization increases brain power and strengthens faith in children. Jim will also explain age-appropriate strategies as well as practical incentives, games, and memory devices to accomplish the task.

 

 

 

Thomas Purifoy, Jr., is a filmmaker, writer, and educator. He wrote and directed the Modern Parables films and authored accompanying curriculum materials. Additionally, he produced and co-edited the documentaries in the Seek Social Justice series. Currently he is editing a new series on economics and developing new products. Thomas is a graduate of Vanderbilt University, formerly a U.S. Naval Officer, and the Director of a classical school in Lyon, France.

 

Making Economics Simple: 7 Biblical Principles Every Christian Should Know

As economies around the world fail, it's time to consider what the Bible teaches about stewardship, work, and wealth. Fresh from shooting a film series on the subject with RC Sproul, Jr., Thomas outlines the basics of Biblical economics in a manner appropriate for your whole family. Includes a sneak peek of the first lesson in the series.

 

 

 

Timothy Botts is a noted calligraphic artist and designer with a BFA in graphic design from Carnegie-Mellon.  He has designed more than 600 books for Tyndale House Publishers near Chicago where he is senior art director. Ten books of his own work are published, including Doorposts, Messiah, and a Bible illustrated in his calligraphy. His newest book is Bound for Glory which visually expresses African American spirituals. He instructs others through various colleges’ courses, workshops and Masterpiece Ministries, an outreach to high school students in the arts.  Tim and his wife Nancy are the parents of three grown children and twelve grandchildren.

 

 

Doug McGuire is a free-lance illustrator who works with national and international clients on print, online, video and film projects.  He applied his illustration skills to 1 Peter recently by creating the unique Day 10 Diagrams of the Sword Study. Doug lives in Columbus with his wonderful wife, Diane, and their three children.

 

Art Classes with Timothy Botts or Doug McGuire

Come learn some art principles and tricks of the trade from calligraphy artist Timothy Botts and illustrator of the Day 10 Diagrams, Doug McGuire. Botts will begin his classes by narrating his creation of a Scripture artwork. You can try your own hand at illustrating beautifully-written Scripture verses or engaging characters and ideas in these limited-space classes. Tickets required, supplies included.

 

 

James Kenniv uses his God-given musical talents to teach others about God through worship and music, and to call His Church to a deeper relationship with Him.  Over the years, he has written an abundance of music for piano, voice, choir and other instruments.  James operates a teaching studio and a recording studio in which he produced the “Musical Scriptures” CD’s for the Bible Bee.  James and his wife Kristen have seven wonderful children ages 3 to 17 years.

 

Enjoy James’ music during the preludes and postludes of most of the contest events and the Prayer Gatherings.  James is also the composer and conductor for the original musical being performed during the Opening Ceremony.

 

 

Loren Wissmann is the spiritual leader of the Wissmann family, which includes wife, Gloria, thirteen children and two grandchildren. The Wissmanns desire to honor the Lord by serving Him together as a family. Through proclaiming His great plan of salvation through song and testimony, it is their hope and prayer to see lost souls come to trust Christ as well as Christians encouraged in the Lord and families strengthened for His glory.  Loren enjoys teaching Scripture and sharing some of the family principles that he has learned through the Lord’s work in his family’s life.  Keeping everything with a Christian base, the Wissmann's enjoy playing bluegrass, gospel, original selections, patriotic numbers, audience participation, and refreshing, creative arrangements of timeless hymns.

 

The Blessings and Challenges of A Large Family

Join this father of 13 children as he shares Biblical teaching on children and relates it to testimonies of how God honors His Word.

 

The Wissmann Family Performance

Come be inspired by the music and testimonies of this gifted family as they honor the Lord as an entire family.

 

 

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Doron Keidar was born and raised in Israel. He is a commander in the Israeli Army, and the founder of Shield of David ministries. He works with Project Gideon, raising awareness for Israel and helping supply the reserve soldiers on the northern border of Israel with better equipment.  Doron also works with his father-in-law, Lars Enarson, in The Watchman International, traveling and speaking in various nations on the Hebrew roots of Christianity and radical discipleship. He is married and has one daughter, three months old. 

 

Israel – God’s Chosen People

The Jewish people have given us the Bible and our Savior (Rom 1:3; 3:1-2). Paul explains that Christians are in debt to them (Rom 15:27). How does this apply to us today? Are God’s promises to Abraham still valid? The Watchman International is a ministry dedicated to “Prepare the Way for the LORD” through teaching and mobilizing prayer for Israel, God's Chosen People.

 

 

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Answers Bible Curriculum by Roger Patterson, Answers In Genesis

Come and learn about the exciting Answers Bible Curriculum being developed by Answers in Genesis. Featuring real Bible study, an intergenerational approach, and solidly biblical apologetics, this new curriculum will help equip your entire church family to understand the true history of the universe—especially the redemption that is available in Jesus Christ.

 

 

Retain the Word for Life by Dan Peters, Picture This! Ministry

Everyone who loves the Lord and His Word wants the content of the Bible to "stick." We want the Bible to "dwell in us richly" (Col. 3:16); we want the Word of God to be our "first response" in all situations. Yet, remembering God's word can be challenging. Maybe you’ve never been taught from a Bible that fits your learning style strengths. Perhaps you’re a visual learner who is also picture smart and you’ve been using auditory methods your whole life. The same thing can be true of your children. Let us show you how you can visualize and remember God’s Word in a new and innovative way. This appeals to all ages and is great for just about any setting, including missions and those with limited English skills.

 

 

Hendry Historical Plays by The Hendry Family

 

Max Rossvally - From the Synagogue to the Savior. (Session 1)A German Jewish immigrant serving as a surgeon at Gettysburg is perplexed and perturbed by the calm demeanor of a critically injured drummer boy. The boy's testimony, as well as others in the years to follow, bring about a radical transformation in Dr. Rossvally’s life. This one-man drama brings to life this true story of redemption.

 

Ira Sankey and Fanny Crosby - Sing unto the Lord. (Session 2)Music is an integral part of worship. Join these two beloved hymn writers as they share and sing some of the marvelous hymns and songs of church history and tell the stories behind some of the best-loved hymns of the faith. The program closes with the story of “Jesus Loves Me,” illustrated with a chalk drawing.

 

Corrie ten Boom - A Prisoner and Yet...(Session 3) Corrie ten Boom and her family helped many Jewish people flee the terror of the Nazis, their own home serving as a “hiding place.” As a result, her family were sent to the concentration camps, where most of them died. In spite of the horrid conditions, Corrie and her sister Betsie were able to share God's love with many of their fellow inmates. Betsie eventually died, but Corrie was released due to an “error” and traveled the world telling all who would listen that, “There is no pit within God's will where His great love is not deeper still.”

 

Anna Jackson - For the Love of Hearth and Home.(Session 4)Anna Jackson shares the story of her God-honoring home and the loving Christian home and marriage she sought to establish as the wife of General Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson, whose childhood as an orphan had been one with little love and even less of God's Word and true faith. Hear Anna share the marvelous stories of faith and family as the wife of the Civil War hero as she recounts his personal, spiritual, and military victories wherein he gave all the glory to God. This “widow of the Confederacy” presents a marvelous story that will inspire audiences of all ages.

 

 

 

Catechism That Works for Your Family by Diana Batarseh, Ask Me WhoOo

Catechizing our children was a regular practice of our founding fathers.  Joseph Engels took the Westminster Shorter Catechism and adapted it in order to teach children the basics of the faith.  The fruit of teaching the basics of the faith is incalculable. Rote memorization, however, is often dry, difficult and often abandoned before all 150 question and answers are taught and understood.  But not if set to easy-to-learn music and contextualized in Scripture! Come find out why and how to do it with Diana Beach Batarseh, founder of Ask Me WhoOo, a ministry of TruthBilt Families.

 

 

Geocaching: Adventure For Your Whole Family by Steve Schapansky

If going on a beautiful hike isn't enough to get your family outdoors, then you might try taking them on a treasure hunt.  Geocaching is a modern day treasure hunt established by volunteers around the world.  In an afternoon, you can have your family map out a route to the closest treasure, read the clues on where to look, and see who can be the first to find it.  Come find out more about geocaching and let the adventures begin!

 

 

Amazing Face Painting with a Message by Gospel Face Painting
Discover how fun and easy it is for anyone to paint impressive, full-face art while imparting eternal Biblical truths.  Learn techniques used by professionals and find out which paint products are safe, brilliant, and cost-effective.  This multi-sensory approach to planting God’s word in children’s hearts is a marvelous tool that your family can use to put their scripture memorization into practice by ministering to other kids in your church or community, and it provides a fun way for your family to raise funds for your next Bible Bee event!

 
Jimmy and Carmen Chase began twisting balloons and painting faces professionally in order to sustain their family financially while they helped plant a new church in NC as children’s pastors.  They never dreamed their art would open doors for ministry in their local community and around the globe!  10 years later, the church is thriving, they’re still the craziest kids pastors in town, and their 2 homeschooled children travel with them to minister to other families. Together, they created the video series, About Face, which has trained countless “creatively-challenged” volunteers world-wide to share Christ while painting easy, impressive face designs. They are passionate about helping others stir up their own God-given creative gifts and ideas to disciple families and reach kids for Christ. 

 

 

Hammer Dulcimer Workshop by Ted Yoder

Ted's breakout sessions will feature a brief introduction to the Hammer Dulcimer, including some history of the origins of the dulcimer and then demonstration of the variety of music that can be played on the hammer dulcimer. (Guess what? It's not just for folk tunes!) We will leave plenty of time for Q & A so he can personally address the specific interests and questions of those in attendance and we will have dulcimers set up so that the audience can come and try their hand at playing one for themselves. We'll have a great time together learning about this fascinating instrument!

 

Ted Yoder grew up in a musically inclined family, like a lot of musicians. His whole life has been filled with writing, performing, recording, experimenting with new instruments... But it wasn't until Ted received his first hammered dulcimer as a wedding gift that Ted knew he'd found his niche. Since capturing the title of 2010 National Hammer Dulcimer Champion, Ted and his family have been traveling full time, sharing a passion for hammer dulcimer music across the nation. 

 

 

 

Family Square Dance

Enjoy some energetic community fun with a mix of country and folk dances.  Dance with family and friends to live music and popular caller, Chrissy Davis-Camp, then head to the kiosks to purchase old-fashioned country-style refreshments. 

 

Chrissy Davis-Camp is a dance caller specializing in Contra Dance and English Country Dance. She currently lives in Bell Buckle, Tennessee with her husband, Pat, and their two daughters. Chrissy has been calling dances since 1985 when she moved to Nashville. After growing up enjoying contra dances with her family in East Tennessee, Chrissy attended Berea College and was a member of the Berea College Country Dancers which travelled around the nation and world.  These days, Chrissy works with several homeschool groups and calls for wedding rehearsal dinners, receptions, retreats, reunions, church groups, 18th century and civil war re-enactments, and anyone else who wants to dance.

 

 

 

Computer Junction Session Descriptions

 

Cross Quiz

With something for everyone, including children, youth, and adults, the Cross Quiz is the tool you need to hide God’s Word in your heart.  Versatile, customizable, user-friendly, and entertaining, it will enable you to memorize your verses quickly and retain them long term as well.  Don't take it from us, though, come and see for yourself what other people are raving about!
 

 

Bible Anchor

Anchor yourself in His Word!  Engaging and interactive drilling methods for Bible memory students of all ages.

 

 

Impress Kids

Impress Kids will provide hands-on demonstration of Verse Hero and Granny’s Bible Dojo. We will also provide a walk-thru for ministry leaders and parents showing how Impress Kids may be used in your ministries and families. We desire your valuable comments, suggestions, and ideas during our time with you in these sessions or at our exhibit booth.

 

Memverse

Thousands of people around the world have memorized over 100,000 verses since 2009 with Memverse. Memverse is a free, online Scripture memory tool that allows you to memorize an unlimited number of verses in any Bible version. Come and learn about how Memverse helps you through structured memorization and review tools based on the SuperMemo algorithm. As you memorize and review, you will be encouraged by others memorizing with you. We will walk you through the registration process and also give you a preview of our live quiz feature.

 

 

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TOURS OFFERED BY AMERICAN CHRISTIAN TOURS

 

 

Explore Historic Tennessee Tour- Wednesday, November 16th

American Christian Tours (ACTS) presents the Tennessee History Tour.  Travel by deluxe motorcoach with your ACTS tour guide to some of Nashville’s most historic attractions! We begin our day with a visit to the home of our seventh president. Dubbed as Old Hickory, Andrew Jackson’s intriguing story comes to life at the Hermitage.  Before exploring the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park and Farmer’s Market, we will enjoy a tour of the historic Tennessee State Capitol.  This magnificent building stands much as it did when it opened in 1859, and is an architectural tribute to the state that bears its name.  After lunch and shopping, we will visit the Tennessee State Museum, one of the largest state museums in the nation.  With over 60,000 feet of exhibits and interactive displays, we will discover the diverse history of The Volunteer State.  We complete our day with a brief visit of Fort Nashborough, the settlement that became the city of Nashville.  Here we will learn about early life in Tennessee at the stockade which offered shelter for early pioneer families.  This history adventure departs from the hotel at 8:30AM, and returns at 3:00PM, in time for National Contestant Registration.

Cost: $15 per person; children 5 and under are free, but must still reserve space.  Tour price does not include lunch.

 

Destination Opryland Hotel / Trinity Christmas Lights- Friday Evening

This evening you will have the opportunity to explore the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Resort, which is a destination like no other.  You'll be amazed at the nine acres of indoor gardens, cascading waterfalls and indoor river.  Be sure to take the time to explore the Delta, where you can even enjoy a Delta Riverboat ride* down a scenic river that winds through a 4.5-acre indoor garden.  You will want to explore the Garden Conservatory, the Cascades, and Gaylord Opryland's popular ICE! * This winter holiday attraction returns with an all-new, hilarious theme featuring DreamWorks' Merry Madagascar, the DreamWorks animated holiday TV special will be brought to life in an interactive world of colorful ice sculptures carved entirely from TWO-MILLION pounds of ice.  There are several eateries where you can enjoy dinner or just treat the family to some ice cream.  To get us in the Christmas spirit, on our way back to the hotel we will visit the “Trinity Christmas City" with over 1 million sparkling lights on 30 acres of beautifully decorated grounds.  Tour leaves at 4:00pm and returns at 7:00pm on Friday, November 18^th.

 

Cost: $5.00 per person; children 5 and under are free but must reserve a seat.

*Additional costs which can be purchased online or at the door based on availability.

 

NEW! Destination Opryland Hotel- Friday Evening, 5-8pm

This evening you will have the opportunity to explore the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Resort, which is a destination like no other.  You'll be amazed at the nine acres of indoor gardens, cascading waterfalls and indoor river.  Be sure to take the time to explore the Delta, where you can even enjoy a Delta Riverboat ride* down a scenic river that winds through a 4.5-acre indoor garden.  You will want to explore the Garden Conservatory, the Cascades, and Gaylord Opryland's popular ICE! * This winter holiday attraction returns with an all-new, hilarious theme featuring DreamWorks' Merry Madagascar, the DreamWorks animated holiday TV special will be brought to life in an interactive world of colorful ice sculptures carved entirely from TWO-MILLION pounds of ice.  There are several eateries where you can enjoy dinner or just treat the family to some ice cream.  To get us in the Christmas spirit, on our way back to the hotel we will visit the “Trinity Christmas City" with over 1 million sparkling lights on 30 acres of beautifully decorated grounds. Tour leaves at 5:00pm, for those who wish to attend the Senior Division Semi-Finals, and returns at 8:00pm, on Friday, November 18^th, in time for the Family Square Dance.

 

Cost: $5.00 per person, children 5 and under are free but must reserve a seat.

*Additional costs which can be purchased online or at the door based on availability.

 

Destination Opryland Hotel- Saturday Evening

This evening you will have the opportunity to explore the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Resort, which is a destination like no other.  You'll be amazed at the nine acres of indoor gardens, cascading waterfalls and indoor river.  Be sure to take the time to explore the Delta, where you can even enjoy a Delta Riverboat ride* down a scenic river that winds through a 4.5-acre indoor garden.  You will want to explore the Garden Conservatory, the Cascades, and Gaylord Opryland's popular ICE! * This winter holiday attraction returns with an all-new, hilarious theme featuring DreamWorks' Merry Madagascar, the DreamWorks animated holiday TV special will be brought to life in an interactive world of colorful ice sculptures carved entirely from TWO-MILLION pounds of ice.  There are several eateries where you can enjoy dinner or just treat the family to some ice cream.  Tour leaves at 4:00pm and returns at 7:00pm, on Saturday, November 19^th, in time for the Celebration Ceremony and Dessert Reception.

 

Cost: $5.00 per person, children 5 and under are free but must reserve a seat.

*Additional costs which can be purchased online or at the door based on availability.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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LODGING OPTIONS

 

Note:  National Contestants and at least one parent/guardian must lodge at the Nashville Renaissance Hotel.

 

Nashville Renaissance Hotel

 

Bible Bee rooms are currently sold out.

 

Courtyard Nashville Downtown

 

Marriott’s Courtyard Nashville Downtown is located at 170 Fourth Ave North, Nashville, TN 37219.  It is within easy walking distance of the Renaissance, just about ¼ of a mile.  Your extended family and friends and other Bible Bee guests can secure the same discounted room price by requesting the Bible Bee rate when they call (615)256-0900.  The discount ends November 1^st, but room numbers are limited, so register soon! The discount rate only applies to double double-bed rooms.

 

Valet parking is available for the discounted overnight rate of $18 and daytime rate for $10 (in and out permitted) or you can seek a nearby public lot.  As the hotel is situated in a downtown, historic high-rise, they do not have a free lot.  Learn more about the hotel and its amenities at the website:

 

www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bnadt-courtyard-nashville-downtown/