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What is IMPACT?
IMPACT is an annual discipleship event sponsored by the Churches of God, General Conference. It’s approximately sixty-four, jam-packed hours of authentic and inspiring worship, life-changing teaching, engaging breakout seminars, and rich fellowship with old and new friends. It’s our prayer that God will use your time at IMPACT to transform you into the person that He desires you to be so that you can pursue the life He has for you.
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Who is IMPACT designed for?
Virtually everyone! Our general sessions are designed to engage and challenge folks of all ages to take a deeper, more intimate walk with Christ. The breakout seminars are created with a diverse community in mind: middle school and senior high students, youth workers, pastors, lay leaders, ministry volunteers, men, women, and parents too. This year you’ll find some breakouts designed for specific groups of people (like middle school students or pastors) and other breakouts intentionally left open to a wide range of people of all ages. For children we offer KIDPACT, our special program designed for children ages 4 through fifth grade. From field trips (this year's trips include the Toledo Zoo and the UF's Mazza Museum featuring childrens books) to awesome kid-focused curriculum, your child will enjoy the fun and learning adventure that is KIDPACT. Lastly, we also offer Child’s Play for infants and toddlers under the age of 3. You’ll find that Child’s Play offers a warm, caring and nurturing environment for your child while you take in a general session or breakout session.
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How much does IMPACT cost?
Registration Fees:
If your registration is postmarked before June 13, 2008, the cost is $125.
Registrations postmarked after June 13, 2008 but before July 3, 2008 will cost $150.
Registration for KIDPACT is just $50 per child. No late registrations or “walk in” registrations will be allowed.
Room and Board Fees:
The University of Findlay(costs are per person)
Plan A – IMPACT Housing
$36 Dorm room housing, 3 nights (Wednesday-Saturday)
Plan A – IMPACT Dining
$48 Eight-meal plan (Wednesday dinner through Saturday breakfast)
Plan B – Bible Quizzing & IMPACT Housing
$60 Dorm room housing, 5 nights (Monday- Saturday)
Plan B – Bible Quizzing & IMPACT Dining
$74 Thirteen-meal plan (Tuesday breakfast through Saturday breakfast)
Hotel Costs:
The Country Inn & Suites
903 Interstate Drive
Findlay , OH 45840
Telephone: (419) 422-4200
Fax: (419) 422-9900
Email: cx_find@countryinns.com
Website: www.countryinns.com/findlayoh
15% off all rooms
Comfort Suites
3700 Speedway Drive
Findlay, OH, US, 45840
Phone: (419) 420-1212
Fax: (419) 420-1212
Website: www.comfortsuites.com/ires/en-US/html/HotelInfoPhotos?hotel=OH309
$65 room for two people, every additional person is $10. Children stay free.
Quality Inn
1020 Interstate Court
Findlay, OH 45840
Phone: (419) 423-4303
Fax: (419) 423-3459
Website: http: www.qualityinn.com/ires/en-US/html/HotelInfo?hotel=OH300
$62 double rooms
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Where will IMPACT 2008 be held?
IMPACT 2008 will be held on the campuses of The University of Findlay and Winebrenner Theological Seminary. We think you’re going to enjoy the general session events in the new TLB Foundation Convocation Center at Winebrenner Seminary. This state-of-the-art auditorium will serve as the main stage for all general sessions at IMPACT 2008. The 70 acre campus of The University of Findlay will provide lodging, a dining facility, meeting rooms for breakout sessions and other events, and lots of open areas (both indoors and outdoors) perfect for small gatherings of friends.
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Does my registration cover my room and food?
No. Food and lodging are in addition to your registration fee.
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Where do we eat during IMPACT?
The University of Findlay has offered a very reasonable meal plan for those attending IMPACT 2008. Henderson Dining Hall, located on the first floor of Deming Hall, is an all-you-care-to-eat dining format. The Marketplace consists of the Farmer's Market Salad Bar, Hometown Comfort Foods, Grill, Pizza, The Deli Case, Flash in the Pan, Breakfast Bar, Desserts and Beverages. It is a unique departure from the typical college food.
For those not interested in the meal plan, Findlay is home to over 120 restaurants ranging from fine and casual dining to fast food.
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How do I sign up for the IMPACT meal plan?
You’ll want to check the appropriate meal plan on your IMPACT 2008 registration form.
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Do I have to stay at the University of Findlay to take advantage of the IMPACT meal plan?
No. If you are staying off campus you can still take advantage of the IMPACT meal plan, just check the appropriate meal plan on your IMPACT 2008 registration form.
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Where do we sleep during IMPACT?
Limited housing is available on the campus of The University of Findlay on a first come, first served basis.
Limited first-floor accommodations are available for those with health concerns. The residence halls offer private rooms which sleep one or two persons comfortably with a common restroom and shower facility on each floor.
We have also made special arrangements with local hotels, to serve our IMPACT 2008 guests. Please check out their websites to find out what best suits your needs.
In order to take advantage of the special IMPACT 2008 rates at any of the hotels, please be sure to mention IMPACT 2008. Contact the hotel to make your reservation today. Reservations must be made by July 1, 2008 to take advantage of the special IMPACT rate.
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How do I sign up for lodging at The University of Findlay?
You’ll want to check the appropriate lodging plan on your IMPACT 2008 registration form.
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Is there any “free time” built into the schedule at IMPACT?
You’ll find that the schedule at IMAPCT is packed with lots of cool opportunities, but there is also some “free time” built into the schedule. Each afternoon will offer a couple hours of unscheduled time for you to hit the pool, play some volleyball or basketball or enjoy casual conversations with friends.
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What does a typical day look like at IMPACT?
6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Prayer Groups
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. General Session
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m. – 11:45 p.m. Breakout Session
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Breakout Session
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Free Time Options
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. General Session
8:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Discussion Groups
9:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Late Night Options
11:30 p.m. Lights Out
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Is there going to be a Missions Banquet at IMPACT 2008?
Yes! It will be held Friday, July 25, 2008 at 5:00pm.
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2008 National Bible Quiz Finals?
IMPACT means it’s time for the National Bible Quiz finals. Please register your team using the Bible Quizzing Form by June 13, 2008 (please note that this is the early bird rate cut off date! Due to the size of quizzing, it is not possible for proper tournament grid to be made up if teams are registering at the last minute).
The registration fee is $25.00 per team. Please make checks payable to Churches of God, General Conference. This should be a different check than the one you write for your IMPACT registration. Please remember that each quizzer must also fill out a separate IMPACT registration form and minor release form (if applicable).
To register your team, please send in your fee along with your Bible Quizzing Form to:
Quizzing Registrar
CGGC
P.O. Box 926
Findlay, OH 45839
As always, there will be two tournaments this year. The Junior High Tournament will consist of youth who have completed grades 6 th through 9 th. The Senior High Tournament will consist of those in the 6 th grade and older, who are less than 20 years old and have not attended an academic or technical school beyond high school. Each youth may be involved in only one tournament.
Please remember that each individual team must have their own coach (a different person/coach for each team). On the Bible Quiz Finals Registration Form, please list a head coach for all of the teams listed who can be contacted beforehand if needed.
Quiz teams should plan to arrive at the The University of Findlay during the early evening of Monday, July 21, 2008. Quizzers will want to mark the appropriate dining ( PLAN B) and housing plans (Plan B) on their registration forms. Quizzing will begin Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. The quizzing schedule is as follows:
Monday July 21, 2008
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Registration & check-in for Quizzers & Coaches
Tuesday, July, 22, 2008
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. QUIZ COACHES MEETING
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon Quizzing
12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch Break
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Quizzing
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dinner Break
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Quizzing
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Quizzing
12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch Break
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Quizzing
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IMPACT CODE OF ETHICS
IMPACT is a caring community where
- all people will treat one another in Christian love:
- we will help each other experience the oneness of Christ’s body;
- we will fellowship and worship with others because of our love for God;
- we will strive to be a witness of Christ in everything we do and say.
Because of this attitude we will
- leave all harmful substances at home;
- respect one another’s privacy;
- stay out of areas we don’t belong (girls stay out of guys dorms, guys’ stay out of girls’ dorms, etc.);
- wear our name tags at all times (except in the shower!);
- show Christ’s love to everyone we encounter;
- make the most of every opportunity.
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