Dana Kennamer Pemberton -- An Unwelcoming Welcome? Moving Children out of the Margins and into the Midst

Jesus called for his disciples to extend welcome to people on the margins, including children. This session will raise questions about contemporary practices in children’s ministry, but it is not just for children’s ministers. How might all church leaders—elders and the full ministerial staff—challenge and equip the faith community to live out its call to welcome the little ones?