Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
91 N. Lakeshore Drive
Lake Junaluska, NC 28745
1-800-222-4930
www.lakejunaluska.com

More Information:

• REGISTER With Liberty Fellowship Online
• Brochure with pricing information, speakers, etc.
• White water rafting
• Annual golf scramble
• Letter about summer conference from Liberty Fellowship director, David Kerr

Southeast
February 23 – 25
Northridge Church
Pensacola, FL
Pastor Charles Stanford
Conference Brochure 

Northeast 
March 1 – 3
Harvest Christian Church
Seaford, DE
Pastor Tom Birowski

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
91 N. Lakeshore Drive
Lake Junaluska, NC 28745
1-800-222-4930
www.lakejunaluska.com

More Information:

• REGISTER With Liberty Fellowship Online
• Brochure with pricing information, speakers, etc.
• White water rafting
• Annual golf scramble
• Letter about summer conference from Liberty Fellowship director, David Kerr

Winter 2011

We believe that the governing of local churches in accordance with the New Testament necessitates a structure that balances local church autonomy with the trans-local apostolic pattern reflected in the Book of Acts. Even as pastors and other spiritual leaders are strengthened and safeguarded through the ministry of trans-local oversight, congregations also have the opportunity to enjoy these same benefits. Just as each church is an extension of the home with a calling to watch over people, parents, and families, even so the Presbytery embraces this calling to watch over the Liberty family of churches and ministries. In a practical sense, oversight of Liberty congregations and ministries is carried out through:

Friendship Relationships – A meaningful friendship connection established between the congregation and the Liberty overseer provides the necessary relational foundation for ministering and receiving general counsel and spiritual guidance.

Consulting Resources – Healthy churches and ministries recognize the need for periodic evaluation and welcome guidance from those they know. Liberty is continually developing effective methods and tools to assess and advise the local church. We will work with congregations to effectively identify and eliminate hindrances to health and growth. Liberty is committed to helping churches fulfill their divine purpose within the metron of influence to which they are called.

Peacemaking Mediation – There are times in the life of a congregation where differences will emerge between leaders and the congregation, or within the leadership team itself. Conflicts can arise that are not able to be quickly or effectively resolved through the use of resources within the congregation. Because of a pre-existing relational connection with the leaders and the congregation, Liberty is able to provide objective perspective and counsel to identify and deal with the root issues. Trans-local overseers are uniquely graced by the Lord to assist congregations in conflict, helping them attain the worthy goals of genuine forgiveness and reconciliation.

Transitional Leadership – In the event of a disability, death, disqualification or resignation of the pastoral leader, congregations experience the same trauma and challenges as a family when the parental leader is removed. At these crucial times of pastoral transition, Liberty is able to come alongside the congregation to provide leadership stability, ministering encouragement and providing seasoned counsel. Leadership is also exercised by the Fellowship in directing the discernment process for determining future pastoral leadership for the church.

We believe that one’s calling to ministry requires continuous improvement and growth. Because Liberty Fellowship is committed to improving the skill levels of our leaders, we schedule practical workshops and seminars to facilitate this growth. The key to our success is ongoing and relevant training. We utilize the distinctive life messages of our leaders and members to train, coach, and mentor. We also partner with organizations to accomplish this goal.

“For you must teach others those things you and many others have heard me speak about. Teach these great truths to trustworthy men who will, in turn, pass them on to others.” 2Tim. 2:2 (TLB)

Liberty Fellowship desires to provide a platform of authentic, God honoring relationships that are open, honest and helpful. We consider this to be one of our strong points as a Fellowship. This is done through our annual family summer conference and our winter regional conferences. Beyond these conferences, Liberty Fellowship believes that each member must intentionally pursue relationships with other members. We understand that this requires a commitment of time, but feel strongly that pursuing meaningful relational connections is essential for all spiritual leaders. Security and stability are experienced in the context of trusting relationships.

“Be devoted to one another in brotherly love; give preference to one another in honor. “ Rom. 12:10 (NASB)

By yourself you’re unprotected. With a friend you can face the worst. Can you round up a third? A three-stranded rope isn’t easily snapped. — Ecc. 4:12 (TMB)

Liberty Fellowship acknowledges that because of the nature of one’s calling, those in ministry are to be held to a higher standard. Accountability flows out of relationship, is marked by mutual respect and acceptance and does not come from a desire to control. Understanding that accountability requires direct involvement in another’s life, Liberty Fellowship provides safe opportunities for giving an account of one’s life, ministry and doctrine. Under our present system, we encourage members to relate to Presbytery members and District Overseers.

“So then, men ought to regard us as servants of Christ and as those entrusted with the secret things of God. Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful.” 1 Cor. 4: 1-3

We believe that we are truly “Better Together”. “We can do more for the Kingdom of God by doing it together with people of common conviction than by doing it alone.” (Ed Stetzer) We believe that together we can do more to impact lives, communities and countries for the Kingdom of God.

We would love to have you join with us for the advancement of the Kingdom. We will do what we can to encourage you in your sphere of influence.

We have an outstanding cadre of seasoned men and women of God who are available to help support and equip you. Please avail yourself of these valuable assets for the strengthening of your ministry.

I am available to answer any question you might have after viewing our website. I look forward to talking with you.

God bless you,

David Kerr