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Principles and Policies Podcast for 4/29/2013- The Semper Reformanda Conference And Christian Hope

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Monday April 29, 2013. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis do a breakdown on the Institute For Principled Policy’s Semper Reformanda Conference held April 25-27. We discuss the great hopeful message given by  Dr. Joe Morecraft of Chalcedon Presbyterian Church in Cumming GA.

Join us for the Institute for Principled Policy Spring Conference

UPDATED!

“Semper Reformanda:  Engaging the World for Christ”

April 25-27, 2013

Mark your calendars!  You won’t want to miss what may be one of the most important conferences held in Ohio this year!

The Institute For Principled Policy is pleased to present “Semper Reformanda:  Engaging the World for Christ”, a biblical worldview-and-action conference designed to equip pastors, ministry leaders and others with knowledge of how the eternal truth of God’s Word has been and can still be used to provide the guidance for culture.

Pastor Joe Morecraft IIIOur featured guest presenter will be Dr. Joe Morecraft III, Pastor of Chalcedon Presbyterian Church in Cumming, GA. Pastor Morecraft holds a B.A. in history from King College in Bristol, Tennessee, a M.Div from Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia, and a M.Th. and Th.D. from Whitefield Theological Seminary in Lakeland, Florida.  He is an accomplished author and researcher.

The conference will also feature sessions by other noted speakers, as well as networking opportunities and resources for your work:  Additional speakers include:

Dr. Sacha Walicord, Pastor, Knox Presbyterian (OPC) Church, Mt. Vernon, Ohio  “Biblical Economics:  An Imperative”

Charles Michaelis, President, Rocky Fork Formulas and Director, Camp American “Inseperable:  the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution”

 Barry Sheets, Senior Consultant, Principled Policy Consulting, LLC  “When Church and State Interact:  Keys for Effective Advocacy”

Ricki Pepin, lecturer and author, “God’s Health Plan” A roadmap for Christian Patriots:  “Where Do We Go From Here?” 

Location: Grace Presbyterian Church OPC 5099 Postlewaite Road
Columbus, Ohio 43235

Times: Friday April 26, 2013 Morning Session 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM, Lunch 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (on your own or with a friend), Afternoon Session 1:30 PM – 4:45 PM, Networking and Mingle With Speakers 4:45PM – 6:00 PM, Dinner (on own) 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM, Evening Session 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Saturday April 27, 2013 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Close)

There will be several opportunities to network with speakers, visit vendor tables, engage in question and answer roundtables, etc. during both Friday and Saturday sessions.

There are a large number of restaurants, shopping, hotels, motels and other amenities within a short drive of Grace Presbyterian Church OPC.   The Institute will provide a listing of some of the choices available.

A donation of $20/person is asked for this conference.  Registration is open now through April 19th.  Register here

There will be a dinner with Dr. Morecraft for underwriters, host church staff and Institute For Principled Policy board members on Thursday April 25, 2013. If you wish to contribute to help underwrite the costs of this conference you may contact Institute For Principled Policy Director Barry Sheets at [email protected] or call him at 614-989-5293 to obtain details.

ALL inquiries should be made to the addresses and phone numbers listed above and should NOT be made to Grace Presbyterian Church OPC

If you’re looking for a hotel we have arranged for a block of rooms at a discount at La Quinta Inn in Dublin Ohio.

·    6145 Park Center Circle, Dublin,OH  / phone: (614) 792-8300 / fax: (614) 792-3333

·     Start Date: 4/25/2013 / End Date: 4/27/2013

·     Number of Rooms: 15 / Room Type: King beds

Rate: April 25, 2013 – $69.00 per room plus tax

April 26, 2013 – $85.00 per room plus tax

·     Tax rate: 16.75 %

·     Amenities:

  • Free Bright Side Breakfast® with Hot Waffles
  • Free Wireless High-Speed Internet Access
  • Free High-Speed Internet Access
  • Free Local Calls
  • Free Parking
  • Meeting Facilities Available
  • Guest Laundry Facilities
  • Fitness Center
  • Pets Welcome

Principles and Policies Podcast for 2/12/2013- Are Your Children Ready To Take The Reins Of Leadership When The Time Comes?

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Tuesday February 12, 2013. Chuck Michaelis interviews Noelle Dielman, the program director of Camp American, about training America’s future leaders. They’ll be in charge sooner than you think. Are they ready?

Article links- http://www.campamerican.com

New Institute On The Constitution Classes Opening- Marengo, OH

IOTCWe the People have the duty to restrain a government operating outside Constitutional boundaries.  The Institute on the Constitution invites you to learn how by discovering your American heritage and birthright.

INSTITUTE ON THE CONSTITUTION – Course Description & Information

A great history and non-partisan government class for adults and teens to be introduced to the
U. S. Constitution, our Biblical heritage and the concept of limited government. Twelve weekly classes of approximately 1.5 hours each are comprised of a 30-minute video lecture, group review and discussion questions.

Beginning with the Bible you will learn of the origins of history, law and government, followed by stories of America’s discovery, settlement and evangelization from exciting, primary sources you never saw in school! Then, the worldview of the founding fathers is discussed, which leads straight to the text of the Constitution.

Your live instructors will be Chuck Michaelis, Executive Director of Camp American and Barry Sheets, Executive Director of the Institute for Principled Policy and owner of Principled Policy Consulting, LLC. Chuck is a biochemist with a voluminous knowledge of history. Barry has nearly two decades of experience working with elected officials and public policy. David Barton of Wallbuilders and Lt. Colonel John Eidsmoe are the video instructors. Barton is a master teacher with a vast collection and knowledge of founding era literature. Lt. Colonel Eidsmoe is a Constitutional attorney and professor with degrees in theology, law and political science. He is a published author and frequent lecturer at colleges, churches and community groups.

This timely and relevant course’s cost is $60 per person prior to March 1st. Registrations taken from that date will be $75. Your course fee includes the 12 weekly lectures, a Student Manual, and a number of supplemental books that will be read during the course.

CLASS DATES AND TIME – Begins Friday March 1st, 2013, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. for 12 weeks

CLASS LOCATION –Marengo Christian Church 3904 State Route 229, Marengo Ohio MAP

TO REGISTER, CONTACT – Barry Sheets, 614-989-5293, Chuck Michaelis, 614-893-5986, or register online at: www.campamerican.com

Join in the cause of preserving our God-given Liberty and restoring our Constitutional Republic. After all, if you don’t defend Liberty, who will?

New Institute On The Constitution Classes Opening- Mt Vernon, OH


IOTCWe the People have the duty to restrain a government operating outside Constitutional boundaries.  The Institute on the Constitution invites you to learn how by discovering your American heritage and birthright.

INSTITUTE ON THE CONSTITUTION – Course Description & Information

A great history and non-partisan government class for adults and teens to be introduced to the
U. S. Constitution, our Biblical heritage and the concept of limited government. Twelve weekly classes of approximately 1.5 hours each are comprised of a 30-minute video lecture, group review and discussion questions.

Beginning with the Bible you will learn of the origins of history, law and government, followed by stories of America’s discovery, settlement and evangelization from exciting, primary sources you never saw in school! Then, the worldview of the founding fathers is discussed, which leads straight to the text of the Constitution.

Your live instructors will be Chuck Michaelis, Executive Director of Camp American and Barry Sheets, Executive Director of the Institute for Principled Policy and owner of Principled Policy Consulting, LLC. Chuck is a biochemist with a voluminous knowledge of history. Barry has nearly two decades of experience working with elected officials and public policy. David Barton of Wallbuilders and Lt. Colonel John Eidsmoe are the video instructors. Barton is a master teacher with a vast collection and knowledge of founding era literature. Lt. Colonel Eidsmoe is a Constitutional attorney and professor with degrees in theology, law and political science. He is a published author and frequent lecturer at colleges, churches and community groups.

This timely and relevant course’s cost is $60 per person prior to March 1st. Registrations taken from that date will be $75. Your course fee includes the 12 weekly lectures, a Student Manual, and a number of supplemental books that will be read during the course.

 

CLASS DATES AND TIME – Begins March 1st, 2013, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. for 12 weeks

CLASS LOCATION –Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Jetter School of Business, Room 106 MAP

TO REGISTER, CONTACT – Barry Sheets, 614-989-5293, Chuck Michaelis, 614-893-5986, or register online at: www.campamerican.com

Join in the cause of preserving our God-given Liberty and restoring our Constitutional Republic. After all, if you don’t defend Liberty, who will?

Principles and Policies Podcast for 10/8/2012- How Not To Celebrate Columbus Day

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Monday October 8, 2012. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis talk about Columbus Day, some of the myths surrounding Columbus, and some of the political exploitation of some of those myths.

Article link- http://cnsnews.com/blog/dan-gainor/occupiers-f-bomb-columbus-anti-capitalist-convergence-protesting-discovery-america

New Institute On The Constitution Class Starting- Gallipolis, OH


We the People have the duty to restrain a government operating outside Constitutional boundaries. The Institute on the Constitution invites you to learn how by discovering your American heritage and birthright.

INSTITUTE ON THE CONSTITUTION – Course Description & Information

A great history and non-partisan government class for adults and teens to be introduced to the U. S. Constitution, our Biblical heritage and the concept of limited government. Twelve weekly classes of approximately 2 hours each are comprised of a 30-minute video lecture, group review and discussion questions.

Beginning with the Bible you will learn of the origins of history, law and government, followed by stories of America’s discovery, settlement and evangelization from exciting, primary sources you never saw in school! Then, the worldview of the founding fathers is discussed, which leads straight to the text of the Constitution.

Your live instructor will be Barry Sheets, Executive Director of the Institute for Principled Policy and owner of Principled Policy Consulting, LLC. Barry has nearly two decades of experience working with elected officials and public policy. David Barton of Wallbuilders and Lt. Colonel John Eidsmoe are the video instructors. Barton is a master teacher with a vast collection and knowledge of founding era literature. Lt. Colonel Eidsmoe is a Constitutional attorney and professor with degrees in theology, law and political science. He is a published author and frequent lecturer at colleges, churches and community groups.

This timely and relevant course’s cost is $60 per person prior to Monday October 1, 2012. Registration after that date will be $75. Your course fee includes the 12 weekly lectures, a Student Manual, and a number of supplemental books that will be read during the course.

CLASS DATES AND TIME – Begins Thursday October 4, 2012 at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

CLASS LOCATION –Gallipolis Christian Church 4486 State Route 588, Gallipolis, 45631

TO REGISTER, CONTACT – Barry Sheets, 614-989-5293 — [email protected] or register online at www.campamerican.com

 

Join in the cause of preserving our God-given Liberty and restoring our Constitutional Republic. After all, if you don’t defend Liberty, who will?

Principles and Policies Podcast for 9/12/2012-Who Will You Vote For In The State School Board Race?

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Wednesday September 12, 2012. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis discuss an Ohio State School Board candidate meet-up sponsored by Ohioans For Educational Freedom to be held Sunday Sep. 16th at 1:30pm at New Song Community Church 13873 National Road, SW Etna, Ohio 43068

Principles and Policies Podcast for 9/11/2012- Less Than 1/2 Equals 2/3 But Only At Political Conventions

Our Principles and Policies radio show for Tuesday September 11, 2012. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis look at the interesting math employed by both the Democratic and Republican parties at their conventions.

Principles and Policies Podcast for 8/2/2012- Eating Mor Chikin And A “Kiss-In” Proposal

Our Principles and Policies  radio show for Thursday August 2, 2012. Barry Sheets and Chuck Michaelis discuss their personal Chick-Fil-A Appreciation Day experiences and Barry makes a modest proposal for an approach to the homosexual “kiss-in” called at Chick-Fil-A on Friday.