[Aug 2016] Epworth Children's Home, 2900 Millwood Ave, Columbia, SC 29205 October 15, 2016, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM. The 3-fold purpose of the summit:

• To address the issues and needs of children, especially in South Carolina, and identify ways that congregations can make an intentional difference through partnerships and advocacy
• To provide some training for persons who work with children
• To connect with the Pan-Methodist Campaign for Children in Poverty and participate as an outreach of Hood Seminary

Goal: To bring persons together across denominational lines who work with children and are willing to explore ways to make a difference in their lives.
The Summit will:

• Explore possibilities for future ministry to children across denominational lines in the state of South Carolina
• Share examples of what congregations, districts, and conferences are doing in the Pan-Methodist Campaign for Children in Poverty
• Provide workshops and resources to assist parents, grandparents and others in the process of nurturing children in a wholesome environment