Soma 2012 Conference Information

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CONFERENCE THEME:

Get Real: Embracing the Truths that Set Us Free

The goal of this year’s conference is to help us take a look at the reality of our lives. As we are able to name the “what is” as it pertains to what we really believe, what we really desire, and where we are really at, then we can invite God to transform those areas of our lives, and live out of the freedom God has for us.

DATE & LOCATION:

March 29-31 (Thursday and Friday evening, Saturday all day)

Thursday and Friday (Evenings)
FLOOD Offices

Saturday (All Day)
NTC Promenade, Liberty Station – McMillin Events Center

CONFERENCE DISTINCTIVES:

- Participants process the experience within a small group throughout the weekend.
- First-Timer Participants take the Strengths and MBTI Assessments before the conference.
- Participants have a coach that helps them talk through next steps.
- SOMA is for everyone, every year – even if you have been before!

SOMA IS DESIGNED TO:

- Inspire you to dream big
- Make Flood feel like a little smaller place
- Give you a vision for the world and your place in it
- Be holistic–to care for and develop your mind, body, and soul

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CONFERENCE TRACKS AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION

FIRST TIMER TRACK ($125)

The First-Timer Track is for participants who have never attended SOMA. This track includes sessions on the StrengthsFinder and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) assessments, two General Sessions that will challenge and equip you, workshops for you to choose from, coaches to help you maximize your weekend, and much more!

How Do I Sign Up?

STEP I: Complete your First-Timer Intent to Register Form

*Sorry, we are unable to take any more SOMA Work Scholarship Requests.

NOTE: SOMA payment registrations are non-refundable.

Questions? FirstTimer@DIVEintoFLOOD.com

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ALUMNI TRACK ($100)

The Alumni Track is for participants who have attended SOMA before. This track includes a second level MBTI and StrengthsFinder session, the elements of the First-Timer Track with new Saturday Workshops, and a one-on-one time with a SOMA coach.

How Do I Sign Up?

STEP I: Complete your Alumni Intent to Register Form 

*Sorry, we are unable to take any more SOMA Work Scholarship Requests.

NOTE: SOMA payment registrations are non-refundable.

Questions? Alumni@DIVEintoFLOOD.com

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KIDS TRACK (Free for children whose parents are attending the conference)
Friday Evening and All Day Saturday Only

SOMA Kids (newborn-5th grade) is a time for kids to explore and use their gifts! There will be fun, running, drawing, eating, and more. Bring your outside shoes, and a treat to share!

How Do I Register My Child(ren)?

You can register your child(ren) on your Intent to Register Form (above) or on the SOMA Kids registration form

Questions? AbbyNguyen@DIVEintoFLOOD.com

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YOUTH TRACK (Free)
Thursday Evening Only

On this night, Flood Youth (middle school/high school) will be attending the Main Session together and then participate in a special workshop related to the theme of the night.

How Do I Sign Up?

Contact: NoelMusicha@DIVEintoFLOOD.com

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SOMA 2012 Schedule

THURSDAY, MARCH 29 (Flood Offices)*

5:30pm – 6:00pm            SOMA Registration

6:00pm – 9:30pm            General Session I:        Get Real: The Truth About What I Believe with Jarrett Stevens

First-Timer Track:        Get Real with Your Strengths: Introducing Your Top Five with Michael Dauphinee
 Alumni Track:              Get Real with Your Personality Type: The Next Level of MBTI with Hillary Hefner

*SOMA Youth (middle/high school) offered this night.

FRIDAY, MARCH 30 (Flood Offices)*

6:00pm – 9:30pm            General Session II:       Get Real: The Truth About What I Desire with Jarrett Stevens

First-Timer Track:       Get Real with Your Personality Type: An Introduction to MBTI with Hillary Hefner
Alumni Track:              Get Real with Your Strengths: The Next Level of StrengthsFinder with Michael Dauphinee

*SOMA Kids (newborn – 5th grade) offered this night.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31 (NTC Promenade, Point Loma)*

8:30am – 9:00am              Bagels, Fruit, and Coffee

9:00am                             General Session III

9:20am – 10:20am            Choose Your Own…Spiritual Practice

10:30am – 11:45am          Workshop Hour #1 (see workshop titles and descriptions below)

11:45am – 12:25pm          Lunch Outside

12:30pm – 1:45pm            Workshop Hour #2 (see workshop titles and descriptions below)

2:00pm – 3:00pm              Bridge Session

3:00pm – 5:00pm              One-on-Ones, Strengths Q&A, Massages

*SOMA Kids (newborn – 5th grade) offered all day.

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SOMA Workshops

Real Rest with Larry Warner, b Ministries

The idea of rest is appealing in theory, but how do we actually “unplug” in today’s society and still ourselves? Not just from the external noise of life, but from the internal noise, too. For many of us, the voices of productivity, busyness, and self-worth have drowned out the quiet call to live from a rested soul. Join Larry Warner as he invites us to jump off the treadmill of trying and head toward still waters and green pastures.

Real Relationships with Charlie and Heather Ruce, The Soul Care House

We want to feel authentic connection to others–the sense that our relationships are really working–and yet, despite our best efforts, we can still feel isolated and detached. One of the most sinister culprits to knowing others and being known ourselves is shame. Join Heather and Charlie as they facilitate a dialogue about shame–unmasking the #1 barrier to building the real relationships we are longing for.

Real Leadership with Scott Schimmel, Faith@Work Specialist with InterVarsity

Real leadership begins with leading yourself. There’s just no way around this vital truth. Learning to lead ourselves first means being responsible for our own personal development, being able to diagnosis where we are stuck as leaders, and being proactive in transforming our work culture and seeking feedback. Come learn the skills involved in self-leadership as you expand your capacity for others-leadership.

Real Discernment with Sheryl Fleisher, Consultant and Spiritual Director

Does God really talk to us? Can we really hear God’s voice? Where do our own thoughts and desires come into play? True discernment involves us actively participating with the Holy Spirit in an interdependent way, not a solely dependent or passive way. Come to this workshop as we explore foundational learnings that help us discern God’s voice, our voice, and the elements of real discernment.

Real Conversations with Dora Yiu, Associate Area Director with InterVarsity

Striking up spiritual conversations with friends, family, or co-workers can feel forced, awkward, and scary. Do you steer clear of opening up about your faith for fear you’ll be misunderstood? In this interactive session, Dora will lead us in the art of talking, listening, and creating everyday spiritual conversations about our faith journeys. No megaphones, tracts, street corners, or soapboxes. We promise.

Real Beliefs with Scott Wildey, Associate Pastor, Flood Church

Though we all have stated convictions about life and faith, most of us live out another set of beliefs driven by influences unseen and uncontested. At best, we live with a nagging tension. At worst, we are blind to who we really are and how to articulate why and what we truly believe. Come to this workshop and learn how to ‘be transformed by the renewing of your mind’ in order to wholeheartedly live out what your mouth says is true.

*Itinerary and Titles Subject to Change