What: ManPower Conference equips men of all ages, races and spiritual backgrounds to tackle challenging issues including finances, romance, health, family life and leadership at work and home. Through a seminar-style setting, Bishop T.D. Jakes will encourage men to conquer the areas of their lives that have been disrupted by economic hardships, health issues, domestic challenges and other obstacles. The conference prepares men to build strong marriages, increase their confidence and take on community responsibilities. Jakes established ManPower more than 15 years ago to address the needs and struggles of men from all walks of life.
Highlights: Speakers joining Bishop Jakes include Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, Bishop Lester Love and:
Dr. Myles Munroe, Bahamas Faith Ministries
Topic: The Male and the Priority of the FamilyPastor Bill Winston, Bill Winston Ministries
Topic: Kingdom EconomicsBishop I.V. Hilliard, New Light Church, Houston
Topic: Faith Strategies for a Finan cial Makeover
Artists include: Salvador, Dr. Marvin Sapp and Bishop Gary Oliver
Free Health Station: ManPower will offer a free health station through MegaCare, the humanitarian organization affiliated with The Potter’s House. The health station will be available Friday, Aug. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and will provide free screenings and health awareness. Prostate cancer survivors will be available to discuss their personal stories and provide prostate health information. In addition, medical and dental professionals will be on hand to offer general consultation and more.
Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative (TORI): In an effort to lower prison re-incarceration, and to inspire formerly incarcerated men as they transition from prison to society, TORI will sponsor 100 former inmates to attend the conference. The men will be encouraged to build their faith as they go through this transitional period of their lives.
When: ManPower will be held Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 26-28, 2010.
For session times and schedules, visit www.manpowerconference.org.
Where: Fort Worth Convention Center, Arena (1201 Houston St., Fort Worth, TX 76102)
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