Equipping the Saints ~ Maranatha!
July 7, 2010 by Lakita
Filed under Events List, News and Updates
Register TODAY
Equipping the Saints Conference
MARANATHA!!!
Join us in this 4th year for a mighty worship experience.
We'll have 3 dynamic evening worship services in addition to 3 morning general sessions
Over 20 breakout sessions to choose from including topics such as:
Prayer, Psalmists, Business, Prophetic Dance, Praise Dance Technical Intensive
Processions / Pageantry, Flags, Davidic Dance, Streamers, Mime
African Dance, Spiritual Warfare, Garments, Evangelism
and more!!!
Register during the month of JULY and receive $10 OFF
Simply enter the discount code "july" using the form below
For more information:
Paneh Praise Dance & Mime Ministry
1-888-225-0551
Email:
register@panehpraise.com
2009 Year in Review
In April 2009 this website was transformed into the blog you are reading today. It is still a work in progress, but the new format has allowed me to share more content with you all. In the past 9 months we have posted 112 articles and logged over 200 of your comments!
In case you missed some of the content, here is Paneh’s website year in review! There is a lot here, so I suggest you bookmark it and refer back to it from time to time.
Top Posts of All Time
1. The Starting a Dance Ministry Series continues to be the most popular page on this site. There are 3 parts: Part 1: The Spiritual, Part 2: The Practical, and Part 3: The Administrative. I am also working on my first E-book, Starting a Dance Ministry: Prepare Now or Repair Later. This guide will go into even more detail and include a high level flow chart to assist in the decisions that must be made from the very beginning. If you would like to receive more information about the E-book when it becomes available…you can sign up here:
2. What to “Wear”: Praise Garment Resource List quickly rose to the top of the list. I compiled this list later in the year and the number of views skyrocketed!
3. 3 Tips & Resources for New Dance & Mime Ministries was also very popular among those seeking information
4. I was surprised at the interest in A Spiritual Leader’s View of Dance Ministry. But this observatory report that started as an academic project by my pastor’s wife, Lady Joyce A. Wells has helped leaders and dancers see things from the other’s point of view.
Most Community Involvement
As much as I enjoy writing articles, I enjoy interacting with you all even more. These posts had the most community involvement
1. The Dance Ministry Ethics Series was something we did at the end of October. Each day a topic was launched for discussion, some were considered breach of protocol, while others were unanimously unethical. Read over each discussion and the comments. By the way, even though the “week” is over, comments are still open and you are welcome to leave yours!
Day 1: Invited Guests Leaving After Ministering
Day 2: Contracts Required for Ministry
Day 3: Self Promotion or Creative Marketing
Day 4: Praise Dance Competitions
Day 5: Inspiration or Imitation?
2. The 31 Dance Minister’s Choreography Tip Challenge is something I did for fun on Twitter & Facebook. I asked my friends to submit choreography tip in 120 CHARACTERS OR LESS. These were posted on Facebook & Twitter (1 per day) for the entire month of November. At the end of the month, they were all compiled into one post. This could not have been done without you all!
3. The 2009 Equipping the Saints Conference Recap was one of my personal favorites to write as it gave me an opportunity to reflect on such an awesome event! It’s not awesome because of anything I did…but because the Lord himself manifested HIS presence. Writing the recap is a way for me to reflect on the event, thank you for sharing your miraculous testimonies. To God be ALL the Glory!
My Personal Favorites
These are the ones I enjoyed writing the most. I hope you enjoy reading them as well!
The Dance Minister’s Choreography Devotion Series. This was done in two parts. Each part ran Monday – Friday with a new dance choreography technique was explained how to execute properly as well as how we, as ministers, can reflect on the awesome God we serve while moving for His glory! Part 1 cover the five ballet positions, while part two will beginner / intermediate ballet techniques:
g. Releve'
h. Piroutte
i. Jete
j. Chasse'
2. As I mentioned earlier, I love event hosting and planning so writing How to Plan Events and The Truth About Hotel Room Blocks was a pleasure. If you’re planning an event at a hotel in 2010 and you’re unfamiliar with hotel contracts, rules and the lingo, you should read those articles.
3. My other passion is personal finance. I am working on a project on that very topic that I hope to release at the end of 2010. In the interim, check out D.A.N.C.E. Out of Debt and read about the DUMBEST (Financial) Move I’ve Ever Made.
Worth a Second Look
These articles were either written early on or during a down time. For some reason or another they didn’t get many views. So in case you missed them, here they are again:
1. Miriam: Praise Dancer, Prophetess, Leader and More
3. The Spiritual Side to Technique series: Balance & Alignment
4. Tips for Ministry Excellence Series: Appearance & Communication
5. Tips for Traveling Dance Ministers
6. What Exactly is Liturgical Dance?
This is less than ONE THIRD of the content currently on the site and the goal is to constantly add more! If you never want to miss an article, I suggest you sign up for e-mail or RSS subscription. This is different from the monthly newsletter. You’ll receive an email as soon as a new article is published.
Props to the Top Referrers of 2009
Aside from search engines, Facebook, and Twitter traffic. Many readers arrive here from someone else’s website. This is to show some love to Paneh’s top referrer’s. Check out their sites as well:
2. Done Unto the Lord Ministries
I am looking forward to all that lies in store for you and me in 2010. I intend to write more articles and continue to encourage interaction. I'm also plan to continue to blog carnivals and weekly round-ups through out 2010. I also hope to publish more guest posts…so if you have an article or would like to write on a relevant topic…please contact me!
Blessings, Love and a Happy New Year!
Black Friday Discounted Registration for Conference
November 27, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under News and Updates
This Black Friday sale won't require you to leave the house or stand in long lines. Register for Equipping the Saints on Friday November 27th at the lowest registration price that will be offered…$35.
There are only 10 registrants that can use this discount code….first come, first served. Registration opens at midnight on November 27th (CST) and closes at 11:55pm (CST) or when 10 people register using the code.
To register, enter the code: blackfriday or click on the link below:
http://equippingthesaints.
Equipping the Saints Conference Recap
September 15, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under Event Recaps, News and Updates
I am constantly amazed by how the Lord continues to manifest HIS splendid presence at the Equipping the Saints conference in St. Louis, MO. Worshippers came together from across the rivers and across the ocean with one purpose: To lift up the name of Jesus!
As we praised and worshipped on one accord, He manifested HIS presence in such a tangible way. There were testimonies of physical healings, deliverance and revival.
This year, we welcomed International guests from Bahamas, Barbados, Antigua, and Bermuda! It was a special pleasure to fellowship with you all. I count it an honor that you would travel to the United States to attend Equipping the Saints. It is my prayer the conference exceeded your expectations and you left spiritually full, armed and equipped. Ready to take new knowledge and inject it into your respective community.
Thursday Night
Enter into HIS gates with thanksgiving and into HIS courts with PRAISE!
Wings of Praise started us off Thursday with a wonderful procession. This was followed by congregational praise & worship led by Minister Rekesha Pittman. Kudos to all the congregational dancers that volunteered!
Silent Praise from Omaha, NE ministered Praise Him in Advance by Marvin Sapp. This ministries testimony truly blessed me! (Read it in full below!) Since the conference, they have started a praise dance, mime, African, and flag ministry. They are truly doing the work of the ministry. To Dr. Anderson and the rest of the Allen AME leadership….keep up the GOD work! I see the Lord all over those youth and the best is yet to come!
Patricia Burnett you touched my son’s chest during your prophetic dance and he has been seeking the Lord every since. Thank you so much for allowing God to use you in such a might way!!
- Miriam A. , St. Louis, MO
Ms. Lauren Brown ushered us into the Holy of Holies with an anointed worship medley. This P.K. (that is "preacher’s kid) is the daughter of our evening speaker Pastor Tanya Brown. At 14 she is letter the Lord use her mightily through song, prophecy and the preached word!
Our speaker, Pastor Tanya Brown from Bethesda Temple of Alton, IL stepped into an atmosphere that was charged for worship. As she shared her testimony of the Lord’s grace, mercy and miraculous power the Spirit of the Lord began to fall and His people. To God be ALL the Glory!
Friday – Breakout Sessions & Dance Intensives
This year we introduced several new sessions and a 4-hour dance & mime intensive. Some of the new classes include Preparing to Meet the Bridegroom, Understanding the Times: Issachar & Israel, Raquad! Step it Up, Processions & Pageantry, Streamers in the Desert and About My Father’s Business.
The facilitators were all phenomenal! They eagerly shared scripturally sound advice, revelations and knowledge. Thank you all for sharing your gifts.
The dance intensive we just that….INTENSE! Those that braved the 4-hour workshop learned foundational techniques that they could apply in movement. I peeked in both classes and they covered conditioning, positioning, posture, walking, body alignment, choreography and so much more. Everyone definitely looked as if they received a full body workout!
For His Glory Dance Ministry started our evening service with Anthem of Praise. These girls ministered with flags under the anointing.
The few students from the Mime Intensive session along with facilitator Minister Robert Hayes reminded us that We Need the Glory. Their cry for the GLORY to fall resonated with the attendees as we shifted into worship.
Pat & Gary Anderson of Wings of Praise blessed us with Let the Veil Down Let the Praise Go Up by Judy Jacobs. They used the billows in such a way it felt like the Lord was breathing on us!
Minister Rekesha Pittman encouraged us to FLY! The Lord used her to minister to people prophetically and set the platform for our evening speaker Prophet Barbara McClain to bring the Word!
Saturday- Breakout Sessions, Five Fold Ministry Panel & Prophetic Wedding Feast
I was overwhelmed with the number of people that showed up for Between the Porch & Altar intercessory prayer! Under the leadership of Dr. Ann Higgins we strategically prayed for our nation, Jerusalem, our visiting nations, and dancers everywhere to name a few.
We continued with our daily breakout sessions including new sessions: God’s Order for Garments TM, Streamers in the Desert and Challenges in Ministry (taught by my pastor!).
After the last breakout session, we held a 5 Fold Ministry Panel Discussion. This was an opportunity for the attendees to ask their questions directly from those operating is various areas of ministry. There were some great questions…I’ll post the Q&A that I can remember on the website, so be sure to bookmark this site and check back!
Dr. Ann Higgins blessed us with a ministry selection in the evening before our speaker. The selection was so appropriate for Equipping the Saints – fill us up & send us out!
Elder Cecilia Beasley was our evening preacher. The Lord allowed her to release a prophetic song…only 7 words, but it is still in my spirit: Thy Kingdom Come…Thy Will be Done. It still brings tears to my eyes every time I think of it!
Immediately following her sermon was the Prophetic Wedding Feast. Wings of Praise created a beautiful depiction of the Marriage of the Lamb. There were streets paved with gold, beautiful banners, and communion. It was such a personal worship experience as we were individually escorted through a canopy to ascend the the wedding feast. It was an awesome reminder of the glory that awaits those of us whose names are written in the Lamb’s book of life!
Sunday – Morning Worship & Fellowship!
On Sunday we caravaned across the river to my church home, O’Fallon Apostolic Assembly, for our 8:00 am service. Dr. Ann Higgins preached a RHEMA WORD! She encouraged us to step into position so we could continue to see Jesus.
After service, we traveled to one of my favorite restaurants (Bristol’s Seafood Grill) for an all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch. We ate, laughed, and recapped all the events that took place…officially marking the end of EQS2009.
Special Thank You!
Equipping the Saints 2010!
Many of you have contacted me about pre-registering for Equipping the Saints 2010. Once all the information is finalized early registration will open. I hope to have the dates and location confirmed and available by the next newsletter release.
Heads up! There will be an "Early Registration" challenge. All I’ll say now is community effort will be necessary for it to work.
I has been my honor to serve as your conference host for a 3rd year and I am looking forward to the 4th should be Lord delay His return.
Conference Photos!
Class Descriptions for Equipping the Saints 2009
September 2, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under News and Updates
Below you will find class descriptions for the daily breakout sessions offered at the 2009 Equipping the Saints Dance & Worship Arts Conference. Registration starts at $25, registration form is below!
Choreography / Movement
Acting Out! (Mime)
Learn the fundamental techniques use in mime as well as the spiritual requirements to minister effectively.
African Dance
You’ll learn African Dance that you can use in your warfare & upbeat choreography
Congregational Movement
Worship is not a spectator sport! This class will show you how to lead your church congregation in movement. Those that take this class will assist in leading choreography during praise and worship at one of the evening services
Davidic Dance
David danced before the Lord with all his might!"(2 Sam 6:14-15) We too can dance before our God as David did. This class will focus on learning some traditional Jewish folk dance steps so you can learn how to choreograph your own dances. I will teach choreographed dances to Messianic music as well. Beginners are welcome.
Intensive! Dance (All Levels | Ages 10 & up | Friday 12:30 – 4:30pm)
Dance Ministers will learn to exemplify body placement, ballet positions, movements and will strengthen in their muscle development. Learn Ballet exercise combinations and across the floor combinations. Intermediate & advanced dancers will perfect such movements as arabasque, tendue, roun-de-jaun, rounded arms, turn-out position and more.
Intensive! Mime (All Levels | Ages 10 & up | Friday 12:30 – 4:30pm)
NATURAL MAN – Mime Exercise, Facial Expression, Body Positioning (Inclination, Isolation), Illusuions: French Style Techniques: Mime. vocabulary words, Object Identification And Much More….SPIRITUAL MAN – Blood and testimony (Rev.12:11), Compassionate movements (Matt 9:36 & Mark 1:4)
The Art of Humility, Man in The mirror, Crucifying THE BIG EGO, The HIDDEN AGENDA, And Much More….
Raquad ~ Step it up!
The devil is under our feet! This class is designed to teach the fundamentals of stepping as a ministry. Participants will learn beginner and intermediate combinations as well as biblical scriptures they can declare as they take authority with their hands and feet.
Prophecy, Intercession, and Spiritual Warfare
Growing in the Prophetic
This class is designed to bring you to another level in your relationship with God. In order to be used as “God’s mouthpiece” you must clearly hear from HIM
Teach My Hands to War
Gain on understanding of the fundamental principles of spiritual warfare.
Unmasking the Ministry
It is time to take the mask off! Too many ministers are dealing with past hurts, unforgiveness, and insecurities. It’s time to face the issues that have kept ministries bound. Be free and learn how to set others free!
Preparing for The Bridegroom
This study will help those in attendance gain a better understanding of God’s plan for the church ,and how they can prepare for Christ’s return by drawing from the rich symbolism of a Jewish wedding. Discover fascinating biblical truths that point to the climax of history—the marriage feast of the Lamb!
Intercession & Dance
Class description coming soon
Classes designed with LEADERS in mind
Battle Scars pt1: The Wounded Soldier
Many leading soldiers on the battlefield have been spiritually wounded. In this 2-part intimate session the healing will begin. This is a closed door session and pre-requisite for part 2.
Battle Scars pt2: Scarred, But Not Destroyed!
Scars show where the wound USED TO BE! Leaders be prepared to be set free from past hurts so you can move forward in the fullness of your calling! This second part will continue uninterrupted from Battle Scars part 1.
Challenges in Ministry
This lesson will primarily deal with issues such as: How do you know God has called you? How do you respond to your call? How do you carry yourself at your home church? How do you handle yourself in another church? And more! The principals are relevant to all types of ministry. There will also be an opportunity for Q&A.
The Master Instructor’s Class
This class (half movement / half lecture) is designed to teach leaders how to become more effective leaders through spiritual devotion & technical instruction
Starting a Dance Ministry: Prepare Now or Repair Later
Build on a solid foundation. If the Lord has given you the vision to start a dance ministry this class will put you on the right path.
Classes designed with YOUTH in mind
Effective Choreography for youth
This class will teach children and their leaders how to build age appropriate choreography
The Five Positions of Worship (Youth)
This session will give youth a scriptural foundation for dance as they learn movements and corresponding scriptures to commit to memory.
Kingdom Kids: Walking in My Authority
This class is for the Joshuas, Daniels, and Esthers of today! Our youth posses authority! In this interactive class they will learn about their arsenal in a fun way they can understand
Flags, Pageantry & Processions
Processions & Pageantry
Has God called you into such a ministry as this? Topics include: Purpose of both men and women on the team, selection of appropriate costumes, the meaning of colors and their affect, an array of symbolic tools to use in pageantry, selection of the song to use and how to break it down and more.
Silk Flags (How to use & make them)
The title says it all! Learn techniques to effectively use beautiful silk flags in worship. A portion of the class will also discuss how to make your own flags.
Streamers in the Desert
Have you always wanted to dance with streamers but didn’t know how? Now is your chance to learn. This class will cover different moves and dance phrases to put together as choreography or as improvisational praise dance. Rev. Wendy Campbell’s method for using dance streamers will be taught. Please bring your own streamers to class.
Business, Support, Finances and Administration
About My Father’s Business
Are we Non-Profit, For-Profit, LLC, or Sole Proprietor? How do we go about managing bank accounts, websites, phone numbers, advertisements, and a growing database of emails? The business of ministry can be a daunting experience if we are not aware of all of the possibilities that will help us survive and become profitable. This class is designed to clear up some common misconceptions about the business of ministry and inspire good stewardship concerning budgeting for conferences, garments, ministry travel, and more!
The Power of Change
Is your ministry hindered by finances? Do you find yourself counting the days until the next paycheck? Are you or someone you know plagued with debt? It’s time for CHANGE! It’s time to D.A.N.C.E. out of debt. You’ll hear the testimony of someone that was plagued by debt and has since CHANGED.
Practical Applications & Biblical Studies
God’s Order For Garments TM
A "Genesis to Revelation" teaching that unveils God’s pattern for garments according to the Word. This class will ignite the listener and reveal the intended significance of garments according to God’s order, and not man’s opinion. More than just a quick walk through Exodus 28, this is a must-hear and apply Word of deliverance for the Kingdom dancer of today!
Praise & Worship: Your Lifestyle & Ministry
If you want to see God’s Glory, Experience His Fullness and Behold Him Face to Face, it requires a life of Worship. This class is geared toward the inner man. It is designed to teach and take you through the different realms of worship and praise. Praise is a vehicle the leads you into worship. This class will instruct you and prepare you for ministry either in dance or song. It is what you do in private that make the reward greater in the open. See lives changed, people set free, yokes destroyed, burdens lifted, become a worshiper and watch how God will blow on your ministry.
Called, Now What? -Instruction for Women in Ministry
Class description coming soon
Event Recap: Dance Ministry Detox
August 21, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under Event Recaps
Dance Ministry Detox was a time of healing and deliverance. The conference was ran with such a spirit of excellence. The information was timely, relevant, and practical.
Being an effective movement minister means being whole. Too often, we are satisfied with effective dancers. Dancers ministering through hurt, unresolved issues, and financial turmoil to name a few. D.Md dealt with these issues head on! The no-nonsense candid approach of the facilitators set the tone for the "detox treatment program".
When you arrived at D.Md, you did not register…you "checked-in" to a treatment facility complete with a hospital tag that served as your registration badge for the weekend. The room was draped white just like a hospital. This was NOT your typical dance conference!
On the first night, we wore all black. Minister Rekesha preached on the Spirit of Haman. She broke down this spirit verse by verse so we can identify it as it tries to creep into our ministries. The next time you read Esther….take a close look at Haman. Many of us prophesy the favor of Esther…well watch out…because when you get Esther, you get Haman too!
It was refreshing to be surrounded by facilitators who were transparent and approachable. Even the facilitators left refreshed.
As we continued our detox treatment, you could hear shackles being loosed. The garment of praise was replacing the spirit of heaviness.
The manifestation of HIS glory on the last night left everyone speechless! For well over 15 minutes everyone sat still, completely silent in HIS presence. The Lord himself applauded with 3 claps of thunder followed by rain!
The Lord used Rain Rein Reign Ministries (RRR) to bring rain to the desert! A natural manifestation of what was taking place in the spirit realm!
Tremendous Kudos to Rekesha Pittman for hosting an outstanding conference and the ladies of Reign Dance Company blessed us tremendously through their ministry in dance and labor of love. For future RRR events check out http://www.rainreinreign.com or http://companykeepers.
Featured Vendors for Equipping the Saints
July 22, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under News and Updates
Here are just a few of the vendors that will be at the Equipping the Saints Dance & Worship Arts Conference: THY KINGDOM COME!
There will be over a dozen vendors with garments, pageantry, books, DVDs, oils, paintings and so much more! Feel free to contact any of the vendors listed below to place your order before the conference. If you place your paid order with enough advance notice, you may be able to save on shipping costs.
*NOTE*: Everyone attending the Saturday evening service is asked to wear ALL WHITE I have highlighed the vendors that can provide white garments.
Check back often! I will be adding more!
Church Street Wear / Ladie Di
Mission: To infiltrate the Christian dance ministry with anointed, quality, and gracious praise dance garments for the edification of God regardless of size, age, or gender.
Fit for the King Sacred Garments / Diane Ransom
Hanky hem overlays, dresses w/culottes and much more
Reignaissance, LLC.
Overlays, palazzos, skirts, tops, specialty items, and more!
Heaven’s Workshop / Sandra Knoerr
Sacred garments, ephods, overlays, billows, banners, streamers, tabrets, praise hoops
Son Dance Ministry
Worship instruments, worship streamers for adults and children, praise and worship garments, and various dance accessories
Prepare the Way Ministries / Prophet James Nesbitt
Prophetic Art & Jewelery
Path Thru The Cross / Ms. Betty Kiser
Flags available in a variety of shapes and colors. Sets range from $15 – $40
Available fabrics: Lame, Sheer Organza, Poly China Silk
Divine Inspiration Unlimited
Men & Women’s Praise/Liturgical Dancewear. Standard or Unique Custom designed garments to enhance your worship experience.
The Truth about Hotel Room Blocks
July 14, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under Practical Advice
As an eventholder, I’ve come to realize there is a delicate balance in securing a number of guest rooms for an event. You have to do a best "guestimate" of how many people will attend. Of those attendees, how many are local commuters? You want to block enough rooms for your attendees, but you also don’t want to be stuck with the bill. Here is…
The Truth about Room Blocks
When attending an event outside of your local area, it is tempting to try to save a few dollars by booking our hotel room "outside the block", in other words at another hotel, through an Internet site, or with an employee or family discount. While this may seem like a good idea, often there are indirect financial consequences.
Hotel meeting room space is very expensive. It costs thousands of dollars to use the space for a few evenings. Hotels are willing to discount the cost of meeting room space if you can ensure them revenue through other means (sleeping rooms or food & beverage).
- How to Plan Events
- How Would you Rate it? by Rekesha Pittman (Company Keepers)
Feel free to share your thoughts below!
ETS-S World Convention
June 26, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under Events List
Title: ETS-S World Convention
Description: http://www.eth-s.org/Events/2009/World_Convention.htm
Start Date: 2009-07-07
End Date: 2009-07-10
RCMA Convention
June 26, 2009 by Lakita
Filed under Events List
Title: RCMA Convention
Location: Fort Worth, Tx
Description: http://www.rcmaweb.org/Conferences/2010FortWorth/GeneralInformation/tabid/195/Default.aspx
Start Date: 2010-01-26
End Date: 2010-01-29
