Show Me Arts & Ministry Conference
40th Anniversary – August 20-22, 2026

How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver! Proverbs 16:16

“More Precious Than Gold”

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Thursday, August 20

Breakfast on your own

We will be building visual delights that bring the conference theme to life. We will use both challenging and casual techniques for both beginner and Intermediate levels.

Grab your creative juices and join us for a day of FUNtastic ideas to jump start your Kids Ministry. From Memory verse games to story-telling to songs to puppets to altar calls and things in between. Be inspired to inspire the kids God has placed in your care. (Class will learn a devotion/object lesson/skit/bit to perform in Friday night’s show)

Ministering to the residents in Nursing Homes can be a deeply rewarding for several reasons: Fulfilling a need and making a difference; Personal growth and spiritual enrichment; Building meaningful relationships; Witnessing Resilience and faith; and sharing practical ways to minister.

JAM in the gym/vendors open until 9pm  (bring a snack to share)                                         

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Friday, August 21

Breakfast on your own

Explore how God can use joy, creativity, and childlike wonder to share the Gospel through clown ministry. This class covers the heart and purpose of clowning in ministry – when and where it is most effective – and equips you with practical tools to communicate biblical truths in engaging ways. Through songs, balloon art, puppetry, skits, storytelling, and simple magic, you’ll learn how to present meaningful, Christ-centered messages that connect with audiences of all ages. Whether you’re just beginning or growing your ministry, you’ll be encouraged to serve with purpose, compassion, and a spirit of joy.

Learn from this talented and creative twister. Whatever skill level you are currently at, he will advance you with his entertaining ways. Entertaining during line work and games with balloons will be addressed as well as advanced balloon sculpting. Bring some balloons and a pump but if you do not have these, don’t let that stop you from attending, there are plenty of old or new friends that you can borrow from. Be ready to laugh and learn! (Class will work on a devotion/object lesson/skit/bit to perform in Friday night’s show)

The face painting world is vast and endless. This class will move in the direction YOU want to take it. If more focus is needed on basic strokes and tools of the trade OR if you are past that and willing to take on a challenge, this class will meet you at your level. You can ALWAYS learn something new, but best of all you can take home friendships, networking, and knowledge that you need to continue growing in this business long after the convention is over.

Create an adorable basic puppet friend with a glue gun and some imagination. Beginning basics and brush-ups for seasoned puppeteers.  “Learning to dance” (without using your feet).  Basic choreography and variety in movement that will make your puppets come alive and jive! Easy Puppet Skits: How to put together a delightful program even when you have limited time, limited budget and a limited number of hands!  Puppeteers will weave together a full-scale performance while learning staging, choreography and special effects. Ideas on creating props and scenery to brighten up your performance and get your message come alive. Practice your manipulation for the evening show!

JAM in the gym/vendors open until 9pm (bring a snack to share)                              

Saturday, August 22

Breakfast on your own

There is no video or audio recording without permission from the presenter.

See you next year August 2027

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