Grace Fellowship International

Finding Peace Seminar
2026-04-25 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Finding Peace: Biblical Counsel to Overcome Anxiety
An Exchanged Life Seminar (a.k.a the “Christ is Life Seminar”)
Location: Bellefontaine, Ohio
Saturday 9:00AM-4:00PM
Dr. John Woodward will present these counseling/discipleship topics:
1). Self-Life or Christ-Life?
2). How to Get a New Identity
3). Your Spiritual Journey: From Egypt to Canaan
4). Providential Purposes of Stress
5). Tearing Down Strongholds
6). The Wisdom of Forgiveness
7). Freedom from Sin’s Authority: Soaring Like an Eagle
8). How to Gain Serenity
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory video here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included.
Host church location: Vineyard Christian Fellowship, Bellefontaine
www.vineyardcf.org/events/church-calendar
624 Township Road 55, Bellefontaine, OH 43311
Day and time: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 9:00-am-4:00pm
Cost: $20.00 per person (can be paid at check-in for the seminar)
To register, please use this online form here or contact the church: Ph. 937-593-0981

Introduction to Exchanged Life Counseling
2026-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Buffat Heights Baptist Church, 2800 Mill Road, Knoxville, TN, 37924, United States
In these stressful times, we need encouragement and guidance to navigate the problems of life. This seminar gives an introduction to key issues that are central to a Christian approach to people helping.
Presenters:

Dr. John Woodward
Pastor Mark McKeehan

Date:

Saturday morning, April 11, 2026
9:00am-noon

Cost: $25

Includes a notebook and refreshments

Location:
Buffat Heights Baptist Church (annex building)
2800 Mill Road, Knoxville, TN 37924
Tel: 865-524-1204 | info@buffatheights.org
www.buffatheights.org/
To get the most out of this seminar, read Handbook to Happiness (Tyndale House) by GFI founder, Dr. Charles Solomon.
For more information, please call Grace Fellowship International at (865) 429-0450.

Finding Freedom
2026-03-28 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Finding Freedom: An Exchanged Life Seminar
This seminar presents a Christ-centered approach to addiction recovery.
The Spirituotherapy counseling model taught in the Exchanged Life seminar and workshop is here applied to finding freedom from harmful behavioral and chemical habits. This teaching is not only beneficial for getting more personal freedom, it can also help equip participants to assist others.
A notebook, refreshments and lunch are included.
Presenter: Dr. John Woodward
Location: (Rudy Dodorico’s home) 2180 Barwick, Florissant, Missouri 63031
Day and time: Saturday, March 28, 2023, 9:00-am-4:00pm
Cost: Registration is free, but an offering will be received for Grace Fellowship International for expenses and support.
R.S.V.P below. For details, cost and and to confirm registration, please contact Gus Dodorico. Phone 314-605-1700
Recommended reading (available at GFI’s store)

Handbook to Happiness, by Dr. Charles Solomon
The Rejection Syndrome, by Dr. Charles Solomon,
Set Free, by Cherri Freeman
The Worthy Walk, by Dr. John Woodward and Bryan Miller

This ministry is an example of one using a curriculum with a body/soul/spirit, Galatians 2:20 oriented approach.

Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2026-03-02 08:30 - 2026-03-05 17:00 (America/New_York) | First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge, 3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863, United States
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference (which is a prerequisite). This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge
3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Office phone: (865) 453-4647 www.FBCPF.org
Materials, lunch (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you have attended a GFI 4 day workshop previously, you qualify for a 50% off rate.
To register, use the ticket below or make a deposit by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.
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Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2025-11-03 08:30 - 2025-11-06 17:00 (America/New_York)
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference (which is a prerequisite). This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge
3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Office phone: (865) 453-4647 www.FBCPF.org
Materials, lunch (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you have attended a GFI 4 day workshop previously, you qualify for a 50% off rate.
To register, use the ticket below or make a deposit by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.
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Introduction to Exchanged Life Counseling
2025-11-01 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Calvary Baptist Church, 3200 Kingston Pike, 37919, United States
In these stressful times, we need encouragement and guidance to navigate the problems of life. This seminar gives an introduction to key issues that are central to a Christian approach to people helping.
Presenters:

Dr. John Woodward
Pastor Mark McKeehan

Cost: $25

Includes a notebook and refreshments

Location:
Calvary Baptist Church
3200 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919
865.523.9419
To get the most out of this seminar, read Handbook to Happiness (Tyndale House) by GFI founder, Dr. Charles Solomon.
For more information, please call Grace Fellowship International at (865) 429-0450.
To register, please call GFI at 865-429-0450

Finding Fruitfulness Seminar
2025-10-18 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Alexandria, VA, 6519 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22312, United States
Finding Fruitfulness: Being A More Dynamic Witness and Discipler
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Saturday 9:00AM-4:00PM
Dr. John Woodward will present these topics:
Purpose

What is fruitfulness?

Principles

Having a more complete gospel
Having a more dynamic source
Having a more strategic ministry

Practice

Evangelistic resources
1 to 1 resources
Small group resources

Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included.
Host church location: Braddock Baptist Church www.braddockbaptistchurch.com/
6519 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312
Day and time: Saturday, October 18, 2025, 9:00-am-4:00pm
Cost: $25.00 per person
For details and registration, please contact the church:

Phone 703-750-2962

main@braddock.church

Foundational reading:

Handbook to Happiness, by Charles Solomon
The Worthy Walk, by John Woodward
No Greater Joy: Power of Sharing Your Faith through Stories and Questions, by Jerry Wiles

Online Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2025-09-01 - 2025-10-12 | Online
This is a six week online edition of the four day, in-person Workshop is intended primarily for those outside the U.S. and those who cannot travel to Tennessee for this training.
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference. This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications

Format and schedule:

Online access to videos, audio recordings and reading assignments September 1 – October 12, 2025
Six full-group zoom meetings on Sundays (12:30pm Eastern U.S. Daylight Time = UTC/GMT -4), September 7, 14, 21, 28, and October 5, 2025.
Six “practice partner” zoom sessions (one per week).
Includes an online Taylor Johnson Temperament Analysis assessment (additional $34.00. optional )

Prerequisites:

View The Exchanged Life Conference online videos. Direct access to ELC
Recommended: Read Dr. Charles R. Solomon’s Handbook to Happiness, The Ins and Out of Rejection (or The Rejection Syndrome) and Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling These books are also available as ebooks at Amazon.com

Cost:
For international students: a donation you can afford – gracefellowshipinternational.com/about-gfi/donate/
For details please call GFI at 1-865-429-0450. International calls: WhatsApp 1 865 7407847

or email john@gracefellowshipinternational.com
Please register with this form:
Your name *Your email address *Question or comment (optional)Submit

Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2025-07-28 08:30 - 2025-07-31 17:00 (America/New_York)
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference (which is a prerequisite). This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge
3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Office phone: (865) 453-4647 www.FBCPF.org
Materials, lunch (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you have attended a GFI 4 day workshop previously, you qualify for a 50% off rate.
To register, please call GFI at 865-429-0450.
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Introduction to Exchanged Life Counseling
2025-07-12 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
In these stressful times, we need encouragement and guidance to navigate the problems of life. This seminar gives an introduction to key issues that are central to a Christian approach to people helping.
Presenter:

Pastor Mark McKeehan

Cost: freewill offering

Includes a notebook and lunch

Location:

1204 Tower Lane, Hover, Alabama 35244

To get the most out of this seminar, read Handbook to Happiness (Tyndale House) by GFI founder, Dr. Charles Solomon.
To register, RSVP below and /or call GFI at 865-429-0450
Host: John Will Graham: johnwillgraham66@gmail.com

55th Anniversary Celebration
2025-04-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online, TN
In 2025, Grace Fellowship International will be celebrating 55 years of full time ministry. Dr. Charles and Sue Solomon stepped out in faith to launch GFI as a non profit counseling and training ministry in Denver, Colorado, in 1970.
Note that our plans have changed…
We invite our friends to attend our online livestream presentation about on GFI’s heritage, current ministries, and future plans.
Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Meeting link: https://www.youtube.com/@GraceFellowshipIntl/streams
Instead of a live seminar on Saturday, April 26th, GFI is providing free access to Dr. Solomon’s Classic Exchanged Life Conference. The conference video page and notebook are here: elcmatters.org/media/purchased-video-access/elc-classic-videos/
If you would like to send an anniversary greeting, please use our contact page.
If you would like to send a celebratory gift, you may use the donate page or call 1-865-429-0450.
Thank you!

Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2025-03-03 08:30 - 2025-03-06 17:00, 2024-11-04 - 2024-11-07 (America/New_York) | First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge, 3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863, United States
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference. This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge
3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Office phone: (865) 453-4647 www.FBCPF.org
Materials, lunch (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you have attended a GFI 4 day workshop previously, you qualify for a 50% off rate.
To register, please call GFI at 865-429-0450.
[Event graphic by Heartlight.org]

Finding Joy Seminar
2025-03-01 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Fountain City Church, 2801 Holbrook Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918, Knoxville, TN, 37918, United States
Finding Joy: an Exchanged Life Seminar is the one day edition of the basic “Grace Fellowship Exchanged Life Conference.” It provides an overview of the Christ-centered counseling message with a particular emphasis on overcoming depression. Since 1970, many have experienced God’s deliverance from a variety of life-controlling problems.
The topics covered will be:

The Rejection Syndrome
The Quest for Identity
Exchanging the Self Life for the Christ-Life
Appropriating Your Identification with Christ
Summary Steps in Sanctification
Egypt to Canaan: The Discipleship Journey
The Freedom in Christ process

Presenters: John Woodward and Mark McKeehan
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness and The Rejection Syndrome, books by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory video here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included in the registration fee.
Location: Fountain City Baptist Church www.fountaincity.church/
2801 Holbrook Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918
Phone: (865) 689-3385
Schedule: Saturday 9:00-am-4:30pm
Sold out. However, see the online video options for:

Exchanged Life Conference and
Christ is Life Conference

in the GFI store.
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Introduction to Exchanged Life Counseling
2024-11-02 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Sevierville Golf Course: Mulligan’s Restaurant, 1444 Old Knoxville Hwy, Sevierville, TN, 37876
In these stressful times, we need encouragement and guidance to navigate the problems of life. This seminar gives an introduction to key issues that are central to a Christian approach to people helping.
Presenters:

Dr. John Woodward
Pastor Mark McKeehan

Cost: $25

Includes a notebook
Lunch (optional): $10

To get the most out of this seminar, read Handbook to Happiness (Tyndale House) by GFI founder, Dr. Charles Solomon.
For more information, please call Grace Fellowship International at (865) 429-0450.
Available Lunch Options*

Deli Sandwich: Your choice of roast turkey or sugar-cured ham, served on toasted bread or in a wrap, with cheese, lettuce and tomato
Grilled Chicken Sandwich: Grilled boneless chicken breast with Swiss cheese, served on a toasted bun with lettuce and tomato
Chef Salad: Fresh salad greens with roasted turkey, ham, cheddar cheese, tomato and red onion, served with a dressing
The Mulligan: 8oz fresh Angus beef cooked to your liking, served on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato, pickle and onions
Kelly’s Veggie Burger: Beyond burger cooked to perfection. Served on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato, online and pickle

*All lunch options are served with fries and a choice of fountain drink, tea, lemonade or water.
If you register with the lunch option, please notify us of your menu choice: kristy@gracefellowshipinternational.com
Download PDF flyer here: November 2024 Seminar PDF
To register, please call GFI at 865-429-0450

Finding Peace
2024-10-19 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Alexandria, VA, 6519 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22312, United States
Finding Peace: Biblical Counsel to Overcome Anxiety
An Exchanged Life Seminar (a.k.a the “Christ is Life Seminar”)
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
Saturday 9:00AM-4:30PM
Dr. John Woodward will present these counseling/discipleship topics:
1). Self-Life or Christ-Life?
2). How to Get a New Identity
3). Your Spiritual Journey: From Egypt to Canaan
4). Providential Purposes of Stress
5). Tearing Down Strongholds
6). The Wisdom of Forgiveness
7). Freedom from Sin’s Authority: Soaring Like an Eagle
8). How to Gain Serenity

To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness and The Rejection Syndrome, books by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory video here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included.
Host church location: Braddock Baptist Church www.braddockbaptistchurch.com/
6519 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312
Day and time: Saturday, January 20, 2024, 9:00-am-4:00pm
Cost: $25.00 per person
For details and registration, please contact the church:

Phone 703-750-2962

main@braddock.church

Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2024-08-05 - 2024-08-08 | First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge, 3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863, United States
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference. This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Location: First Baptist Church of Pigeon Forge
3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. Office phone: (865) 453-4647 www.FBCPF.org
Materials, lunch (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you have attended a GFI 4 day workshop previously, you qualify for a 50% off rate. For this discount, please register by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.
[Event graphic by Heartlight.org]

Finding Peace
2024-08-03 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Riverstone Church, 1204 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Finding Peace: Biblical Counsel to Overcome Anxiety
An Exchanged Life Seminar (a.k.a the “Christ is Life Seminar”)
Location: Northstar Church, South Campus
1204 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 539-2222
Saturday
9:00AM-4:30PM
John Woodward and Mark McKeehan will present these counseling/discipleship topics:
1). Self-Life or Christ-Life?
2). How to Get a New Identity
3). Your Spiritual Journey: From Egypt to Canaan
4). Providential Purposes of Stress
5). Tearing Down Strongholds
6). The Wisdom of Forgiveness
7). Freedom from Sin’s Authority: Soaring Like an Eagle
8). How to Gain Serenity
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well.  See the introductory video here.
The registration fee includes the seminar notebook, refreshments and lunch.
(Northstar Church people may sign up through the church for a subsidized rate.)
If you prefer, you may register by phone by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.

Nicaragua Ministry Trip
2024-07-18 - 2024-07-21
Eric and Wendy Harbinson will facilitate John Woodward teaching and preaching in Nicaragua July 18-21, 2024. Prayers are appreciated.
Itinerary – In the area of Matagalpa

The Hope Project
Bible Institute
Church in Susuli
LaFuente Church/Bible Institute

For details, contact Eric at erharbinson@gmail.com

Finding Joy
2024-04-20 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver)
Boston area seminar
“It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me”
Finding Joy
Do you long for a life of joy, freedom, and victory? Join us for a…
One-day Bible-based seminar
focusing on Christ-centered discipleship and counseling, based on thebeliever’s new identity in Christ!
“To help you… to help others… by grace”
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Topics to be covered:

Rejection and the Quest for Identity
Exchanging the Self-Life for the Christ-Life
Appropriating Your Identification with Christ
Summary Steps in Sanctification
Egypt to Canaan: The Discipleship Journey
Finding Freedom and Victory in Christ

The seminar will be hosted at: Fort Square Presbyterian Church, 16 Pleasant St, Quincy, MA 02169
Presenter: Dr. John Woodward, Grace Fellowship International
This Seminar is free. Lunch, refreshments and seminar materials are included. Donations are welcome to cover the seminar costs and to support Grace Fellowship International (GFI). Suggested donations are $10 to $35 per person – as you can afford.
Use this link to make a donation online.
You can view an introductory video on this Link.
Note: To get the most from this event we suggest reading the book: Handbook to Happiness by Dr. Charles Solomon.
See the flyer on Google Docs here.
Please register here with RSVP or call GFI at: 865-429-0450

Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2024-03-04 - 2024-03-07 | First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge, 3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863, United States
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference. This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday: Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Materials, lunch (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you have attended a GFI 4 day workshop previously, you qualify for a 50% off rate. For this discount, please register by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.
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Finding Joy
2024-02-24 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver) | Corryton, TN, 8518 Thompson School Rd, Corryton, TN, 37721, United States
Finding Joy: an Exchanged Life Seminar is the one day edition of the basic “Grace Fellowship Exchanged Life Conference.” It provides an overview of the Christ-centered counseling message with a particular emphasis on overcoming depression. Since 1970, many have experienced God’s deliverance from a variety of life-controlling problems.
The topics covered will be:

The Rejection Syndrome
The Quest for Identity
Exchanging the Self Life for the Christ-Life
Appropriating Your Identification with Christ
Summary Steps in Sanctification
Egypt to Canaan: The Discipleship Journey
The Freedom in Christ process

Presenters: John Woodward and Mark McKeehan
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness and The Rejection Syndrome, books by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory video here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included in the registration fee.
Location: New Beginnings Baptist Church East
8518 Thompson School Rd, Corryton, TN
https://www.facebook.com/newbeginningsbaptistch/

Phone: (865) 363-9634

email: newbbchurch@yahoo.com

Schedule: Saturday 9:00-am-4:30pm
You may register by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.
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Finding Joy
2024-01-20 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver) | Alexandria, VA, 6519 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA, 22312, United States
Finding Joy: an Exchanged Life Seminar is the one day edition of the basic “Grace Fellowship Exchanged Life Conference.” It provides an overview of the Christ-centered counseling message with a particular emphasis on overcoming depression. Since 1970, many have experienced God’s deliverance from a variety of life-controlling problems.
The topics covered will be:

The Rejection Syndrome
Exchanging the Self Life for the Christ-Life
Appropriating Your Identification with Christ
Summary Steps in Sanctification
Egypt to Canaan: The Discipleship Journey

Presenter: Dr. John Woodward
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness and The Rejection Syndrome, books by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory video here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included.
Host church location: Braddock Baptist Church www.braddockbaptistchurch.com/
6519 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22312
Day and time: Saturday, January 20, 2024, 9:00-am-4:00pm
Cost: $25.00 per person
For details and registration, please contact the church:

Phone 703-750-2962

main@braddock.church

PDF flyer: Finding_Joy_Seminar_1_20_24
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Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop
2023-11-06 - 2023-11-09, 2023-07-31 - 2023-08-03 | First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge, 3290 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37863, United States
The Exchanged Life Counseling Workshop puts into practice the knowledge gained at the Exchanged Life Conference. This module uses lectures, demonstration, and “hands on” training for Christ-centered counseling/discipleship. This model is trademarked as “Spirituotherapy.”
Topics Covered:

Qualities of a Counselor
Spirituotherapy Overview
History Taking
How to Present the “Wheel Diagrams”;
How to Present the “Line Diagrams”
Assisting with the “Exchange”
Freedom and wisdom applications
Resources

Schedule: Monday: 1:00pm-5:00pm
Tuesday-Thursday: 8:45am-5:00pm
Materials, lunch (Tuesday & Thursday), and refreshments are included. Dr. Charles Solomon’s Handbook for Christ Centered Counseling should be read in preparation for this event. Participants usually stay at one of the local affordable motels. See the Workshop information page here: https://gracefellowshipinternational.com/workshop/
If you prefer, you may register by phone by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.
[Event graphic by Heartlight.org]

Finding Joy
2023-10-28 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver)
Finding Joy: an Exchanged Life Seminar is the one day edition of the basic “Grace Fellowship Exchanged Life Conference.” It provides an overview of the Christ-centered counseling message with a particular emphasis on overcoming depression. Since 1970, many have experienced God’s deliverance from a variety of life-controlling problems.
The topics covered will be:

The Rejection Syndrome
Exchanging the Self Life for the Christ-Life
Appropriating Your Identification with Christ
Summary Steps in Sanctification
Healing Damaged Emotions
Egypt to Canaan: The Discipleship Journey

Presenter: Dr. John Woodward
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness and The Rejection Syndrome, books by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory video and information page here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included.
Location: (Rudy Dodorico’s home) 2180 Barwick, Florissant, Missouri 63031
Day and time: Saturday, October 28, 2023, 9:00-am-4:30pm
Cost: Free, but a free will offering will be received (suggested: $20.00 per person)
For details, cost and and registration, please contact:
Gus Dodorico Phone 314-605-1700

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Finding Joy
2023-09-23 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver)
Finding Joy: an Exchanged Life Seminar is the one day edition of the basic “Grace Fellowship Exchanged Life Conference.” It provides an overview of the Christ-centered counseling message with a particular emphasis on overcoming depression. Since 1970, many have experienced God’s deliverance from a variety of life-controlling problems.
The topics covered will be:

The Rejection Syndrome
Exchanging the Self Life for the Christ-Life
Appropriating Your Identification with Christ
Summary Steps in Sanctification
Healing Damaged Emotions
Egypt to Canaan: The Discipleship Journey

Presenters: John Woodward and Mark McKeehan
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness and The Rejection Syndrome, books by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well. See the introductory information page here.
Lunch, refreshments and notebook are included in the registration fee.
Location: Parkway Baptist Church & Parkway Christian Academy
4210 Lakeland Highlands Rd. Lakeland, FL 33813
Schedule: Saturday 9:00-am-4:30pm
For details, cost and and registration, please contact:
info@parkwaybaptist.org
Phone: (863) 646-5031
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Finding Peace
2023-07-29 09:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Riverstone Church, 1204 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN, 37920, United States
Finding Peace: Biblical Counsel to Overcome Anxiety
An Exchanged Life Seminar (a.k.a the “Christ is Life Seminar”)
Location: Northstar Church, South Campus
1204 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 539-2222
Saturday
9:00AM-4:30PM
John Woodward and Mark McKeehan will present these counseling/discipleship topics:
1). Self-Life or Christ-Life?
2). How to Get a New Identity
3). Your Spiritual Journey: From Egypt to Canaan
4). Providential Purposes of Stress
5). Tearing Down Strongholds
6). The Wisdom of Forgiveness
7). Freedom from Sin’s Authority: Soaring Like an Eagle
8). How to Gain Serenity
To get the most from this event, Handbook to Happiness by Dr. Charles Solomon, should be read as well.  See the introductory video here.
The registration fee includes the seminar notebook, refreshments and lunch.
(Northstar people sign up through the church for a subsidized rate.)
If you prefer, you may register by phone by calling GFI at 865-429-0450.

Webinar on Life Coaching
2023-06-22 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online
What is coaching? How is this process similar to mentoring and counseling? Mark McKeehan will give a presentation on biblical life coaching and how he facilitates this with an Exchanged Life perspective. This will be hosted on the zoom platform.
Here is the link to join the meeting at 7:00PM eastern, Thursday, June 22nd
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82018329500

Webinar: Recovery Ministry
2023-04-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Cherri Raws Freeman will speak on “Recovery Ministry: Definitions and Solutions.” She is the author of Set Free: Finding Truth and Hope When a Loved One is Addicted, and Beside Still Waters. Cherri is an Associate and Guide with Grace Fellowship International. For more about her support group ministry, see LoveThemToLife.com

This online video meeting will be conducted on the zoom platform:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84668857179
