Your 2011 NACC Memories

@Mosteller: Amazing final night at #NACC. Incredibly blessed by our partnership with @gotonacc over the years. Always sad when it ends.

@PreacherWalling: NACC was such a blessing to be part of. And they finished in the black!! Isn't that one of the signs of the coming of the Lord?

@AnitaRenfroe: Much love to @gotonacc! Sweet peeps in Cincy. Loved it!

@DannySchaffner: @pastordudley the technology is excellent @gotonacc -- can't attend, but well worth it via internet.  #greatjob  #welldone

Attendees were asked to share a NACC story or experience on the “May We Quote You” section of the NACC Feedback form.  Punctuation marks, etc., are the same as they appeared on the form.

“I have attended the NACC with four generations of family.  The NACC still knows where it has been and where it is going.  I need what is offered here every year.”  Ryan Hayden, Manhattan, KS 

“I’m a church planter in Alaska.  It’s hard to feel connected to the Restoration Movement when I’m so far away from the base (OH, KY, IN).  Thanks for the chance to come ‘home’.”  Derek Dickinson, Fairbanks, Alaska

“I’m a pastor and my wife and I, last year at the convention, met a pastor of one of our mega churches.  He took our ministry struggles to his congregation and has now become a Ministry Partner with us.  This partnership means “survival” for our ministry.”  Michael and Wanda Vereen, Florence, SC

“I went to a teen worship event with my daughter and (after the speaker challenged them) I was thrilled when she actually got up to pray with two girls she didn’t know.  The door was opened for a conversation between us because she was moved to action and I was blessed to witness it!”  Becca Cartledge, Indianapolis, IN

“I have been praying for the Holy Spirit to push me out of my comfort zone with direction and purpose.  God used this conference to accomplish this.”  Brad Weaver, Cape Coral, FL

“The connection to the body of Christ is timeless and essential and I’m grateful for this opportunity.” Ellie Sartorius, Okemos, MI

“Being at the NACC has encouraged me greatly to die more to myself in order to live for Christ.  It has been a long time since my heart has felt so convicted, but also refreshed.  Thank You!”  Becky Frey, Milan, MO

“At a time when I thought God had stopped offering fresh revelation, I come to the NACC where He offered fresh revelation, added confirmation and delivered affirmation.”  Michael Hawkins, Bedford, IN

“Attending the NACC has changed my life, expanded my vision, has drawn me closer to God and has impacted my future and everyone I touch.”  Deborah DeWolfe, Northridge, CA

“The NACC is my family reunion.  With every hug I feel like I am home.  Every sermon is like hearing my Father’s voice.  It is a beautiful slice of heaven.”  Gwen Elliott, Kokomo, IN

“I’ve received a huge vision for ministry.  As a student, I’m looking forward to preparing myself to be the man God wants me to be.  I believe the NACC has helped me do that.”  Brandon Kelley, Cincinnati, OH.

“Several members of our church in Georgia were not able to physically attend the NACC, but the Live Feed tremendously blessed them as they watched at home.  Thank You!!”  Robert Lamb, 

Marietta, GA

“I had a wonderful time; it was my first time at the NACC and it was definitely not my last.”  Destiny Washington, East Point, GA

“Once again, the NACC has been a place for ministry families to greet, hug, laugh, listen, pray, cry and encourage one another.  I love connecting at the NACC.  Long may she continue!!”  Merilee Monroe, Hebron, KY

“All church leadership should encourage ALL members to bring their families, especially because the young people will benefit greatly!  Our own teens received reaffirmation to choose occupations that will enable their future involvement in ministries and short term missions.”  Raquel Jarvill, Anthem, AZ

“We minister with an Urban Cincinnati congregation; very poor.  For many of them there was no money for transportation or meals.  With much encouragement, we persuaded 15 people to attend and they were blessed.  Our church will benefit from the challenges to continue on.”  Bonnie Brewer, Cincinnati, OH

“We were not sure we wanted to come this year.  Our 5 year old daughter died last year 5 days after we got home from NACC.  But, we are glad we came, even though it has been very emotional, it has been excellent.”  Geoff and Lois Shive, Palos Heights, IL  

“Great convention!  Obviously well planned and bathed in prayer.”  John Cornett, London, KY

 “I can count on one hand the number of times in my life that I have missed the convention.  This was by far the best year!”  Jean Bell, Bargersville, IN

“As a member of the “a cappella” churches, a friend asked me if I was attending the NACC as a “Gentile”!  I told him that every time someone here found out my affiliation, I felt like an honored guest!  Thank you for your unity efforts!!  Murray Hibbard, Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

“Thank you so, so much for putting the convention on-line.  I was so blessed to follow the convention this way.  I could not afford to go this year, so this was like being there “2nd best”.  Thanks again!”  George Kimball, Lakeland, FL 

“The whole experience was inspiring and educational.  It makes me want to learn more and do more for Christ and make a bigger effort to spread the gospel and make a difference.”  Pauline Lawhorne, Knox, IN

“I reconnected with a young preacher who reminded me that he committed his life to ministry at church camp in Oklahoma twelve years ago and that he made the commitment on my shoulder through his tears.”  Kerry Hookstra, Downs, KS

“It’s been a joy to watch our grandchildren enjoy the convention.  Our children loved it and now with their own children, they are continuing the NACC legacy.”  Sue Gallagher, Terre Haute, IN 

“We had told someone that we would not be going to Orlando in July, 2012, but after being at the Cincinnati convention and hearing the plans for next year we have changed our minds – we will be there!  And I plan to contact all my friends whom I did not see this year and encourage them to be there as well.”  Dan and Faye Harlow, Fort Wayne, IN