Larry Acosta Podcast: Free MP3 Audio Sermons

Raising UP a New Generation of Urban Heroes

UrbanMinistry.org — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 17:57:12 +0000

We will look at how to develop and mobilize young leaders in our churches, ministries, and organizations.

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78:00 minutes (8 MB)

Dr. Larry Acosta: Developing a Fundraising Strategy for Your Emerging Ministry: CCDA 2006 Audio

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 18:05:16 +0000

In this CCDA 2006 workshop, Dr. Larry Acosta discusses how to create a fundraising strategy for the early stages of program development.

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45:30 minutes (8 MB)

Dr. Larry Acosta: Being a Leader Who Remains True at Heart: CCDA 2005

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 22:11:14 +0000

Dr. Larry Acosta speaks at CCDA 2005 on how to be a leader who remains true to his or her core values.

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79:12 minutes (8 MB)

Larry Acosta & Don Davis: Wednesday Evening Plenary: CCDA 1998 Audio

UrbanMinistry.org — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:12:57 +0000

Christian Community Development Association's 1998 Conference Wednesday Evening Plenary with Larry Acosta & Don Davis.

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92:43 minutes (8 MB)

Larry Acosta - RELOAD New York - General Session (RELOAD 08-09)

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:27:02 +0000

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, Jan. 17, 2009 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute RELOAD New York 08-09.

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23:15 minutes (21.33 MB)

Dr. A.R. Bernard, Ron Luce, Larry Acosta, Patrick Pierre, Virginia Ward, Adam Durso - NY Panel Discussion (RELOAD 08-09)

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:27:15 +0000

Dr. A.R. Bernard, Ron Luce, Larry Acosta, Virginia Ward, Patrick Pierre, Adam Durso
Talk presented Sat, Jan. 17, 2009 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute RELOAD 08-09 New York.

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36:10 minutes (33.19 MB)

Larry Acosta : Personal Growth for the Next Generation Leader : UYWI 2004

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:25:04 +0000

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 15, 2004 Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2004.

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69:52 minutes (16.21 MB)

Larry Acosta and Friends - Legacy Unwritten (General Session 5 - UYWI 2008)

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:33:42 +0000

by Larry Acosta and Friends
Talk presented on Sat, May 17, 2008 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2008.

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God has given us opportunities as youth workers to speak into or “journal” on the unwritten pages in the lives of the youth that we serve everyday. We are writing a Legacy! You will take a journey with Larry around the country to see people just like you who have accepted the responsibility of nurturing the next generation. Are you Living this Legacy?

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65:34 minutes (15.1 MB)

Larry Acosta - General Session - (RELOAD 07-08)

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:16:45 +0000

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, October 6, 2007 at Urban Youth Workers Institute RELOAD Miami 07.

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44:16 minutes (10.24 MB)

Larry Acosta - Developing Student Leaders-UYWI 2002

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:17:21 +0000

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 18, 2002 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2002.

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46:11 minutes (11.04 MB)

Larry Acosta - Speaking So Youth Will Listen- UYWI 2002

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:17:44 +0000

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 18, 2002 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2002.

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45:50 minutes (11.52 MB)

Larry Acosta - Becomming a Leader who is Solid At Heart -UYWI 2003

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:18:24 +0000

by Larry Acosta
Talk presented Sat, May 17, 2003 at the Urban Youth Workers Institute Conference 2003.

Leadership requires CHARACTER, COMPETENCE, and CHEMISTRY, but the greates of these is CHARACTER. However, it is in this area of character where most leaders lose it. Proverbs 4:23a says ‘Above all else, guard your HEART.’ This spiritual EKG will give you the Best Practices for staying solid at heart!

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74:59 minutes (10.72 MB)

Larry Acosta: Being a Leader Who is Solid at Heart: UYWI 2006

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:01:46 +0000

How can you continue to lead bold ministries among the challenges of the hood without losing your own heart and soul in the process? In this elective you will gain insights forbalancing life and ministry, Self-care and setting boundaries in singleness and marriage, being a leader of character first, and staying solid at heart.

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77:29 minutes (70.94 MB)

Larry Acosta: Core Competencies of the Next Generation of Urban Leader: UYWI 2007

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:38:11 +0000

What is in your leadership toolbox? What are
the micro-skills that Next Generation Urban
Leaders need? This learnshop will clarify
the core competencies that will distinguish
effective city-changing leaders from the rest
of the pack.

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61:40 minutes (56.47 MB)

Larry Acosta: Rebuilding Healthy Self-Esteem in Urban Youth: UYWI 2006

UrbanMinistry.org — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:43:43 +0000

How can you be a voice of hope that that helps kids heal and overcome? Learn practical tools for helping kids grow beyond their pain, leading a ministry of affirmation, connecting youth to their identity in Christ, and counseling tips for overcoming low self esteem.

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74:31 minutes (68.23 MB)

Larry Acosta - Being a Leader Who Remains Solid at Heart - RELOAD 05-06

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:25:20 +0000

Let’s face it, urban leadership is a high calling, but a most difficult one at that! How can you continue to lead bold ministries among the challenges of the hood…without losing your own heart and soul in the process? How can you lead from a position of greater wholeness and health?
In this session, you will gain insights for:
•   Balancing life and ministry
•   Self-care and setting boundaries in singleness and marriage
•   Being a leader of character first, and
•   Learn the best practices for staying solid at heart.

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75:18 minutes (68.95 MB)

Larry Acosta - Youth Ministry, Relationships, and the Gospel- RELOAD 06-07

UrbanMinistry.org — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:25:41 +0000

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72:34 minutes (66.44 MB)

Larry Acosta, Noel Castellanos, Jeremy Del Rio, Kara Powell & Lina Thompson: Deep Justice In A Broken World: UYWI 2008

UrbanMinistry.org — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 19:26:20 +0000

When we look at the needs of our kids and cities, and we look at
God’s heart for righting wrongs with His mercy and grace, it’s pretty
clear that justice is on the top of God’s agenda for our ministries.
In this forum, you’ll have a chance to dialogue with several of the
writers and thinkers behind the highly acclaimed 2008 book, Deep
Justice in a Broken World, about how you and your ministry can
be even more involved in righting wrongs around you. From deep
theological issues to practical daily struggles, we’ll wrestle together
with tough questions until we pin down some answers that you can
use in your ministries back home.

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60:55 minutes (55.77 MB)

Larry Acosta - Learning Communities: How to Be a Lifelong Learner - UYWI 2005

UrbanMinistry.org — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 22:01:20 +0000

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79:58 minutes (73.23 MB)

Larry Acosta : Creating and Teaching a Great Seminar : UYWI 2004

UrbanMinistry.org — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 19:15:55 +0000

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48:29 minutes (44.39 MB)

Larry Acosta: Core Competencies of the Next Generation Urban Leader: UYWI 2008

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:56:35 +0000

What is in your leadership toolbox? What are the micro-skills that
Next Generation Urban Leaders need? This learnshop will clarify
the core competencies that will distinguish effective city-changing
leaders from the rest of the pack.

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53:11 minutes (48.7 MB)

Larry Acosta: Discover Your Leadership Identity and Capacity: CCDA 2009 Audio

UrbanMinistry.org — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:39:33 +0000

What is your current job description? How do your ministry responsibilities align with your calling, skills, spiritual gifts and natural talents? This workshop helps participants gain clarity about how they are wired by God and examines how their gifts, passion and team style can be leveraged for maximum Kingdom impact.

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74:14 minutes (67.97 MB)

CCDA 2002 - Larry Acosta: Saturday Evening Plenary

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:22:20 +0000

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20:23 minutes (23.33 MB)

UYWI 2009 Larry Acosta: Newsong Irvine

UrbanMinistry.org — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:09:57 +0000

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39:07 minutes (53.72 MB)