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Affinity Groups: What Would You Add?

I always enjoy those moments when I run across somebody that enjoys their job as much as I do. And there’s always a connection when you discover that you both work in the same field and that you are both Christians. There’s nothing like talking about one’s job with another believer who has the same vocation. If you are attending Next 2010, than get ready to meet a lot of people in your field. This year we will be taking one afternoon to hold what we call Affinity Groups. We’re really excited about the opportunity for you to meet people who love the Savior and who work in a field that is similar to yours.

We want your ideas! What Affinity Group would you like to see? We’ve had many suggestions (see below) and we’re looking forward to having many more.

Administrative church staff
Artists
Actors
Business
Doctors
Engineering
Graphic Designers
Journalism
Law Enforcement
Legal
Music
Non-Profit Worker
Nursing
Politics
Scientists
Teachers
Writers

So, what would you add to the list? You can submit your ideas HERE.

*Disclaimer* Our desire is to have as many groups as space permits. However, we may not be able to do all the groups above or ones yet to be submitted. Thank you for your understanding!

By Jessica Britt January 16, 2010 10 Comments

Tyler Minard Sat Jan 16, 2010 at 10:08 am

Computer IT/Programmers/(church PowerPoint writers) :D

Jessica Britt Sat Jan 16, 2010 at 10:38 am

Thanks for your idea, Tyler!
Would you do me a favor and click the link above. That will ensure the folks at Next actually get everyone’s ideas.

Tyler Minard Sat Jan 16, 2010 at 11:39 am

Done

Jessica Britt Sat Jan 16, 2010 at 12:04 pm

Thanks!

Lainey Sun Jan 17, 2010 at 7:30 am

Counselors? I long to see Christian counselors bringing glory to Christ in their profession and that they are also well-trained in theology so they would not be easily swayed by every new teaching in the professional field.

Johanna H Sun Jan 17, 2010 at 3:09 pm

Just sent one in.

Natasha Sun Jan 17, 2010 at 4:39 pm

I love the idea of Affinity Groups!

christina Wed Jan 20, 2010 at 9:31 pm

This will be cool…love the idea!

Kate Fri Feb 26, 2010 at 7:37 pm

So excited for the Affinity Groups - is there somewhere to signup beforehand or will it be at the conference?

Jessica Britt Sat Feb 27, 2010 at 8:57 am

Kate,
Thank you for asking! We will be posting something on the blog, with more details about the affinity groups nd how to sign up. Stay tuned!