Cape Town GlobaLink
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GlobaLink is the term used to identify remote sites around the world that will participate in Cape Town 2010. A GlobaLink site is a seminary, Bible school, theological institution, mission organization or church that participates remotely in the Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization. Registered GlobaLink sites will be able to be involved in the Congress in three specific ways:
Each registered GlobaLink site will be able to personalize their own programme and schedule using resources provided by Lausanne. Some of these resources include advance copies of key documents in the months leading up to the Congress, programming models and options, video and audio streaming of Congress events and specialized tools for interacting with the Cape Town Congress and other GlobaLink sites. Click on a topic below for specific details:
Next Steps in Becoming a GlobaLink Site If you have more questions or are ready to apply to become a GlobaLink site, click on the link below: Filling out the short contact form does not obligate you in any way financially or administratively. Our GlobaLink office will then be in contact with you to answer your questions or to give you the specific details on how to register. Contact Information for GlobaLink You can email us with questions at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The director of the GlobaLink aspect of Cape Town 2010 is Lawrence Russell and the GlobaLink registrar is Lisa. More information about Cape Town 2010 and GlobaLink will be added to the website in the days and months ahead. That website address is www.capetown2010.com. What Happens After Our Group Registers? Registered GlobaLink sites will begin receiving monthly email updates beginning in November 2009. As well, registered GlobaLink sites will be provided log-in information for the GlobaLink Network Website. This website will have resource materials, advance copies of conference schedules, and access to specialized materials developed for GlobaLink participants. Key Dates for Cape Town 2010 and GlobaLink October 2009 The “Global Conversation” on critical world issues begins. October 16-25, 2010 The Congress convenes in Cape Town, South Africa and GlobaLink sites worldwide. October 26 and beyond Opportunities for additional consultation, collaboration, and partnership will be developed following the Congress. Ways to Participate as a GlobaLink Site There are three ways to participate as a GlobaLink site.
Cape Town 2010 and GlobaLink are being developed not merely as a one-time event, but as an ongoing process. This process includes identifying key issues facing the church, creating forums for the discussion of these issues, and then moving forward in action and humble collaboration as the body of Christ. Participation in GlobaLink Prior to the CT2010 Congress In the year prior to the Congress (starting in November 2009), specialized resources will be available for registered GlobaLink sites. This will include:
Free Registration for GlobaLink Sites No registration fee will be charged for approved GlobaLink sites. Lausanne - Cape Town 2010 would recommend, however, that each participating institution make a donation to help with the costs. As you can imagine, it is expensive to set up the technological, administrative, and programming systems for GlobaLink. More information regarding guidance on making a donation will be provided on the GlobaLink registration site. GlobaLink Technology Requirements Cape Town 2010 truly will be a world congress as four thousand participants gather in Cape Town, South Africa and thousands more come together at GlobaLink sites around the world. How will this happen and what technology will we need at our GlobaLink site? First, let’s answer the question of how the technology will connect Cape Town with the GlobaLink sites. All the connections to Cape Town will happen through Internet connections. This type of connection has been selected instead of satellite links for two reasons: more GlobaLink sites can participate using normal Internet connections and the costs will be significantly lower to participate. Every GlobaLink site will need to have access to the Internet in order to stream the available live video or to download video, audio, or document files. Those sites with faster broadband connections will be able to access higher resolution video (in some cases hi-def). However, the system is being designed so that those with slower Internet access can access and download the materials in a lower resolution format. Registered GlobaLink sites will be issued a log-in for the Cape Town 2010 GlobaLink website. This website will be designed especially for GlobaLink groups and will contain pre-conference materials, documents, audio files, video files and live video streaming of some of the Cape Town events. Each registered GlobaLink site will be provided Internet “tools” to give feedback to the Cape Town Congress. This feature will help GlobaLink sites to interact with the Congress rather than just observe the Congress. Inviting and Registering Local Participants Your GlobaLink group will be responsible for inviting and registering the individuals attending your local GlobaLink site. Whether your group is a seminary, Bible school, church, or mission organization, you will need to decide whom to invite and how to invite them to your GlobaLink event. Every GlobaLink site is encouraged to invite individual leaders in their own geographical area. GlobaLink sites should invite leaders outside their own “built in” group. For instance, a seminary is encouraged not only to invite those from their school but also other leaders from local churches and ministries. Registered GlobaLink sites will be provided materials that can be used to promote Cape Town 2010 GlobaLink. These materials may be modified as needed. They can then be distributed in printed form, as part of an email invitation, or as part of an organizational website. In the year leading up to the Congress, more detailed information will be released. We would suggest you begin promoting the Congress immediately, since the Global Conversation on key issues begins online in October 2009, a year in advance of the Congress. GlobaLink Site Set-Up Responsibilities Each local GlobaLink vary in set-up responsibilities based on the size of the group and how much volunteer support is available. The following is a list of several of the main responsibilities of each participating GlobaLink:
Options for Local GlobaLink Programming Each local GlobaLink site will be allowed to choose the programming that best suits its needs. The Cape Town 2010 GlobaLink team will provide programming models and materials; however, it will be up to each local site to create a local programme. Because of the variations in time zones between Cape Town, South Africa and local GlobaLink sites, adjustments in the local scheduling will need to be made. The detailed schedule of Cape Town events will be published in March 2010. GlobaLink International Leadership Chairman Dr. Victor Nakah, Theological College of Zimbabwe, Africa Vice-Chair Dr. Manfred Kohl, Overseas Council, Canada Vice-Chair Dr. Douglas Pennoyer, Biola, USA Director Rev. Lawrence Russell, Lausanne, USA A word from the Chairman of GlobaLink, Dr. Victor Nakah
“I believe that GlobaLink will be a great opportunity for us to join together as a part of the body of Christ to consider the key issues facing our world. I would strongly encourage you to register your school, church, or mission organization as a GlobaLink site.”
A word from the Executive Chair of Lausanne, S. Douglas Birdsall
“Our theme for Cape Town 2010 will be “God in Christ, reconciling the world to himself” (2 Corinthians 5:19). I believe that Cape Town 2010 will help the Church of this generation to understand our times and become more effective in world evangelization.”
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GlobaLink Brochure - Arabic (A4 size)
