Mixed Methods Preaching Conference
METHOD MATTERS:
THE INAUGURAL MIXED METHODS PREACHING CONFERENCE
The Mixed Methods Preaching Conference introduces and refreshes the practice of time-tested preaching fundamentals by exposing conference attendees to different preaching methods. Through a serious and critical exploration of Womanist, Narrative, and Expository preaching methods, we foster an environment that uplifts the importance of preaching method, helps preachers love their preaching, and preach their best.
The conference features preaching and lecturing by distinguished preachers and homiletical method instruction plus preaching opportunities in a facilitated small group preaching lab.
We explore preaching methods through the awesome knowledge and distinguished preaching experience of Dr. Teresa Fry Brown, Dr. Otis Moss, Jr., and Dr. Charlie Dates, plus the teaching gifts and preaching expertise of the inaugural PhD Cohort at Christian Theological Seminary.
It is our desire to help anyone who wants to improve their preaching regardless of degree, title, size of church, or denomination. If you want to get better, this is the conference for you. Method Matters!
Conference Location
Join us in Indianapolis Indiana for an engaging and first-of-its kind conference. Participants will experience the campus, hospitality, teaching and ministry environment of Light of the World Christian Church and Christian Theological Seminary. Facilities are just 5 miles from downtown Indianapolis and conveniently accessed from I-465, I-70 and I-74.
Pricing
The Inaugural Mixed Methods Preaching Conference experience is available for a limited number of participants to maximize the learning experience.
Registration for the conference has closed.
You may still register for the Pre-Conference luncheon. Please email phdprogram@cts.edu to be added to a waiting list for the conference.
Accommodations
Drury Plaza Hotel Indianapolis/Carmel
9625 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46290
317-587-2701
www.druryhotels.com
DRURY CONFERENCE DISCOUNT: ID#2381210
Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown/Union Station
123 W. Louisiana St.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
317-631-2221
www.crownplazaindydowntown.com
Contact Us
Mixed Methods Preaching Conference Information
Alilah Williams
aliwilliams@cts.edu
317-931-2307
PhD Program in African American Preaching and Sacred Rhetoric
phdprogram@cts.edu
317-931-2319
Hourly Schedule
Day 1: September 9, 2019
- 11:00am - 4:00pm
- Conference Registration throughout the Day
- The Conference provides attendees exposure and interaction with homiletics preachers and teachers plus accomplished Conference Faculty. The Conference offers three sermons, lectures on preaching, and a small group preaching lab.
- 11:30am - 1:30pm
- Pre-Conference Luncheon
- Featuring Guest Speaker Rev. Dr. Freddy Haynes, speaking on Social Justice and offering insight and reflections about scripture, the streets, his latest book and more.
- 2:30pm - 3:30pm
- Opening Remarks
- Welcome, Gratitude & Opening Remarks by Rev. Dr. Frank A. Thomas plus Preaching Lecture Overview (Defining Narrative, Womanist and Expository Preaching). We give special thanks to the Christian Theological Seminary for their unwavering support.
- 3:30pm - 3:45pm
- Break
- 3:45pm - 5:45pm
- Preaching Lab One
- Small Group Introductions
- 5:45pm - 7:00pm
- Free Time
- 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- Narrative Preaching with Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, Jr.
Day 2: September 10, 2019
- 8:00am - 9:00am
- Morning Registration & Continental Breakfast
- 9:00am - 9:15am
- Prayer/Centering Moment
- 9:15am - 11:00am
- Narrative Preaching Lecture with Rev. Dr. Otis Moss, Jr
- 11:00am - 1:30pm
- Networking/Lunch Break – On Your own
- 1:30pm - 5:00pm
- Preaching Lab Two
- Small Group Work Session
- 5:00pm - 5:30pm
- Break
- 5:30pm - 6:30pm
- Onsite Reception
- 6:30pm - 7:00pm
- Break
- 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- Womanist Preaching with Rev. Dr. Teresa L. Fry Brown
Day 3: September 11, 2019
- 8:00am - 9:00am
- Morning Registration & Continental Breakfast
- 9:00am - 9:15am
- Prayer/Centering Moment
- 9:15am - 11:00am
- Womanist Preaching Lecture and Q/A with Rev. Dr. Teresa L. Fry Brown
- 11:00am - 1:30pm
- Lunch with special CTS Chapel Service at 11:30AM
- Rev. Dr. Brianna K. Parker preaching in Chapel Service; Luncheon Speaker Rev. Dr. Charlie Edward Dates
- 1:30pm - 5:00pm
- Preaching Lab Three
- Small Group Work Session and Q/A (Lab Break 3:30PM – 4:00PM)
- 5:00pm - 5:30pm
- Break
- 5:30pm - 7:00pm
- Catered Dinner/Jam Session
- 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- Expository Preaching with Dr. Charlie Edward Dates
Day 4: September 12, 2019
- 8:45am - 9:00am
- Prayer/Centering Moment
- 9:00am - 10:30am
- Expository Preaching Questions/Answers
- 10:30am - 11:00am
- Break
- 11:00am - 12:00pm
- Preaching Lab Instructions
- Box Lunch
- 12:00pm - 3:00pm
- Preaching Evaluation
- 7 minute sermon demonstrations with evaluation of sermon for each participant
- 3:00pm - 3:30pm
- Closing Remarks with Rev. Dr. Frank A. Thomas, Founding Director
