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Spiritual Struggle and Resilience: Critical Trends for Pastoral Care

19 May 2025 | Stephen Greggo

Pastors and Christian ministry leaders can strategically tap into the extensive contemporary empirical research into spiritual resiliency and struggle to forge a framework to further member care and formation. Specifically, six patterns of faith-diminishing spiritual struggle have been identified (Divine, Demonic, Moral imperfection, Interpersonal, Doubt, and Ultimate Meaning). Given the pluralistic assumptions of this research, a translation into Christian worldview is offered.

The Role of the Evangelist

18 May 2025 | Jubi Alves da Silva Filho

What does it mean to be an evangelist? What are some common misconceptions about evangelism? In this talk, we consider what Scripture has to say about the crucial work of evangelists.

How to Keep Going as an Evangelist

18 May 2025 | Rico Tice

How do we self-lead, when we know that sin, the world, and the devil want to destroy us? This session seeks to put in place some principles for our daily walk that enable us to establish the golden chain of ministry: sin, grace, joy, discipleship, evangelism and training. So we'll think about how we look in the mirror to our own hearts before we look out the window to the world.

Radical Hospitality: Room at the Table for One More

19 May 2025 | Vlada Stojanovic

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.” (Revelation 3:20, ESV) In the diverse and complex environment of 21st-Century mission, the table becomes a powerful, yet simple symbol of God’s hospitality and a place of reconciliation.

Healthy Church, Strong Ministry: Biblical Keys to Growth and Renewal

21 May 2025 | Scott Poling

Learn key biblical principles that will set the stage for God to work, bringing health, vibrancy and renewal to your church and ministry. No matter the size or setting, this practical biblical strategy helps you evaluate the strengths of your church as well as assess the challenges that may be hindering it.

True to the Way Things Are: Understanding Human Existence in a Created World

19 May 2025 | Stefan Gustavsson

What does it mean to be human in a created world? Or to be a human created in the image and likeness of the Creator? And even more: what does it mean to be a fallen creature? In this big-picture lecture, we explore the biblical anthropology in relationship to our experience of being human, with all the struggles and tensions it entails. And we explore the differences the Gospel makes for our understanding of human life.

Stages of Christian Psychospiritual Growth

21 May 2025 | Eric Johnson

Many exemplary Christians over the centuries have offered a model of psychospiritual growth, including such luminaries as Augustine, Bernard of Clairvaux, Thomas Aquinas, and John Newton. Building on the main themes and wisdom of their models, and incorporating some insights from contemporary psychology, we reflect together on God’s design plan in psychospiritual development across the lifespan and whether it follows a stage pattern.

Unleashing the Power of Music in Ministry

19 May 2025 | Angela MacKenzie

Experience the transformative power of music in worship! Its captivating melodies not only deepen faith but also create profound connections with God, igniting our spirits in joyful praise. In this session, we discuss the biblical foundation of our music, evaluate the ranges of emotional expression, examine the unity of collective worship, and look at the rich heritage of Christian music.

Preparing to Defend Your Christian Faith in Today’s Hostile Environment

20 May 2025 | Pasi Turunen

In today’s world, Christians are bombarded by questions on difficult topics ranging from same-sex marriage to bioethics to suffering to God’s existence. Each encounter is different. How can we overcome nervousness so that we don’t “freeze” when the moment comes? How do we present our case in a hostile environment effectively? In this practical session, we explore biblical strategies, the power of prayer, real-life examples, and helpful tips that come from decades of experience. The goal is to help ordinary Christians lovingly and prayerfully defend their faith in any public setting.

Made in God’s Image: What A.I. Can (and Can’t) Tell Us About Ourselves

19 May 2025 | Rodica Mocan

The Bible teaches that humans are made in God’s image (Imago Dei), giving us creativity, intelligence, and moral responsibility. Technology, in many ways, reflects this—helping us extend our abilities and solve problems. But what happens when artificial intelligence starts to show creativity, make decisions, and even imitate human thought? Does this challenge our understanding of what it means to be made in God’s image? This session explores how AI is shaping the world and what it means for faith. How should Christians think about these advancements?

Effective Fundraising Communication through Storytelling

17 May 2026 | Keith Ogorek

In this seminar, we discuss principles you can apply to both the message and layout of your fundraising communications to be more effective at connecting with an audience, helping them understand the need and how they can respond. We look at some real-world examples of how the principles have been applied and the results they generated, as well as suggest how you can plan to be more effective.

Effective Fundraising Communication through Keeping a Promise

17 May 2026 | Keith Ogorek

In this seminar, we discuss principles you can apply to both the message and layout of your fundraising communications to be more effective at connecting with an audience, helping them understand the need and how they can respond. We look at some real-world examples of how the principles have been applied and the results they generated, as well as suggest how you can plan to be more effective.