At various points in the seminary calendar, the Center sponsors symposia in which we consider issues related to the theological and intellectual life of the TEDS community. These discussions, which take shape from a presentation, lecture, or question-and-answer session, allow the Center to supplement its regular programmatic calendar with opportunities to sponsor conversation based in the thought-life trends of the seminary. These resources, while occasional in nature, contribute to the Center’s mission by stimulating thought and conversation and by bringing together, students, staff and faculty for mutual exchange of wisdom.
Past Events
April 15, 2010 | Fostering Biblical Preaching Movements: A Conversation
Led by Greg Scharf, chair of the Pastoral Ministry department at TEDS, this conversation featured David Jackman of Proclamation Trust, David Helm of Simeon Trust, and Todd Kelly of Leadership Resources International. Along with Greg Scharf, who is affiliated with Langham Preaching, each of the participants began with a brief presentation on the movement they lead and how it contributes to the spread of biblical preaching. Thereafter, attendees contributed to a lively question-and-answer discussion with the presenters in the mold of the Center’s Timothy Series events.
April 12, 2010 | Apologetics Beyond the Pew: A Conversation for the Church with Ravi Zacharias and Friends
The Henry Center sponsored this special event with global evangelist Ravi Zacharias in ATO Chapel on the TEDS campus. Entitled “Apologetics Beyond the Pew: A Conversation for the Church with Ravi Zacharias and Friends”, the event covered how Christians can carry out faithful apologetics beyond the walls of the church building.
After opening remarks by TIU President Craig Williford, Dr. Zacharias was joined by Scott Chapman of The Chapel (Grayslake) and John Njoroge of RZIM. Following the conversation, questions were fielded from those in attendance.
The event was free and open to the public. It was also webcasted live for an international audience. The Henry Center was pleased to sponsor this event, which came on the heels of a special service on the same day announcing the formation of a special partnership between TIU and RZIM. Dr. Zacharias’s chapel message is also posted below.
Conversation | Audio | Video
Chapel Message | Audio | Video
March 17, 2010 | Lausanne Conversation on Global Christianity and Cultural Engagement
On March 17, 2010, in partnership with Lausanne 2010, the Henry Center hosted a conversation on global Christianity and cultural engagement in ATO Chapel on the campus of Trinity International University. The conversation featured such leading evangelical thinkers as Tite Tienou of TEDS, Doug Birdsall (Executive Chairman of Lausanne), Andy Crouch of Christianity Today, Bethany Hoang of International Justice Mission, and Peter Cha of TEDS. Skye Jethani of Leadership Journal, who moderated the discussion.
Trinity was one of a select group of locations for Lausanne gatherings, which also included New York City, Boston, and Pasadena.
October 14-16, 2009 | Gospel Growth = People Growth Conference
Sponsored by Matthias Media and held at TEDS, this conference explored the paradigm shifts that need to occur in our ecclesial thinking if we are going to build ministry around people, not programs. Featured speakers include D. A. Carson, Mark Dever, Philip Jensen, and Tony Payne.
April 23, 2009 | Piper-Carson Event on the Pastor and Theologian
April 24, 2008 | Collin Hansen – Young, Restless, and Reformed: A Discussion
On Monday, April 24, the Center hosted a discussion between Center Director Dr. Doug Sweeney and TEDS M.Div. student Collin Hansen on the subject of Hansen’s recently published book, Young, Restless, Reformed: A Journalist’s Journey with the New Calvinists (Crossway, 2008). Sweeney discussed with Hansen the trends captured in the book and offered reflection on contemporary theological movements. The conversation was continued by audience Q&A.
Discussion – April 24, 2008 | play audio, play video
