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The Henry Center sponsors the Scripture & Ministry lectures, which feature distinguished Christian speakers addressing issues of crucial importance for relating Scripture and ministry. This series brings together Trinity Evangelical Divinity School faculty members, pastors and community members for a time of learning and fellowship. The relationship between theologians and practitioners calls for earnest efforts to bridge the gap that all too often divides them and to encourage mutually enriching collaboration in the gospel.
April 9, 2008 | Dr. Craig Blomberg
Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary
"Neither Poverty Nor Riches: On the North Shore? You Must Be Joking!"
What exactly does the Bible teach about material possessions? What does faithful New Testament stewardship entail, since it's not a tithe? What does generous, sacrificial giving look like in an area as wealthy as Chicago's North Shore-for individuals? for churches? for a seminary? Craig Blomberg doesn't pretend to have all the answers but he has lived here, gone to seminary here, and, more recently, studied and written a lot about a biblical theology of possessions, especially in his book, "Neither Poverty nor Riches" (Inter-Varsity Press, 1999), and in his Bible study guide for individuals and groups, "Heart, Soul and Money" (College Press, 2000). play audio, play video
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January 30, 2008 | Dr. Mark Dever
Senior Pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington, DC.
"Re-ordering Friendship, Love & Enmity: A Biblical Reflection on Church Membership"
Membership should reflect a living commitment to a local church in attendance, giving, prayer and service; otherwise it is meaningless, worthless, and even dangerous. What does the lack of church membership say to the rest of the world about the church? To be a member is knowingly to be traveling together as aliens and strangers in this world as we head to our heavenly home. Dr. Dever will explore church membership from a biblical and historical approach, touching on the most difficult issues, which keep many Americans from committing to church membership. play audio
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November 7, 2007 | Reverend David Jackman
President of the Proclamation Trust and Director of The Cornhill Training Course
“Our Business is Growing: Developing the Preacher and His Skills”
Biblical preaching needs to be fresh as well as faithful, if it is to nurture and equip church members to make a difference in their daily lives. But so often we, the preachers, are stuck in the concrete of old patterns and threadbare approaches. How can we keep growing as pastor-teachers? How can our preaching develop in depth and helpfulness? David Jackman will share some of the insights and methodologies developed in preaching seminars through the work of the Proclamation Trust, UK. play audio
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October 3, 2007 | Dr. George Yancey
Associate Professor of Sociology, University of North Texas
"Principles for Successful Multiracial Churches"
Why do we still worship in our own racial enclaves? How can we construct our churches in ways that will help us to draw people of different races? Is it possible to overcome much of the racial segregation that still troubles the greater Chicago area? George Yancey draws on his years of research of multiracial churches to offer some answers to these questions. He outlines the principles that these churches used in order to become racially diverse. He would love to help provide insight into how you can reach people of different races for your ministry as well. play audio
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March 21, 2007 | Dr. Robert J. Priest
Professor of Missions and Intercultural Studies, TEDS
“Short-term Missions and North American Congregations”
Every year an estimated 1.6 million US church members, supported by two or three billion dollars, travel abroad on short-term mission. Short-term missions is changing the face ministry within North American congregations, and is changing the way in which Christians from the two-thirds world build strategic links to resources in the West. There remains a pressing need to think through this phenomenon and how best to carry out short-term missions.
February 7, 2007 | Dr. Steve Seamands
Professor of Christian Doctrine, Asbury Seminary
"The Trinitarian Shape of Pastoral Ministry"
When we truly grasp that the ministry into which we have been called is "the ministry of Jesus Christ, to the Father, through the Holy Spirit for the sake of the Church and the world," it tranforms our perception of who we are and has significant implications for our practice. Discover how the Trinitarian shape of ministry can establish, challenge and inspire your pastoral vocation. play audio
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November 1, 2006 | Dr. Quentin Schultze
Professor of Communication Arts and Science, Calvin College
"Beyond the Digital Rat Race: Using Technology Wisely in Our Lives, Work, and Churches"
All of us are burdened with desires and demands to expand our technical abilities and to push for greater use of information and communication technologies in our daily lives. Yet the temptations to overuse and misuse technologies are evident all around us. How can we equip ourselves, our families, and our congregations to use email, PowerPoint, cell phones, instant messaging, personal Web sites, and other technologies appropriately? play audio
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CHURCH PARTNERSHIP SERIES
October 17, 2007 | Dr. Kevin J. Vanhoozer
Research Professor of Systematic Theology, TEDS
"Multiplying Doctrine in the Church"
EFCA's Great Lakes District Annual Conference, Evangelical Free Church of Naperville, IL
This series focused on the concern that doctrine is fast becoming an endangered species in many churches. Dr. Vanhoozer explored ways to revitalize the theological imagination to the glory of God, and offered practical suggestions for pastors aimed at preserving this important part of the congregational ecosystem.
February 23, 2007 | Dr. Stephen Roy
December 5, 2006 | Dr. Stephen Roy
