Penetrating Prayer Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 (NIV) In the early 1970s, two psychologists studied how individuals grew closer to each other in interpersonal relationships. They believed the key to developing a deeper interpersonal relationship was self-disclosure. Like the layers of an …
A Prayer for Help and Comfort, by Howard Snyder and Richard Rohr
Lord Jesus, I come to you for help and comfort just now. I sense my profound need of you. Wash me anew in your grace. Live in me by your Spirit, that I may have strength to serve you with faith and joy, I pray. Amen. * * * It feels so insignificant, and yet this is the …
Vlog entry, Discerning and Listening Skills, with Stephanie Bennett
Description: [in this episode] Is there a tool in our communication treasure chest that can help us feel more confident and steady in our faith? Yes, indeed! It is not a one-size-fits-all way of gaining the Lord’s guidance, but it is a way to gain spiritual muscle, and that way is called discernment. We learn to “walk in the Spirit” as …
Upcoming Workshop, Practicing a Theatrical Hermeneutic in Teaching, Preaching, and Performance
Return to Workshop and Conference Home Page Title: Practicing a Theatrical Hermeneutic in Teaching, Preaching, and Performance Presenters/Facilitators: Paul Patton, PhD, Professor Emeritus of Communication and Theater, Spring Arbor University; David Denis, Pastor, United Baptist Church, Concord, New Hampshire Date/Time: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: This workshop introduces an often-forgotten way …
Upcoming Workshop, Practicing Professional Civility: Communication Ethics in the Workplace, with Janie Harden Fritz
Return to Workshop and Conference Home Page Title: Practicing Professional Civility: Communication Ethics in the Workplace Presenter/Facilitator: Janie Harden Fritz, PhD, Professor of Communication and Rhetorical Studies, Duquesne University Date/Time: Wednesday, July 26, 2023 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: How can we communicate with others in the workplace in ways that support productivity and human flourishing? …
Upcoming Workshop, Pastor, Pew, and Public: Preaching Faithfully and Persuasively to a Diverse and Divided Public
Return to Workshop and Conference Home Page Title: Pastor, Pew, and Public: Preaching Faithfully and Persuasively to a Diverse and Divided Public Lead Facilitator/Presenter: Brandon Knight, PhD, MDiv, William Carey University Keynote Presenters: Tim Muehlhoff, PhD, Biola University; Jim Shaddix, PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary Date/Time: Friday, July 21, 2023 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EST REGISTER HERE Description: How can …
Upcoming Workshop, Teaching Diversity and Social Justice in Christian Higher Education, with John Hatch and Theon Hill
Return to Workshop and Conference Home Page Title: Teaching Diversity and Social Justice in Christian Higher Education Lead Presenters/Facilitators: John Hatch, PhD (Eastern University, retired; CCSN Senior Fellow), and Theon Hill, PhD (Wheaton College) Date/Time: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 | 11:30-3:00 pm EST REGISTER HERE Description: How can instructors disarm the defensiveness felt by some students when class material confronts …
Upcoming Workshop, Strategic Leadership for Christian Higher Education Administrators: (1) Having Difficult Conversations, and (2) Onboarding New Faculty
Return to Workshop and Conference Home Page Title: Strategic Leadership for Christian Higher Education Administrators: (1) Having Difficult Conversations, and (2) Onboarding New Faculty Lead Facilitator/Presenter: Kevin Schut, PhD, Trinity Western University Presenter: Tim Muehlhoff, PhD, Biola University Roundtable Discussants: Sarah Drivdahl, Northwest University; Melinda Stephens, Geneva College; Diane Badzinski, Colorado Christian University; Tom Carmody, Vanguard University; Ken Waters, Pepperdine University; Dorie Shelby, …
Upcoming Workshop, Strategies for Cultivating a Writing and Publishing Agenda while Teaching Full-time, with Robert Woods
Return to Workshop and Conference Home Page Title: Strategies for Cultivating a Writing and Publishing Agenda while Teaching Full-time Presenter/Facilitator: Robert Woods, PhD (CCSN Executive Director, Visiting Scholar, Trinity Western University) Date/Time: Wednesday, June 21, 2023 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Faculty and administrators in Christian higher education who desire to write and publish are …
Editorial Services Available, and more
We often get requests for information about reliable editors who can support your individual and group publishing efforts. Below is a description of one such editor, Dr. Lois Olena, former AGTS Professor, who might be a good fit for your needs–especially if you are looking to turn a dissertation into a book. She can work with other projects as well. …