“One [person] with courage is a majority.” —Thomas Jefferson (1743 – 1826), primary author of the Declaration of Independence; 3rd President of the United States (Quotations of Thomas Jefferson, p. 10). Questions for reflection: what kind of communication requires you to be courageous? How do you prepare for it?
A Prayer for Refreshment, Saint Augustine, 4th Century
For Refreshment O Lord our God, under the shadow of Thy wings let us hope. Thou wilt support us, both when little, and even to gray hairs. When our 50strength is of Thee, it is strength; but, when our own, it is feebleness. We return unto Thee, O Lord, that from their weariness our souls may rise towards Thee, leaning on …
Introducing CCSN’s Newest Senior Fellow, Geri Forsberg
Introducing CCSN’s Newest Senior Fellow, Geri E. Forsberg (PhD, New York University). Dr. Forsberg has shared the Good News of Jesus Christ with professors since 1991. After completing her doctorate at New York University, Geri taught at Trinity Western University and traveled to university campuses throughout North America to speak to professors. Not only does she teach in the English …
Monday, June 30 Workshop, still time to register, Faith, Community, and Student Life
[Return to main workshops/conferences 2025 page] Lead Presenters/Facilitators: Brandon Knight, Assistant Professor of Speech Communication, William Carey University; Elaine V. Fung, Regent University Additional Presenters: David Dockery, Texas A&M; Candace Saunders-Grewe, Regent University; Ines Petrovic García, Regent University; David Enns, Liberty University Date/Time: Monday, June 30, 2025 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: In this …
Thursday, June 26 Workshop, still time to register, Digital Wisdom in Christian Formation: Bridging Church and Campus
[Return to main workshops/conferences 2025 page] Lead Presenters/Facilitators: Garrett Gerhart, Life Bible Fellowship Church; Dr. Stacey Gerhart, Hope International University Date/Time: Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Today’s Christian leaders face unprecedented challenges in fostering spiritual formation in an increasingly digital world. Whether in church ministry or higher education, the question …
Wednesday, June 25 Workshop, still time to register, Academic Play: How Games Can Be a Part of Your University Curriculum
[Return to main workshops/conferences 2025 page] Lead Presenter/Facilitator: Kevin Schut, Trinity Western University Additional Presenters: Brad Hickey (Dordt University), David Dockery, Texas A & M University Date/Time: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Games often have a bad reputation in educated and Christian circles: time wasters, violent, and addictive, depending on …
Quote of the Week, Reading, by Oswald Chambers
It is impossible to read too much, but always keep before you why you read. Remember that “the need to receive, recognize, and rely on the Holy Spirit” is before all else. —Oswald Chambers, Approved Unto God, 11 L (Amazon Associates Link) Questions for reflection: how do you rely on the Holy Spirit in your reading? Your scholarship? Your teaching?
June 26th Workshop, Digital Wisdom in Christian Formation: Bridging Church and Campus
[Return to main workshops/conferences 2025 page] Lead Presenters/Facilitators: Garrett Gerhart, Life Bible Fellowship Church; Dr. Stacey Gerhart, Hope International University Date/Time: Thursday, June 26, 2025 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Today’s Christian leaders face unprecedented challenges in fostering spiritual formation in an increasingly digital world. Whether in church ministry or higher education, the question …
June 25th Workshop, Still time to register, Academic Play: How Games Can Be a Part of Your University Curriculum
[Return to main workshops/conferences 2025 page] Lead Presenter/Facilitator: Kevin Schut, Trinity Western University Additional Presenters: Brad Hickey (Dordt University), David Dockery, Texas A & M University Date/Time: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: Games often have a bad reputation in educated and Christian circles: time wasters, violent, and addictive, depending on …
Still time to register, June 23 Workshop, Pastor Theologian as Communicator (Pastor, Pew, and Public Workshop Series)
[Return to main workshops/conferences 2025 page] Lead Facilitator: Brandon Knight, Assistant Professor of Speech Communication, William Carey University Additional Presenters: Kevin J. Vanhoozer; Rick Langer, Biola University; Tim Muehlhoff, Biola University; Jim Beitler, Wheaton College; Andy Baker, Lead Pastor, FBC Oloh Date/Time: Monday, June 23, 2025 | 11:30 am – 3:00 pm EDT REGISTER HERE Description: How can pastors be …
