Events - Coming Soon!

Check the Holston online calendar for a full listing of future events.

August:

Reaching People Under 40- the Do’s the Dont’s and the Why’s

August 3 Online 0.1 CEUs

Join Rachel Gilmore for this webinar where we can explore principles that we find in Scripture and current research that can help us effectively reach those under 40 in our communities right now.

Helping Others Grow through Their Grieving

August 7 - September 9 Online 1.0 CEUs

The 4-week course will share a book study based on Understanding Your Grief by Alan D. Wolfelt, PhD, an educator and grief counselor who has written 50 books on grieving. Learners will share their experiences of counseling the grieving as they study the insights and lived experience of Dr Wolfelt, through his book.

Practices to Grow the Mission of the Small Church

August 10 Online 0.1 CEUs

Small churches are not “downsized” versions of large churches. What works for the megachurch might not work for the smaller church. This session is focused on churches with 25, 50, or 100 in attendance. Blake Bradford and Kay Kotan, authors of Mission Possible, will be focused on your congregation and your mission.

Religion and Science: Pathways to Truth

August 14 - October 16 Online 2.0 CEUs

Dr. Francis S. Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health, hosts this groundbreaking series in which several leading scientists, theologians, and philosophers explore the contrasts and similarities between religion and science. This group of experts considers if and how religion and science might coexist and even complement one another in the 21st century.

Preaching from the Gospel of John

August 16 Online 0.1 CEUs

During this session, Charles Maynard , author of A Storyteller Looks at the Gospel of John , will offer insights on sharing the Gospel of John and offer examples of tips to use storytelling while preaching from the gospel.

Creative Worship Conference

August 18-19

Cokesbury UMC, Knoxville 1.0 CEUs

The 2023 Holston Creative Worship Conference is a Worship Together gathering of pastors, worship leaders, choir directors and folks who love designing worship. Spend the day with creative worship specialist, author, and worship coach Jason Moore in an event designed for churches of all sizes, budgets and means. The Creative Worship Conference is filled with ideas that any church can implement.

Doing Ministry in Innovative Ways:

Casting our nets on the right side of the boat

August 29 Online 0.1 CEUs

As the nation continues to navigate through various disruptions, it’s critical that we are willing to do ministry in uncertain, uncommon and unconformable manner. If you expect to experience amazing things in your ministry, Dr. Michael Bowie, Jr. dares you to begin making shifts. During this session, our leader will share steps and ideas about how we can lead our congregations to cast nets on the other side of the boat, creating enthusiasm and ministry in ways unimagined before.

Time Management Group Coaching Program for Clergy

August 28 - November 19 Online 1.2 CEUs

Are you feeling overwhelmed in your days? Is self-care something you seek, but can't find the time for it? Do you have flexibility in your schedule, but are too exhausted to enjoy it?

Many of us work in our field because we have a passion, but that doesn’t change the amount of hours we have in each day. This experience will teach you to be more productive in your work while being more present in your days.

(See recommendations from Brooke Hartman and Troy Forrester.)

September:

Church Leadership Certificate Program

September 7 - May 16, 2024 Online 1-5 CEUs (One per course)

Designed as an equivalent to an executive leadership program, the Lewis Center Church Leadership Certificate Program delivers an online, cohort-based l earning experience for pastors combining self-study and interactive peer learning.

Participants will learn strategic actionable insights that enhance their ability to be effective in their ministry settings. The program includes five courses over the course of a year that help pastors explore visioning, administration, stewardship, innovation, and building key partnerships