Austin Equipping for Ministry

Thursday, November 2, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Central
Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ, 11908 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753 (map)
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Join us for fellowship, worship, and an encouraging word from Brad East as he speaks on “Ministry in a Digital Age: Crisis and Catechesis.” Church membership is in decline, everyone's hooked on screens, and young people aren't reading anything anymore, much less the Bible. How can ministers respond to the genuine crisis facing churches without being alarmist or despairing? This talk will focus on the real challenges, false solutions, and constructive opportunities available to church leaders today, starting with catechesis.

Our regional Equipping for Ministry gatherings aim to equip church leaders with tools for ministry, to provide them with times of fellowship and worship with other leaders, and to build ongoing relationships with other congregations in their area. All of these are so important during these difficult times, when so many church leaders feel alone, isolated, and frustrated.

Special Guest: Brad East

Brad East is associate professor of theology in the College of Biblical Studies at Abilene Christian University. He is the author of The Doctrine of Scripture (Cascade, 2021), The Church’s Book: Theology of Scripture in Ecclesial Context (Eerdmans, 2022), and The Church: A Guide to the People of God (Lexham, 2024). He earned his Ph.D. from Yale University. Brad and his wife, Katelin, have four children; they are members at Highland Church of Christ, where he is one of the teachers in the Sojourners class.

Who Should Come?

We design Equipping for Ministry gatherings primarily for ministers, elders, and other church leaders. However, we welcome all Christ-followers interested in vibrant churches and healthy church life.

Cost

We offer Equipping for Ministry at no charge to you. If you find it impactful and would like to help us continue offering events like this, as well as other resources for churches and Christian leaders, we appreciate donations of any size. Thank you!

Questions?

Contact Renee Paul with any questions about this event.