KING OF PRUSSIA, PA (ABNS 10/21/24)—American Baptist Home Mission Societies (ABHMS) invites active ministry professionals to register for Intercultural Preaching: The Preacher & the Praxis, a two-hour hybrid workshop designed to equip participants for work in racially and ethnically diverse contexts. Scheduled November 1 from 2-4 p.m. ET, this interactive learning experience will be led by the Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque, who is renowned for her dedication to fostering communities of inclusion. 

Sponsored by ABHMS’ Intercultural Ministries and hosted by the ABHMS Center for Continuous Learning (CCL), The Preacher & the Praxis is ideal for those who serve diverse congregations or regularly engage in guest preaching across various racial or cultural settings and seek to enhance their preaching practices and deepen their impact. 

Among the benefits that workshop participants will enjoy are: 

  • An inclusive environment that fosters mutual learning and respectful dialogue. 
  • Engaging presentations by Jacque, with additional insights from A.B.H.M.S. Intercultural Ministries staff. 
  • Practical tools and resources to support effective intercultural preaching. 
  • Activities that explore various preaching styles, including video analysis of sermons delivered by individuals from different cultural backgrounds. 
  • An opportunity to craft personal goals and practical strategies to advance them. 

A distinguished pastor, educator, and change agent, Jacque is known for inspiring people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. She holds a doctorate in theology from Boston University and has extensive experience serving in academic institutions and churches of many sizes and settings. Through her leadership in initiatives such as Courageous Conversations, she has demonstrated her dedication to addressing the challenges of a polarized world. 

Early bird pricing for the workshop is available through October 22, and registration closes on?October 31.

As space is limited, do not hesitate to secure your spot online at Intercultural Preaching: The Preacher & the Praxis

For information about other course offerings in the CCL portfolio, visit the CCL online.