Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "In many ways, the events of 9-11 have challenged our perceptions of the world, including our notions of faith and nation. The relationship between church and nation has long been a topic of discussion among those of the Stone-Campbell tradition. Our panelists will help us think about the issue in light of the world we live in today."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "In many ways, the themes of John's gospel are unique and compelling. Three theologians read the Gospel of John to see what it has to say about truth, trinity and salvation."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Music has long held a mysterious ability to sound shadowy or brilliant, but what are the theological implications of this ability as it relates to sacred music? A panel of theology and music faculty from ACU will discuss this issue by using specific examples of works to be performed by the ACU A Cappella Chorus concert later this evening."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Do you feel left behind by the "left behind" movement? It is sometimes hared to sort out all the theories about the end times. This class is a look ahead that might encourage you."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Our heritage was once known as a unity movement of people who wanted to be Christians only. Somewhere along the way that goal was lost. Can it be recaptured? Two preachers from different streams or our movement think it can, and think the time to say and do so is now."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 3:15 PM at Abilene Christian University: "No one would deny the importance placed in Scripture on the unity of Christ's followers. Yet the reality of division is stark. How can churches concerned with fulfilling Christ's prayer for unity actually live within it? A panel of leaders will pursue this important question."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What if we could use some of the pictures of the ministry of Jesus to shape how we view our marriages? Beyond rules and roles, this class hopes that we can see our marriages in the stories of Jesus."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "William Law describes prayer as an ascent, "the rising of the soul out of the vanity of time into the riches of eternity." This class will explore some practical ways in which prayer might be more than an empty ritual, and become journey into spiritual places of wonder and power."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Why are so many of our young people leaving our churches? In this session, three generations of a "CofC" family explore questions like these, and in doing so, explore the dynamics of tradition, commitment, truth, inheritance, love, trust and faith."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Congregationally produced drama and film can help make modern Bible applications. "Jennifer's Gift" is an example of a short film designed for today's study of the "Widow's Offering" in Mark 12:41-44. A look at production, lessons and teaching."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 3:15 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Can the church balance her commitment to love a broken world along with her commitment to holy living? In an interdisciplinary conversation, a psychologist, historian, theologian, literature professor, and minister explore how achieving this balance may be more difficult than any of us had imagined."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Pilate's question for Jesus echoes through the ages into our day. Is Pilate a pre-modern postmodernist? These classes will discuss the claims about truth in John's Gospel and in our current culture."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class is designed to show the free agency of grace and how its purpose is to transform the lives of people. Time will also be given to how grace works in the context of the church's culture."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The Gospel of John presents the preacher with both unique and exalted themes for preaching. What relationship does the preacher and the sermon have with the "Word that became flesh?""

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "These four - a counselor, social worker, children's minister, and English professor - discuss what it is like to live prayerfully with John 3:16 in relation to the worlds they inhabit. Lectio divina meets our world."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How can the church rediscover its mission, hold together and not forget its identity in such disorienting times? The book of Acts provides us with stories of God's work in a similarly disorienting time of rapid change for the church. As we reflect on these stories, we gain guidance to help us continue the story of Jesus within a rapidly changing world."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 3:15 PM at Abilene Christian University: "It's easy to think of prophets, apostles, or even present day ministers as being called to the work of God in the world. But what about accountants, carpenters or airline attendants? This panel will discuss how to think of our work as calling from God."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The gospel demands that human boundaries be dissolved for the sake of God's kingdom. This class explores effective ways of defining, facing and enjoying the rewards of crossing ethnic and cultural differences."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "For so many, the names of Brecheen and Faulkner are synonymous with marriage enrichment. As we honor their ministry, come and celebrate marriage, both its power and possibilities."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The Sunset church in Springfield, MO., has planted two churches in the past six years and is looking toward a third. Learn of the challenges and opportunities that accompany this method of church planting."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Jesus' followers have always struggled with staying too close to the nest. Experience stories of god at work in apartments, in bars and through everyday people. Rediscover the gospel in motion in our new world."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The Apostle Paul refers to his own faith story several times in Scripture. We are urged to "be active in sharing our faith," (Philemon 6). This class will assist people in writing their faith story so that they are ready to share it with others, especially their children."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 20, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: ""The Da Vinci Code" - to some a riveting read and a fun film, but to others a thinly disguised exercise in blasphemy. Gospel of Judas - does it really support a different understanding of Jesus and his relationship with Judas? The phenomenal interest generated by these controversial works helps us read our culture's assumptions about Jesus, opening up opportunities for dialogue."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class will open the conversation surrounding Paul's "fruit of the Spirit" in Galatians 5, as well as other passages of Scripture where virtues are listed as characteristics of those who follow Christ. How might we cultivate these virtues today as people of God?"