What About Women in Worship? - New Testament Texts transcript

What About Women in Worship? - New Testament Texts

Lecture given Monday, September 17, 2012, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How does Scripture inform our understanding about women participating in the worship life of our churches? What are some of the practical aspects of incorporating women into the life of a church community, both thinking through specific practices and reflecting pastorally?"
Date: September 17, 2012
Creator: Cukrowski, Ken
System: The Portal to Texas History
How Do We Stop the Bleeding - Why Young Adults Leave Church transcript

How Do We Stop the Bleeding - Why Young Adults Leave Church

Lecture given Monday, September 17, 2012, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Explore what contributes to the mass exodus of young adults in churches across all denominational lines. Learn practical ways to bridge the generation gap and intentionally foster healthy multi-generational ministries."
Date: September 17, 2012
Creator: Jones, Stacy B.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Darkness and Light Musical Performance transcript

Darkness and Light Musical Performance

Lecture given Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 8:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
Date: September 21, 2010
Creator: Students, ACU Department of Music Faculty and
System: The Portal to Texas History
Food at the Margins - Encounters in a South Dallas Food Desert transcript

Food at the Margins - Encounters in a South Dallas Food Desert

Lecture given Monday, September 16, 2013, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Hunger is in our backyard. Food deserts are an important issue in modern America. Discover the state of hunger in America, the food desert situation and policies aimed at solutions."
Date: September 16, 2013
Creator: Wall, David; Farrell, Kirk & Dennis, Jenny
System: The Portal to Texas History
Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Prayer and Song: Joining God's Work transcript

Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Prayer and Song: Joining God's Work

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We often hear about 'moving, meaningful, and authentic worship.' Sometimes what results is greater attention to forming worship than being formed by worship. Come explore worship as moving us towards discernible, active participation in God's mission in the world."
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Lemley, David & Cary, Jeff
System: The Portal to Texas History
The School of the Prophets: A Time to Listen and a Time to Speak - Part 3. transcript

The School of the Prophets: A Time to Listen and a Time to Speak - Part 3.

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class involves several young prophetic voices that contributed to the First Quarter 2010 issue of Leaven Magazine. We seek to identify and discuss the major problems in churches of Christ today that require courageous prophetic leadership."
Date: September 22, 2010
Creator: Taylor, Jerry
System: The Portal to Texas History
Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations transcript

Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How do we help people who seem stuck, without hurting them? These three sessions will introduce the DRAWN coaching model, which combines spiritual direction and coaching best practices. Participants will gain skill and insight in eductive leadership."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Holt, Steve, Sr.; Parker, Anthony & Smith, Kent
System: The Portal to Texas History
Odd Man Out - What It’s Like to Be Gay and Christian transcript

Odd Man Out - What It’s Like to Be Gay and Christian

Lecture given Monday, September 16, 2013, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Church conversations about homosexuality often focus on theology and politics while neglecting the real people with the most at stake in the debate. Hear one student's reflections on his experiences as a sexual minority in Churches of Christ and at Abilene Christian University."
Date: September 16, 2013
Creator: Bailey, Brent
System: The Portal to Texas History
What Was It Like in the Beginning? - The Beginnings of Youth Ministry During the 1960s in Churches of Christ transcript

What Was It Like in the Beginning? - The Beginnings of Youth Ministry During the 1960s in Churches of Christ

Lecture given Monday, September 17, 2012, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Learn the story of the beginnings of youth ministry in 1963 at the College/University Church of Christ in Abilene, Texas. The initial philosophy, involvement and activities will be presented."
Date: September 17, 2012
Creator: Heflin, Houston; Oglesby, Robert & Zickefoose, Ben H.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Worship Leaders Forum - A Time to Focus on Worship and Music Ministry transcript

Worship Leaders Forum - A Time to Focus on Worship and Music Ministry

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 9:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This new 75-minute super-session focuses on worship leaders and ministers. Featuring worship leaders form across the country, this forum explores resources for worship planning, music and arranging and other important issues facing worship today."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Bulls, D. J.
System: The Portal to Texas History
We Hope: In Mercy and Justice transcript

We Hope: In Mercy and Justice

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Explore the preaching of Jerry Taylor in a newly released book from Leafwood Press."
Date: September 22, 2010
Creator: Fleer, David
System: The Portal to Texas History
Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations transcript

Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How do we help people who seem stuck, without hurting them? These three sessions will introduce the DRAWN coaching model, which combines spiritual direction and coaching best practices. Participants will gain skill and insight in eductive leadership."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Holt, Steve, Sr.; Parker, Anthony & Smith, Kent
System: The Portal to Texas History
Moving from Gernation Extinct to Generation Excel - Spiritual Barriers transcript

Moving from Gernation Extinct to Generation Excel - Spiritual Barriers

Lecture given Wednesday, September 18, 2013, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "As young people put on headphones and old people run away from technology, we witness a communication barrier between generations. Seek ways to understand and communicate over this divide so we all can benefit from the promise with future generations to come."
Date: September 18, 2013
Creator: Bowman, Ryan
System: The Portal to Texas History
Stop Preaching and Start Slamming - A Desperate Cry for Change in Our Churches transcript

Stop Preaching and Start Slamming - A Desperate Cry for Change in Our Churches

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "The lack of church relevance is evident as preachers stare at audiences of apathetic pew dwellers enduring safe sermons. Come hear why glitzy building and worship renovations will not reach this generation. Learn how slam poetry can inspire action on social issues."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Moore, Steven & Huis, Michael "Fish" Van
System: The Portal to Texas History
Discover the Practice of Echoing - Narrating the Story of Life transcript

Discover the Practice of Echoing - Narrating the Story of Life

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Some people lack meaning, feel confused by Scripture, or long for community. Explore a simple, reusable spiritual exercise for groups that transforms how people seek God in life. Learn how to imagine life's scattered stories within a bigger story."
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Bryce, Brady
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Fly on the Wall: What the Elders are Thinking at Gender-inclusive Churches transcript

A Fly on the Wall: What the Elders are Thinking at Gender-inclusive Churches

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How do churches decide to become gender-inclusive? Here is a chance to overhear the conversations that let to their decision."
Date: September 22, 2010
Creator: Cukrowski, Ken
System: The Portal to Texas History
Seek Justice - The Heart of God transcript

Seek Justice - The Heart of God

Lecture given Monday, September 19, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "International Justice Mission is a Christian human rights agency answering Isaiah's call to seek justice by securing rescue and recovery for victims of sex trafficking, slavery, and other violent oppression. Join this class to learn and to be mobilized for action."
Date: September 19, 2011
Creator: Barnard, Wayne
System: The Portal to Texas History
We Are All Liberals Now - Social Justice and Christian Faith transcript

We Are All Liberals Now - Social Justice and Christian Faith

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Is social justice a good idea? This class surveys three prominent approaches to justice – utilitarianism, libertarianism and egalitarian liberalism – from two Christians with different perspectives. Attendees will explore the diverse ways Christian faith informs discussion of social justice."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Bennett, Cole & McCracken, Vic
System: The Portal to Texas History
True-blue in our Modern Milieu: Fully Formed in Love - Part 1. transcript

True-blue in our Modern Milieu: Fully Formed in Love - Part 1.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What does a genuine Christ-follower look like in his everyday environment? Come explore the letters of 1 John and Jude to find authentic direction for a life of unwavering loyalty in your committee."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Stirman, Peggy
System: The Portal to Texas History
Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Baptism and Lord's Supper: Becoming God's People transcript

Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Baptism and Lord's Supper: Becoming God's People

Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We often hear about 'moving, meaningful, and authentic worship.' Sometimes what results is greater attention to forming worship than being formed by worship. Come explore worship as moving us towards discernible, active participation in God's mission in the world."
Date: September 20, 2011
Creator: Lemley, David & Cary, Jeff
System: The Portal to Texas History
Bound and Determined: Men and Women - What Happens When Partnerships Fail transcript

Bound and Determined: Men and Women - What Happens When Partnerships Fail

Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Her book, Bound and Determined, explores a theology of partnership, discusses how godly partnerships are formed, and challenges churches to lead the way in nurturing partnerships. These two classes help Christians and leaders build strong partnerships between men and women."
Date: September 21, 2011
Creator: Reese, Jeanene P.
System: The Portal to Texas History
What About Women In Ministry? - Practical and Pastoral Considerations transcript

What About Women In Ministry? - Practical and Pastoral Considerations

Lecture given Tuesday, September 18, 2012, 9:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How does Scripture inform our understanding about women participating in the worship life of our churches? What are some of the practical aspects of incorporating women into the life of a church community, both thinking through specific practices and reflecting pastorally?"
Date: September 18, 2012
Creator: Cukrowski, Ken
System: The Portal to Texas History
Leaving Eden: Grace and Brokenness in Christian and Contemporary Art. transcript

Leaving Eden: Grace and Brokenness in Christian and Contemporary Art.

Lecture given Sunday, September 19, 2010, 8:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "How are we to encounter God in Art that fails to honestly confront the brokenness and god-forsakenness in the world? An artist and psychologist suggest we must "leave Eden" to find God in the world."
Date: September 19, 2010
Creator: Beck, Richard & McGregor, Dan
System: The Portal to Texas History
Ancient Words, Contemporary Worlds: A Very, Very Short Introduction to Biblical Interpretation Today - Part 1. transcript

Ancient Words, Contemporary Worlds: A Very, Very Short Introduction to Biblical Interpretation Today - Part 1.

Lecture given Monday, September 20, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Biblical interpretation involves the text, the history of interpretation, and the reader's situation. As readers, we pay close attention to our own prejudices and desires in order to allow God to speak a word today. This class presents general guidelines for discussion."
Date: September 20, 2010
Creator: Hamilton, Mark
System: The Portal to Texas History