Concert performed at UNT Murchison Performing Arts Center, Winspear Hall.

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."

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."

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."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The church's efforts to ameliorate poverty and pursue social justice are often disconnected from its Missional purpose. Do churches struggle to identify the authority to address social problems? We will discuss Missional authority and private troubles."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "In 1809, Thomas Campbell produced a document that has cast a long shadow over the Stone-Campbell Movement. He proposed the theme "the quest for Christian unity, peace, and purity." We will comment upon the literary composition and religious soils of this influential agenda, especially in Pennsylvania and Ireland, as reflected in recent literature; the role of scripture and its interpretation in accomplishing Campbell's goals; the eschatological unfolding of his vision; and important theological assumptions."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We have been "called out of darkness into his wonderful light," according to 1 Peter 2:9. However, the American church continues to struggle with segregated worship and racialized politics. This two-part workshop will explore the influence of race on Christianity in America."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "God's kingdom embraces many cultures, and ministries today must deal with cultural diversity. Is multiculturalism a problem or an opportunity? This class explores the great opportunities awaiting the church when the richness of cultural diversity is taken seriously. The class examines models of multicultural formation and suggests ways of improving ministry."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We are God's children, but do we act like it? One mother's experience with adoption reminds us of our true identity in Christ."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What does Paul mean when he writes, "if you confess with your mouth that 'Jesus Christ is Lord' and you believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved"? Church history reveals that the blood of the martyrs is the seed for the church's growth. While the history of the Chinese church is one of persecution, it is also a history of vibrant revival, mission movements, and house churches."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Thinking strictly in terms of the existence of matter, many stories of creation end in primordial Sabbath rest. In children's story-book form, we'll locate biblical language in its Near Eastern context, proclaiming a gospel of ongoing creation and eschatological transformation for the earth."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 1:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "In a culture where values seem as variable as the weather, how does the Christian navigate this strange world? How do I decide between competing ethical viewpoints?"

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "These classes examine how Paul addresses the competing concepts of identity at work within the Jewish and Gentile Christians in Rome, and asks how Paul's vision of Christian identity applies to us today."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 9:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "A fresh wind is blowing through congregations seeking spiritual transformation by clustering together to share learning and wisdom. Leaders in the Partners in the Missional Church movement will share successes and failures in their journey toward becoming Missional faith communities."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 8:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Come hear a solo acoustic performance from three-time GMA Dove Award winner Derek Webb. His socially aware music stirs souls to action."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Too many believers yearn for an intimate relationship with God but have not idea where to start. Learn the active listening skills you need to recognize God's voice and take the first steps toward a closer walk with the Lord."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "What constitutes effective leadership? Are charisma, likeability and longevity of church membership sufficient for effective leadership? Effective leadership and effective communication are inseparable. What is said and how it is said are major characteristics of leadership and group progress."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 9:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What if Christ intended more from the experience at His table? This class considers the historic connections between Passover and communion. By examining these roots, Christians may incorporate greater meaning and imagine more powerful practices of the Lord's Supper in our assemblies, small groups and homes."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 1:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Recent publications by Harris, Dawson, Hitchens and others have generated excitement about a "new atheism." What has generated this aggressive move from unbelievers? Are there new arguments and insights being offered to effectively counter the claims of Christian theism?"

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "We in the Restoration Movement are unique. We have a model of leadership that involves ministers/evangelists and elders/pastors. We train ministers but unfortunately have not intentionally developed elders for the church in a post-Christian culture. However, elders emerge in an intentional development ministry."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Are you ready to move your life from "maintenance" to "mission"? Is your church longing to shift from boredom to battle and from conflict to conquest? In an age filled with bored Christians and conflict-ridden congregations, the book of Joshua gives us a prescription on how to move from maintenance to mission and discover what a "Missional church" is all about."

Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 1:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Who can keep up with the dozens of books screaming for your attention? So here is a little help from a not-entirely-reliable guide: Randy's list of the must-read books that have influenced him over the last few years, and why you should read them."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "At a university connected with the American Restoration, how many students actually think about Stone and Campbell? How many professors? Can they explain how degree requirements, spring mission trips, and chapel programming might be connected to the Restoration heritage? A professor and student panelists explore whether the great convictions (and even the contradictory impulses) of the Stone-Campbell heritage can stimulate our church-related universities in the new century."

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "More than 100 years ago, American missionaries began planting Churches of Christ in Africa. Since then, the African church has grown and matured. Today, African congregations outnumber American congregations and the African church continues to grow as American church declines. What lessons may American churches learn from African churches?"