Auxiliary Events

HOST: Lifeway
SPEAKERS: Ronnie Martin, Donnie Griggs

Pastors who fill the pulpits of small-town churches face some of the most unique challenges in ministry today. From pastoring in total obscurity to managing post-pandemic political fallout, small-town pastors can find themselves ministering in places where they feel marginalized and forgotten. Join Ronnie Martin and Donnie Griggs as they acknowledge the difficulties facing those who are called to pastoring small towns and seek to encourage them in the gospel with practical help and enduring hope.

Please contact Marsha Pursley if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: International Justice Mission, Cadence Productions, CityAlight
SPEAKERS: Jeff Hancock and Rich Thompson

From the very first chapter of God’s redemption narrative, songwriters and storytellers have been used to help humanity grasp God’s character and His works in our world. For thousands of years, these art forms have spurred people to seek God’s kingdom, righteousness and justice. Join Join Jeff Hancock, Director of Ministry Partnerships at International Justice Mission and Rich Thompson, CityAlight songwriter and Head of Story at Cadence Productions as they delve into the profound significance of songwriting and creative storytelling in our present-day engagement with the world. This session will explore the crucial role these artistic expressions can play in how we, the image bearers of a creative God, can be a light in the darkness today.

Please contact Kari Ann Tilson if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
SPEAKERS: Bill Kynes, John Simons, Eric Rivera, Bill Yaccino

Accredited theological training is no longer exclusively for full-time seminary students! In our conversations with pastors and ministry leaders, we’ve noticed a movement towards “church-based theological education.” In short, people are seeking out educational opportunities, such as classes typically taken in seminaries, within their own churches or ministry settings. By inviting your church members to think theologically, you are entrusting them with the gospel and letting them know that you value their partnership in ministry.

Join our panel of Pastor/Theologians as we re-envision the future of church/seminary partnerships and their fruitful disciple-making efforts. Lunch will be provided.

Please contact William Yaccino if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

This event is full and the registration has been closed.

HOST: Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles / Good Book Company / Lifeway Student / B&H Kids
SPEAKERS: Abbey Wedgeworth, Caroline & Luke Saunders, and Chris Ammen

Of course you want your church to have vibrant children and youth ministries. The stresses and demands of church leadership, however, often leave pastors focused on putting out fires instead of being able to focus on fanning this flame. If building sustainable and thriving ministries to young families, children, and youth feels back-burnered, frustrating, daunting, or downright impossible in the life of your church right now, this event is for you. Come and be refreshed, encouraged, and inspired to minister to the littlest people in your church practically and sustainably with Abbey Wedgeworth, Caroline & Luke Saunders, and Chris Ammen. Event hosted by The Good Book Company, Kaleidoscope Kids Bibles, Lifeway Student and B&H Kids. Lunch will be provided for the first 100 registrants.

Please contact Chris Ammen if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: Crossway / Neopolis Network
SPEAKERS: HB Charles, Kent Hughes, Watson Jones, Ray Ortlund, Thurman Williams

This panel will look at the role of preaching the reality of Christ in the local church. They will explore what might be called ‘experiential preaching.’ Within the historical African American church, preaching the conscious reality and majesty of Christ is crucial: the minister embodies the message. This is true in other traditions as well: from Richard Baxter to Jonathan Edwards, from Martyn Lloyd-Jones to today, pastors must aim to preach not only the truthfulness of Christ but also his reality. Attendees will receive a free copy of the forthcoming book You’re Not Crazy (Ortlund/Allberry). Appetizers will be provided.

Please contact Neopolis Network if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: Radical
SPEAKERS: David Platt, Jairo Namnun, Steven Morales, and others

Join David Platt and other guests for dinner and a conversation about the state of global missions and how local churches can fuel gospel advancement in hard to reach places like Iran, Yemen, Laos, and more.Dinner will be provided. An additional registration fee is required for this event.

Please contact Radical if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

This event is full and the registration has been closed.

HOST: Gospel Centered Discipleship
SPEAKERS: Jonathan Dodson, Ronnie Martin, and Jeremy Writebol

Are you a pastor that is tired and weary? Do you carry a feeling of being inadequate and insufficient for ministry? Join three pastors and authors, Jonathan Dodson (Unwavering Pastor), Ronnie Martin (Art of Pastoring), and Jeremy Writebol (Pastor, Jesus is Enough), as they aim to encourage and equip pastors and Christian leaders through a series of conversations about our calling, ministry, and the sufficiency of Jesus Christ for the church and our lives.

Please contact Jeremy Writebol if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics
SPEAKERS: Jim Davis, Collin Hansen, Vanessa Hawkins, Bob Thune and Andrew Wilson.

The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics launched earlier this year with the aim of helping church leaders teach the unchanging gospel in our changing world. Join us to learn more about the center’s mission and how your church can implement latest insights related to apologetics in the post-Christendom West.

Please contact Michael Graham if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: Crossway / Neopolis Network
SPEAKERS: Elliot Clark, Andy Diaz, Roddy Dinsmore, Ronald Kogo, Lionel Young

This panel discussion seeks to encourage pastors, churches and Christians to think prayerfully and carefully about the needs and tremendous opportunities of missions in our current age given the explosion of the gospel in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Join us as we prayerfully seek our role in fulfilling the Great Commission of Christ. Attendees will receive a free copy of Mission Accomplished (Clark). Beverages will be provided.

Please contact Neopolis Network if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.

HOST: TGC
SPEAKERS: Michael Graham, Kevin Yi, Sarah Eekhoff Zylstra

As youth and college ministry leaders, you know that remembering and retelling the old, old story is what the next generation needs most. At TGC, we want to honor you for your commitment to gospel-centered, next generation discipleship. So, you’re invited to a special breakfast gathering for youth and college ministry leaders during the TGC23 conference. We’ll meet on Wednesday morning, September 27 from 7–8:15 am, and we’ll hear from a panel of leaders including Keller Center program director Michael Graham, Rooted Ministry leader Kevin Yi, and TGC senior writer Sarah Zylstra about trends in youth and college ministry. Everyone who attends will receive a free gift that includes a copy of Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry’s new book, You’re Not Crazy. Spots are limited and registration is free, so register today.

This event is full and the registration has been closed.

HOST: Gospel Care Collective / Evangelical Council for Abuse Prevention
SPEAKERS: Michael Kruger, Eliza Huie, Jason Kovacs, Jeremy Pierre, Jennifer Greenberg

In recent years, the issue of trauma and abuse in the church has gained widespread attention. We will be hosting a discussion aimed to provide a biblical response to this critical issue. The panel will be composed of experts from various fields, including theology & counseling.

By exploring the nature of trauma and abuse, providing a biblical perspective, discussing methods of healing, and exploring the prevention of abuse, this discussion is sure to provide valuable insights for both individuals and churches alike. Lunch will be provided. An additional registration fee is required for this event.

Please contact Kari Payton if you have any questions regarding this Auxiliary Event.