Come join us to journey into a more expansive and authentic understanding and practice of evangelism. For too long, evangelism has been used to grow our churches or convert people to a certain way of believing in God. This expression of evangelism has hurt many people and promoted injustice. During our gathering, we will explore how we are called to embody the good news of God’s healing and compassion through A Lifestyle that Exudes Justice!
The 2024 Evangelism Conference will be held in person at the Presbyterian Center in Louisville, October 3-5. There will also be an option to attend virtually. This year’s theme is “A Lifestyle that Exudes Justice” centered around Matthew 9:35-38. Rev. Dr. Debra J. Mumford (Dean of Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary and Frank H. Caldwell Professor of Homiletics) will preach for the conference and Rev. Dr. Elaine A. Heath will be the plenary speaker. Spanish & Korean interpretation will be available if requested during online registration.
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What Is Evangelism?
Evangelism is the proclamation and manifestation of good news. The following passage from the prophet Isaiah illuminates the expansive, wondrous nature of God’s good news:
“How beautiful upon the mountains
are the feet of the messenger who announces peace,
who brings good news,
who announces salvation,
who says to Zion, “Your God reigns.” (Isaiah 52:7)
Isaiah is announcing a return to well-being and sanctuary. The good news that accompanies the reign of God is an encounter with peace, wholeness, salvation, and justice. Inclusive of our words and actions, evangelism is a ministry of the body of Christ that increases the likelihood that we are becoming a peculiar people who live like Jesus in our neighborhoods. Therefore, the good news of God’s love is a journey into a new way of life, which leads to becoming fully human.
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