Program Objectives

Good preaching is at the heart of effective ministry. The preaching clinic provides an opportunity for pastors to come together with peers for the purpose of sharpening preaching skills in a safe and supportive environment. We will talk about the art and dynamics of good preaching and work at strengthening and honing preaching skills through the use of sermon videotapes and in-class preaching and reflection.

Program Topics

• Understanding and developing the God-given gift of creativity
• Enhancing sermon delivery
• Interpreting biblical texts
• Sermon introductions and conclusions
• The use of language in preaching
• Understanding and using stories in preaching
• Sermon structure

Program Costs

Due to a generous grant from the Presbyterian Church (USA), we are able to offer this program for $500. This price includes eight sessions, books, materials, and lunch on campus during each session. A $100 deposit is required to register. Half of the remaining balance is due Feb. 7, and the other half is due April 3. A 10-percent discount is offered to those who make payment in full by Feb. 7. Scholarships are available.

Program Leadership

Ron Pyle, Ph.D., professor of communication studies at Whitworth, and Tim Dolan, Ph.D., assistant director of the Weyerhaeuser Center, will facilitate the clinic.

Program Schedule (Thursdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m.)

Session 1: Feb. 7
Session 2: Feb. 21
Session 3: Mar. 6
Session 4: Mar. 20
Session 5: Apr. 3
Session 6: Apr. 17
Session 7: May 1
Session 8: May 15

For More Information

To learn more about this program, contact Tim Dolan, Ph.D., at 509.777.4676 or tdolan@ whitworth.edu; or Michelle Seefried at 509.777.3275 or mpace@whitworth.edu.

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