What is it? The emerging church is, by nature, difficult to categorize. Is it a divergence from orthodoxy or the extension of it? What is the litmus test for orthodoxy anyway? Has the traditional church lost touch with culture or has the emerging church become saturated with it? Is it a question of methodology or theology--or both?
The 2007 Convergent Conference at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary seeks to sift these questions through the sieve of Scripture and combine the best practices of traditional and emerging churches. In Colossians 1:28 Paul expresses his desire to "present everyone mature in Christ." This calls a person to be aware of culture and grounded in the Word. The Convergent Conference will explore the practice and theology of the diverse Christian community to help you minister with truth and urgency.
When is it? Sept. 21-22, 2007
Where is it? Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, N.C. Click here for directions.
Who can come? Church leaders will benefit from this conference.
Who will speak? Speakers for the conference are: Mark Driscoll, Ed Stetzer, J.D. Greear, Alvin Reid, Mark Leiderbach, Daniel Akin and John Hammett. Click here to learn more about the speakers.
How much? Cost for the two-day conference is $30. Registration deadline is Sept. 7, 2007. Refunds can only be issued through Sept. 7, 2007, if you are unable to attend the conference. Register here.
What are the accommodations? Reduced rates are available for the Convergent Conference at Hampton Inn (919) 554-0222 and Sleep Inn (919) 556-4007 in Wake Forest, N.C. Click here for more information about the area hotels.
For more information: Call 1-888-290-7787
