In this special episode, we interview a number of people at the 44th General Assembly meeting at Hope Church in Memphis.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes back five guests for the second week of this two-part series preparing us for the 44th General Assembly. Those participating in the podcast are upcoming moderator, Victor Jones, EPC Chief Parliamentarian, Bob Garment, Hannah Attaway of Hope Church, and two individuals delivering GA messages, pastors Tim Johnson and Corrina Gambrell. In this episode, the panel discusses some of the issues and conversations we will be having at GA this year.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes five guests this week for a two-part series preparing us for the 44th General Assembly. Those participating in this podcast are upcoming moderator, Victor Jones, EPC Chief Parliamentarian, Bob Garment, Hannah Attaway of Hope Church, and two individuals delivering GA messages, pastors Tim Johnson and Corrina Gambrell. This is part one of the two part series.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes EPC pastor, Marcos Ortega, who will be preaching on Tuesday night at the 44th General Assembly. Dean and Marcos discuss the meaningful nature of this worship and commissioning service. Marcos also served on the committee forming the Pastoral Letter of Racial Lament and Hope, and Marcos reflects on the process of creating the letter and the role the Westminster Standards played in creating that document.
As GA 2024 approaches, the EPC World Outreach Director Gabriel de Guia and Assistant Director Jordin Greer invite you to join us in June at Hope Church Memphis, where there will be opportunities and activities for everyone to engage with World Outreach!
Check out the schedule below to learn more.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes church planter, transitional pastor, and outgoing moderator, Joe Kim. Dean and Joe reflect on last year’s brush with a tornado, and discuss important issues coming up at the 44th General Assembly.
As GA 2024 approaches, the Office of the General Assembly extends a warm invitation to all the women within the EPC community to join us in Memphis. Rev. Hannah Attaway, Assistant Pastor and Women’s Ministry Director at Hope Church, shares her heartfelt invitation to women to attend special events planned specifically for them during the Assembly in Memphis this June. Continue reading
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Michael Morefield, author and pastor at Gashland EPC in Kansas City, Missouri, as they consider how the generations must work together in the church to “run after” God’s mission, as well as within the family as Michael shares about his heart for family discipleship.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Savannah Baker, the Communications Coordinator of Benefit Resources, Inc. and World Outreach. As a younger employee at the GA office, Savannah speaks with Dean about different generations working together as this podcast prepares us for a major theme of the 2024 General Assembly, entitled Next.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Katie Robertson, author, speaker, and Executive Director at The Anchor Gathering, a ministry to connect and challenge women in their faith. Katie shares about a private tragedy as well as the trials of a pandemic and how each of them shaped and created something unexpected. Subscribe at the bottom of The Anchor Gathering webpage for weekly encouragement!
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Case Thorp, author and Theologian in Residence at First Presbyterian Church of Orlando to discuss the importance of understanding how our Christian faith influences our work and all of life.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Jay Fowler, pastor and regional director at PastorServe. In this episode, Jay discusses some of the challenges of a pastor, especially during an election year, and practical ways members of a congregation can meaningfully care for their pastor.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Holly Lazzaro, author and founder of Study with Friends Ministries, for part three of their discussion. In this episode, Holly shares indepth about her book on The Sermon on the Mount as well as several practical ways to engage with the non-believer in the role of an apologist.
Route One Ministry, our partner in the 2024 Chaplains Workshop
In the tapestry of human experience are threads of joy, sorrow, hope, and despair. Within these complexities, chaplains stand as beacons of compassion and understanding, offering solace and support to those navigating life’s most challenging moments. The Chaplain’s Workshop, a sanctuary of learning and sharing, beckons all who feel called to this sacred vocation, as well as those simply curious about the profound impact of chaplaincy.
Hosted with open arms by the EPC Chaplain Endorser and the Chaplains Work & Care Committee, the workshop extends its invitation not only to current and former chaplains but also to anyone intrigued by the work of chaplaincy, as well as all GA Attendees who would find the presentations by the Keynote Speaker valuable to their life and ministry. The Workshop will take place on Friday, June 21st, 2024 from 8 AM to 4 PM at Highland Heights EPC, located at 2855 Morning Sun Rd., Cordova, Tennessee. The workshop will convene at this alternative location, close by though separate from the General Assembly Host Church, the day after General Assembly is complete. Register now through the link below! Continue reading
The excitement is palpable as the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC) invites you to mark your calendars and secure your spot at the 44th Annual General Assembly and Gospel Priorities Summit. It’s time to dive into a gathering of faith, fellowship, and learning like never before. Click here to register now! Continue reading
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Holly Lazzaro, author and founder of Study with Friends Ministries, for part two of their discussion. In this episode, Holly gives practical advice to help Christian leaders and churches consider how to engage in the digital realm.
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Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Holly Lazzaro, author and founder of Study with Friends Ministries as they begin a multipart In All Things’ miniseries. In this first episode, we hear Holly’s testimony followed by a thought provoking consideration of analog vs. digital ministries and some helpful guidance as we meet people where they are.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Enid Flores, author of Until Money Do Us Part. Enid and Dean discuss the issues of money within marriage and practical steps people can take to make sure they approach their finances from a biblical worldview.
We hope you’re eagerly anticipating our upcoming General Assembly & Gospel Priorities Summit in Cordova, Tennessee! As we gear up for this transformative event, we’re thrilled to share some more details on the childcare services available throughout the entirety of the conference.
Attending General Assembly can sometimes be a juggling act, especially for those with young children. In keeping with our focus this year on what’s “Next,” we want to be as accommodating as possible to young families. That’s why we’re delighted to offer a comprehensive childcare program designed to cater to the needs of families like yours! Here’s what you can expect from our childcare services:
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Rufus Smith, pastor at Hope Church in Cordova, Tennessee, where the EPC will be having its 44th General Assembly and Gospel Priorities Summit. Rufus touches on General Assembly and all they have planned at Hope, and also shares about the Revelation 7:9 Task Force within the EPC and the importance of striving for a church that reflects the body of Christ we will witness in eternity.
Next Generation Workers of the EPC, you are cordially invited to the EPC National Next Generation Leadership Summit 2024, where vibrant connections, enriching conversations, and lasting ministry relationships await you! This gathering is specifically designed to equip and empower those dedicated to nurturing the spiritual growth of children, youth, and young adults within our cherished EPC family. Register here to join us in Clayton, MO, for an inspiring experience that promises growth, connection, and a renewed vision for our ministry journey.
The clock is ticking! Please register by Monday, March 11th to guarantee an available hotel room.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Rev. Dr. Rodger Woodworth, a longtime member of the EPC, who carries titles of pastor, professor and author. Rodgers newest book, The Architecture of Truth, as well as this podcast, engages with the idea of reclaiming truth in a culture that rejects absolute truth. Dean and Rodger have a helpful conversation around what it looks like to remain biblically faithful as you minister in a culture that is anchored instead to the idea of individual, personal “truths”.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Ron Horgan, a former attorney and longtime EPC pastor who is currently on staff with Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Katy, Texas. Ron encourages us with the testimony of his life and his current work in church health.
Dean Weaver, EPC Stated Clerk, welcomes Marti Ratcliff, the GA Lead of the EPC, to share some of the exciting things happening at this year’s event and how you can make the most of it.
Get ready to mark your calendars, EPC family, because it’s once again time for our General Assembly and Gospel Priorities Summit! We are thrilled to extend to you a warm invitation to join us at Hope Church in Cordova, Tennessee from June 18th to June 20th, 2024.
