Abilene Christian University Digital Commons @ ACU Lectureship and Summit Programs Lectureship, Summit, and Ministry Events 2006 2006 - 89th Annual Lectureships, "Messages from the Gospel of John 9-21", Abilene Christian University Abilene Christian University Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/sumlec_prog Part of the Biblical Studies Commons, Christian Denominations and Sects Commons, Christianity Commons, Comparative Methodologies and Theories Commons, Ethics in Religion Commons, History of Christianity Commons, Liturgy and Worship Commons, Missions and World Christianity Commons, Practical Theology Commons, and the Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion Commons Recommended Citation Abilene Christian University, "2006 - 89th Annual Lectureships, "Messages from the Gospel of John 9-21", Abilene Christian University" (2006). Lectureship and Summit Programs. 89. https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/sumlec_prog/89 This Program is brought to you for free and open access by the Lectureship, Summit, and Ministry Events at Digital Commons @ ACU. It has been accepted for inclusion in Lectureship and Summit Programs by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ ACU. ',..... '!'-.. ~ ..,.._ . .....,._,_ ... ... ~ . "' ;--.... "",;..,. ... ......., \ - r ~ ..... -- t-- AbileneChristian University Eighty-NinthAnnual MESSAGESFROM THE GOSPELOF JOHN 9-21 September17- 20,2006 ~ ':ffrou continuein ~ word.rou are tru4 ~ disciples;and rou w,1/know the truth, and the truth w,1/make rou/ree. " /John8:3/£-32 ~ 7l BIBLELECTURESHIP LETTER f rom LETTERf rom thePR ESIDENT the DIRECTOR Welcome to the Bible Lectureship, Didn't we just have a Lectureship? the first -ever in September. We have The move from February to long anticipated this! While it may September gave us only a take us a while to get used to the seven-month planning window . I miss new date, we think the long-term those extra five months. However, the future of Lectureship is strengthened frantic pace of planning was made by a move to the fall. This change easier to endure by the excitement gives Lectureship its own place on of what lies in store for September . the university calendar and will One of the biggest gains in allow us to maximize both the the September move is greater great outdoor venues our campus provides in the fall, involvement by students. Due to student leadership , and the outstanding resources represented by our you are not only more likely to be seated next to a faculty and students. student in a Lectureship class, but to learn from them As you browse through this Lectureship booklet, as they participate in leading classesand worship you will notice that more than the date has changed. opportunities. How exciting it will be to watch a There are more workshops, student participants, and Habitat for Humanity house go up right before our conversations across academic disciplines. eyes. This was a student idea that brings an entirely While some things are new, many things remain the new dimension to Lectureship . same. We will still allow the Bible to be the central focus I am eager to see Jack Maxwell's new sculpture, of our time together . In February, the theme lectures Jacob's Dream, which will not only be visually stunning, worked through the first part of the Gospel of John. In but also will include reflective space that will host September, outstanding preachers will lead us to the end morning prayers and Lectureship classes.In fact, the move of this great gospel. As always, we will have stimulating to September opens for us many great outdoor spaces classesand inspiring worship . Our exhibitors are back that have sparked our imaginations. I can't wait for the in full force, and there will still be times and places for first outdoor worship under the stars in Beauchamp pie and coffee with old friends. While some things are Amphitheatre, or to see the great things that will changing, we think the best aspects of Lectureship will happen at Jesse'sCorner, a new space near the Lunsford remain the same. Foundation Trail between Sewell Theatre and the Hardin Thanks for joining us for what promises to be a Administration Building - a perfect space for a variety of spiritual feast . Our prayer is that in all things, both spiritually reflective and artistic activities . new and old, God will be glorified and His people You will also notice changes in the afternoon strengthened for service in the world. Lectureship format, featuring more extended sessions and workshops. So, while we haven't had as much time to prepare, we can't wait to see how things go. We hope you will value being our partners in this new Lectureship adventure . ROYCE MONEY President, Abilene Christian University MARK LOVE Director of Ministry Events 1 Contents Theme Lecture Speakers . .. ..... .. ................. ... ........... ... 3 Praise and Prayer ... .. .... ... .... ...... .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ........ 4 Gospel and Culture . .. .... ..... ... ........ .. .. ........ ..... .. 5 Art and Faith ..... ............................ .. .... .............. 6-7 Justice and Mercy ..... ............... .... .. .. ... ... ..... .. .... 8 Who Are Humans ...... ........ ... .... ... ....... ......... ..... 8 ELDERLINK Afternoon Extended Classes .. ... ... .. ... ... .. ....... ... ... ... ... 9 Forum2007 Sunday Lecture . 10 Monday Classesand Lectures . 11 Atlanta, Ga. • Dallas, Texas Tuesday Classesand Lectures . 22 Houston, Texas • Nashua, N.H. ACU Lectureship Planner . 27 Portland, Ore. • Rochester, Mich. Wednesday Classesand Lectures . 36 Elderlink brings togethe r past, present and Index of Partic ipants . 45 future elders and their spouses,ministers and other interested church leadersto equip, Program Participants . 46 encourage and link those who lead and Meal and Meeting Schedule . 51 serve as elders in Churches of Christ. ACU Map ..... .. .......................... .. ................... ... 56 For more information contact Sandy Lowe. Onstead-Packer Biblical Studies Building Map . Inside Back Cover 325-674-3701 • [email protected] www.acu.edu/ministry/elderlink Registration Please register at one of the two Lectureship Central areas: Teague Special Events Center or the Onstead-Packer Biblical Studies Building. It is important we have your Abilene address during the week in case of emergencies . We also would like your home or email address so we can mail you publications Ministry about future Lectureship programs and other ACU events. Your registration also enables us to maintain an attendance count. Register on line at SUMMIT www.acu.edu/events/lectureship. No registration fee. April 19-20, 2007 "Reading in Community" Child Care PlenarySpeaker : Richard Hays Day and evening child care will be provided at no charge during Lectureship. Registration Fee: $60 Daytime care: children 6 months to 5 years of age only, please. For more information contact Evening care: children 2 to 5 years of age only, please. Kate Miller at Ministry Events. HILLCREST CHURCH NURSERY (day child care) 325-674-3750• [email protected] 8 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.; 1:30-5 p.m. www .acu.edu/events/summit GIBSON CENTER, ROOM 234 (evening child care) 6:30-9 p.m . Exhibits Exhibits will be located in Teague Special Events Center. The Teague Center Summer promises to be a wonderful location for Lectureship guests to enjoy quality displays by approximately 100 exhibitors. For more information about exhibits WORKSHOP or to request an exhibit space, contact Sandy Lowe by phone at 325-674-3701 or July 26-28, 2007 email lowe@bible .acu.edu . Eachsummer, ACU Summer Workshop is designed to encourage, equip and inspire Meals servant leaders in the church. The workshop THE WORLD FAMOUS BEAN GRILL ON THE HILL, features classesfor Bible teachers of children, Hours for Monday-Wednesday : Onstead-PackerBiblical Studies youth and adults, along with other tracks • Breakfast - 7-9:30 a.m. Building,Chapel on the Hill Portico such as Older Adult Ministry, Women's • Continental Breakfast - 9:30-10:30 a.m. Lunch - 11:30 a.m.-1 : 15 p.m. Ministry and Small Church Ministry. • Lunch - 11 :30 a.m.-2 p.m . Dinner - 4:30-6:15 p.m . For more information contact • Dinner - 5-7 p.m. Kate Miller at Ministry Events. 325-674-3750• [email protected] www .acu.edu/summerworkshop Shuttle Service Shuttle service will be provided throughout Lectureship at no charge . During Lectureship, call 325-674-3744 (Ext. 3744 on campus) to arrange transportation . Audio and Video Recordings Order forms for audio CDs and DVDs of theme lectures will be available in Teague Special Events Center. Post-event sales of audio CDs and DVDs can be made through Gaylor MultiMedia , Inc., phone 615-361-4120 or onl ine at www.gayloronline.com . e JACK RHSf Ali,lrnc , Tex<1, e Sunday 7 p.m. "I Was Blind But Now I See" JoHN 9:1-41 IC THOl\1AS JR JOHN YORK JOHN SIBURT R O l /, C, I (' I HI 11S /\1,tl, N,1s/111illt Tc1111 R1thardso11 , Tcx,1s Monday 11 a.m. Tuesday 11 a.m. Wednesday 11 a.m. "I Have Come That They May "I Am the Vine and "What is Truth?" Have Abundant Life" You are the Branches" JOHN 18-19 JOHN 10:1-21 JOHN 15:1-17 STEPHEN JOHNSON DON l\1e_LALICHLIN KEN GREENE A/,,lrne Te:rns At/<111la , (,a . DeSoto, Texas Monday 7 p.m. Tuesday 7 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. "I Am the Resurrection "That You May Be "That You Might Believe and and the Life" Completely One" Have Life in His Name" JOHN 11: 1-44 JOHN 17 JOHN 20 3 At Lectureshipwe gather to experienceworship in its richvariety . Takeadvantage of thefollowing opportunities: Morning Prayers Start each day centered in God. Join us daily at 8 a.m. at Jacob's Dream, the new sculpture created by Jack Maxwell, for morning prayers and devotion . Beauchamp Amphitheatre You are invited to join the harmonious voices filling the air Late Night on Sunday and Tuesday when True Lift (Malibu, Calif.) and George Pendergrass and Things in Common (Hershey, Pa.) lead us in a time of praise and worship. Worship and Song Each evening at 6:15 p.m.