Presbyterian Lecture: From Past Promise to Prophetic Practice

Overview

Building on the theological grounding from the first Presbyterian Pastors’ Roundtable, this second gathering turns toward the practical and pastoral work of leading congregations in times of sustained injustice.

Pastors and ministry leaders will explore strategies for translating liberative theology into congregational formation, public witness, and sustainable ministry practices. The conversation centers on how leaders can faithfully respond to the needs of their communities while nurturing spiritual endurance and collective hope.

Discussion Topics

• Discerning when and how to address urgent justice issues from the pulpit
• Engaging session and presbytery processes to support public action
• Building partnerships with civic and grassroots organizations
• Integrating justice commitments into worship, Christian education, and pastoral care
• Developing practices of Sabbath, self-care, and mutual support to prevent burnout

Participants will reflect on how Presbyterian leaders can move from sanctuary to public square, embodying prophetic courage and pastoral wisdom in equal measure.

Who Should Attend

This event welcomes:

• Previous BTLI participants and alumni of the Betsey Stockton Center
• Presbyterian pastors and clergy engaged in public ministry
• PTS students and seminarians from other theological institutions

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